Rachel Dick

Leaving a review as this was my first time at concept coffee, and I have to say, this is the coffee shop everyone dreams of in New York City. Upon walking in, the staff and owners were so friendly and welcoming. It was my wedding morning, and my bridesmaids and I stopped here for a quick coffee and sandwich before we headed out for the day. As customers filtered in and we waited for our coffee and food, we noticed how there was a unique sense of community. Lots of regulars stopped by, and everyone was so kind. They even gifted me some coffee beans on my big day! (My first wedding gift of the day!) The coffee was amazing and they had fun flavors, combos, and even a fun purple coffee drink?! The breakfast sandwich was all freshly made and truly one of the best I have had in the city. If you are nearby, I highly recommend stopping by - you won’t regret it!!

Mark De Leon

During our recent trip to New York, my team and I were thrilled to try out this highly recommended cafe, suggested by a close friend. The experience exceeded our expectations! The Kape Ube Latte was a standout, offering a unique and delightful flavor that I haven't found anywhere else. Additionally, the tuna sandwich was perfectly crunchy and delicious – a definite must-try! For coffee lovers, their ground coffee is a purchase you won't regret. We highly recommend grabbing a bag to enjoy at home. Visit this cafe for an exceptional coffee experience located in Queens!

Hillary Soriano

It was my first time in NYC and my first coffee shop at Concept Coffee!! I loved it so much! The menu is Filipino inspired and it reminded me of home! I ordered the ube cookie, so delicious and filled with ube, I had the Serhant and loved it!! So delicious and the breakfast sandwich with bacon, egg and cheese and focaccia bread it was so yummy and the experience and vibe was amazing and I got to try unique drink from my friends like ube latte and their avocado toast! They also had yummy mocktail coffee! I tried the lavender one and loved it. it was an amazing experience!!! ♥️🇵🇭 will definitely be my go to every time I'm in NYC!

Leena Chen (Eileen)

My friends and I stumbled upon Concept Coffee only a few weeks ago, and it immediately became our go-to spot in LIC for a morning treat or a remote-work spot! (Already been back 7+ times... and counting) This is one of the few coffee shops that does matcha/tea really well, not just as an afterthought. My repeat order has been "The Serhant" (ube matcha), which is so fragrant and flavorful and also just beautiful. The matcha really comes through without being overpowering. The ice in the drink also melts so evenly so you never end up with a watered-down drink or a lot of ice at the bottom -- it's such a small detail but makes a huge difference in the drink experience. The pastries are all amazing as well, especially the cranberry scone. Andrew, the owner, is very friendly and gets to know his repeat customers, dogs and humans alike. He brings San Diego energy to NYC, really setting the tone for a laidback and sunny vibe in the space.

Michael Gonzales

Concept Coffee is it! Great menu variety when it comes to coffee, teas, and seasonal drinks, especially if you're craving a drink with an Asian (Filipino) twist - this is the spot! Each beverage is crafted delicately as if you're in a cocktail bar. I've gotten the Buko Pandan Latte and the little details from the pour to the toppings are prime. The atmosphere is fun with a chill, calm ambiance to decompress or wfh with minimal distractions. Close walking distance to the trains, rock climbing gym or LIC waterfront. Honestly, a great stopgap between destinations. Definitely worth checking.

Dovie C

Sooo good! I've been here few times already. They serve ube latte and buko pandan latte too. We met the owner Andrew and he's so nice. Their baristas are nice too I forgot the gentlemen's names but all in all good experience everytime I come to visit. Coffee and matcha both are really good.

+3

Ido Simyoni

Very cute coffee shop in Long Island City with good indoor seating as well as an outdoor bench. I got the Ube Coffee and my friend got an iced caramel latte. Service was great and will definitely revisit!

+5

Joe Gunawan

I was in the mood for something different than your standard fare coffee shop breakfast and Americano, so when I saw Concept Coffee has both Avocado Foccacia and Buko Pandan Latte, I made my way there. Both are pretty darn good, though just short of exceptional. The Buko Pandan consists of espresso, Pandan syrup, coconut milk, and coconut flakes, and while it is pretty delicious thanks for the coconut milk and flakes, I really don't taste the Pandan, which is too bad because it is one of my favorite flavors. The Avocado Foccacia did a little better and it was bursting with flavors. Their stock of avocado was a bit unripe today so the guy went to the nearby market to buy a fresh one, which is appreciated. You can taste that nutty fresh avocado flavor that complements well with the Foccacia bread. The herbs of the Foccacia made every bite a yummy one, although I didn't get enough of the red peppers coming through. The only negative comment is the bread is overly hard. I like my Foccacia a bit fluffier while balancing the crispness. I also like the overall interior decor that puts a bit of the island flavor. There is no bathroom, however.

Michelle Yang

The staff is very kind and knowledgeable. There are not many places in New York City where you can find an ube latte or a pandan latte. This time, I tried a pandan latte. Personally, the lattes are too sweet for me since they are is a lot of syrup added. Also, the drinks are quite pricey. However, I really liked the atmosphere.

+2

Ian

Good coffee used for the latte. Effort on latte art was definitely there. The pastry was somewhat damp instead of crispy. Overall, you can sense the place is only going to get better because of the attention of the barista to the task.

Jennifer S

Came here on November 18, 2025 to get a pumpkin spice latte. Male barista on that day was so friendly and welcoming - greeted me on arrival, made small talk while preparing the drink, asked how I liked the drink while dining in, wished me a good day as I left. I was able to sit and enjoy my drink for close to 45 minutes that day in a pleasant atmosphere. Returned today (December 30, 2025) and ordered a turmeric latte - not tasty and expensive ($6 for a small cup)! However what bothered me most was the ambiance - the new barista (male with buzzed hair) & cashier lady (wearing purple sweatshirt) kept talking to each other and laughing loudly in Tagalog (they are both Filipino)! I can understand chit chat if there are no customers but the cafe was pretty packed today. Please talk quietly in English. I couldn't wait to finish my drink and get out of there!

Caitlin Lynch

I want this place to be good since it’s on the way to my job but the Barista didn’t respond when I said hello. The coffee was burnt. The milk was poorly steamed. Maybe with a little more TLC this could hit the spot.

Pilar Francesca Misa

Had the ube and Buko pandan lattes and they tasted nothing like ube or buko pandan. They just looked nice and were rather too sweet. They also don’t have a bathroom.