Coffee shops in New York
Skip the generic travel advice. This is where New York actually drinks its coffee: 12 coffee shops, pulled from real listings, no paid placements. When in doubt, call ahead. New York spots tend to keep their own hours.
Coffee shops in New York
The rated coffee spots around New York, best-reviewed first. Ratings and review counts come from Google.
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Getting good coffee in New York
- The highest-rated independent shops in New York tend to roast their own beans or buy from a named local roaster — ask the barista what is on the grinder.
- Morning rush is real everywhere. If you are working from a cafe in New York, the sweet spot is usually 9:30 to 11:30, after the commuter wave.
- Ratings below 4.0 with hundreds of reviews usually mean inconsistent drinks, not bad ones — worth a try if it is on your route.
About New York
New York, NY, the United States (coordinates 40.71, -74.01, Dayfari covers about 40 km around the centre).
Sources for New York: Google Places listings with ratings, re-pulled regularly. If a venue has opened or closed recently, give the listings a week or two to catch up.
More coffee shops nearby
Expanding the search around New York: these neighbouring towns each have a guide:
- Coffee shops in Philadelphia (130 km away)
Common questions
Where do these New York coffee listings come from?
Google Places listings for New York, with ratings, review counts and addresses. Dayfari does not sell placements — the order below follows review counts, not advertisers.
How current is this New York coffee guide?
Dayfari re-pulls listings regularly, but cafes open, close and change hands fast. If a shop matters to your plans, check its hours before you go.
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