Communitea in Long Island City, Queens

Communitea is the only teahouse in Long Island City, Queens.  During the past five years   everybody in this industrial neighborhood has come to sip loose leaf tea or start the day with the New York based Irving Farm coffee.  Many LIC residents come here to enjoy the drink rituals, food, and Long Island City Breeze that enters the space via its expansive windows.  The café is drenched with sunlight and makes for a great hangout for people who want to explore LIC, grab a bite to eat, people watch, or carry out work in a quiet space.

Communitea has a fabulous afternoon tea service that yearns for friends to share, so definitely think of this as a place you would want to enjoy with a friend.    The tea service happens everyday and serves one to two people for twenty dollars.  It includes any tea from the menu (fifty to choose from), options of scrumptious bite-size sandwiches, a fresh baked scone of the day with Devon clotted cream and assorted sweets of the day.

The place is centered around coffee or tea but they have a ton of food options. From light fare like croissants, bagels, fruit bars, and soups to full meals like breakfast burritos, sandwiches, paninis, and salads.  

Communitea is located at 47-02 Vernon Blvd at the corner of 47^th Avenue.  One can easily arrive by taking the 7 Train to Vernon/Jackson Avenue. 
(718) 729-7708

Atmosphere: 4 Stars


Pastries: 3.5

Coffee: 5 Stars
Tea: TBA
(This place needs me to return with Diego for the afternoon tea service.)

Food: 4 Stars

Service: Neighborhood Friendly

Price: $-$$, nice price range