The Cold Brew served here is in the top 1-2% In New York City Could be the best but after I have two cups here I usually don't check in elsewhere to compare on a day to day basis Congratulations to the staff here for setting the bar real high on the cold brew output read more

Ambiance was nice, low key local spot. Server smiled and served our drinks- lemonade and cold brew, basic. Lemonade was not very flavorful (tart with no lemon flavor, but instead a faint coffee flavor with pits on the bottom of the cup). Realized the server didn't turn the screen for payment, didn't think much of it, and it automatically added a tip when I left and checked my Apple Pay later on. Please turn the screen around so that customers can decide whether to tip on screen or cash. read more

Good cold brew. Decently strong and not overly bitter. Lot of seating here and a clean bathroom. read more

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The vibe is definitely a nice addition to the morning cup of Joe. One of the guys was singing along to the tunes this morning which put an extra smile on my face. They have fresh baked goods. Easy stream of people not crowded at all. Space for seating w laptop (wifi code available) Pet friendly. There is a strong up to enter the store (important to mention for those w disabilities) read more

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Wow, what a perfect place to start off the day in the morning! Coming from the UES, admittedly this is not a super easy and quick place to get to, but that being said I'd make the trek again and again. First of all the drip coffee was superb, I can not fully remember what beans they use but I can envision the details of the bags in the store. I felt like I was transported to a new place when I walked in here and sat and read my book. It was so cozy covered in wood accents and plants and defintely felt like a neighborhood spot. It was so bright from natural light and the atmosphere just made you want to stay. I sat and read my book for about an hour and a half and that was just a perfect time in itself! read more

Excellent scones and reliable tasty coffee, friendly staff, fair prices. Caters to locals and passers-by as well.

This is a nice cafe. The muffin was delish. The tea, hot. The seating cozy. Rather, then sitting on the bench or club chair I chose the table next to the window. Great music. I love the plants. Give it such a wholesome vibe. The staff is cool. Very accommodating. They prefer that you use cash but cards are accepted. read more

Ost Cafe - Orange cranberry muffin - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

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The only barista who can make nice espresso and macchiato Is David!!! When David is not there I Skip it I don't want to deal with rude barista! read more

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Absolutely love how affordable and cute this place is. I am usually used to paying over $10 for 2 lattes in Manhattan, but when my bf and I went in for an oat milk cappuccino and oat milk latte- it was $9.50! That is a steal in my books. The inside has lots of plants and an earthly industrial feel. Not too many places to sit, but not completely lacking as well. The barista was nice made our drinks quickly. Highly recommend this place! read more

Ost Cafe - a brick wall with a menu on it - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Are you ready for the 411? Here we go... Are you ready for the 411? Here we go...how cute is this venue! I went in with my coworker the other day so she can get an espresso and was so impressed with the ambiance. This is her favorite spot to get one but it was not only about the quality of the coffee, the ambiance was aesthetically pleasing. I can totally see me retreating here to get away from the office. I love places like this so make sure you check it out! read more

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I LOVE THIS PLACE! The coffee and pastries are great, the atmosphere is perfect for chatting with a friend or working quietly, and the best thing for me is the staff. No matter which barista I get, they all have a great energy and really make the place feel like a community. Shout out to David on the afternoon shift for always being super friendly and to my favorite crooner in the AM, Nick, who always makes me smile when he's wailing on a Prince song first thing in the morning. Truely makes my day :D read more

Let's start with the good; excellent coffee and the occasional fresh out of the oven and delicious baked good. Ambience is casual, my fave is the plants around outside the entrance. Now service is where this place suffers. These guys literally cannot be bothered to be even just a little nice and they're absolutely doing you a favor when they make your drink or bag your baked good. During the weekday morning rush, you have to make sure to keep your eyes on the barista at all times lest he call on you as the fifth person in line ready to take your order. If you are not ready to give your order, be prepared to be silently judged. On the weekends, it is quite exactly the opposite. During the slower times you must be very careful not to interrupt their leisurely conversation with someone who isn't even placing an order. This has been my experience consistently for the past three years. I still come here because it is the only premium coffee offering east of Clinton Street on grand so that's that. read more

Just finished up a lovely morning at Ost. Used to come here every morning when I lived in LES. Coming back from Denver was such a nice homecoming. David really added to the vibe and appreciated his kindness. Can't wait to come back next time and reminisce. Highly recommend for anyone looking to work, chill, or just enjoy a great cup of coffee. read more

