Crema's Take
“This intimate East Village gem champions precision coffee with a refreshing no-laptop policy that encourages genuine conversation over contemplation. Their rotating selection of single-origins—like that standout anaerobic Colombian with its jammy, funky character—pairs with consistently excellent pour-overs and espresso drinks executed by baristas who clearly know their craft. It's the kind of Euro-café atmosphere where you can linger without pretension and taste coffee that rewards your attention.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. Slow-sit spot. Light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Phenominal coffee selection here. A decent breadth of flavors. I had an anaerobic Columbian coffee that was the perfect balance of jammy, funky ferment while being light bodied and quite sweet. The barista was nice and helped me pick a coffee. I was inclined towards a Myanmar…
One of the best pourovers I've had in a cafe in a long time! Loved this cafe. The baristas are super nice and very skilled, which is hard to find in a lot of the country. I ordered a washed anaerobic Colombian from their Competition series. Sometimes these coffees can be a bit…
Second time here. Last time was 5 months ago. Great latte with beautiful latte art. Nice people. Right around the corner from Standard East Village and Bowery hotels.
Coffee Project New York is hands down one of the best coffee spots I’ve ever visited in the city! The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee filling the air. Their baristas are incredibly skilled and friendly — they truly care about every cup…
Coffee Project in the East Village is a small, modern spot with a Euro-café vibe (bonus points for the no-laptop policy). Their medium-roast blend—Colombia meets Guatemala—hits a sweet spot: smooth milk-chocolate body with a caramel finish, zero bitterness, and plenty of flavor.…
Crema Reviews
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