One of the few places that is open at 6am! And my there is so much NYC history to this place Oatmeal breakfast available at 6am Sandwiches start coming in by 7am Super friendly read more

I was walking by and honestly couldn't help but be drawn into the shop by the smell of fresh coffee! I had been craving coffee all day, and something about the aroma coming from this place immediately pulled me in. Once I walked inside, I was pleasantly surprised by how cute, decorative, bright, and welcoming the space was. It's also much more spacious than it looks from the outside, with some dimmer, cozy areas that give it a really nice vibe. I ordered a flat white latte, and it was delicious! The coffee itself was really good, which is obviously the most important part. They also have a nice selection of baked goods and a merch section. And then I discovered there's a whole back section with tons of tables and seating areas, plus beautiful live plants throughout the space. It would be such a nice spot to sit, relax, work, or catch up with someone. I'm already excited to come back and try more of their menu. And the service was great very welcoming ..Definitely adding this one to my coffee spots! read more

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Found this gem walking this morning. I was excited to see the engaging and colorful space. Staff were friendly and fast. The Mexican mocha was exactly what I needed to get me going being sweet with the heat of cayenne and cinnamon. The egg sandwich was good but would have liked a bit more heat in the flavor. read more

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Been here more than once now and can admit its a guilty pleasure of mine! Any choice here is always a great one! The menu is one of a kind and always yummy! I don't remember what we had grabbed unfortunately but the menu straight forward and I hope to try some of their food one day! Staff is super friendly and kind when you arrive through the door. The cafe has alot space for seating! read more

Needed a quick caffeine boost and saw this spot. The decor drew me in. Went in and there was ample seating and nice murals throughout the place. Lots of accessories and beans on display for purchase. Big seating area in the front and back. But a coffee shop is only great if their coffee is great... and boy does Dark Matter do it right. Both mochas were freshly made. The espresso was made fresh. Super aromatic. Each puck was used only once. The Mayan mocha had a deep chocolate flavor profile with kicks of spiciness from the cayenne. Amazing drink. The barrel mocha was equally amazing. Woody barrel flavor, sweeten just right, and depths of chocolate flavors. If you're in the area and need coffee, this is the spot. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Mayan Mocha (left) Barrel Aged Mocha (right) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

I love amazing coffee finds and Black Matter definitely falls into this bucket. An import from Chicago, the New York store is absolutely gorgeous. It's painted floor to ceiling with beautiful and colorful art that accentuates the identity of this coffee shop. From the retro feel of artifacts like the old fashion TV, the diner chairs, and the record player, this coffee shop takes you somewhere else. I ordered the mocha. As much as I love chocolate, I don't really order mochas as they are usually too sweet for me. The mocha here is perfect. It is probably the best mocha I've ever had! They also bake all their pastries in house. Multiple restrooms too - the code was 0420 when I visited! This place is pretty much perfect. Casual, great service. Large seating area, inside and outside. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

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This is such a captivatingly designed coffee shop! It's colorful and features so much to look at - from the art to the coffee goods for sale. I stopped in while shopping in the neighborhood for an afternoon pick-me-up. I was pleasantly surprised by how many take-home products they offer! I grabbed a bag of beans and a four-pack of cold brew as Christmas gifts. Each purchase came with a free coffee and the barista was kind enough to let me take one of the free drinks and gave me a coupon to redeem the second free drink at a later time. I stayed in the cafe to enjoy my complimentary cold brew - smooth and delicious! And a portion of the proceeds support the Bowery Beat Foundation, which aspires to preserve and expand access to music education in public schools. I dig it! The cafe is very spacious and has lots of seating. It is a great place to enjoy your coffee and relax for a bit. read more

((4.75 stars)) Dark Matter is a colorful coffee shop planted on Bowery and 1st. large amount of space and seating options for enjoying coffee, doing some work, catching up with a friend, or just being in your head for solace. the space is is vibrant and give its nods to music in the decor, vibe, and personality of its various locations spread across America. while Dark Matter has a great upbeat energy--it's not crazy obnoxiously loud visually or sound-wise...it's a good balance for people who want the kick of caffeine and some stimuli without it being frenzied and hectic. the coffee? really good...you have choices here as they rotate coffees daily for their "drip" and you can pick from a variety of coffee roasts for an Americano or whatever your go-to coffee is. every time I have been here, I typically ask what roasts are available and choose accordingly or go for the ever-changing drip coffee. tbh, if you don't know what you like based on a written description of the coffees...just tell the counter person and barista the types of flavors you like in a coffee and they won't steer you wrong as there is a fair amount of variety in what is served here in terms of flavor profile and roast type or geography. ya got options, kid! the folks here are knowledgeable about coffee in a non-robotic way...there's genuine enthusiasm behind the coffee and when they talk about it. tbh, that's refreshing when often times you go to places and know you're being sold a commodity whereas as at Dark Matter...you're talking to people who enjoy making and drinking coffee and haven't made it into a total "transaction"...yeah it is a business, but you get that they are about the caffeine culture and that's aces in my book. whether you're in the area looking for a casual cup of coffee or a destination...Dark Matter has the the relaxed flexibility to make the trip there a memorable and flavorful one. and obviously, you can buy bags of their various roasts if you rather brew in the comfort of your home. drink up, amigos! read more

