not particularly impressed with the quality of the coconut latte i ordered. there is room to be…read moredesired, for sure. the good: - made in-house plant based milks (oat is not available). - cute spot with some goodies to purchase (beans, soft drinks, etc). - some limited seating for those with computers/etc. or those who want to chat - clean, airy space with a rather quiet location - half the drink has a good amount of caffeine already the not-so-good: - coffee was a little too acidic for me - simple syrup, cane sugar, and stevia are available. however, their simple had little pieces of who-knows-what's in it, and that made me feel a little worried about the cleanliness of it. - coconut milk was not smooth. also had little bits and bobs in it. overall the latte was pretty meh for over $7.50. partner tried it and was also unimpressed. the barista wasn't very friendly nor warm either. being that it was my first time stopping by after having this place saved, it'll be unlikely that i'll return. i would probably stop by park at kim's for a smoother experience/drink, especially for a more acidic leaning latte.

Cool vibe but wasn't particularly impressed with the Olivia. Interior is small but cozy.read more

I had the hot Nutella latte as my first coffee post Ramadan. I normally fo not like sweet drinks…read morebut this wasn't overly sweet. It was perfect (did not add sugar due to the Nutella). It was SO good; I'd definitely get it again. It's right by Wash square Park so perfect warm drink to sip while taking a walk around the park in this cool weather.

This place is delightful and great coffee. Super nice staff!! Would definitely recommend.read more

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!

Been here more than once now and can admit its a guilty pleasure of mine!…read more Any choice here is always a great one! The menu is one of a kind and always yummy! I don't remember what we had grabbed unfortunately but the menu straight forward and I hope to try some of their food one day! Staff is super friendly and kind when you arrive through the door. The cafe has alot space for seating!

Found this gem walking this morning. I was excited to see the engaging and colorful space. Staff…read morewere friendly and fast. The Mexican mocha was exactly what I needed to get me going being sweet with the heat of cayenne and cinnamon. The egg sandwich was good but would have liked a bit more heat in the flavor.

I'm not a big coffee drinker but will grab a latte if I'm up early. Something great about this…read moreplace is they're open at 7:00am which is a rare find nowadays. As someone who is frequently working and out the door by then, this is a huge win! I got the iced maple latte with oat milk. I liked it just fine. It was a good balance of milky-coffee-sweet. I couldn't really taste how this was different from a vanilla latte, but I like vanilla lattes so it doesn't really matter. Possibly it was a bit more deeper and aromatic in its sweetness but I can't say with 100% certainty. At the end of the day, I needed caffeine early in the morning and Saltwater was able to deliver. As others have mentioned the size of the coffee is impressive compared to other local shops.

Stopped by for a latte and this is a great place if you're a purist and get simple, classic drinks…read morehowever I like to try fun flavors so I was a bit underwhelmed at their lack of variety on the menu. I ordered the maple latte and it was pretty mid, I've had better tasting ones during the fall. If you're like me then definitely skip this spot.

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.

perfect spot to grab a coffee! they are super sweet and the coffee is great. so happy to have them…read morein the neighborhood

Cute coffee shop! It's a small space but they have a couple chairs both inside and outside. I…read morewanted to try the coquito latte which I've been seeing most people order here. It has coconut and cinnamon with your choice of milk. The latte was good but a little less sweet for me. The cinnamon is a subtle flavor while the coffee stands out more. Anyone that prefers a stronger espresso will love this. All the flavors were combined well. They employees were really friendly and I was able to get some logo stickers as well!

Porto Rico Importing is a NYC institution. Best coffee in the neighborhood hands down, and it's…read morenot $6 a cup, which is rare these days. These people know wtf they are doing. The coffee is proper, that's why they've survived for the last 200 years in Manhattan. This is an NYC coffee shop at its best. Any hater's writing bad reviews are extremely sus, and are probably Karen's IRL. Try the ice coffee, with oat, and a splash of Chai, also known as the CHAI ME TO THE MOON! Shout out to Chance, aka the Kobe of Coffee, Bri, Lucas, & Garnett. P.S - Their coffee bean selection is actually bananas.

I usually stop at Essex market whenever I'm in the area and pick up some coffee at Porto Rico…read more Their coffee is delicious and my husband and I have been buying their coffee beans for years dating back to when they were at the old Essex market. I stopped by here last Wednesday night and was pretty disappointed with the service. I was there around 5:30pm and there was no line. The barista was chatting with another patron (paramour?) so I patiently waited. She didn't seem very interested in taking my order. It was one of the strangest interactions I've ever had at a coffee shop. It almost seemed like I was troubling her to get me an iced coffee. I wasn't given the option of milk so when I asked the other patron said "I need to ask for it" like I should know. Just bizarre. I might just stick to the beans from now on and order online.