50 Best Coffee Shops in New York

“Amazing staff, amazing food (better than my bubbies, but don’t tell her) absolutely loved it!!“

“Great place to chill� and enjoy the lovely autumn weather this time of the year! Love This place“

“Absolutely love this coffee shop. The vibe is always great, the coffee is consistently amazing, and the people make it even better. Huge shoutout to Nick and Jay for being some of the nicest and most welcoming people around. They always bring such good energy and make every visit better. You can tell they genuinely care about the customers and the experience probably the most fired interaction Ive ever had ordering coffee. Easily one of my favorite spots“

“Perfect brunch experience!! The food was delicious. The live music excellent. Atmosphere was inviting and fun. The bread pudding was the best thing I ate in a long time. Incredible mixture of chocolate, caramel ice cream and of course bread pudding. Highly recommend!“

“I was looking for a place specifically to work on my laptop for a couple hours. This popped to the top of the list. Sweet upstairs loft with good wifi and power outlets. Coffee is excellent, and the treats are great. I walked a few blocks to check it out and totally worth it.“

“Went to the brand new Houston location and things are a bit rocky with staffing and supplies but I want to brag on your employee CAMILLA ! We came from NC and after visiting Puerto Rico several times I was so excited for this experience! She was so patient with us! Answered all our questions with a very helpful and cheerful attitude even tho she was drowning in drink orders! With only one other helper, she never showed any frustration and provided excellent above and beyond customer service! The cashier with her was brand new and super sweet as well! Camilla even gave me a hug when we left! She made my whole morning! And gave us the absolute best breakfast recommendation as well! Thank u so much Camilla for your grace and kindness this morning. U had no idea that my Morning started out so crappy, and your sweet personality and loving spirit really turned my day around and the tres leches latte was AMAZING 🙌🏼🩷💯 yall go see them and be patient …..it’s worth the wait ❤️ side note… the whole place is decorated beautifully! Love the swings ✅“

“Went to the brand new Houston location and things are a bit rocky with staffing and supplies but I want to brag on your employee CAMILLA ! We came from NC and after visiting Puerto Rico several times I was so excited for this experience! She was so patient with us! Answered all our questions with a very helpful and cheerful attitude even tho she was drowning in drink orders! With only one other helper, she never showed any frustration and provided excellent above and beyond customer service! The cashier with her was brand new and super sweet as well! Camilla even gave me a hug when we left! She made my whole morning! And gave us the absolute best breakfast recommendation as well! Thank u so much Camilla for your grace and kindness this morning. U had no idea that my Morning started out so crappy, and your sweet personality and loving spirit really turned my day around and the tres leches latte was AMAZING 🙌🏼🩷💯 yall go see them and be patient …..it’s worth the wait ❤️ side note… the whole place is decorated beautifully! Love the swings ✅“

“From the moment we walked in, we felt genuinely cared for. This was my first time visiting, and the experience completely exceeded my expectations. The food and drinks were absolutely amazing, but what truly stood out was the level of attention and thoughtfulness we received. Being noticed and having the spelling of my name acknowledged made me feel seen and valued as a guest.

Ariana deserves special recognition—she went above and beyond by customizing both coquito lattes to accommodate my sister’s and my health issues, *without sacrificing flavor at all*. They were hands-down some of the best drinks we’ve had. Her knowledge, care, and exceptional customer service made this experience unforgettable. If anyone deserves a promotion, it’s Ariana!

