Espresso 77

One of my coworkers had given me a $10 gift card for Christmas and I finally had the opportunity to use it.
I ordered a caramel frappe and a brownie.
The caramel frappe was so watered down that it tasted like crushed iced with a splash of caramel. The brownie was good but I feel like they could have at least warmed it up.
I would expect their drinks to all be good since the word espresso is in their name.
Not sure if I would return.

I've passed by this little cafe for years now, finally had an opportunity to walk in while meeting up with an old friend! The cafe is a block right off Roosevelt Ave, and nestled into the more residential portion of Jackson Heights. The environment is quiet with everyone's conversations at a low or with their heads buried in their books or laptops. It's a very calm atmosphere. The service was quick and lovely too. I got the chai latte and chicken pesto panini... or should I say two because I ended up splitting the second panini with my friend over how good it was! The chai latte was okay, not particularly anything ground breaking, but I would definitely highly recommend the panini!
That being said, I genuinely am surprised at the harsh ratings for this place on Yelp! I was not expecting it from the lovely afternoon I had here! Thank you so much!

Cider. Coffee. Cookies. Panini. Many great options for a snack or meal. It's a pleasant vibe. There's art work on the walls! It is quite attractive for a date or a small group hangout. There's a communal wooden table where you can chill and work on your computer at certain hours.

Note: there is a minimum fee to use credit card. It is $7. Bring cash if you just want a coffee or beverage.

When wandering Jackson Heights, you need a nice cafe to relax before exploring your next food destination!! This is my go-to cafe because:

1. Who doesn't want hot apple cider in the winter?!

2. All the art is made by local artists which you can purchase!!

What a great place to support the community and get latte. My only qualm is that they run out of seats quickly so be prepared to share a table!

All in all, definitely coming back again!

This place is charming and still a cozy place to get breakfast or a light lunch. I had the Turkey guacamole sandwich without cheese. The salad was light could have been bigger. Nonetheless, a great place to study and catch up with friends and love ones. The service is fast and friendly.
Note: don't bring your laptop on Saturday
M-F only laptop deal

Espresso 77 is our go-to place for coffee and pastries. I personally don't order any food on the menu any more. I mean it was okay, just not something to rave about. Their pastries on the other hand are always GREAT, as long as you get there early and catch the fresh ones. Chocolate croissants, almond croissants, muffins, ... they are always so good.

Loved getting oat latte here as well with a nice latte art + the staff (Hi Pearl & Sylvia!) is always friendly to us -- always nice seeing them there in the morning with a smile on their faces and greeting us and everybody.

For some reason, the bananas they sell there are always just right lol Like I would abandon the ones at home and grab one there instead!

Been here a few times and I only had their lattes to go cause of the pandemic. They tasted pretty great and Their honey bee latte was my favorite. Today was my first time finally dining in because I just really enjoy my espresso drinks more when I sit down and have it. Maybe it's a visual thing but I'm a firm believer that you eat with your eyes first.

So I came here with the intention to do some work on my laptop but they have this weird policy where you can't use your laptop cause it was a weekend day. I know some cafes do that and I'm not exactly sure what the reason is. They did say however that since it wasn't too busy that I could use it on the big shared table. Appreciated it but I needed an outlet since my laptop was dead so I just decided to have my drink and leave, which was unfortunate.

Aside from that slight inconvenience, I enjoyed the rest of my experience. I ordered the coconut kiss, which is an espresso with half n half and coconut but in the size of a cortado. I was really craving a quality espresso drink and this satisfied it, which I was surprised cause I didn't expect this in my neighborhood. It was silky smooth (which was the type of drink I was really craving at the moment) with great tasting espresso and coconut working together. Coconut and espresso just work so well together.

I'm definitely coming back. Probably not to do work on the weekends which was unfortunate cause I was hoping this could be a new addition to my list of study spots close to me. I'll try to see how it is on the weekdays I don't really like to be rushed when I'm studying at a cafe so let's see. But maybe to just enjoy a drink and chill or catch up with a friend. I consider this one of the best espresso in my neighborhood, but then again the options are limited. I'm glad this is here

I remember when this place first opened and was a tiny, cute cafe. Good for them expanding prior to the pandemic and for staying open. I really wanted to start coming here, but its an unwelcoming space that has lost its cute cafe vibe.

Cons:
-customer service is nonexistent and awkward (smile anyone?)
-laptop restrictions are unwelcoming (isn't this a cafe for the neighborhood?)
-overpriced cafe food

Pros:
-espresso is decent
-nice outdoor space if you don't mind the weird restrictions

Love is cafe! I alive yo sitting there with my friend is so comfortable And The food is so good ! restaurant is very nice&clean!

A cute little spot with great coffee. I've also been there for some of their live music events, and the music was always great.

Now as for some of the other reviews and where folks are complaining about the laptop policy (the best one, 'complaining' because they can't use their laptop while LIVE MUSICIANS are performing and sharing their musical/vocal skills with the customers)... last I heard, this was a coffeeshop/cafe, Not a library. Not an office. Not a WeWork.

If you need to work on your laptop, there are countless other place to do that. Say....at your company's actual Office Space? Or at one of the many libraries throughout the city? At one of the countless other coffeeshops that Do allow laptops? At your own private home, where you are the 'rule-maker'?

Sheesh. Talk about selfish. Some people here, complaining because a place of business dares to have rules? Do you also complain because they require a shirt and shoes inside their place of business?

Whatever happened to people simply reading a book, having a conversation with a friend, or simply contemplating life while enjoying a good cuppa? But No.... some think they should have the right to hog up entire tables, for hours, staring at their glowing devices, and then pretending to be totally unaware when they see others around them looking for an actual table to sit and enjoy their coffee.