Best americano in the city. Very warm and helpful people. This will be a regular place for me.
Amelia T
Good coffee great atmosphere. Not too far from grand central so wandered over and got a latte. Wasn’t very busy but there was space to sit and free water. Latte was good and nice latte art. The barista was really kind and quick. Would go back if I was in the area
Safa Çınar
Your coffees are very delicious, especially the Turkish friends working there were very attentive and attentive, thank you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eva
I had a wonderful experience here! The waiter and the owner were exceptionally kind and welcoming. My latte was delicious, and the apple turnover was fresh and tasty. Thanks again for the complimentary coffee, such a nice gesture. I’ll definitely be coming back for more! À bientôt ☕️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Suzanne B
I’ve been to this location a few times over the past year. It’s on my way home from my Dr’s appointments, so I make it a point to stop in to have a hand-made hot drink (I recommend the Matcha latte; made without sugar, it’s an excellent combo of creamy dense foam & flavorful green tea—they have flavors too,like Lavender, Maple, or Rose—which I haven’t sampled due to added sugar). The first time I stopped by was because their neighbor up the street (a florist/cafe) referred me to them. The staff were so nice! Delighted to see they have several vegan options, I bought 2 pastries to go, & they were delish—moist, flavorful & satisfying! Of course I just had to sample their hot drinks, so a few months later I stopped by to order the above-mentioned Matcha Latte & the vegan banana bread. Same friendly staff. I sat near the door, with a sunny view onto Second Avenue. (Only drawback: smokers tend to linger in front of the place; I had to chase one away due to the noxious smoke entering the open door, ruining the flavorful meal I was having!) On the latest visit, ambience was still great (GC has several locations in the city, which I’ve gone to for takeout, but this, my first GC, is still my fave); the banana bread was gone, but they had a new (to me) vegan chocolate brownie which turned out to be a superb match to the cappuccino I got (more on that later)—a little too sweet for my taste at first bite, it devolved into a bitter undertone, & then swept me into its chocolately core. Amazing! The staff was not as sharp as I’d experienced previously—my cappuccino order is pretty specific (I’ve honed it over years going to Starbucks!), but as I watched the barista make my drink, I saw him pour the milk into the coffee—a no-no for me, since it dilutes the decaf, so I always request that they scoop the foam, not pour). He started over, and, after I repeated the instructions I’d given the cashier, made it to my order. It was SO well made, I ordered another! So this is why they get 4 stars instead of 5 on service. The place is small & can get cramped, so 4 stars instead of 5 because you may not find a seat at all (if I remember correctly, the seating capacity might be 4-6!) But if it’s a nice day, get your order to go—there’s a small garden-like plaza a few blocks north on the same side of Second Avenue, so you can enjoy your meal al fresco (they do offer a limited choice of sandwiches & cold bottled drinks—but I’ve mentioned what they really do best here). Bon Appétit!
Vegetarian options: I believe I’ve spied the ubiquitous caprese (basil/tomato/mozz) sandwich, & they may have a salad; however, a few blocks North is that florist/cafe, where I had a rockin’ version of this sammie!
Dietary restrictions: Vegan & gluten-free pastry & milk options for your latte or cappucino! May also have limited vegetarian sandwich options
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Pastries
Katja Dierker
Went for breakfast. Very friendly and good bagels.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Natalie Vera
Hole in the wall cafe. Wouldnt even know it’s there from the dingy looking exterior. Chai latte is decent and would grab one if in a pickle.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Jessica Gallegos
Nearby the hotel we stayed at and had solid coffee. Small place with loud music. Staff was typical of the NYC stereotype. Order your coffee and go.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Shirley Mui
Exemplary CS of the barista and the extra toasty everything biscuit hits the spot superbly well. Total hidden gem by Grand Central and the soundtrack is on point with London Grammar and more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jonathan Coleman, Sr.
Great coffee, was right around the corner from where we were staying, just wished it opened earlier.
Unfriendly staff. You probably have a lot of tourists going there: don’t make them feel stupid just because you don’t understand their accent and because they order a ‘pain au chocolat’ which is a chocolate croissant in the US.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
C G
Quick in and out before work
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
claudia g
Quick in and out before work
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Camila Antelo Iriarte
Small but cozy. Playlist was giving European club (with some Turkish music there and Mwaki) so could be a give but idk for what (maybe low key laptop tasks). Has internet, but no bathrooms
Best americano in the city. Very warm and helpful people. This will be a regular place for me.
