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Best Coffee & Casual in Kips Bay, Manhattan

49 coffee & casual in Kips Bay, ranked by rating and reviews, with vibes and insider tips.

Kips Bay in a line

Quietly doing its own thing between Gramercy and Murray Hill

Insider tip

Curry Hill spills into Kips Bay. The Indian food here is world-class and half the price of Midtown.

All Coffee & Casual in Kips Bay

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

  • Juice Smoothies Fruit Salads

    Green Mandala

    5.0 out of 5Price level $

    Handcrafted juices, smoothies, shot and acai bowls made with the freshest ingredient for your health lifestyle. At Green Mandala, every creation is mindfully delicious—a harmonious blend of wellness and flavor designed to nourish both body and soul.

    • Relaxed
    • Cozy
  • Coffee/Tea

    Gold coffee

    4.9 out of 5Price level $

    Gold coffee is a favorite coffee/tea spot in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • Coffee/Tea

    Charlotte Cafe

    4.9 out of 5Price level $

    Charlotte Cafe is a cafe in Murray Hill described by visitors as a cafe, french, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

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

    Greenhill coffee is a favorite coffee/tea spot in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • Bagels/Pretzels

    Apollo Bagels

    5.0 out of 5Price level $

    New-school bagel shop rooted in old-school technique. Naturally fermented, boiled bagels made fresh every morning with a carefully curated menu.

    • Casual
    • Authentic
    • Quick Bite
  • Coffee/Tea

    Current Coffee

    4.9 out of 5Price level $

    Current Coffee is a favorite coffee/tea spot in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • Coffee/Tea

    ARVACI coffee

    4.8 out of 5Price level $

    ARVACI coffee is a favorite coffee/tea spot in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

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

    Espresso Bar ,,Tiger” is a cafe in Gramercy described by visitors as a cafe, japanese, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • Bubble tea

    N25 Nitro Tea

    4.8 out of 5

    N25 Nitro Tea is a favorite bubble tea spot in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

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

    We offer the finest selection of coffee. We offer pastries, sandwich, Filipino, Asian and American cuisine.

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

    Black Star Bakery & Cafe is a favorite bakery spot in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming
  • Coffee/Tea

    Mori Coffee

    4.7 out of 5Price level $

    Mori Coffee is a favorite coffee/tea spot in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • Juice Smoothies Fruit Salads

    Hawa Smoothie & Bubble Tea

    4.8 out of 5Price level $

    Colorful smoothie and bubble tea shop in Murray Hill serving acai bowls, health shots, fresh juices, and boba drinks.

    • Casual
    • Colorful
    • Healthy
  • Frozen Desserts

    Tipsy Scoop

    4.6 out of 5Price level $$

    Our liquor-infused ice cream flavors are all inspired by classic and contemporary cocktails and are made with local and seasonal ingredients in New York, NY.

    • Relaxed
    • Cozy
  • Coffee/Tea

    Birch Coffee

    4.5 out of 5Price level $

    Birch Coffee is a favorite coffee/tea spot in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • Frozen Desserts

    Van Leeuwen Ice Cream

    4.5 out of 5Price level $$

    432 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10016

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

    Little River is a work of functional art made of glass and steel with dramatic high ceilings that invite stunning natural light in. Little River serves weekday breakfast and lunch with fresh, unique, and seasonal options from Riverpark's talented culinary team in a stunning space overlooking the East River.

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

    The finest all-day cafe in New York City, by way of Australia. Health-conscious Australian Fare.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • Frozen Desserts

    Tasti D-Lite

    4.4 out of 5

    Tasti D-Lite is a cafe in Murray Hill described by visitors as known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Relaxed
    • Cozy
  • Coffee/Tea

    Blank Street

    4.4 out of 5Price level $

    Blank Street is a favorite coffee/tea spot in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

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

    Platinum Plus Cafe is a favorite coffee/tea spot in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • Frozen Desserts

    Soft Swerve - Kips Bay

    4.4 out of 5

    Soft Swerve - Kips Bay is a cafe in Murray Hill described by visitors as a cafe, thai and japanese. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Relaxed
    • Cozy
  • 5.0 out of 5

    Third Room Coffee is a favorite coffee/tea spot in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Quiet
    • Relaxed
  • 5.0 out of 5

    Cakes By Request is a favorite bakery spot in Kips Bay, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.

    • Cozy
    • Warm
    • Charming

Frequently asked questions

What are the best cafes in Kips Bay?
Ranked by rating and number of reviews, the top cafes in Kips Bay on Moodap are Green Mandala (5.0 stars), Gold coffee (4.9 stars) and Charlotte Cafe (4.9 stars). The full list is on this page.
What kinds of cafes are there in Kips Bay?
Moodap lists 49 cafes in Kips Bay. The most common kinds are Coffee/Tea (23), Bakery (7), Frozen Desserts (6), Bagels/Pretzels (3) and Donuts (3).
Where can I find affordable cafes in Kips Bay?
39 of the 49 cafes listed in Kips Bay are budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked of them are Green Mandala, Gold coffee and Charlotte Cafe.
How is the full list of cafes in Kips Bay ranked?
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