overpriced and bitter. coffee in chiang mai was way better.Vegetarian options: Five things that they getDietary restrictions: They seem to be okKid-friendliness: Not muchWheelchair accessibility: none
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Chance Krempasky
I love this spot! Radical, queer, and cute ✨
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lift_Run_Eat_
Great set up and atmosphere. Just a good place to come and spend some time, chill and enjoy the vibes. The coffee is good for the area, not quite up to the third wave coffee scene that can be found in NYC but it is definitely in the right ballpark. The 8.0 cortado was pleasant, flavour was there but the milk work was average at best. Overall, one of the best places to come for the overall experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
K. Sher
I bought a cappuccino to go… unfortunately the cup lid just doesn’t fit the cup nicely and halfway drinking it the cap opened and it spilled on my clothes. Just a warning to anyone who is getting a to go coffee. The taste of the cappuccino had an odd taste. The size is relatively small for $7 coffee - I do like that they use Oat Milk as default milk. I appreciate that this is a no tip shop.Did not spend time in the shop but I can see that the vibe is nice in there and I may have had a better experience dining in instead of taking out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Milo
Having visited hundreds of coffee shops in NYC, I did not think I would encounter a place as magical as Principals. It looks unassuming from the street but once you’ve entered, wow… this place blew me away! Not once or twice but throughout my entire stay.First I asked the really nice barista if they had a tea and oh my, did they?!? Their tea menu is thoughtfully curated and includes a gorgeous array of interesting teas from around the around. It was a difficult choice and begs multiple returns so I can try them all!Then I realized they were serving delicious DAK coffee out of Amsterdam and learnt that they rotate their coffees out so that keeps things really interesting- you could be experiencing coffee roasted from any part of the world, the country or from within town- one never knows… really cool! But what one does know is they put a lot of thought into which coffee they use because DAK is incredibly delicious and not super well-known in the US so really happy to see it here.Then… the space: it is so cozy and interesting here and I discovered that the coffeeshop also functions as a community space, bicycle club and numerous other happenings. Theres a lot going on here, in an exciting way. The baristas are paid $25 an hour, unheard of in this city (or most of the country)! And the drip, espresso and americano are pay what you can.Mind blowing indeed! I had only heard of the “ideal workplace” from dreamy baristas but I have never actually seen it in action.This place IS the dream! And I will use every opportunity to stop in and support this enchanting place.Amazing experience ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Rance
one of my favorite coffee shops
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jennifer Kang
Lovely space, boardgames, pastries, coffee and amazing tea. Many comfy places to sit and read I got the pu'er and they let me reuse the tea leaves to resteep and get a deeper flavor.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
vanesas29
This is my favorite coffee shop in the city, even when I don't go there pretty often. The space, vibes, and people around are always nice.Either way, if you want to have just a coffee or a meeting, it's awesome. Very peaceful! And I love so much to have all the bike community scenes there!Best drinks (to me) maple late and Chai!One of the gems in NYC ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Maple Latte
Mallorie Dunn
Principles is not just a coffee shop but a community center. Tons of great events. Super knowledgeable baristas. They pair staff a living wage - well above minimum - and even offer pay what you can prices. Highly recommend.
