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Think Coffee
248 Mercer St, New York, NY 10012, United States
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RY
Review №1

Cozy spot for a morning coffee and plenty of seating for relaxing and studying

Em
Review №2

Great Vibes!! Amazing Coffee and Costumer Service!!

Si
Review №3

Nice spot with plenty of space for working, power taps for laptops, good wifi, excellent coffee and good pastries.One or two of the staff had a little attitude but I ignored it.Still, one of my favorite early morning spots in the city.

Ju
Review №4

The casher needed to get trained more and restroom was not clean as always.Coffee and scones were good though.

St
Review №5

Great ambiance with large space, recommended!The large coffee is about 4.75, not expensive.A good choice in lower east side.

Ti
Review №6

Came for egg and cheese on a sesame bagel. This is NYC we’re supposed to be known for our bagels… this was like unsalted bread with an egg that also had no salt or pepper and barely any cheddar. There are sooo many better places to get breakfast at than from this place. The place itself is cute at least. I didn’t try their coffee so maybe that’s their saving grace. Will not go again

Ma
Review №7

Great spot! Prices are pretty good and the food is well prepared. I really like their quiche and their oat milk lattes

Sa
Review №8

This coffee shop is very special to me. Its such a cozy place to meet friends and family to have some drinks and delicious treats. Love this place so much. Its not a very big establishment but they have several different seating spots. A nice quiet place with a calm and warm vibe. I highly recommend this coffee shop to everyone.

Da
Review №9

Great coffee shop near NYU. Student discount is nice and they are way, WAY faster than Starbucks between classes.

Et
Review №10

I got a coffee here in the morning. The coffee was wonderful! I had a cold braw, and it didnt really deceive me. I could personify and satisfy the results. The sandwiches were fantastic. You can also conduct workshops and even buy your beans to take home. This place I emphatically recommend!

Va
Review №11

There is a lot of space to work from, and charge your laptop too. Also like it that they are open for long! Had the cold brew which was good.

No
Review №12

A solid coffee shop with Australian-style coffee (think, long black, flat white,etc)One of the few coffee shops thats on the river, which is a huge plus. Will be back again!

Ne
Review №13

Cool place with a large space, which makes the task of finding a free table super easy. Many people come here to work on their computers and it still feels very airy, quite and welcoming. But the sitting area inside is very dark and the coffee got a score of 8 out of 10 from my friends.

ni
Review №14

Mostly a college crowd, but this is one of my favorite places to work in the city. Power is limited and iced coffee is strong.

Li
Review №15

We just got coffee & fruit Salad...Everything was great & fresh!

Il
Review №16

The location, coffee and facilities were enjoyable, but the internet was impossible to use. I was expecting to be able to work there and connecting was just a headache, when I asked for help the barista said “that’s the password, if you can’t get in I can’t help you” which left me with a very bitter taste... if you’re a travel nomad first try their WiFi and buy after.

Ja
Review №17

Cool spot with an enormous space, which makes the errand of finding a free table very simple. Love the assorted variety and uniqueness of cakes and different nourishment. Dependably great espresso and cakes, incredible space to sit and peruse or work. Simply astounding.

Ta
Review №18

It was pleasant and you can work there with a laptop. Free wifi and friendly staff. A bit noisy though.

Cu
Review №19

I never review places on google, but this place deserves a 5 star rating. Unlike some other places, there is no time limit or wifi restrictions and there is SO much seating! But note that during peak hours (10-12) seating is sparse. The baristas are hella friendly and warm and the coffee is great. Obviously expect NYC pricing aka $6 large latte, but it’s worth it if you’re here to do work. Lots of students and a great vibe all around.

Ye
Review №20

The location is decent, but the restroom is just too filthy every single time. And sometimes, the coffee tastes burnt.

