5 Best Cafes in Midwood, New York NY
Updated 29 September 2026 · 31 cafes in Midwood, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers five cafes and coffee shops in and around Midwood, New York NY, for anyone looking for a reliable coffee stop, a place to work or somewhere to meet a friend. It was built from Google ratings weighted by the number of reviews each place has, so a high score backed by many reviewers counts for more. Thirty-one qualifying businesses were considered. Each entry notes hours, location, accessibility and what reviewers mention most.
#1
BUDDIES COFFEE
★ 5 (1,286 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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This coffee shop at 226 E 3rd St opens 8 am to 4 pm every day except Wednesday, when it is closed. Reviewers mention the coquito latte most often, and one notes it is made with coconut and can be ordered vegan with oat or almond milk. Regulars describe friendly staff, and the shop also sells merchandise. The entrance and toilet are wheelchair accessible.
Best for: A coquito latte to go
- Address
- 226 E 3rd St, New York, NY 10009, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–4 pm; Mon 8 am–4 pm; Sat 8 am–4 pm; Sun 8 am–4 pm; Thu 8 am–4 pm; Tue 8 am–4 pm; Wed Closed
#2
IGAM COFFEE
★ 4.9 (611 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Found at 1921 Avenue U, this coffee shop is closed Mondays and stays open until 8 pm the rest of the week. Reviewers mention a clean, cozy room and polite, efficient baristas. Drinks they name include an iced chai matcha, an iced rose latte, strawberry matcha and an oatmeal cappuccino, with dairy-free milks available. One reviewer suggests asking for less syrup if you prefer a less sweet drink.
Best for: Flavored lattes and matcha drinks
- Address
- 1921 Avenue U, Brooklyn, NY 11229, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–8 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 9 am–8 pm; Sun 9 am–8 pm; Thu 9 am–8 pm; Tue 9 am–8 pm; Wed 8:30 am–8 pm
#3
Wake Up Coffee Shop
★ 4.8 (779 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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This Kings Hwy coffee shop opens at 6 am on weekdays and stays open until 9 pm daily, one of the longer schedules in the area. Reviewers mention a cozy atmosphere with music, strong cappuccinos, blackberry hot tea and pastries such as an apricot pastry. Several describe becoming daily regulars and say the shop is kept clean and comfortable. The entrance is wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Early morning coffee and pastries
- Address
- 1202 Kings Hwy, Brooklyn, NY 11229, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6 am–9 pm; Mon 6 am–9 pm; Sat 7 am–9 pm; Sun 8 am–9 pm; Thu 6 am–9 pm; Tue 6 am–9 pm; Wed 6 am–9 pm
#4
Shepherd's Cup
★ 4.8 (626 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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At 2123 Avenue U, this coffee shop runs 7 am to 6 pm Monday through Saturday and closes on Sundays. Reviewers mention a large, calm space suited to remote work, school work or meetings, along with a seasonal menu, sandwiches and cookies served warm. Opinions on the matcha and americano are mixed, while the espresso and Spanish latte get praise. Seating, entrance and toilet are wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Working or meeting over coffee
- Address
- 2123 Avenue U, Brooklyn, NY 11229, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–6 pm; Mon 7 am–6 pm; Sat 7 am–6 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7 am–6 pm; Tue 7 am–6 pm; Wed 7 am–6 pm
#5
Sweet Sundays - Beverley
★ 4.8 (441 Google reviews)Cafe
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This cafe at 2916 Beverley Rd serves breakfast and brunch daily, from 7 am on weekdays and 8 am on weekends. Reviewers mention avocado toast on traditional Haitian bread, waffles, a griot panini and matcha drinks. The dining room is small and clean, and reviewers note the ordering area can get cramped and waits can build at busy times. The entrance is wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Brunch with Haitian touches
- Address
- 2916 Beverley Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11226, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5:30 pm; Mon 7 am–5:30 pm; Sat 8 am–4 pm; Sun 8 am–4 pm; Thu 7 am–5:30 pm; Tue 7 am–5:30 pm; Wed 7 am–5:30 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 31 cafes in Midwood, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by Google rating, weighted by how many people left one. 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
- For an early start, Wake Up Coffee Shop opens at 6 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?
BUDDIES COFFEE ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 1,286 reviews. IGAM COFFEE is second at 4.9 from 611 reviews.
Which cafes in Midwood, New York NY are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Wake Up Coffee Shop, at 9 pm.
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