Tillie's Of Brooklyn
(718) 783-6140
248 Dekalb Ave
Brooklyn,
NY
11205
40.6894
-73.9694
Neighborhood: Clinton Hill
What People Are Saying About Tillie's Of Brooklyn
The Editor
Erin Behan
Citysearch
In Short
Tillie's has been a neighborhood hangout since 1997, when it converted from an antiques store to a cafe. More than just a coffeehouse (although all the requisite coffee, espresso drinks and teas are vailable), the space has local art on the walls and hosts local bands on the weekends, open mic nights, and even a salon series. Free Wi-Fi draws out the neighborhood freelancers who spend the day nibbling their way through breakfast and lunch items, plus smoothies and desserts.
User Reviews
potoch
December 16, 2008
It's not become a trendy, pretentious Brooklyn coffee venue—Tillie's remains to be a welcoming place for everyone from overworked Pratt students to wise locals who have seen Clinton Hill change over the years. Overall, an open-armed establishment that everyone can call home.
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Anonymous
December 05, 2008
They were one of the first to enter this now hot neighborhood. Great coffee and sandwiches. Cakes are a specialty too. Cool vibe-y crown. Poetry reading and art installations - WiFi too boot
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zachbe
January 25, 2008
Fort Greene is popping with new cafes trying to get in on the scene. Tillie's is the scene. Nothing fancy, just good coffee, tea, and snacks (from meat to vegan) and a great place to read, chat or work. Art on the walls rotates generally among local Pratt-affiliates, open mic nights are friendly affairs when the place would otherwise be dead, and the bulletin board is really used by the community. In a great move, wi-fi is free but plugging in isn't allowed so everyone gets a chance and no one sets up shop all day. If it's crowded, split a table with a stranger. Share the Brooklyn love. Yeah new bike racks on the Vanderbilt side!
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The Extras:
Vegans have their own menu that includes cake, muffins, biscotti, cookies and sandwiches.
Carry Out:
You can call your order in ahead of time for pickup if you're in a hurry.
