Cute space. Empty when we came, but filled up quickly and many people doing takeaway…read more I got the cappuccino and my husband got the roma latte. The cappuccino was solid and the roma latte tasted like drinking a creamy not too sweet liquid Nutella (in a good way). They use a hazelnut paste rather than syrup and you can really taste the difference. Worth a try if you like hazelnut, ferrero rochers, chocolate, Nutella, etc. They only have two pastries - concha and churro donut. We also decided to wait for their concha as they were just baking a fresh batch and oh my oh my. The slightly sweet and crumbly topping, pillowy steamy dough in cold rainy weather was exactly what we needed. The only thing I have qualms about is how little it was because we devoured it in an instant. If you're in the area, give this place a try. The coffee is good, the barista is super nice, and the pastry is to die for.

((4.50 stars))…read more Mandrake Cafe is a welcoming neighborhood coffee shop raising the caffeinated beverage business on Orchard Street. the interior is a modern clean light-soaked space with a reasonable amount of tables and seating for such a compact lean space. the focus is the coffee program with a few tea options. hailing from Mexico City, Mandrake Cafe serves a brew based on a dark roast coffee bean (i believe) and sources from Mexico, but roasts locally. the coffee is rich in deep flavor--with a smooth coffee flavor with a balanced bitter note, and almost like a chocolatey nutty note. the coffee aroma is delicious and really is the first thing that will lead you into enjoying the caffeinated brews before a sip. enjoyed both cortados and Americano's here and both are proficiently made with care...the consistency is no mean feat. it's another charming addition to the Lower East Side's coffee landscape. the barista's are friendly and knowledgeable and full of energy to chat while putting together your favorite coffee. they do get busy on the weekend, but the wait is worth it...especially if you're walking around the neighborhood and want some warm caffeinated vibes on the stroll through the LES.

I passed by Smiley Coffee and remembered seeing posts about them on Instagram. The store has a…read moredistinctive branding with a cute logo and retro, high-end wooden furnishings. It somehow reminds me of Brown Bee Coffee, a cafe I really liked in Providence near Brown University. However, despite the aesthetics, the drink I got was pretty underwhelming. I ordered one their signature drinks, Espresso Yuzu Tonic. They ran out of tonic water so it was replaced with sparkling water. Very mid for an $8 ish drink tbh. Regardless of lacking the flavor of tonic water, I couldn't taste the yuzu flavor either. I've had many espresso tonic in my life and this is unfortunately one of the worst :( Speaking of service, the baristas were chatting and didn't even call me when my drink was ready. When I asked for a straw, I was told they ALSO ran out of straws...I ended up mixing my drink with a wooden stirrer. Cute store but I won't be back.

This is a fun coffee shop. A few places to sit around and just chill and watch people. The coffee…read moreis really good and very clean environment. Definitely worth a stop for some good coffee.

Very relaxing place with enough people to feel a vibe but not so many that you feel rushed…read more I got an einspanner cos I obviously don't care about my lactose intolerance but the barista made is so well it was worth all the bloating. It's small enough with chairs etc Highly recommend

Pretty good. Einspanner is yummy and not too sweet a hint of salt!…read more it's like $10 Would not gravitate directly to this space because it is dark inside but the staff is friendly

What an unexpected gem!…read more I got my favorite - an iced double espresso with a shot of oat milk and it was delicious. The coffee was, like, really good. I'm going back! Great location with such a stellar view of soho and a very authentic coffee spot.

Really enjoyed my visit to Moka Moment Coffee House while in NYC. It was the perfect spot to start…read morethe morning, with a cozy and welcoming atmosphere that makes you want to slow down for a bit before heading out into the city. I was especially pleased with the service, the cashier/barista was super helpful and recommended the salted caramel latte, when being unsure why to order and it did not disappoint. It had a rich, smooth flavor with just the right balance of sweetness, making it a great pick-me-up to kick off the day in New York. I also tried the almond and chocolate croissant, which was fresh, flaky, and delicious. A perfect pairing with the latte. You can tell they pay attention to both quality and presentation. Overall, a great coffee stop with friendly service and tasty options. I'd definitely come back next time I'm in the city!

