De Luxe

Great coffee shop experience stopped in got a tasty fresh deli style sandwich meat with real mozzarella slices and arugula with viniger oiled peppers it was delicious definitely gonna try to make that in the kitchen when I head back to San Diego. (Probably won’t find that meat in a westcoast deli shop).
Also had the homebrewed coffee that was bold how I love it and very strong for the long mornings with the lil gremlin on my hands

There is no shortage of nearby coffee places, but De Luxe is at the top of my list.
Great coffee, very nice people behind the counter, and excellent scones (try the one with rosemary — it’s really amazing).

Ordered 2 coffees to go, ended up with warm coffee. After adding a touch of half & half, it became lukewarm and undrinkable. Ended up trading in for a freshly brewed pot and the difference was far and beyond.
However, even with it being piping hot, I didn’t much enjoy the coffee. I added a bit of milk the second time around to get a better taste for the beans, but it was lacking. I am super sad to say that the Starbucks close to my apartment beat out De Luxe in both taste and aroma.

I love this place. I’ve never really had a regular coffee shop, but I was fortunate enough to move in right around the corner from this place. I was skeptical at first since there’s a grumpy’s down the street and I knew their quality but i eventually started coming here over there. I’ll only go to grumpy’s (or others in the area) only if De Luxe is closed (mondays or if they are on vacation, which is rare.)
Even my sister that was visiting from Seattle who lives right down the street from a really good coffee shop there said this was the «best skim latte» she’s ever had. I had actually never heard her rave about something like she did with this skim latte.
Ya the place is small, but so what? it adds to the vibe of the place. Certain times of the day they have their rush so it might be tough to get a seat and sit (weekends, mid to late morning, typically). If you go at the right time, then it usually isn’t a problem.
No wifi? Meh. Sometimes it’s great to be at a place where you’re forced to disconnect (well, at least from your laptop, b/​c you most likely have your phone, right?)
I drink mainly espresso and Andy puts a lot of attention into his craft of making a single shot (technically double per shot). He’s always switching up the blends, but they always taste great.
Tina (she’s the one with the beard) does a bang up job with the food. The egg sammy is done with a hard boiled egg (which I thought was crazy) but tastes amazing. The soppressata is mind=blowing as well. Hell, they even have a sandoozle with some sort of truffle oil on it (fig and ricotta) that’s definitely worth a try. Ya the bread is a little hard, but I think that’s kind of the norm for baguettes in the states (at least for me in recent memory), but it’s still tasty. I forgot, the hummus adam sandler is actually on whole wheat and some of best homemade hummus i’ve had.
For people complaining about the iced coffee — it is definitely cold-​brewed and is waaaaaaay better than any crap star*ucks could make. If you’re comparing this place to there, then you really just don’t care much about what you’re actually drinking.

First time stopping on my commute to work and I must say. It will not be the last. unfortunately there aren’t any flavors but the barista made me a mocha latte with some dark chocolate which was def a great alternative. With my special touch of cinnamon …
This might be my new fav spot! #day2!

Sorry high reviewers, but I’m not impressed. I had a Cortado but it tasted like a cap, too much milk. Hard to taste the coffee. (No I don’t need dark roast to taste coffee. If I go back I’ll ask for a skinny so the milk will fade a bit.)
I love when a coffee place has water available right at the counter. But it was undrinkable. If that’s the same water they use in their coffee, do not expect a pleasant flavor. So maybe it was a good thing the milk drowned out the coffee taste.
My wife had an iced coffee which she had to return it was so bad. They must have used the aforementioned water.
The hummus sandwich was fine but nothing special.
On a positive note, the service was quite good.
There’s very limited seating which doesn’t bother me. However, do not sit at the counter near the door when the AC is running because it will drip on you.

Cute place to grab a bite and some coffee. Seating is minimal so beware.
I had a delicious cappuccino and the ricotta, fig, and truffle honey sandwich. It sounds like a weird combination but it really was one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had. Light, creamy, and sweet all at the same time.
I wish I lived closer!

