5 Affordable Cafes in Midwood, New York NY
Updated 29 September 2026 · 6 cafes in Midwood, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers five affordable cafes in and around Midwood, Brooklyn, for anyone after coffee, a quick breakfast or an inexpensive snack. Businesses were filtered to Google's lower price ranges and then ranked by rating, from six that qualified. Each entry gives the address, hours, key attributes such as Wi-Fi or outdoor seating, and the drinks and dishes reviewers mention, including their complaints, so you know what to expect before you go.
#1
Cafè Lakay
★ 4.9 (114 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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A coffee shop at 3323 Avenue I that identifies as Black-owned and women-owned, open weekdays 8 am to 5 pm and shorter hours on weekends. It has Wi-Fi, outdoor seating and gender-neutral restrooms. Reviewers mention iced lattes and macchiatos, a banana matcha, a biscoff latte and Haitian patties, along with welcoming staff even when busy. One reviewer likes that it sits away from the main streets.
Best for: Specialty iced drinks and patties
- Address
- 3323 Avenue I, Brooklyn, NY 11210, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–5 pm; Mon 8 am–5 pm; Sat 10 am–3 pm; Sun 10 am–3 pm; Thu 8 am–5 pm; Tue 8 am–5 pm; Wed 8 am–5 pm
#2
Cafe Lounge
★ 4.7 (227 Google reviews)Cafe$10–20 per person
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A cafe at 210 Kings Highway that identifies as women-owned, open from 8 am until 10 or 11 pm. It serves coffee, beer and cocktails, with outdoor tables, a fireplace and live performances. Reviewers mention a cozy interior, good cappuccino and espresso, a tasty brownie and movies shown on a projector. One points out a two-hour limit per order, worth knowing if you plan to work on a laptop.
Best for: Evening coffee in a cozy setting
- Address
- 210 Kings Hwy, Brooklyn, NY 11223, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–11 pm; Mon 8 am–10 pm; Sat 8 am–11 pm; Sun 8 am–10 pm; Thu 8 am–11 pm; Tue 8 am–10 pm; Wed 8 am–10 pm
#3
Le Cafe Grand Prix
★ 4.8 (66 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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A small coffee shop at 2743 Coney Island Avenue, opening at 7 am every day. It lists breakfast, desserts and quick bites, is wheelchair accessible, and describes itself as LGBTQ+ friendly and family friendly. Reviewers mention an ube latte, yogurt and pastries, a clean open interior and friendly service. One reviewer found a caramel latte disappointing, so drink choices may vary in how they land.
Best for: Early coffee and flavored lattes
- Address
- 2743 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11235, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–7 pm; Mon 7 am–7 pm; Sat 7 am–5 pm; Sun 7 am–3 pm; Thu 7 am–7 pm; Tue 7 am–7 pm; Wed 7 am–7 pm
#4
Cafe Madeline
★ 4.4 (1,128 Google reviews)Cafe$20–30 per person
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A busy cafe at 1603 Cortelyou Road, open daily from 7 am to 6 pm, with outdoor seating and vegan and vegetarian options. Reviewers consistently praise the coffee, and some call it an excellent breakfast spot with food served on proper plates. Others found portions small for the cost, with the chicken and waffles criticized more than once. It is listed as good for working on a laptop.
Best for: Breakfast and strong coffee
- Address
- 1603 Cortelyou Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11226, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–6 pm
#5
Jhelum Cafe
★ 4.6 (41 Google reviews)Cafe$1–10 per person
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A casual cafe at 937 Coney Island Avenue, open from 9 am until 10 or 11 pm, with takeaway, delivery and dine-in. Reviewers mention samosas that taste homemade, samosa chaat, pancakes and gol gappay, and one notes the food is halal. They also point to friendly service and orders ready on time. Cards are accepted.
Best for: Samosas and quick halal snacks
- Address
- 937 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–11 pm; Mon 9 am–11 pm; Sat 9 am–11 pm; Sun 9 am–10 pm; Thu 9 am–11 pm; Tue 9 am–11 pm; Wed 9 am–11 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 6 cafes in Midwood, 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
- Cafe Lounge takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Le Cafe Grand Prix opens at 7 am.
- 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?
Cafè Lakay ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 114 reviews. Cafe Lounge is second at 4.7 from 227 reviews.
Which cafes in Midwood, New York NY are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Cafe Lounge, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Cafè Lakay $10–20; Cafe Lounge $10–20; Le Cafe Grand Prix $10–20; Cafe Madeline $20–30; Jhelum Cafe $1–10.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Cafe Lounge, Le Cafe Grand Prix and Cafe Madeline.
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