Village Café
Village Café serves Azerbaijani food at 1968 Coney Island Ave, with BYOB and New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City recognition for 2025.
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- Address
- 1968 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11223
- Phone
- (718) 975-3373
- Website
- villagecafeny.com
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New York Times 2025 recognition on Coney Island Avenue
New York Times included Village Café in its Best Restaurants in New York City for 2025. The restaurant serves Azerbaijani food at 1968 Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn.
Lamb kebabs, kutaby, lamb ribs, and dushbara soup
Lamb kebabs, kutaby, lamb ribs, and dushbara soup anchor the order. BYOB, casual dress, standard pacing, and conversational noise make it a practical fit for lunch or dinner without a formal setup.
Peers in This Market
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Café | Authentic Azerbaijani | $$ | Gravesend (East)-Homecrest |
| Ariston Floral Boutique | Floral Cafe with Coffee and Pastries | $$ | East Midtown-Turtle Bay |
| Crown Finish Caves | Artisanal Cheese Affinage Facility | $$ | Crown Heights (North) |
| Buenos Aires | Authentic Argentine Steakhouse | $$ | East Village |
| SAPERAVI | Authentic Georgian | $$ | Gramercy |
| Industria Argentina | Authentic Argentine Steakhouse | $$ | Tribeca-Civic Center |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City
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At a Glance
- Cozy
- Rustic
- Intimate
- Family
- Group Dining
- Casual Hangout
- Byob
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 10 AM–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 10 AM–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 10 AM–10 PM
- Thursday
- 10 AM–10 PM
- Friday
- 10 AM–10 PM
- Saturday
- 10 AM–10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 10 AM–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Cozy and rustic with pleasant decor, homey artifacts, lively ethnic music, and picnic-style tables creating a welcoming, authentic atmosphere.