Good coffee, and conversational staff. Great vibes

The coffee is what you’d expect at any small New York coffee shop. The prices are outrageous though. This iced latte was $6.53, I have never been charged that much for a cup of coffee in my life. It’s disgusting expensive for no reason. The coffee is really not worth that much. The woman behind me asked for iced coffee and they told her that they were out of that, kind of weird to be out of iced coffee at 2:00 in the afternoon when all they sell is coffee. Overall i’d go somewhere else. I reached out to them via Instagram to no avail, probably because they have no rebuttal to my claims. They shouldn’t expect people to pay their rent for them and for them to have the audacity to ask for a tip on top of that is laughable.

Excellent latte with beautiful latte art. The place is tiny with 2 tables. It also has little outside area. They take cups app. The barista was skilled and friendly.

Great atmosphere, and the right place to have the delicious coffees. Excellent service, very polite and attentive with the costumers. And great place to take a beautiful pictures:DI will definitely come back to have another cup of coffee:)

Cute, small space with good drink choices for both coffee and non-coffee drinkers! I like coming here on weekdays when it’s not as crowded so I can sit around for a bit. There is a also a great rewards system that gives a free drink after purchase of six drinks.

Delicious rich and smooth expresso, and friendly owner.

Not the best coffee I’ve had. But not bad. The prices are what kill me more or less. $7 for a Mocha and they don’t even fill the drinks up all the way.

Best turmeric latte Ive ever had. But four stars because there is no outdoor table or seats and the staff was rude.

Went for a quick cup of joe, but they didn’t even have coffee (a coffee shop without coffee 🤷). Had to pay extra for a flat white which was ok. Also bought a cookie that was small, overpriced, and mediocre. Should’ve just went somewhere else when they said we don’t have any coffee.

Very Australian. Very good.I got flat white @ $4 and it was somewhat sour. And that’s what I was expected, so I loved it. The size is a little bit small, as you can see in photo but it was totally fine for me.

Very good drinks (coffee and excellent hot chocolate) but unfortunately we’re rarely met with friendly and welcoming staff even though we’re regulars.

Great coffee! Love the white interior

Nice little cafe serving great coffee and pastries. They do beautiful latte art. I had a tumeric latte and a pain au Chocolat and they were both very good. We served quickly and the staff was friendly. Great chilled out atmosphere.

Big cold brew fan, theirs is excellent. Bold and chocolatey, low bitterness.They let me sample a cortado, again slightly more bold. They dose 22g above the usual 17g that most cafés will put in.Kind, friendly staff. Tom made us a good almond cap.Coming back for sure.

A haiku:Dry blueberry scone.Line of models out the door.A Good, hot coffee.

Small space, but comfy during off hours. Good service. I got a flat white - it was good, but nothing standout. They get their pastries from Colsons.

Easily one of the best coffees I’ve ever had in NYC. The barista, Liam, is incredibly knowledgeable in his craft. He made me the best double espresso I’ve ever had. A definite must-have 👌🏻

Dope vibes here. Always great coffee and a real personal touch. Plus they got matcha lattes!

Tiny space packed with laptop hobos, serving good coffee.

Loved this place. Good matcha and you can see them make it in front of you. They have goo cappuccino as well. The donuts there are colorful and cute. Not too far from subway station.

My go to is an iced vanilla latte, which they don’t serve...but wait. They have a maple latte made with maple syrup from Roxbury Mountain. And it’s amazing!!

Small venue, serving tasty drinks. We had a flat white and a tumeric latte. The coffee was nice and strong, and the tumeric latte had a very nice and tangy flavour. Theres a small selection of snacks and pastries to choose from, but there is nothing too tempting.Its a relaxing environment, with nice decorations and music. From listening to the staff talk to other customers, you can tell hes really passionate about coffee.

Fantastic coffee, really cute place. Loved the omega bar.

Espresso shot was between okay and good

A lovely slice of home whilst abroad, complete with beams from one of the best roasters in Australia

Great coffee options but wow... The staff could do with a bit of enthusiasm.

It’s really good to taste. And the staff was so nice to child.

Staff are miserable but the Coffee is great.

