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TOP SPOTS
Top spots across New York City
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Rofaqaa – Bushwick
A quiet stunner in Bushwick, Rofaqaa feels more like a creative hideaway than just another coffee stop. The space has that perfect blend of warmth and minimal design. Their coffee game is strong, from silky flat whites to rich pour-overs. Owner Izzy’s passion for hospitality shines here, making it an easy place to linger.
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Uniqlo Coffee 5th Avenue
Located in the Rio Tokyo section of the SoHo flagship, UNIQLO Coffee is serving up surprisingly excellent lattes and matcha drinks at wallet-friendly prices. The oat milk matcha is a hit, and if you’re already picking up a new jacket, why not grab a coffee that holds its own against some of the city’s specialty spots?
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Felix Roasting Co. – Midtown
Midtown isn’t always known for standout coffee, but Felix Roasting Co. is helping change that. Their new outpost is absolutely beautiful—think plush seating, dramatic lighting, and a kind of velvet-cloaked calm that feels worlds away from office chaos. The coffee is smooth and intentionally crafted (yes, the baristas really care about your cortado), and their breakfast options are equally polished.
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Café Jalu – Financial District
Right inside the chic new French department store Printemps in FiDi, Café Jalu is your excuse to pretend you live in Paris, at least for one latte. They’ve got Caribbean and French pastries, friendly staff, and an incredibly good spiced raisin latte you probably didn’t know you needed. Whether you’re there to shop or just soak in the maximalist design, this is a great pause spot to recharge.
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12 Matcha – NoHo
If you’ve walked by a very chill line of people in NoHo lately, it was probably for 12 Matcha. Yes, the hype is real. This peaceful matcha-focused café is doing everything right—from hand-whisked drinks to creamy matcha soft serve and one of the best Basque cheesecakes in the city. The aesthetic is polished without being try-hard, and the matcha lattes are rich, earthy, and made with precision.
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Handcraft Coffee
If you’re coming off a brisk morning walk through the cherry-lined path and craving something warm and cozy, Handcraft Coffee is a comforting stop nearby. The café is known for its exceptionally friendly staff and standout lattes — including one of the best chai lattes in the city.
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Viand - Upper East Side
Sometimes you want more than a coffee — you want eggs, pancakes, and old-school diner energy. Viand is exactly that. Located just a few blocks from the East 72nd entrance, this cash-only spot is beloved for its massive omelets, fast service, and endless coffee refills.
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Blank Street Coffee - Upper East Side
If you’re the type who loves a seasonal latte and fast service, Blank Street is a sleek and solid go-to. This small café chain has popped up all over the city, and the Upper East Side location near the park is convenient without being chaotic. Staff are friendly and drinks are creative.
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The Coffee Inn
Just a short walk from the buzz of the park, The Coffee Inn offers a cozy corner to decompress after the sensory delight of cherry blossom viewing. Their donut selection is lowkey great, and if you’re not in the mood for caffeine, they’ve got milkshakes and a small breakfast menu worth checking out.
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Khepera Coffee & Roastery
Khepera is a roastery-first shop with an interior that feels as warm as its lattes. The cold brew gets high praise for its smooth toffee notes, and their in-store bean roasting means you can take some of that magic home. Loyal customers rave about the pricing and service, both of which keep them coming back.
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The 16 Top Rated Cafes to Try in Williamsburg
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