I love this sweet spot in New York; service is always great, and they have decaf espresso + plenty…read moreof nondairy milks. I can also endorse the overnight oats and hot pockets!! The seating inside is not super comfortable but I enjoy the art and ambiance so much that I don't really mind it!

Chill cafe with fun drinks. Not a lot of seating and the entrance is pretty narrow when entering or…read moreleaving at the same time as others but I liked the decor, super homey. The baristas are pretty knowledgeable and are open to explaining the differences of their coffees when asked. Their portions/cups are small but cutely shaped with a rounded bottom. It's cool that they have pistachio milk tho! I thought it was a nice uniquely creamy nutty addition to my latte

I usually stop at Essex market whenever I'm in the area and pick up some coffee at Porto Rico…read more Their coffee is delicious and my husband and I have been buying their coffee beans for years dating back to when they were at the old Essex market. I stopped by here last Wednesday night and was pretty disappointed with the service. I was there around 5:30pm and there was no line. The barista was chatting with another patron (paramour?) so I patiently waited. She didn't seem very interested in taking my order. It was one of the strangest interactions I've ever had at a coffee shop. It almost seemed like I was troubling her to get me an iced coffee. I wasn't given the option of milk so when I asked the other patron said "I need to ask for it" like I should know. Just bizarre. I might just stick to the beans from now on and order online.

While browsing the vendors at Essex Market, my friends and I stopped at Porto Rico for a post-lunch…read morecoffee. One of them had tried their coffee at a another location and liked it, so we each decided to order a drink here. CORTADO - 3.40 I love how affordable it is compared than other cortados I've had in the city. It's literally 3.40 including tax, which is at least 50 cents to a dollar cheaper. The cortado was fine, but it didn't really stand out. I'd probably try a different drink next time. My friend had an Americano, which he seemed to enjoy. The coffee pricing here is reasonable, and the vendor's setup is minimal and unpretentious.

Let me preface this with the fact that we live in the UES. So, getting here is quite the…read morepilgrimage. That, alone, should tell you how good this coffee shop is and worth coming. We've already been here a few times. Amazing every single time. Their coffee selection is superb. One of the best coffee shops in the City. Staff is great. On our first time, we came during their soft opening so we got to meet one of the co owners. Great dude. Not a lot sitting space, and the few benches they have are not the most comfortable. Overall, though, 10/10.

Great coffee and pour over selection. Loved the signature drinks as well. Baristas are…read moreknowledgeable and very friendly!

The service is good, the spot is clean and the cinnamon babka is AMAZING. My daughter and I came…read morehere because of the name (nananananananana Batman) and we'll be back for another coffee date. Highly recommend. My daughter gave the chocolate croissant a and the cappuccino was "mid" My mocha was good, but I think if used a different milk it would have been better.

I walked in needing a quick coffee pick me up and a place to sit for a couple minutes. I came early…read moreenough that there were tables available, although it's a small space. I ordered the iced latte with honey and a plain croissant. I didn't come in with any prior knowledge and learned there's no syrups or sweeteners available other than simple syrup or honey. I went with honey hoping it would sweeten my drink enough but it wasn't the best for me. If you enjoy no frills coffee and plain espresso this is the place for you. My croissant was good, no issues there and service was very friendly.

What an unexpected gem!…read more I got my favorite - an iced double espresso with a shot of oat milk and it was delicious. The coffee was, like, really good. I'm going back! Great location with such a stellar view of soho and a very authentic coffee spot.

