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Little Zelda

★★★★ 4.2 · 99 reseñas

At Little Zelda, we're thrilled to welcome you to our cozy café in the heart of Brooklyn. Our charming atmosphere is designed to transport you to a world of warmth and creativity, where artistic touches on the walls, combined with a vibrant community, come together to create the...

Little Zelda

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About Little Zelda

At Little Zelda, we're thrilled to welcome you to our cozy café in the heart of Brooklyn. Our charming atmosphere is designed to transport you to a world of warmth and creativity, where artistic touches on the walls, combined with a vibrant community, come together to create the perfect spot to unwi...

At Little Zelda, we're thrilled to welcome you to our cozy café in the heart of Brooklyn. Our charming atmosphere is designed to transport you to a world of warmth and creativity, where artistic touches on the walls, combined with a vibrant community, come together to create the perfect spot to unwind. Our expertly crafted coffee and tea selection is sure to delight, while our delicious pastries and quick bites provide the perfect accompaniment to your visit. With an inviting outdoor seating area, ample solo dining spaces, and wheelchair accessible entrance, we're committed to making every guest feel at home. Whether you're in need of a boost or simply looking for a relaxing spot to enjoy a cuppa, Little Zelda is here to serve up more than just a great cup of coffee – it's an experience.

What Customers Say About Little Zelda

Little Zelda is a neighborhood favorite known for its cozy vibe, friendly baristas, and quality coffee. Customers rave about the charming atmosphere reminiscent of a Parisian cafe with a Brooklyn touch. Some negative reviews mention inconsistent hours and past health code violations.

Popular Dishes

coffee (12) Chai espresso pastries Iced cortado cookie croissant

Best For

Solo Dining Locals Casual

Tip: Enjoy the ambiance by sitting outside and people-watching, or catching up with a friend. Be aware that the quality of coffee can depend on the barista.

Features

🌳 Outdoor Accessible Coffee
🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy Trendy

What to see nearby

Kol Israel Synagogue
Heritage
A 139m

Kol Israel Synagogue

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Elijah Stroud Playground
A 438m

Elijah Stroud Playground

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260 Eastern Parkway
A 462m

260 Eastern Parkway

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Grant Gore
A 505m

Grant Gore

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883 Classon Avenue
A 553m

883 Classon Avenue

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Dr. Ronald McNair Park
A 564m

Dr. Ronald McNair Park

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Explore the area around Little Zelda

Little Zelda is located in Brooklyn, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Historical Heritage

  • Kol Israel Synagogue (A 139m) — synagogue in Brooklyn, New York Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
  • St. Bartholomew's Protestant Episcopal Church and Rectory (A 613m) — church building in New York, United States of America Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
  • Museo Brooklyn (A 624m) — museo en Nueva York, Estados Unidos Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
  • Kismet Temple (A 702m) — historic meeting hall in Brooklyn, New York, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos

Museums

  • Brooklyn Museum Libraries and Archives (A 624m)

Parks & Gardens

  • Elijah Stroud Playground (A 438m) — park in Brooklyn, New York, the United States of America
  • Grant Gore (A 505m) — park in Brooklyn, Kings County, New York, United States of America
  • Dr. Ronald McNair Park (A 564m) — park in Brooklyn, New York City, United States of America

Other Points of Interest

  • 260 Eastern Parkway (A 462m) — school building in Brooklyn, New York
  • 883 Classon Avenue (A 553m) — school building in Brooklyn, New York

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Frequently asked questions about Little Zelda

Little Zelda is located at 728 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238, Brooklyn.
Near Little Zelda you can find points of interest such as Kol Israel Synagogue, Elijah Stroud Playground, 260 Eastern Parkway, Grant Gore.
Little Zelda offers coffee_shop cuisine.
Little Zelda has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
Little Zelda offers the following services: dine-in.
The most recommended dishes at Little Zelda based on customer reviews are: coffee, Chai, espresso, pastries, Iced cortado.
Little Zelda is ideal for solo dining, locals, casual dining.
Little Zelda is a neighborhood favorite known for its cozy vibe, friendly baristas, and quality coffee. Customers rave about the charming atmosphere reminiscent of a Parisian cafe with a Brooklyn touch. Some negative reviews mention inconsistent hours and past health code violations.
Enjoy the ambiance by sitting outside and people-watching, or catching up with a friend. Be aware that the quality of coffee can depend on the barista.
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Little Zelda Brooklyn Reviews

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Jessica Giordano
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Wil Fowler
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Dexter Haag
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Viv Benjamin
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Andrew Richo
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Leita Williams
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Andrew Garon
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Jake Rothenberg
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Casey Olszewski
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Toly Dubinsky

Great place, but dirty.

