5 Cafes with Outdoor Seating in Prospect Heights, New York NY
Updated 29 September 2026 · 6 cafes in Prospect Heights, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list gathers five cafes in Prospect Heights that Google lists with outdoor seating, for anyone who wants coffee or a light meal outside in the neighborhood. Only places with the outdoor seating attribute qualified, and they were ranked from Google ratings weighted by review count. Each entry gives hours, the services each cafe offers and the food and drinks reviewers mention, so you can pick one that suits a morning coffee, a working session or a slow weekend breakfast.
#1
Villager
★ 4.7 (501 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Villager is a coffee shop at 841 Classon Ave, near the Brooklyn Museum according to reviewers. They mention single-origin coffee, balanced cold brew, beans to buy, pastries such as a black sesame roll, and a room with high ceilings, plants and art on the walls. Lines can be long but reviewers say staff move quickly. It opens 7 am to 5 pm, from 8 am on Sundays, with outdoor seating.
Best for: Specialty coffee and pastries
- Address
- 841 Classon Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5 pm; Mon 7 am–5 pm; Sat 7 am–5 pm; Sun 8 am–5 pm; Thu 7 am–5 pm; Tue 7 am–5 pm; Wed 7 am–5 pm
#2
Ellie's Cafe by O' Rita's Roasters
★ 5 (54 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Ellie's Cafe at 175 Prospect Ave is a Latino-owned, women-owned small coffee shop with outdoor seating. Reviewers mention a welcoming team, a relaxed room with dark painted walls, zucchini bread, empanadas and gluten-free options, and staff willing to make custom drinks. It also serves beer and wine. Hours are Tuesday to Thursday 7 am to 5 pm, Friday to 7 pm, Saturday 8 am to 8 pm, closed Sunday and Monday.
Best for: Custom drinks and gluten-free snacks
- Address
- 175 Prospect Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–7 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–8 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7 am–5 pm; Tue 7 am–5 pm; Wed 7 am–5 pm
#3
Polly’s Cafe
★ 4.5 (244 Google reviews)Cafe$10–20 per person
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Polly’s Cafe at 766 Classon Ave is a Black-owned, LGBTQ+ owned and women-owned cafe serving breakfast, brunch and lunch. Reviewers point to baked goods, including a brownie with large chocolate chips and cinnamon buns, and pleasant cafe seating, though some mention slow service, weekend lines and items running out. It opens 7 am to 5 pm on weekdays and 8 am on weekends, with outdoor seating and vegan options.
Best for: Baked goods and weekday brunch
- Address
- 766 Classon Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5 pm; Mon 7 am–5 pm; Sat 8 am–5 pm; Sun 8 am–5 pm; Thu 7 am–5 pm; Tue 7 am–5 pm; Wed 7 am–5 pm
#4
Aura Coffee and Bar
★ 4.6 (100 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Aura Coffee and Bar at 417 Prospect Pl is an LGBTQ+ owned and women-owned coffee shop open daily 7 am to 5 pm. Reviewers describe a community spot full of regulars, with an egg sandwich featuring avocado and onion and a breakfast bun. Its shaded outdoor seats are often taken by laptop workers, reviewers note. Google lists beer, cocktails, live music and happy-hour food and drinks.
Best for: Neighborhood breakfast with regulars
- Address
- 417 Prospect Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11238, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–5 pm
#5
Lincoln Station
★ 4.4 (1,036 Google reviews)Cafe$10–20 per person
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Lincoln Station at 409 Lincoln Pl is a women-owned cafe open from 7:30 am on weekdays and 8 am on weekends, until 9 pm daily. Reviewers mention oatmeal, breakfast sandwiches, fresh orange juice, pastries and lattes, with shared tables inside, a window bar and outdoor tables. It is close to the Brooklyn Museum and the subway, reviewers say. Google lists laptop-friendly seating, beer and organic dishes.
Best for: Long hours and plenty of seating
- Address
- 409 Lincoln Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11238, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–9 pm; Mon 7:30 am–9 pm; Sat 8 am–9 pm; Sun 8 am–9 pm; Thu 7:30 am–9 pm; Tue 7:30 am–9 pm; Wed 7:30 am–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 6 cafes in Prospect Heights, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Outdoor seating”, 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
- For an early start, Villager 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?
Villager ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 501 reviews. Ellie's Cafe by O' Rita's Roasters is second at 5 from 54 reviews.
Which cafes in Prospect Heights, New York NY are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Lincoln Station, at 9 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Villager $1–10; Ellie's Cafe by O' Rita's Roasters $1–10; Polly’s Cafe $10–20; Aura Coffee and Bar $1–10; Lincoln Station $10–20.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Villager, Ellie's Cafe by O' Rita's Roasters, Polly’s Cafe and Lincoln Station.
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