It's Coffee Time: Five Spots to Try if You're Craving a Good Cup of Coffee in NYC

We know that when it comes to a good cup of coffee, it can be hard to find. Luckily, New York City is full of must-visit coffee shops, each with its own variations of roasts and menus with delicious specialty drinks. We are here to reveal some of the city’s hidden coffee gems that are well worth a visit for any coffee fiend. If you want to switch it up from your typical Starbucks order, then this list is exactly what you need.

La Parisienne

La Parisienne is a French-style café located in the Financial District. Here, you can enjoy café au lait that originated in France. It’s a latte-style drink that consists of drip coffee that is topped off with steamed milk. You can pair your café au lait with one of the delicious French sandwiches La Parisienne offers like a Croque monsieur. Trust us, this place will make you forget you’re in NYC and not Paris.

Angelina Bakery

Angelina Bakery, which has two locations in Midtown West, is an Asian-inspired Italian bakery that serves amazing coffee. The bakery offers a coffee travelers’ box that is perfect for anyone on the go. Other than their large coffee menu, they also serve amazing Italian pastries. We recommend you try their famous “Broadway Bombolone,” which comes in pistachio, strawberry, and Nutella. Regardless of which flavor you pick, it is mind-blowing.

Café Atelier

If you are a fan of coffee and flowers, then think about giving Café Atelier a try. The first thing you will notice as soon as you walk in is the beautiful floral arrangements adorning the walls—you’ll feel like you’re in a wonderland filled with flowers.

The best part about Café Atelier is that you can buy bouquets with your coffee order. Their selection of lattes is endless, and even includes floral-themed drinks like rose matcha lattes and lavender lattes—a flower and latte lover's dream.

Ten Thousand Coffee

Ten Thousand Coff ee has been buzzing all over Instagram, and for good reason. Located in Midtown East, this coffee spot is providing an exceptional experience with an aesthetic, minimalistic design, and a coffee menu that you’ve never seen before. They are known for their creamy Einspanner drink consisting of their signature cream and espresso that is topped with Valrhona powder.

Coffee Project New York

Did you know that coffee-making classes are a thing? If you always fantasized about being a barista, then check out Coffee Project New York. They have four locations spanning across New York City, including ones in the East Village, Brooklyn, Midtown West, and Queens.

This coffee spot is one of the only places in the US that has a Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) with a Premier Training Campus for coffee lovers and enthusiasts. There you can learn all the techniques to make you a coffee-making expert.

If you’d rather leave the coffee making to the professionals, their coffee is undoubtedly delicious, with most of its supply coming from family farms in order to support their business.

We all need a morning pick-me-up every now and again, but why not do so with a kick-ass cup of coffee? No matter which coffee spot you choose to check out, we know that you’re sure to find a drink you love.

What’s your favorite coffee shop in the city? Comment down below.