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NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee
Partners Coffee Roasters is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

1. Partners Coffee Roasters

81 E 45th St (at Vanderbilt Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Midtown East · 34 tips and reviews
Irving Farm Coffee Roasters is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

2. Irving Farm Coffee Roasters

1424 3rd Ave (btwn E 80th & E 81st St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Upper East Side · 39 tips and reviews
Joe Coffee Company is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

3. Joe Coffee Company

7.8
9 E 13th St (btwn 5th Ave & University Pl), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Greenwich Village · 140 tips and reviews
Joe Coffee is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

4. Joe Coffee

8.0
44 Grand Central Terminal (Lower Dining Concourse), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Turtle Bay · 160 tips and reviews

5. Think Coffee

7.1
1 Bleecker St (at Bowery), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · NoHo · 165 tips and reviews

Rachel S.Rachel Sklar: They do NOT have wifi here. So if you show up half an hour before your meeting thinking you'll do some work, think (coffee) again.

6. Stumptown Coffee Roasters

9.0
18 W 29th St (at Broadway), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · NoMad · 679 tips and reviews

The Spark GroupThe Spark Group: No credit cards accepted, so make sure you have cash!

7. Kaffe 1668

8.6
275 Greenwich St (at Murray St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Tribeca · 318 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Little coffee house serving delicious, smokey and memorable brews. Great place to hang out with your laptop and enjoy a cup and a yummy pastry.

Financier Patisserie is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

8. Financier Patisserie

90 Nassau St (at Fulton St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Financial District · 59 tips and reviews

9. Blue Spoon Coffee Co.

76 Chambers St (at Broadway), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Tribeca · 65 tips and reviews

CindyCindy: Closed on the weekends.

10. Billy's Bakery

7.6
75 Franklin St (btwn Church & Broadway), New York, NY
Bakery · Tribeca · 60 tips and reviews

Jenny S.Jenny Sims: One of the largest bakeries in NYC, so good for meetups! Also, try the Banana Nutella cupcake - its heaven!

Aroma Espresso Bar is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

11. Aroma Espresso Bar

100 Church St (at Barclay St), New York, NY
Café · Tribeca · 144 tips and reviews

12. Aroma Espresso Bar

100 Church St (at Barclay St), New York, NY
Café · Tribeca · 144 tips and reviews

Abigail F.Abigail F.: A free mini piece of chocolate to go with your order of coffee? Sweet!

Jem Cafe is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

13. Jem Cafe

355 Broadway, New York, NY
Café · Tribeca · 3 tips and reviews
Mudspot is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

14. Mudspot

8.8
307 E 9th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Café · East Village · 330 tips and reviews

15. The Bean

7.8
54 2nd Ave (at E 3rd St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · East Village · 145 tips and reviews

Gansevoort Hotel GroupGansevoort Hotel Group: This cozy coffee shop has the best of ALL worlds-- great coffee, yummy foods, and best of all...DOGS!!!!

Bluebird Coffee Shop is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

16. Bluebird Coffee Shop

72 E 1st St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · East Village · 135 tips and reviews

17. Tarallucci e Vino

163 1st Ave (btwn E 10th & 11th St), New York, NY
Café · East Village · 56 tips and reviews

Jeff S.Jeff Savage: Au Lait is a close second to La Colombe. Outdoor tables and prosciutto croissant sandwich - great. "Milk" in to-go coffees is steamed, a big plus.

OST Cafe is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

18. OST Cafe

441 E 12th St (at Avenue A), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · East Village · 198 tips and reviews
Gotham Coffee House is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

19. Gotham Coffee House

7.4
1298 2nd Ave (btw 68th St & 69th St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Upper East Side · 66 tips and reviews
Telegraphe Café is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

20. Telegraphe Café

8.0
107 W 18th St (at 6th Ave), New York, NY
Café · Chelsea · 133 tips and reviews

Lucky MagazineLucky Magazine: Hands down, the best chai latte ever. The fact that they serve Balthazar scones and show surf videos only makes it better. A great place to unwind.

21. Irving Farm Coffee Roasters

8.6
71 Irving Pl (btwn E 18th & E 19th St), New York, NY
Café · Gramercy Park · 300 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Crowded yet cozy neighborhood coffee shop that has great iced-coffee, delicious desserts and a dazzling array of sandwiches – the Chicken Salad is fantastic. Be prepared to wait for your order.

22. Saturdays NYC

9.1
31 Crosby St (btwn Grand & Broome St), New York, NY
Clothing Store · SoHo · 255 tips and reviews

Steve S.Steve Schlafman: If you have a few extra minutes be sure to enjoy your coffee on the deck out back.

