Cha chaan teng (Hong Kong-style cafe)4.1· 611 reviews

Like Cafe

Brooklyn, New York

Discover authentic Hong Kong flavors at Like Cafe Cha chaan teng in Brooklyn, NY. Enjoy generous portions of cheong fun, fishballs, soup dumplings, shark fin soup, lemon ice, and classic french toast. Quick service and great wait times make it the perfect spot for delicious, satisfying meals. Call +1 718-975-2188 to order!

Guest rating
4.1/ 5
Reviews
611
Category
Cha chaan teng (Hong Kong-style cafe)
City
Brooklyn
Usual hours
11 AM-8:30 PM

About Like Cafe

Like Cafe serves Hong Kong-inspired plates in Brooklyn on 18th Ave. I see a laid-back space with color on the walls and photos that give the room its feel. Regulars come for fast Hong Kong-style meals, fair prices, and dishes that lean into comfort.

The menu covers breakfast, casual lunch, and family meals. I hear praise for cheung fun, fishballs, soup dumplings, French toast, and Singaporean noodles. Many guests return for the same simple mix of flavor, speed, and generous portions.

Like Cafe sits at 6205 18th Ave in Brooklyn and brings Hong Kong-style comfort to the block. I find a casual room with bright energy and wall photos that shape the mood. The place feels local, easy, and built for people who want a meal without fuss.

The food gets strong praise for its Hong Kong flavor and its range of dishes. Guests call out Singaporean noodles, street-style cheung fun with curry fish balls, brown sauce beef fun, beef tomato, crab fried rice, and French toast. Some reviews also mention soup dumplings, fishballs, and shark fin soup, which points to a menu with both familiar staples and richer plates.

Service earns kind words too. People mention fast service, quick food timing, and staff who make the visit feel smooth. One review says the food comes out quickly, and another says the service feels very good now. That kind of rhythm fits a spot that works well for a meal on a busy day.

In the neighborhood, Like Cafe reads as a solid go-to for Hong Kong cuisine. Guests describe it as simple and no-frills, yet they keep coming back for the taste and the value. I notice a loyal crowd in the reviews, the kind that brings friends and gets repeat wins from the menu. The cheer here feels local, and the shared-table energy gives it a friendly, community feel.

What guests say about Like Cafe

Guests often praise

  • Hong Kong-style dishes that taste authentic, with strong praise for the overall food.
  • Singaporean noodles, which one guest calls a clear favorite.
  • French toast, cheung fun with curry fish balls, and brown sauce beef fun, which stand out in group orders.
  • Fast service and quick food timing, which keep meals moving.
  • Generous portions that make the value feel strong.
  • The wall photos and decorations, which add charm to the room.

Worth knowing

  • The Hong Kong soy sauce noodles, which one reviewer says are just okay.
  • The chicken and shrimp pearl noodles, which another guest found a bit bland.

Best for

  • Fans of Hong Kong comfort food, and the menu’s cheung fun, noodles, fishballs, and dumplings suit that taste.
  • Lunch or breakfast diners, and the fast service fits an easy meal on a busy schedule.
  • Families and groups, and the generous portions and shared dishes work well for a table that wants variety.
  • Value-minded regulars, and the reasonable prices and solid portions make the visit feel worthwhile.

Visitor experience

Guests speak with real warmth about the food. Many call it authentic, delicious, and full of Hong Kong flavor. Some say they have come for years and never had a bad dish, which says a lot for a neighborhood spot. That kind of loyalty often comes from a menu that delivers the same comfort again and again.

The service also gets steady praise. People mention quick food, fast service, and staff who leave a good impression. One review says the service is very good now, which suggests the experience has kept moving in the right direction. I hear a place that handles regular traffic with care and speed.

The dining room gets noticed for its clean feel and its wall decorations. Guests like the photos and the simple setup, which gives the cafe a relaxed mood without any extra flash. It feels casual, but it still has personality. That balance suits a cha chaan teng, where the food stays front and center.

Value matters here too. Reviews mention reasonable prices and generous portions, and that combo keeps people coming back. The food does not read as fancy, yet it leaves a strong mark on the table. That makes the whole visit feel practical, local, and worth repeating with your crew.

Across the reviews, I see a spot that earns trust through consistency. Small critiques appear, but they sit beside many strong meals and repeat visits. The overall experience sounds easy, filling, and rooted in neighborhood habit. It has that nice community feel where one good bowl leads to another shared recommendation.

Top picks at Like Cafe

The drinks and bites guests photograph and come back for.

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  • Hong Kong Milk Tea 冰镇奶茶

    Hong Kong Milk Tea 冰镇奶茶

  • 海南雞飯 Boneless Hainan Chicken Rice

    海南雞飯 Boneless Hainan Chicken Rice

  • Fumous Little Bowl Fin Soup

    Fumous Little Bowl Fin Soup

  • Rich and Young Fried Rice

    Rich and Young Fried Rice

  • Spam and Egg Sandwich

    Spam and Egg Sandwich

  • 雪糕西多士 ice cream toast

    雪糕西多士 ice cream toast

  • 沙嗲牛丁 satay beef ramen

    沙嗲牛丁 satay beef ramen

  • 番茄牛通粉 tomato beef mac

    番茄牛通粉 tomato beef mac

Access and amenities at Like Cafe

What Like Cafe lists on its Google profile.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Assistive hearing loop
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park

Opening hours

When Like Cafe is open during the week.

