Seemed like a really great place, highly rated. Pretty disappointing with my experience here. Drinks were decent, chai latte was ok. I've had better and worse. Maple cinnamon latte was decent. Very berry acai bowl is highway robbery. For the cost I expected a lot more than what I got. Website says there's granola but their menu inside doesn't. It definitely needs it. It is a TINY portion in a plastic container, that looks like it was premade and not freshly done. It was packed to go and we were eating here. Menu on tables shows a nice wooden bowl and spoon and basically triple the size. Decor inside is very lacking. They could make this such a cute bee/wild flowers/honey theme but it's just white walls basically everywhere. I don't think I'd come back.
Coffee shop
Busy Bee Coffee
FlushingQueens
Flushing
Queens
The brief
About Busy Bee Coffee
Busy Bee Coffee is a highly-rated coffee shop located in Flushing, Queens, that serves expertly crafted beverages and café fare. The establishment caters to health-conscious customers by offering quality ingredients and options that accommodate various dietary preferences. With its welcoming and energetic atmosphere, Busy Bee Coffee provides the perfect environment for customers to enjoy their drinks, whether they're stopping by for a quick caffeine boost or settling in for a longer visit. The impressive 4.9-star rating from over 1,000 reviews reflects the shop's commitment to excellent service and consistent quality.
Health inspection
NYC DOHMH Grade A
Score12(lower is better)
Inspected8/13/2025
Grade A is the highest mark from NYC's Department of Health — about 90% of restaurants earn it.
Community Rating
4.9
out of 5
1,010 community reviews
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Reviews
What diners say about Busy Bee Coffee
15 verified Google reviews · 14 with owner responses
4.9
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An amazing experience! Great food, great coffee, super nice staff, and such a fun atmosphere. Every ingredient on the sandwich (Turkey Pesto) was fresh and tasty. I also got the Strawberry Cream Latte, yummy! Worth the price!!
Response from the owner
Thank you, Skylar! We're delighted you enjoyed the Turkey Pesto and Strawberry Cream Latte. Fresh ingredients and great service are what we strive for every day. We appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again soon! 🍓☕
Absolutely love this coffee shop! The food and coffee are always delicious, the aesthetic is beautiful, and the atmosphere is so calm and welcoming. It’s one of my favorite coffee shops to relax or even get some work done. The employees, Ceren and Enes, are always so kind and welcoming — they always have a smile on their faces and make the experience even better. My favorite dishes: almond croissant, grilled chicken sandwich, avocado toast, and drinks I get the strawberry matcha, yellow tropical smoothie or cappuccino 🙌🏽Highly recommend this spot if you’re looking for great coffee, amazing vibes, and friendly service! ☕✨
Response from the owner
Thank you so much, Colleen! We’re so happy Busy Bee Coffee in Flushing is one of your favorite spots to relax and get work done. Ceren and Enes will be very happy to hear your kind words. We’re glad you enjoy the almond croissant, grilled chicken sandwich, avocado toast, strawberry matcha, yellow tropical smoothie, and cappuccino. Hope to see you again soon! ☕✨
"Bee-lieve in Your Buzz, Achieve Your Dreams"<br><br>It is raining today. Looking at my phone, I realized I have hundreds of contacts saved, yet there wasn't a single person I could easily reach out to for a cup of coffee. It’s because everyone is out there living their lives like "busy bees."<br><br>As I was walking in the rain, the sign for "Busy Bee Coffee" caught my eye, and I decided to step inside.<br><br>Modernity, coziness, tranquility, and serenity—all perfectly paired with a soothing backdrop of calm music. Finding a hidden gem like this in the middle of Flushing is truly no easy task.<br><br>The neon sign on the wall, "Bee-lieve in Your Buzz, Achieve Your Dreams," deeply resonated with me.<br><br>"Buzz." Like a bee that continuously flaps its wings without a single pause, we modern-day people have come to view taking a break as a form of laziness or even a guilt-ridden sin. To me, that sign felt like a warm, gentle invitation saying, "Come inside, have a cup of coffee, and catch your breath." It brought to mind the sacred reassurance: "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."<br><br>With a cup of warm coffee and a slice of cake, I fully embraced a long-awaited moment of peace on this rainy day. While this quiet solitude was beautiful, next time, I want to come back with the people I love and share this profound sense of tranquility with them.<br><br>#BusyBeeCoffee #FlushingCafe #NYC_Cafes #플러싱카페 #비오는날
Response from the owner
Hi Leo,<br>Wow—thank you for such a thoughtful and beautifully written review. Your words truly captured the spirit of what we hope to create here at Busy Bee Coffee in Flushing.<br><br>We love how you connected with our message, “Bee-lieve in Your Buzz, Achieve Your Dreams.” Taking a moment to pause, recharge, and enjoy a peaceful cup of coffee is something we believe everyone deserves—especially on a rainy day.<br><br>It means a lot to know that you found comfort, tranquility, and a sense of escape with us. Next time, we’d be honored to welcome you back with your loved ones to share that experience together.<br><br>Looking forward to seeing you again soon 🐝☕
The atmosphere here is quite pleasant. Beyond the coffee, I actually love the food here. The Chicken and Turkey is halal and food is always made fresh infront of you. It tastes clean and healthy.<br>Seating arrangement is pretty decent too with outside seating available.
