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A place · Cafe · Chelsea · on 3 of my lists

Kobrick Coffee Company.

Worth it, says Antonina. Kobrick Coffee Company has stood the test of time and provided locals with some of the best coffee in Chelsea for more than 100 years.

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my Best coffee shops in Chelsea
Where Kobrick Coffee Company appears on New York Dearest

It's on 3 of my lists. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.

Worth it
  • Address24 9th Ave, New York, NY 10014
  • From my guide, updated September 2026.

Kobrick Coffee Company has stood the test of time and provided locals with some of the best coffee in Chelsea for more than 100 years. The 4 generations of Kobrick’s who have run the company have fine-tuned the roasting process, getting it down to a science.

In order to keep optimal freshness, Kobrick Coffee Co. hand roasts their coffee in small batches. They serve fair trade, organic, and Rainforest Alliance-certified drinks so New Yorkers can rest assured knowing they’re sipping on a sustainable cup of Joe.

A full array of drink concoctions can be found on Kobrick Coffee shop’s menu. Expect to find classic drinks like cappuccinos and cold brews. However, if guests are feeling adventurous, there’s also the ability to order a coffee cocktail, judgment-free, of course.

Worth it, says Antonina. Been? Say if you agree.

Best coffee in New York

No. 8 on that list3 min from the subway
Worth it

Kobrick Coffee has withstood the test of time, providing locals with some of the best coffee in New York City for more than a century (opened in 1920!). The four generations of Kobricks to run the shop have fine tuned small-batch roasting over the past hundred years.

There’s an emphasis on organic, fair trade and Rainforest alliance certified beans, so New Yorkers can rest assured knowing they’re sipping on a sustainable cup of coffee that doesn’t compromise on flavor.

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Kobrick Coffee Company, a staple for over 100 years, is renowned for serving some of the best coffee in NYC. Across four generations, the Kobricks have perfected the roasting process to a science, hand-roasting small batches to ensure optimal freshness. They prioritize sustainability, offering Fair Trade, organic, and Rainforest Alliance-certified drinks.

The menu has a variety of drinks, from classics like cappuccinos to adventurous coffee cocktails. With its intimate and dark aesthetic, Kobrick Coffee Co. is a standout among NYC’s cutest cafes, catering to those seeking a different ambiance.

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