I absolutely LOVE the masala chai served here. Easily one of the best chai's I've ever had. Very herbaceous and spiced... So extremely flavorful! I get the oat milk version, and it's amazing. They even serve bags of their mix with instructions on how to make your own drink at home. I've bought the mix and it's nearly as good as in-store (drinks are always better when made by someone else haha.) Note it does take 6 mins to make this version of their chai, so make sure you're not in a rush when ordering. read more

This cafe was a pleasant surprise for me. Not much seating so be prepared to take your drink and baked good to go. I had the lavender latte and a pistachio donut. The latte was perfect and the donut was to die for. If I ever have an unshakable sweet tooth I know where to go. This cafe is in my home neighborhood so best believe I will be returning with friends. read more

Absolutely delicious chai. One of the best I've had in the city. Would definitely recommend. Pretty small inside but some decent seating and wasn't crowded at all on a Sunday afternoon. read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

This was the BEST cardamom brew I've ever had. Small coffee shop. There are 3 stools at window for you to sit at. They sell bags of coffee and chai. I imagine their chai must be very good as well. They offer several pastries (Indian donuts). read more

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Listen, I barely use caps for my Yelp reviews. I already love their chai so much. The most authentic cup of chai in NYC. BUT THEIR CARDAMOM BREW IS THE BEST ICED COFFEE. I literally went out of my way on my hour long morning commute to stop by for the first cardamom brew of the season. read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - CARDAMOM BREW - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Loved the coffee and the service. The cafe is pretty small and doesn't have much seating room but my friend and I stuck around for a while chatting it up with the barista who was truly friendly. This was the only experience I have had where tipping the barista made sense because she did provide an excellent service and I didn't just feel obligated to tip. I don't live in NYC but got a gift card in anticipation of returning soon. I had the Brown sugar brew which was sweet and flavorful. I could actually taste the spices it's supposed to be infused with which makes it worthwhile going to. The lattes here are distinct from caramel or pistachio lattes you might get elsewhere. read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - HG BROWN SUGAR BREW topped with star anise. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Love the sweet caramel brew from here. It's my go to. The cafe itself is pretty tiny but they have a couple seats by the window. read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Have tried and liked their other locations in NJ, and was happy to see one open downtown. Cold brew is fantastic. Will be back to try more drinks (I love their iced taro latte) and pastries! read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - COLD BREW COFFEE - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

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Recommend trying the ginger chai and masala chai with their regular milk (made fresh on the stovetop). I wasn't a huge fan of the consistency and flavor of the oat milk they use so if you can handle the dairy get regular milk! They also have gulab jamun donuts and other pastries. This location is smaller than their other ones but glad they finally have a spot in Manhattan! read more

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My love affair with HG began in 2022; I attended a Yelp Elite Event at the Williamsburg location. The event catered to three obsessions for me: Williamsburg, Chai and heavenly pastries. It was there that I met the owner, Anand and was impressed with his courteous disposition and that made a huge impression on me. Today, I decided to visit the East Village location; on a rainy day off I needed the warmth of HG's chai and hospitality. I noticed a familiar employee from Williamsburg, Chels. I asked about the new coffees I read that HG is offering: Colombia Honey and Ethiopian Yirgacheffe.which this location did not carry. No worries, I'll plan a trip to Williamsburg to try them..I then decided to try the Brown Sugar Matcha and a bagel with scallion cream cheese. The matcha was expertly made, however, the taste was just not to my liking. I hardly tasted the brown sugar. To be fair, I'm not a huge matcha lover and I'm trying to acquire a taste for it. The bagel with scallion cream cheese was scrumptious; the scallion cc had such a delicious taste and so fresh!!! Absolutely worth the cheat!! This location is one fourth the size of Williamsburg ( I love the umbrella adorned ceiling at Bklyn location) and a very small dining area but very cozy on a rainy day. The one consistency is the customer service: top notch and the personnel always make me feel welcomed. Just great! Special shout out to Chels and Mo. And... Anand. the mark of a true great leader is through his people, service and product. Hidden Ground excels at all three! HG: take R train to 8th St NYU stop. Exit through Astor Place and Bdwy, left at Lafayette and you are there! read more

