It's a Caffeine State of Mind
Boasting a
mean roast and a vast number of independent artisanal coffee stores, New
Yorkers are spoilt for choice when it comes to topping-up their caffeine fix.
So, with that in mind, we eschewed the main streets and the shining Starbucks
signs (because of course we would) and headed out in search of good coffee.
Here we go, below is our top 5 coffee shops in New York City.
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| Reunion's qualities go beyond its coffee |
Homecoming: 107 Franklin St, Brooklyn
Part flower
shop, part coffeehouse, Homecoming is a unique spot in Williamsburg to get your
coffee fix. Despite its minimal seating (just a couple of seats at the front
and an outside area for when the sun is shining), Homecoming’s tasty coffee and
quirky vibe makes it a great spot to take a quick break from your meandering of
the artsy Williamsburg streets.
TRY: Taking the setting in mind,
it’s no surprise that the flowery flavour extends to the menu, with the chai
latte and hibiscus doughnut topping our list of recommendations!
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| Coffee with a side of flowers |
Greecologies:
379 Broome Street, New York
Located just across Brooklyn Bridge in the Italian area of
town, Greecologies is a coffee-stop with a difference in that it specialises in
on-site made yogurt. Using a combination of traditional and modern techniques,
Greecologies is able to combine a modern interior design with good coffee and a
unique snack to coax yourself through your day (if the comfy seats and wifi
doesn’t distract you first)!
TRY:
Their modern-made yogurt with banana slices, cocoa nips, sesame seeds and honey
is to die for.
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| Greecologies' yogurt is worth a visit on its own |
Reunion: 544 Union Avenue, Brooklyn
Also in Williamsburg, Reunion is a caffeine pit-stop that may
just convince you to stay for a meal. With a fantastic aesthetic, Reunion’s
menu takes inspiration from the owners’ Israeli-roots to offer an interesting
selection of food to go along with your coffee. With its friendly staff and cosy
atmosphere, a quick visit may well be enough to turn this Union Avenue staple
into a regular trip!
TRY: For
the caffeine-needy, their chai latte is fantastic but if you have some free
time, you can’t go wrong with their falafel starter!
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| Reunion, the perfect combo of food and caffeine |
Brooklyn
Roasting Company: 25 Jay Street, Brooklyn
They may be
all over the place (well, in a few different locations across the city at
least), but their home will always be Jay Street. Roasting a selection of
small-batch beans from acros the world, Brooklyn Roasting Company’s fairtrade
and organic coffee is brewed on site within view of their grinding machines.
With a stable wifi connection as well as a good selection of pastries, a
juice-bar and a book store on-site (not to mention the exposed-brick interior),
this is a coffee shop you could easily spend all day in working on whatever you
need done and not even notice the hours roll by! Need to stretch your legs? With
the water-front park just across the street, this is the ideal space to park-up
all day.
TRY: Have a sweet-tooth? Their
maple shay surely won’t disappoint.
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| That vintage aesthetic had us purring! |
Absolute
Coffee: 327 Atlantic Avenue,
Brooklyn
Staying in Brooklyn, Absolute Coffee is a neighborhood
favorite. Easily reached on the A and C metro line, this cute coffee stop may
soon become a regular journey. Brewing a wide range of unique roasts, Absolute
is perfect for people looking for a good coffee to see them through their
morning tasks. For the more adventurous visitor, the store also carries maps of
Brooklyn’s different districts, outlining the city’s independent stores, restaurants,
and services, making this a fantastic starting point for an exploration-filled
day!
TRY:
Take a look-see at what they’re brewing that day and consider a filter coffee to
get you on your way.
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| Absolute-ly ready for an adventure! |
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