One of the best things to do in NYC- grab coffee and people watch! These shops are my most-frequented places for the perfect pick-me up or snack around the city.
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Upper East Side
West Village
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Seaport
NYC Chains
These can be found in multiple locations all over Manhattan / Brooklyn
This is an NYC coffee staple- great coffee and atmosphere. It’s also a good place to work if you need somewhere quiet but feels productive.
Variety Coffee
My most favorite, always love the decor and atmosphere. Beautiful seating inside and outside. If you’re going on the weekend, go early! Especially during the holidays!
Ralph's Coffee
The oat draft latte is increidble! Their tahini cookie is one of my favorites. This is a great spot to cozy up with a friend and chat or work.
La Colombe Coffee Roasters
Reliable place to work, meet a friend, and grab a good latte and enjoy a baked good!
Think Coffee NYC
Great place for breakfast bites and coffee. The UES location is right along the park and is part of an old church, it is so beautiful!
Bluestone Lane Upper East Side Café
Great coffee and smoothies! They have great breakfast options.
Hutch + Waldo
Great place to count on for a great coffee or quick lunch. They have great seasonal items and can be found all over the city.
Maman - Maman
Super cute vibe and atmosphere- They have treats for gluten free and vegan (and both!)!
BUTLER
A great reliable coffee chain- they are known to release fun seasonal flavors. You can likely find one in each neighborhood.
Blank Street Coffee
For vegan and dairy-free friends, they make their own alternative milks onsite! Truly one of the freshest oatmilk or almond milk lattes around.
Birch Coffee | NYC specialty coffee
Upper East Side
This place has the cutest vibes, very aesthetic. Also has table service and food and turns into a wine bar at night! Cute tables along the sidewalk as well
La Bomboniera
Beautiful atmosphere, and great pastries. They have a gluten free vegan banana bread that is amazing!
Patisserie Vanessa
Amazing cookie butter latte! The cakes they have on display always look incredible.
Padoca Bakery and Cakes
They have great baked goods and quick lunches. I am in love with their tahini cookie!
Madame Bonte | Cafe NYC | Coffee Shop
West Village
Perfect spot for a coffee and photo- dreamy aesthetic. You’ve probably seen this one on Instagram.
Fellini Coffee
Greenpoint
If you're visiting Greenpoint from Manhattan, this is a great stop on the walk from the ferry. Many baked goods and great coffee! Go early - they sell out!
Radio Bakery
Seaport
Perfect spot to shop and eat in the Tin Building and around Seaport. Both the atmosphere and latte were so curated.