Ep
Review №21

The Spanish Latte is the drink to get if you’re ever at Think Coffee. So soothing, so perfect. The barista was friendly and made a few jokes while prepping, which relaxed me a bit.... a sign that he’s confident and knows what he’s doing. The perfect mix, the perfect fix.

Da
Review №22

Nice place for coffee and a snack. Plenty of room to chill inside. Great location

Ch
Review №23

Crowded with students but nice coffee and charming decor

No
Review №24

Came here to work, came back for the chill atmosphere and deliciously addictive Spanish latte. Good place for students (or anyone, really) to come do some work. Lots of seating is a plus!

Gl
Review №25

Quick break, iced coffee! (Bathroom too!)

Hu
Review №26

Fresh brew coffee, I got no complain. Service is fast.

Br
Review №27

This coffee shop is the best one which I support and love, it is an ideal place for an after-meal (lunch or dinner) talk over coffee cakes or pastries. I really like this place so much! Must try!

Ma
Review №28

Great tasting food, excellent service, & got our food within 5 minutes!! It is well worth the wait!

Mi
Review №29

Excellent location! The food was GREAT. The best breakfast and coffee weve had at Lenox Hill so far (and the key lime pie...yyyyuuummyyy!!!!) The manager John was incredibly nice with us! Fair price for great food. Definitely recommend it!

De
Review №30

Its good for studying - I think $3.75 is a bit too much for 8 oz of hot chocolate though

Ke
Review №31

This coffee shop is very special to me.

Ca
Review №32

This Think’s coffee used to be better with the original baristas. The new ones that they’ve hired are pretty bad. The small cappuccino and the medium “latte” I ordered today were terrible (photos below). Both of them were very haphazardly poured, milk was way too hot, and didn’t taste good at all. The barista with short straight blonde hair to her shoulders that wears a cap backwards sometimes is really bad.The pastries are overpriced; donuts are from Dough and they mark them up by $1.25 I think, and are stale by the time they get sold. Just go to Dough for their fresh doughnuts for $3 each instead.The space is large though, with lots of seats, which I would recommend for small get togethers and short studying periods.

Ca
Review №33

Fresh and healthy options. I had the almond milk latte and avocado toast, each delicious.

Le
Review №34

Nice place to chill for a bit with some good coffee. I always get the Spanish latte when I go. Also has two restrooms in the cafe.

Ch
Review №35

Plenty of seating, free WiFi with password, quick service, great tea selection and pastry/sandwich/soup options. Gets pretty crowded with NYU students at times and can be pretty loud / buzzy, but good for light work or friend catch-ups.

Sc
Review №36

They say it is impossible to combine all these 3 qualities: the best speed, high quality and low price. But this cafe did it! Recommend!!!

Vi
Review №37

The staff is super competent, the atmosphere is super cozy and the espresso is super strong. This place is super on all counts. Prices are similar to Starbucks.

Ar
Review №38

Loved the atmosphere. And the grilled cheese was an excellent snack for the day :)

Ar
Review №39

Great ambiance, NYU crowd and locals, plenty of seats, decent soup, slightly expensive but good stuff.

li
Review №40

Really good coffee in east village!

Re
Review №41

Really cute coffee shop. Very friendly, great selection, and good prices for SF. I got a maté, and it was so flavorful and comforting. Also a big energy boost if youre feeling sleepy! Their food also looked really good, but I already ate lunch so I didnt try any. Ill definitely come back though!

Ky
Review №42

If it’s a Think Coffee with free wifi and two restrooms, and a lot of seatings—although most of them are usually occupied—what other coffee shop near the area can possibly beat this one? It’s just impeccable.

Di
Review №43

Incredibly good coffee (had a cortado), very friendly and efficient people.

Ta
Review №44

I love the ambience of Think Coffee, splendid coffee selections and delicious food too.

