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    Charlotte Cafe

    4.4 (288 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 7:30 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Pistachio latte
    Katherine N.

    Charlotte Cafe is one of those spots you stumble into on the Upper West Side and end up staying longer than planned. Super convenient--right near all three subway lines--so it's perfect if you need a pit stop to get some work done between trains. The vibe is cozy, with both indoor and outdoor seating that works well for laptop life. Not the place for a gourmet snack though--the pistachio latte is fine, nothing to write home about, and the cookie's pretty forgettable (and tiny). Service is average, but the overall setup makes it a solid go-to if you're looking to knock out some emails or chill in a laid-back space.

    This macchiato was pure comfort in a cup, rich and perfectly balanced.

    This macchiato was pure comfort in a cup, rich and perfectly balanced. It warmed me up instantly while the rain poured outside. Smooth, strong, and ready in minutes -- exactly what a rainy day needed.

    Alisa J.

    Pretty good cafe. Ambiance is cute with a nice outdoor dining area. The coffee was decent taste. The cheddar scone was very yummy. Service was good.

    My $3.25 Medium Drip Coffee!
    Ameya B.

    The best coffee on UWS. Amazing staff, quick service, superb snack options and extremely well priced. Plenty of comfortable seating too.

    Jenny Z.

    honestly, excellent coffee and service is extremely fast. It was packed before noon and had tons of people working and chatting, so seems like a good place to work and catch up with friends too. I got an iced latte with double espresso and almond milk, and you can tell the espresso is really high quality. It was very smooth, not too milky, and really let the flavor of the coffee beans shine. Delicious!!

    Good vibes in contemporary, clean, welcoming environment. Excellent pastries.

    Such a good vibe in this wonderful cafe. Very friendly employee last, clean, welcoming, excellent pastries. Broadway on the UWS is a desert in many ways and Charlotte Cafe brings a community feel with it.

    Hot Chocolate
    Yeebing T.

    Was craving a hot chocolate and this was the closest place in the area, so I decided to drop by while waiting for a nearby art cafe to open. There was a nice ambiance that seemed like it would be good for working, and it was relatively crowded. The hot chocolate came in a nice cup and was tasty. However there wasn't anything particularly special about it, but I suppose I shouldn't expect much as I imagine most people are going for the coffee or pastries. Maybe I'll try one of those if I'm ever in the area again.

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    Thank you for sharing Nicole and welcome back!

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    Thank you for sharing Tracy! We happy to have you back.

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    5 months ago

    Wonderful service, coffee, and atmosphere. Many regular and vegan pastry options. Very helpful with to go orders

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    Friendly baristas, nice neighborhood vibe, great place for a morning coffee and light food.

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    The hot chocolate (and chai latte) are too die for. You can really taste the quality of the 'real' chocolate. 10/10 I'd come back.

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    I love this place. The staff is so friendly, fast and the coffee is delicious! Highly recommend.

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    This is the best iced chai I've ever had? What did they put in this? What sorcery do these baristas possess! Oh my god

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    Good food, good service, pleasant atmosphere. Doesn't get much better than that. Good location (for me).

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