This is the cafe that made me fall in love with egg bagels. Buttery and delicious and perfect and transcendent I felt like I saw God. Anyways I used to go here religiously when I went to City College!! I don't go quite as much these days but it's still my favorite cafe in the area and I think of it often. Everything is tasty and perfect and made with love (also more affordable than other cafes in the neighborhood). Get the stamp card! Go all the time! It's awesome! read more

Just an excellent coffee experience. Great variety of healthy foods and snacks. Great people.

Didn't even cut the meat right. My chicken was given to me more in chunks than in anything + oddly soggy. honestly very disappointed. Plus, staff is not welcoming, it felt very rushed and rude. Especially from the older Asian lady. I could tell people who were of a lighter complexion were given the best treatment. Strange establishment to be supporting... worst experience as a first timer. read more

Guess the cheese is optional even when they charge you for it.... Just glad the meat wasn't freezer burnt this time like the last one I ordered. read more

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MY FAVORITE CAFE EVER. Also THE cafe for city college students, so it can get pretty busy but service is always fast. Haven't met one person who doesn't love it here! They have the best chai ever I'm not kidding. I love it here and I genuinely force myself not to get it multiple times a day. read more

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Love, love this cafe. It can get pretty busy and you might wait a little more than you expect to but it's worth it. The food and drinks are great, and it's also a nice spot to do some work or hang out with your friends. Could not recommend enough!! read more

Come close so I can whisper this in your ear because I don't want everyone to hear this; their bacon avocado sandwich is slapping and the caramel ice latte is one of the best I've ever had. This is my go to when I am close by and need my coffee fix. The service is on point even when they are busy. Also, they have a little space for eating. It's a no frills kind of place but with big flavors. I do recommend their coffee when you need that pick me up! read more

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It's rare to get coffee for $2 in this economy. Small little corner across from city college. I ordered a matcha latte and avocado BLT. Matcha wasn't bad, good balance of matcha to milk. The sandwich was a little salty to my preference. My order came out to be under $15 Many people were saying the wait is long and it did feel like a long wait for a sandwich to go. Still, a cute spot to hit in the neighborhood for quick eats by the campus. read more

Cafe One - Matcha latte and avocado BLT - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

best cafe in harlem :) really sweet staff and great sandwiches + good selection of drinks.

The food was good. I went with 4 people and 3 of us received incorrect orders. Everyone was nice though

Over 5 years as being a not-so-consistent customer, this place is still the BEST! They have been consistent with their Food quality, portion size, price, EXCEPTIONALLY FRIENDLY service! A true GEM worth climbing the hills of the (Hamilton) Heights to get to! As an omnivore, my favorite item is the black bean burger. With appreciation, Angela, Bed Stuy Brooklyn read more

Cafe One - Black Bean Burger - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Got a peppermint white mocha latte- great latte, made pretty quickly. It was packed inside (it's the morning near a college) and still the staff were very kind. Definitely recommend! read more

Café One is definitely a gem I will return to. The coffee here was refreshing because as a Colombian Native it reminded me of our coffee. Perfectly blended and not too bitter. The staff was quick and the place was clean. I thought to get a muffin and I'm happy I did because it was moist and better than I expected. I hope to spend more time next time I stop by and recommend that if you're in the area you try it out 100% read more

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Service is friendly Food is ok, price is ok. It will take 30 minutes for a bagel with a singular spread untoasted & I wish there were more hot food vegan options read more

Cafe One 1619 Amsterdam Ave, Upper Manhattan NYC, Amsterdam landmark building nyc near by. Cafe One is a local cafe in Hamilton Heights that serves breakfast, lunch, desserts and espresso. It has been serving the community for over 16 years. Cool, casual coffee bar near City College, serves breakfast & light fare with occasional live music. read more

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Such a neighborhood gem! I love that everyone from all walks of life seems to enjoy Cafe One- on an average day you'll see CCNY students and teachers, workers on their lunch breaks, and neighbors of all ages. The service here is great and all the staff are knowledgeable and consistently really friendly. The coffee is strong and good, and the well stocked pastry case always hits the spot. Their prices are unheard of for New York (in the best way). They get pretty busy in the mornings given their proximity to CCNY and the train, and for good reason, but always handle the rush pretty smoothly. I haven't tried their food yet, but if everything else is any indication, it'll be excellent. read more

Had a pretty good lunch here recently. I ordered on seamless and picked it up and it looks like the prices are higher to order through that than in store. They were really busy and it took 30! mins for my food to be ready which I was pretty annoyed by. The inside is small and they have some outdoor seating. I ordered the Italian wrap and it was good. I've had it from here before and this time wasn't as good, honestly. I also tried the spicy beef sandwich with sauce on the side. It was good but entirely fell apart so it was hard to eat. Overall, I'd say the food was good but the wait was way too long for me. It looked like a lot of people were getting coffee and special drinks so maybe I'll try one instead next time. read more