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I came here recently with my friend for a coffee on a Tuesday afternoon. It wasn't super busy, since we got here around 5:30pm. There's a bunch of tables and it seems like it would be a great place to get work done. I ordered a decaf cortado. It was a little smaller than most other cortados, but the flavor was good and the milk was steamed well. Good service here, too! read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Decaf cortado - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

DELICIOUS and super unique coffee! never expected to have cayenne pepper in my mayan mocha but i actually LOVED the kick it added, and it really showed me that whoever created the menu knew what they were doing and were very well versed in the nuances of flavor. service was great, and it's a great care to sit and chitchat. i love the bright maximalist decor but i will say that the music is pretty loud so you'd need a good pair of noise canceling headphones if you want to study or work. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Mayan mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

What a great place to chill and have your coffee! I came here Sat around 4pm, the place wasn't packed. Lots of space to seat and chill. The staff were super friendly and knowledgeable. The guy who took our order guide us through the menu and suggested drinks according our preferences! He also gave us samples of two different cold brews that they have. My fav was the vanilla suburbs nitro. My husband had an espresso, strong! Really strong haha... I had the Iced Mayan Mocha which had chocolate, agave, cayenne and cinnamon. Very good and different. I felt tempted to order a cinnamon roll but I had just eaten and I was full. I'm coming back for it!! They looked amazing. Adios Amigos! See you soon. read more

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Some hits with some missed. Great spot if you're a student and want to lounge at a cafe. Coffee was mediocre and the croissant was stale. Service staff were pretentious and cold. read more

Not your quiet suburban coffee shop, super fun punk scene feel and music volume. Coffee is very good and some unique takes on the with things like brewing with hops. Barrel aged beans are frequently featured. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Chocolate City and Brown Acid (name of coffee not the illegal substance) Goose Island Bourbon County Barrel Aged Beans - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

This place is an absolute vibe. Artisanal chocolate, fantastic coffee. Great spots who are either sit outside and watch the people walk by or work on your laptop. Water station in the back. LOTS OF SPACE. Super cool staff giving Punky funky vibes. And awesome rock legends photography. Breakfast Sandos for on the go and other cafe snacks. read more

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Great coffee! Love the unique options, particularly the Dolor de Oro! Such a delicious flavor combo with some great heat! Must love spicy! As for pastries, they were 50/50 for me. Got the Oaxacan Brownie and took it home to eat with ice cream. The brownie was sadly dense and dry. Even the ice cream wasn't enough to soften it up. I also got the Cherry Cola Danish and it was decent although the pastry part also seemed dense compared to most but it did have good flavor, particularly the cherry cola center. I ended up just scooping out the center. The service was also great which is way more than I can say for most other coffee spots in the area. I will definitely go again and work my way through the menu. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

This is a really nice spot. The Coffee is very good, and the vibe is very good. Reminds me of 90s cafe concept like a community space, and yet it's still laptop/work friendly. oh, and the coffee is really good! Nice to feel like your getting your money's worth. read more

Friendly service. Came in for an iced tea and it was pretty good, as expected. A lot of seating inside and well spaced out. Nothing fancy. It wasn't too busy. I felt it pretty average tbh. read more

Helpful service - knowledgeable about the food and drink. Plenty of seats. Brilliant cinnamon roll..homemade deliciousness read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Mayan mocha and cinnamon roll - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Great punk on the Bowery themed coffee spot from Chicago has made its way to, um...the Bowery. Adorned with all things CBGB from Blondie and the Ramones, to Bad Brains and Sick of It All, they offer a wide variety of coffee with a friendly staff and fun atmosphere. read more

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This place is a vibe. I like the colorful and eclectic ambiance, music, and energy of those that work there. A very light energy. I don't drink coffee but loved their tea. There didn't appear to be a ton of outlets so come with your device charged. Bathroom available. Could this be my new favorite place? read more

My favorite cafe. I think I have tried all of their specialty drinks, and they are all amazing. All the variations of the mocha are my fave. Their iced drinks are better than most places, you can see they actually have foam/froth in them. I've also had delicious chorizo tacos and a sandwich. The interior is super cool, lots of brightly colored art. The music is always fire. The service is nice too. Last time I went this group was claiming drinks that weren't what they'd ordered, and the employee realized and let them know. read more

A hidden gem! Lots of seating, unique menu, fun decor, and GREAT coffee. I had their dolor de oro, a spicy honey mocha (similar to a Mexican mocha, which they also offer). The flavors were excellent and well balanced. The baristas were also very patient with me while I selected my drink. Will absolutely be back. read more

This is a great place to get chocolate and coffee mixed together in beautiful harmony. Tons of seating and free wifi make this a good place to hang. read more

Drip coffee is quite strong. It's on the darker roast side. The space is pleasant and the staff are responsive.

Everything here is a 10/10- from the atmosphere to the customer service to the pastries and drinks (I got a heirloom tomato danish, blueberry matcha muffin, and oat milk matcha latte w maple syrup). Highly recommend! read more

Got the Mayan mocha - so delicious and innovative. Was essentially a spicy mocha and was so enjoyable. Service was also good! You can also use laptops/cowork here. No complaints. read more

One of my favorite places to get work done. Love the mochas and breakfast sandwiches. Great decor and lots of space. Please give it a try and keep this place in business! read more

Such a beautiful place with a BEAUTIFUL cup of espresso May many visit this blessings of artistry & coffee experiences read more