Maya Congee Cafe - Brooklyn
Maya Congee Cafe
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Tucked into Bed-Stuy, this low-key congee shop doubles as an Asian grocery and boba bar, serving hearty, affordable bowls, sandwiches, and breakfast rice with vegan and vegetarian options. Friendly, quick service and thoughtful touches (oat milk, books, sturdy to-go packaging) make it ideal for takeout or picnics in nearby Herbert von King Park. Highlights include flavorful ginger chicken soup and boba; quality can be inconsistent and seating is limited, but it remains a beloved neighborhood comfort spot.
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This is a fantastic spot to pick up hot congee and drinks for a picnic in Herbert von King Park. They also offer an excellent variety of cooking supplies, ramen, spices, tea, and Chinese sauces. The boba tea is a definite highlight! You can choose from both hot and cold drinks, as well as rice bowls, including breakfast options. They have choices for vegans, vegetarians, and meat lovers alike.
Fantastic congee and banh mi, along with an excellent selection of quality Australian chai! They also kindly stored my water bottle for two weeks after I accidentally left it there, and I was so pleased to find it when I returned yesterday. What a thoughtful gesture!
I don't usually write reviews, but I've noticed that the food quality at the Gates Ave location has been highly inconsistent over the past few months. There are days when the congee is cooked perfectly, with just the right flavor and texture, but more often than not, it's watery and bland (I even took a COVID test to make sure!). Ordering from here feels like a gamble—sometimes you get great food, other times you don’t get good service. This place has the potential to be amazing, so I really hope things improve soon.
This place is phenomenal! Comforting food that's delicious and easy on the tummy (just what I needed), run by really nice people. I can't wait to go back for more.
This might be my favorite lowkey spot in the neighborhood. I’ve always walked past but never had the time to come in. I’ve only eaten congee that my friend has made, so I was skeptical to try another! But I was not disappointed! It was truly deliciously and hearty! I’ve been craving a nice home cooked meal and this is exactly what this felt like. I will be back!
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