Saltwater is a true gem in new york for coffee and drink lovers alike!Located in the heart of the east village, their coffee is bold and well balanced, roasted and shipped fresh from Sydney. It is a small shop with some seating ( for those who want to use the free wifi and stop for quick bite) and the space is inviting and designed with a tasteful minimalist design aesthetic. There is a genuine and community feel to this shop and you are always met with warm and friendly staff.We were lucky to enough visit a couple of times and have tried their cortado and matcha latte which were both delicious! On a hot sunny day, their signature cold brew and their home made lemonades really hit the spot. We will definitely visit again the next time we are in town.

Their coffee cups are plain white with no branding. So you can take them outside without becoming another walking advertisement, tricked into tricking others into drinking one particular shops coffee. Instead of staring at every subway ad and window promotion and clothing label and corporate logo and litter packaging and hood ornament you can fixate on your coffee cup and enjoy your thoughts as you walk as far as possible from this awful city

Probably my favorite coffee in the city, definitely in the east village. Super consistent, extremely friendly, bright design and now they have goodies for Supermoon bakery. 5 stars.

Good cold brew. Small shop. Great spot for the beans.

Great new spot for coffee, tea, and small bites in the East Village! Super friendly staff. Very nice interior, clean, modern, Scandinavian vibes with whites, light woods, marble, and pops of color. Great variety of drink options, awesome coffee, but plenty of tea and other options, as well. They have a turmeric latte with oat milk and definitely check out the specialty lemonades! I really enjoyed the strawberry basil option. Theres some table and window seating if you want to stop in for a bit, but also quick service if youre just taking to go. A welcome addition to the neighborhood. Will definitely be going back!

A local coffee shop in the East village and one of my favorites. This is a place I would go out of my way to grab a well made flat white.I have only ever order flat whites, but every time the espresso is rich and the milk frothing is too die for. I have never had a bad cup of espresso from this establishment. Sometimes I get a croissant and they are good but pretty standard.As for the price, it is around average for the area about five dollars a drink.

A Perfect flat white, thanks!

We stumbled upon Saltwater Coffee while strolling through East Village and were amazed to find great Aussie coffee. Best Flat White I had whilst in New York, and I went back for their uniquely Aussie Milo Mocha - Milo and Coffee - winner! The owners Sid and Lee are extremely friendly and have set up a slice of Australia in the neighbourhood - complete with sun-filled seating. Also try their Turmeric Latte; uniquely warming with small hints of spices - yum!

Saltwater Coffee was amazing. Super tiny & hard to get to if your just passing through but was probably best coffee of my life. A must visit for anyone in coffee

Highly recommend. Cold brew is top notch and barista was super friendly.

Finally tried this place out and the coffee lived up to all my expectations. My cortado was perfectly balanced - rich espresso and velvety milk. Definitely will be back. Down side - there isn’t a ton of seating and it’s pretty busy on the weekends but worth it!

Australian coffee really is better!Starbucks can barely stay afloat in Australia because the culture is too well-educated about coffee to accept a bitter coffee.I spent a couple weeks in Sydney and tried coffee all over the city from fancy hotels to little hole-in-the-wall take away spots and every single coffee was superior to most coffees in the US.Never bitter. Always delicious. Flat whites were invented Down Under so what more do you need to know?Saltwater serves amazing flat whites and their cold brew is smooth and delicious and never bitter.But dont believe me if you think you know better. Go to Saltwater (or Australia) and have a real coffee (no drip coffees) real coffees based on a perfectly pulled espresso.

Great coffee.

Thanks for the perfect cortado guys.

Expensive but great coffee and friendly

Such a great gem in east village! Their chai latte was one of the best I have had. I had it with oat milk and was simply amazing. Will be back to try the one with charcoal vanilla. Looked interesting. I had a dark chocolate donut too which was not too sweet and I liked it that way.

Was in NYC on vacation recently and stopped by here while walking through the East Village. As an Aussie I love a good coffee and man did this place deliver.Their coffee is easily some of the best by Australian standards. I just wish I could get some of this over on the west coast.Although the place is quite small, it comes across as very vibrant and still maintains a local feel. Unfortunately no bathrooms.Will definitely be coming back next time Im in town.

Absolutely love this place. The coffee is outstanding and staff are super friendly. Visited several times on my most recent stay in NYC, had flat whites and the maple latte. Flat whites were consistently excellent whilst being made by different staff and the maple latte was subtly sweet and understated. Would have loved to have tried many of their other creations but couldn’t steer myself away from those flat whites! The only downside is that any other coffee now tastes rubbish in comparison. Definitely visit if you’re in the area, or even if you aren’t.

