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The best coffee shops in DUMBO.

Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 7 places.

Across the East River from Manhattan, there’s an adorable Brooklyn neighborhood with a silly little name that New Yorkers can’t help but love. I can never resist a good DUMBO coffee shops, and after years in this city, I’ve tried them all. DUMBO is full of cobblestone streets winding to and fro, taking guests past former warehouses and factories that have been turned into stores and restaurants.

Once a hub for aspiring artists, DUMBO never really lost its allure and still attracts both locals and tourists alike. And like the rest of the world, this neighborhood runs on caffeine.

Antonina PattizI went to every one · how I decide

Best coffee shops in DUMBO, 2026

  1. ArabicaCafe · DUMBOThe location and epic views are incredibly memorable and help make it one of the best coffee shops in DUMBO to share with out-of-town guests.
  2. Butler Bake ShopCafe · DUMBOI never miss an opportunity to stop by their coffee shop in DUMBO, even if I have to take my order to-go.
  3. Dawn’s Til DuskCafe · DUMBODawn’s Til Dusk (more commonly called Dawn’s) is one of the cutest coffee shops in DUMBO.
  4. DevociónCafe · DUMBODevoción means devotion in Spanish, which is a fitting name given that the cafe is devoted to being one of the best coffee shops in DUMBO.
  5. Joe CoffeeCafe · DUMBOBut it’s not hard to see why the DUMBO coffee shop is so loved.
  6. Zaruma Gold CoffeeCafe · DUMBOZaruma Gold Coffee might just be one of the best-kept secrets in Brooklyn.
  7. usagiCafe · DUMBOusagi is an easy place to love.

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All in DUMBO.

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Best coffee shops in DUMBO, 2026

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 10 Charming Coffee Shops in DUMBO (Local’s Guide).