I saw more La Columbe coffee sourced to shops than any other bean while I was in the city. So, naturally, I had to check them out and see what the shop proper had to offer. This East Coast, NY local roasting company has shops all over the city that are putting out great…
Category: Manhattan
Everyman Espresso
Everyman Espresso is an incredible store that is devoid of the “smoke and mirrors” of the coffee industry but puts out some exceptional drinks. The bar at Everyman is efficient, functional, and “loved.” Despite the worn-in appearance, you can tell how much solid work gets done on that counter and how much the baristas…
Abraço
Abraço is, at least for me, one of the best shops I have ever been to, period. This is not just because the product is outstanding (and it is); these guys have hit so many high marks for location, atmosphere, attitude, service, philosophy, accessability, and overall skill that I would recommend it to anyone, especially to newer coffee…
Prima
In actuality, Prima is a restaurant, but one that does coffee well. Rather than treating coffee as “secondary” to the food, Prima puts an enormous amount of effort and resources into their coffee operation. As my introduction to NY coffee, I was definitely impressed by the quality of East Coast roasteries and what I perceived as a “more professional”…
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