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Ordered takeout a few times from here and always had a great experience. If there is anything they don't have in stock they always call to let me know and ask if I would like to switch for another item. Great prices, everything is always packaged well and food tastes great. My absolute favorites are blue velvet cake, pistachio macaroon and almond croissant. White macadamia nut cookie and bagel sandwiches are also good. Will definitely order from here again. read more

Perfect selection of breakfast and lunch sandwiches, I got a hummus sandwich and an oat mocha. I really appreciate the size selection for hot drinks. Sometimes I need a LOT of caffeine. read more

Consistently good coffee, bagels, muffins, and other pastries. Great variety of food including vegetarian & vegan. My favorite is the BLT.

This was my first time here. I'm visiting a friend that lives close and she goes here a lot. I got the pastrami, turkey, and Swiss panini. Honestly, it would have been better with pickles but it was really good. I got a side of bbq chips and to drink I got the iced chai with almond milk. Everything was so good but the chai is incredible! I'm very picky when it comes to my chai but this is one of the best I've ever had. There is one place in the town I live that keeps the #1 spot of all time but this is a VERY close second. I've tried dozens of chais so that is a pretty big statement from me. Get it and thank me later. 10/10 go here. read more

Cafe One - Pastrami-Turkey-Swiss sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

My mom introduced me to this coffee shop when she was visiting New York and I cannot thank her enough. I choose this spot frequently over Dunkin to support the small local business here in Harlem. Great owner, amazing customer service, excellent baristas. It is right next to the college, so there is young vibes and books to read while you enjoy your coffee and BEC sandwich (which by the way is way better than the corner store from across the street). Best seasonal drinks as well! Can't wait for pumpkin spice to come back! read more

A friend and I spent a couple of days in NYC and booked an AirBnb in this area. Upon our arrival, we were looking for a place to grab a quick breakfast and happened upon Cafe One. We enjoyed it so much that we ended up returning throughout our trip. The line to order on a Sunday morning was short and our food was prepared pretty quickly. I ordered an egg and cheese biscuit and severely underestimated how good it would be. It seemed tiny at first, but it was actually pretty filling. The biscuit was soft and buttery -- just how I like it! I also tried the banana bread and it was SO YUMMY! Moist and not too sweet! There is indoor dining and an enclosed outdoor seating area. We sat in both areas throughout our trip and both were kept pretty clean. read more

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Café late and egg cheese avocado sandwich. Very good. Price is reasonable too. Staff are nice and kind. Atmosphere is good also. Nice quiet neighborhood. read more

I love their chai and grilled cheese so much. I also like their vegetarian burgers they're so good!! The place is cozy too when it's not busy. They have cute little paintings on the wall as well that I noticed they change once in a while. read more

Cafe One is a great place for breakfast and lunch. We've seen many students lined up there from City College and they know where the good food is at near their school so we went too. The line can be long but it's a great cafe. We love how they support the students by placing their artwork on the walls. As for the food, we enjoyed their everything bagel with cream cheese for breakfast. It was delicious, the bagel tasted fresh and the cream cheese was creamy. They put a lot of everything seasoning which is good because some places skimp on everything seasoning. Glad they make it worth it. We also ordered their Black Bean Burger for lunch. This was a great vegetarian option for a burger. It tasted good with the seasoning on it as well. The bun was soft and the lettuce and tomato were a great fresh combo with the black beans. read more

Strong, delicious coffee and delicious baked goods. Great selection of stuff and large menu.

One of the better cafes in Harlem! It has definitely saved me a few times after lectures if you're hungry or craving something sweet this was my go-to for a while. Sandwiches are made fresh to order and so are the various coffees. They also offer a variety of pre made refrigerated items like sushi, boiled eggs etc. The donuts are all great different flavors, the pastries are all fresh I recommend the custard tarts with fresh fruit on top! I should add the service here is always super friendly as well. read more

I don't think you can't go wrong with anything you order here. Everything is delicious! Great coffee, amazing bagels, and delicious pastries. AND splendid customer service! read more

My bacon egg & cheese croissant was absolutely perfect, thank you! Campus breakfast spot found. They have real bacon here (the pork kind). Made my day, this place did. read more

I bought their macarons for the first time today since they've recently become my new food obsession, and I can say they're absolutely delicious! Not to mention their service is quick and easy, they'll get you out asap. The cafe itself has a great ambiance! read more

This is a cute little place very close to CCNY. I ordered the spinach wrap Italian and it came with a bag of kettle cooked chips. The wrap was yummy. The filling was lightly greased chicken with lettuce and pesto. Amazing flavors! Will definitely go back to try their carrot cake- looked amazing :) read more

