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    Little Canal

    3.8 (175 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Tourists be warned, this is NOT the place to take selfies and speak loudly. If for ANY reason you enter this business, put your phones away keep your voices low. There's a great Starbucks on 42nd St that's much better if you're looking for that authentic New York experience.

    Alexa T.

    My friend and I came here for an afternoon pick me up! It's conveniently located right off the F East Broadway station stop. It's super small inside. Maybe like 5-6 two person tables (one side is a booth). So more likely than not, you'll be sharing the space with someone. I love that the prices include tax. They have food and they serve cocktails after 6 pm. There's a sign that says no wifi, no laptops, and no pets. I got a vanilla latte ($6.25) and my friend got a matcha latte.

    Esther G.

    I'm in this area often for pottery class, and it's always packed here, so I've generally avoided it. Finally, I made it really early before the morning rush, and wow. The egg sandwich is legit. The bread is pillowy on the inside with a soft outer crunch. It was so, so flavorful. Combined with a matcha latte and my book, it was the best ~40 minutes at a coffee shop. Without WiFi and banning laptops and tablets brings a different vibe I can definitely get used to!

    Hangover Wrap
    Evan N.

    This place is so cute and cozy! I loved it here! Not a ton of seating, maybe 5-6 tables of 2 and then 4 window high top seats. I grabbed my book and drank coffee and ate a breakfast wrap and it was a great morning while staring out into the rain. The coffee itself was brewed well, and the hangover wrap was delicious, a hearty breakfast burrito that made me not eat for a while after! 100% will come back, this place is so inviting.

    Richard W.

    Little yet busy most of the time. Right at the exit and entrance of subway. Finally I got the chance to try it after several tries during rush hour.

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    Sarah C.

    Love the vibes of this corner coffee shop in Chinatown. The environment is very chill (they play groovy funk music in the background) and while the line can be a bit long, the service is very quick and moves fast. I also love the cafe provides the option to use a reusable mug if you plan to drink your beverage inside. It's not clear where to place the used dish ware afterwards since there was no sign/no one had notified me (i.e. do I leave on the countertop, give it to someone, etc.). Plus, I found it hard to ask since the everyone was busy making orders. After a while, I managed to get a barista's attention and told me to put it in the bin by the food preparation window, but would be nice if they let me know the procedure once I got my beverage. One thing to note is they do not allow use of laptops and tablets here, so not the best place to do work or study.

    Other half IPA
    Racquel B.

    It smells good in here. Because it smells like coffee. It's cute in here. Because there are plants. Snake plant and cacti and hanging plants and a giant monstera to be specific. It's cozy in here. Because the bar stools are comfy and there's a vinyl collection, mellow tunes, art, and overall chill vibe. Little Canal has been here for four years and although I've frequented their neighbor Jajaja next door, I only noticed it today. And I'm glad. Because it made for a cozy, chill, stop-in with Other half selections on the menu on the way to meet a friend.

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    Chanda A.

    Had a lovely solo brunch at Little Canal in the LES where everything is vegetarian or vegan! I ordered the Huevos Rancheros (just the right amount of spice! And jalapenos!) and a cappuccino with oat milk, and they were both exactly what I needed. It's a very popular, very tiny spot, so you may have to wait a bit for a table or take your food to go.

    Iced Americano
    Clara S.

    Brunch & coffee spot by day and bar & dinner by night. Just got coffee today but will definitely come back to try their foods. I got iced americano and accidentally added too much milk. They have whole milk, half and half, and simple syrup on the side table so you can adjust to your taste.

    Iced Mocha
    Evelyn Z.

    This is one of my favorite coffee shops to stop by and grab a coffee. They provide a variety of breakfast options whether it's a quick to-go or a meal. I loved the welcoming space as you walked in. The windows and doors were open to allow sunlight and a light breeze. The place also has seating indoor and outdoor during the wonderful spring time.

    Iced Almond milk vanilla Iced Latte
    Jenny C.

    First time here since the pandemic. The coffees and lattes are just as good as I remember and the food menu has expanded. If you haven't given it a try I highly recommend that you do!!!

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    Julia B.

    Super cute bar at night with delicious cocktails and selection of wines. Their small bites were also quite delicious and location is great. We sat at the bar and Finley took care of us. Service was excellent and vibes were on point.

