Crema's Take
“Tucked away in the East Village, this chic matcha-forward café punches way above its weight with wildly creative drinks like Double Pistachio Matcha and Lychee Peach Coffee that actually deliver on their ambitious flavor combinations. The cozy, darker aesthetic and consistently quick service make it feel like a hidden gem worth the splurge, though fair warning: the prices are steep and you'll want to double-check your milk preferences since mistakes do happen. It's the kind of place that works equally well for a slow afternoon of people-watching or a quick specialty drink run when you're craving something genuinely unique.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks, matcha and tea options too. A slow-sit, quick-grab spot, good for meetings.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →The prices are absolutely cooocoo bananas but honestly my coconut matcha was phenomenal. As it is, the milk is pretty sweet so it definitely didn’t need sugar. It’s also HUGE. The hot drink was massive. There’s quite a bit of seating. It was good for a work meeting on a weekday.
I have lactose intolerance. I ordered a matcha with oat milk, and after he put my order in, I saw him pour whole milk into the drink. I wasn’t sure if it was mine at first, but then he handed the matcha to me. I asked him twice, “Is this with oat milk?” but he ignored me and did…
A super inconspicuous coffee & tea spot on the East Village - I don't know why I haven't been before! The menu is fairly robust - I had to ask a few questions and the staff were very patient with me and others as well. The coffee is strong, I was NOT ready. My friend tried the…
I stopped by this chic little matcha café and loved everything I tried! I had their Double Pistachio Matcha and Mango Madness Matcha, plus a Lychee Peach Coffee, all super unique and flavorful. For sweets, I tried the Pistachio Matcha Cookie, Sourdough Cookie, and Chocolate…
Not as Bitter has such a cool vibe with its cute, darker style decor that makes the space feel cozy. The service is really quick and the drinks come out just right every time. Love the consistency here it’s always spot on.
Crema Reviews
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