Crema's Take
“This beloved New York institution combines the nostalgic charm of curated print media with a welcoming café atmosphere that feels equally suited for lingering over coffee with a magazine or settling in with your laptop for the afternoon. What really sets Magazine Cafe apart is their thoughtful customer service and genuinely international selection—from global fashion and design publications to art and cooking magazines—creating a space that somehow bridges analog tradition and modern work culture. The folks behind the counter seem to genuinely care about helping you find exactly what you're looking for, whether that's the perfect periodical or just a warm place to spend time.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Wifi.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →I made a "typographical" error when signing up for a subscription. These folks fixed it in a matter of hours and did so pleasantly. Great customer service.
Magazine Cafe was wonderful to work with. They took the time to understand what I was looking for, offered thoughtful suggestions, and made the whole experience incredibly easy. The service was warm, efficient, and genuinely helpful—I couldn’t have asked for more. I’d absolutely…
I have been buying my magazines from this wonderful shop for a long time. I love going there and I also enjoy ordering online. Terrific all the way. Thank you.
Incredible selection. Sparks nostalgia and the future in the same space. A must visit!
They have all kinds of magazines, fashion, decor, design, art, cooking… you name it! Including magazines from across the globe. They also have beautiful notebooks and great quality pencils. Perfect to find something for yourself or a gift for someone else. I found a beautiful…
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