I’ve lived in this area for over 10 years. I’ve seen the evolution of Beach 67th and the people that have moved into this particular area. I have nothing against it. I’ve gone to the coffee shop a few times already, and I never really feel welcomed there. On top of that, every time I order my drink, it just gets worse. The first time I went there, I got two chai teas. Mine was great, but the second one tasted like water. I decided to give them the benefit of the doubt because it was really busy there that particular Saturday. The next weekend, I decided to go again. It wasn't as good as the first one, and both drinks mostly tasted like milk. I walked home and fixed it myself. I really only go in there on Saturdays after I finish setting up our table at the farmers market under the train at Beach 60th. Last Saturday, I went again, and I asked the girl if she could make the chai stronger because last weekend my drink tasted like milk. She didn't seem too pleased that I said that. She made the drink and told me all the chai was at the bottom of the cup. I was somewhat in a rush to pick up some other things, so I didn't try the chai while I was in the cafe, but I wish I would have. Yes, she might have put more chai in there, but it was not sweet AT ALL. I have given Locals Collective many chances and I am NOT AT ALL SATISFIED. The only thing that it has going for it is that it looks nice in there. Try Rockaway Roasters on Beach 92nd St and Rockaway Beach Blvd if you're looking for a great cafe or even Rockaway Beach Bakery, just not here.

This is just a side note for anyone that may be wondering. Yes, I am the only person of a darker complexion when I am visiting Locals Collective. Most of the customers don't seem to be of my own demographic, and neither does the employment.