Pilar Cuban Eatery

There’s two parts: Pilar Cuban Bakery and Pilar Cuban Eater (restaurant). There’s a bakery that is made for to-go food but there are some indoor seating as well, and then there’s a restaurant that is next door (there’s a different door to enter the restaurant). The bakery looked cute and I would definitely come back for a quick meal/snack. The outdoor seating seems to be made for both the bakery and the restaurant.

Really good food. The mojitos were great too. I had the vaca frita and it was very tasty and the plantains were some of the best I ever had. Only gripe was it was a bit pricey for portions. Would definitely visit again if I am in the area. The smell inside of the restaurant took me back to the Caribbean. They definitely nailed the vibe.

...wow!! So so happy this is now a thing. If you know anything about Pilar the restaurant (on corner) you know how delicious their food and drinks are!! Sometimes I've wanted an empanada on the go....and now my wish has come true! Empanadas galore, coffee and the like, guava pastries and more. And MUCH LOVE to Chris for providing excellent service today!!! Good service is hard to get these days, so I cherish ya Chris!!

Everything here is so good! From the ham croquettes to the Cuban sandwich to the rice & beans - everything is crazy insanely yummy good.

I come to New York pretty frequently and I'm always trying to find the best go-to coffee spot/place to eat when I'm in town. After plenty of misses, I've finally found a hit! Pilar Cuban Bakery is my favorite place in NYC (not just Brooklyn)! I was treated so warmly and with more kindness than I have ever experienced, by both the staff and the customers! I felt at home as soon as I walked in. The young woman who helped me the past two days was very kind and patient with questions about the coffee and food and offered suggestions about what she thought I might like -- which is something I'm not very used to. Her passion and excitement for being there was refreshing to see, and made me excited to be there too! I will definitely be coming back every time I'm in town! And I've already spread the word about Pilar to friends and family! Thanks for such a great experience, coffee, and food!

such high quality pastries—the maduro (sweet plantain) egg & cheese is a MUST try! pro tip: have the hot sauce if you’re into spicy, simply delicious and oh so balanced with tangy flavor. Chris and Kris are both fantastic and super accommodating. one of my new neighborhood favorites. will be here on the regular 😍

The only reason i'm writing this review is to say i'm DEVASTATED that the Pilar restaurant is permanently closed. It was one of my favorites in the entire city! I'll make an effort to go to the bakery more frequently to support you because your food and coffee are so good!!!

I really like this place. The staff is divine. Great manner. The sandwiches are delicious. The only three stars is because whenever here, early in the day, middle of the day, afternoon, whenever in the day, they are understaffed and the wonderful staff is overwhelmed/ stressed. One day an alarm was repeatedly going off - as in a low battery for a smoke alarm. I went in twice - early and after lunch. Alarm still beeping. No one to attend to things. If chaos is what you’re after then this works!

There’s two parts: Pilar Cuban Bakery and Pilar Cuban Eater (restaurant). There’s a bakery that is made for to-go food but there are some indoor seating as well, and then there’s a restaurant that is next door (there’s a different door to enter the restaurant). The bakery looked cute and I would definitely come back for a quick meal/snack. The outdoor seating seems to be made for both the bakery and the restaurant.

Really good food. The mojitos were great too. I had the vaca frita and it was very tasty and the plantains were some of the best I ever had. Only gripe was it was a bit pricey for portions. Would definitely visit again if I am in the area. The smell inside of the restaurant took me back to the Caribbean. They definitely nailed the vibe.

...wow!! So so happy this is now a thing. If you know anything about Pilar the restaurant (on corner) you know how delicious their food and drinks are!! Sometimes I've wanted an empanada on the go....and now my wish has come true! Empanadas galore, coffee and the like, guava pastries and more. And MUCH LOVE to Chris for providing excellent service today!!! Good service is hard to get these days, so I cherish ya Chris!!

Everything here is so good! From the ham croquettes to the Cuban sandwich to the rice & beans - everything is crazy insanely yummy good.

I come to New York pretty frequently and I'm always trying to find the best go-to coffee spot/place to eat when I'm in town. After plenty of misses, I've finally found a hit! Pilar Cuban Bakery is my favorite place in NYC (not just Brooklyn)! I was treated so warmly and with more kindness than I have ever experienced, by both the staff and the customers! I felt at home as soon as I walked in. The young woman who helped me the past two days was very kind and patient with questions about the coffee and food and offered suggestions about what she thought I might like -- which is something I'm not very used to. Her passion and excitement for being there was refreshing to see, and made me excited to be there too! I will definitely be coming back every time I'm in town! And I've already spread the word about Pilar to friends and family! Thanks for such a great experience, coffee, and food!

such high quality pastries—the maduro (sweet plantain) egg & cheese is a MUST try! pro tip: have the hot sauce if you’re into spicy, simply delicious and oh so balanced with tangy flavor. Chris and Kris are both fantastic and super accommodating. one of my new neighborhood favorites. will be here on the regular 😍

The only reason i'm writing this review is to say i'm DEVASTATED that the Pilar restaurant is permanently closed. It was one of my favorites in the entire city! I'll make an effort to go to the bakery more frequently to support you because your food and coffee are so good!!!

I really like this place. The staff is divine. Great manner. The sandwiches are delicious. The only three stars is because whenever here, early in the day, middle of the day, afternoon, whenever in the day, they are understaffed and the wonderful staff is overwhelmed/ stressed. One day an alarm was repeatedly going off - as in a low battery for a smoke alarm. I went in twice - early and after lunch. Alarm still beeping. No one to attend to things. If chaos is what you’re after then this works!