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Best Coffee & Casual in East Harlem, Manhattan

101 coffee & casual in East Harlem (El Barrio), ranked by rating and reviews, with vibes and insider tips.

East Harlem in a line

El Barrio — where the coquito flows and the music never stops

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Ignore the food blogs. Follow the music and the smell of sofrito. You'll find your spot.

All Coffee & Casual in East Harlem

Ranked by rating and how many reviews back it. Open any venue for hours, photos, and reviews.

  • 5.0 out of 5Price level $

    The Townhouse Cafe is a favorite coffee/tea spot in East Harlem, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • 4.9 out of 5Price level $

    Tres Leches Cafe, Por La Gracia De Dios is the leader in the creation of the best Tres Leches Cake. Our cakes are always fresh, spongy, creamy, and deliciosos!!

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming
  • Coffee/Tea

    Ginjan Cafe

    4.9 out of 5Price level $

    Ginjan Cafe is a favorite coffee/tea spot in East Harlem, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • 5.0 out of 5Price level $$

    Lamb's Bread Cafe & Infused Bakery is a cafe in East Harlem described by visitors as a cafe, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Chill
    • Unique
    • Neighborhood Spot
  • 4.9 out of 5Price level $

    Cravin Crispy is a cafe in East Harlem described by visitors as korean and american. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Quick Bite
    • Fusion
  • 4.9 out of 5Price level $$

    CakeBurgers is a favorite brunch spot in East Harlem, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Social
    • Bright
    • Lively
  • 4.9 out of 5Price level $

    MOJO Artisanal Mousse Bar is a cafe in East Harlem described by visitors as a cafe, japanese. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming
  • 4.9 out of 5Price level $

    Gigi's Doughnuts is a favorite donuts spot in East Harlem, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Relaxed
    • Cozy
  • 4.8 out of 5Price level $

    100% Nut-Free Award Winning Bakery

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming
  • 4.8 out of 5Price level $

    Pabade is a family-owned bakery & cafe with a huge variety of freshly baked goods. From vegan muffins and flourless financiers to custom cakes and alfajores, all of our products are non-GMO and preservative-free.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • 4.8 out of 5Price level $

    Indomable Coffee is a favorite coffee/tea spot in East Harlem, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • Juice Smoothies Fruit Salads

    New Level Juice

    4.9 out of 5Price level $

    New Level Juice Bar is a minority-owned, all-natural juice bar committed to crafting fresh, nutrient-packed juices using the finest locally sourced, organic fruits and vegetables the city has to offer.

    • Relaxed
    • Cozy
  • Coffee/Tea

    Dunkin'

    4.8 out of 5Price level $

    Dunkin' is America's favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee, espresso, breakfast sandwiches and donuts. The world's leading baked goods and coffee chain, Dunkin' serves more than 3 million customers each day.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • Juice Smoothies Fruit Salads

    Hassy Juice Bar

    4.9 out of 5Price level $

    Hassy Juice Bar is a favorite juice smoothies fruit salads spot in East Harlem, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Relaxed
    • Cozy
  • 4.8 out of 5Price level $

    Crumbly Cookies Co. is a favorite bakery spot in East Harlem, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming
  • 4.8 out of 5Price level $

    SMASHIESS is a favorite deli spot in East Harlem, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Casual
    • Quick
    • Local
  • Coffee/Tea

    Mama T

    4.9 out of 5Price level $

    amer-asian cafe-teria experiment

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • 5.0 out of 5

    Pure Confections is a favorite bakery spot in East Harlem, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming
  • Coffee/Tea

    Azalea Café

    4.7 out of 5Price level $

    Azalea Café is a cafe in East Harlem described by visitors as a cafe, great outdoor space. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • Frozen Desserts

    Van Leeuwen Ice Cream

    4.7 out of 5Price level $$

    1380 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10128

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 4.8 out of 5Price level $

    Gardners Gourmet Baking Co LLC is a favorite bakery spot in East Harlem, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming
  • Frozen Desserts

    Plate Of Cake

    4.7 out of 5

    Plate Of Cake is a favorite frozen desserts spot in East Harlem, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Relaxed
    • Cozy
  • Frozen Desserts

    Sugar Hill Creamery

    4.7 out of 5

    Sugar Hill Creamery is a favorite frozen desserts spot in East Harlem, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Relaxed
    • Cozy

Frequently asked questions

What are the best cafes in East Harlem?
Ranked by rating and number of reviews, the top cafes in East Harlem on Moodap are The Townhouse Cafe (5.0 stars), Tres Leches Café (Harlem) (4.9 stars) and Ginjan Cafe (4.9 stars). The full list is on this page.
What kinds of cafes are there in East Harlem?
Moodap lists 101 cafes in East Harlem. The most common kinds are Bakery (34), Coffee/Tea (26), Juice Smoothies Fruit Salads (14), Frozen Desserts (9) and Deli (7).
Where can I find affordable cafes in East Harlem?
91 of the 101 cafes listed in East Harlem are budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked of them are The Townhouse Cafe, Tres Leches Café (Harlem) and Ginjan Cafe.
How is the full list of cafes in East Harlem ranked?
By star rating, weighted by how many reviews back it: a place with hundreds of strong reviews ranks above a perfect score from a handful. Places with few or no reviews come after well-reviewed ones. Not sure which fits your plans? Find Your Vibe™ picks one for your mood in about 25 seconds.

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