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    9 Tails

    4.7 (54 reviews)
    Open • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Absolutely the best coffee shop in the neighborhood. I can't even tell you how much I appreciate the warmth, friendliness, and familiarity of the barista. He is just the nicest person every time I see him and makes me feel like we're personal friends - and I'm really just a random person, not like a regular he would recognize or anything. One time he was experimenting with recipes, was in a fun mood, and just felt like treating his patrons, so he went around giving everyone free lavender lattes. They were delicious, by the way. The coffee is great, the ambiance is super cool, and the music is always perfect. I love this place.

    Silas M.

    This is a top spot in all of NYC. Amazing vibes. It's sooo unique. You can walk thru the entire building. And the coffee is obviously amazing.

    Kiara P.

    Real cute cafe. I found myself in Harlem and googled Black owned cafes near me and this gem popped up. At first I thought I was lost because I opened the door and saw a plant/ garden shop. One of the workers saw how confused I was and let me know I was in the right spot and that the cafe was further inside. Comes to find out this cafe is in fact located inside the Mushtari Hardware and Garden Store. As a plant lover, the plant shop/cafe vibe really works. It's unique and a really cute spot to work from elsewhere since they have free wi-fi. It wasn't packed and the music was good. I was able to chat with one of the co-owners, Hamza, who was very friendly and gave me recommendations. I opted for the hot hibiscus tea which was delicious. It was mixed with other herbs and spices that was perfect for a rainy day. I also got the hash brown and egg burrito which was very filling. They also have coffee and an assortment of other pastries. If I'm in the area I'd definitely stop back. I might even pick up a plant or two ;)

    Such a cool place. Coffee is great a service is a real service. A jewelry in Harlem. Must visit if you are in the hood.

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    Wendy H.

    9 Tails is a hidden gem. You walk through what feels like a tropical jungle to find an unassuming counter. The coffee (black, drip) is excellent. A lovely cup of chocolatey joe that will carry you through the day. While we were there, they brought us some fresh, warm croissant twists that were just heavenly. I will definitely be back and maybe I'll walk out with a plant or two next time!

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    Cindy C.

    Delicious honey oat latte, pricey at $5 but it seems like coffee is this expensive everywhere these days. There is NO wifi despite what Yelp says... It is a small coffee shop inside a store that sells potted plants, really cute. Not the most comfortable seating, but nice music and very clean.

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    Ameerah I.

    One of my favorite cafes that I've been to. Truly amazing ambiance and relaxing environment as well as the extremely friendly staff. Thank you Yusuf for always making my very specific coffee order. All their baked goods / sandwiches are beyond delicious. Clean cafe with a perfect menu. One block from home so I take all my guests there for breakfast or afternoon coffee break. Never disappoints, always consistent which in my opinion is the best compliment an establishment can receive.

    A Drip Coffee And Vegan Breakfast Chorizo Burrito
    Steve A.

    Among the most interesting coffee shops I've been to and there's been many that are quite so but this is coffee gonzo. It has such an unusual location. 9 Tails is located inside a hardware store. For real. The expectation is the coffee would taste like grass or something like that but that would be wrong. Coming here was another case of getting off the subway at some random stop and checking out cafes around it. It was a bit of a walk from the 125th Street station and it was super confusing finding it at first because we thought it couldn't be the correct place. The address is Mushtari Hardware, a hardware store. Only did we know it was the correct place after we read the sandwich board. This said something about coffee and to go that way. Getting to here is by two options. The hardware store has a main entrance on 125th and the back entrance is on 126th, which is the address listed here and on the business website. On 125th you enter on the main floor, while on 126th you enter in the basement. The basement is where you'll find the coffee shop. It has a small counter. This is purely for takeout. A drip coffee is one of the choices. It's $3 for a small. The coffee tasted fresh and not like it's been there a long time. It wouldn't be unexpected with it being so hard to find. They also have some non dairy milks like oat. Get some breakfast burritos. Many locally made and one is vegan. Each of us got a Vegan Breakfast Chorizo Burrito. It's $7 and while it's not big it packs in a lot. This has bell peppers, caramelized onions, Impossible chorizo, pickled daikon, and refried pinto beans and it's all vegan. Good burrito. They also have some croissants and muffins and a few are vegan so pretty good plant based choices and healthier options. Amazing this is in a hardware store but it yes it's possible to pick up a hose in the same place as coffee. It's better getting here early. They quickly run out of pastries.

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    Giselle G.

    I came here and I must say it was quite interesting. The inside of it is quite beautiful and peaceful. I had the iced drink and I remember it was quite strong. I am not sure what I ordered but I do remember the cookie. We had the chocolate cookie and wow that cookie was quite tasty. I will definitely be back to try other items on the menu.

    I happened upon this spot while I was in the neighborhood for work! Love it. Nice and chill, great vibe. When you first walk in, you may think you are in the wrong spot because the entrance is a plant shop. Menu is limited, but that's okay, everything else makes up for it. I love plants and they had a great selection.

    Megan S.

    Really adorable place with awesome staff ! I told them I hadn't been before and they gave me recommendations, I got the matcha latte with honey. They even offered to make me a different free drink if I didn't like it, but it was delicious, perfect balance of sweet honey and bitter green tea. The space is relaxing with TONS of plants because its inside a garden shop. Clean, bright, smells sweet and fresh from the plants, even the music playing was good. Will absolutely be returning :^)

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    Natasha V.

    Really good coffee and great setting. Service was quick and prompt . Lots of plats which is nice

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    Jonathan D.

    Update: there are no electrical outlets, so make sure your device is fully charged if you intend to do work here. 9 Tails Is a small coffee shop that recently opened on West 126 Street in Harlem. I've stopped in a couple times recently. At the moment, it appears as though they are serving basics like coffee and lattes. A small coffee will run you $2.75. The staff is very friendly. They are selling a small assortment of homemade pastries, as well. There are few tables and chairs where guests can sit work or just relax. There's a lot of natural light that enters the café space through the large, glass exterior doors that face toward 126 St. My only suggestion to the owner is to put a sign outside on the sidewalk to lure more street traffic inside. At the moment, it's very easy to walk by and not even notice the cafe.

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    Cool plant vibe, friendly fast service, and solid drinks (flat white and lavender latte with home made syrup) ...neighborhood spot.

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    Love this place. Walk through the plants section of a hardware store to find this delightful neighborhood gem.

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    Loved all of the plants in the space and the fact that their espresso was very strong

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    Awesome little cafe in Harlem. Great coffee drinks and the best assortment of baked goods around!

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