Response from the owner
Hi Taimoor,<br><br>Thank you so much for your thoughtful review and for visiting us here in Flushing! We’re really glad you enjoyed the atmosphere and especially the food—our team takes pride in preparing everything fresh right in front of our guests, so it’s great to hear that came through.<br><br>We also appreciate you highlighting our halal chicken and turkey options—making sure everyone feels comfortable and welcomed is very important to us. Glad you found the seating, including our outdoor area, enjoyable as well.<br><br>Thanks again for your support, and we hope to see you back at Busy Bee Coffee soon!
The owner greeted me and was so sweet! She recommended the strawberry cream latte (pictured). I really enjoyed it, it was sweet and a little tart which was a very unique flavor combo. It’s a great place to do work as well. 6/5 ⭐️, will def come back again :-)
Response from the owner
Hi Emily,<br><br>Thank you so much for the amazing review! We're very happy you visited Busy Bee Coffee in Flushing and enjoyed the strawberry cream latte. It's one of our favorite drinks as well.<br><br>We're also glad you found our café a comfortable place to work and relax. Your “6/5 stars” made our day! We look forward to seeing you again soon. ☕🐝
Came here looking for breakfast and I was amazed to see all the options available for you to eat a comfortable and yummy selection of breakfast/brunch. I got the avocado toast, the Nutella croissant and the waffle Nutella with fruit. Their coffee is delicious, I got a mocha latte. The place is pretty quiet. You are able to enjoy your brunch without a problem, the earlier you come the better. Please come ahead so you won’t be waiting to find a table. When I came it was a bit busy but I found a great spot to eat. Staff is kind and friendly! We are definitely returning for more when the weather permits to seat at their backyard😋
Response from the owner
Hi Natalia,<br>Wow — thank you for such a detailed and thoughtful review! We’re so happy you had a great brunch experience with us at Busy Bee Coffee in Flushing.<br><br>It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the avocado toast, Nutella croissant, Nutella waffle with fruit, and mocha latte — those are some of our favorites too 😄☕. We’re especially glad you felt comfortable and welcomed by our staff; that means a lot to us.<br><br>And yes! When the weather gets warmer our backyard becomes a hidden gem — we can’t wait to host you there. Thank you also for the helpful tip about coming early!<br><br>We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Today I visited Busy Bee for the first time, and I was truly impressed. I’ve tried many cafés in New York, but this place has a very special energy. The staff are so warm and friendly that you immediately feel comfortable. The drink I ordered was great, and the croissant was absolutely amazing — I haven’t had a croissant this delicious in a long time.<br><br>With its atmosphere and service, it’s definitely a place I’ll keep coming back to. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a nice café in Flushing. Thank you for such a wonderful experience!