When in NYC never stop by OST Cafe on 511 Grand St, New York, NY 10002. Let me explain my experience yesterday. Upon walking up to the counter, the register screen was turned around from a previously completed transaction. Waiting to be served I observed the screen and was greeted with a, "Why are you looking at our register?" Not a "Hey, how can I help you?" or "My mistake" and swiveling the screen away from view. (The screen just had an itemized list of beverages for purchase.) After ordering, the male in the back looked my way and sang, "Go outside" while the other making my beverage, chuckled. As a NYC native and business owner, I expected better. I will never step foot in this establishment again I will make sure no one else that I know will either. A word to the wise, rude customer service will get you nowhere in business. read more

Great coffee shop option if you are in the area! Stopped by here quickly with a friend since we were at the park nearby. The coffee shop has some seating indoors. I was able to snag a seat, but the seating is limited and close together. I ordered a latte with oat milk. This was a great tasting latte and they even added some cute latte art. There was a long line out the door, so it took a while to get the coffee. We weren't in a rush, so we didn't mind the wait. The atmosphere was nice and casual. Overall, an excellent coffee experience. read more

Ost Cafe - Latte (front) and cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Very good coffee... but the pastries are incredible. Had no idea how delicious they would be.

The ambience is chill and eclectic. I enjoyed my mocha with oatmilk, though it was a bit too sweet for me. Around 2 PM on a weekday, service is rather quick. read more

I was in the neighborhood for a work event and stumbled upon this great little cafe. I love trying no coffee shops when I'm not being a basic Starbucks B*tch lol. Came in and was greeted warmly by the barista. When I inquired about non dairy milk options I learned they offer soy, almond and oat which is a plus! Got a large Cold Brew with soy and it was delicious. At the recommendation of the barista I also tried the Almond Chocolate Croissant which was a huge win ! read more

Ost Cafe - Large Cold Brew with Soy Milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Been trying to find my favorite local for a while now and I think this is the spot, been here with my partner a few times now and we love it. The coffee is great and it's a perfect place to sit in and enjoy a nice coffee, my new favorite place that also doesn't break the bank like most cafes in Manhattan which is refreshing. Great staff too - will be coming back here a lot glad I stumbled across this gem read more

Ost Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

This coffee shop is beautifully surrounded by exotic plants. I love their coffee cup and saucer. The service is great and fast. Not a lot of people during my visit there. I liked the vibes and the service there. The espresso itself was just okay, I had better. I think Stumptown coffee bean tastes way better, more fragrant not too over roasted. But not a bad place to have a coffee time with friends. read more

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It's one of my go to coffee places. Small, cozy to be in, good coffee. Couldn't be better.

While I'm not a coffee drinker, my wife is - and this is her absolute favorite spot in the neighborhood. Owner Luke is wonderful and the ambiance in his coffee shop is very welcoming. Our family always likes stopping by. Definitely recommended. read more

I love this place. Coffee and service is amazing. They have this one really good looking barista. I think he's an actor or a musician maybe?

I don't know why, but I did not expect this little gem to be in this area. The coffee is good and the aesthetics are on point! It's so cute! Not to mention the owner is fabulous. I asked him if I could tip using my card (because he didn't turn the Square around for me to sign) and he said something along the lines of, "no, your tip is the joy I get from seeing your healthy faces." (I was with someone and we had just gotten done with a run). We need more people like this! If you're running in East River Park, make this your finish line! Go to get caffeinated, go for the winsome interior, go because the owner is a gem, whatever you do, go! read more

Ost Cafe - Brewed Coffee and Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

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Ost is a gem--Clean, warm atmosphere, great WIFI, friendly staff and delicious snacks & beverages--even the scons are made on-site!

I was at a loss wandering around the far east lower east side, and stumbled on Ost. What a wonderful experience. The place is serene, great bohemian cafe decor, terrific vintage 60's music playing. Iced tea was perfection, bathroom as well. Terrific eclectic customer base. Had great conversations. Lastly Nicky was welcoming and helpful. Don't know if he just worked there or was the owner. Thank you. read more

New Year's Day drop in was super cozy + friendly. We had such a nice time siting by the windows eating our pastries + drinking coffees. Highly recommend. read more

Ost Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Great quiet place in a quiet part of town. Could have the best Cortado I've ever had. Relaxing atmosphere and they gave out free cookies before closing! Definitely coming back here more often. read more

Ost Cafe - Interior - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

I (finally) went there today - with a friend, in the late morning - and fortunately we had no problem getting seating, as it's a tiny place. It's attractive, with exposed brick walls. There was music playing continually, but it wasn't too terribly loud. The young woman working there was very pleasant. I got a small regular coffee ($1.75), but it was just "fair". However; all other aspects were fine, including an "A" rating from the Health Department (also, my friend told me the restroom was very clean) and I'm grateful to have a coffee house in our neighborhood. read more