Will be coming back my next visit to the city“

“My latte. Wow. Amazing. And the ladies were so sweet too!“

“Very nice place! Their espresso comes in a wooden cup, and they have the unique offering of rum-infused coffee beans. I found this espresso shot a little under-extracted and sour, but the fragrance and tactile wooden cup enhanced the experience.“

“Went to the brand new Houston location and things are a bit rocky with staffing and supplies but I want to brag on your employee CAMILLA ! We came from NC and after visiting Puerto Rico several times I was so excited for this experience! She was so patient with us! Answered all our questions with a very helpful and cheerful attitude even tho she was drowning in drink orders! With only one other helper, she never showed any frustration and provided excellent above and beyond customer service! The cashier with her was brand new and super sweet as well! Camilla even gave me a hug when we left! She made my whole morning! And gave us the absolute best breakfast recommendation as well! Thank u so much Camilla for your grace and kindness this morning. U had no idea that my Morning started out so crappy, and your sweet personality and loving spirit really turned my day around and the tres leches latte was AMAZING 🙌🏼🩷💯 yall go see them and be patient …..it’s worth the wait ❤️ side note… the whole place is decorated beautifully! Love the swings ✅“

“Fantastic! Ricardo and the team day in and day out deliver on an exceptional product & experience“

“Went to the brand new Houston location and things are a bit rocky with staffing and supplies but I want to brag on your employee CAMILLA ! We came from NC and after visiting Puerto Rico several times I was so excited for this experience! She was so patient with us! Answered all our questions with a very helpful and cheerful attitude even tho she was drowning in drink orders! With only one other helper, she never showed any frustration and provided excellent above and beyond customer service! The cashier with her was brand new and super sweet as well! Camilla even gave me a hug when we left! She made my whole morning! And gave us the absolute best breakfast recommendation as well! Thank u so much Camilla for your grace and kindness this morning. U had no idea that my Morning started out so crappy, and your sweet personality and loving spirit really turned my day around and the tres leches latte was AMAZING 🙌🏼🩷💯 yall go see them and be patient …..it’s worth the wait ❤️ side note… the whole place is decorated beautifully! Love the swings ✅“

“Very friendly staff and absolutely amazing coffee! She remembered my drink and exactly how I like it after only my second visit, which made the experience feel so personal. This has quickly become my go-to spot for my morning fuel. Highly recommend!“

“Amazing Fresh Onigari (rice balls) & delicious teas! (Cold, Hot, Bubble, No-Bubble) Support a local Mom & Pop shop & get fresh tasty food & drinks — win win win!!! (The line outside moves, one customer/group inside at a time due to COVID, & everything is made fresh to order — your patience will be rewarded!)“

“Buddies Coffee is the best there is — found myself always going back throughout the week & always on weekends while running errands. Welcoming people the minute you walk in, coquito matcha (LIFE CHANGING), & the appreciation of Latin culture 🤍💃🏽“

“Great lattes and breakfasts that I dream about. Wish they were open longer.“

“Best PSL this Texas girl has ever had! 10/10! Thanks barista Johnny for your hospitality and an amazing latte!“

“Cool spot, not the best cappuccino I've had in my life but it was still enjoyable.

It's nice that they have pastel de nata rather than the generic nyc bakery items though I didn't try it.

The staff were friendly and the cup design is also cool.“

“Unique space. Great vibe. Vast selection of beverages. Tasty authentic cuisine. Fresh pastries. Five star service. A jewel of Harlem.“

“This cafe is so lovely. I had the pleasure of Desi and Aida assisting me with my order. They made the most delicious soy chai with amazing foam. Their desserts were amazing as well. It was refreshing to be greeted with such positive and friendly energy in New York. I can't wait to come back when I am in the area. Make sure to come to this cafe if you want a lovely experience and great food and drinks!“

“excellent et frais 🤩 je recommande !“

“Amazing place, amazing staff and amazing coffee: word of 💯 Italian!! I simply adored the place🩷“

“Excelentes sus comidas, café, jugos y demás.Inmejorable el trato del personal !! Muy buena gente! Encantada de haberlos conocido!!!!“

