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    The Plug

    4.8 (39 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Iced Dirty Chai
    Yulissa C.

    Such good quality coffee here! Tried their famous dirty chai in iced and hot and both were incredible ! My co worker told me about this coffee shop near our hospital and I'm so glad she did because it's so delicious worth the price and reasonably priced too ! Next I want to try there matcha which I hear is good as well just most days for those long work days espresso is a must ! Tried two of their pastries last time I tried this baked cinnamon croissant kind of pastry which was so good! 10/10 was like a cinnamon bun and croissant had a baby just so good. Today I tried their cheddar chive biscuit man 10/10 that was so well made and flavorful ! Service is great the baristas are kind and fast ! Definitely glad there a good coffee shop near the hospital

    The little boutique cafe' hidden in residential neighborhood not far from NYP hospital area
    Warrent S.

    The Plug 502 W 167th St, New York, NY 10032 The little boutique cafe' hidden in residential neighborhood not far from NYP hospital area, was surprisingly fantastic awesome cappuccino. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small beautiful environment fewer seating area, with a boutique element decor[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] along with fantastic friendly service.

    India S.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]chill little spot with great coffee.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] oat latte is always the perfffect color and they give any flavor syrup for free! i love to stop by while i wait for my laundry to finish around the corner. pretty standard prices for nyc

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    Mathew S.

    Great music, great coffee, great vibes. Indoor has two tables that seat two people each, and a bench that could sit another two people.

    Cute little trinkets
    Catherine H.

    This is such a cute little gem near the Columbia hospitals. I came here with a couple of friends to get some coffee, and we loved it! The server was so fun and kind, we had a great time chatting with him. The decor is really funky and cute as well. They also have little earrings and other items for sale. We got london fogs and a lavender latte. I was so happy that the london fog was made perfectly! It had been a while since I had one that was made right. We liked the place so much that we came back the next day! Check this place out if you're around the area.

    Emily P.

    I'm a sucker for hot new businesses, and the Plug definitely qualifies as one of them. A coffee shop with a daily rotation of pastries and smoking supplies - definitely not something you hear of often. I haven't had the honor to check out this establishment in person yet as my love for this place started through Seamless. The coffee is strong, consistent, and flavorful. Their drip coffee is as delicious as their lattes. I've tried their almond croissant and apple turnover so far and they are both amazing! I believe they get their pastries delivered from another bakery but the freshness is real! I don't smoke so I can't comment on their "tobacco" supplies, but they market them as environmentally-friendly and organically made. TLDR: I'm a fan. Check this place out.

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    Tony M.

    And In Conclusion....... Love this place. Great staff and coffee! Very convenient and a quick stop.

    Francesca M.

    The best iced oat milk lattes! Really cool small coffee shop with great coffee and a cool vibe.

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    Emily Y.

    I already know I'm gonna be a regular here. For starters, their coffee is a solid 5 out of 5. So far, we've had a macchiatto, a latte, an espresso, and a café con leche and each one was perfect. The barista is friendly and the vibe is chill! The decor is simple - a few wall hangings and one wall of exposed brick. There's seating planned for the future, which I'm excited for! But in the meantime, for those looking for excellent coffee on the go, look no further than The Plug. They also have a small selection of pastries including doughnuts and croissants and a cookie shaped like a bear which they've cleverly named "Ted". I've yet to try Ted but their vanilla doughnut (vanilla creme filling) was delicious. If you are from the area, you should pick up a loyalty card because after 10 drinks, the next one is free! Make this your next go-to coffee place because weird things happen at Starbucks and you'll get better coffee here!

    Tommy T.

    Easily my favorite coffee in the entire city! I have yet to try something that is subpar, everything they offer is so good! It's a one stop shop for all your needs with an assortment of trinkets, jewelry, and even clothes, and the pastries are amazing as well. They also have a rotating gallery wall that features local artists! The Plug is truly for the people, by the people. Way better than that st*rbucks on 168th!!

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    I had a great cold brew and a delicious slice of lemon loaf. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The staff was lovely and I met a cute dog![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

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    Awesome spot, great coffee and baked goods, especially teddy :) staff is friendly and prices are good!

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    neighborhood gem serving delicious drinks with a [[HIGHLIGHT]]laidback vibe to stay connected to your neighbors[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]!

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    Chill area. Chill cafe. Chill owner. Delicious dirty chai! Support your local business.

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    2 years ago

    Fav coffee shop!! Their hot mocha (w a little hazelnut syrup) and lemon loaf are especially so so good.

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    Great local coffee shop. Cool vibe, awesome drinks and pastries. Highly recommended

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    Newly opened The Plug Cafe is a delightful nook to grab a coffee, tea or hot chocolate. The staff is very friendly and efficient.

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    Super cute cafe, the nicest baristas. Their drinks are pastries are pretty good! Highly recommend!

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    I had an oat latte, which was phenomenal, and one of their gluten free muffins, which was also very tasty.

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    Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop

    Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop

    4.4
    (1.8k reviews)
    7.9 mi
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    Peter Pan has the best donuts I've ever had! The donuts were incredibly fresh, fluffy, and soft,…read morewith that classic flavor you expect from a true neighborhood donut shop. The Boston cream had a rich, smooth filling with the perfect chocolate glaze, and the strawberry sprinkles donut was perfectly sweet and nostalgic. What makes this place special is that it's both affordable and consistently delicious! They have all the classic flavors but also some specialty donuts if you want to try something different. The old-school ambiance gives it a real Brooklyn charm, and it feels like stepping back in time. Just remember to bring cash because it's cash only; but it's absolutely worth it.

    Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop is a classic old-school donut spot in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, renowned…read morefor its freshly made donuts, including favorites like Honey Dipped, Red Velvet, and Boston Cream. The shop has a retro vibe reminiscent of a 1950s diner, offering a wide range of pastries, sandwiches, and breakfast options, making it a beloved local fixture for over 60 years. During a visit to Greenpoint, Brooklyn, I decided to explore the local food scene. As I researched, this donut shop kept coming up as a top favorite among locals. My daughter and I stepped inside, and it was buzzing with activity. The place had a nostalgic feel, and it's a cash-only establishment. There are so many donuts to choose from, but my daughter went with a Red Velvet, while I opted for a Sugar Raise--a classic sugar donut because it was my first time here and I wanted something simple. The donuts were decent. The Sugar Raise wasn't extraordinary, but it was fresh. I gave my daughter's Red Velvet a try, but it didn't quite hit the mark; instead of a subtle cocoa-vanilla flavor, it was pretty heavy on the chocolate. The service was friendly, and I'm glad we took the chance to visit this longstanding bakery, which has been around for more than six decades.

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    Messy Donuts

    Messy Donuts

    4.9
    (8 reviews)
    6.8 mi

    These mini donuts are unreal. I could use these for snack during work hours, except I don't work…read morearound here, so that's a disappointment. Anyways, one order of the mini donuts, they are super customizable and if you need help picking and choosing flavors and toppings, the staff member can provide suggestions and pairings. I got the Ube and Pistachio and they both taste great, especially when they're freshly made and warm. I've also tried the Strawberry Covered Chocolates and those strawberries were massive. The problem with massive strawberries is eating them. If I had a knife, I could cut them into smaller pieces as eating them on a skewer stick got really messy. Also the strawberry itself overpowered any of the chocolate taste, so it didn't balance well in terms of taste. For sure favored the milk chocolate over the dark chocolate.

    Such a great spot to grab fresh dessert! The items taste as good as they look and even though it's…read morea small stand, there are so many flavors. I opted for the mini donuts with strawberry and ube flavors with sprinkle and snowy milk as the toppings. I also added fresh strawberries - and did I mention that the donuts are made fresh? All of that for just $13. I loved the mochi texture of these treats and I am looking forward to trying to new flavors next time! I was also eyeing the croffles because they looked almost like ice creams. You can get these to go or if you'd like to eat as you roam around, the owner will put them in a paper boat/container for you. She was so patient and makes all of her treats fresh it seems. Can't wait to come back to try the croffles!

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    Left: Dark Chocolate Strawberry Covered Chocolates; Right: Milk Chocolate Strawberry Covered Chocolates
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    Caroline's Donuts

    Caroline's Donuts

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    (62 reviews)
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    If there ever was a perfect donut, Caroline's is the place to find it. The dough is fried, but airy…read moreand light, not at all greasy. Filled donuts are bursting at the seams with custard that tastes like egg yolks, cream, sugar, vanilla and little else. The orange cream cheese donut is generously frosted with, I'd guess, a mixture of cream cheese, marmalade, powdered sugar, and cream. Based on what we've tried, the donuts at Caroline's are old fashioned, unadulterated and excellent. I recently picked up four donuts for the fambly: the aforementioned orange cream cheese, creme brulee, Boston cream, and raspberry glaze donuts. This was in the afternoon around 4 p.m. and all of them were perfectly, wondrously fresh. The person at the counter (the male proprietor, I think) assured me in his charming French accent that they freshly fry donuts several times a day. Creme brulee was the fan favorite with the hard, crisp, sugar shell on top cracking delicately under a knife to reveal a loose, rich, custardy filling. But across the board, donuts were beautifully made (both aesthetic and delicious!), and well frosted / glazed / filled. The raspberry glaze by itself was a touch too sweet for our tastes, but applied with restraint so the overall effect was balanced. We are not in the donut market very often, but have had this place bookmarked ever since my esteemed Yelp colleague, Alan S., reviewed it last year. Now that we've tried these beauties, I think we're going to find many excuses to be back (e.g. for Hannukah sufganiyot, anything round for Lunar New Year, anything fried for Diwali, anything that can support a candle for birthdays, etc...).We really like this place and we suspect you will, too.

    For so long, the Upper East Side was in desperate need of a really good donut shop. I'm not talking…read moreabout Dunkin, although there's a time and place for that. I'm talking about an establishment that makes high-quality gourmet treats. As you can imagine, I was thrilled to see this one opening in the neighborhood last year. I have been to Caroline's several times since it opened its doors to the public. I've tried a few of their items, including the glazed twist, Boston creme, coffee donut, and strawberry filled. The glaze twist is one of my favorites. It's wonderfully sweet while not cloying, and I especially enjoy topping it with the Bon Mama berry jam I have at home. The Boston creme is truly made with love. It's sufficiently stuffed with creme and topped with a thick layer of chocolate ganache - the expensive stuff! The coffee donut is also delicious. Of everything I've tried, the strawberry filled was my favorite. You can tell their strawberry compote is homemade and not too sweet. The dough is light and fluffy and generously coated with granulated sugar. What a treat!

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