First try. My new favorite coffee shop. Wish it has more locations. We tried the Spanish latte and was marvelously impressed with its taste. There are more to try. Can't wait to try. The wait on this location is crazy. Price moderately. read more

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In my opinion, the best matcha I've found in nyc. Some outdoor and indoor seating. Minimalist fit out, and a collection of merch (including a $100 tote bag ‍ The blueberry danish is a winner, as well. read more

% Arabica - Outdoor seating - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

%Arabica Dumbo is a minimalist coffee shop known for its clean design, high quality espresso drinks, and large windows that look directly out toward the Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan skyline. The interior is compact and bright, keeping the focus on the coffee and the view rather than any heavy décor or extended seating experience. Inside, the layout is tight with limited seating. Most of the attention naturally pulls toward the corner windows facing the bridge. I ordered quickly and the process felt straightforward. The menu focuses on drinks like Kyoto lattes, Spanish lattes, matcha lattes, and espresso based coffees. I tried a Kyoto latte, which stood out for its smooth, balanced flavor. Other drinks lean either slightly sweet or more intense depending on what you order. The experience inside felt shaped as much by the crowd as the coffee itself. I watched people rotate in and out quickly, with some lingering near the best view seats for photos. The Brooklyn Bridge view is clearly the main highlight of the space. read more

% Arabica - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Cute boutique coffee shop with some great tasting coffee. They have some seating inside but most people seem to get it to go. The Spanish latte was the crowd pleaser! read more

This is an urban/hip coffee spot with various types of coffees from different countries. They got really nice view of bridge and cross street. The coffee was great but the only thing I can say about the container is the lid. It was a paper disposable lid that interfered with the coffee taste. Almost the same taste you get from drinking from paper straws. Other than that, place and coffee was gooood! read more

% Arabica - Americano Hot - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Did you guys start hiring employees who treat customers like an inconvenience? I spent $16 here today sitting outside with my mom (We are regulars). When I went inside to use the restroom, an employee fixing up the tables (A slim, short, narrow-faced man with a prominent reddish-brown mustache) literally tried to turn me away and told me to go find a bathroom at a different business next door. When I called him out on it, his excuse was that they were closing--even though the front doors were open, there was already a line for the restroom, and we were actively sitting outside with drinks we had bought from them. Refusing to let a paying customer use the bathroom while you're still open just because you want to get off your shift early is completely ridiculous and dynamic-ruining customer service. Singling people out, profiling customers, and attempting to deny basic necessities based on biased assumptions is completely unacceptable and outdated behavior. If your staff is going to accept people's money, they shouldn't treat them with immediate suspicion. Train your staff better, because this guy was beyond out of line. You seriously need to get rid of him. read more

In my opinion this place is one of the best coffee spots around the area. The coffee quality is excellent, everything tastes fresh, and the flavors really stand out. You also get a great view to the Brooklyn Bridge while zipping a delicious coffee. Definitely one of my favorite spots, it's worth trying out. read more

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I visited % Arabica everyday during my New York trip, so saying that I like this spot is an understatement. I tried a few things on the menu, but my go-to was the matcha latte. The menu says they use a high quality matcha from Kyoto and I feel like it really makes a difference! My husband got the Americano here and he is very particular about his coffee but was blown away by the beans that are offered here and the taste of the coffee itself. The store has a cozy and warm ambiance. There's some seating inside to enjoy your drink, however, it is a bit limited and fills up quickly. Service is friendly! read more

% Arabica - Matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Food/drinks: dark latte!!! It's like a hot chocolate and latte mixed, not too sweet!! Atmosphere: very cute, tiny seats with bar seating and pretty busy with tourists Service: can take a bit to get your drink especially if they are busy, but I didn't mind Price: $$ as normal for NYC read more

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Ordered the Kyoto Latte which was just sweet enough. Great coffee, location, vibe and branding with the "%". It was a good stop right before we embarked on our Brooklyn Bridge trek. read more

% Arabica - Kyoto Latte, just sweet enough - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

