New York City, United States

Best cafes in New York City

24 places, ranked by traveler reviews. Coffee worth crossing New York City for, specialty roasters, brunch spots and quiet corners to work.

Cafe4.8

Le Parisien Bakery

8,501 reviews

A beloved French bakery in Midtown Manhattan, famous for its flaky croissants, artisan breads, and charming Parisian atmosphere.

Cafe4.3

Starbucks Reserve Roastery New York

7,531 reviews

A sprawling, multi-level coffee wonderland in Chelsea featuring rare brews, a working roastery, and artisanal pastries.

Cafe4.8

787 Coffee Co.

5,691 reviews

A specialty coffee shop in Midtown Manhattan, serving Puerto Rican coffee and pastries in a cozy setting.

Cafe4.9

787 Coffee

4,317 reviews

Top-rated NYC cafe serving Puerto Rican coffee in a cozy Lexington Ave setting.

Cafe4.9

787 Coffee

3,955 reviews

Puerto Rican coffee shop in New York City's West Village, famous for its high-quality espresso and warm atmosphere.

Cafe4.5

Bibble & Sip

3,682 reviews

Popular NYC cafe in Midtown Manhattan, famous for its matcha lattes and Japanese-style desserts.

Cafe4.5

Devoción

2,751 reviews

Brooklyn cafe sourcing coffee directly from Colombia, offering a farm-to-cup experience in a bright, plant-filled space.

Cafe4.5

Little Collins

2,697 reviews

A cozy Australian-style cafe in Midtown Manhattan known for its flat whites, avocado toast, and minimalist decor.

Cafe4.6

Culture Espresso

2,429 reviews

A bustling café near Times Square in NYC, famous for its exceptional espresso, fresh pastries, and quick, friendly service.

Cafe4.7

Bluestone Lane Tribeca Café

1,614 reviews

Australian-style coffee shop in Tribeca known for its flat whites, avocado toast, and bright, welcoming space.

Cafe4.7

The Lost Draft

1,439 reviews

A cozy, book-themed café in Nolita known for its carefully crafted coffee and literary ambiance.

Cafe4.7

Frisson Espresso

1,298 reviews

A cozy specialty coffee shop in Midtown Manhattan, known for its expertly brewed espresso and minimalist vibe.

Cafe4.5

Black Fox Coffee

1,193 reviews

A specialty coffee shop in Manhattan's Financial District known for its expertly brewed single-origin coffees and minimalist design.

Cafe4.6

Bird & Branch Coffee Roasters

938 reviews

A specialty coffee roastery and cafe in Hell's Kitchen, known for single-origin beans and a minimalist, welcoming atmosphere.

Cafe4.7

Qahwah House coffee - W Village

928 reviews

A Yemeni-style coffee house in New York's West Village, offering traditional qishr and expertly brewed single-origin coffee in a cozy setting.

Cafe4.6

Coffee Project New York | East Village

822 reviews

A specialty coffee shop in NYC's East Village, celebrated for its innovative brews and minimalist, industrial-chic vibe.

Cafe4.7

Drip Drop Café, coffee shop

818 reviews

A charming coffee shop on Thompson Street in SoHo, NYC, with a 4.7 rating from 818 reviews, known for its artisanal brews.

Cafe4.7

Urban Backyard

747 reviews

A charming Nolita cafe with a hidden garden courtyard, serving specialty coffee and light bites in a relaxed, artsy atmosphere.

Cafe4.6

Suited NYC

743 reviews

A cozy café in Manhattan's Financial District, Suited NYC serves specialty coffee, hearty sandwiches, and pastries in a stylish, modern space.

Cafe4.6

Urbana Cafe and Gallery

441 reviews

A cozy Chelsea cafe blending art and coffee, featuring rotating gallery exhibitions and specialty brews.

Cafe4.8

Sote Coffee Roasters

419 reviews

A specialty coffee roastery and cafe on the Upper West Side, praised for its artisanal brews and cozy atmosphere.

Cafe4.6

Le Cafe Coffee

265 reviews

A cozy, fast-service cafe in Midtown Manhattan, popular for quality coffee and quick bites near Central Park.

Cafe4.7

Paper Sons Cafe

234 reviews

A Chinatown cafe blending Chinese-American heritage with specialty coffee and pastries.

Cafe4.3

Le Cafe Coffee

183 reviews

A cozy midtown Manhattan cafe offering coffee, pastries, and light bites near Rockefeller Center.