Let me preface this with the fact that we live in the UES. So, getting here is quite the…read morepilgrimage. That, alone, should tell you how good this coffee shop is and worth coming. We've already been here a few times. Amazing every single time. Their coffee selection is superb. One of the best coffee shops in the City. Staff is great. On our first time, we came during their soft opening so we got to meet one of the co owners. Great dude. Not a lot sitting space, and the few benches they have are not the most comfortable. Overall, though, 10/10.

Great coffee and pour over selection. Loved the signature drinks as well. Baristas are…read moreknowledgeable and very friendly!

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.

The matcha was in lumps (and no I did not let it settle) and it's missing something to brighten it…read moreup. The mint brought out the earthiness of the matcha but was overpowering

Delicious drinks and pastries!! The matcha was smooth and creamy, which paired perfectly with the…read moresweet strawberry puree. And the staff are so kind, they made me feel welcomed in the establishment rather than rushed, which was much appreciated.

((4.5 stars)) a…read moresmall coffee shop + soft serve ice cream spot located on the Lower East Side. very cozy coffee shop with a couple of seats inside and a few outside (during warmer weather). Creme serves a full coffee menu as well as some other hot and cold drinks (like teas and such). there's also a small menu of soft serve ice cream in cups as well as cones. the coffee is good--i have enjoyed Americanos, here, during colder months when i walk around the LES. and I'd say the soft serve match ice cream is so good and hits the spot on warm days and nights.---the soft is smooth and creamy, not overly sweet. the service is friendly and quick. overall, a very small shop with lots to offer when you're in need a moment to catch your breath and treat yourself.

A very lowkey spot in LES. They have chai on draft with a banger of a playlist SIGN ME UP!!!!…read more I'll definitely be back.

I've consistently gone to Hideout Chai for the past few years and always plan to stop by when I'm…read morein the area. It has been my go-to for some of the best masala chai you'll get in NYC. All of the options on the menu are dairy-free since they use organic oat milk, which complements the tea very well. What stands out with the classic chai is the consistency of the spice blend; the flavors are always well balanced and it's never too sweet. They also sell bottled chai to go, and it tastes great after reheating on the stove. The owner is always really friendly and open to answering questions. The cafe itself has a minimalist aesthetic and gives you a sense of calm. The space inside is fairly small, with one large communal table toward the center and a few chairs with smaller tables along the sides. There's usually a mix of different patrons, from people doing work to others having side conversations. Definitely recommend stopping by if you're near the LES!

This is one of the best coffee shops I've been to in New York City! I had the guava slush, which…read morewas a great drink with a perfect balance of sweetness and coffee flavor. Next time, I definitely want to try their signature red bean drink. The service was also amazing! I briefly spoke with the owner, who was super sweet and friendly, and the person serving me and preparing my coffee was Austin, he was so fun to speak with, very friendly, explained the whole menu to me, and made a great cup of coffee!Those two are doing a great job running this coffee shop. The atmosphere inside is very cozy and comfortable. I highly recommend checking this place out!

Fasan is a small coffee shop on the Lower East Side that stands out immediately when I walked in…read more The space is cottage inspired and filled with curated vintage items. The interior is tight, so when it fills up it gets cozy fast, but the atmosphere is warm enough that it does not feel like a drawback. The red bean memory is the drink to order here. It lands somewhere between a red bean milk tea and a coffee, with a subtle red bean flavor that softens the espresso without masking it. The ingredients taste fresh and the balance works in a way that is hard to explain but immediately makes sense once I started drinking it. It is the kind of drink that justifies the trip on its own. The jasmine mango green tea is on the menu as well, but it is the weaker option if I am choosing between the two. Nothing offensive about it, it just does not have the same payoff as the red bean. The cream jasmine tea is worth considering if I want something on the tea side, with the jasmine coming through clearly against the cream. Prices are in line with what I would expect from a quality independent coffee shop in the neighborhood. The care that goes into the drinks shows in the final product. If I am in the LES and want something that feels genuinely considered rather than just another coffee stop, this is the one to find.

What a cute, small coffee shop this is. It has some fun art all around on the walls too. They have…read moresome interesting coffee drinks as well. I got the banana bread Iced latte. I do not think I have ever had one of these before. Also, the cup that it comes in are very cute. The barista was very nice and helped me choose what would be the best coffee drink for me to try. If you are in this area I highly recommend stoping in.

Literally THE CUTEST place…read more I was very intrigued by the unusual caffeinated offerings of this place so this won our patronage the Sunday morning of our stay in the LES. I saw somewhere that the pandan vanilla latte was worth getting even though I have no idea what that is. That was my plan until GF made that her plan and I had to pivot. Black sesame latte seemed interesting so I attempted to order that but they were out. Whomp whomp. I pivoted again and ordered the banana bread latte. They serve them in those famous ny-affiliated coffee cups I've seen so much but have never had before so I can check that off the box. The banana bread latte was absolutely incredible. Idk how they do it but it tastes exactly like banana bread in coffee form. The pandan vanilla latte was disappointing, I should probably look up what that actually is before complaining. I will say that it was not aggressively sweetened like probably every other flavored latte sold. Such a cute little place I would love to try their matcha shit also.

more coffee shop reviews on Instagram @coffeehonglics !…read more Hot matcha latte - 7/10 first couple of sips were good! matcha was a bit grainy and a lot of it settled after a couple of minutes otherwise, matcha flavor was light loved the little heart latte art Overall - 7/10 This was the first cafe we hit up on our NY trip and we loved the interior and the atmosphere! We stumbled on this cafe after deciding not to wait 2 hours for Golden Diner , which was only a couple minutes away by foot . The stone interior and big windows were so aesthetic. We got hot matcha lattes that were a bit grainy but otherwise not bad. We didn't do any work this time but it seems like a chill place to get some stuff done. There's a big table and a couple smaller tables that may be a little small depending on your set up. We think we might have seen some outlets(?) Overall, we loved the vibes of this little cafe and we might come back during our next NY trip

Great place to sit and sip if you're waiting for a table at Golden Diner but also a great place to…read morechill or to grab coffee to go. There's not a lot of space, but the tables are pretty and the booths are comfy, perfect for escaping the summer heat or winter cold. We got the Guava Matcha and Salted Miso Caramel Latte, both of which are delicious and superbly balanced. We didn't get to stay long, but I remember this place very well. Would definitely come back for coffee!

((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,