Response from the owner
Thank you so much Aysu! It truly means a lot to us that your first visit to Busy Bee left such a strong impression. We put a lot of love into both our coffee and our pastries, so hearing that you enjoyed the croissant and the drink makes us very happy 😊<br>Our goal is for everyone to feel comfortable and welcomed when they walk into our café here in Flushing, and your kind words about our staff and atmosphere made our day.<br>We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
This beautiful little gem was right next door to my hotel, so I got to enjoy it every day for 2 weeks! Great coffee and food in a charming setting!
Response from the owner
Hi Cara, wow — two weeks with us! That really means a lot ❤️<br>We’re so happy you enjoyed the coffee, food, and cozy atmosphere during your stay in Flushing. You always have a home here at Busy Bee and we hope to see you again when you’re back in town ☕🐝
Such a lovely new cafeteria! The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming 💜 The food is absolutely delicious! I especially appreciate that they offer decaf options and soy milk (many other places don’t have) It really shows they care about their customers. I’ll definitely be coming back! ☕✨
Response from the owner
Hi Alison, thank you for the wonderful review! 💜<br>We’re happy you noticed the details like decaf and soy milk — we really try to offer options for everyone here in Flushing. Hope to see you again soon!
I got a Nutella Bowl and a Mocha Hot Coffee. The Açaí Bowl, I felt it was too watery. I had bowls where it was thicker but the flavor was good. It had enough ingredients and the fact they served it in a “coconut” bowl, made it so cutesy. The coffee was also good, not too sweet and was able to enjoy the coffee portion.
Response from the owner
Hi Jenifer, thank you for your feedback!<br>We’re glad you enjoyed the mocha and the presentation of the bowls 😊 We also appreciate your note about the açaí bowl texture — we will definitely review it with our kitchen team. Hope to see you again soon here in Flushing!
after the gym, my boyfriend and i decided to try this new cafe nearby. we got the caprese sandwich, the turkey pesto sandwich, and iced americano (~$30 total). there are lots of seatings, strong wifi, delicious bakery items, selective sandwiches, and a wide selection of drinks. it’s nice that it’s located right near the westin hotel
Response from the owner
Hi Yu Jin, thank you for visiting after the gym! 😄<br>We’re happy you enjoyed the sandwiches, bakery items, and strong Wi-Fi. We always try to be a comfortable place to relax or work here in Flushing. Looking forward to seeing you again soon ☕🐝
I had a wonderful experience at this coffee shop. Everything was incredibly fresh — I ordered an Americano that was rich and flavorful, along with smoked salmon and banana pudding. Every item was absolutely delicious. The environment was clean and inviting, and the staff provided friendly, welcoming service. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for great coffee and fresh, tasty food!
Response from the owner
Thank you so much for the thoughtful review. We’re delighted to know you enjoyed the coffee, food, and overall atmosphere here in Flushing. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to your next visit.
I stopped in today with my family and tried the Strawberry Matcha Freddo from the Spring Bloom menu — absolutely delicious! The flavors were so fresh and perfectly balanced. I also had the chia seed pudding and the banana pudding, both of which were incredible. Everything tasted homemade and thoughtfully prepared. Highly recommend this café for anyone looking for something cozy, creative, and genuinely good!
Response from the owner
Thank you so much, Sarah! We’re so happy you and your family enjoyed the Strawberry Matcha Freddo and our homemade puddings — they’re some of our favorites too! We love creating cozy and creative treats for our guests here in Flushing. Hope to see you all again soon! ☕🐝
Absolutely love Busy Bee Coffee & Wine Bar!<br>This place has the perfect mix of cozy and modern — bright, clean, and full of good vibes. The coffee is strong and smooth, and their pastries and sandwiches are always fresh and delicious. It’s a great spot to relax, meet a friend, or get some work done with reliable Wi-Fi and plenty of seating. The staff are friendly and attentive, and I really appreciate the calm atmosphere even when it’s busy. Whether it’s morning coffee or an evening glass of wine, Busy Bee always hits the spot. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner
Thank you so much, Sean! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the coffee, food, and atmosphere at Busy Bee Coffee & Wine Bar. It means a lot to hear that our cozy, welcoming space and friendly service made a great impression. We truly appreciate your support and can’t wait to welcome you back for another visit in Flushing!
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