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Michael Klein

Delicious coffee and delectable pastries!

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Skylar Nielsen

Super cute and enjoyed the coffee

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Adele McConnell

Just the best. Been around for ages!

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Sara Gerber

The best

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Lisa Richter

So lovely.

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Jenna Harwood

The absolute best

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Michael de Zayas

The best coffee shop in Brooklyn since 2011! :)

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Tamara Melendez Tobar

I love this place! The best!!

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Ellen Jarrett

Such a beautiful place & authentic coffee - loved the cardamom rose latte! Lovely friendly service and brilliantly unique way of keeping customer loyalty cards

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Alyssa Dann

I love little Zelda! Lovely drinks, with friendly folks. Olivia is my favorite barista! She’s charismatic, makes fabulous drinks, and creates great conversation. I always enjoy it here! 100 percent recommend. Make sure to tip well here. The service is worth the recognition.

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Zoe Shalem

Olivia and aloe are the most amazing baristas in all of New York, this cafe is genuinely one of the best! The vibe is so warm and welcoming, the coffee and matcha are quality.

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G T

Really love the coffee. You can tell the barista really cares!

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Elton Tucker

Such a cute spot. And the coffee barista made such a good cappuccino for me.

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Scout Wells

The best local spot! little Zelda has incredible Hojicha macadamia latte, super friendly baristas, and the perfect cozy atmosphere for working or catching up with friends.

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Clément Janot

We have been amazed by the beauty of Little Zelda, and everything from the coffee itself, the pastries and the kindness of the people there ! Thanks to the team ! We’ll definitely be back ! We are from Paris and we felt at home in 2 seconds ! :)

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Alejandra Valverde
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Chris Bartelt
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Timothy Murphy
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Zach Eustace
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Gabriella Guerra
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Pierre Enel
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Alexandra Karppi
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Cameron Eshgh
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david

cutest cafe in the neighborhood :0

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Michael de Zayas

Best baristas, best coffee, best vibes

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DYA

Just had the best dry milk cappuccino. Literally best in crown heights/prospect heights/bed stuy. Woman with the glasses who made it- protect your hands at all costs.

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nick mayer

Amazing coffee shop in Brooklyn, will be my new spot! Highly recommend!

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tyler bolton

Great coffee and service. However, they need to implement a policy against dogs. It is simply too small in there for dogs.

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KayAna

Really enjoyed the mocha and my son loved the cookie. The female worker (sorry forgot her name) was very excellent and warm

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Jill Collins

Favorite neighborhood coffee spot!

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Hanna Williams

Best coffee in Crown Heights

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Michael Moore

I'm biased but a must visit if you're in the neighborhood. Great coffee, great people, great vibes.

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Megan Brooke

My vanilla oat milk latte was sooo yummy today and the vibes were good and barista was so kind!

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Katy Esper

Best coffee around the area, great vibes and friendly baristas.

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Austin D

Great coffee ☕️ The barista was so friendly and beautiful

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Collin Whyte

Super pleasant ownership.

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EAM Vibing

One of my favorite coffee shops in Brooklyn ☕ #cafecito

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Micah Robin

Wonderful coffee shop on a vibrant street. Love the coffee and vibe. You feel the good energy right when you walk in from the staff, decor on the walls, and the folks writing, chatting, working, and of course drinking coffee here. Special place.

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Marketing Director

Cute and cozy with the best baristas. I could sit here for hours chatting with friends - especially when it’s such a vibe in the weekends!