“My husband and I made the long drive yesterday (2 1/2 hrs each way) from upstate NY to visit our daughter in NYC just for the day. While strolling around her neighborhood we came upon your lovely bakery and cafe and after eyeing the beautiful carrot cake in the window, we had to go in. Carrot cake is my favorite sweet treat. There were so many beautiful choices, but we got 2 slices of carrot cake to take back home with us. After the long drive back home we were really looking forward to a piece of cake and a cup of coffee. I opened one of the beautifully packed boxes, which revealed an enormous slice of yumminess!! The slice was big enough for at least 3 people. I thought I had died and gone to heaven. Everything about this cake was phenomenal. The frosting was outstanding, the cake was so flavorful and moist. It was the best we’ve ever had. We have enough left for a few days. I’m so glad we stopped in. It was a great way to end our lovely day in the city and will most certainly go back on our next trek in . I will also have to get our daughter pick up some baked goods when she’s coming home for a visit. I highly recommend Crumbly Cafe & Bakery😊😊“

“Charlotte Cafe is a dependable favorite. The coffee is always great, the food arrives fresh, and the staff are friendly and prompt. It’s clean, cozy, and reasonably priced.

Thank you & God bless you and your family 😊“

“Best coffee in NYC, I've been a regular for years, and I bring my friends who become regulars, so I have to give it 5 stars! I was introduced to this place by someone so into coffee that he uses Bayesian optimization to roast his own beans. But, I must say, my wife and I were looking forward to the Yuzu Espresso Tonic they had last summer for the whole year and so were really sad they didn't bring it back this summer. In general, the summer drinks this year are mostly without coffee, yet this is a coffee shop! Espresso tonic is only getting more popular with time, and the Yuzu one you all had last year was the best we've ever had. Period. It's a winning combo. It's so good it should be on the regular menu. So please bring it back, especially since you have Yuzu!“

“Was in New York for the first time. Stumbled across this Bagel shop!! Best Bagels and Cream Cheese in the City!! Wonderful Atmosphere too!!“

“Okay nothing was wrong with the coffee it was a 10/10 iced horchata latte with oat milk and the coffee kicked!
But the cafe itself needs a bit of housecleaning. So many flies just hovering inside and the cafe needs some bg music and might help with overall liveliness of the decor.“

“Great atmosphere, being right outside Central Park! Big shoutout to Abel, very attentive and very friendly! Definitely coming back here ✨ Not to mention the great service recieved from Tenzin! All the staff should get a raise for this terrific service 😌“

“Had the breakfast burrito 🌯 been wanting to get to this place for a while.

Wasn’t the best I’ve ever had but it was good. The chorizo was the one I went with definitely wasn’t disappointed.

I don’t think it’s worth a far drive but if you’re in the area or it’s not completely out your way it’s definitely worth stopping in for a visit. The place does have seating but not a lot of room. There is a park near by and lots of outdoor seating near the area. That’s what I chose to do.

The breakfast burrito price was amazing especially for nyc the food was good quality and really delicious. The sauce everyone was talking about wasn’t over powering. Matter of fact I wish I had more next time I’ll ask for some on the side felt like I needed an extra pump 😂.

I truly enjoyed this place and I’m sure you guys will also the coffee was mid but it’s ok food makes up for it.

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“This is probably one of the places you would just walk by without noticing it. Yet this would be a mistake.

It’s a great place for a very nice breakfast. The food is excellent, prepared with attention to detail and love, the staff is friendly and attentive. Especially Francesca and Sophie are two lovely young ladies ☺

Definitely one of the best paces for breakfast on the Manhattan financial district!“

“My Girl Scout troop of newly graduated Ambassadors spent 4 days in NYC and we stayed right next door to Bear Donut. We went there literally every day, sometimes more than once and cannot recommend it enough!! Friendly and helpful staff, delicious donuts, breakfast sandwiches and coffees!!“

“The sweetest owners

I came on a different schedule day and ended up waiting more than an hour for the store to open and the owners were so so sweet about it that I felt like I should apologize instead.

The store is only a few months old but they are nailing it!

