Botani Cafe — Restaurant in New York

I stopped by this neighborhood café one morning around 7–8 AM for a quick coffee and breakfast. It’s a small spot, but they do have indoor tables and a bit of outdoor seating, making it a peaceful place to sit, work, or just relax. A few people were already working there when I arrived, which gave it a nice, calm vibe.

I ordered a regular coffee with milk, but unfortunately, the milk curdled right after being poured into the cup. I’m not sure if it was the milk or the acidity of the coffee, but it clearly wasn’t right. To their credit, the barista was kind about it, tossed it out immediately, and I switched to a plain black coffee instead. I’m not usually a black coffee fan, but it was fine. I also grabbed a plain croissant, which was simple and decent, nothing special.

Overall, it’s an okay spot. If you’re in the neighborhood and want a quiet place to enjoy your coffee or get some work done, this café fits the bill—even if the food and drinks themselves are...

I waited to visit this place 3 times before writing a review. The first time we dined in and the last two times we took the coffee to go. The place is small and quaint with seating which can pose as a great place to have your morning coffee. However, the customer service is terrible. When you enter, no one even looks in your direction to greet you with a good morning or even so much as a friendly gaze. Everyone sits around awkwardly waiting for their coffee order to be called because the staff doesn’t say much nor do they tell you to have a seat while you wait or encourage you explore the small items around the shop. The energy is just not inviting, the coffee is decent (which is why we tried 3 times, hoping to feel differently) but it’s a no go...

I’m so happy that a coffee shop opened up on the corner. The staff are wonderful and always welcome. Everyone has a very low key/chill vibe as does the whole cafe. I love the aesthetics with its nod to earthen houses and organic architecture.

There are some cool products being sold there, as well—from tarot candles, mushroom tinctures, and well design to go cups for a sustainable coffee run. It kind of reminds me of a Wicca store I used to go to in high school (in the best of ways).

I mainly come in because my dog, Penny, loves to drag me there. She knows where the cookie spots are in town :) and, the staff love her and treat her really well.

A welcomed addition and a happy crew to hang out and have a cup of...