Ma
Review №45

Plenty of space and pretty good coffee. A huge plus - they are open late which is not the case for most coffee shops

Mi
Review №46

Its a cute shop and Think Coffee is often good. But I do not recommend this shop near Washington Square. I understand people are not machines so they can be indifferent when tired. The depressing point is, however, coffee they made today tasted so disturbing that I had no way but to drop my cup immediately, after the first sip. 5 dollars are certainly not a deal. What’s the meaning of walking in the freezing Feb wind for 10 minutes and felt disgusted by your coffee?Won’t come back for sure.

El
Review №47

Great coffee, plus the staff was super nice and I didn’t have to wait a long time. The cafe itself is very large so great to study if you’re by yourself or with one friend. However, it is very popular so my party of 6 and I could not get any seats but we walked to union square park after.

Re
Review №48

When we visit NYC this will be top of our list! The service was great and efficient and we couldnt have asked for more!

Ja
Review №49

Based and coffeepilled

De
Review №50

I was working for a long time really close to this coffee place and I was getting my morning coffee with a bagel from them. They have always been really friendly and the atmosphere in the this place is amazing. Early in the morning there are a lot of people but the line is fast so dont worry you wont wait for a long time.

Ro
Review №51

This small coffee shop is a nice spot for hanging out with friends. There are only a few tables and all of them are pretty tiny, so I wouldnt recommend bringing a laptop to work here. The area I was sitting at did not have any power outlets either.

He
Review №52

Love their staffs and cozy interior.Only thing i hope is that they lower the speaker volume after certain time in the afternoon for people studying.Else than that, the place is highly recommended for students and even for casual tea-time. Because the coffee is quite good here.

Gl
Review №53

This is one of my favorite coffee spot in the area. The folk here are splendid and the service here is really outstanding. If youre in the area, try to check them out.

Ke
Review №54

This a place is a must for me early in the morning on my way to work. Love how the atmosphere and how their coffee just gets my day started. And the staff are terrific too.

Pi
Review №55

Based on a cup of basic coffee purchased twice in one day, Ill rate this as 5 stars. A 16 oz. batch brew is $2.50, an absolute bargain for the quality. Though each cup was a couple of hours apart, there was no drop in quality. Most coffee shops do pour over when ordered (my preference) so I was apprehensive. Unfounded. Very good. Will definitely be back whenever!

Is
Review №56

Very cool atmosphere. The art on the chalkboard, the smell of the coffee, the quiet but energetic staff...all in all, an amazing place to come chill and do some homework or catch up on some work. Prices are really good too compared to major brand coffee places

Eb
Review №57

Its a nice coffee & tea shop with great & honest servers. Is the server new and unsure, hell let you know and work on finding a drink youll like. Unsure about your drink choices, theyll walk through it with you. Want to host a small gathering, feel free to ask the staff for details how. Its a great space for many things and feels like a great community space or just somewhere relaxing to meet.

La
Review №58

Love this place, the atmosphere is so cozy and the people working in this spot are making this place so special. You gonna find really friendly staff who is going to help you out with your order. Even if there is a line don`t woory because everyone is working really fast so you won`t wait at all.

Je
Review №59

Great casual vibe work-study space. On weekdays, you probably wont be a able to find any space to sit down and enjoy your coffee, and if youre looking for a quiet place to finish your work, this place might not be the best option. Yet, if you dont mind the white noise, this place could be great with its dim lighting and a little bit of classic bar vibe.

Ge
Review №60

The chais could be spicier, the lattes stronger, the oat milk maybe a bit cheaper... But Ill still come here for the rest of my life. Ill probably die at Think.

Je
Review №61

Super cute and quaint. Classic coffee offerings. Definitely a lovely afternoon spot for whatever type of caffeinated jolt you may be craving. Plenty of outlets!

Ch
Review №62

Excellent service and very friendly staff.super coffee and very reasonably priced... this is the best little coffee shop in New York and we will definitely be back ! HIGHLY recommended !