Probably one of the best coffee shops in the area! Such good coffee and good peaceful vibe!

Great coffee. Nice person at the counter

Awesome shop in nyc !

Great great greatThe staff is so nice and friendlyGot the oat milk maple latteBest latte I’ve ever had

Above all, I thought the service was great. The staff were friendly and I was greeted with a smile. I was also impressed by the variety of cool and hip drink choices that they offered - definitely will be visiting again soon!

Love me some Saltwater!! Such a wonderful neighborhood coffee shop thats owned and operated by an Aussie family from Sydney. The coffee tastes amazing, their beans are specially roasted for them. For non coffee drinkers they make a delicious Matcha Latte and their Turmeric Latte is out of this world!!Above all, the owners and staff are amazing people - so warm, welcoming and they make it really difficult for you to walk by without stopping in for your daily dose of Saltwater:)

Such a lovely coffee shop. Friendly staff that go that extra mile to make you something special. I had the vanilla chai charcoal latte, it was delicious. Felt relaxed having in sat down and not at all rushed. Great atmosphere. Will be going back!

Amazing coffee had the white flat it hit the spot. Not to heavy just smooth. Wanted more.

Solid coffee is hard to find, especially in the East Village. Saltwater is a gem in this part of town. I no longer have to rub elbows with the homeless at Starbucks or The Bean. They make a stunning latte!! La Colombe has competition now b/c these Aussies are no joke.Pro Tip: Throw a bit of Milo into your latte or flat white to brighten up your day.

Excellent coffee! And as a vegan I appreciated the non-dairy milk options. I discovered oat milk, which is now my favorite and the BEST non-dairy milk for coffee without a doubt!!!! Great service and friendly baristas!

Outstanding coffee in an area with little coffee competition, at least of this caliber. Beat flat white since I was in Australia. Small space but I got a seat at the teeny counter at the window.If you need a fix and are within 15min walk, come.

Excellent customer service. Had to wait a few minutes for fresh coffee and the nice lady gave us free coffee while waiting.

Good coffee; the space is quite small. But, it has a good and quiet atmosphere to chat with a friend or work on something.

Was visiting New York for a couple of days and needed a good cup of joe. Glad I found this really pretty store that serves amazing coffee! Probably my fave in the city. 👌🏾

Great vibe and even better coffee in East Village. Cool owners and welcoming staff. I will definitely be back again for the tasty Milo espressos and the best flat whites in NY.

Coffee is good, but attitude is bad 😣😣😣

Found my new local coffee joint - bright, clean and great service! I recommend everyone try the turmeric latte with the oat milk, its amazing and full of flavor. This place is just what the East Village needs!

What a great find! It was so good to have excellent coffee in New York and the staff and cafe were really cool. We went here each day to get our fix! Would highly recommend this place.

A small cozy spot, best for take away or an off-peak sitdown. The coffee and staff are perfection.

Cozy, bright, and super cute. The cortado was a perfect balance of smooth and rich. And it was really pretty!!

Great coffee and viebs. No chair has back support though.

Great little spot thats opened up in the East Village. Their coffee is full of flavor, unlike so many other coffee shops in the city which use poor quality beans. I tried their iced latte which perfectly balanced the espresso/milk ratio. Space is cosy and bright. And they have WiFi. Will be making this my regular stop on my morning commute.

What a great little find! Coffee tastes as good as it does back home in Aus plus they have Tim Tam slams! Ill be coming back here for sure.

We love to meet up here at least once a week its just a nice little comfy spot to get together.

A very cute little coffee shop in a super fun area! Staff were super kind and friendly. Will definitely stop in again when Im back in New York.

I was in NYC for a few days and went coffee mad trying different places in Manhattan and Brooklyn.... and this place, my word, this friendly little place served me one of the best Cortados in my life. I ended up going back two more times…

Very nice space but pretty tight. More of a to-go place just because the space is so small. I saw some people doing work, but overall not great for working too long just because its so small! Can fit about 2-3 groups of two. Friendly staff. The iced matcha latte was unsweetened (which I like) but tasted a bit weak -- not enough matcha for the amount of milk used.

