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The best coffee shops in the East Village.

Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 10 places.

Known for incredible restaurants and relaxing vibes, I find the East Village irresistible and visit every chance I get. Finding great coffee shops in the East Village can be tricky, but after years of eating my way through the city, I’ve found the spots worth your time. Over the past five years, I’ve had a chance to try most of the cafes in the neighborhood, here’s a roundup of the best coffee in the East Village for those interested.

This article is a companion piece to our popular guide.15 Iconic East Village Activities (Local’s Bucket List)

Antonina PattizI went to every one · how I decide

Best coffee shops in the East Village, 2026

  1. 787 CoffeeCafe · East Village787 Coffee is one of my favorite coffee shops in the East Village because the coffee is consistently great and the baristas are so friendly.
  2. AbraçoCafe · East VillageAlways balanced, the rich shot is the closest you’ll get to Italy without checking bags.
  3. Coffee Project New YorkCafe · East VillageThe latte is delicious, to be sure, but it’s the complete experience that makes this such a fun mid-day stop while exploring the neighborhood.
  4. Kona Coffee RoastersCafe · East VillageNo wonder Kona Coffee Roasters serves some of the best coffee in the East Village.
  5. La CabraCafe · East VillageBest known for incredible cardamom buns, don’t sleep on the coffee.
  6. MUD SPOT aka MUDCafe · East VillageMUD is one of the best coffee shops in the East Village if you’re looking to linger for a bit.
  7. Ninth Street EspressoCafe · East VillageNinth Street Espresso has been honing those skills for 20+ years.
  8. Porto Rico CoffeeCafe · East VillageCharming New York since 1907, stepping into Porto Rico Importing Company is nothing short of intoxicating (the smell!).
  9. The Lazy Llama Coffee BarCafe · East VillageAs you may have guessed, The Lazy Llama Coffee Bar is a llama-themed East Village cafe.
  10. Saltwater CoffeeCafe · East VillageSourcing coffee beans from Sydney, Australia (and roasting them in NYC), this Australian coffee shop serves top-notch espresso drinks (the flat white deserves a shout out).

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 13 Charming Coffee Shops in The East Village (Local’s List).