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Came across this coffee shop through instagram. A follower kept posting about the New Orleans cold brew. It is made with chicory coffee. I am still unsure what chicory is but I was heaitant to taste it as it has notes of nuttiness to it I was told. I told the barista about my nut allergy so we went back and forth debating if it was a good idea I get it. So at first I ordered just a regular iced latte and then I said I would buy the viral drink just to taste it. When I took a small sip I knew it was not for me. Oh well. The Barista was nice enough to wipe the machines down as she knew about my allergies. At first when I walked into this coffee shop I was surprised about how small but cute it was. There was no one at the counter for a few min that I was there. I was a bit confused and thought it was a place to only order from a qr code or something. But then finally someone did come out. She was very nice I will say. This coffee shop has more than just coffee. They have pastries and actual food as well. read more

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I got the honey bee latte: the cinnamon and honey notes were perfect with the fragrant and creamy coffee. Also tried some of their pastries. The pistachio doughnut is light, not too sweet, and a great pair with the latte. The interior is very cute with plants and a modern look. There's minimal seating inside the shop, but the staff is so sweet. Definitely recommend this shop! read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - Honey bee latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Went back a second time to try the taro matcha dream and I loved it. glad to have this gem within a short walking distance.

Great place for chai and addition to the neighborhood. Here's what you need to know: 1. Small place with local pastries with incredible flavors 2. Stovetop chai is an option... this is not a drill! 3. Honestly better quality and more variety than some of the other chai places that have popped up recently. 4. Limited seating. Meant to be more grab and go. read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Might be my new favorite iced coffee in the city! So many unique menu items that we'll have to try next time, including chai but also taro and matcha drinks! We had the sweet caramel and New Orleans style brew and they were both incredible!!! Both were lightly sweet and deeply nutty and creamy and just delicious! The barista was efficient and friendly and recommended the sweet caramel brew for me. Just wish they had a couple more locations uptown, but it's still worth the trek read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - NEW ORLEANS BREW SWEET CARAMEL BREW - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Great spot for grabbing coffee on the way to work. Their espresso tastes great, and they have unique flavors like cardamom and masala chai, given they are a coffee and chai house. They have self-order tablets as soon as you walk in, and the staff was very friendly. The store is small with very limited seating by the window; definitely a place to get coffee to go. Great place for a quality cup of coffee when you're on the move! read more

I absolutely loveeeeeeee their New Orleans cold brew! It is so good. I come here whenever I want to treat myself. This time I brought my sisters to try their drinks and sweets. We tried their rose and pistachio donut (liked the rose one more) and their lavender cinnamon croissant. You should definitely share these as they're pretty sweet and heavy but they are pretty good! I've also tried their blueberry donut in the past and enjoyed it. In terms of their service, the last time I came the girl at the front desk was not as friendly and seemed to be bothered when I asked for a straw/ napkin but this time there was a new employee who was super friendly and happy to answer questions. read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - Lavender cinnamon roll - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Randomly stopped by this place while walking and I'm so glad I did! The iced rose chai and rose cardamom donut were both delicious! I will go back and try some of their other items and donuts next time. I still dream about the donut... read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - Rose cardamom donut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

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very small modern coffee + chai shop. there are a couple seats by the window and standing room for a few people. this Hidden Grounds is very much a grab-n-go location for your chai, coffee, and small bites needs. there's a touchscreen to order, i didn't use it and ordered directly with the barista...i find touchscreens in a place to be impersonal and weird especially in a coffee spot. if i was going the whole "minimum contact"--i'd just order via an app if available. however, i get why there is a touchscreen especially if there's a line or busy, but coffee is personal and requires some interaction like asking what the coffee roast is or extra water in an Americano etc. stopped in, recently. ordered a black Americano hot and it was solidly good and warmed me up on one of the cool Fall afternoons. the coffee was a medium roast, I believe. pretty smooth and does the job of caffeine + warmth in 12 oz. there's also a few small food items like a variety of donuts and a cheddar biscuit--definitely will be back to try one of those at some point. the staffer was personable and friendly. worth a stop by if you're in the Astor Place vicinity and needs some caffeine or calories OR both. read more