23. The Grey Dog

8.8
242 W 16th St (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Café · Chelsea · 387 tips and reviews

Jaycee Q.Jaycee Queen: Hazelnut coffee is wonderful and it's such a delight that refills are free! Great place to come to relax and study

24. The Grey Dog

8.8
242 W 16th St (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Café · Chelsea · 387 tips and reviews

sweetmadhusweetmadhu: Keep your laptops in your bags. This cafe doesn't allow them. It would be sin in San Francisco!

Think Coffee is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

25. Think Coffee

7.8
248 Mercer St (btwn W 3rd & W 4th St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Greenwich Village · 322 tips and reviews
Local Café is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

26. Local Café

144 Sullivan St (btwn Prince & Houston St), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · SoHo · 118 tips and reviews

27. Prodigy Coffee & Wine

33 Carmine St (btwn Bleecker & Bedford), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · West Village · 119 tips and reviews

ᴡ H.ᴡ Herschel: So cute and peaceful. A hidden west village gem

Joe Coffee Company is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

28. Joe Coffee Company

8.7
514 Columbus Ave (btwn W 84th & W 85th St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Upper West Side · 115 tips and reviews
Knave is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

29. Knave

118 W 57th St (btwn 6th & 7th Ave.), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Theater District · 52 tips and reviews

Juston P.Juston Payne: Lovely and quiet hideaway off 57th. 40' ceilings, grand chandeliers, and baronial furniture make you feel okay about the latte's $6 price tag.

Joe Coffee Company is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

30. Joe Coffee Company

8.3
405 W 23rd St (at 9th Ave.), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Chelsea · 91 tips and reviews

31. Kava Cafe

7.1
803 Washington St (btwn Gansevoort & Horatio St), New York, NY
Café · West Village · 90 tips and reviews

jared z.jared zlotnick: Enjoy a leisurely afternoon in the garden. Excellent espresso.

32. Kava Cafe

7.1
803 Washington St (btwn Gansevoort & Horatio St), New York, NY
Café · West Village · 90 tips and reviews

Artemy U.Artemy Ustimenko: No public wifi

33. Birch Coffee

21 E 27th St (btwn Madison & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · NoMad · 486 tips and reviews

Emme G.Emme Glenn: quiet library hidden upstairs.

Joe is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

34. Joe

8.4
141 Waverly Pl (at Gay St.), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · West Village · 156 tips and reviews
Ground Support is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

35. Ground Support

8.7
399 W Broadway (btwn Spring & Broome St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · SoHo · 507 tips and reviews
Stumptown Coffee Roasters is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

36. Stumptown Coffee Roasters

9.0
18 W 29th St (at Broadway), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · NoMad · 679 tips and reviews

Daniel M.Daniel M.: Good luck getting in here at 9:30 am! This place is like a nightclub, but in the morning, and with seriously great coffee instead of booze.

Stumptown Coffee Roasters is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

37. Stumptown Coffee Roasters

9.0
18 W 29th St (at Broadway), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · NoMad · 679 tips and reviews

38. Roasting Plant Coffee

75 Greenwich Ave (at 7th Ave S), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · West Village · 121 tips and reviews

Food & WineFood & Wine: Baristas blend single-origin, just-roasted beans to order, even for a single cup.

Juice Generation is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

39. Juice Generation

8.7
117 W 72nd St (at Columbus Ave), New York, NY
Juice Bar · Upper West Side · 64 tips and reviews
Juice Generation is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

40. Juice Generation

8.5
644 9th Ave (at W 45th St), New York, NY
Juice Bar · Hell's Kitchen · 70 tips and reviews
Joe Coffee Company is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

41. Joe Coffee Company

8.3
405 W 23rd St (at 9th Ave.), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Chelsea · 91 tips and reviews

DailyCandyDailyCandy: Meticulously trained baristas give coffee the sort of care usually reserved for wine, cheese, and chocolate. No wonder the cafe inspires such devotion. Read more.

The Jane Hotel is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

42. The Jane Hotel

8.0
113 Jane St (at West St), New York, NY
Hotel · West Village · 150 tips and reviews

DailyCandyDailyCandy: Go to Cafe Gitane for strong coffee and towers of couscous; slip into the ballroom for people-watching and dancing.

43. MyWayCup Coffee

102 E 23rd St (btwn Park & Lexington Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Gramercy Park · 81 tips and reviews

Gilt CityGilt City: The establishment’s delightful array of portion-conscious treats—such as mini-muffins and sandwiches—are all made with organic ingredients and sweetened with brown sugar. Perfect with your cuppa joe.

44. Sugar Sweet Sunshine

8.5
365 Grand St (btwn Essex & Norfolk), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · Lower East Side · 247 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Sweet tooth on a budget? Go here for some of NY's most scrumptious cupcakes under $1.50. Try pistachio, peppermint chocolate, or red velvet. Read more.

