First Level Cafe

Samantha Macharia

3 years ago

This is THE cafe, I am from Kansas City and it was by far the best cafe I’ve been to in nyc. Such friendly and kind staff, amazing coffee. Also a great place to grab a quick and delicious bite the turkey and cheese sandwich toasted with lettuce and tomato, AMAZING!

Jennifer Sun

2 years ago

Loved the food, coffee, and welcoming atmosphere. The Kaboom sandwich, with pillowy coco bread holding tender oxtail and a Jamaican patty in the middle, is a delicious slam dunk! Lots of seating and sockets to get your remote work flow on. Worth a repeat visit!

Zariel G

3 years ago

came to visit after seeing a video on it being a good spot to work from and it did not disappoint! met one of the owners and the barista and they were so welcoming and hospitable. will be coming back often when i need to change the scenery for working. also they have live music on the weekends. would love to see more tea options in the future

Abuk Yor

3 years ago

THIS PLACE IS AMAZING. The employees are so nice and sweet. They’ve made sure the food and drinks were to my liking without me even asking. the food is amazing as well. I live in Kansas, and so since visiting here, they definitely set the bar high. I would 100% recommend

Ricc'i T. Williams

3 years ago

Stayed in the Bronx on vacay... Well while the AB&B was not that great this amazing coffee house was the best ever! Don't go for just the coffee go for the amazing personalities that bring all the magic together in this quaint cafe! 🥰 Paula is the best barrister in all the land the latte was the best ever! John will keep your tummy full with some tasty eats... But hands down the heart and soul of this amazing spot is the owner partners Rory and Gabriel! On my trip we gathered there almost daily, these gentleman made us feel welcomed, warm and our souls were edified by their great knowledge, the vast variety of music, the intelligent conversation and just their overall care and passion for entertaining a vast majority of people! They had an amazing story just go in for that, you will be inspired and moved to tears! Oh and did I even mention thee Saturday Jazz Brunch?😀

Lilibeth Rivera

2 years ago

Tip: You can bring your own hot drink cup to use to reduce trash. I visited on a rainy Monday night when my friends & I had some remote work to do. The owners Gabe & Rory were so welcoming & Leroy made such a delicious apple tea. I really appreciated a spot to do work. They even changed the music to jazz for us. Their energetic pop music before that was great too. I heard they opened at the end of 2022 & are dedicated to building an awesome business for the community. At the end of the evening, they might just give you the leftover pastries. I can’t wait to see this spot develop and add to all the local bounce back from the pandemic 🥰

Matthew Fermin

3 years ago

Love this place. The food, the pastries, the COFFEE!! Amazing coffee. Barely needs sugar to taste good. Im glad to have them as my daily coffee spot.

Jon Finkelstein

3 years ago

Great place with amazing sandwiches, pastries, and coffee. Such a hidden gem that is newly opened in Mott Haven. The environment is just as good as the food and coffee as there are comfortable seating options in a friendly setting. I highly recommend stopping by and trying the Katz’s pastrami (made with the famous pastrami from Katz’s deli) - it was exceptional!

James Stolhand

3 years ago

Stopped in for a quick latte, and it really ticks all the boxes. Friendly atmosphere, great staff, and most importantly, excellent coffee. It's great for reading, studying, first dates, meeting up with friends, etc. What I love even more is that it's locally owned and operated.

The Bronx Photowalk

2 years ago

A place where the energy, decor/setting is just right. Hospitality with top level service. Had a regular coffee which I normally do not have outside mi casa, pero OH! So good and just right. I then had a blueberry lemonade boba tea. WOWZER! That pastrami sandwich, soooo good. Not the typical super salty kind, but deliciously made. The staff made me feel so welcome. The entrance - You are confronted with doors that make you feel like you were entering a presidential suite. Once in, you immediately feel it. Also can not forget to mention the music is 💯🎯 from level of sound to playlist selection. A must visit. Bring a book or your laptop great lounge. Love everything about this place. Got to meet the owner and family, beautiful souls. I can see the connection. Go experience for yourself.