Opening hours
Monday11 AM-8:30 PM
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday11 AM-8:30 PM
Thursday11 AM-8:30 PM
Friday11 AM-8:30 PM
Saturday11 AM-8:30 PM
Sunday11 AM-8:30 PM
Call for information+1 718-975-2188
ContactWhatsApp

Hours can change on holidays. Call ahead to be sure.

Visit guide

Like Cafe opens at 11 AM from Monday through Sunday, with Tuesday closed. That makes lunch, late brunch, and dinner the main windows here. If you want a calmer visit, I would aim for the early part of the day or tack on a late meal before closing. The place also suits a quick stop when you want Hong Kong-style food without a long sit-down plan.

Reviews point to fast service, and that helps when the room gets busy. Guests mention food coming out quickly, so the pace feels useful for a lunch break or a family meal. I do not see talk of long lingering as the main draw, so the spot reads more like a place for a focused meal than a long stay. If you like a simple flow and clear ordering, this style fits.

For a first visit, I would start with the dishes that get repeated praise in the reviews. French toast, Singaporean noodles, street-style cheung fun with curry fish balls, and brown sauce beef fun all come up often. If you want a fuller spread, add fishballs, soup dumplings, or crab fried rice to round out the table. That gives you a good read on the kitchen’s range.

The space has wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, toilet, and car park access, plus an assistive hearing loop. That makes the visit more welcoming for many guests. The room is laid-back and colorful, with wall photos that give it character. I like that mix of access and personality, since it lets more people join the same table story.

For work or a long stay, the brief does not promise Wi-Fi or outlets, so I would plan for a meal-first visit. The reviews also point more to quick service than a work lounge setup. If your goal is a clean, easy meal with family or friends, the spot fits well. If your goal is to settle in for hours, this may not be the best match.

How to get there

Address

6205 18th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11204, United States

Photos of Like Cafe

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Reviews of Like Cafe

What recent visitors say, and how the ratings add up.

4.1/ 5

Based on 611 reviews

Rating distribution

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  • mcLa t.2026-09-16

    so much goodies

  • madison g.2026-09-12

    The food is delicious. It is authentic. The service is good. I like the decorations on the wall.

  • Lily D.2026-08-26

    O M G . So good. I love the Singaporean noodles.

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  • Ricky C.2026-08-12

    Food and Service is Very Good now

  • Angie M.2026-07-29

    Fast food Hong Kong Style! Reasonable price! Food was excellent! Great staff!

  • Mary2026-07-28

    The place was clean. Service was fast, and all of our food came out quickly.<br><br>Our group's favorites were the French toast, Triple Ramen, street-style cheung fun with curry fish balls, and the brown sauce beef fun. The Hong Kong soy sauce noodles were just okay, and the chicken & shrimp pearl noodles were a bit bland and could've used more flavor.<br><br>Overall, I'd...

  • Yu N.2026-07-27

    Best Hong Kong cuisine. Been eatting here for years and haven't had a bad dish. I tried most of everything on the menu and I have too many favorites. Whoever I brought to this place, they were all impressed.

  • Jocharm2026-07-15

    Solid Hong Kong-style cafe in the neighborhood. The beef tomato was really good and the crab fried rice hit the spot. Portions are generous and prices are reasonable.

  • Mary2026-07-28

    The place was clean. Service was fast, and all of our food came out quickly. Our group's favorites were the French toast, Triple Ramen, street-style cheung fun with curry fish balls, and the brown sauce beef fun. The Hong Kong soy sauce noodles were just okay, and the chicken & shrimp pearl noodles were a bit bland and could've used more flavor. Overall, I'd definitely...

How Like Cafe scores

Scored out of 10 from what reviewers say. Topics they do not mention are left out.

  • Food and pastries8.5/10
  • Service8.5/10
  • Atmosphere7.5/10
  • Value for money8/10

Frequently asked questions

What kind of food does Like Cafe serve?

Like Cafe serves Hong Kong-inspired plates in a cha chaan teng style. The menu also fits breakfast, Cantonese, and Asian dining. It feels like a good stop for a family meal or a quick takeout run.

What dishes do guests talk about most at Like Cafe?

Guests mention cheong fun, fishballs, soup dumplings, shark fin soup, French toast, and Singaporean noodles. The lemon ice also gets praise. Portions come up in reviews too, with many diners calling them generous.

Is Like Cafe a good place for takeout?

Yes. Like Cafe works well as a Chinese takeaway and a Hong Kong style fast food stop. The setup suits a fast meal, and reviews point to good food and solid service.

Is Like Cafe accessible for wheelchair users?

Yes. Like Cafe lists wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, toilet, and car park access. It also includes an assistive hearing loop, which helps more guests enjoy the space with ease.

What is the atmosphere like at Like Cafe?

Like Cafe has a laid-back feel with colorful decor and photos on the walls. The setting gives it a warm family restaurant vibe. It feels like a spot where the table talk matters just as much as the meal.