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Ninth Street Espresso

Ninth Street Espresso

Coffee Shop$$$$
Alphabet City, New York
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    Jay D.
    "the espresso with milk is one of the best I've had"(4 Tips)
    Emily W.
    "The OG spot for delicious espresso drinks"(18 Tips)
    stephanie h.
    "walk up to see the sights at tompkins dog park."(2 Tips)
    Globetrottergirls D.
    "Best coffee in the East Village and good place to work at."(15 Tips)
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  • Malcolm R.heart icon on user image
    Malcolm RingJuly 1, 2015
    Delicious coffee, light brown woody interior, outdoor seating. Huge windows looking into a park. Free wi-fi, though it's pretty weak. No outlets.
  • Global H.heart icon on user image
    Global HighlanderJanuary 2, 2018
    Espresso drinks only as far as ☕️ is concerned at this cozy coffeeshop that does accept credit cards and has WiFi.
  • Fabian M.heart icon on user image
    Fabian MartinAugust 5, 2022
    Solid cappuccino open from 7 AM. Full of half asleep people exactly what you would hope for
  • Serious Eats
    Serious EatsMarch 6, 2013
    One of the few places in the city where you can park with your laptop and work while enjoying your coffee.
  • Efrem
    EfremOctober 27, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    If you love drip coffee, ask for a pour-over of the Guatemalan....and drink it black! The Brazilian and Costa Rican are best as espresso with milk.
  • Marco G.heart icon on user image
    Marco GomesOctober 23, 2018
    The best espresso with oat milk (cappuccino); in this preparation, oat milk is better than regular milk.
  • Ms H.
    Ms HeleneDecember 13, 2012
    Tucked away near scaffolding but next to Tompkins Square Park is some great coffee. Always strong, aromatic and with a nice crema. Some space for lingering, standing or seating but plain inside.
  • Ginger T.heart icon on user image
    Ginger ThomsonJune 8, 2016
    Great ambiance. Good music and fine cafe could not be better
  • Corley S.heart icon on user image
    Corley StoneNovember 6, 2015
    Been here 100+ times
    Fantastic coffee, free wifi, bigger space than the one on 10th, and overall friendly staff
  • SuYeone J.
    SuYeone JeonNovember 16, 2016
    Located in a relatively quiet neighborhood and a nice place to work/observe passerby -- of course the coffee here is undoubtedly great!
  • DoubleDeuceheart icon on user image
    DoubleDeuceMay 13, 2017
    It's always busy in here with the seating often full. Great coffee options. Definitely a local favorite if you're in the area.
  • Nate B.heart icon on user image
    Nate BeattyJune 14, 2015
    Really the best little coffee shop in the neighborhood. Awesome spot, with a few cute little outdoor seats. But cash only.
  • AmateurConciergeheart icon on user image
    AmateurConciergeAugust 18, 2015
    The nicer of the 2 Ninth Street Espresso's. More seating here and welcoming of laptops, but still no outlets. Cold brew is solid.
  • Emi S.
    Emi SuzukiSeptember 15, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    their lattes are unlike any other. as soon as i finish one, i immediately want another. i cant think of a better sunday spot, or any day for that matter.
  • Meghna R.
    Meghna RaoDecember 2, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    excellent coffee, great WiFi... but no outlets. Think it’s their way of avoiding all-day seat hoggers.
  • Matthew C.heart icon on user image
    Matthew CaldecuttJuly 17, 2015
    Some of the strongest coffee that I have ever had. If only they had food, this would be the perfect spot to start a day.
  • Raphael L.heart icon on user image
    Raphael LangenscheidtAugust 7, 2015
    Great for working, but no outlets and the A/C simulates New York in January. Still - good coffee and a nice, relaxed vibe.
  • Todd O.
    Todd OlmsteadAugust 20, 2011
    This location of Ninth Street has free wi-fi and ample space to unpack your laptop and hunker down for a bit. A great rainy day spot to warm up with a coffee and get some work done.
  • Project Latte: a NYC cafe culture guide
    The only decent coffee & the only good workspace in the area, along with free wifi and basic baked goods are provided to a mostly local Alphabet City crowd.
  • Sam H.
    Sam HerbertMarch 20, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Good for a quick and tasty coffee, but they closed up all the power outlets, making this place a "if I'm near by" instead of a destination for me.
  • Dylan S.heart icon on user image
    Dylan StilinOctober 9, 2014
    Gets packed during prime hours. Go when it's quiet to relax or do some work with a great cup of coffee.
