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A place · Cafe · Prospect Heights · on 1 of my list

Ciao, Gloria.

Worth it, says Antonina. To that end Ciao, Gloria is definitely one of the best Brooklyn coffee shops.

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my Best coffee shops in Brooklyn
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It's on 1 of my list. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.

Best coffee shops in Brooklyn

No. 4 on that list4 min from the subway
Worth it
  • SubwayC to Clinton-Washington Avs, 4 min
  • Address550 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
  • From my guide, updated September 2026.

The best coffee shops in Brooklyn serve more than just great coffee. They are welcoming, have a comfy. To that end Ciao, Gloria is definitely one of the best Brooklyn coffee shops.

Co-founders Renato Poliafito & Ginger Fisher Baldwin both have had successful careers in bakeries and have brought their talents to Ciao, Gloria. Serving all day breakfast as well as an assortment of baked goods, Ciao, Gloria has quite the variety. You’re sure to find the perfect complement to your coffee.

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Ciao, Gloria

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Worth it, within a ten-minute walk
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