A year ago, tucked into a lively corner of Astoria, Queens, a new kind of coffee shop quietly opened its doors. But Coffee Pro wasn’t just offering lattes and croissants—it was serving culture, connection, and a personal dream that had traveled continents to get there.
Founded by Mohamed, a passionate coffee lover and baker, Coffee Pro was born from years of exploration. Before opening his first café, Mohamed traveled the world—learning the art of coffee in places like Morocco and Egypt, where tradition and flavor run deep. He studied roasting techniques, sampled spices, and immersed himself in the craft of creating not just a good cup of coffee, but a meaningful experience.
“I wanted to blend everything I’d learned into something that felt personal but universal,” Mohamed says. “Coffee is a global language—and I wanted Coffee Pro to speak it fluently.”
Inspired by the journey of the coffee bean from fertile lands to the perfect roast, and the rich baking traditions of the Middle East—especially Egypt—Coffee Pro is a love letter to heritage. Every pastry and pour tells a story, rooted in family recipes and the ancient rituals of hospitality.
The shop’s design draws from the natural elegance of desert dunes—warm, flowing, timeless. “The desert represents growth and gathering,” Mohamed explains. “It’s a place where people slow down, share stories, and connect. That’s what I wanted to bring to New York.”
In just one year, Coffee Pro has become a beloved neighborhood spot in Astoria. Locals come for the vanilla lattes, stay for the buttery, handmade pastries, and return for the welcoming vibe that feels more like a living room than a coffee shop.
But Mohamed’s vision doesn’t stop in Queens. Coffee Pro is expanding, with a new location set to open soon in Lower Manhattan. “We’re excited to bring this same sense of warmth, quality, and culture downtown,” he says. “This is just the beginning.”
At its core, Coffee Pro is about more than caffeine. It’s about connection—between people, places, and traditions. As Mohamed reflects on the first year, he’s most proud of the community that’s formed around his dream. “It’s not just my story anymore,” he says. “It belongs to everyone who walks through the door.”
