with so many to choose from in new york, it may take you a while to find one you really enjoy. sure, you can go the safe route and stop at a starbucks or dunkin donuts on the way to work (guilty), but there are plenty of others worth trying nearby!
if you’re looking for a good cup of coffee in new york, here are 21 of the best coffee shops you should visit:
Reading: Multi roaster coffee shops
1. le phin, village of the east
This Vietnamese cafe specializes in phin-brewed coffees that are flavorful and filling! their lattes are our personal favorites, especially since they come with their house pandan syrup. be sure to grab one of their cakes or baked goods to go with it!
where: 259 e 10th
2. astoria coffee, queens
A local coffee shop with friendly staff, Cafe Astoria is perfect for a quick pick-me-up. before taking it to go, enjoy the natural light that floods the store through its large windows.
where: 30-04 30th st, astoria
3. intelligence, chelsea
For a quality cup of coffee, you can count on the coffee chat intelligentsia. In nyc, however, the company only has one location: the highline hotel in chelsea.
where: 180 10th ave, at highline hotel
4. blue bottle, various locations
You’ve probably been to a blue bottle location before, as there are plenty of them throughout the city. they offer various coffees from around the world that they will brew in front of you at their pour over bar.
where: locations in manhattan & brooklyn, check them out here.
5. grumpy brown, various locations
A neighborhood cafe that started in Greenpoint, Cafe Grumpy is a great local spot for your daily cup of joe.
where: locations in manhattan & brooklyn, check them out here.
6. espresso culture, downtown
If you work downtown, this is the perfect place to enjoy a great cup of drip coffee, a cortado, and some freshly baked treats.
where: 307 west 38th st. & 72 West 38th Street.
7. devotion, multiple locations
devoción is a coffee roaster that sources its beans directly from bogotá, colombia. the store is spacious, the prices won’t break the bank, and the espresso is delicious. need we say more?
where: multiple locations, see them here
8. espresso for everyone, multiple locations
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Get your caffeine fix via pour overs, espressos or aeropress at everyman espresso.
where: locations in manhattan & slope of the park, see them here
9. ground support, soho
a cozy cafe in soho that isn’t crowded with tourists (usually). the floor stand is ideal for a quick cup on the go or a casual midday gathering.
where: 399 west broadway
10. coffee project, multiple locations
You may have had a deconstructed cocktail at some point, but have you ever had a deconstructed cup of coffee? everything will be given to you separately and you can prepare your own coffee yourself! elegant.
where: various locations in manhattan & brooklyn, check them out here.
11. hi-collar, eastern town
hi-collar is an interesting cafe worth trying. is a small “western-inspired Japanese cafe” offering siphon coffee and lunch options, as well as an evening sake menu. And if you’re interested in a fluffy soufflé pancake, it was the original New York store that offered these delicious breakfast treats!
where: 231 and 9th street
12. birch cafe, multiple locations
With a lovely warm interior design, you can count on the Birch Café to have the perfect setting for any occasion. It should be noted that they are a bit more expensive than other shops, but kyoto iced coffee is a must try!
where: locations in manhattan & long island city, see them here
13. la colombe, various locations
the coffee here is so good that even though there are several places in manhattan, they all seem pretty busy! if you don’t mind waiting in line, the colombe is definitely worth it.
where: locations in manhattan, see them here
14. Stumptown, Greenwich Village or Flatiron Coffee Roasters
If you’re in Greenwich Village or Flatiron, stop into Stumptown’s coffee roasters for your caffeine fix. Being a hotel, the hotel’s excellent location attracts all kinds of people and is a great place to enjoy a fresh beer and possibly meet new people.
where: greenwich village & ace hotel new york
15. felix roasting co., soho
Come for the coffee, stay for the beautiful interior design! felix roasting co. in soho is known for its high-quality organic blends, in the form of everything from artful espresso drinks to coffee cocktails. but the real showpiece is its beautiful café, inspired by the aesthetic movement of the late 19th century with a hand-drawn mural made up of 500 individual mosaics, a custom-patterned terrazzo floor, and much more.
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where: 104 greene st.
16. city of saints, east town & wick
With a location in Williamsburg and another in East Village, City of Saints is a somewhat hidden gem when it comes to delicious beer. They offer flavors like matcha lavender agave lattes, but they also make an amazing cold brew.
where: 79 and 10 street.
17. black cat them, them
not only is black cat les one of our favorite places to work remotely, but their coffee also keeps us close all morning and afternoon! its cozy atmosphere and delicious caffeinated beverages keep us coming back for more. if you are a fan of tea, you should also try one of the specialty teas straight from their “tea book”. oh, and while you’re at it, stop by for one of their comedy show nights or other random events that always happen.
where: 172 rivington st
18. root hill coffee, gowanus
“we cook, we bake, we make coffee” according to their motto. Root Hill Cafe’s coffee selection keeps it simple, and we think that’s why we like it so much. At very affordable prices, you can get anything from a chai latte to a cappuccino. but be sure to taste his food too to see if his mantra holds true for you.
where: 262 4th ave, brooklyn
19. coffee break, les
pause cafe is a little Moroccan gem that is one of our favorite cafes. their “coffee bar” has a great selection including several lattes (try their specialty “Moroccan drip”). They also have some African foods and teas to try.
where: 3 clinton st
20. 9th street express, various locations
with 3 locations in the city (2 in manhattan, 1 in brooklyn), ninth street espresso is one of the best for…you guessed it…espresso! this will always be our recommendation if you stop by, but there are other options as well. Their coffee beans reign supreme from places around the world like Kenya and Peru, and they all taste refreshing from the first sip. if you need a quick pick-me-up, be sure to stop here!
where:
alphabet city – 700 e 9th st
tompkins plaza – 341 e 10th st
gowanus at threes brewing – 333 douglass st, brooklyn
21. st. kilda cafe, hell’s kitchen
st. Kilda is an Australian cafe that selects coffee beans from around the world right in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen. They specialize in espresso, filter, and iced coffees, but they constantly rotate brands and coffee beans depending on the season. these self-proclaimed “coffee nerds” prepare each serve with precision and use advanced coffee/water techniques to create the perfect drink every time. be sure to stop by and see what it’s all about.
Where: 328 West 44th Street
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