A really delightful, minimalist cafe that's opened up recently with a choice between dark and light…read moreroast for all espresso based drinks. For a hot day, I really enjoy their iced summer Americano. The lemon tartness complements the coffee for an overall balanced drink. SEATING AND AMBIANCE: There was no AC on when I was there, which wasn't much of an issue with the doors open. Several 2-seat tables, more secluded elevated nook, and communal seating. The space is designed around a feeling of calm: dark woods and white break and a touch of greenery to bring life to the open space.

Stopped by this new coffee shop for a quick "pick me up" and somehow left emotionally attached to…read moretheir iced latte (Apollo/medium roast beans). It was so smooth and delicious that I considered ordering a second one before I'd even finished the first. Perfectly balanced, refreshing, and did not taste like flavored water. My wallet is already nervous because I know I'll be back. Highly recommend!

I am usually not a fan of matcha but they made me a fan of this one. The strawberry matcha here was…read moresoooo yummy and definitely worth the wait. There is some seating but a little cramped in the store. Definitely recommend trying one of their specialty matchas

Cute little spot where many others were working on their laptops like I was. It's tiny but there's…read moreabout 8 seats inside along with some benches outside. They do have wifi and outlets, which is nice. I ordered the Pandan Matcha Latte ($7) and they even brought it to my table. The drink had just a hint of pandan, but mostly just your typical cup of matcha. Not bad, not great.

((4.75 stars)) if…read moreyou're in NoLita, have time, and in need of well-made coffee, then stop by % Arabica. i have been here a few times in the past and more often recently...it really depends on if i have things to do that involve traversing Prince Street. the airy coffee shop lets in a lot of natural light and has good lighting inside to keep the interior vibe bright, energetic, but not frenetic. the space exudes a clean modern aesthetic--off-white plus warm woods. a really good amount of seating in the forms of a large sofa area as well as the stools at the front windows. while the Arabica is often busy, the interior has that neat organized energy even with people milling about waiting for their coffee. while they do serve a small variety of baked items like croissants and brownies....the star is the menu of finely crafted coffee drinks. if you enjoy the flavor of coffee, order an espresso or Americano--the coffee doesn't miss. i believe it's a medium roast of Brazilian and Ethiopian coffee beans, but i think they have different bean choices or two if you prefer a different roast/blend. the Americanos, iced Americanos and espressos have a really satisfying flavorful coffee --kinda dark chocolatey, somewhat nutty, a low acidity, and almost a natural sweetness. really good stuff. the baristas here do not rush coffee drinks and that is a big reason why the drinks are consistently well-made beyond the talent of the staff. even when there is no line to the order counter, you'll often have a little wait because typically people sitting or standing around are all waiting for their orders. but the wait is worth it. trust. i will say the the folks typically taking orders feel a bit frosty and not authentic in interactions--just my read on the vibe. it's always a friendly veneer not a deep warmth especially if you have questions about the coffee roast or blend...maybe it's because lack of knowledge but often times it feels like they're distracted. but in their defense, everyone behind the counter seems to be doing 8 million things beyond a singular role which is a great and all, but I feel like this is why when i order let's say an "iced Americano"--the order will be inputted as a "hot Americano" as this happened the last time i was here. when i pointed this out, it still took a bit of time for my order to get corrected mainly because the counter person seemed to be doing too much or is tasked with doing too much. again, not a big deal but this is not the first time this happened. nonetheless, eventually i got my iced Americano and all was good. another snag ate % Arabica is the coffee condiment area. it's small and neatly arranged, but it ends up getting too crowded with people taking an exorbitant amount of time lallygagging while adding simple syrup or a lid to their coffees or the area is just too cramped because often the line to order snakes across this area which is only a couple of feet away. it's not the greatest placement for the condiments or lids imo. this can be (not always) be fairly frustrating when the shop is busy and you've already waited for you coffee and now you have to wait for someone to lacksadaisically pout a lid on their coffee, add sugar, their drink, etc. these are not reasons to avoid % Arabica, but to temper expectations when it comes to when it's busy or you want some down-to-earth hospitality along with your coffee. all that said, this is must for your morning or afternoon caffeine fix when you want a drink that is carefully made and represents that in the pleasant flavor of their coffee.

