Came here on a weekday afternoon, mostly to get some work done. The vibe is pretty laid-back, not too loud, which I appreciated. Had a latte and it was solid, nothing mind-blowing but fine. Plenty of vegan options on the menu too, though I didn&#39;t try them this time. Seats are comfy enough to stay a while.

The pork knuckle was the standout. Crispy skin, tender inside, exactly how it should be. Portion was big enough that I skipped lunch the next day. Price felt fair for what came out. Didn&#39;t pay much attention to the place itself, but the food did the talking. Would order that again.

Had the apple pie &ndash; really good, flaky crust. Pizzas are thin and tasty too. Prices fair for what you get. Cozy little spot, easy to sit for a while. Maybe not a destination place, but fine for a casual afternoon.

Stopped by for a coffee and ended up staying a couple hours with my laptop. Flat white was solid, not too hot, decent crema. Staff left me alone, which I appreciate. Place gets a bit noisy around noon though. Fine spot if you need to get something done without being bothered.

The weekend buffet here is solid &mdash; homemade cakes and ice cream are the highlight for sure. Place gets busy but the seating is comfortable enough to linger a bit. Just wish they had a few more savory options on the buffet, but for breakfast or brunch it does the job.

The iced strawberry matcha is genuinely one of the best I&#39;ve had in the city. The strawberry sweetness cuts through the matcha bitterness just right. Staff were fine, place was okay, but honestly I&#39;d come back just for that drink. Maybe slightly pricey for the size, but the flavor makes up for it.

Solid breakfast buffet for about 10&euro;. Good mix of German and continental stuff, some warm dishes too. Juice included, coffee costs extra. The food is just out in the open, no covers over it, which felt a bit off. But for the price, it&#39;s decent. I liked the seating area, pretty comfortable for a quick morning stop.

Matcha and hojicha desserts are still the reason I keep coming back. Warabi mochi was good, though the case looked a bit empty late Saturday.

The vegan raspberry cake was pretty dense, not gonna lie. But the coffee was solid and the place had a chill vibe. Good spot to sit with a laptop for a bit. I&#39;d probably come back for the coffee more than the cake though.

Came in on a Sunday, no trouble getting a table. Coffee looked great and tasted even better. Service was quick and friendly, not pushy. Been here a few times now and it stays consistent, which is why I keep coming back. Just wish they&rsquo;d open a bit earlier on weekends, that&rsquo;s all.

Small place but bigger than it looks&mdash;three storefronts, one across the street. Hot chocolate and sandwiches were solid. Service was quick enough for a busy afternoon.

Solid coffee and decent cake. Quick stop before work, no fuss. Gets crowded on weekends but service stays fast. Good spot for a quick bite.

Cozy spot with a decent beer selection. Staff brought out dry cushions after the rain, nice touch. Place was packed with locals, always a good sign.

Coffee was solid, made right. Place has a chill vibe, good for getting stuff done. WiFi&#39;s a bit slow though, had to hotspot for a bit. Still, I&#39;d grab a quick bite here again if I&#39;m in the area.

Nice spot right by the botanical garden. Service was quick and friendly, no complaints there. Tea list had decent variety. Sat outside for a bit, good place to recharge after walking around. Prices fair for what you get. I&#39;d stop by again if I&#39;m in the area.

Loved the chocolate cheesecake with my flat white&mdash;such a good combo. Place gets a bit chaotic when it&rsquo;s busy, but the coffee made up for it.

Tucked away on a quiet Neuss side street&mdash;breakfast looked great and the coffee was spot on. Outdoor seating&#39;s a nice touch when the weather plays along. Service was friendly enough.

The coffee was solid and the space is genuinely cozy&mdash;good for sitting around a while. Portions felt generous for what you pay.

Cozy spot in Duisburg, coffee&rsquo;s always solid. Staff remembers my order which is nice. Gets a bit crowded on weekends though.

Stopped by for breakfast last week. Avocado toast was solid&mdash;good bread, decent amount of topping. Service friendly without hovering. Prices fair for what you get. Place was busy but not chaotic. Would come back if in the area.

Came here for a quiet Sunday afternoon. The space is really nice, lots of room and the art on the walls kept me entertained. Prices are fair for the area.

Cappuccino was solid. Self-service spot, so you grab your own drink. Coffee came out well made, no complaints there. Staff wasn&#39;t exactly warm, but whatever. Place had a decent vibe though. Fine for a quick stop.

Lovely little caf&eacute; right by the museum. The outdoor seating is really inviting. Coffee and cake were spot on, and the menu has some creative twists. Prices felt fair for what you get.

Lovely little caf&eacute; with homemade cakes that are actually really good. The lady running it was super friendly. Nice place to chill with friends for a bit.

The terrace really is the spot if you want to watch the river&mdash;caught a nice breeze and a solid view while sipping a decent Sancerre. Prices are on the steep side, though, and the service felt a bit detached. Fine for a relaxed drink, but don&#39;t expect them to rush over. I&#39;d come back for the setting, not the attention.

Grabbed a seat outside on the square &mdash; nice vibe, people watching is solid. Had a coffee, nothing fancy but it did the job. Place was busy but not chaotic. Fine for a quick stop if you&#39;re in the area. Maybe a bit pricey for what it is, but you&#39;re paying for the location.

The kimchi fried rice with the Japanese scrambled eggs was so good 😋 Perfect spot to hang with friends, the vibe is super trendy. Just wish we had more space at our table, but no big deal.

The chicken wrap was decent, but that tropical smoothie really hit the spot. I stop by when I want something light and not too heavy. Place gets busy around lunch, so you might wait a bit. Still, it&#39;s a solid pick if you&#39;re in the area and don&#39;t want a big meal.

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