Clever Blend
Coffee shop, ice cream · Brooklyn
Sobre Clever Blend
At Clever Blend, we're a traditional coffee shop that's been a Brooklyn local favorite for years. Our relaxed setting is the perfect spot to unwind with a cup of expertly crafted coffee or tea, paired with an assortment of delicious pastries and gelato. We're proud of our outdoor seating area where...
At Clever Blend, we're a traditional coffee shop that's been a Brooklyn local favorite for years. Our relaxed setting is the perfect spot to unwind with a cup of expertly crafted coffee or tea, paired with an assortment of delicious pastries and gelato. We're proud of our outdoor seating area where you can soak up the sun on a nice day, and our friendly staff are always happy to provide top-notch service. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite or just need a cup of coffee to start your day, we've got you covered. Our menu features vegetarian options, and we're wheelchair accessible from the entrance and seating areas. Come visit us and discover why Clever Blend is such a beloved gathering spot in our neighborhood.
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Clever Blend is a neighborhood cafe known for its friendly staff (especially Nadia, Luca, Ariceli, Brian and Ariana), good coffee, and pleasant atmosphere. Customers appreciate the unique vibe, books, and games. Some find the coffee quality inconsistent.
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Tip: Enjoy the friendly staff and unique atmosphere. Try the maple latte or house blend drip with steamed milk, and be sure to say hello!
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Clever Blend es troba a Brooklyn, envoltat de llocs d'interès cultural i històric. Aquests són alguns dels punts més destacats als voltants.
Patrimoni Històric
- Hanson Place Seventh-day Adventist Church (A 688m) — church building in Brooklyn, United States of America Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
Edificis Religiosos
- St. Augustine's Church (A 192m) — Roman Catholic church in Brooklyn, New York
- Aliento de Vida (A 304m) — church in New York City
Parcs i Jardins
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- Garden of Union (A 485m) — community garden in New York City
- Thomas Greene Playground (A 610m) — park in the United States of America
- South Oxford Park (A 637m) — park in Brooklyn, NYC, USA
Altres Llocs d'Interès
- Troubled Sleep (A 249m) — bookstore in Brooklyn, New York
- Brooklyn Crossing (A 487m)
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Clever Blend is such a gem! Brian the barista is always so kind and clearly passionate about what he does, he makes every drink with real care. I got the pumpkin latte with oat milk, and it was amazing, smooth, rich, and perfectly balanced. You can really taste the quality of the coffee here. I also ordered a matcha for my friend, and she said it’s hands down the best she’s ever had, super creamy and not too sweet. The vibe of the place is relaxed and welcoming. Definitely one of the best coffee spots around!
I’ve been going here for ages and decided to give it five stars because I respect that it’s a solid neighborhood cafe with its own identity and rules, as well as very good coffee and friendly staff. They’re not trying to be a coworking space and thats their prerogative! They never act unprofessional or unking. The only times I’ve seen them do that is in response to some of the bitter and whiny reviews on here, which honestly makes me like then more!
The drip coffee is good, dark roast, but I keep coming back because the staff is kind, friendly and welcoming. Owners Nadia and Luca are wonderful, and they have a treasure in their barista Ariceli. She asks and remembers customer names! The newer barista Ariana is wonderful as well. Just the most welcoming, friendly place you can imagine.
I met a friend at Clever Blend yesterday - it was my first time there (I think it used to be Gorilla Coffee.). The drip coffee was excellent (rich flavor with no bitterness) and the pastry was fine (chocolate croissant) ... the prices were good as well. I'll keep this cafe on my short list.
As someone who lives in Park Slope, I can’t believe I’ve never stopped by Clever Blend before! Well-made coffee, great atmosphere and friendly staff. I will absolutely be coming back with a book📖! There are few things I love more than a local coffee shop with plenty of seating. P.s. Add maple syrup to your hot coffee! ☕️
This neighborhood place has good energy vibes, cute wooden design with nice seating options and of course great beverages. I had matcha latte and it was made fast and well without unbroken lumps of powder - which often happens in other places. Their pastries looked good too, so may be i will try next time.