I rode my bike 3 miles to get to this coffee shop and they did not disappoint. The staff was super friendly and helpful. There was tons of yummy treats available. I picked a cookie with all kinds of spices like cardamon and cayenne. It was quiet tasty but definitely on the crunchy side. The latte was sublime! I was so happy to find some java!
I loved this place so much that I even bought myself a coffee koozie.
It’s a must if you are in the South Slope area!

Excellent strong coffee and warm friendly customer service, what more could you ask for? On top of making a great brew, this spot also has some killer pastries (the ginger molasses has a hint of salt which offsets the spice so perfectly!). I love their logo design and the small and quaint space. Sure it’s not a spot you can camp out at for hours, but for a quick cuppa, it’s perfection.

Really small café so there’s limited seating available (for about 8 – 10 people).
I ordered a decaf soy latte because I didn’t want to be up the entire night and a flourless chocolate cookie the size of my face– the only gluten free item they had that day. My boyfriend had an espresso and an egg sandwich which he really enjoyed (expensive though– $ 7.50 for a small portion? Welcome to Park Slope, E!).
While the coffee was really good– I think the reason people come back here often is the service. The baristas were really nice and accommodating and they had a good rapport with the customers. One customer, who I assume was a regular, came in with his daughter and the guy behind the counter greeted him and took time to talk to the little girl. You don’t see that often nowadays.
4.5 stars

Reading reviews and everyone giving it 5 stars… visiting from another state and traveled on the train forever to get to this place. I was really expecting a lot.
Pros: Very friendly staff, like the vibe in the place, cool décor and music like the whole cute designs on top of the latte.
Cons: The coffee, chai and the latte was alright… The italian tuna was okay, wasn’t worth 9 or 12 dollars i payed for it. the bread was pretty hard felt like i was going to chip my tooth. No bathroom, pretty tiny 7 – 9 seats?

De Luxe is such a tiny lovely place run by an amazing couple. So nice and welcoming!!!
They make very good coffee and the cappuccino is simply perfect.
Very good choice of pastry and fabulous panini!!!
I like how the place is simple but yet very cozy and I love the music they play.
Definitely thumbs up a for Andy & Tina!!!