If I could leave 0 stars I would. Tried the Spanish latte and the Kyoto latte and thought they were mid, would not come back. Honestly I got rubbed off by the rude customer service, the person taking my order was snippy and already left a bad taste in my mouth before I tried the coffee. The only reason people come here is for the view of Brooklyn Bridge not the coffee. One of the worst coffee shop experiences I've had. read more

% Arabica - View - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I think this place is good, but I wouldn't consider it to be my top choice in terms of coffee in the city (which there are TONS of choices). One thing I do have to say is that I enjoy how none of the drinks are sickly sweet, which makes it enjoyable to drink. The matcha is also smooth and not "grassy" tasting which is great as well. read more

% Arabica - Matcha Latte with Oatmilk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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If you are looking to take that perfect snapshot with the Brooklyn Bridge in the background, do yourself a favor and check out "% Arabica". Located directly on Old Fulton St. and just a mere few blocks from the Brooklyn Bridge in Brooklyn NY, this place has been serving up handcrafted coffees, espresso drinks, and matcha beverages dating back to mid-2021. This is one of 4 locations in New York while they have 1 other location in Los Angeles. However, they are more prominent globally as they have a strong presence in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. I came here during the afternoon on Thursday 10/9/2025 at around 3:30pm. As expected, there was a bit of a line but did move rather quickly. The interior layout of the building was bright, cheerful, and upscale while utilizing as much natural light as possible. The neutral earth tone colors flow well as beige, gold, and off-white flow freely around the entire interior. Seating was tricky to find but my lady and I did find two available spots that gave us that million dollar view of the Brooklyn Bridge. As for our beverages of choice, she went with a "Hot Vanilla Latte" while I opted for an "Iced Matcha Latte". Since they were busy and the flow of customers did not ease up, we got our drinks in a timely manner, under 5 minutes. I will say that the overall taste of the matcha was good (but not great) as I've had much better. But from an aesthetic perspective, this place had a great New York vibe as the staff and demographic of customers hit all the high notes for me. All in all, "% Arabica" was a good above-average place that allows you to slow down from the daily hustle-and-bustle grind that we encounter on a regular basis. With decent hours; 7:30am-6:00pm 7 days a week, fast Wi-Fi connections, and squeaky clean restrooms, this location does what it can to stay above some of the better coffee shops in the area. Service, location, atmosphere, and ambiance was amazing while the coffee/matcha is just slightly above average. With that said and done, I am giving % Arabica a solid four stars. read more

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Perfect cup of coffee. I arrived at the perfect time just before closing so there wasn't any line and few people in the building. The server was attentive and produced the perfect cafe latte. The ambiance was nice with a huge focal point of the view of the Brooklyn Bridge. I'm happy I went during the evening for the photo opportunity. The coffee beans were fresh and aromatic, the sip was smooth, the flavor was robust. I was super excited for the fast prep time cup design. Overall 5 of 5 read more

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Haven't had coffee from This place for a long time .. went to get the Kyoto latte and is good as ever!! Very strong coffee flavor and not too sweet just perfect!! Will come back for more read more

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Performative HQ. Great coffee, great vibe, great location, great cups. This is where you go to try and impress the local manic pixie dream girl but realize you're just the 1000th man they've seen that morning in the same North Face puffer and Arc'teryx toque beanie. This place is lit. read more

% Arabica - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

After some freezing weather I stopped by this coffee shop and decided to get something to warm up with. The staff was friendly and helpful and we decided to try a seasonal drink of theres. In the photo you'll find a coffee with white chocolate and a plain croissant. This was perfect! As someone who doesn't like overly sweet food and drinks this was the right amount of flavor. The croissant was nice and fluffy and everything you expect. It is on the pricey side but to be expected. My total was $12.50. My only complaint is that I wish it was much hotter, it was luke warm at best. Coffee 8/10 Croissant 8/10 read more

% Arabica - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My first visit to this café was excellent. The food was delicious, the service was warm, and everything came out quickly. The coffee ice cream was especially tasty. I'll definitely come back again. read more

