10. Milk & Roses, 1110 Manhattan Avenue, Greenpoint
We resisted putting another Greenpoint coffee shop on this list, but Milk & Roses has such a lovely atmosphere we had to include it. When you cross the threshold, it feels like you might be entering someone’s private library. The walls are full of hardbound books, a piano sits on the side of the room and inviting couches and tables and chairs are positioned throughout. There’s a charming garden in the back. In the evening, Milk & Roses serves wine and delicious Italian food (the owners are Italian). They often host poetry readings and other events.
