5 Affordable Cafes in Bushwick, New York NY
Updated 29 September 2026 · 15 cafes in Bushwick, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five affordable cafes in Bushwick, Brooklyn, for anyone looking for good coffee or a filling meal without a big bill. Places were chosen from Google's lower price bands and ranked by Google rating weighted by review count. The list includes an Ethiopian restaurant, specialty coffee shops and a breakfast spot. Each entry gives hours, address, services and what reviewers mention, so you can match a stop to your morning or evening.
#1
Bunna Cafe
★ 4.7 (2,016 Google reviews)Ethiopian restaurant$20–30 per person
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Bunna Cafe is an Ethiopian restaurant at 1084 Flushing Ave, open for lunch and dinner most days and evenings only on Tuesday. Reviewers mention vegan dishes, the shareable beyaynetu platter and tangy injera, plus a beautiful room and warm hospitality. One group describes being accommodated late in the evening. Another reviewer reports slow service. It offers cocktails, coffee, live music and delivery.
Best for: Shared vegan Ethiopian platters
- Address
- 1084 Flushing Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12–11 pm; Mon 12–10 pm; Sat 12–4 pm, 5–11 pm; Sun 12–4 pm, 5–10 pm; Thu 12–10 pm; Tue 5–10 pm; Wed 12–10 pm
#2
Saint Michel: Cafe and Art
★ 4.9 (208 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Saint Michel is a Black-owned and women-owned coffee shop at 462 Irving Ave, open mornings until 3 pm on weekdays and 4 pm on weekends. Reviewers mention house-made syrups, macadamia milk, orange blossom and honey lavender matcha, dulce de leche lattes and pastries such as a fig danish. Art on the walls, records and VHS tapes add to the cosy room. It is good for kids and pet friendly.
Best for: Seasonal lattes and pastries
- Address
- 462 Irving Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–3 pm; Mon 8 am–3 pm; Sat 9 am–4 pm; Sun 9 am–4 pm; Thu 8 am–3 pm; Tue 8 am–3 pm; Wed 8 am–3 pm
#3
Obscure Coffee Roasters
★ 4.9 (183 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Obscure Coffee Roasters is a Latino-owned and LGBTQ+ owned nano roaster at 259 Melrose St, open 9 am to 4 pm and closed Tuesday. Reviewers mention South American beans, careful V60 pour-overs, a coquito latte and seasonal drinks with local pastries. They also note clean bathrooms, good Wi-Fi and knowledgeable baristas. Free street parking is nearby.
Best for: Pour-over coffee and remote work
- Address
- 259 Melrose St, Brooklyn, NY 11206, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–4 pm; Mon 9 am–4 pm; Sat 9 am–4 pm; Sun 9 am–4 pm; Thu 9 am–4 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 9 am–4 pm
#4
Xoco-Latte
★ 4.8 (283 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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Xoco-Latte is a coffee shop at 513 Wilson Ave, open from 6 am every day. Reviewers mention an iced horchata latte, a mazapan latte with candy pieces, a cinnamon and honey latte, a BLT on a croissant and concha sandwiches. They describe kind staff and music ranging from soul to corridos. It has outdoor seating, Wi-Fi, and allows dogs inside and outside.
Best for: Early coffee and Latin flavors
- Address
- 513 Wilson Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11221, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6 am–5 pm; Mon 6 am–5 pm; Sat 6 am–5 pm; Sun 6 am–4 pm; Thu 6 am–5 pm; Tue 6 am–5 pm; Wed 6 am–5 pm
#5
Jessi's Coffee Shop
★ 4.8 (237 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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Jessi's Coffee Shop is a small cash-only spot at 223 Bushwick Ave, open from 6 am on weekdays, 7 am on Saturday, and closed Sunday. Reviewers mention New York style egg sandwiches, wraps, and the house breakfast burrito with bacon and green salsa. An iced horchata latte special also gets praise. It serves breakfast, brunch and lunch for dine-in or takeaway.
Best for: Breakfast burritos before work
- Address
- 223 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11206, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6 am–4 pm; Mon 6 am–4 pm; Sat 7 am–4 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 6 am–4 pm; Tue 6 am–4 pm; Wed 6 am–4 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 15 cafes in Bushwick, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google price range of ₹600 or less per person, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Bunna Cafe takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Xoco-Latte opens at 6 am.
- Carry cash for Jessi's Coffee Shop, which Google lists as cash only.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
Bunna Cafe ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 2,016 reviews. Saint Michel: Cafe and Art is second at 4.9 from 208 reviews.
Which cafes in Bushwick, New York NY are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Bunna Cafe, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Bunna Cafe $20–30; Saint Michel: Cafe and Art $1–10; Obscure Coffee Roasters $1–10; Xoco-Latte $10–20; Jessi's Coffee Shop $10–20.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Bunna Cafe and Obscure Coffee Roasters.
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