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Kate Alaimo

Cuteness herself! This place is awesome and best chewy cookie ever. Shout out to Katie! Thanks for the excellent service :)

Micah Robin
Micah Robin

Wonderful coffee shop on a vibrant street. Love the coffee and vibe. You feel the good energy right when you walk in from the staff, decor on the walls, and the folks writing, chatting, working, and of course drinking coffee here. Special place.

Marketing Director
Marketing Director

Cute and cozy with the best baristas. I could sit here for hours chatting with friends - especially when it’s such a vibe in the weekends!

Kate Alaimo
Kate Alaimo

Cuteness herself! This place is awesome and best chewy cookie ever. Shout out to Katie! Thanks for the excellent service :)

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John Cushing

I had the best croissant of my life here. Great place for a regular spot to work, chill, or just grab a coffee and go. Dog friendly, and people friendly too.

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Kales T

Been going here almost daily as I found this spot to be my fave coffee shop in the area. Super friendly employees & quality coffee. It absolutely deserves a visit

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Nai-Hua Chen

Love this gem. My go to cafe in the neighborhood. The staff are always very nice though the quality of coffee depends on who the barista is. It's small but the vibe is great, full of creativity and community engagement in a limited space. They have the most variety of milk that I've known of. I am a bit sad they are no longer open at night since I used to enjoy a late night coffee.

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Gregory Carvajal

I love the atmosphere, the food and, most of all, the service. Reminds me of a little café I visited while in Paris with my wife, but with a very charming Brooklyn touch. If you’re lucky, Zelda herself might be manning the register. Be sure to say hi; one day, when you see her accepting a Tony, you’ll be able to say that you met her before she became famous.

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Charlotte Lamm

I like how they have all of the punch cards on the wall. And the barista was wearing a purple Santa hat

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Evan Franca

This place is a neighborhood institution for a reason. Great coffee, friendly baristas, and a cute charming vibe. Iced cortado is always on point and the punchcard system is very cool. Support your local coffee shops and not the chains.

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Christy de Zayas

Little Zelda Coffee in Brooklyn has a cute, laid-back vibe- like Paris in Brooklyn. They have great coffee and tasty pastries, it’s the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a good cup of joe.

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James Angevine

Wonderful little coffee shop! The coffee shop inside is pretty small, but the line moves generally pretty quickly, and all of the drinks I've had there have been excellent. Perfect ambiance for sitting outside and people watching, or catching up with a friend. Easily my favorite coffee shop in the area

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Sophie D

Little Zelda has the coolest vibe—friendly, intimate, and effortlessly charming. Great coffee, lovely people, and a truly wonderful neighborhood feel.

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Rebecca Ross

this place is the best. the coffee is delicious, baristas are always lovely, vibe is cozy, great hours, clientele is always cool and kind, there a lot of sweet little touches, and the place has character. favorite coffee shop in my neighborhood.

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Leslie Olivo

David pulled me maybe the best shot of espresso I’ve had in NY the other day - so smooth!

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natalie fernandez

Little Zelda has the best baristas, Chai, and coffee in Crown Heights. Grab a drink and enjoy!

John Cushing
John Cushing

I had the best croissant of my life here. Great place for a regular spot to work, chill, or just grab a coffee and go. Dog friendly, and people friendly too.

Charlotte Lamm
Charlotte Lamm

I like how they have all of the punch cards on the wall. And the barista was wearing a purple Santa hat

Kales T
Kales T

Been going here almost daily as I found this spot to be my fave coffee shop in the area. Super friendly employees & quality coffee. It absolutely deserves a visit

Nai-Hua Chen
Nai-Hua Chen

Love this gem. My go to cafe in the neighborhood. The staff are always very nice though the quality of coffee depends on who the barista is. It's small but the vibe is great, full of creativity and community engagement in a limited space. They have the most variety of milk that I've known of. I am a bit sad they are no longer open at night since I used to enjoy a late night coffee.

Leslie Olivo
Leslie Olivo

David pulled me maybe the best shot of espresso I’ve had in NY the other day - so smooth!

