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Starbucks Reserve

3.6 (118 reviews)
ModerateCoffee & Tea
Open 5:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Sara Y.

Over crowded on the weekend. Unfortunately, some rude workers make us very uncomfortable time to time. they were very judgmental! I guess they were in a bad mood and attacked us randomly.... :( + very long lines for the restroom......... It's better go to different coffee shop - unrealistic customers who complain to being quiet at cafe ... ?!?!?! this isn't a library.... Most of them use this place for as if A LIBRARY! We felt we didnt know what were they talking about. If you're in local, avoid here on the weekends! I won't recommend to the tourist as well..... App won't work because this is Starbucks reserve! lack of explanation from the worker! plus so cold attitude. sucks. Starbucks shouldn't be such entertaining. -5 star experiences. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 1 7th ave New York New York - across from Apollo bagel.

Ube coconut latte & lavender matcha malt
Christopher Y.

Very big Starbucks store with special drinks & food items on their menu! The pastries we got here were sooooo good and I'd get them all the time if they weren't seasonal :( the ube coconut latte we got was more on the bitter end but everything else was fantastic! This spot does get crowded since it's a Starbucks reserve so be aware of that. They also have a bar upstairs but you should make reservations for that. Overall it was a great experience and I'd come back for sure

Matcha oatmilk latte and chocolate chip cookie
Vincent W.

Usually randomly dine here with an associate. I don't really buy from Starbucks. Nice cafe but costumer service needs to improve and stay consistent. Employees still get paid more than average minimum wage worker so it should reflect on service. They improved on matcha formula. They used to include overly sweet syrup but now they ask and I always opt out. Cookie was sweet yet I probably won't spend anymore money at Starbucks when there's better cafe options. But great for anyone who like this corporation.

Hilda G.

Oh how I'm jealous that we don't have a Starbucks Reserve in my hometown. Whether you want a regular pick-me-up drink, an adult (wink wink) coffee, or just looking for a place to work this is the spot for you. The have 2 separate ordering counters, 1 for regular drinks and one for alcoholic drinks. The wait wasn't long at all and it was quiet enough to work, though people were having low tone conversations just fine. I was craving an affogato reminiscent of the one I had in Italy and the one I had here totally hit the spot. It was topped with caramel and a tiny stroopwafel which looked super cute. We also tried a malt, but that wasn't the best. It was too small, watery and tasted like sweet milk instead of coffeee. We were headed to happy hour so we didn't order alcohol this time. If you're running out of steam while you're out sightseeing, or too early to go to Roey's down the street, definitely stop by.

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Sherry S.

This was my first time having an Espresso Martini. It was good. The espresso was very potent and I didn't taste a lot of alcohol. It was a much needed drink after a long week. The service was very prompt and excellent. The restaurant had a lot of people but it was not noisy. The environment was very relaxing. I also had a cinnamon roll which tasted good. I'll definitely be back to try other drinks on the menu.

Affogato
Varsha T.

I visited this Starbucks Reserve location, hoping for the same quality experience I had at the other two in NYC, but unfortunately, it didn't quite measure up. My drink was just okay. The ambience was not ideal. I've loved my visits to the other reserves in NYC.

Iced americano w mocha
Sonya H.

This is my first time in the Starbucks reserve. I found that ambience to be inviting, good place to chill and or get some work done. Would be a great spot to meet for a first date. The music is a little loud, but not overbearing The food selection is different than the regular Starbucks. I ordered an iced Americano with a pump of chocolate, which is what I usually get and it was OK! My olive stick was delicious w more olive than bread ! The chocolate chip cookie was ok. I would not order again but I'm a cookie snob! I want an espresso Martini , but it is morning time. All the baristas seem friendly and informative. I thought the prices were going to be a lot more, but they are comparable to regular Starbucks. I definitely recommend this place. And I can't wait to return to try a new beverage in the evening.

Prosciutto and cheese sandwich
Fula O.

I'm not sure how I feel about Starbucks reserve location. It's big, it's busy and full of shiny coffee machines and multi levels The staff is friendly and everywhere thru-out the shop. I wanted a cocktail but it was a Tuesday and I still had an afternoon of work to get done. Between the sensory overload of the all the people I settled for a bite to prosciutto and cheese sandwich and an affogato with caramel for lunch I was able to snag a chair and a mini hi table near a window facing the espresso bar enjoyed my meal and people watched. If I was in the area I would pop in again for a spell but it would have you be either here or Chelsea Mkt across the street not both it's too much sensory overload and crowds

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Pratima M.

An upscale coffee joint tucked into the heart of the Meatpacking District. I love me a good Starbucks Reserve and the NYC one fits the vibes of the city so well -- it's not as large as the Chicago one, but has plenty of room and a distinct feel! The upstairs bar feels super luxe and the decor feels really dark and moody, which I love. I'm not a big coffee person, but got a Whiskey and Coffee pairing at the bar and it was SO. GOOD. This whiskey barrel-aged cold brew was the smoothest cup I've ever tasted and the whiskey was quality too. It was fun to read about and the ambiance was nice too! A fun, albeit bit touristy, spot!