45. Toby's Estate Coffee

160 5th Ave (btwn E 20th & E 21st St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Flatiron District · 247 tips and reviews

Fred W.Fred Wilson: Get a cortado and sit in the Strand bookstore and soak up all that knowledge

46. Partners Coffee

8.9
125 N 6th St (btwn Bedford Ave & Berry St), Brooklyn, NY
Coffee Shop · Williamsburg · 408 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Australian coffee done drip-style + egg and cheese w/ "espresso-lacquered bacon." Your morning routine is now set. Read more.

47. Birch Coffee

8.3
56 7th Ave (btwn W 13th & W 14th St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · West Village · 130 tips and reviews

Christian A.Christian Azer: Try the Earl Grey cookies. They are unbelievably delicious.

48. Stone Street Coffee Company

7.7
133 9th Ave (at W 18th St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Chelsea · 34 tips and reviews

Augie W.Augie W: Came in to use bathroom - stayed for the speakeasy bar behind the coffee shop

Happy Bones is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

49. Happy Bones

394 Broome St (at Mulberry St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · NoLita · 207 tips and reviews

Andrew C.Andrew Choi: Tons of natural light, great for taking photos of your perfectly-crafted cortado. Small shop though so good luck finding a seat.

50. Stone Street Coffee Company

7.7
133 9th Ave (at W 18th St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Chelsea · 34 tips and reviews

Ben C.Ben Chont: The epitome of a neighborhood coffee shop. High quality drinks which are made with care, a pleasant atmosphere, and a personable staff. This place always brightens my mornings.

Two Hands is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

51. Two Hands

8.4
164 Mott St (btwn Broome St & Grand St), New York, NY
Café · Little Italy · 315 tips and reviews

Noah W.Noah Weiss: Avocado toast with a poached egg plus a flat white makes a perfect Australian breakfast. No wifi, but perfect vibe for working.

Partners Coffee is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

52. Partners Coffee

9.1
44 Charles St (at 7th Ave S), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · West Village · 74 tips and reviews
Ralph's Coffee Shop is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

53. Ralph's Coffee Shop

711 5th Ave (55th Street), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Midtown East · 61 tips and reviews

Matthew S.Matthew Spector: This place is the upscale hipster coffee shop to emd all coffee shops. A surprise hidden on the second floor of the RL shop.

Ralph's Coffee Shop is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

54. Ralph's Coffee Shop

711 5th Ave (55th Street), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Midtown East · 61 tips and reviews

Flávia K.Flávia Khalil👛: Muitas coisas naturais, sem glúten etc. Lugar muito agradável. Preço justo. Em cima da Ralph Lauren da 5ave.

55. Chalait

224 W 4th St (at Christopher St), New York, NY
Café · West Village · 106 tips and reviews
Caffé Bene is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

56. Caffé Bene

1611 Broadway (at W 49th St), New York, NY
Café · Theater District · 275 tips and reviews

Untapped CitiesUntapped Cities: Imported from Korea, this cafe's organic vibe provides a great escape from Times Square, although it is a bit pricey. Read more.

Coffee Project New York is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

57. Coffee Project New York

9.2
239 E 5th St (btwn 2nd Ave & Bowery), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · East Village · 124 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Try Project #1: The deconstructed latte. Espresso then steamed milk and then your latte. A great way to taste all the flavours.

Nourish Kitchen + Table is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

58. Nourish Kitchen + Table

95 Greenwich Ave (btwn W 12th & Bank St), New York, NY
Café · West Village · 56 tips and reviews

Michelle W.Michelle Wiles: Rose chai latte has real petals in it

Bluestone Lane Collective Cafe is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

59. Bluestone Lane Collective Cafe

55 Greenwich Ave (at Perry St), New York, NY
Café · West Village · 204 tips and reviews

60. Maman

8.8
239 Centre St (btwn Broome & Grand St), New York, NY
Café · SoHo · 302 tips and reviews

SusumuSusumu: A cozy cafe like ones you find in Brooklyn. In the back, there are more seats. Lavender Hot Chocolate is good!

Gotan is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

61. Gotan

9.0
130 Franklin St (at Varick St), New York, NY
Café · Tribeca · 144 tips and reviews

Andrew F.Andrew Furman: Tons of seating and very laptop friendly.

62. Mulberry & Vine

73 Warren St (B/t West Broadway & Greenwich), New York, NY
Café · Tribeca · 60 tips and reviews

Chet M.Chet Mancini: You'll probably end up paying more than you expect. Wifi and bottomless coffee though.

Ralph's Coffee Shop is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

63. Ralph's Coffee Shop

711 5th Ave (55th Street), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Midtown East · 61 tips and reviews

BuzzFeedBuzzFeed: Hidden on the third floor of the Ralph Lauren store, this place is almost never crowded — and one of the few legit places to get a great cup of strong iced coffee in Midtown. Read more.