Some really solid coffee in New York. It's a great spot for a pick-me-up…read more I got an iced Kyoto Latte and my friend got a hot Americano. My palette isn't delicate enough to pick apart the tasting notes of the beans, but it went down smooth and it wasn't too sweet either. The interior was lively, service was quick. Drinks came out in a reasonable time, despite it being quite busy when we went. I've been recommended this place by friends in the past, and I will continue to recco this place to more friends in the future,

Amazing staff and drinks!…read more The Iced Black Sesame Expresso is my favorite. I've been trying to incorporate more black sesame into my diet given the health benefits. The combination of black sesame and the espresso hit just seemed like the best of both worlds in one drink. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The recommendation hit and I've been back a few times already. I also lost an item recently in the shop and was able to retrieve it with care and convenience. For sure I'll keep coming back!

Pretty good coffee and friendly staff in the middle of Chinatown. Worth a stop if you are in the…read morearea. Some home made pastries that I didn't try looked good. They also had a clean bathroom which is important for a coffee shop. You have to walk up a small flight of stairs to get in and it's easy to miss.

We stopped by Maru Cafe's Williamsburg location on a rainy day, so we were lucky to avoid the usual…read moreline. The café has a unique vibe, the drinks are reasonably priced, and we can definitely see why it's so popular. We ordered the Mocha and the Iced Breve Macchiato, and both were well made and enjoyable. The menu has a lot of interesting espresso drinks, signature beverages, and combinations that we'd love to come back and try. That said, while the coffee was very good, we personally wouldn't wait more than 10 minutes in line for it. Overall, we'd definitely recommend Maru Cafe if you can visit during a quieter time. Great coffee, fair prices, and a fun menu make it worth checking out, just try to avoid the peak-hour crowds.

The iced breve macchiato is pretty good! Comes in a 8oz, creamy topped espresso. The Ethiopia…read morepour over tasted quite watered down though. Couldn't finish the cup. Cute place, well decorated. A little bit of a short line in a sunday afternoon.

These are some of the best cafe drinks I think I've ever had!…read more We got the double matcha and black sesame coffee, and the flavors of both were so delicious. The matcha was the perfect matcha flavor without being too grassy or bitter or too sweet. It was also just the right texture! I also LOVED the black sesame coffee, which was creamy and full of black sesame and espresso flavor. If I lived near here I'd be here like every day. They have cute seating inside too, but not too much of it.

I came here the other day (on a weekday afternoon) as I happened to be in the area, and there was a…read moreshort line, so I figured I would take advantage of that. The drink menu is quite extensive with both duo drinks (cream tops) and more traditional matcha and coffee drinks. I got the earl gray matcha and it was absolutely delicious with the matcha flavor coming through. The service was excellent and friendly, but I'm docking a star because the space itself is pretty small with only a handful of tables. I could see this place getting beyond crowded which would make me claustrophobic if I was sitting at one of the tables with someone hovering over me. I would definitely come back to try more of their matcha drinks though.

Had the famous Crème Brûlée Coffee at this Cafe, and it was absolutely worth the hype!…read more The coffee was rich, creamy, and incredibly delicious. The brûléed sugar topping added the perfect sweetness and made it feel like a dessert and coffee all in one. Every sip was super yummy. The only thing I found a little strange was that they torch the sugar on top while it's in a plastic cup, but honestly, the taste was so good that I forgot about it pretty quickly, also thats the only way to do it so yeah. If you're in New York and love coffee, definitely give it a try!

known for their viral creme brulatte so I had to try it. it was cool how they made the drink in…read morefront of you and kept stacking layers of sugar and cream. service was a bit slow though the drink itself was balanced and not too sweet. however I don't think it's worth the strep price ($12)

Arcane is for those that appreciate the finest, and have a discerning taste for high quality coffee…read morebeans. The coffee beans are from Panama via farm to table. If you are a coffee connoisseur you will love this hidden gem. The atmosphere is cozy, intimate with a sophisticated vibe. The staff are all ten out of ten. The service was first class. I went during the week day, late morning, no lines, just a very short wait inside. Once I got to the register, I was able to sample the coffee, and I let the Barista pick my coffee based on my preference. The lovely barista picked a winner! Very happy with my coffee. The personalized service of the staff, and customers being educated on the coffee beans may create a small wait. However it's worth it. Special thanks to my dear Yelp friend Joseph (LA) for recommending this amazing coffee shop. Which has been awarded one of the best coffee shops in the world! You can find this gem just off Bleecker on Cornelia Street, in the West Village. Tip: Recommend going when they first open, or afternoon. If you want to avoid waiting outside in the line.

This was voted best coffee in the world…read more Service was efficient, friendly, and knowledgeable The space was clean and vibey.