Emma's Torch

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10 Grand Army Plz
Brooklyn, NY 11238

Emma's Torch at Brooklyn Public Library is a unique cafe that offers visitors a delightful experience of coffee, snacks, and sandwiches while supporting a noble cause. Nestled in the lobby of Brooklyn Public Library’s Grand Army Plaza branch, this cafe serves as a favorite spot for locals seeking a cozy breakfast or a quick meal. The menu features freshly brewed coffee, pastries, savory sandwiches, and salads, catering to diverse tastes and preferences.

Not only does Emma's Torch Cafe provide a welcoming ambiance for individuals looking to work or study with complimentary wifi, but it also plays a crucial role in the organization's curriculum. It serves as a practical training ground for students to hone their barista and culinary skills, as well as perfect their customer service etiquette. This hands-on experience prepares them for successful employment within the hospitality industry.

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3.55 reviews
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Michelle C.
5/2/2023

I'm a little surprised by the negative review for this business. Perhaps things are running smoother since, but I will say that the staff are the absolute sweetest and work quickly. I usually come...

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Chezza L.
11/17/2024

A great place to have coffee at the library. It's a little loud to study but definitely worth it if you want to eat.

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Jennifer E.
8/1/2024

Such a perfect addition to the bustling Central Library offering a simple but adequate and yummy menu in just the right spot in the library's lobby. A kind young woman waited on me and was very...

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Cathy H.
7/21/2019

This is the new cafe at Central Library in Grand Army. It used to be run by Four and Twenty Blackbirds but now it has changed over to this. They have breakfast pastries to bagels to sandwiches....

E E.
6/27/2019

This review is for the Emma's Torch that is inside the Brooklyn Public Library at grand Army Plaza. The concept is great (helping refugees) but without good food and service, a concept is not...

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