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I stopped by % Arabica in Brooklyn and ordered their Spanish latte, and honestly... it blew me away. I've had Spanish lattes from a ton of different coffee shops, and this one was on a whole different level. Super balanced, smooth, just the right amount of sweetness basically perfect. I'm the type of person who likes to hop around and try different coffee spots, but after having this, I actually found myself coming back again and again. It's that good. The shop itself has a clean, modern vibe that makes you want to hang out for a bit, and the staff was friendly and quick even though they were busy. Everything just felt dialed in from the coffee to the atmosphere. If you're a coffee person, or even if you're not, this place is a must. I'd go out of my way for that Spanish latte any day. read more

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This location is usually sprawling with tourists and a respectable crowd on the weekends. Nothing beats the picturesque backdrop of Brooklyn Bridge while you're sipping on your latte. I've been here many times by now and their roasting game is pretty top notch. If it's busy (which it usually is), expect a long wait to get your drink. My only critique is that some of the baristas don't seem to be coffee enthusiasts. I had ordered pourover one time and I was trying to learn more about my cup, but they generally responded it was a single origin form Columbia. They make their lattes with lactaid whole milk. I have no idea how they make it so buttery rich. Worth a visit if you're in the area and if you have time! read more

% Arabica - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Clean, centralized coffee spot... we grabbed an espresso before boarding the East River Ferry Bathroom was clean - great plus. read more

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I love % Arabica. It's located in the heart of Dumbo and Brooklyn Bridge park.Coming here makes me reminiscent of my trip to Japan and how much I enjoyed the coffee. I ordered the iced Kyoto Latte which was super delicious. It was light and smooth. It has a subtle sweetness already, which is great, but you can add more if you have more of a sweet tooth. The cafe is sleek, and minimalist. Staff are so friendly. It has a very calming ambiance inside with big windows with amazing views of the brooklyn bridge. You can enjoy your coffee or treat, getting a taste of Japan, while enjoying one of the best views in Brooklyn. read more

% Arabica - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Arabica Brooklyn Bridge is one of the most photogenic coffee stops in NYC. Located right under the Manhattan Bridge in Dumbo, it's surrounded by food carts, local vendors, and street musicians -- perfect for a relaxed break or a photo walk. What I liked: * Their Spanish latte is smooth and slightly sweet. * Friendly baristas and clean, minimalist interior. Pro tip for travelers: If you're into photography, come early in the morning to beat the crowd and get that iconic Manhattan Bridge background shot. The lighting is great around 8-10 AM. How to get here: Take the F train to York Street and walk 5 mins. The area is busy on weekends, so weekdays are better for shooting. Would recommend for: * Travelers * Photographers * Anyone looking for good coffee in a scenic spot read more

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I first tried %Arabica in Korea, and was excited to see that they had a branch here so of course I had to try it. Similar to the overseas chains, their specials with the kyoto latte and the spanish latte were featured, but this particular chain also offered a home-grown Honey latte using local honey that was pretty enticing. Overall, you can't go wrong with % Arabica, which despite being a chain at this point, does coffee well both in taste and strength. Well worth a visit. read more

Ideal location across from where the ferry docks for a coffee. Excellent view of the Brooklyn bridge. Service was pleasant. I got their best seller - the Kyoto latte. I thought it was quite average but I'm usually a flavored latte kind of person so likely not very attuned to the notes of the espresso, but solid enough. Crazy good latte art read more

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Needed a quick afternoon pick me up! I grabbed an ice matcha latte to go. The aroma in the store was very nice as they were actively roast new beans in store. They had large windows to sit by and watch the outside going-ons. The service was quick and polite. The matcha was actually amazing. I was really itching for a good matcha latte since arriving in New York and I'm glad I held out for this café. Will definitely have to try some of their coffee next time read more

% Arabica - Matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This Japanese inspired coffee shop in Dumbo Brooklyn has a wonderful space and vibe to it. You can sit by the window and enjoy a beautiful view of the Brooklyn Bridge. There are also tables outside to enjoy your drinks at on a nice day. I had a regular iced latte and it was way too bitter for me. They have many locations, some are in Manhattan too. read more