Coffee was superb and atmosphere very relaxing. Perfect start of the day!

We ordered a latte and small coffee. The coffee was not very good, but the latte was above-average. The space is extremely small, comfortably fitting maybe 6 people.At the time we went, the owners were seemingly catching up with acquaintances and telling stories about their weekends, which made our transaction a bit awkward. The space was so small, we couldnt tell when the barista was talking to us or to his friends, causing some confusion when our drinks were ready. Other than that, seems like a fine little shop. I believe there are better coffee shops around, but this one is just fine.

Fantastic coffee! The owners and staff are super friendly. Nice to have a great coffee shop in the neighborhood.

Truly different than any other coffee shop in NYC. I ordered an iced turmeric latte with oat milk and it was the most refreshing and feel good beverage Ive ever had. They have a great selection of tasty snacks and Jenny, the barista, was knowledgable and very nice! Saltwater decor and vibe is just so stylishly relaxed- Its a must go-to!

Great place to grab a coffee and chill with friends. The Milo Mocha is good and brings back so many memories!

So good! Cute little spot on a quiet street. Great coffee (they have oat milk!!) and friendly barista :)

Delicious coffee, fast service. Small place, but cute. They have a paper loyalty card.

Hi Lee. Visiting NYC from Melbourne we were excited to find your cafe a few streets from us. We’d been getting coffees the last few days and yesterday got a ‘large’ flat white for which your barista charged me extra for and advised I’d need an extra shot so it would be strong enough. It was perfect.Tried to get that this morning and your guys flatly refused and were quite rude about it, telling me he doesn’t really care what the other baristas were prepared to do previously as there is “only one size”.Maybe not a big deal if your staff were at least pleasant about it.

Saltwater Coffee is a great little cafe in the East Village serving up Australian style coffee. If youre having trouble deciding what to get, grab yourself a flat white (it isnt a latte or a cappucino...its about the microfoam...Google it) and a pastry and youre good to go. The staff here is helpful and friendly too.

Great new cafe! The owners are super friendly and the turmeric latte is delicious - unlike anything Ive tasted before!

Great place for a coffee. The Tim Tam and flat white combo is highly recommended!! Very friendly staff.

Had high expectations after reading reviews... MY OAT ICED LATTE TASTES REALLY REALLY WEIRD! No creamy oat milk feel (not sure if they used oatly barista edition) and the coffee is just off... Not gonna come back again.

Saltwater NYC pros: bold yet sapid fresh brewed coffee made expeditiously. Clean, elegant interiors and a relaxed vibe. Expect a sunny Australian welcome from the affable staff when you walk in. No pretentiousness here.Saltwater NYC cons: theres only one of them!

Bright airy spaceCozy, 8 seats and a bench (no table) for 4 moreLow key, some chill musicFlat white is goodThey have a drink punchcard loyalty system too.

Being an Australian I enjoy good coffee and this was one of the best I have had in New York! Especially enjoyed the Mile latte

Amazing coffee spot in the EV! Best flat white youll have and definitely ask for the Tim Tam Slam!

Great coffee and good pastry selection! Bright little cafe

Had a flat white, choc croissant, Arnold palmer and strawberry lemonade. Great location, friendly staff and tasty refreshing beverages.

Delicious coffee, reasonable prices and super friendly and nice staff. Highly recommend!

Very well crafted coffee. I do think its nonsensical to import roasted coffee beans from Australia, but the coffee is good and its not especially overpriced.

Coffees are decent and fare well to Sydneys (Im from Australia) however Saltwater struggles to keep them at prices that would make me a return customer. Atmosphere is aesthetic and a nice vibe.

Great coffee with a homey welcoming vibe. They serve oat milk. 👌

Great little coffee shop. Love the mint lemonade.

Great tasting coffee and really friendly service. Havent had such good coffee since leaving Sydney 2 years ago!

Saltwater is a cute little cafe with nice interior design and delicious coffee beverages.

Great Australian coffee served with a smile ! The Matcha Latte and Turmeric latte are really interesting options. The decor is stylish and bright - just the place for a great solid coffee!!

My new fave coffee spot in NYC. Cool vibes and hot/friendly aussie owners. Best flat white I have had in NYC and I love the milo and milk!!