I haven't rated this yet??? This is the best coffee shop in Brooklyn, maybe NYC. Thr cappuccino with almond milk I had was to die for. I love Katie. ♡Vegetarian options: Lots of vegan options!Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free and vegan options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Maple Latte
Yuanxin Liu
Really great coffee and very spacious
Tracy Marotta
Always great staff and service! Yummy vegan croissants, morning bun, hot chocolate, and oat milk lattes! All are welcome! ☮️Vegetarian options: All veganDietary restrictions: All veganParking: Usually have to park 1 or 2 blocks awayKid-friendliness: Kids are welcome. There are kid board games like Candy land.Wheelchair accessibility: No step to enter. Toilets are single gender neutral but are not ADA, but larger than typical nyc restaurant toilets
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Croissants
s d
cool vibe and ethos, knowledgeable staff, high-quality drinks and food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Suto2 T
Best croissants! Sweet atmosphere, very welcoming and inclusive. I love the warehouse vibe and the people who work there are friendly. The coffee and matcha are top-notch.Vegetarian options: Many vegan optionsDietary restrictions: Vegan options are deliciousKid-friendliness: It’s an open space, kids can sit comfortably while their adults sip coffee.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pain Au Chocolat, Croissants, Maple Latte
Amazing coffee, cool space!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
overpriced and bitter. coffee in chiang mai was way better.Vegetarian options: Five things that they getDietary restrictions: They seem to be okKid-friendliness: Not muchWheelchair accessibility: none
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I love this spot! Radical, queer, and cute ✨
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great set up and atmosphere. Just a good place to come and spend some time, chill and enjoy the vibes. The coffee is good for the area, not quite up to the third wave coffee scene that can be found in NYC but it is definitely in the right ballpark. The 8.0 cortado was pleasant, flavour was there but the milk work was average at best. Overall, one of the best places to come for the overall experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
I bought a cappuccino to go… unfortunately the cup lid just doesn’t fit the cup nicely and halfway drinking it the cap opened and it spilled on my clothes. Just a warning to anyone who is getting a to go coffee. The taste of the cappuccino had an odd taste. The size is relatively small for $7 coffee - I do like that they use Oat Milk as default milk. I appreciate that this is a no tip shop.Did not spend time in the shop but I can see that the vibe is nice in there and I may have had a better experience dining in instead of taking out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Having visited hundreds of coffee shops in NYC, I did not think I would encounter a place as magical as Principals. It looks unassuming from the street but once you’ve entered, wow… this place blew me away! Not once or twice but throughout my entire stay.First I asked the really nice barista if they had a tea and oh my, did they?!? Their tea menu is thoughtfully curated and includes a gorgeous array of interesting teas from around the around. It was a difficult choice and begs multiple returns so I can try them all!Then I realized they were serving delicious DAK coffee out of Amsterdam and learnt that they rotate their coffees out so that keeps things really interesting- you could be experiencing coffee roasted from any part of the world, the country or from within town- one never knows… really cool! But what one does know is they put a lot of thought into which coffee they use because DAK is incredibly delicious and not super well-known in the US so really happy to see it here.Then… the space: it is so cozy and interesting here and I discovered that the coffeeshop also functions as a community space, bicycle club and numerous other happenings. Theres a lot going on here, in an exciting way. The baristas are paid $25 an hour, unheard of in this city (or most of the country)! And the drip, espresso and americano are pay what you can.Mind blowing indeed! I had only heard of the “ideal workplace” from dreamy baristas but I have never actually seen it in action.This place IS the dream! And I will use every opportunity to stop in and support this enchanting place.Amazing experience ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
one of my favorite coffee shops
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lovely space, boardgames, pastries, coffee and amazing tea. Many comfy places to sit and read I got the pu'er and they let me reuse the tea leaves to resteep and get a deeper flavor.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is my favorite coffee shop in the city, even when I don't go there pretty often. The space, vibes, and people around are always nice.Either way, if you want to have just a coffee or a meeting, it's awesome. Very peaceful! And I love so much to have all the bike community scenes there!Best drinks (to me) maple late and Chai!One of the gems in NYC ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Maple Latte
Principles is not just a coffee shop but a community center. Tons of great events. Super knowledgeable baristas. They pair staff a living wage - well above minimum - and even offer pay what you can prices. Highly recommend.
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I haven't rated this yet??? This is the best coffee shop in Brooklyn, maybe NYC. Thr cappuccino with almond milk I had was to die for. I love Katie. ♡Vegetarian options: Lots of vegan options!Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free and vegan options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Maple Latte
Really great coffee and very spacious
Always great staff and service! Yummy vegan croissants, morning bun, hot chocolate, and oat milk lattes! All are welcome! ☮️Vegetarian options: All veganDietary restrictions: All veganParking: Usually have to park 1 or 2 blocks awayKid-friendliness: Kids are welcome. There are kid board games like Candy land.Wheelchair accessibility: No step to enter. Toilets are single gender neutral but are not ADA, but larger than typical nyc restaurant toilets
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Croissants
cool vibe and ethos, knowledgeable staff, high-quality drinks and food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best croissants! Sweet atmosphere, very welcoming and inclusive. I love the warehouse vibe and the people who work there are friendly. The coffee and matcha are top-notch.Vegetarian options: Many vegan optionsDietary restrictions: Vegan options are deliciousKid-friendliness: It’s an open space, kids can sit comfortably while their adults sip coffee.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pain Au Chocolat, Croissants, Maple Latte