T Shop is truly a hidden gem located in Soho/LES. I found it with a quick google search when…read morelooking for a tea cafe in the area. I went on a Friday evening and luckily it was not busy. The owner gave us a warm introduction and explained how everything works. We decided on a non caffeinated tea since it was late, and there was only one option available to share. I enjoyed my tea and the ambiance of the space. A great alternative to a coffee shop and I liked how tucked away it was. Will be back!

Dropped by hoping they had room for a tasting but those have to make online. Grabbed two teas to…read morego. Was disappointed. Both of the teas were really watery and no flavor. I would come back and try the tea tasting but after the to go tea I am not sure if I would like to make a reservation for it.

I'm giving this 3 stars because I appreciate that they donate to Pakistan, and I always like…read moresupporting businesses that give back. Unfortunately, the customer service and the drinks were a major letdown. We ordered the Double Tea (karak chai) and the Kashmiri chai, and both lacked flavor. The Kashmiri chai was especially disappointing, we took a few sips and ended up throwing the whole thing away. The karak chai wasn't much better, after a couple of sips, we couldn't finish it either. The café has a nice location with plenty of seating, but the quality of the drinks didn't match the prices. At these price points, I expected much better flavor and a better overall experience.

The ambiance is super cute and it's a really cool spot. It's a room with a bunch of couches,…read morepillows, and carpets for you to sit and hang out. You also have to take your shoes off before entering. I'm giving this place a lower rating though because for a place that calls themselves the "chai spot" they have terrible chai. It's just not flavorful and pretty bland. They have a couple different chais that I've tried and all of them are pretty subpar. I would go back solely for the ambiance and probably just get a tea or something simple.

Small but cute and cozy coffee shop that is a part of the ARC'TERYX store. I had one of the…read moreseasonal specials which was Cardamom brown sugar latte. It was tasty.

This place is an amazing little find. The coffee and matcha a baked goods are great, the staff is…read moresuper friendly, the music playing is really well chosen and it's got a super peaceful vibe like a little mountain hideaway. I love everything about it.

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.

FANTASTIC coffee spot with top-tier coffee and vibes…read more the coffee: they are so knowledgable about their coffee here, and the notes are divine especially the ones roasted with fruit. they let you smell the beans to pick your favorite one for the pourover, and it was absolutely delicious!! espresso tonic is also carefully crafted with a soft foam and citrus notes, 10/10 the service: super kind, attentive, and involved the space: small so be prepared to sit at the bar or wait for a spot.

Now I understand why this coffee lab has a perfect 5-star rating!…read more From the moment we walked in, Meech, the owner, made us feel welcome. Her warm, genuine personality spills over to her baristas, creating a cozy atmosphere that instantly feels like home. We stopped by on a Monday just before closing (they're open until 2 PM), and even as a non-coffee drinker, I had plenty of options. I ordered the Beet Latte, made with beet, oat milk, and turmeric. It was incredibly smooth, beautifully vibrant, and surprisingly didn't have an overpowering beet flavor. My husband, a coffee enthusiast, loved his strong iced latte, and they even served it with a side of sparkling water--a thoughtful touch on a hot summer day. Moon Lab has only been open for six months, and I truly hope they thrive. What stood out most wasn't just the drinks--it was the sense of community. Because Meech is so personable, we naturally struck up conversations with another customer, making the café feel welcoming from the very beginning. I also admire how she supports emerging artists and coffee entrepreneurs by opening her space for pop-ups and collaborations. If you're interested in partnering with them, you can fill out the collaboration form in the Network section of their website. Moon Lab brings the soul back to what a neighborhood café should be: a place that feels homey, brings people together, and fosters genuine human connection. They're passionate about crafting excellent coffee, but even more passionate about creating a space where people can connect. That's something worth supporting. IG: Jubes111

Strolled in here and the tea here is soOoo good!!!! Iced Matcha is on par with matcha in Japan!!!!…read moreIced Cardamon tea is nothing like what I ever had!!! Inside is bright and just perfectly decorated!!! Stop by on your stroll toward Chinatown!