64. Ground Central Coffee Company

155 E 52nd St (btwn 3rd & Lexington Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Turtle Bay · 198 tips and reviews

Doruk K.Doruk Kurt: They have a great library at the back. Cozy place to read, relax, study..

65. Kava Cafe

7.1
803 Washington St (btwn Gansevoort & Horatio St), New York, NY
Café · West Village · 90 tips and reviews

Barbara R.Barbara Rose: Wine in the garden after work was lovely, until the "whoa"... closed at 8:30 p.m. It's a coffee place after all. A lovely garden and great coffee!

66. The Good Sort

5 Doyers St (btwn Bowery & Pell St), New York, NY
Asian Restaurant · Chinatown · 10 tips and reviews

No Leftovers J.No Leftovers Jackie Gebel: awesome lattes - Australian Coffeeshop meets Chinese Tea House

67. Jack’s Stir Brew Coffee

7.8
425 W 13th St, New York, NY
Café · Meatpacking District · 10 tips and reviews

Meatpacking DistrictMeatpacking District: Serves organic, fair trade, shade-grown coffee and espresso, and homemade vegan organic baked goods and artisan products. Read more.

Maman is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

68. Maman

8.8
239 Centre St (btwn Broome & Grand St), New York, NY
Café · SoHo · 302 tips and reviews

Meredith B.Meredith Blechman: Adorable cafe with great iced matcha lattes and a cozy seating area in the back. Their pastries are also divine.

69. Telegraphe Café

8.0
107 W 18th St (at 6th Ave), New York, NY
Café · Chelsea · 133 tips and reviews

Jay S.Jay Smooth: Nice family-run coffee shop, and above average wi-fi spot with comfy civilized environment..cookies are a good catch when freshly baked.

Ludlow Coffee Supply is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

70. Ludlow Coffee Supply

8.7
176 Ludlow St (at E Houston St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Lower East Side · 62 tips and reviews

Jen D.Jen D: While paying a premium, the coffee drinks are better than most in the area. Space and light invite conversation and relaxation. Snacks are available (e.g. Muffins, croissants, etc).

El Rey Coffee Bar & Luncheonette is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

71. El Rey Coffee Bar & Luncheonette

100 Stanton St (btwn Ludlow St & Orchard St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Lower East Side · 175 tips and reviews

EllieEllie: Relaxed, friendly, delightful neighborhood cafe with a small but well-executed menu of healthy comfort foods, along with excellent coffee. Perfect for idling with a newspaper on a weekend afternoon.

Lady Mendl's Tea Salon is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

72. Lady Mendl's Tea Salon

8.5
56 Irving Pl (btwn 17th & 18th St), New York, NY
Tea Room · Union Square · 25 tips and reviews

Bitches Who BrunchBitches Who Brunch: The Bitches say: A+. A quality afternoon tea with memorable service and a desirable atmosphere that is perfect for a special occasion with loved ones. Read more.

Devoción is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

73. Devoción

9.0
69 Grand St (btwn Kent & Wythe Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Coffee Shop · Williamsburg · 241 tips and reviews

PureWowPureWow: OK, maybe you’re a little bummed you don’t get to spend the day outdoors. Sipping Colombian brews under a skylight and a living wall of plants is just the remedy your soul needs. Read more.

MatchaBar is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

74. MatchaBar

256 W 15th St (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Tea Room · Chelsea · 50 tips and reviews

Marni S.Marni Sabin: Rose matcha latte is amazing. 🌹🍵

Three Jewels is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

75. Three Jewels

8.5
5 E 3rd St, New York, NY
Yoga Studio · East Village · 6 tips and reviews

Alla G.Alla Goncharova: Good coffee and chill vibes

Rosecrans is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

76. Rosecrans

8.5
7 Greenwich Ave (at Christopher St), New York, NY
Flower Store · West Village · 6 tips and reviews

Meghan M.Meghan McNeil: Great place to grab coffee or tea and catch up with a friend or read a book. It's a laptop free zone so enjoy the peacefulness

77. Variety Coffee Roasters

8.5
368 Graham Ave (btwn Skillman Ave & Conselyea St), Brooklyn, NY
Coffee Shop · Williamsburg · 135 tips and reviews

Alex P.Alex Pyatetsky: Free wifi, no password, lots of seating. Actually prefer it to the big "Variety" in Bushwick.

Lella Alimentari is one of NYC Non-Starbucks Coffee.

78. Lella Alimentari

9.3
325 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Café · Williamsburg · 46 tips and reviews

Angela C.Angela Chung: Great people. Great coffee. Plus, they have alll the milk options🙌🏼

79. Hungry Ghost

9.0
721 Metropolitan Ave (btwm Manhattan & Graham Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Coffee Shop · Williamsburg · 14 tips and reviews

Julian H.Julian Hein: Great coffee shop, but the best thing is how spacious it is. Really nice spot to work or hang out.