The best cafes in Manhattan
45 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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WFM Coffee Bar
CafesIf you're already zipping over the riverfront for groceries, the WFM Coffee Bar inside the Edgewater store is a full service coffee shop…
WFM Coffee Bar
CafesBreak Away Cafe
CafesBreak Away Cafe pairs thoughtfully brewed coffee, fresh pastries, and house-made soups with a full-service bike shop for sales, rentals,…
Break Away Cafe
CafesBertha's Cafe
CafesCafe known for avocado toast and pancakes also offering sandwiches, wraps, and bagels.
Bertha's Cafe
Cafessemicolon cafe
CafesSemicolon Cafe is the kind of relaxed spot locals use for a quick caffeine reset or an easy lunch, with well-made coffees, crisp grilled…
semicolon cafe
CafesBuunni Coffee - Pinehurst pours Ethiopian brews from beans directly sourced from small farms, roasted weekly in NYC, and pairs them with…
Dunkin'
CafesLong-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.
Dunkin'
CafesCafe August
CafesCafe August in nearby Palisades Park leans into cozy with rich carbonara and garlicky aglio e olio, plus crisp salads, stacked sandwiches,…
Cafe August
CafesRoast'd Coffee - Fort Lee roasts beans in small batches right on site, then grinds and brews each cup to order for espresso that actually…
Panera Bread
CafesCounter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.
Panera Bread
CafesMoka & Co
CafesMoka & Co turns your caffeine run into an experience, with a live in-house roastery, Yemeni specialties like the spiced Mufawar and a silky…
Moka & Co
CafesBird & Branch Coffee Roasters riffs on lattes with housemade almond macadamia milk and flavors like blackberry-thyme (Blackbird), Earl Grey…
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
CafesAriston Coffee Bar tucks a legit cafe inside a lush flower shop, so your latte comes with the scent of peonies and orchids. Swing by for a…
Ariston Coffee Bar
CafesShaky's Juicebar & Cafe is a casual spot for sandwiches, salads, smoothies, shakes, and coffee. Ideal for a quick lunch or a post-workout…
Grind The NYC Coffee Shop & Bagel House is your low-key MVP for weekday fuel or lazy weekend treats, turning out bagels, croissants,…
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
CafesWhen you want a break from the same old coffee run, The Caves pours hot and cold nonalcoholic drinks and serves small bites in an artsy,…
The Caves
CafesShake up your caffeine routine this week with Southdown Coffee - Oyster Bay, where the beans are roasted on a weekly schedule for peak…
The Village Edgewater is a Montessori-style play cafe where your little tornadoes can explore open play while you plug into a welcoming…
Hey Coffee People
CafesWhether you need a mellow morning kick or a late-afternoon rescue, Hey Coffee People has you covered with properly brewed coffee, gooey…
Hey Coffee People
CafesBean Vault Coffee
CafesBean Vault Coffee is that relaxed Hoboken spot for gourmet java and the kind of baked goods, pies, and pancakes that make weekday mornings…
Bean Vault Coffee
CafesForum Coffee has the unhurried, European-café vibe plus 100% USDA organic, house-roasted beans that actually taste like something. Single…
Laisha's Coffee Shop
CafesLaisha's Coffee Shop hits the local sweet spot with breakfast all day, authentic Mexican favorites, and fresh-squeezed juices, smoothies,…
Laisha's Coffee Shop
CafesLas Chicas Bakery & Cafe keeps Hudson County happily caffeinated with rich coffee, flaky pastries, and a legit cake shop. Think huevos…
Gregorys Coffee
CafesWhen your morning needs a reliable jolt and a snack that isn't an afterthought, Gregorys Coffee brings well-pulled espresso, baked goods,…
Gregorys Coffee
CafesLittle Mingo
CafesLittle Mingo is the cozy spot to treat yourself this week when you want more than a latte. Think brewed-to-perfection coffee alongside…
Little Mingo
CafesBwè Coffee - Newport
CafesBwè Coffee - Newport pours ethically traded, Haitian-connected brews that actually taste as good as the mission. Expect thoughtfully…
Bwè Coffee - Newport
CafesEmpire Coffee & Tea
CafesEmpire Coffee & Tea keeps Hoboken caffeinated with beans in every roast level, a rainbow of loose teas, and giftable baskets plus gourmet…
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
CafesGive your weekday a glow up with Sweets & Cafe Bakery, where fresh bread meets proper cafecito, flaky pastelitos, and oven baked empanadas…
Sweets & Cafe Bakery
CafesModcup Coffee Company pushes things forward with modern roasting, direct trade relationships, and advanced processing that turns your…
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
CafesChâteau le Woof is Astoria’s people-friendly dog café where you can grab a legit latte, let your pup romp in the indoor play area, and…
Château le Woof
CafesKoneko
CafesWhen your week needs a serotonin reset, Koneko pairs quality hang time with adoptable cats with a shop full of purr-worthy apparel,…
Koneko
CafesCharlotte Cafe
CafesUltramodern and European at heart, Charlotte Cafe pours premium Italian espresso with the kind of crema that makes you reconsider your…
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
CafesMeow Parlour
CafesNYC’s first cat café since 2014, Meow Parlour lets you book time with adorable, adoptable cats, whether you’re browsing or ready to bring…
Meow Parlour
CafesWhether you’re team latte, froyo, or craving something iced and ultra smooth, Cha Cha Matcha (NoMad) nails it with ceremonial-grade matcha…
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