I've walked by this place many times and finally decided to go. I like the bright, spacious, simple…read moreinterior. I was interested in multiple teas so decided to book the tea flight. I didn't know much about it going in besides that I have to book in advance and can't request it on the spot. Summary is I like their teas but the service/operations were bad. It wasn't clear on their website but turns out tea flight lets you try shot glass sizes of 6 cold teas plus a pastry from their counter. Then you can pick a full size drink of anything from their menu (doesn't have to be limited to the 6 from the flight). I've had tea tasting at other places before where there's more interaction and educational aspect from the barista, but that wasn't the experience here. Nothing wrong with that, just setting expectations. The timing of things was what went wrong. The website says it's a 30 minute experience, so I booked 1:30pm in order to make it to a 2:00pm appointment down the street. I arrived ~1:19pm, and the barista asked for me to wait until 1:30pm. I know I was early so I was fine with sitting and waiting. The barista didn't start preparing my flight until ~1:33pm which already annoyed me because I had to leave at 2:00pm. There was constantly a stream of customers coming in which is understandable she needs to address them, but I don't understand why she can't make a cup for my flight here and there since there's 6 to prepare. While she was preparing I was finally allowed to pick my pastry, and by the time it came out of the oven it was ~1:40pm. By the time I got my tea flight it was ~1:48pm. I tried to give each tea a proper sip before chugging them. By the time I ordered my full size drink to go and leave it was ~1:08pm. I ended up being 10 minutes late to my next appointment and felt rushed during my experience....unpleasant. I don't know what 1:30pm appointment lasting 30 minutes means especially if it's not meant to be a guided session. Is it 30 minutes for the barista to make my flight? I can see how the tea tasting takes more time to prepare than a typical drink, but what's the point of requiring bookings beforehand if I'm not getting my experience at the time I requested, not like they reserved a seat for me at the bar either. I also don't appreciate the lack of attention during my tea tasting which is meant to require more service from the baristas. When I first arrived, barista A was the only one there and doing everything. As she was in the middle of preparing my flight, barista B and C arrived. B started working on non-customer order tasks, and C seemed newer with less awareness of how the tea tasting is supposed to work. B served me my flight and gave a brief intro but I didn't find it any more useful than reading the printout myself. A was busy the whole time but didn't check on me even when I finished my flight and tried to make eye contact to request my full size drink. I ended up getting the attention of C for the full size drink. I know the $22 tea tasting isn't any fancy luxurious experience, but it's still meant to be a bigger offering than a typical customer ordering a pastry and drink (let's say $15 tab). I was genuinely disappointed by the service from the lack of efficiency and getting tossed around. As for the actual teas, yes I like them all and would love to drink more. I ordered a matcha latte for the full size drink since it wasn't an option in the flight and I genuinely wanted it. My ranking is: 1. matcha latte, 2. sencha, 3. black tea latte, 4. black tea, 5. cardamom rose, 6. honey lemon, 7. white tea. White tea is last due to personal preference of not liking the stone fruit taste associated with it. Honey lemon is low due to the honey and lemon having bitter and undertones, not refreshing and tart enough. Black tea latte is slightly higher than black tea itself because it reminds me a bit of Hong Kong style milk tea (not the same tea blend but similar). Black tea is actually really good. It's smooth in flavor and texture. It's not too dry or overly bitter. Sencha is my favorite from my flight because even though it's not as deep and earthy as matcha, the one they use is so bright and refreshing with seaweed notes. Matcha latte is my favorite because it's properly strong (for cafes), nice green color, smooth, creamy, naturally sweet, and has umami aftertaste.

Stayed at the Standard Hotel and this adorable new coffee spot, a small biz operated by only the…read moreowner (and his adorable pup!) was just around the corner. The iced lavender latte was amazing, I believe he makes his own syrups, and the sand-brewed coffee was a unique treat. Definitely recommend

Lazy Bulldog Cafe is such a great Turkish coffee shop! Not many places make Turkish coffee so I had…read moreto stop in when I was in the area. There are a couple tables inside as well as a few baked goods in a case. They had several types of coffee drinks and I ordered the Turkish coffee with cardamom, which is more traditional. It is made to order and he heated the coffee in a traditional cezve pot placed in hot sand. After a few minutes it was ready and piping hot! Turkish coffee is much stronger than espresso so if you need a big caffeine boost, this is the place to go!

Stop by here for a quick coffee fill up during my visit. Coffee was good and interior was cool too…read more really liked the tones it was giving. it probably had to do a lot with the natural light they were getting from the top. Overall, the service was quick and I would come back if i'm in the area!

I love the decaf cappuccino. It was delicious and flavorful…read more The service was great. The workers were very friendly and helpful too! They assisted me when I had a questions. The cafe was clean, comfortable, and nice atmosphere. It is a great place to study and work for home.