The Brooklyn Cafe.

4.5 ( 1215 reviews )
£10–20
The Brooklyn Cafe, 21-23 Minard Rd, Shawlands, Glasgow G41 2HR, United Kingdom
+44 141 632 3427
Located at 21-23 Minard Rd in Glasgow's Shawlands, The Brooklyn Cafe has quickly captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike. This cafe stands out not only for its delicious food but also for its welcoming atmosphere, especially for pet lovers. Reviewers like Lauren McKinnie have praised the exceptional service, particularly from staff member Sid, who goes above and beyond to ensure both humans and their furry companions feel at home. The menu offers a variety of delectable options, including the much-loved New Yorker bagel and the buffalo chicken grilled sandwich, highlighted by Kevin Simmons for their generous portions and rich flavors. Francesca Pannullo notes the cafe's dog-friendly vibe, complete with treats for pets, making it a perfect spot for pet owners. The café's attention to detail shines through, as described by Zi Ye, who appreciated the personalized receipt featuring Sid's profile—a charming touch that reflects The Brooklyn Cafe's commitment to making guests feel special. With its cozy ambience, fantastic coffee, and hearty dishes, The Brooklyn Cafe is quickly becoming a go-to destination for a delightful brunch or lunch. Jennifer Campbell's stellar birthday experience is a testament to the cafe's dedication to quality service and memorable experiences. Overall, a visit to The Brooklyn Cafe is a must for both food lovers and dog owners, creating a community where everyone can find joy in good food and great company.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers delivery
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
    • Good for working on laptop
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves organic dishes
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Brunch reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid street parking
    • Somewhat difficult to find a space

Reviews For The Brooklyn Cafe.

Lauren McKinnie
May 30,2025
Went here for a late lunch today and it was amazing. Our server Sid was absolutely brilliant, taking such good care of us and my wee dog. He made such a fuss of my wee pup and just made the overall service experience that little extra bit amazing. The food was lovely as always. Very dog friendly spot which is ideal. Will always return here ! :)
Zi Ye
May 27,2025
We had a good time here - the food was great and the staffs were really nice! They offered a very cute receipt with Sid’s profile on it - we definitely loved it!
Francesca Pannullo
May 8,2025
Great little find in the south side that is dog friendly! Plenty space, they absolutely love dogs and give them biscuits! Food was so tasty as well and great price. Highly recommend. Second time visiting here - first time only ordered coffee which also was perfect!
Kevin Simmons
Apr 5,2025
Food was delicious, amazing flavours. Especially the New Yorker bagel and buffalo chicken grilled sandwich which had very generous portions! Staff were lovely, especially Sid. Had a laugh, I couldn't recommend any more.
Jennifer Campbell
Mar 22,2025
Had a fabulous experience yesterday! Everything was perfect. Some of the best service in a long time, the staff are all lovely. Portion size & quality great! Coffee was amazing as well. We'll definitely be back, thanks for an amazing birthday brunch experience!
Scott Atkins
Mar 8,2025
Not been in years and so much better than I remember. Food was really fresh, tasted excellent and well presented. Vegan options were brilliant and the doggy menu was great for our pooch. Staff were really friendly and attentive and everything was reasonably priced. Nice coffee and vegan shakes which were great. Looking forward to coming back.
lunazawa
Feb 13,2025
This place is a lovely short stroll from my apartment where we had hot and cold drinks, bagels, sandwiches and soup. The bagels were delicious and filled so generously, the sandwiches were just such a good eat, the soup was perfectly piping hot. We all got fed and watered in no time flat. Shout out to Sid who gave us a few giggles Recommend!
Reiss Adams
Feb 9,2025
Second visit. Service was amazing, really homey feel about the place, everyone was nice and welcoming. Food The food was excellent my partner ordered the poached egg on toast with Black-pudding & Hash-brown, she said it was unreal & she loved the hollandaise sauce. Good to see the place is using a nice black-pudding and not some awful cheap one, it is way too common these days. I ordered a basic french toast with Nutella, again, really lovely taste, french toast with spot on. The hot chocolate was great also. Brooklyn cafe is probably one of the best places for food and service you can get, it is fairly priced, it is cosy, service is excellent, food is excellent. 5/5 highly recommend.

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