Good coffee great atmosphere. Not too far from grand central so wandered over and got a latte. Wasn’t very busy but there was space to sit and free water. Latte was good and nice latte art. The barista was really kind and quick. Would go back if I was in the area
Your coffees are very delicious, especially the Turkish friends working there were very attentive and attentive, thank you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had a wonderful experience here! The waiter and the owner were exceptionally kind and welcoming. My latte was delicious, and the apple turnover was fresh and tasty. Thanks again for the complimentary coffee, such a nice gesture. I’ll definitely be coming back for more! À bientôt ☕️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve been to this location a few times over the past year. It’s on my way home from my Dr’s appointments, so I make it a point to stop in to have a hand-made hot drink (I recommend the Matcha latte; made without sugar, it’s an excellent combo of creamy dense foam & flavorful green tea—they have flavors too,like Lavender, Maple, or Rose—which I haven’t sampled due to added sugar). The first time I stopped by was because their neighbor up the street (a florist/cafe) referred me to them. The staff were so nice! Delighted to see they have several vegan options, I bought 2 pastries to go, & they were delish—moist, flavorful & satisfying! Of course I just had to sample their hot drinks, so a few months later I stopped by to order the above-mentioned Matcha Latte & the vegan banana bread. Same friendly staff. I sat near the door, with a sunny view onto Second Avenue. (Only drawback: smokers tend to linger in front of the place; I had to chase one away due to the noxious smoke entering the open door, ruining the flavorful meal I was having!) On the latest visit, ambience was still great (GC has several locations in the city, which I’ve gone to for takeout, but this, my first GC, is still my fave); the banana bread was gone, but they had a new (to me) vegan chocolate brownie which turned out to be a superb match to the cappuccino I got (more on that later)—a little too sweet for my taste at first bite, it devolved into a bitter undertone, & then swept me into its chocolately core. Amazing! The staff was not as sharp as I’d experienced previously—my cappuccino order is pretty specific (I’ve honed it over years going to Starbucks!), but as I watched the barista make my drink, I saw him pour the milk into the coffee—a no-no for me, since it dilutes the decaf, so I always request that they scoop the foam, not pour). He started over, and, after I repeated the instructions I’d given the cashier, made it to my order. It was SO well made, I ordered another! So this is why they get 4 stars instead of 5 on service. The place is small & can get cramped, so 4 stars instead of 5 because you may not find a seat at all (if I remember correctly, the seating capacity might be 4-6!) But if it’s a nice day, get your order to go—there’s a small garden-like plaza a few blocks north on the same side of Second Avenue, so you can enjoy your meal al fresco (they do offer a limited choice of sandwiches & cold bottled drinks—but I’ve mentioned what they really do best here). Bon Appétit!
Vegetarian options: I believe I’ve spied the ubiquitous caprese (basil/tomato/mozz) sandwich, & they may have a salad; however, a few blocks North is that florist/cafe, where I had a rockin’ version of this sammie!
Dietary restrictions: Vegan & gluten-free pastry & milk options for your latte or cappucino! May also have limited vegetarian sandwich options
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Pastries
Went for breakfast. Very friendly and good bagels.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hole in the wall cafe. Wouldnt even know it’s there from the dingy looking exterior. Chai latte is decent and would grab one if in a pickle.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Nearby the hotel we stayed at and had solid coffee. Small place with loud music. Staff was typical of the NYC stereotype. Order your coffee and go.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Exemplary CS of the barista and the extra toasty everything biscuit hits the spot superbly well. Total hidden gem by Grand Central and the soundtrack is on point with London Grammar and more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great coffee, was right around the corner from where we were staying, just wished it opened earlier.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
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Unfriendly staff. You probably have a lot of tourists going there: don’t make them feel stupid just because you don’t understand their accent and because they order a ‘pain au chocolat’ which is a chocolate croissant in the US.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Quick in and out before work
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Quick in and out before work
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Small but cozy. Playlist was giving European club (with some Turkish music there and Mwaki) so could be a give but idk for what (maybe low key laptop tasks). Has internet, but no bathrooms
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
criminally overpriced coffee
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