Red Star Cafe & Bakery

Fantastic coffee and coffee drinks and also specialty drinks like chai tea and lemonade. Their baked goods are wonderful. You have to try the banana bread. There is also a cooler with ready-made sandwiches, salads and overnight oats etc. Really nice vibe if you want to hang out and chill or do some work. Owners are super nice. They won Best of Greene County for best place for coffee or tea! And as an added little touch every drink gets a free Madeline cookie included!

Visiting for the weekend and stopped in for a latte. Friendly greeting as I walked in and was one of the best lattes Ive ever had. I ordered a latte with an extra shot of espresso, whole milk and tiny bit of hazelnut. Was perfect! Bold delicious flavor and served with a little biscuit/pastry as a nice little bonus to pair with the first sip. Loved everything about this place, will definitely be stopping back in before heading home!

This bakery/cafe is an absolute gem! The coffee is hands-down the best, and their pastries — including amazing gluten-free and vegan options — are out of this world. The staff is so friendly and welcoming, making every visit a joy. We live on Long Island but always make it a point to come here because it’s just that unforgettable!

This is a croissant-only review. Despite their comical appearance (more like brioche, with complete lack of definition and lamination, maybe because nowhere to chill the croissants before baking??) the Red Star croissants have surprisingly good flavor. Buttery, with melt-in-your-mouth hearts. Delicious, in the old-school croissant way.

Small Town, Big Charm, and Even Bigger Brownies Absolutely adorable. Red Star Cafe & Bakery is the whimsical, warm hug that Cairo, New York didn’t know it needed—but now can’t live without. From the moment you spot the vintage-style sign, you know you’re in for something special. The “Red Star” theme isn’t just a name—it’s a full experience. It’s in the door handles, the ironwork, the decor details, and even the café’s confident yet cozy vibe. Think Parisian café meets Catskill countryside—with a twinkle. Walking in is like exhaling for the first time in a while. You’re immediately greeted by smiling faces, fresh-cut flowers that look like they came straight from a French meadow, and an aromatic embrace of fresh-ground coffee that could awaken a coma patient. This is not your average sma