La Cabra

“La Cabra is absolutely worth the hype. The coffee was outstanding--smooth, rich, and perfectly balanced, the kind that reminds you why you love specialty coffee in the first place. I paired it with an almond croissant, and it was honestly so good: flaky, buttery, with just the right amount of almond filling, not too sweet and beautifully baked. Yes, expect a line outside, especially during busy hours, but don't let that discourage you. The wait moves fairly quickly, and once you taste the coffee and pastries, you'll understand why people are willing to queue. It's very much worth it. The space itself is minimal, calm, and thoughtfully designed. There's also a quiet resting/sitting area, which makes it a nice spot to slow down, recharge, and actually enjoy your coffee instead of rushing through it. A must-visit for coffee lovers.”

“This is truly one of the finest cafes in New York City. Originally from Denmark, they now have multiple locations across the city, and I've visited one -- this one happens to be a bit more spacious. When I stopped by on a weekday afternoon, the place was buzzing with energy. There was a steady line at the counter, but the atmosphere felt cozy and lively. I ordered my usual iced cardamom latte, which I highly recommend if you love the aroma of cardamom. The sweetness is perfectly balanced, the coffee smooth, and the milk-to-espresso ratio spot-on. That subtle hint of cardamom really elevates the flavor -- it's one of my absolute favorites. I also picked up a ham and cheese croissant. The barista didn't warm it up, and I didn't ask either -- but even served cold, it tasted delicious. Flaky, buttery, and satisfying enough to devour right away. I can only imagine it would be even better warm. Overall, great coffee, good food, and an inviting atmosphere. Definitely one of my go-to cafe spots in NYC -- I'll absolutely be back.”

“They have a lot of good washed coffees. Sagastume in particular has a smooth tea like body and taste - a good everyday cup. Pricing is not terrible - $25 for 200oz but in store cups were like $12 a piece which is pretty crazy. I would come here again for tea-like coffees that are washed and tasty baked goods but I was sad there were no special or interesting fermented / funky coffees.”