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41 coffee/tea cafes in Morningside Heights

Best Coffee/Tea Cafes in Morningside Heights (2026)

Top-rated coffee/tea cafes in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. Ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe.

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Morningside Heights is home to 41 rated coffee/tea cafes. Cafe Valona leads the list with a 5.0-star rating across 23 reviews. Prices range from $ to $$.

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Cafe Valona
Cafe Valona is a cafe in Morningside Heights described by visitors as a cafe, brunch food and deli sandwich, moderately priced. Based on 10 reviews.
5.023 reviews$$Indoor/OutdoorMorningside Dr, New York, NY 10026
Visit on Saturday mornings (6 AM - 12 PM) when they're open; this is a popular food cart location near Columbia University
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Brewvana cafe' Cart
We bring the full experience of a boutique café straight to your event—fresh-ground espresso, handcrafted specialty drinks, and a curated selection of pastries. All the flavor, all the craft, none of the hassle.
5.00Indoor/Outdoor110th st and broadway, New York, NY 10025
Boutique Cafe Catering 15-50 people $350-$1200. 100+ GUESTS - GET A CUSTOM QUOTE. Service areas: NEW YORK, NEW JERSEY, CONNECTICUT, PENNSYLVANIA. Phone: 914-817-3779
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Coffee Malem
5.00Indoor/OutdoorW 116th St, New York, NY 10027
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Variety Coffee
5.02 reviewsIndoor/Outdoor2920 Broadway #2E, New York, NY 10027
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Qahwah House - Broadway
Qahwah House - Broadway is a cafe in Morningside Heights described by visitors as a cafe, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.
4.8505 reviewsIndoor/Outdoor2869 Broadway, New York, NY 10025
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Hex & Company
Providing tabletop fun, food, and drink to NYC! Three locations in Manhattan!
4.7867 reviews$$Indoor/Outdoor2911 Broadway, New York, NY 10025
Hex&Co. Union Square will open at 1:30pm to the public on Monday 1/26 due to inclement weather. All evening events will be held as normal.
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Kuro Kuma
Kuro Kuma is a cafe in Morningside Heights described by visitors as a cafe, french. Based on 10 reviews.
4.7310 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor121 La Salle St, New York, NY 10027
Arrive early in the day for fresh pastries from Balthazar Bakery, and sit at the benches outside with a view of Sakura Park which is nearby.
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Everett Library Cafe
Blue Java Everett offers a range of espresso beverages, coffee, tea, pastries, soup, and grab-and-go items.
4.70Indoor/Outdoor525 W 120th St, New York, NY 10027
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I Like It Black
4.60Indoor/Outdoor409 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027
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Plowshares Coffee Roasters
We are fortunate to have a space that comfortably lends itself to live performance and supports this mission along with immense talent living within walking distance of our shop. The acoustics are amazing, and we are excited to put our 100 yr old Kurtzman Piano and newly acquired Gretsch drum set to regular use by some of our neighborhoods finest musicians.
4.50Indoor/Outdoor1351 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10027
Sunday Sessions at Plowshares Harlem: regular jazz music every Sunday from 2:00-4:30 in jam session format with rotating Trio roster. Free Bread: monthly music event the first Friday of every month at 7pm hosted by the band Granite Garden.
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Nous Espresso
Nous Espresso is a cafe in Morningside Heights described by visitors as a cafe, japanese and deli sandwich, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
4.378 reviewsIndoor/OutdoorPhilosophy Hall, 1150 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10027
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Cafe Wallabout
Cafe Wallabout is a gathering nexus for the community to share ideas over handcraft foods produced by some of the city's finest makers and artisan. Our salads, sandwiches and other offerings are diligently sourced and ready at your convenience.
4.33 reviewsIndoor/OutdoorAvery Hall, 1172 Amsterdam Ave 100 level, New York, NY 10027
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Joe Coffee Company: Dodge Hall
Joe is more than coffee. Each cafe reflects its neighborhood, celebrating diversity and creating a place where everyone feels welcome.
4.20Indoor/Outdoor2960 Broadway, New York, NY 10027
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Joe Coffee Company: Northwest Corner
Joe Coffee Company: Northwest Corner is a cafe in Morningside Heights described by visitors as a cafe, upscale. Based on 10 reviews.
4.1319 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor550 W 120th St, New York, NY 10027
Located on the second floor with limited exterior signage, making it easy to miss. The cafe requires proper access to the building.
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Culture Tea Bar
Culture Tea Bar is a cafe in Morningside Heights described by visitors as a cafe, deli sandwich. Based on 10 reviews.
4.193 reviewsIndoor/Outdoor3111 Broadway, New York, NY 10027
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Blue Java Café
4.00Indoor/OutdoorButler Library Ground Floor (2nd Floor, 535 W 114th St, New York, NY 10027
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Niko Coffee + more
Niko Coffee + more is a cafe in Morningside Heights described by visitors as a cafe, deli sandwich. Based on 10 reviews.
4.062 reviewsIndoor/Outdoor1090 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025
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Cafe East
4.00Indoor/Outdoor2920 Broadway, New York, NY 10027
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Blue Bottle Coffee
Blue Bottle Coffee is a cafe in Morningside Heights described by visitors as a cafe, relaxed atmosphere, upscale. Based on 10 reviews.
4.0222 reviews$$Indoor2901 Broadway, New York, NY 10025
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Oren’s Coffee
Oren’s Coffee is a cafe in Morningside Heights described by visitors as a cafe, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.
3.9151 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor2882 Broadway, New York, NY 10025
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Joe Coffee Company: Pulitzer
Joe Coffee Company: Pulitzer is a cafe in Morningside Heights described by visitors as a cafe, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.
3.615 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor2950 Broadway, New York, NY 10027
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Dunkin'
Dunkin' is a cafe in Morningside Heights described by visitors as a cafe, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.
3.141 reviews$Indoor1235 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10027
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Blue Java Café - Uris
1.00Indoor/OutdoorUris Hall, 3022 Broadway, New York, NY 10027
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Blue Java Coffee Bar - Butler Library
0535 West 114 Street
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Oren's Daily Roast
02882 Broadway
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Joe Coffee Company
02950 Broadway
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Sipsteria
01264 Amsterdam Avenue
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Columbia Dining Uris Blue Java
03022 Broadway
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Joe Coffee
02960 Broadway
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Barnard College - Milstein Center Peets Coffee
03009 Broadway
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212 Café and Lounge
0Indoor/Outdoor2920 Broadway Ground Floor 2E, New York, NY 10027
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Lenfest Café
0Indoor/OutdoorJerome L. Greene Hall, 2nd Floor, 435 W 116th St, New York, NY 10027
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Blue Java at Everett Library Café
0Indoor/OutdoorRussell Hall, 525 W 120th St, New York, NY 10027
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Barnard College - Liz's Place
03009 Broadway
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Red Rock Tea House
Oolong Tea & Black & Herbal & Scented Tea shop
0Indoor/Outdoor80 La Salle St #8c, New York, NY 10027
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Qahwah House
02869 Broadway
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Nous Espresso Bar
01150 Amsterdam Avenue
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Lenfest Cafe - Jerome Green Hall
0435 West 116 Street
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Everett Cafe (Teacher's College)
0501 West 121 Street
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Blue Java Café - Mudd Hall
0Indoor/Outdoor500 W 120th St 1st Floor, New York, NY 10027
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Kuro Kuma Espresso & Coffee
0121 Lasalle Street

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