Great smoked salmon toast and matcha! Would like a little more dill on toast but the ration of…read moresalmon to cream cheese is great and you get a good bit of salmon! Prices were reasonable, place is very clean and vibey, and baristas were really nice. Didn't want to wait over an hour for golden diner and are so glad we came here!

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

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

Very cute coffee shop in the lower east side, with limited seating and cozy ambiance. There were…read morequite a few coffee and tea options, and I opted for the sweet vanilla cold foam cold brew. It was good, but there was something a little different about it that I couldn't put my finger on. But it was great for a hot summer day pick-me-up! Service is pretty speedy, and the staff are very friendly!

Loved the lavender matcha latte (I got mine with almond milk). Balanced and not too sweet. Service…read morewas quick and everything about the cafe was lovely.

Cute Swedish cafe in Tribeca that can be as delightful or as simple as you want it to be. I got a…read morefew items mostly for sampling, but am happy with the outcome. The Swedish Meatball sandwich I got feels very Panera-esque, however when deconstructed something more beautiful appears. The meatballs taste great with the sweetness of the lingonberry jam, the pickles give it an extra contrast to the sweet jam and savory meatballs. The bread can work either as toast or a sandwich, though the latter made me feel slightly nauseated because of how dense the bread is. The hot chocolate is rich but delightful too. The cute heart shape the foam forms feels inviting and warm. It essentially was telling me to make another visit, and while I cannot promise one soon, recommending it is something I can do heartedly. Lastly, the cardamom cinnamon bun is extremely flavorful and super sinful. If this is how the Scandinavians make their cinnamon buns, I fear I may have just gone up a pants size because this is one dangerous bun. I thought Iceland ruined cinnamon buns for me here, but Sweden may have overtaken it. Time will tell. For a nice Scandinavian take on things, this is perfectly acceptable.

Walking downtown and a bit hungry when I noted the sandwich board out front announcing their Kaffe…read moreÅre Swedish Meatball Sandwich Midsummer Special. The lingonberry topping called out my name. This café's a low key, tasteful space. Also saw the baked goods, including small Cardamom Buns that looked similar to one of my favorite Nordic baked goods, Finnish cinnamon rolls, which also have cardamom. So, ordered the sandwich, the bun, and an iced tea. The Swedish Meatball Sandwich, came with meatballs of 100% grass-fed beef and local ground turkey, organic lingonberries, and pickled dill cucumbers. Everything was tasty! That being said, considering the amount of food, it reached over $25, making me think this café experience was pricey. They do have something so frequent patrons can get points, but that's quite far from where I am regularly. If you're in Tribeca, though, would definitely recommend checking Kaffe Åre out.

This cafe is super cute and served really fun drinks. We tried their special Knicks themed matcha…read moredrink. It tasted like a delicious sweet treat and we really enjoyed it since it was unique and never tried anything like it. There are a few seats inside and I would definitely love to come back and try other drinks.

Just tried the Einspanner today to switch it up. Wowza, very very tasty!! I usually only drink the…read moredrip coffee, but I highly recommend trying the Einspanner if you're looking for something tasty. Reminds me of a tiramisu

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.

((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,

Stopped by on a weekday afternoon for a pick me up, and I thought the cafe was very cute, although…read morenote there's not a ton of seating -- from what I recall there's a bench and maybe two small tables. The baristas were very nice, and there's a good selection of food and drinks. I ordered one of the seasonal drinks, the Sunset Latte, which was interesting since it had strawberry and mango puree. I didn't end up finishing it, but I would return and try something else!

I was desperately needing caffeine and randomly found this spot nearby. The shop itself is quite…read moresmall and is very much just a grab-and-go kind of place, but the owners were super nice! Their menu offers a wide variety of options, and I really appreciate all of their Asian flavors. I went with the Pandan Latte--it was decent, but I would have appreciated a stronger pandan flavor. Their matcha latte was also a tad bit too milky. Overall, it was solid, but I don't think I would come out of my way to return.