Mi
Review №63

I got an amazing (a little pricey) mocha oat milk latte from here. And I love the cafe and work vibes. It just gets a bit crowded with college students and because its so awesome.

Ly
Review №64

One of my go-to coffee places. Love it here. The food is surprisingly good too!

Lo
Review №65

Superb coffee i ever had at this place. The space was beautiful and crowdy. staff was fine. and their service is quite fast. the menu was also good.

Ma
Review №66

We ordered two hot chocolates, a small and a medium, as well as a chocolate croissant and an almond one. The person who took our order was very courteous and perfectly warmed up our treats. The hot chocolate was not as sweet as I expected but it was still tasty and a great size for the price.

Wi
Review №67

This medium-sized shop has good coffee - although overpriced -, friendly staff, and a fair number of seats and tables. My one complaint is the coffee shop was very loud (on a Sunday afternoon) with distracting music and the tables are close together so you will hear your neighbors conversation. All in all, not a bad place to enjoy a cup of coffee.

Ty
Review №68

Extremely spacious for a NYC coffee shop. positive and energetic vibe. good coffee, good vegan options. its one of the few places in the city i can get serious writing done.

Li
Review №69

Very cute and cozy small little place! I got the avocado kimchi toast and the chicken pesto. Both were delicious abs reasonably priced.

Ba
Review №70

Great coffee cafe. Price of everything is reasonable. and environment was good and ever thing was upto marks best place to visit.

Ni
Review №71

I love the vibe of this cafe. Its always full and bustling with people working. It even hosts regular events and has cool little pamphlets and newspapers you can take. No other cafe Ive been to in NYC feels as integrated into the community as this place.

Do
Review №72

Cool vibe, nice and quiet staffs, free WiFi.We ordered piko, jujube tea and mint.The only thing is they serve with paper cups.Id like my tea in mugBut I will definitely come back!

Je
Review №73

Cozy coffee spot close to the NYU campus

Sa
Review №74

I absolutely agree with it being a great coffee shop office. Youll be hard pressed to find someone inside without a laptop or a book. The seating space is HUGE, much larger than most coffee shops, and they also have an extensive menu.Prices are pretty affordable, which is another reason it draws large numbers from the nearby NYU. Definitely a great place to work from.

A.
Review №75

Great setting. Not too loud. Quick service, food coffee and bites.

ta
Review №76

Really liked this spot on my first visit and had to go back! Mainly for that banana walnut bread ooh wee its so good. The second time I asked for it warm good either way. The carrot muffin was moist and tasty. So far everything tasted fresh. Was Curious about the Spanish latte was told it has a bit of sweet condensed milk just wish it was a bit more because i couldnt tell the difference from a regular latte, dont get me wrong it tasted very good but I just thought I would be able to taste a difference. O well still a thumbs up ... ill be back .. o yea the place is huge ample seating including sofas seems like u could sit there for hours and feel welcomed

Dm
Review №77

Good coffee, slow internet.

ma
Review №78

Really nice coffee and the people working there is great! They dont have enough outlets for all the customers who want to use their laptops.

Ga
Review №79

A very decent alternative to Starbucks. Reliably good coffee and pastries, great space to sit and read or work. Not amazing, but decent.

Ye
Review №80

Good. Perfect latte!!!

Ph
Review №81

Ive never really understood why New Yorkers love sitting in coffee shops with their MacBooks for hours and hours all weekend. And this coffee shop is no exception, but at least its big enough to still have a few empty tables when you want a coffee and snack. Staff is decidedly hipster, but still friendly and cheerful enough if you make an the effort.

Ma
Review №82

Initially I thought, typical chain, will have mediocre everything, but the croissant (specifically the almond croissant) was better than the best Ive ever eaten anywhere (sorry France!), Not overly sweet, lots of beautiful almond paste and the pastry itself was the perfect quantity of crusty/crunchy exterior, soft, buttery middle and, the almond centre... I could eat these daily -forever! Definite repeat required!