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Good spot for some good chai! Small coffeeshop with a couple of stools. I'd come back and also try their pastries that are made in house. read more

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Stopped by after enjoying their other spots and was glad to have an option downtown. The cold brew stands out smooth and well balanced and the menu has plenty of interesting iced drinks worth exploring. Pastries pair nicely, though the selection can be limited at times. The space is compact with minimal seating, so it's better for a quick stop than a long hangout. Some drinks lean a bit sweet for my taste, but the quality is consistent overall. A solid place I'd return to when I'm in the area. read more

My favorite Chai spot in the city and the staff is always nice. Shoutout to Carmen in the Village!

Cute little coffee and chai shop! I wanted to grab a quick pick me up before my gala and this was right by my hotel so I decided to check it out. There are tons of chai options and I opted for the dirty chai for an energy boost. I also got a pistachio donut as a little sweet treat for the morning when I fly out. The chai was flavorful and mixed well the espresso! The donut was also very flavorful with the cardamom. It was a little much for me but if you love Indian sweet treats it's the donut version of one. Definitely would recommend read more

Authentic chai, delicious and warming. The barista told me that it would take a few mins, and boy was it worth it. I ordered the masala chai and It came with a pretty piece of star anise floating on the top. I would go back to try other stovetop drinks and maybe one of their beautiful looking pastries. read more

decent coffee, not obsessed just a classic iced latte like anywhere else but the ambiance is good and i like the interior decor a lot

New Orleans drink was great, rose donut and chocolate chip cookie were pretty good, too.

Yummy! Very autumnal flavors that are earthy and aromatic. Definitely fun to try. I got the pumpkin cold brew. The place was lowkey packed though like I couldn't get my drink for a hot sec because a group of college kids flooded that area. read more

Great service and a perfectly balanced ginger chai. The flavor was rich without being overly sweet, and the ginger was just right--not too overpowering. Our barista was excellent, taking the time to explain the brewing process and making us feel welcome. The spot also seems to be a local favorite, with a steady stream of customers coming in. read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - Ginger chai - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

FINALLY - chai that tastes like chai, and not sugary milk with a side of cinnamon syrup (if I'm lucky, or maybe someone ate a cinnamon cookie and breathed in the direction of my chai, if I'm not). THIS chai tastes like it was made on a stovetop by simmering spices for hours, which I believe it actually was. Any sweetness it has is mostly from the milk, but the overall effect is 'curated spice cabinet'. Be careful when you order, because there are two name duplicates of some kinds of chai, one under 'stovetop drinks' and one under 'chai drinks'. Order the one under 'stovetop'. I didn't specify which 'cardamom chai' I meant at first because I didn't see the duplicate. The woman working there was nice enough to remake it for me, but because of my error, I saw both versions, and the stovetop is definitely the one you want if you want simmered spices and not syrup. read more

New coffee shop in the area. It's a small shop, but they do have a side table with four stools. Very unique menu of coffee, including chai, cold brew, and filter coffee. They also sell donuts, which I have yet to try. Maybe on my next visit. read more

First time trying a New Orleans brew and I loved it! It wasn't overly sweet and I loved the hint of spice from the chicory! Perfect place for grabbing a coffee, not many seats inside. read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - NEW ORLEANS BREW - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Amazing selection of coffee and donuts! My favorite donut is the blueberry one. Whenever I'm in lower Manhattan checking out my favorite video game store, this is the coffee shop I go to. read more

Hidden Grounds Coffee - Donuts - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

can't comment on the stove top chai. But came here with friends it's a small place. We got honey lavender latte, rose chai and lavender matcha. Had high hopes cause of large menu but latte was okay and the rose chai was milk and syrup so nothing special and the matcha was not ceremonial grade! Service was good read more

Way too sweet pure sugar drinks and overpriced. Basically no seating. Was sold out of the doughnuts. Wouldn't go back.

Was soooo happy to see my favorite coffee shop open up in this location! Their coffee and chai are as consistently good as their other locations, and their service is outstanding...everyone is always so happy to serve this location is super cute and quaint compared to their others but keeps the same charm. Keep up the great works, HG! You guys have done it again! read more