((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,

I've been to The Lost Draft a few times and it has never disappointed! As a self professed coffee…read moresnob I'm not always easy to please but they have yet to miss. It's a chill environment playing all the "bops" as they called them, and it's never loud or overwhelming. I also was just there for a Bible Study event hosted by Epiphany Church Brooklyn. The space was so peaceful and open, and the staff was so accommodating and welcoming. Can't wait to pop back in.

Lost Draft Coffee was a great find. I tried the Osmanthus latte and it fully lived up to the hype…read more The flavor was unique and really well done. It is also a great spot to work from home. The café is spacious with plenty of outlets, and the staff were super friendly throughout my visit. I would definitely come back.

Hidden down an alley, this spot serves some great specialty drinks! The workers are friendly and…read morethe drinks are all tasty - I've had the black camo and the green one too and both are solid. Not too sweet and great flavor. Don't come here if you're trying to work because there's not much sitting space and it's kinda busy since it's a shared space.

Sawada Coffee shop is located inside Au Cheval restaurant for shared retail space that sits on a…read morevery obscurity alley in Chinatown, Manhattan, NYC. After reading this coffee shop that was mention in "Eater New York" on June 13, 2019, it lured me for a visit. https://ny.eater.com/2019/6/13/18677588/sawada-au-cheval-nyc-coffee-review Indeed, both Sawada Coffee and Au Cheval originated in Chicago, IL and now have a NYC location. I do not drink coffee in any form. However, I am intrigued with the military latte artisan craftsmanship creation and wish there was a military pastry or baked good in honor of my beloved family member who was a service member. I came to Sawada on a business day morning in the passage of time during my professional duties. My desiderium for a cold cup of tea to continue battling NYC's summer plaguing heat and humidity by staying hydrated prior to my professional duties and to battle the excessive poor air quality index (AQI) of horrible air pollution for consequence of Canada's wildfire smoke amid wearing a face mask. Customer service is very attentive welcoming and friendly whom my male server/cashier took the time to make suggestion with understanding of my needs and requests. This male server was not curt, but assisted me with respect, patience and perspective as I matter. He permitted me to take photos without question which are posted to this review. My eyes were affixed with captivation for the pastries/ baked goods particularly the gargantuan chocolate chip cookie $4.99. Oh! There are several limited seating with actual tables. The decor is dark intimate and cozy of wooden wall panels, and warm lighting. Sawada Coffee features a stylized, half-face half-skull caricature of founder and world-champion barista Hiroshi Sawada. The self-serve condiment station is abundant comprehensive well stocked including honey, brown sugar, coffee sweeteners, syrups, coffee lids and cold cup lids. Sustainable paper straws are available which tasted disgusting for an undesirable cardboard-like flavor totally impair enjoyment of my drink. Oh! Sawada's post cards and stickers are available for grabs. Au Cheval restaurant business card is also available for grabs. I would surely return for this coveted chocolate chip cookie. Jasmine cold brew, $5.95 I always have a strong predilection for Jasmine tea. I love the pleasant aromatic scent. Jasmine green tea (hot) is stocked in my home. It surely awaken my soul filling with renewed hope and optimism. There were abundant large block square ice cubes which amazingly sustained my drink's coldness the entire sipping time while I was in the vicinity. My cup was finally sweating with condensation from the ice. At long last! I always drink slowly for full immerse enjoyment especially wine. The tea was refreshing for taste and to intake antioxidants for health benefits. It is then I was able to achieve equanimity state of being.

Came into Derby Cup Coffee looking for a quick place to warm up and grab a cup of coffee. The staff…read morewere friendly and attentive, but not the most helpful--when I asked for their most popular drink, I got more of a full menu rundown than a clear recommendation. I ended up going with the pistachio latte, which was actually delightful and left me wishing I could have ordered a larger size. Definitely the highlight of the visit. That said, the atmosphere left a lot to be desired. Seating is extremely limited, with only a handful of small tables inside and a couple outside. It even seemed like a few of the indoor tables were being occupied by staff or owners, which made it harder to find a spot. I ended up sitting outside... only to get pooped on by a bird sitting in their awning. Not exactly the café experience I had in mind--though obviously not entirely their fault. Overall, great coffee, but my past visits here have consistently left me underwhelmed when it comes to the space and overall ambiance.

Absolutely loved the ambiance. Service was pretty good as well. I liked the coffee a lot. The…read morebiscuit was yummy and had a good texture. The s'mores cookie was good. Overall would say the pastries were over salted.