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This place is my go to in the neighborhood! I just moved back to Hamilton Heights and am SO thrilled that Cafe One made it through the pandemic. Amazing coffees, sandwiches, and muffins. And the staff is fantastic!! read more

Service was friendly, but unfortunately the food was inedible. Most disappointing of all, there were strips of plastic in my drink so I had to chuck it. Almost positive that the woman who made it was the owner, so you'd think she'd be more careful or care about what goes into her customers food... it also took a half hour to make. Wish I didn't waste my time and money here read more

As the closest cafe to CCNY, Cafe One is busy just about all day. The coffee is okay, and their prices aren't crazy. The wifi usually works and is fast, and there's never any pressure from staff to leave. There are outlets on both wall. That said, this is not the place to work if you need quiet--it can get quite loud during lunch, and has a steady hum of conversation all day. Egg and cheese on a croissant is an cheap, artery-clogging sandwich of bliss, and the Hale and Hearty soups hit the spot on cold days (though they're a bit pricey). Unlike delis, Cafe One has soymilk on hand, and you can get your coffee in a mug. The staff is consistently friendly and really sweet, even when the line is long. Over the summer the muffins were half-off or BOGO in the evening--not sure if that's still a thing, but it was awesome. read more

Very nice neighborhood spot for on the go breakfast items. Busy, but line moves fast. The staff (owners) behind the counter are very nice and make you feel welcome, also helping with the menu choices and baked goods suggestions. Coffee was excellent, and so are the muffins and croissants . We will definitely keep coming back. FYI there is seating area inside. read more

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I come here only for the pistachio macarons, so my opinion is limited. I tried them on a whim (I didn't jump on the macaron wave when it rose some years back) and have found my newest sweet tooth fixer. I love the crushed pistachio and the texture. It's just enough filling and one macaron does the job. There's a yummy lookin' array of pastries and desserts here, I suggest giving it a try. The staff is vibrant and welcoming - they greet regularly and remember their customers. read more

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I truly appreciate this cafe. I used to go to another one down the street (double dutch) but recently I have been having bad experiences there so I decided to try out Cafe One. I was NOT disappointed. I ordered a Chai Latte (they have many different flavors; I chose spice for traditional flavor). They steep it from a tea bag and froth the milk, like a real chai! It wasn't from a box of chai concentrate (yuck). I also ordered the new England clam chowder, it was okay but didn't taste like real clam chowder. I saw that they have really good lunch deals for a sandwich and a bag of chips it's about $7. I had no idea. The only thing I would want them to change is to add outlets for customers. I came with my laptop only at 36% and phone at 10%, and I was sad to see they didn't have an outlet for me to charge while I studied. read more

When you're trying to be healthy, but also want to please your inner fat child, you come here and have the Avocado BLT and all yourselves will be satisfied! Definitely will come back for it whenever in the area. read more

I've been coming here for about 6 months now and after todays coffee I just had to write a review. I usually order online but I've been coming in more often to try and save some coins. I've tried their breakfast pastries, lunch sandwiches, quiche, and their egg sandwiches. I always get the same thing now: egg wrap with Turkey and avocado. I've tried to get this simple combo at other places and it's never as satisfying as Cafe One's! Now on to the glorious glorious coffee! I work for a coffee company who roasts their own coffee and while it's pretty delicious, Lá Colombe is honestly a close second to some of my favorite coffee in existence. It's gotten to the point where I purchase the beans from Cafe One and they happily grind them for my French Press (even tho I can get free coffee from work!) I'm a non dairy person so I usually either get a black coffee (5/5) full bodied and smooth, no acidity whatsoever, a Soy Hazelnut Latte or Oat Caramel Latte. Both are 5/5 but the Oat Caramel was a little too sweet for me. Oat Milk has a lot of sugar on its own so I would ask for less pumps of the caramel next time. Now I'm writing this review because I'm trying to avoid both Oat and Soy milk as much as possible, but every time I order an almond latte somewhere it's gross. I decided to take my chances here since I know the espresso here is good and I was not disappointed. This is the first almond latte I've had that was not only good, but quite delicious. Of course it still had that weird taste that almond milk has to me (idk what it is!), but it was very subtle and the espresso mellowed everything out. I will say beware of the Iced Lattes if you're sensitive to caffeine. I got one the other day and was bouncing off the walls. It is VERY strong and I drink espresso every day! Anyway if you're in the area, check them out. They have a decent size menu, ample seating (outdoor too) and a friendly and competent staff. They also have other treats and lots of cool drinks like Recess which is a Hemp and Adaptogen drink and is super calming. Please bring CASH to tip your baristas and cashiers because they don't have a CC tipping option available :( read more