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Maru Coffee

4.3 (44 reviews)
Open 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

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Black & white espresso set
Melissa K.

Came back for an espresso set! I love that they have three different options, we went with the black & white espresso set. This was a drip coffee and a choice of cortado or macchiato (I picked cortado). The beans for this set was the Sanmi blend. The flavors of these beans are unreal and Maru does an excellent job of highlighting all those notes. It was light, fruity, and sweet. An absolute staple spot for coffee lovers!

Vanilla Bean Latte & Matcha latte
Christine D.

I got the matcha latte, it was fine. I didn't hate it, but I didn't love it either either. This place is not high on my list to return and try other stuff. Vibes were really cute inside, big fan but they were really busy on a Sunday morning.

Erica K.

Hailing from Los Angeles, I was excited to see / hear that Maru was a business that would open shop here in NYC. While I believe in waiting in line for quality coffee / bakery goods, I wouldn't justify waiting more than 15 minutes here. Their expertise feels skewed towards pour over creations and less so towards lattes / capps. Even though there are certain drinks they're supposedly known for i.e. vanilla bean latte, cream top but because it's an Asian cafe and not American, their flavored drinks are actually not that sweet. Take what you will and if you do prefer sweet vs. not sweet, wanted to put that out in the ether. The aesthetic and decor inside is minimalistic, but you're truly paying for the artistry of the slow coffee wave vibe and less of the Starbucks / Bottle aesthetic. We ordered the vanilla bean latte and cream top however were not quite that impressed...the latter you definitely have to stir really well!

Cream top, vanilla latte
Emily L.

If you like sugary drinks, I don't think this place is for you but if you're a fan of good coffee, this place definitely takes their craft seriously. They have an open space and good seating options but not good for studying. They don't have wifi so keep that in mind. The staff is really honest about their drinks and the ambiance is really cozy! I do want to go back and try their matcha drinks but their coffee was solid!

Inside
Justine H.

Favorite thing was the pastry - the chocolate in the pain suisse was so good! We each got lattes, matcha and vanilla bean, and they were not sweet so if you prefer that I would ask for more sweetener or have a sweet pastry with it. Also, you're only able to add the cream too to specific drinks which was a bummer because the drinks would have been even better with it. Orders came out quickly and they gave these cute fabric squares with the drinks to sit on. The inside is very minimal and modernistic seating (low wooden stools).

Toddler-approved kouign-amann
Eunice C.

The first time I came by, it was during the weekend and the line was a bit too much for me. I didn't ask questions and just ordered the signature drinks to go, which were good but not lining up good. The second time I came by, I went on a weekday so the wait was much shorter. This time around, slower paced, I realized I can choose from three types of beans for my espresso after asking about the menu. Instead of the signature drinks, I ordered a latte with the bean of choice. My goodness, what a difference in experience. I had a chance to sit down and sip, while snacking on a kouign amann. The latte was delicious and lingered in memory hours after. By sitting, I got to enjoy the space, admire the coffee sets, and the minimalist interior design.

Josephine C.

This spot opened not long ago. We decided to come visit, however, the line is still long despite rainy and cold weather! Upon entering the store, there are couple of pour over machines in front. On the sides, there were benches and couple of tables and chairs for guests to sit and relax. We ordered matcha latte and macchiato. Lovely spot to try!

Julia Y.

I came here on a Saturday morning around 9:30am and waited about 10 minutes. The line moved fairly quickly. Their matcha latte is delicious - you can pay $2 extra to upgrade to the higher quality matcha (which I didn't but I want to try!). The flavor of the matcha is great (I heard they use ippodo but I'm not 100% sure). I would love to come back and sit down next time - though it looks like the tables might be hard to grab.

Allen L.

To be fair, this is actually a 5 star coffee shop and their coffee is superb, but goodness, the line is annoyingly long. Sure, we live in NYC and lines are inevitable, but are they always worth the wait? Building off its success and roots from LA, Maru made the pilgrimage out east (just like how a lot of Californians have moved here). By now, this location is a few months old so it has a very new feel to it and minimalist aesthetic. I ordered an espresso and was impressed by how much I loved it. It was a smoothly extracted shot and had a brightness that truly made it shined. I'm harsher than usual, but I'll come back again and see if I change my mind.

Karina R.

Maru definitely brought their LA magic to New York! If you swing by in the morning or early afternoon, be prepared for a line and trust me, it's for a reason. Their matcha is so good, and the BonBon is the perfect sweet treat to kickstart your day. The space is minimalistic, bright, and super chill ideal for catching up with friends, getting lost in a book, or just people-watching the crowd. NYC has no shortage of coffee spots, but this one is absolutely worth the visit.

Counter with bar seating
Matt L.

