# Rita & Maria

> Cafe offers Nordic cottage core vibes with natural lighting flooding the room and vintage decor featuring real plates and cups. Atmosphere feels like a friendly communal dining room, quiet and relaxed, with good tunes playing. Crowd enjoys sitting to work or catch up, with a welcoming, homey energy.

Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Rita-Maria

- Address: 558 Halsey St, Brooklyn, New York, 11233, US
- Hours: Wednesday: 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM Thursday: 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM Friday: 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM Saturday: 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM Sunday: 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM Monday: 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM Tuesday: 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
- Phone: +19179661539
- Website: http://ritamariabk.com/
- Google rating: 4.5 (116 reviews)

## What it is good for

- Cool — 10/10
- Gluten Free — 10/10
- Retro — 10/10
- Cake — 10/10
- Scone — 10/10
- Cozy — 10/10
- Pastry — 9.7/10
- Cafe — 9.5/10
- Coffee — 8.2/10
- Food — 8.1/10
- Reading Spot — 7.5/10
- Sandwich — 6.7/10
- Vegan Friendly — 6.7/10
- Local Spot — 6.7/10

## What people say

- "The cafe's pastries are delicious, with unique seasonal twists."
- "I loved the gluten-free lemon cake they offered."
- "It's got this lovely retro feel, a real cozy vibe."

## Good to know

- Rita and Maria hosts monthly events like life drawing and local writer readings.
- A ham and cheese pastry costs $6.50 plus tips.
- The cafe does not offer decaf coffee.
- Customers can bring their dogs, but the entrance is not dog-friendly.
- Expect higher prices, making it better suited for wealthier customers.

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