Ri
Review №83

Awesome place. Good working environment. Knowledgeable, courteous, and professional staff. Love the diversity and uniqueness of pastries and other foods.

GO
Review №84

Awesome coffee, great location.Only drawback - Dont go around 30 minutes before closing if wifi is important to you. They shut down wifi, lock the restrooms etc.

Ma
Review №85

Favorite study spot! I love coming here the coffee is great and the staff is friendly and warm. Plus, it’s always nice to have the option to switch to wine after a long study session.

Br
Review №86

Fun atmosphere, but they Closed over an hour early and wouldn’t make anything aside from drip coffee for an hour prior to close because the bar had been cleaned...

El
Review №87

Great coffee and staff✌️

Ke
Review №88

A certified New York City Cool site. If you were uncool before you got there, youd certainly be cooler just for stopping by! Finer places exist for pastries but the coffee and food is pure comfort and the vibe is pure Village!

Ma
Review №89

Socially conscious cafe with a mission geared towards quality products and community development.

Li
Review №90

Convenience place, but too crowded and no price on the menu board.

Ma
Review №91

Perfect little spot to work or study, or just have a coffee with a friend. They also have wine and beer, sandwiches, snacks, and WiFi! I had a vanilla latte and it was perfect. Can’t complain about anything.

Mi
Review №92

This is one of my favorite coffee shops. It has a darker vibe, great taste in music, good coffee, and a decent selection of food. They have a large amount of seating, which means you can usually find a spot.The only downside is that the wifi is a bit spotty here.

St
Review №93

Its like a college coffee cafeteria. Everybody is on their phone or laptop. Students everywhere.The place has very little in the way of charm.Ive been there once now.Thats enough for me.

Yi
Review №94

Great coffee and nice and spacious seating area. Nice ambience, and love the recycling and composting. Would have given 5 stars except for the rude service, where they couldnt serve anything off the menu, and instead of just saying that, accused me of being difficult instead. And all I asked for was toast.

As
Review №95

Spent the morning at Think to study — had a chai latte and banana muffin, and both were delicious! Coming at around 10 am, there were plenty of places to sit. I really enjoyed the study atmosphere. The ambience is great and the staff are friendly!Just beware — the bathrooms’ ambience aren’t nearly as nice... as great and clean as the café area is, the bathrooms need some urgent TLC.

Da
Review №96

Great place to study and get some work done. WiFi is good. Two bathrooms. Water dispenser. The only downside is that its a little dark and that you have to fight for a seat as this place is so busy and right across from NYU

Da
Review №97

Cafe has great coffee and boasts a great atmosphere that is not too busy and has plenty of seating space and outlets. Also has a generous selection of pastries available. Perfect for relaxing after a day of sightseeing or quick break from classes!

Sy
Review №98

This was the worst matcha latte I’ve had in my life. I didn’t try it until I left the store because usually think is a great spot. However, $6 later, I found myself sipping on watered down milk with ice and barely a hint of matcha. Do not get this at think!! I understand that the baristas are busy and many are students, but I would expect a little more after paying so much for a cup of watery milk.

Ni
Review №99

Love the social justice aspect of it. The coffee was also fantastic

Ma
Review №100

I love going to this coffee shop to work. Its always bustling, but theres usually a table or couch to find a seat at. The music isnt too loud, the wifi is free (albeit it can be slow), and the service is good.

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  • Address:248 Mercer St, New York, NY 10012, United States
  • Site:http://thinkcoffee.com/
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Cafe
  • Dessert shop
  • Sandwich shop
Working hours
  • Monday:8AM–4PM
  • Tuesday:8AM–3PM
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:8AM–4PM
  • Friday:8AM–4PM
  • Saturday:8AM–4PM
  • Sunday:8AM–4PM
Service options
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:No
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Prepared foods:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • High chairs:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Family-friendly:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Planning
  • Transgender safespace:Yes
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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