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Frisson Espresso

Frisson Espresso

Coffee Shop$$$$
New York
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8.6/10
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    Bridget D.
    "Authentic real espresso... got me some Frissons !"(29 Tips)
    Lindsay L.
    "Delicious latte & the scones look amazing."(6 Tips)
    Heidi Q.
    "My new favorite neighborhood coffee shop!"(2 Tips)
    Davide C.
    "The white flat is pretty good."(2 Tips)
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  • Adrian P.heart icon on user image
    Adrian PhillipsJune 14, 2016
    Great little spot in Hell's Kitchen to grab a Cortado (also known as a Gibraltar). Their Iced Coffee is also really smooth if you're looking for a cold drink. Sweet tooth? They have delicious brownies
  • Daniel S.heart icon on user image
    Daniel SpiewakMay 11, 2016
    Best coffee I've found (so far) anywhere in Manhattan. Still a very East Coast flavor, but smooth and refined with a perfect finish. Most impressive.
  • Winston S.heart icon on user image
    Winston S.October 10, 2015
    Similar tasting espresso to Birch. 5 two seater tables and about 7 stools with a ledge for your laptop/coffee/pastries. Very nice staff. No bathroom.
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    pyJune 24, 2018
    Fantastic place to work, socialize. Great espresso. Iced mocha was great and their pastries are pretty great as well. Try the bread pudding and scone. Wifi is a bonus!
  • Guido K.heart icon on user image
    Guido KnookJune 17, 2016
    Nice service, free wifi (which was stressed by the staff multiple times, haha) and good coffee. Can't go wrong here.
  • Linoley F.
    Linoley Flores SerranoSeptember 19, 2021
    Amazing! The owner was very friendly and the food it's exquisite
  • Aadiv A.
    Aadiv AgatJanuary 29, 2021
    The Frisson Espresso is just unbelievable. It's getting too little crowded but has a decent atmosphere. Their service is good.
  • Stephen M.heart icon on user image
    Stephen MlinarcikJuly 7, 2015
    Friendly staff coupled with killer scones and some damn fine iced coffee make this cozy nook the caffeinated treasure of Hell's Kitchen.
  • Fredrik S.
    Fredrik StenbeckOctober 1, 2015
    Great and friendly staff and my test is always a cappuccino, which was great will come back. Best coffee in Hells Kitchen!
  • Amol U.
    Amol UtrankarDecember 8, 2018
    Cozy, good coffee and baked goods, has reliable wifi. Downsides: small, limited seating, no public restrooms.
  • Josiah David C.heart icon on user image
    Josiah David ChapmanJanuary 30, 2018
    The best coffee shop in this area of midtown. Order a frothed coffee beverage in and enjoy the latte art and custom mugs.
  • YSheart icon on user image
    YSJune 13, 2016
    Very friendly staff, delicious coffee, nice ambiance! Great hidden spot in hectic midtown
  • Alves P.
    Alves PeeriOctober 20, 2020
    The best coffee that I've found anywhere. A taste that is still very East Coast, but smooth and refined with a great finish.
  • Cesar R.heart icon on user image
    Cesar RazuriMarch 23, 2018
    Small neighborhood coffee shop, right across from an equally delicious spot, Fresh From Hell. Great combo!
  • Timelessnomad
    TimelessnomadApril 8, 2015
    Nice quiet spot to take a midday break from work and decompress. Tasty lattes and helpful staff. Soy available.
  • Davide C.heart icon on user image
    Davide CorradiMay 13, 2017
    4 tables and 8 stools. Nice smily staff. The white flat is pretty good. Sit by the window and relax.
  • Salim A.
    Salim Afiune MayaDecember 6, 2016
    You want a really good coffee with wifi and a nice atmosphere? Come here!
  • Loren M.heart icon on user image
    Loren McDonaldDecember 31, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    quiet, quaint, nice staff, excellent flat white and pastries. free wifi and place to plug in.
  • Emily S.heart icon on user image
    Emily SoukasFebruary 22, 2017
    Great spot to do work or hang out if you're on your own. Not for those who are claustrophobic!
  • Aaron E.