Chronicles of a Cranky, Young (ish) Man: Chapter 333
I awoke at six on a listless Saturday morning, cranky. There was the slight pang of a hangover, insignificant in strength, however, to suggest an undeniably fantastic time was had the night prior. And like that, another Friday night had been left to waste.
An ominous, grey fog settled over the South Slope, or perhaps it was a gaggle of ghosts careening down 7^th Avenue from Green-​Wood Cemetery on an early morning recruiting mission. A quick check of the forecast called for rain, but not until four in the afternoon. TV options proved mindless and mundane.
A painfully uneventful few hours came and went, until the wife emerged from her healthy, heavenly, uninterrupted slumber. She immediately beckoned for breakfast and coffee. Homemade fare wouldn’t do, so I was forced to get dressed and prepare myself for the outside world.
On my walk, I noticed a few, chiseled cracks of blue between clouds, yet still, dogs passed me with their tails down, each one struggling to slow their master’s pace, and cowering like frightened, big-​eyed cattle. I carried on, picking us up both everything bagels with bacon, egg, and cheese at my first stop. Then, it was off to De Luxe to grab lattes.
I walked into the coffee shop, questioning why it is I come here over the other, countless cafes in Park Slope, as I am prone to do most anywhere I sense an uncomfortable tinge of loyalty. There’s the service, so offensively neighborly it just reinforces how much crankier of a person I am than everyone else. Why can’t they just be snobs like at the other joints in the area, so that I can despise these De Luxers justifiably? The décor, with its diamond-​and-​mug neon light logo and ‘50s-​pin-​up-​in-​housewife-​disguise drawings against trendy Victorian wallpaper, just makes me feel very inadequate artistically. And the coffee, well, it makes me wish my machine at home could’ve been replaced by something way more practical on the wedding registry. Like a stand mixer. Or a fondue set.
With both lattes secure in their tray, I headed out the door. Not two steps into my return trip did the heavens unleash a furious amount of rain unto the neighborhood. Buckets of it, in near-​Biblical proportions. I ducked back inside De Luxe before my brown bag of breakfast bagels got soaked or my take-​away coffee cups were punted out of their tray by these mutant raindrops. Taking a seat, I then checked my phone to be certain — ten o’clock, nowhere near four. Dogs 1, Meteorologists 0.
Without an umbrella in tow, and with the storm outside showing no signs of slowing down, I texted the wife to tell her it might be a while. I asked the baristas if I could eat my purchased-​elsewhere breakfast in the meantime, and of course, even with food items of their own available, they had no issue with it whatsoever, the friendly bastards. I scarfed down the bagel only to realize this wouldn’t make the weather subside any sooner. And as impatient as I am cranky, I had no choice but to take my time with my latte, resisting the urge to take down my morning coffee like the caffeine-​guzzling animal I typically am. I remained calm. I weathered the storm. I felt oddly European during it all. Like, in a flattering way.
The punishing rain had turned De Luxe — its staff, the handful of regulars, and myself — into some sort of shelter group for the morning. And just before unbridled camaraderie took over to the point where we might’ve banded together to belt out Irish pub tunes, my wife showed up to save me, with a massive golf umbrella hovering above her dry head of hair like a halo.
We walked home, huddled together under that giant canopy, but not before bidding farewell to my local café of choice, appreciative of their hospitality and their tremendously tasty lattes.
With the holiday season just around the corner, I got to thinking what is it I’m thankful for. Of course, there’s the woman I married, who here rescued me from certain #firstworldproblems disaster. And then there are places like De Luxe, local businesses with fine products and a bit of charm, that can convince a cranky, young (ish) man that there’s a silver lining in that dark and stormy morning somewhere.

Very cute, cozy coffee place! Unfortunately, I was too caffeinated by the time I came here, so I didn’t have the coffee. My colleague had an iced coffee though– we were out in the Slope in a late afternoon on Friday; so it wasn’t busy. There is a small space at the bar and very few tables. and two outdoor chairs. Place is pretty small though, but the décor is cute — kind of red and kind of Victorian.
The people working at the counter– seemingly only 2 people. They’re very nice and friendly :)
I had the Iced honey lemon ginger, which as the counter guy said «a spicy lemonade». Very good– very gingery. More ginger, than lemon, then honey (was the least prominent — good because honey sucks).
I think prices are «gourmet’ coffee prices–

My first experience was awesome, and I can’t wait to go back. A newly discovered spot to get my caffeine fix in the mornings before work. I’m excited to try their chai, which sounds amazing according to fellow Unilocalers. I tried one of their sandwiches (the egg), and it was great. I love their demi baguette, and I can tell they use fresh ingredients. It’s a tiny thin sandwich, but it sufficed for me.
Service was awesome. If I’m going to be a regular here, then I’d better introduce myself to the owners next time. A tiny place with solid, local, friendly service. Plus, they have the stamp cards! Another great incentive to keep going back to De Luxe.

One word to summarize De Luxe? That word would be «small». It’s not the tiniest coffee shop I’ve seen, but it’s certainly up there (or would it be down there?). The menu is also small, and I mean that in two ways. First, there are not that many items on it (though it hits the major ones you expect). Second it is physically small, just two pieces of paper hanging on the side wall.
But, the people were nice (and hipster-​looking, which is important in any indy coffee shop) and they made me an excellent iced latte. Oh, and they have simple syrup out with the other sweeteners. IMHO all coffee shops (assuming they serve cold beverages) should have simple syrup out for customer use. I’m looking at you, Starbucks. OK, so you call it «Classic» and keep it behind the bar, but I want to sweeten MY OWN DRINK!
End of rant/​tangent (rangent?). Anyway, the latte was very good on its own and didn’t really need sugar, but I had a hankering for something sweet, and a splash of simple syrup did just the trick. Thanks, De Luxe, for giving me that option.
Note: they have sandwiches, but I had just eaten lunch so I didn’t even look at that half of the menu.