I am lucky enough to live just steps away from Clever Blend, aside from the PERFECT latte, espresso, and cold brew, Clever Blend is the only place that can take me back to the cafes and cappuccino shops in Rome. If not for the great coffee, charming decor, and unique customer service it’s worth coming to see the hilarious chalkboard art on the ad stand outside (Tell Lucca you noticed it he takes pride)😉☕️
I really love the vibe of this place and appreciate a coffee space that is light and airy for a change. I have always found the people who work here quite pleasant. I love their maple lattes! I really love that they have some books and games here for my child to enjoy while the adults enjoy coffee and conversation.
A lovely local coffee spot. Friendly servers. A treasure trove of old books to read.Fun artisanal drinks made with organic tasty ingredients. I've had their hot chocolate (awesome), a maple latte (perfectly sweet), and your basic coffee (which tasted like coffee is supposed to). I especially like that some tables are specifically labelled 'no laptops please', so it's designed to be social establishment to enjoy coffee and conversation, and not just a den for frustrated screenwriters. They need more places like this one.
Cute café, I thought it was nice they have a section with books and for some reason VHS. Ordered a latte and it wasn't great, I could taste the milk more than the coffee. We wanted to sit down and drink it there on a regular mug but they only provide to-go cups, which I see as wasteful. Ambience was nice and quiet, good for conversation. Anyway, it was just an ok experience.
Go here if you like the old school cappuccino/coffee that was the standard 10 years ago. They serve different kind of coffee than the 2021 barista ones like Devoción and Brooklyn Roasting company, but that might be your thing. IMO it doesn't have the depth, the lovely smell or sour tones that other coffee shops have. It looks cute inside, kind baristas. Only take out.
Good service, nice interior, tasty hot chocolate. Update: gave five stars after my first visit. Since then, I’ve been back a few times and have had mixed (including a few negative) experiences. They sell a certain type of coffee mug with an awesome logo (1st photo). After first visit I returned to try to purchase one. The clerk brusquely told me they were not for sale, even though it seemed pretty clear they were. Fast forward to two weeks ago, I stopped back in and tried to purchase the mug. This time, success! After taking the mug home, I then realized it has text on it (2nd photo) that I’m not a fan of. So, I went back to the store today to try to return it in original condition with original packaging, but was told by staffmember that Clever Blend doesn’t do returns. Was disappointed by this. Was probably my last time in there. If anyone in NYC likes the mug and wants it please feel free to DM me 🙃
The people working there were nice and the pastries looked fine. But the coffee is really bad… as if the latte was made with the cheapest ground coffee (think nespresso machine level) mixed with warm milk. Edit (for the owner): I live in the area. I'm not an expert so I can't explain what's wrong, but it tasted like a standard generic drip coffee with milk, again the place is very nice but it would benefit having a real, solid, good coffee. Also I don't choose Google's Local Guide label, that appears after leaving only a few reviews.
It's a nice little place, but the coffee is just above passable, and the service is just as bad. It would be tolerable for convinience but it's also expensive. They dont seem to want to make coffee to order. Like I ask for a specific order, and it's not that.
Americano was bad. Laptop rule is annoying but I get it, makes for a better vibe, but then only paper cups available? The one thing that was great was the service, really friendly and helpful staff working there. To the cafe owners: I know you think the laptop rules are made very clear but they still are not. I only found out after I ordered a coffee and sat down. If you see someone walk in alone with a backpack, it’s probably worth reminding them when they order it’s a no-laptop time. [Edit] Initially left a three star review, but after the defensive and passive aggressive response from the owner, changing it to a one star. The laptop thing is obviously not clear or people would not be mentioning it in the reviews. I think it's a good policy, just make it more clear. For the record, I did get a refund and appreciate that.
Stopped in because my little guy wanted some ice cream. I used my card to pay and did not enter a tip amount because I was going to put cash in the tip jar. An elderly man when I was checking out literally started yelling at me, “No tip, Where’s the tip?” Extremely rude. I put $2. in the tip jar did not say thank you or acknowledge. I will not be returning. Thank you for your reply. I apologize for the miscommunication about the man not being an employee and I have updated my review. I believe you were serving the ice cream and it would have been nice if you had said something while I was getting yelled at. A simple quiet, sorry about that, you’re fine. When I put the $2. in the jar you could have said thank you or even that it wasn’t necessary.
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97 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
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