The best cafes in Manhattan
31 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Panera Bread
CafesCounter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.
Panera Bread
CafesSignature coffee drinks including burnt marshmallow, turmeric, & nut milks with pastries & toasts.
787 Coffee
CafesCozy coffeehouse featuring Puerto Rican coffee and teas, plus quick bites such as empanadas.
787 Coffee
Cafes7-Eleven
CafesPit stop for snacks, drinks & daily essentials
7-Eleven
CafesAriston Coffee Bar
CafesFlower store featuring coffee, pastries and sandwiches. Coffee bar.
Ariston Coffee Bar
CafesCasual spot for sandwiches, salads, smoothies, shakes and coffee.
Bright café offering bagels, croissants, desserts and sandwiches, plus coffee and juices.
Dunkin'
CafesLong-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.
Dunkin'
CafesDunkin'
CafesLong-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.
Dunkin'
Cafes787 coffee
CafesCozy coffee shop specializing in espresso drinks, brewed coffee (including iced varieties) and lattes.
787 coffee
CafesTim Hortons
CafesCanadian chain for signature premium-blend coffee, plus light fare, pastries & breakfast sandwiches.
Tim Hortons
CafesThe Caves
CafesThis eclectic cafe serves hot & cold nonalcoholic drinks & small bites in a unique, cavelike space.
The Caves
CafesCasual cafe and coffee shop known for locally roasted beans and baked goods served all day.
Hey Coffee People
CafesCoffee and pastries shop featuring cinnamon buns and ube-flavored treats, plus baked goods.
Hey Coffee People
CafesBean Vault Coffee
CafesRelaxed locale for gourmet java, baked goods and pies, plus pancakes.
Bean Vault Coffee
CafesLaisha's Coffee Shop
CafesCasual coffee shop with a large menu of breakfast and lunch options, plus juices, and smoothies.
Laisha's Coffee Shop
CafesClassic spot for decorated cupcakes, fancy tarts & other treats, plus specialty coffee drinks.
Gregorys Coffee
CafesTrendy coffeehouse chain serving espresso drinks as well as baked goods, sandwiches, smoothies and vegan fare.
Gregorys Coffee
CafesBwè Coffee - Newport
CafesRelaxed, ethical-trade coffee shop that donates a portion of its proceeds to Haiti relief efforts.
Bwè Coffee - Newport
CafesEmpire Coffee & Tea
CafesCafe & coffee roaster offering coffee beans & loose tea, plus speciality food items & gift baskets.
Empire Coffee & Tea
CafesDunkin'
CafesLong-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.
Dunkin'
CafesDunkin'
CafesLong-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.
Dunkin'
CafesSweets & Cafe Bakery
CafesCoffee, pastries, and empanadas are served in this easygoing cafe with an upscale vibe.
Sweets & Cafe Bakery
CafesHip storefront coffee shop serving its own roasted single-origin beans, plus baked goods.
Boris & Horton
CafesBoris & Horton is the rare spot where your caffeine fix comes with tail wags, thanks to a split setup that lets pups be off leash in the…
Boris & Horton
CafesWhen you need purr therapy this week, The Brooklyn Cat Cafe is NYC’s only nonprofit, volunteer-driven, woman-owned cat cafe where you can…
Château le Woof
CafesRelaxed coffee shop featuring an indoor dog-friendly play area in a bright space with outdoor seats.
Château le Woof
CafesCharlotte Cafe
CafesUltramodern European-style cafe featuring premium Italian coffee & espresso drinks & pastries.
Charlotte Cafe
Cafesmaman
CafesBranch of a French bakery and cafe serving coffee, pastries, and brunch in a cozy setting.
maman
Cafesmaman
CafesRelaxed eatery serving French-influenced light fare in a rustic-chic space with a patio.
maman
CafesMatcha drinks & frozen yogurt turned out in a hip, pink-&-green accented cafe with tropical flair.
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