  • Kate F.
    Kate FurmanJune 4, 2015
    Awesome space to work with a cup of Joe.
  • Project Latte: a NYC cafe culture guide
    The only good coffee & the only good workspace in the area, along with free wifi, quality espresso & a basic baked goods are provided to a mostly local Alphabet City crowd. Read more
  • Vinay A.
    Vinay AnantharamanAugust 10, 2014
    Lattes are excellent. Great place to hangout with your laptop or book. Be warned there are no power plugs .
  • Alexa M.heart icon on user image
    Alexa MarconDecember 6, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    great coffee and espresso (and tea—just ask). ACCEPTS CARDS! WiFi password: 700east9
  • Christine R.heart icon on user image
    Christine RødeJune 17, 2016
    cash only, but easy flat price structure. three different sizes, all same price.
  • Susumuheart icon on user image
    SusumuNovember 15, 2015
    WiFi Password: 700east9. Cash only.
  • WillMcD
    WillMcDAugust 9, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    For 7 years this place was my go-to coffee spot. They make a fantastic drip.
  • apareek
    apareekApril 11, 2013
    THE BEST COFFEE! They have spoiled me. Now I have to go there every time I go to NYC without exception!
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    MelAugust 12, 2013
    great place to do work although they don't have any outlets. the baristas are so awesome and will let you work all day. :)
  • Globetrottergirls D.
    Best coffee in the East Village and good place to work at. Wifi works well but there are no plugs.
  • Yiğit G.heart icon on user image
    Yiğit GülerJune 24, 2016
    There are no plugs. So you can work as long as your battery is alive.
  • Douglas C.
    Douglas CFebruary 25, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Get to know the baristas. If you are in a particular mood, they can create custom drinks for you, but nothing like Starbuck's. This is real technical coffee brew.
  • Valentin G.heart icon on user image
    Valentin GuerinJuly 2, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Try their cappuccino, or just a classic (but excellent) espresso.
  • Deanna S.
    Deanna SApril 28, 2013
    They specially design their coffee beans and send the orders to brazil to be harvested. The Alphabet City blend is fantastic!
  • Joel B.
    Joel BarronMarch 4, 2012
    Superb coffee as you'd expect from a place that's been here doing it for 10 years. Love the minimal/rustic feel too.
  • The Corcoran Group
    The Corcoran GroupJuly 10, 2013
    We love the lattes here. A true neighborhood gem.
  • OMGICU
    OMGICUMarch 21, 2011
    WARNING: Celebrities, notably Jason Schwartzman, have been known to receive preferential treatment here. If your barista is dawdling with your latte to favor his, tell her to "rush more."
  • SideTour
    SideTourApril 24, 2012
    A bit off the beaten path, but definitely worth the trek. Our vote for the best in the city. Cash only!
  • Sarah H.
    Sarah HolmJune 30, 2010
    I come here almost every day now. Not only is the coffee amazing - the place itself is great too. The barristers are really friendly and cool...read more on my blog Read more
  • Kimmie O.heart icon on user image
    Kimmie OhhDecember 8, 2019
    Excellent espresso in the East Village.
  • Emily W.heart icon on user image
    Emily WilsonAugust 25, 2015
    The OG spot for delicious espresso drinks
  • Skyler D.
    Skyler DobinJuly 28, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Bring your own power generator if you want to get work done. They covered their outlets on the floor so you can't plug in.
  • Spencer F.heart icon on user image
    Spencer FryMarch 1, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Great for working during the week. More busy on the weekend, obviously.
  • Jay D.heart icon on user image
    Jay DixitJuly 7, 2014
    the espresso with milk is one of the best I've had
  • Sarah N.
    Sarah NelsonJune 7, 2012
    Love the Ave. C location for working/reading on a weekend. Some of the best coffee in the city.
  • James L.heart icon on user image
    James LNovember 5, 2020
    Been here 10+ times
    4% fee for card. Currently no wifi. Still my favorite coffee in the village.
  • Mary M.heart icon on user image
    Mary MMarch 29, 2015
    My favorite coffee shop to work. Great coffee minimal distractions.
  • John M.heart icon on user image
    John MurrayAugust 2, 2015
    Great coffee and place to get work done in the area.
  • Douglas C.
    Douglas CFebruary 25, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    You can ask Mark to make you a caffe ole, with skim milk and it costs leas than a latte and tastes just as nice.
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