I walk by here alot and never stopped in until today. This is a Yemini inspired coffee shop. So,…read morethe decoration and the menu reflects this. The music that was playing was good too. I could not decide for the life of me between two of the drinks. The Moka Mo which is the signature latte here made with honey, cardamom and cinnamon. The other speciality latte was called the Brown Sugar Maple one. This one had house made brown sugar syrup with a cinnamon cold foam. I got the Brown sugar maple one and then a few min later I decided to also get the Moka Mo. The Brown sugar maple was a bit on the sweeter side the barista told me. She made it a little less sweet for me. Though it was still sweet a bit. I thought the moka mo was kind of bitter and did not taste to my liking. So I liked the brown sugar maple better. And the foam on top was the best part. Not sure if there is different coffee used in these drinks but the coffee tasted a bit better in the brown sugar maple one. This shop has a few tables inside to enjoy your pastries and coffee at. The Pastries looked amazing as well but I did not have any.

My friend very highly recommended this spot and made sure we came here. I got an americano and she…read moregot an oat vanilla latte but they accidentally made it with whole milk first so they remade it but gave us the whole milk one for free (so I got two drinks!). Both the americano and whole milk vanilla latte were delicious! Very cute spot, nice barista, great place to study but no bathroom!

Small little coffee house in the LES. Seating inside with a few small tables. They also have baked…read moregoods on the counter.

On my way to get bad sushi, never going to that restaurant again, this gold cart peaked my…read moreinterest. My first thoughts were this is a 007 Golden Eye movie prop. Passing by and seeing the overjoyed faces of customers, I saw it was the coffee drawing attention in this corner. Did skip my morning caffeine ritual and decided to give this place a go. Iced coffee with whole milk and a good surge of sweetness always does it for me. A safe choice to order. The barista making my coffee was very nice and informative. Sported a uniform with The Peddler logo on it to market the fun business. To my surprise, my iced coffee was $3. I kid you not. Don't remember the last time I had inexpensive coffee in this city since the early 2000s. Yup it's been that long. A good ratio of bitter, roastiness, milk froth and sweetness. Quite enjoyable. If I get lucky and spot this cart again, I'll go for the cappuccinos on a chillier day. Cheers to all the good caffeine in the world.

OK I've tried to find this cart a million times, but today I did it. He's in the corner of…read moreLafayette and Houston, but situated on Lafayette in front of rei. I like my coffee black, but yelp keeps talking about this crazy flat white nonsense. So I caved to peer pressure and got it. It is creamy easy to drink. There is no bitterness and no acidic aftertaste. And it's $3.50 for a really good flat white. I think it's worth it and glad I finally found the cart!

FANTASTIC coffee spot with top-tier coffee and vibes…read more the coffee: they are so knowledgable about their coffee here, and the notes are divine especially the ones roasted with fruit. they let you smell the beans to pick your favorite one for the pourover, and it was absolutely delicious!! espresso tonic is also carefully crafted with a soft foam and citrus notes, 10/10 the service: super kind, attentive, and involved the space: small so be prepared to sit at the bar or wait for a spot.

Now I understand why this coffee lab has a perfect 5-star rating!…read more From the moment we walked in, Meech, the owner, made us feel welcome. Her warm, genuine personality spills over to her baristas, creating a cozy atmosphere that instantly feels like home. We stopped by on a Monday just before closing (they're open until 2 PM), and even as a non-coffee drinker, I had plenty of options. I ordered the Beet Latte, made with beet, oat milk, and turmeric. It was incredibly smooth, beautifully vibrant, and surprisingly didn't have an overpowering beet flavor. My husband, a coffee enthusiast, loved his strong iced latte, and they even served it with a side of sparkling water--a thoughtful touch on a hot summer day. Moon Lab has only been open for six months, and I truly hope they thrive. What stood out most wasn't just the drinks--it was the sense of community. Because Meech is so personable, we naturally struck up conversations with another customer, making the café feel welcoming from the very beginning. I also admire how she supports emerging artists and coffee entrepreneurs by opening her space for pop-ups and collaborations. If you're interested in partnering with them, you can fill out the collaboration form in the Network section of their website. Moon Lab brings the soul back to what a neighborhood café should be: a place that feels homey, brings people together, and fosters genuine human connection. They're passionate about crafting excellent coffee, but even more passionate about creating a space where people can connect. That's something worth supporting. IG: Jubes111