Great ambiance and displays were nice. Food was immaculate and the specialty drinks very nice. Hot chocolate was great even in the middle of the summer. Could have had more seating areas

Malisa R.

On our walk back up to our hotel, we were trying to find a bathroom and came across the lovely Starbucks Reserve. Have you been to a Starbucks Reserve before? Not me! Wow! What an incredible experience! Our bio break turned into a wonderful experience. Not only is the space modern and sophisticated, the space was clean down to the bathroom. There is a difference selection of food and drink items compared to your typical Starbucks, including alcoholic drinks. Our bio break turned into a cocktail stop and we weren't mad about that! We ordered two martinis, which included an espresso and oleto espresso martini. Our barista started off my chilling our martini glasses while she started making our cocktails. Pretty legit! Decent alcohol too! Ketel One vodka was used for both drinks! Watching the process was so much fun. The attention to detail down to the foam and shaved chocolate. Hats off to Starbucks Reserve and this special experience!

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Joy F.

One of our must visit places in our latest trip to NYC, since there's only a handful of these Reserve locations around the world and this is our second (first was in Seattle). Arrived when it just opened, so there was no line. It's three stories high with the bar on top, main floor for the main stuff like roastery, sampling etc., and restroom on bottom. Chairs and tables are available on all three floors and we decided to sit at the bar (since I wanted to try the martini) where we were able to bring our order from the main floor. Lots of merchandise to choose from and since it was Holidays, the place was decked out nicely. A couldn't decide which mug to take home since there were lots of choices. Picked a bag of beans (whiskey barrel) for my French press back home which they were sampling at the time - so good! Restrooms were kept up nicely and once it gets busy, there's an attendant that helps clear the lines. Expect the same for the main entrance during peak hours. Had the martini at 11am!! I figured when in NYC right? A few people were already at the bar area, so I didn't hesitate. It was really good! Also had some specialty drinks and pastry all before exploring Chelsea Market! Will definitely be back for the experience.

Nicole K.

This location is right next door to my puppy's vet so stopped by to get a nitro cold brew which was about $7. It is pricey but it does come with a reusable cup. If it's your first Starbucks Reserve, recommend walking over to the Chelsea location for the full experience. This location is good to work from or catch up with a friend (less busy than the other location). Good to try but there's so many better cafes nearby!

$10 Whiskey Barrel Age Cold Brew that comes in a cup? Are you kidding me? Where is the cubed ice? Where is the glass? The service?

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I ordered mocha and it was way below expectations! Watery and tasteless! It was literally 0/10

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Culture Espresso - Chocolate Chip Cookie

Culture Espresso

4.3(1.4k reviews)
1.3 miMidtown West
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I was on a mission to try all the best chocolate chip cookies in NYC and this place was high on the…read morelist!! This place was in walking distance from our hotel and I was THRILLED!! We walked in and the shop was cozy and clean. We were greeted by the staff. They were very friendly and helped us promptly. I was impressed to see that Culture had won several blind taste test competitions - my hippies were high!! The cookie came out gooey and hot - let's just say it didn't last long. I really should have bought more than one! Learn from my mistakes and get one chocolate chip cookie to share and one chocolate chip cookie for yourself!

Stopped by Culture Espresso to grab some of their famous cookies and they were great! There was a…read moreshort line when we got there, but we waited less than ten minutes to order so it went quickly. The cookie I was most excited for was the corn cookie and the chocolate chip also looked really good. Unfortunately, I was a bit disappointed by the black & white cookie because for some reason I thought it was a chocolate cookie with white chocolate chips, but it was actually just a regular cookie with black and white chips lol. The cookies themselves were really solid though. Nice light crisp around the edges with a chewy center without being overly gooey or underbaked. Definitely on the thicker side too, which I liked. Next time I'll have to try one of their espresso drinks!

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Ten Thousand Coffee - Iced Matcha Einspanner (~$7)

Ten Thousand Coffee

4.4(436 reviews)
1.4 miMidtown West
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I've had Ten Thousand Coffee on my to-go list for the LONGEST. I finally went for the first time…read moreand there were so many drinks I wanted to try so I ended up buying 3. 1. The Jeju Green Tangerine Matcha honestly just tastes like a tangerine selter drink but in the best way, because I don't typically enjoy seltzer or carbonated beverages. I really enjoy the flavor and the carbonation isn't too strong, probably because I brought it home to drink. I don't really taste the matcha but I would definitely still order this again. 2. Matcha Einspanner. This is my first time having an Einspanner so I have no idea what I was expecting but this is DELICIOUS. It's so silky and smooth and the TASTE is just right up my alley. The matcha is light but you can still taste it. Absolutely, would drink this all the time if I could. 3. Purple Sweet Potato Latte. This. This. Omg, why haven't I tried this sooner?! The first sip and initial taste, I almost tasted nothing, just milk. And then all of a sudden, there's an explosion of flavor in your mouth. As a sweet potato lover, I was in heaven. I have absolutely no words for this drink, just try it. 100/10 recommend. This is probably my favorite one out of the 3 that I bought. I went around ... 2:45PM on a Friday and most of the seats were taken, if I remember correctly. There were a decent amount of seats and the space was decent. I liked the minimal aesthetic they had for the design of the interior. Not to forget, the staff at the register was absolutely wonderful, she answered all my questions, she's so sweet. I think I'm disappointed that I haven't tried this place sooner. Y'all get out of your comfort zone and try the Purple Sweet Potato Latte !! Or if not, just try this place out. I will definitely be recommending the Purple Sweet Potato Latte to all my family and friends.