I find this cafe to be really comfortable and cozy. I enjoy sitting inside and sipping on a cappuccino or even just taking coffee to go. The service is quite friendly and warm. It's also very convenient to have a cafe with a bathroom. There is some comfy seating inside as well as 2 metal benches outside of the store front. You've got newspapers for your reading pleasure, but I think it's best to come with a friend to chat and sip warm java on a cold day. read more

Ost Cafe - Lovely cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

I have been going to different coffee shops for the past month because I am taking an online class, and I have to say this is by far my favorite one!!! The main reasons why this place is my favorite so far is because: (In no particular order) 1. It is quiet with soft music 2. Open space and natural lighting (big windows) 3. Not crowded (compared to the one in east village) 4. Coffee and tea were both really good 5. Interior design is very chic and comforting Overall, this place is amazing and I would definitely recommend it to anyone trying to find a cute cafe to study and do work. I will be coming back here for sure! read more

Ost Cafe - Interior - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Extremely rude. Mediocre coffee shop. If I could give less than a star I would. Not worth the money.

This is my favorite cafe. I can never get into doing computer work at home, so I have to force myself outside to become productive. Seeking a quiet coffee shop in lower Manhattan is impossible, so discovering this middle-of-nowhere gem almost feels like a mirage... but its real and so perfect and charming. Barista/owner is so nice. You don't feel rushed to leave. The only type of customers that come in and out of this place appear to be neighborhood residents. Perfect. No tourists. No hollering large groups. Anyway, I got plenty done since the cafe was quiet enough for me to focus. Want to read your next novel, but get distracted easily by noise? Come here. You'll actually be able to get through a couple of pages. read more

Ost Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Ost Cafe is simply amazing. The menu is great and the atmosphere is perfect. Each and every single thing that we purchased was super fresh and flavorful. Staff are very pleasant. They're accommodating, well-mannered and always on their game. I will certainly come back to Ost Cafe. read more

Ost is a very nice little coffee shop on an otherwise crummy block on the lower east side. The man who works in the mornings named Luke is always very friendly and the coffee is good. The young man who during the day named Dave is the reason I signed up for Yelp and am leaving a two star review. This coffee shop is rather small and it always has nice music playing in it, but Dave is the loudest person I have ever heard in my entire life. He seems to have no control over the volume of his voice and addresses every single person who comes in to order as loudly as possible. He does not seem to understand that people want a quiet experience in a coffee shop and not hear stories about his famous aunt, or whatever nonsense, he feels like talking about. I have repeatedly tried to work inside the shop, but it is simply impossible because Dave is so loud. Last time I was there, he was singing along with the music very loudly and having a 20 minute conversation with a friend. I looked at the two people next to me who were also trying to work and they looked visibly upset, but no one said anything. If it was possible to enjoy this lovely little shop, I would give it a much higher review. as is, I cannot recommend anyone go there unless you are getting a coffee to go or you do not mind having someone's dominate every second you are in there. read more

Quiet little cafe tucked away in a relatively unexplored side of Grand St. Flat white was actually a flat white (barista made it 3x to perfect the latte art). Surrounded by exotic plants and friendly vibes, I would definitely come here again. read more

I used to live right around the corner from the original Ost on Avenue A, now I'm a homeowner on Grand Street, and wouldn't you know there's a familiar face to welcome me to the block here on Grand Street. I'd argue that this Ost has a friendlier staff than the Ave A location, but they don't have wine here like they do in East Village (maybe someday?). That's a bit of a hit, but I was always more of an Ost coffee drinker than an Ost wine drinker anyway. It's a true neighborhood spot, so you'll see a lot of familiar faces when you start coming here regularly. read more

The coffee and atmosphere was excellent! Wifi worked well, and the bathroom was clean. People were very friendly and the music selections playing were also top notch. Good place to work for a few hours. read more

I sincerely hope they make it. Out in the hinterlands, it is a trek to get here, and I don't think it's a destination. Coffee is good, and coffee bar looks great. But it is lacking in ambience. Seating is arranged awkwardly. There are plenty of magazines to read if you want to linger, but I wanted to go. Pastries or something to munch would keep folks in here. One month old and let's hope the kinks get all sorted soon. read more

Another brilliant addition to my hood! This place is absolutely adorable. The decor is warm and the exposed brick is a nice touch. There's always, ALWAYS good music on in the background which really does matter to me. You're setting a mood and they do it well. It's clean and the staff is kind and efficient. I appreciate that they carry both soy and almond milk. My go-to beverage is their iced cappuccino. Excellent flavor and a fair dose of caffeine for this addict. Nice job guys! Thanks for bringing some life to my end of Grand Street. read more