I came for the mango sticky rice cheesecake with a super light mochi layer. This tbh was my least favorite as it was too sweet for me. The other cheesecakes though I sampled were amazing I ended up buying two others to take home to freeze, but I ended up eating it all over the weekend. Try interesting flavors like sweet basil and other lovely Asian flavors like ube and taro and black sesame.

Don’t sleep on their drinks either - they’re not too sweet and refreshing.“

“Love lt! Very excellent service ❤️“

“One of the best specialty drink cafes I've had in a long time. I visited twice and was recommended the calamansi latte (with macadamia milk) my first time even though I shared I didn't typically like fruit coffee drinks (or acidic leaning coffee in general). However, it was highly recommended by the gal at the register and now I'm a convert!

I went back for a pandan matcha latte to try out another drink and it's one of the best I've had.

I'm grateful they use real ingredients (such as the pandan and calamansi) because I hate artificial syrups. Will definitely be coming back when I can!“

“😊 An excellent taste 🙏🙂🍀👍“

“Love their cold brew coffee，If you’re looking for a charming place with a great atmosphere, you can’t pass HI-Collar up.“

“Best PSL this Texas girl has ever had! 10/10! Thanks barista Johnny for your hospitality and an amazing latte!“

“Best coffee shop in NYC👍🏻“

“There were no alligators in sight, unfortunately, but the service was excellent. Emma and Lena (I think) were very welcoming. I was the first drip coffee order of the day (this was around 4pm), but they were still accommodating. Convenient location, a crisp air temperature, a carefully curated bookshop. Bread upon request. Also milk and/or cream upon request. And bathroom upon request. Good service, whether requested or not. Would recommend“

“Great experience at Tartinery Cafe located in the lower level food court of the incredible Grand Central Station! High quality fresh ingredients, healthy options, and all tasting delicious. We tried the soup and open sandwich deal - trying all three different soups - Lentil, butternut squash, and mushrooms, all were amazing and would recommend. With a friendly team of staff, it makes the perfect lunch spot in NYC!“

“Cutesy little coffee shop bakery that I stumbled upon while in town. Small, quaint, quiet and cutesy. My gf and I ordered a slice of Banana Walnut Bread, Spearmint Hot Tea, Iced Passionfruit Black Tea and Kouign-amann. We were so impressed w the quality, taste and presentation of everything as everything was enjoyable and something we'd definitely purchase again.“

“We walked in last night without a reservation. The owner/chef was extremely friendly and helpful and made sure that we were happy with everything we ordered and with the service. The cocktails were lovely and I enjoyed the vegan.bulgogi bibimbop quite a lot and my friend really liked her cheesecake.
The restaurant is beautiful and the live music added a special touch. I’ll be back!“

“Excellent coffee and best cookies in the city! Baristas know what they’re doing, service is quick, and single origin specialty coffee is a bonus!“

“The flavor of this restaurant is actually not that far from what I had in China, and it's fairly authentic.“

“First visit and it was fantastic. The iced coffee and cherry danish were both amazing — equally good, and perfect together.

The owner, Tony, makes you feel so welcome and right at home. Warm spot with genuinely great coffee. Highly recommend.“

“We happened by last Friday and I asked for a recommendation. I tried the cookies and caramel and it was the best ice cream I've had in a long time! I have thought about it multiple times since returning home from our trip! It's so good!☺️👏“

“The people who work here are all so lovely, in addition to the incredible products they sell. These donuts are the best donuts I've ever had, and the fact that they are a nut free business.... Well, i can't want to come back to New York and have more!! The croissant donut was out of this world and the stuff of dreams, if you like donuts!! Thank you, Donut Pub, for another memorable visit!!“

“This coffee shop was a highlight of my time in the Financial District. Jae, the barista, and her bestie were engaged in very friendly conversation with another customer. As I waited for my coffee to be done, it was so friendly and engaging and the vibe here was awesome. I could have stayed longer just chatting, but had to run.

Oh, and the pistachio latte with pistachio milk was pretty good.“