Gregory Carvajal
Gregory Carvajal

I love the atmosphere, the food and, most of all, the service. Reminds me of a little café I visited while in Paris with my wife, but with a very charming Brooklyn touch. If you’re lucky, Zelda herself might be manning the register. Be sure to say hi; one day, when you see her accepting a Tony, you’ll be able to say that you met her before she became famous.

Christy de Zayas
Christy de Zayas

Little Zelda Coffee in Brooklyn has a cute, laid-back vibe- like Paris in Brooklyn. They have great coffee and tasty pastries, it’s the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a good cup of joe.

Evan Franca
Evan Franca

This place is a neighborhood institution for a reason. Great coffee, friendly baristas, and a cute charming vibe. Iced cortado is always on point and the punchcard system is very cool. Support your local coffee shops and not the chains.

Sophie D
Sophie D

Little Zelda has the coolest vibe—friendly, intimate, and effortlessly charming. Great coffee, lovely people, and a truly wonderful neighborhood feel.

natalie fernandez
natalie fernandez

Little Zelda has the best baristas, Chai, and coffee in Crown Heights. Grab a drink and enjoy!

James Angevine
James Angevine

Wonderful little coffee shop! The coffee shop inside is pretty small, but the line moves generally pretty quickly, and all of the drinks I've had there have been excellent. Perfect ambiance for sitting outside and people watching, or catching up with a friend. Easily my favorite coffee shop in the area

Rebecca Ross
Rebecca Ross

this place is the best. the coffee is delicious, baristas are always lovely, vibe is cozy, great hours, clientele is always cool and kind, there a lot of sweet little touches, and the place has character. favorite coffee shop in my neighborhood.

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Neo Dro

Used to like it but they had so many recent issues with hygiene/health certifications

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Nino Kiknadze

I was in line for coffee and left because I decided I didn't want coffee made by this person (a female who works here on 12/20 during morning hours). A customer in front of me asked something, and she said, "No problem, I trust you" (it was about a coupon or something like that). Then she turned, rolled her eyes, and made an ugly face. Don’t say it’s not a problem if it is, and don’t be so smallminded as to not realize there are people watching.

Nino Kiknadze
Nino Kiknadze

I was in line for coffee and left because I decided I didn't want coffee made by this person (a female who works here on 12/20 during morning hours). A customer in front of me asked something, and she said, "No problem, I trust you" (it was about a coupon or something like that). Then she turned, rolled her eyes, and made an ugly face. Don’t say it’s not a problem if it is, and don’t be so smallminded as to not realize there are people watching.

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Sabrina Biondi

This place is constantly closed per the health dept for numerous violations. They keep reopening by hiding the DOH sign slapped on their door, which seems like a pretty awful way to conduct business. Been here a few times and the coffee and service are average… doesn’t seem worth it for food poisoning honestly.

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Drea (iScreamCandy)

Oh my God this used to be my little go to spot when I lived in Crown Heights and now anytime I’m in Brooklyn. I drive over. But now it’s always closed every time I get there. It’s either closed at crazy hours or it’s just not open most of the week. :-( I’m sure it’s on its way all the way out

Sabrina Biondi
Sabrina Biondi

This place is constantly closed per the health dept for numerous violations. They keep reopening by hiding the DOH sign slapped on their door, which seems like a pretty awful way to conduct business. Been here a few times and the coffee and service are average… doesn’t seem worth it for food poisoning honestly.

Drea (iScreamCandy)
Drea (iScreamCandy)

Oh my God this used to be my little go to spot when I lived in Crown Heights and now anytime I’m in Brooklyn. I drive over. But now it’s always closed every time I get there. It’s either closed at crazy hours or it’s just not open most of the week. :-( I’m sure it’s on its way all the way out

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Dan Thilman
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Antonio Saporito

This place has been closed by the health department 3 times!

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Laura Klein

Beware the health rating.

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AR West

I used to be a regular but stopped going here after seeing them get shut down for repeated health code violations, actively ignoring the notices and trying to hide them from customers over the past year or two. I walked by last summer and there was a health violation notice. The next day they put up a "special menu" to cover it and were open for business.