Overall: 4.5/5 The…read morestore has a really aesthetic vibe, similar to % Arabica. I came in on a Wednesday morning and luckily there was no line. I ordered an iced matcha einspanner ($6.95) with oat milk ($0.75) and loved that it already comes with a shot of espresso, so it was essentially a dirty matcha einspanner. I tried each layer on its own before mixing everything together and it was all really good. The matcha cream is the right amount of sweet and creamy and you can taste the matcha with just a hint of coffee. Since I'm a coffee fiend I added a bit more espresso when I got back to the hotel and it tasted even better while still keeping the matcha as the dominant flavor. Next time I would ask for less ice since it was freezing that morning, but on a warmer day the ice level would be perfect. Would love to come back to try their other drinks or order the einspanner again as a hot drink.

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Kijitora - Dirty Black Sesame with white chocolate

Kijitora

4.5(225 reviews)
2.7 miWilliamsburg - 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.

Friend recommended this place! I ordered the strawberry matcha, bc staff said that was a must try/…read moremost popular, and friend ordered the hojicha latte. I haven't had enough strawberry matchas in my life, but this was indeed a very delicious strawberry matcha. The matcha flavor is there and the strawberry jam is sweet and not overly thick. I think the drink itself was rlly good, but ive def had stronger matchas. I took a sip of the hojicha and it was also rlly good and refreshing. You can def taste the hojicha flavor! The store is quite small and can get super packed and busy, but there are some seats to sit at! Staff were super friendly!! If it's within vicinity of wherever im at, id def stop to get a drink again.

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Evil Twin Brewing - Dumbo Taproom - Fructus Danica and Evil Fusion Autumn, 9oz pours, and Pepper Acid.

Evil Twin Brewing - Dumbo Taproom

4.5(131 reviews)
2.4 miDUMBO
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we had a little time before our flight leaving nyc - so we did the impossible. we drank every…read moresingle beer that evil twin brewing (dumbo location) had on draft. yes, you heard that right. every. single. one. was it a lot of beer? yes. would i do it again? in a heartbeat. how about one of your evil-twin-type long beer names? extra fancy gourmet, artisanal and uber hand selected style ale tlatoani marlon trillikini no more dumplings v.5 dumb fruit 1 woody's orange cream make it fruity pancake edition even more horchata greenhouse multi grain lager - conditioned on american oak foudre ekiden beer 2026 chardonnale greenhouse dunkel conditioned on american oak foudre greenhouse baltic porter conditioned on american oak foudre i swear this red isn't wearing green make it fruity white sangria: this kihoskh needs an even even more more much much bigger bigger beer selection body by etnyc et stay home 19 - frosty winter edition ___________

I probably never leave reviews in general, especially negative ones, but this experience was so…read moreegregious that I honestly felt like I had to say something. I've worked in restaurants and bars long enough to understand that staff drinking happens, but this was on another level entirely. I came in with a group of friends and one of the bartenders, Will, was so visibly drunk that it made the entire experience uncomfortable. Slurred speech, wobbling behind the bar, taking orders while chewing food with his mouth open -- it was honestly embarrassing to watch. He looked like he absolutely did not want to be there. At one point, my group had been trying to get his attention for another round for quite a while while he stood around talking with coworkers. We then watched staff take a shot together, and when he finally came over he burped mid-conversation and literally had whatever he had just been drinking dribbling down his neckbeard. That was the moment where the whole thing went from unprofessional to just gross. What made it worse was that it didn't seem isolated to one employee. Throughout the night we watched staff openly taking shots and drinking behind the bar like it was a house party instead of a business. There's a difference between bar culture and complete lack of professionalism, and this crossed that line hard. One of the friends I was with actually frequents the DUMBO location and said that the last time she was there, the same bartender also seemed intoxicated, which makes this feel less like a bad night and more like an ongoing issue. The DUMBO location itself is in an amazing spot, which makes it even more disappointing. But ownership seriously needs to get control of what's going on there before someone gets hurt or the place develops a reputation for having drunk staff on the clock. Unfortunately, the experience was uncomfortable enough that my girlfriends and I won't be coming back. I genuinely hope the employee mentioned gets help if this is a regular thing, because nobody should be working service in that condition.

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