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    My favorite coffee shop in nyc! Love their chai latte and egg/cheese sandwich. Becomes a cute bar at night and has the best espresso martini

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    Cute place with a great staff and great drinks.. coffee and bar. What a great place to hang with friends.

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    3.7(440 reviews)
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    The Spaniard is a spot for a real drink if you're in the mood…read more I've been here a few times. The last time was a couple of weeks ago, were in town for the weekend. After a nice stop and a secret garden in west Greenwich, I decided to use the points I had racked up and suggested a beverage at the Spaniard. It was agreed upon, in part as i suggested "they probably have a nice bathroom". Of which they did. It helped they had a nice house drink menu too. My gal found something she would like, and she did. After a fun drink off their menu I got a scotch. Old Putney 12 year. Actually the bartender came up and said they were out, would I want a 18 year or 20 year, something like that. it was a bit more money but it was he last beverage of the weekend trip so I got it. My Lourd it was good. If we had time I would have gotten an Oban they had, but we were off. But we will be back, maybe this year. And if I have racked up enough points in the area, I will suggest this excellent whisky bar.

    Well if this isn't a perfect late night destination in NYC, I don't know what is! A last minute…read morewhim landed me in NYC on Holiday Eve 2024 and I needed a meal. Walking through the cold streets, I stumbled upon The Spaniard which has quickly become one of my favorite NY destinations! We were there for a quick 30 hour trip to experience the "Holiday Magic". After a long day of travel, we just needed something good. We arrived and they accommodated us in a back booth tucked behind the bar, perfect! Our waiter was a delight and very responsive. The martini was kick-ass and our waiter was kind enough to offer us many recommendations. We landed on Charbroiled Oysters, Steak Tartare, and French Onion Dip. Someone slap me, I'm drooling while I write this review over a year later. Seriously, phenomenal. Every bite was amazing! We cleared the table and manged a few cocktails during our time with The Spaniard. If you are ever in the West Village, stop by, you won't be sorry! Thanks me later, actually!

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    Back bar at The Spaniard

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    Dear Strangers

    4.3(28 reviews)
    1.3 miGreenwich Village

    Dear Strangers is a wonderful hidden gem! We celebrated Valentine's Day there last night and while…read morethe restaurant was incredibly busy, we never felt overlooked or underserved. The owners were milling around making sure everyone was well taken care of and the wait staff were kind and personable. Now the food...AMAZING!!! Every bite we took was wonderful and so surprising with creative combinations and gorgeously presented. The restaurant itself was hip and refined and seemed to be the happening spot of the night. We will certainly be back!

    Met up with friends here for dinner before a show near Washington square. It wasn't super crowded…read morewhen we arrived around 6pm (maybe due to the extreme cold that day) but started filling up gradually. I loved the ambiance and decor, very cozy. As for food, there were some true hits but most of the food was good but basic. The highlights for me were the wild mushrooms & rice cakes as well as the Caesar salad - loved the use of nori in the salad and would definitely come back for the mushrooms. The chicken cutlet and chicken dumplings were fine but I probably wouldn't order them again. The wait staff weren't super attentive nor super warm, but they were efficient when we asked for water refills, etc. There was ample standing room at the bar while we waited for our friends, but the table/booth that we sat at was super narrow, I was knocking knees with my friend all night and generally felt squished.

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    Sip & Guzzle - Soft serve kumquat

