51st Bakery & Cafe

I have been living in LIC for nearly 5 years. I have repeatedly tried to support this business because it is one of the only cute true coffee shops in the area. The food is pretty good, but the service has been atrocious for years. It is always an uncomfortable and unfriendly experience. My husband bought a sandwich next door and I was going to buy a sandwich from 51st and we were planning to sit together. We were very rudely reprimanded before I had a chance to even order and my husband hadnt even opened his food - it could have been groceries! I've been there watching toddlers eat their food from home while their parents enjoy a meal there, or even folks bring in bags of groceries. They could have asked us kindly to sit outside or handled this completely different instead I was directed to call the manager and they were just as rude. Why can't you get it right 51st? It could be such divine little spot and yet me and all my friends have had nothing but uncomfortable experiences at your establishment. Signed last attempt and done.

They will never disappoint you with their signature sandwich! Wonderful breakfast option

Cute very busy place. Sandwiches and pastries all very good (bread for avo toast was a bit too toasted for my liking). They are accommodating. Vegetarian options: Many options

An incredible breakfast spot

I ordered an Italian sandwich, I ordered it myself and tapped the card with my own hands. But they assumed it wasn't for me just because I was with a friend who's a regular. They removed the tomatoes without confirming, making me feel discriminated against, especially as a POC, while my friend, who is Caucasian, didn't face the same issue. I'm a frequent customer too, so it's disappointing. I hope they improve their service and treat everyone fairly by paying attention to customers' orders.

Nice clean place with a great ambience to chat or do work. Ordered the tuna sandwich — woman behind the counter was confused so I switched to tuna salad to make things easier. Tuna salad was dry and flavorless. Asked for dressing and got olive oil. Stick to the sandwiches and pastries.

I used to get coffee everyday, coffee was the best, not anymore. Coffee quality went down, prices went up and new owner changed the vibe. No thanks.