
Emma’s Torch Cafe at Brooklyn Public Library
Welcome to Emma’s Torch at Brooklyn Public Library Grand Army Plaza!
The Emma's Torch Cafe at the Brooklyn Public Library is a wonderful place to enjoy coffee, snacks, wraps, and a good book while supporting one of Brooklyn’s most important missions.
Located in the lobby of Brooklyn Public Library’s Grand Army Plaza branch at the entrance to Prospect Park, Brooklyn, our cafe is a local favorite and a top choice for those looking for a breakfast spot or a quick bite to eat.
With freshly brewed coffee, pastries, wraps and salads, there's something for everyone to enjoy. So whether you're looking for a place to work or study (with free wifi!) or are just interested in getting a coffee, stop by Emma's Torch Cafe at the Brooklyn Public Library and experience the best that Brooklyn has to offer.
Emma’s Torch at Brooklyn Public Library is an important part of our curriculum. Our students gain hands-on experience in culinary cooking and food preparation. They also use their time at the cafe to perfect their customer service skills.
Brooklyn Public Library Café Menu
PASTRIES & BREAKFAST
$9
BREAKFAST WRAP
eggs, seasoned potatoes, peppers, tomato mayonnaise, available until 12pm
$9
$2.75
HOUSE MADE COOKIES
chocolate chip, double chocolate chip, peanut butter chips
$2.75
$3
BAGEL (assorted)
(+.50) butter, cream cheese (plain or scallion), hummus, peanut butter, strawberry jam
$3
$4
BUTTERMILK BISCUIT WITH PRESERVES
(+.50) strawberry jam or butter
$4
$3.75
GF BLUEBERRY MUFFIN
$3.75
$2.75
LEMON CAKE
$2.75
$3
HOUSE MADE MUFFINS
blueberry, banana bread (vegan)
$3
$3
/
$5
MINI MUFFINS
half-dozen or dozen
$3
/
$5
$0.80
MINI VEGAN BANANA BREAD
$0.80
$0.80
MINI FUDGE BROWNIE
$0.80
$3
FUDGE BROWNIE
$3
$2.75
PEANUT BUTTER COOKIE
$2.75
$5.25
CINNAMON BUN
available after 12pm
$5.25
Lunch
Available after 11am (all wraps are served chilled)
$9
BLACK-EYED PEA HUMMUS WRAP
Cucumber, pickled chili, lettuce, radish (vegan)
$9
$9
CHICKEN CAESAR WRAP
Chicken breast, romaine, croutons, Caesar dressing (contains anchovy & raw egg)
$9
$9
SUMMER SQUASH WRAP
roasted marinated summer squash, piquillo peppers, baby arugula, paprika mayo
$9
$9.50
CHEDDAR RANCH SALAD
romaine, smoked cheddar, grilled corn, cucumber, red onion, radish, buttermilk ranch dressing (vegan, gluten free)
$9.50
$6
WATERMELON SALAD
watermelon, avocado, ricotta salata, brown sugar, olive oil, lime juice (vegetarian, gluten free)
$6
$5
/
$7
SEASONAL SOUP
8oz or 12oz
$5
/
$7
COFFEE AND HOUSE-MADE DRINKS
All espresso-based drinks are available until 3:30pm
$3.25
/
$4.25
COFFEE
available drip or iced | 12 oz or 16 oz
$3.25
/
$4.25
$3
ESPRESSO
available decaffeinated
$3
.75 ADD SHOT
available decaffeinated or iced
LATTE
+.50 Nutella, mocha, caramel, vanilla
available decaffeinated or iced
$4.25
$4.25
$4.25
CAPPUCCINO
available decaffeinated or iced
$4.25
$4.25
CORTADO
$4.25
$3.25
AMERICANO
available decaffeinated or iced
$3.25
$4.5
/
$5.5
CHAI LATTE
available iced | 12 oz or 16 oz
$4.5
/
$5.5
$2.75
TEA
English breakfast, green, lemon-ginger, peppermint
$2.75
$4.75
House-Made Chai
$4.75
$2.75
/
$3.75
UNSWEETENED ICED TEA | 12 oz or 16 oz
$2.75
/
$3.75
$3
/
$4
HIBISCUS ICED TEA
12oz or 16oz
$3
/
$4
$3
/
$4
LEMONADE
12oz or 16oz
$3
/
$4
$3.25
ARNOLD PALMER ICED TEA
$3.25
$5.25
HAWAIJ HOT COCOA
$5.25
MILK OPTIONS
whole milk, half & half, oat
Café Hours
Monday to Saturday
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
No reservations needed
Location
Brooklyn Public Library - Central
10 Grand Army Plaza, 1st Fl.
Brooklyn, NY 11238