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Best Coffee & Casual in Chelsea, Manhattan

102 coffee & casual in Chelsea, sorted by rating, with vibes and insider tips.

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Top ranked Coffee & Casual in Chelsea

Moodap picksCurated from Eater, Infatuation, TimeOut, Michelin & our own research, February 2026.

  1. Rank 1

    Coffee/Tea

    Joe Coffee Company: Chelsea

    4.3 out of 5, 299 reviewsPrice level $

    Joe Coffee Company: Chelsea is a cafe in Chelsea described by visitors as a cafe, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  2. Rank 2

    Coffee/Tea

    Variety Coffee Roasters

    4.4 out of 5, 913 reviewsPrice level $

    We keep things fresh. Our coffees are a direct reflection of what's in-season, so our menu changes frequently throughout the year.

    Insider tip: Free shipping on orders $50+

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  3. Rank 3

    Bakery

    Sullivan Street Bakery and Pizza

    4.3 out of 5, 533 reviewsPrice level $$

    Sullivan Street Bakery and Pizza is a cafe in Chelsea described by visitors as a cafe, pizza and french, moderately priced. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming

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  • Frozen Desserts

    NYC’s Finest Yogurt & Ice Cream

    5.0 out of 5Price level $

    The best gourmet Yogurt Truck available in New York. The YoGo food truck has been serving frozen yogurt on the go for years now, bringing customers healthy and fresh ingredients.

    • Relaxed
    • Cozy

  • Bakery

    Whole Foods Bakery

    5.0 out of 5Price level $

    From our cult-favorite Berry Chantilly Cake to wholesome Seeduction Bread, the baked goods we make in our kitchens must be made with unbleached, unbromated flour and cage-free or better eggs — and we don't allow hydrogenated fats or high-fructose corn syrup.

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming

  • Bakery

    Bread Alone Bakery - Union Square

    5.0 out of 5Price level $

    Certified Organic, sourdough breads are made with water, salt and organic wheat, transformed through the unhurried magic of fermentation. In a world that moves fast, we proudly go slow.

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming

  • Coffee/Tea

    Teasthetic

    5.0 out of 5, 30 reviewsPrice level $

    Tea is more than a solitary enjoyment; it's a shared experience that fosters mindfulness and connection. At Teasthetic, we see tea not merely as a daily necessity or a pleasing beverage. It's a living philosophy, an aesthetic seamlessly woven with the essence of life itself.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed

  • Bubble Tea

    Maddie's Boba Lab

    4.9 out of 5, 108 reviewsPrice level $$

    LIRR Concourse, C109, 1 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York, NY 10119

    • Cozy
    • Social

  • Coffee/Tea

    A'more Caffe - Chelsea

    4.9 out of 5, 37 reviewsPrice level $

    A'more Caffe - Chelsea is a cafe in Chelsea described by visitors as a cafe, japanese, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed

  • Coffee/Tea

    Gelatoville Italian Gelato Coffee & Bakery

    4.9 out of 5Price level $

    Discover the magic of Gelatoville, where our secret recipes, crafted by gelato artisans in Florence, Italy, bring you an authentic taste experience in New York City. We offer a wide range of delicious and all-natural gelato flavors

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed

  • Coffee/Tea

    Velvette Espresso Bar

    4.9 out of 5Price level $$

    A barista-owned and operated espresso bar featuring responsibly sourced direct trade coffee in Chelsea, Manhattan.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed

  • Bakery

    Francesca's Bakery - Union Square

    4.9 out of 5Price level $

    Francesca's Bakery - Union Square is a favorite bakery spot in Chelsea, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming

  • Frozen Desserts

    Sweet Cats Union Square

    4.9 out of 5, 1,072 reviewsPrice level $

    Sweet Cats Union Square is a cafe in Flatiron described by visitors as an activity venue, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Relaxed
    • Cozy

  • Bagels/Pretzels

    NYC Bagel & Coffee House (NYCBCH)

    4.8 out of 5Price level $$

    Freshly brewed coffee and hand-rolled Bagels. Start your day with a delicious breakfast at NYC Bagel and Coffee House.

    • Cozy
    • Social

  • Coffee/Tea

    787 Coffee Co.

    4.8 out of 5, 5,250 reviewsPrice level $

    787 Coffee was born as a coffee farm in Puerto Rico. Raised in New York. With lots of love for Texas & New Jersey. At 787 Coffee, we know good things come to those who put in the work. That's why all of our coffee beans are sustainably grown from our coffee farm in Puerto Rico, neighboring coffee farms and specialty coffee farms from Mexico and Colombia.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed

  • Bakery

    The Protein Bakery

    4.8 out of 5, 139 reviewsPrice level $$

    A bakery specializing in muscle-building whey protein concentrate in all their baked goods, offering healthier, protein-packed treats

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming

  • Coffee/Tea

    Sip Coffee & Matcha

    4.8 out of 5, 369 reviewsPrice level $

    Sip Coffee & Matcha is a cafe in Flatiron described by visitors as a cafe, japanese, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed

  • Coffee/Tea

    Blue Dove Coffee

    4.8 out of 5Price level $

    ETHICALLY SOURCED, HAND-CRAFTED COFFEE FOR MEANINGFUL MOMENTS. At Blue Dove Coffee, we believe great coffee is more than a beverage — it's a moment of peace in the middle of a busy day.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed

  • Frozen Desserts

    Venchi

    4.8 out of 5, 3,735 reviewsPrice level $$

    Venchi is a cafe in Flatiron described by visitors as italian, moderately priced. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Relaxed
    • Cozy

  • Coffee/Tea

    HOUSE of WARIS Botanicals

    4.7 out of 5, 7 reviewsPrice level $

    HOUSE of WARIS Botanicals was created as a vehicle for change: serving at the nexus of environmental justice, social justice, health and wellbeing. An experience rooted in plant science, centered around the celebration of life.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed

  • Frozen Desserts

    Anita La Mamma del Gelato

    4.7 out of 5Price level $

    Anita La Mamma del Gelato is a favorite frozen desserts spot in Chelsea, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Relaxed
    • Cozy

  • Bakery

    Citizens Of Chelsea, A Breakfast Restaurant & Cafe

    4.7 out of 5Price level $

    Citizens Of Chelsea, A Breakfast Restaurant & Cafe is a favorite bakery spot in Chelsea, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming

  • Bakery

    Chip City

    4.7 out of 5, 151 reviewsPrice level $

    Chip City is a favorite bakery spot in Chelsea, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming

  • Bakery

    Tall Poppy

    4.7 out of 5Price level $

    Tall Poppy is a New York based bakery producing fresh, seasonal pastries that combine classic French pastry techniques with strong, complex flavor profiles. Tall Poppy is a small-batch bakery, serving up bloody good croissants and other baked goods.

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming

  • Frozen Desserts

    Mango Mango Dessert - Union Square

    4.7 out of 5Price level $

    Mango Mango Dessert - Union Square is a favorite frozen desserts spot in Chelsea, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Relaxed
    • Cozy

  • Bakery

    Levain Bakery

    4.7 out of 5Price level $

    Baked Daily, Shipped Nationwide

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming

  • Bubble tea

    Kettl Tea - Greenpoint

    4.6 out of 5, 323 reviewsPrice level $$$

    Farm Fresh Tea, Direct From Japan's Top Producers. Our experts will guide you through the freshest teas produced in Japan.

    • Artisan
    • Zen
    • Specialty Tea

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