It's on 1 of my list. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Address45 Washington St, Brooklyn, NY 11201 & 102 Hicks St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Some of the best coffee in New York City can be found at Joe Coffee Company. Luckily they have not one, but two coffee shops in DUMBO for you to run a cup through its paces. Their cafes are better suited for takeaway orders because of their smaller sizes, but I’d be dammed if I didn’t mention the phenomenal coffee.
It’s consistently smooth, so it always hits the spot, and I’m not the only one that thinks so. On the contrary, Founded in 2003, Joe’s Coffee has spread like wildfire. But it’s not hard to see why the DUMBO coffee shop is so loved, the atmosphere is inviting, the feel relaxed, and the coffee exceptional.
Locals Tip. The shop on Washington Street is among the top DUMBO coffee spots, perfect for grabbing a drink and snapping a photo with the famous Manhattan Bridge backdrop! For that iconic shot, head to the intersection of Washington Street and Front Street