Sauntering in on a humid day, I peered across the street from a metal rack of used clothes that a young lady was selling on 7^th Avenue, and I saw this delightful café with it’s beautiful script font on its glassy windows. Next, I proceeded to wander in expecting a huge place with cushiony chairs, yet the place is more cozier than I envisioned. There were four small plastic chairs lining to face the outside window – great for people watching if you are into that. There are about 4 or 5 tables inside that are great for dates or couples or a tiny group.
When the clock struck 2:15 pm, I found that the entire coffee place was packed with people. The demographic are basically college students working diligently on assignments, parents with little ones, and random individuals who would like only one thing to go. There were three people there to greet me at the counter as I came in on a early Sunday morning around noon.
I think anyone who arrives here would agree that all the baristas here are friendly, humorous, and laid back. I also observed them closely. They speak to people like they have known them for years. I ordered the off the menu affogato (two shot espresso with a scoop of vanilla ice cream) after the sandwich board sign. I saw the other options for beverages including chai, iced coffee, latte, cortado, etc. I also saw that the people who work here were constantly cleaning up after those who left and making sure the place was tidy. I believe the 5 stars are due to the fact that I would not mind coming again. How charming and quaint is this shop?
**I would take off half a star because they do not have a bathroom, but I decided not to round down to four stars, because it is really an amazing experience. Just good vibes.

A Funky fresh addition to south slope’s plethora of caffiene addicted meccas. I enjoy coming here when I can (the hours suck for me 8−6…doesn’t work for a hospital employee). Their espresso drinks are smooth like butta and provide the awakening necessary for productivity.
The store itself is a little Brooklyn style space of reds and earthy tones and inviting. They sell a small selection of Balthazar baked goods which are dangerously full calorie.

So I live in Manhattan and was with a group of friends exploring Park Slope and I said that we had to do to my main place De Luxe.
Well we ordered 6 Cortados’s from the Barista and each one was excellent. Their drinks are made to the finest quality. I applaud you sir for making my coffee experience so enjoyable!

Do you know how hard it is to get a chuckle out of a domestic violence joke … on Christmas Eve morning?
Picture it. I stumble into this place early, hungover and barely conscience, having been awake for only 12.8 minutes. I’m greeted with a hearty hello by the chap behind the counter — a genuine one. Smiles are shared.
My partner — already a fan of this place — had stayed at home and had given me his De Luxe card (the kind that gets stamped for every coffee, etc). I order two large coffees and nearly forget to give the card for stamping. When I do remember, I say to the completely happy tattoo’ed gent before me, «Phew. My partner would’ve punched me in the face if I forgot to give this to you.» Why did I say that? He’s never punched me before. What had come over me? Did the stress of the holiday season finally get the best of me and my «what’s appropriate in public» logic?
I blame (if that’s the word) the completely charming, cozy and happy atmosphere that De Luxe has created for itself. I felt «welcome» enough to say anything. I have to tell you, that sensation doesn’t happen too often on 7^th Ave.
Anyway, I immediately began backtracking on what I said, and both peeps (tattoo’ed gent and the lovely lass behind him) began to laugh. We chatted a little bit longer — they remembered my partner! — and I quickly thought to myself, «self, you love this place right now.» I’ve been back again and the service was no fluke. Still stellar.
Long story short: The coffee is fantastic and the service is even better. I truly hope it lasts forever, if for no other reason, to show our little ‘hood the joys and benefits of being happy while you work and giving exemplary customer service.
Check it out and ask for a De Luxe «coffee card» — trust me, you’ll be back.