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The best coffee on the Upper West Side.

Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 9 places.

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Best coffee on the Upper West Side, 2026

  1. About CoffeeCafe · Upper West SideThis also one of the best working cafes on the Upper West Side (there’s tons of tables and outlets).
  2. Birch CoffeeCafe · Upper West SideNew Yorkers don’t settle for mediocre coffee and Birch always hits the spot.
  3. Black Press CoffeeCafe · Upper West SideI wish I had known about Black Press Coffee sooner, it’s two blocks from my apartment and the constant line of happy locals makes it clear this beloved gem is a neighborhood staple.
  4. Daily ProvisionsCafe · Upper West SideDaily Provisions uses Joe’s beans to make balanced drip coffee and incredible iced Americanos, some of the best in the neighborhood.
  5. Irving FarmCafe · Upper West Side
  6. Joe CoffeeCafe · Upper West SideThe staff’s passion for coffee is evident in every cup, which is why it’s one of my favorite cafes on the Upper West Side.
  7. Plowshares Coffee BloomingdaleCafe · Upper West SideIntrigued by the small storefront, I was completely impressed by my Americano and soon realized they serve some of the best coffee on the Upper West Side.
  8. Blue Bottle CoffeeCafe · Upper West SideIf you find yourself in need of a strong cup, make a beeline towards Blue Bottle Coffee for the best coffee on the Upper West Side.
  9. Bluestone LaneCafe · Upper West SideTheir coffee is half the draw, which is why I consider this one of the best cafes in the Upper West Side.

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: Here’s the Best Coffee on the Upper West Side.