10 Best Kid-Friendly Coffee Shops on Long Island

Delicious breakfasts are served  at Southdown Coffee.
Delicious breakfasts are served at Southdown Coffee.
1/15/23 - By Kristen Markel

Looking for the best coffee shops on Long Island? Read on for our top family-friendly picks. 

Coffee shops are so many things–gathering spots, places to work, or spaces to relax and get cozy. They are also great places to take the kids. 

With caffeine-free options and over-the-top sweet treats, many of the best coffee shops on Long Island now cater to little ones. So whether you need to fuel up for the day or want to unwind with a warm cup of joe, it’s time to grab the family and head to one of these local cafes that everyone will love.

Be sure to check out our rundown of Long Island restaurants where kids eat FREE and other food and beverage options in our Long Island Kid-Friendly Restaurant Guide

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a cup of to-go coffee and a sweet treat at Babylon Bean Coffee House.
Make sure to try a sweet treat along with your drink of choice at Babylon Bean Coffee House.

Best Kid-Friendly Coffee Shops On Long Island

1. Southdown Coffee – Huntington, Glen Cove, Patchogue, Port Jefferson, Northport, Oyster Bay

If you want a great cup of coffee with a relaxed vibe, check out one of Southdown’s six locations. The staff knows their beans. The owner won third place in a national coffee roasting competition, and all baristas are friendly and knowledgeable. Kids will love their breakfast tacos, pastries, and hot cocoa. 

2. The Babylon Bean – Babylon

This eclectic shop with an art deco flair in the heart of downtown Babylon is the perfect place to unwind. The menu has plenty of kid-friendly options, from hot cocoa and apple juice to smoothies and Italian sodas. The Babylon Bean hosts several monthly events, including live music. If this south shore location is too far, check out their sister shops, The Bay Shore Bean or The Sayville Bean.

3. Crazy Beans – Greenport, Stony Brook, Miller Place

Crazy Beans has three locations in Eastern Suffolk County. Each has a different menu, but all serve up barista-made beverages. The offerings are extensive and chock full of kid-friendly fare, and you don’t want to miss the specials. Recent specials included pancakes filled with Oreo bits and cookie dough.

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There's a cozy vibe at Soul Brew in Huntington

There's a cozy vibe at Soul Brew in Huntington.

4. Soul Brew – Huntington, St. James, Bellmore

Take your coffee to go or grab a seat at one of the three locations; each offers a zany and artsy atmosphere. Adults will love the organic, fair-trade coffee and tea sourced from surrounding areas. Kids will love the sweet treats on the menu, including the can’t-miss rainbow pancakes. 

5. The Cup Coffeehouse – Wantagh

This shop has been serving coffee in an inviting atmosphere since 1996. Besides coffee and lattes, The Cup Coffeehouse has a full menu, including kid-friendly fare. If that’s not enough, the cafe has nighttime events, including open mics and crafts.

6. Hampton Coffee Company – Multiple Locations

As Long Island’s largest independent coffee roaster and retailer, Hampton Coffee Company has six locations on the East End. They take their coffee seriously and purchase most beans directly from the growers. As for food, the extensive menu includes gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and dairy-free options. 

7. Massapequa Perk – Massapequa

This small, independent shop on the south shore offers patrons a cozy atmosphere and a full menu. Besides coffee made with freshly ground beans, there’s hot cocoa and cider for the kids. 

8. Nana’s Ice Cream and Coffee House – Westbury

Enjoy a warm beverage from the espresso bar while little ones satisfy their sweet tooth at Nana’s in Westbury. There is something for everyone at this vibrant Westbury shop.

9. The Daily Roast Coffee and Tea – Wantagh

If you want to enjoy the fresh air while sipping a hot or cold beverage, check out the Daily Roast Coffee and Tea in Wantagh. This shop has plenty of outdoor seating on its back patio. The menu includes an extensive beverage list along with out-of-this-world sweet treats.

10. Catpurrccinos – Huntington 

Quite possibly the most unique venue on the list, Catpurrcinos in Huntington village allows patrons to play with cats and enjoy hot beverages and sweet treats. A separate area of the shop has an adoption center where visitors can interact with cats and kittens available for adoption. There is a fee to enter the cat room, the proceeds of which help support the animals’ medical expenses and supplies. Reservations are not required to play with the kitties but are recommended on weekends and school holidays.

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