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This was one of the more unique coffee spots we tried while visiting NYC. They have a lot of different flavor profiles here, and the views of the bridge are amazing. They also have a bathroom. read more

% Arabica - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

You should know, this is a no frills coffee shop. There are no syrups or fancy drinks. I thought my Americano was good though! They do coffee well. This spot excels in its location though - great spot for a quick pick me up and bathroom break as you're walking down by the bridge. read more

% Arabica - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Artsy interior and fantastic coffee, but very limited seating. My group got the Kyoto latte and regular latte, both of which were fantastic. The location is also really ideal and walking distance to so many iconic Brooklyn sights! read more

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Stopped by to try their coffee while in the area. It was much needed! The staff members were helpful since it was my first time at one of their locations. I ended up choosing the iced Spanish latte. It was strong and alittle sweet. Loved the lay out and decor. Very simple but cute. I like that they have different coffees from different countries and there is a description of what each latte/coffee is you you better understand what you are ordering. read more

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Never disappoint! love arabica coffee wherever I travel! Its a nice spot while you're in the Dumbo Area. Great view seeing the Brooklyn Bridge. Staff were so nice and friendly. read more

% Arabica - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Best coffee. Amazing. No fancy options or flavors. Do you want that to go to the other coffee shops. Do you want your best coffee ever? I'm here! Strongly, recommend Kyoto or Spanish if you like a lightly sweeter read more

This is the last of my New York reviews from my trip during the final week of 2024. I was in Dumbo during a frigid morning and needed some good coffee to warm me up! While the inside was bustling with people everywhere, service was relatively quick and the staff were both very kind, but also very knowledgeable about coffee. Knowing % Arabica is a Japanese chain with locations only in New York and LA, I'm glad we stopped in. We ordered a Kyoto Latte and a Spanish Latte. The Kyoto Latte was impeccable. Possibly one of the best I've had. Smooth, not overly sweet, and incredibly easy going down. The Spanish Latte was just as smooth but did have a bit more sweetness. The drinks were about $7, which is more than fair for a 16oz. Something else I found really fascinating was that inside there are coffee beans from all over the world for sale. Beautiful view of the bridge if you come when it's less busy and can grab a seat. Outdoor seating is picturesque as well. read more

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Nice Americano with no frills, smooth and dark. Takes a bit to get your order since it's so popular.

Matcha latte here is one of my favorites! Authentic and deep green color for $7 (better than most $9 spots). Love how you add the simple syrup after and can control how sweet you want it. Quick service and lots of outdoor tables to hangout read more

Cute white interior. Iced matcha was very matcha-y. Cute place to chill or get some work done read more

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Best coffee in the area. You can't ever go wrong with the oat milk Kyoto latte or the oat milk dark latte. We visit here at least once a week to treat ourselves to amazing coffee. Line can be a little long but it's worth the wait. Baristas take their time with steaming the milk so each latte comes out to perfection. Highly recommend! read more

I love this coffee chain from when I tried it in Japan and wish they had more locations than just LA and NY! I tried the Kyoto latte before in Japan but since I like sweet coffee, I tried an iced Spanish latte this time. I still had to add extra sweetener but it was delicious and smooth and had the right amount of strongness! You can taste the quality of the coffee. read more

% Arabica - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The perfect spot to grab coffee while waiting for the ferry or if you're visiting DUMBO! The coffee is so smooth and has the perfect amount of sweetness. I got the 16oz iced Kyoto Latte ($7) and a 12oz iced Spanish Latte ($6.75). The spanish latte was a bit sweeter than the kyoto latte but both are really good! I also appreciate the fact that the default milk they use is lactose free which made my stomach happy. Even with the ice the coffee wasn't watered down at all and you can tell how high quality the beans they use are. I wish I was in the area more often to come by more! It's beautiful inside and if you want to take your drink to go, it's also right by the river which has such a nice view. read more

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