Recommendation: For something slightly sweet but in such good balance, get the macchiato, which comes with their signature foam on top. I'm not usually someone who goes for anything smaller than 12oz, but I'd make an exception to have their macchiato again. It's that good. Other reviews are a bit outdated by now; their menu now includes their signatures like their cream top coffees. Even on a Monday morning, Maru still has a (short) line out the door and every table is occupied. Furniture beautifully designed, huge open windows for sunlight pouring in. Hang around a bit and you should catch yourself a table. People don't seem to stay too long if they're not on the tables to work on their laptops.

Cream Top
Chandni D.

Not worth the hype, the line, or the price. I got the infamous cream top and it was just ok. Definitely better places in the area that are a fraction of the price and still quality coffee.

Matcha Latte
Stephanie C.

As a LA native I was so excited to see Maru come to NY. Their coffee & matcha are top notch! One of the best matchas lattes I've had in the city - they don't skimp out.

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My favorite coffee shop in NY. I would highly recommend to try the cream top and the matcha. The matcha is not too sweet which i appreciate.

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Angelina Bakery

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My friends and I randomly stumbled upon this bakery while looking for a sweet treat, and we were so…read morepleasantly surprised! The espresso was delicious and made with love. They had the viral fruit pastries we've been seeing everywhere, and they were just as good as they look, fresh and just the right amount of sweetness. The bakery itself is so cute. It has the coziest, charming vibe with beautiful displays and such a welcoming atmosphere. You can tell a lot of love goes into the space. And the woman who helped my friends was sooo sweet and kind, which made the experience even better. Great treats and great service! we'll definitely be back!

Having dinner during rush-hour, it was busy, but the line was moving…read more I am on the hunt to find the best chocolate croissant in New York City, and although it may not have been the best croissant, I love the variety they have mini ones, raspberry pistachio, chantilly, Nutella and so many other pastries. I personally loved the mini one because sometimes I'd be eating too many croissants and I was able to eat this one guilt free. As well there was a decent amount of chocolate for a miniature, sometimes I don't even get that amount of chocolate in a regular size chocolate croissant. This location is right by Times Square and it's pretty large. There's a second floor where it's a bit of a loft and you can overlook down to the first floor. It's really cute. I also love the teal color they have for the bakery as well. If you're looking for a quick pastry bite, this is a good spot.

Kijitora - Dirty Black Sesame with white chocolate

Kijitora

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Williamsburg - North Side

RATING: 4.5/5 | Came on a Saturday late afternoon and it was busy! The line moves, thankfully. It's…read morerelatively spacious for a cafe, but there's minimal seating. There is some counter space, but mainly for standing purposes. I ordered a standard Iced Matcha Latte with Oat Milk ($7.35) and my friend got her usual Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte ($8). Docking 1/2 point bc the matcha is pre-made. I'm a fan of the whisking process bc I do believe there's a craft to matcha overall. Surprisingly, my drink tasted fine and my bev was a good color, so I was pleasantly happy. We waited less than 10 min for a table to open up, but you have to be there at the right time, otherwise you prob just grab your drink + go. Overall, glad I tried Kijitora. It's not my first matcha choice, but it was decent for a standard matcha latte. Their specialty matcha drinks look to have mixed reviews, but I'm personally not a fan of sweet drinks.

I came here today to experience local matcha from Kijitora, a local matcha place that was all about…read morecats! Everything was cat They had a lot of merchandise dedicated to cats! The tote bags were so cute but they were kind of pricey in my opinion. A standard beige Kijitora bag was priced for $30 each! They had several designs for sale. I was just busy checking out the cool cat merchandise while I was waiting in the long line to purchase the matcha drinks. The line was exceptionally long! It was worth the hype though! When I was my turn, I got an iced strawberry matcha latte and an iced mango matcha latte. It was so pretty when I got them. The mango and strawberry paste were sitting at the bottom of the matcha latte. I had to stir and mix the fruits with the whole drink. Surprisingly it was not sweet at all and was just right! They made it in a way that wanted you to crave more of it. It was very addicting. I did not get onigiris this time but will be sure to get some next time I'm here. They were just $4 each for miso salmon, tuna mayo, mentaiko cod roe, sukiyaki beef, and chashu pork. What a decent price for one onigiri! I would definitely be sure to get the miso salmon next time I'm here. The place was very cute with nice little tables for individuals. The place was very cozy with lots of sunlight coming in. Very modern with plants all around. It was so loud with people talking over each other. There were too many people on a Sunday afternoon so I had to walk around or cut through people to get my way. It was that crowded. I also didn't expect this place to be on the second floor and the stairs to be that steep. It was hectic carrying my stroller upstairs. Luckily someone helped me get down! The stairs are very narrow so I had to hold onto the rail. It was not ergonomically friendly at all.

Maru Coffee - coffee - Updated May 2026

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