Rank 1Joe Coffee Company: Chelsea
Coffee/Tea
4.3 out of 5Price level $
Joe Coffee Company: Chelsea is a cafe in Chelsea described by visitors as a cafe, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
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Best Coffee & Casual in Chelsea, Manhattan
94 coffee & casual in Chelsea, ranked by rating and reviews, with vibes and insider tips.
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Top ranked Coffee & Casual in Chelsea
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Rank 2Variety Coffee Roasters
Coffee/Tea4.4 out of 5Price level $We keep things fresh. Our coffees are a direct reflection of what's in-season, so our menu changes frequently throughout the year.
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Rank 3Sullivan Street Bakery and Pizza
Bakery4.3 out of 5Price level $$Sullivan Street Bakery and Pizza is a cafe in Chelsea described by visitors as a cafe, pizza and french, moderately priced. Based on 10 reviews.
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All Coffee & Casual in Chelsea
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Frozen Desserts
Sweet Cats Union Square
4.9 out of 5Sweet Cats Union Square is a cafe in Flatiron described by visitors as an activity venue, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
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- 4.9 out of 5
Discover the magic of Gelatoville, where our secret recipes, crafted by gelato artisans in Florence, Italy, bring you an authentic taste experience in New York City. We offer a wide range of delicious and all-natural gelato flavors
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Coffee/Tea
787 Coffee Co.
4.8 out of 5Price level $787 Coffee was born as a coffee farm in Puerto Rico. Raised in New York. With lots of love for Texas & New Jersey. At 787 Coffee, we know good things come to those who put in the work. That's why all of our coffee beans are sustainably grown from our coffee farm in Puerto Rico, neighboring coffee farms and specialty coffee farms from Mexico and Colombia.
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Frozen Desserts
Venchi
4.8 out of 5Price level $$Venchi is a cafe in Flatiron described by visitors as italian, moderately priced. Based on 10 reviews.
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Bubble Tea
Maddie's Boba Lab
4.9 out of 5Price level $$LIRR Concourse, C109, 1 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York, NY 10119
- Cozy
- Social
Bagels/Pretzels
NYC Bagel & Coffee House (NYCBCH)
4.8 out of 5Price level $$Freshly brewed coffee and hand-rolled Bagels. Start your day with a delicious breakfast at NYC Bagel and Coffee House.
- Cozy
- Social
Coffee/Tea
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.
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Coffee/Tea
Velvette Espresso Bar
4.9 out of 5Price level $$A barista-owned and operated espresso bar featuring responsibly sourced direct trade coffee in Chelsea, Manhattan.
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Bakery
The Protein Bakery
4.8 out of 5Price level $$A bakery specializing in muscle-building whey protein concentrate in all their baked goods, offering healthier, protein-packed treats
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Frozen Desserts
NYC’s Finest Yogurt & Ice Cream
5.0 out of 5The 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.
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- Cozy
Frozen Desserts
Anita La Mamma del Gelato
4.7 out of 5Anita La Mamma del Gelato is a favorite frozen desserts spot in Chelsea, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.
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Coffee/Tea
Teasthetic
5.0 out of 5Tea 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.
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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.
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Coffee/Tea
A'more Caffe - Chelsea
4.9 out of 5Price level $A'more Caffe - Chelsea is a cafe in Chelsea described by visitors as a cafe, japanese, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.
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Frozen Desserts
Mango Mango Dessert - Union Square
4.7 out of 5Mango Mango Dessert - Union Square is a favorite frozen desserts spot in Chelsea, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.
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Bagels/Pretzels
Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company
4.6 out of 5Price level $Hand-Rolled Kettle-Boiled Bagels. Ingredients Chosen with Health in Mind.
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Breads Bakery - Union Square is a cafe in Flatiron described by visitors as a cafe, french and deli sandwich, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.
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Coffee/Tea
maman
4.6 out of 5Price level $with a sun-filled main floor, a charming mezzanine, and a dedicated event space, this location was designed for gathering, celebrating, and enjoying a moment of calm in the city.
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Coffee/Tea
Yanni's Coffee
4.6 out of 5Price level $Yanni's Coffee is a cafe in Chelsea described by visitors as a cafe, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.
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Bagels/Pretzels
PopUp Bagels
4.6 out of 5Price level $$Welcome to PopUp Bagels, where we make simply superior bagels and bake them fresh, just for you.
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Cafe
Cafe Aroma
4.6 out of 5Cafe Aroma is a favorite deli spot in Chelsea, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.
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- Quick
- Local
Donuts
Dough Doughnuts Flatiron
4.5 out of 5Price level $Dough Doughnuts Flatiron is a cafe in Flatiron described by visitors as a cafe, consistently well-reviewed. Based on 10 reviews.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best cafes in Chelsea?
Moodap's top-ranked cafes in Chelsea, curated from Eater, The Infatuation, Time Out, Michelin and our own research in February 2026, start with Joe Coffee Company: Chelsea (4.3 stars), Variety Coffee Roasters (4.4 stars) and Sullivan Street Bakery and Pizza (4.3 stars). They're at the top of this page.
What kinds of cafes are there in Chelsea?
Moodap lists 94 cafes in Chelsea. The most common kinds are Coffee/Tea (37), Bakery (17), Frozen Desserts (10), Bagels/Pretzels (8) and Donuts (8).
Where can I find affordable cafes in Chelsea?
68 of the 94 cafes listed in Chelsea are budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked of them are Sweet Cats Union Square, Gelatoville Italian Gelato Coffee & Bakery and 787 Coffee Co..
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