    Sip & Guzzle

    4.1(274 reviews)
    1.3 miWest Village

    Date: Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 Time: 5pm…read moreParty of: 6 Reservation Made Thru: Resy Accolades: No. 39 in The World's 50 Best Bars 2025, No.5 North America's 50 Best Bars 2025 *Chinatown No.5 ($31) *Satsuma Creamsicle ($28) *Tomato Tree ($24) *Yakitini ($28) *Jamon & Cheese ($31) x2 *Whisky Nigiri ($29) *Addictive Cabbage ($8) *Doctor Green ($26) *Strawberry HotPot ($26) *Dirty Mango ($27) *Plantain Colada ($26) x2 *Espresso Matahini ($28) *Southeast Gimlet ($25) *Espresso Martini - Classic ($25) *Large Party - 20% ($83.80) *Tax ($37.19) My group was on a mission to get bar reservations. We ended up booking a party of four initially when rezzies were released. Later, we made a separate rez for a party of two as we had two more people join and there weren't any openings for a party of six. They were nice enough to combined the two bookings and give us one table when we checked in. I got the chinatown no 5. I was born in sf chinatown and my last name in chinese is the number 5, so I figured it was meant to be. Very cute presentation. The cocktail is in a bottle, so you end up with more than one pour. Nice since the rest of my party could try. I did have another cocktail afterwards, but I cannot remember what it was for the life of me. I enjoyed sipping on it tho. Our server was sooo sweet. Friendly, attentive, and informative. The cocktails here are definitely creative, so she was very helpful in guiding us towards what we may like and describing the different drinks. Inventive cocktails. Had a great time here. REVIEW #4012

    Sip&Guzzle was recently made #1 bar on the list of Top 50 in North America in April 2026, and I…read moreknew I had to make my way here! We were not able to make a resy, so we had standing room at the bar area. 5/5 Rum&Coke - truly such a standout drink due to their secret house blend of spices for their Coke! This such a light and refreshing drink, and woud be very appropriate for the friend who says they do not like spirit forward drinks. 4/5 Super Lychee Martini 4/5 Coffee Martini

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    Serpentine - Espresso Martinis

    Serpentine

    4.5(24 reviews)
    1.6 miWest Village

    We got here early before it started hopping and boy did it hop. The service was friendly and fast…read more The drinks great. The food (only one of our friends ate) looked pretty good, but not exceptional. I'd come back again. A fun, nice, clean bar with a great crowd and staff.

    We had a great time at Serpentine for post-dinner drinks recently. I already had it mind when we…read morewalked by on our way to dinner and even at around 8:30 (on a Saturday) it was already busy. Not surprising, then, that it was pretty packed by the time we finished dinner, at 10:30ish. Serptentine has a solid cocktail list, one that definitely reflects the West Village sensibility. The drinks are all clear variations of classics (ie., martini, negroni, espresso martini, margarita, old fashioned, etc.) but with some added intrigue. All well-executed and made efficiently, which is very impressive during weekend primetime. If you're not nearby I wouldn't make a trip to the area just for Serpentine, but it's a fantastic option if you live/work in the neighborhood and/or are getting a meal in the area and are looking for a bar to start or end at. As I mentioned, it was relatively busy when we arrived here. There weren't any open seats initially but the host said we could hang around the bar for a bit, as he expected a table to open soon. It was probably 10 minutes before we were sat which is basically like being sat immediately in New York time. And generally, the staff here were great -- very personable and accommodating, quick service, only praise in that area. The vibes here are cozy but lively, giving more of a friend hangout than a date (it's also relatively loud so not ideal for conversation if you're sitting across from someone at a table, versus standing and mingling or sitting on bar stools). If you're a dirty martini person you are in luck here, because the Serpentini (grey goose vodka, dry vermouth, olive brine, pepperocini liqueur) is unlike any other. And I get dirty martinis pretty much everywhere I go, so that's saying something. Why is it so unique, you may ask? Well, the pepperocini liqueur is a nice touch and props to whoever decided it was necessary to make such a thing. But the real game changer is the sidecar. You may be thinking -- how is a sidecar unique? Well, it's not just any sidecar...it is not filled with more martini but simply PURE FILTHY BRINE. I mean, if you're ordering a dirty martini, you probably would take a bath in olive brine, brush your teeth with olive brine -- hell, maybe even your contact solution is just olive brine. Want to make your martini dirtier as you drink it? Serpentine has you covered. It is so simple and obvious yet I've never experienced it before. And, because I've never met someone who loves dirty martinis who doesn't also drool over blue cheese-stuff olives, the Serpentini's got that too. Though less exciting and groundbreaking, Mezcal Negroni (ilegal mezcal, campari, averna amaro, lo-fi gentian amaro) is also solid. I love a mezcal negroni and this one is relatively straightforward, just a subtle variation with a few different amaros to add some complexity and herbal notes. A fun and versatile neighborhood spot. It's in prime location so I imagine to rent is absurd, so fingers crossed that it sticks around!

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    Serpentine - Espresso martini

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