    Aaron EastonAugust 28, 2020
    Deeply chocolaty, Dark chocolate. I love this one of a kind coffee with a delicate flavor.
  • Afton D.
    Afton DantSeptember 29, 2020
    Awesome coffee. The white flat is kinda fantastic. I love this one of a kind espresso.
  • Ethan M.heart icon on user image
    Ethan MessingerOctober 22, 2018
    Frisson has great coffee. Best cup I have had in midtown - and I’ve tried them all.
  • Lisa A.heart icon on user image
    Lisa AurigemmaMay 15, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    Every barista here is the nicest! Best quick coffee hit in the neighborhood.
  • Mohamed A.heart icon on user image
    Mohamed AlhmoudiSeptember 6, 2019
    Very professional and friendly staff. Quit place and testy brew.
  • Dorothy C.heart icon on user image
    Dorothy ChanAugust 25, 2015
    Perfect atmosphere, delicious quiche and iced latte #perfection
  • Isameowheart icon on user image
    IsameowFebruary 16, 2015
    Enjoyed the cappuccino! The employees are super sweet!
  • Norah C.heart icon on user image
    Norah CordovaNovember 8, 2016
    great coffee☕️
  • Hyun Jeong L.heart icon on user image
    Hyun Jeong LeeMay 25, 2017
    Great studying cafe (no washroom tho)
  • Michael C.heart icon on user image
    Michael CristeMarch 19, 2015
    The lattes are good and the staff is great! Very personable and helpful.
  • Sharon T.heart icon on user image
    Sharon TsaoFebruary 19, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Heated scone is delicious and free wifi!
  • Victoria M.heart icon on user image
    Victoria MazzukiOctober 18, 2016
    Great espressos, lattes and pastries. And hey, free wifi!
  • Nataly T.heart icon on user image
    Nataly TituninaNovember 22, 2019
    Coffee is really good. Finally. But rather coffee point with basic cakes
  • Selim D.heart icon on user image
    Selim DraouiApril 11, 2019
    Very good Coffee and Very nice place. I recommand
  • Heidi Q.heart icon on user image
    Heidi QMarch 5, 2015
    My new favorite neighborhood coffee shop! So happy they moved in!
  • Alan M.heart icon on user image
    Alan MortonJuly 27, 2017
    Coffee was super nice really enjoyed it 8/10
  • Zaw T.heart icon on user image
    Zaw TheinFebruary 23, 2018
    Ambience, quality coffee and excellent services
  • Rita B.heart icon on user image
    Rita BuccheriDecember 26, 2015
    One of the Best coffees in town!
  • Nacho C.heart icon on user image
    Nacho CarmonaSeptember 25, 2023
    Been here 25+ times
    Best coffee in HK!
  • Pam L.
    Pam LairdApril 12, 2015
    Best coffee near Times Square
  • Michele
    MicheleJanuary 2, 2016
    Small spot with little sitting room but great coffee
  • Kalani N.heart icon on user image
    Kalani NiheuMay 15, 2016
    The scones and cappuccino are amazing!
  • John A.heart icon on user image
    John AAugust 30, 2015
    Good coffee! Nice staff... Skip the bakery scones, they look delicious, but were too dry.
  • Lindsay L.heart icon on user image
    Lindsay LyonsJuly 8, 2015
    Delicious latte & the scones look amazing.
  • Manasi G.heart icon on user image
    Manasi GandotraApril 5, 2016
    The cappuccino and mocha are perfect!
  • Bridget D.
    Bridget D.June 28, 2015
    Authentic real espresso... got me some Frissons ! Late(r) !
  • Dan C.heart icon on user image
    Dan CantrellDecember 29, 2017
    Great Espresso!
  • Lewin H.heart icon on user image
    Lewin Higgins-GreenFebruary 14, 2017
    Delicious coffee, happy service.
  • Lewis S.heart icon on user image
    Lewis S.April 28, 2018
    Fantastic flat white
  • James G.heart icon on user image
    James GoochOctober 2, 2019
    Good coffee
  • Amit E.heart icon on user image
    Amit ElseMarch 24, 2019
    Very nice coffee ok on the side
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