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Balthazar Merrin
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Laura Wittmann
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Amit Nag
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Halima Shehu

They’ve been shut down by the health department numerous times and keep reopening illegally and taking the sign off. They framed it as “spring cleaning”

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Abaigael M

Came here in 2023 in the spring and I lived near by, it was around 4pm and I stopped by for a coffee. As I walked with my friend in the barista said “these people don’t live in New York, no one who lives in NY would ever buy coffee after 3pm” then he turned to us and said “welcome to New York” it was a bizarre experience as I had been living there for 5 years at the time. He was rude the entire time he took my friend’s order and making their drink, I opted not to get anything because of his off putting attitude and I never went there again.

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Dana Hallman

I came to this establishment for a cup of coffee. I was staying at a friend's and they recommended this place. I waited patiently in line while the young man who was making the coffee, chatted up the two young woman in front of me, (one white one asian) made their coffee, and pleasantly completed the exchange. When I stepped up to the counter he abruptly and curtly said, I have to clean some things and get some ice. I can't get to you for 10 minutes. He said the ice had run out because of all the ice based drinks people were ordering. He never asked me if I was having a hot or cold drink. He just turned around, after telling me I had to wait 10 minutes, and began washing out a big bucket. I am a 63-uear-old Black American woman. I know racist behavior when I see it as I've sadly experienced it numerous times in my life I was absolutely discriminated against in this establishment. If this is something that you don't support, then don't buy your coffee at Little Zelda. My friend had also recommended Coffee Land which is a few doors down. I immediately left Little Zelda because of the racist energy. The experience at Coffee Land was a 360 degree difference. I was welcomed, along with several others who were clearly regulars. The barista greeted me with a big smile and was very accommodating and kind. I highly recommend this establishment as they treat all of their customers with respect.

Abaigael M
Abaigael M

Came here in 2023 in the spring and I lived near by, it was around 4pm and I stopped by for a coffee. As I walked with my friend in the barista said “these people don’t live in New York, no one who lives in NY would ever buy coffee after 3pm” then he turned to us and said “welcome to New York” it was a bizarre experience as I had been living there for 5 years at the time. He was rude the entire time he took my friend’s order and making their drink, I opted not to get anything because of his off putting attitude and I never went there again.

Dana Hallman
Dana Hallman

I came to this establishment for a cup of coffee. I was staying at a friend's and they recommended this place. I waited patiently in line while the young man who was making the coffee, chatted up the two young woman in front of me, (one white one asian) made their coffee, and pleasantly completed the exchange. When I stepped up to the counter he abruptly and curtly said, I have to clean some things and get some ice. I can't get to you for 10 minutes. He said the ice had run out because of all the ice based drinks people were ordering. He never asked me if I was having a hot or cold drink. He just turned around, after telling me I had to wait 10 minutes, and began washing out a big bucket. I am a 63-uear-old Black American woman. I know racist behavior when I see it as I've sadly experienced it numerous times in my life I was absolutely discriminated against in this establishment. If this is something that you don't support, then don't buy your coffee at Little Zelda. My friend had also recommended Coffee Land which is a few doors down. I immediately left Little Zelda because of the racist energy. The experience at Coffee Land was a 360 degree difference. I was welcomed, along with several others who were clearly regulars. The barista greeted me with a big smile and was very accommodating and kind. I highly recommend this establishment as they treat all of their customers with respect.

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🕐 Hours Today
7:30AM-4:30PM
Rating
4.2/5
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Wheelchair Accessible
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The Neighborhood

Kol Israel Synagogue Heritage

synagogue in Brooklyn, New York

A 139m
Elijah Stroud Playground

park in Brooklyn, New York, the United States of America

A 438m
260 Eastern Parkway

school building in Brooklyn, New York

A 462m
Grant Gore

park in Brooklyn, Kings County, New York, United States of America

A 505m
883 Classon Avenue

school building in Brooklyn, New York

A 553m
Dr. Ronald McNair Park

park in Brooklyn, New York City, United States of America

A 564m
St. Bartholomew's Protestant Episcopal Church and Rectory Heritage

church building in New York, United States of America

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Museo Brooklyn Heritage

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