Although this coffee shop doesn't necessarily use any of our coffee, it is one of the most popular, busy coffee shops in Manhattan. Located in the East Village, it is impossible to miss.
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Iris Café – Café Review
Joyride Coffee, Iris Café
Iris Café is located in one of the most beautiful spots in New York City, in a lush corner of Brooklyn Heights.
They serve a delicious brunch, which made for an amazing brunch and coffee combination.
Be ready to share a table because they have benches set up, which act as communal tables.
They also have an Iris Take-Out (Willowtown Store #7) just a couple of doors down, which is full of snacks and small meals, from breakfast sandwiches to salads.
Joyride Coffee, Iris Café
I ordered a latte, which my friend argues is the best one in the city, which I now completely agree with.
Joyride Coffee, Iris Café
It is very close to DUMBO, so after a nice brunch, I would recommend walking just a few blocks over to the Brooklyn Bridge Park to relax, where there is the Brooklyn Bridge Wine Bar and lots of green grass to hang out.
20 Columbia Pl Brooklyn, NY 11201
Third Rail Coffee – Café Review
Third Rail Coffee acts as a coffee hub for coffee writers, coffee enthusiasts, and baristas alike. The interior is sleek and gray, with a few tables scattered around.
Joyride Coffee, Third Rail Coffee
Joyride Coffee, Third Rail Coffee
They have an incredibly simple menu. I ordered a classic drip coffee and a sticky bun.
It's the perfect place to do work because of the abundant space and the cleanliness. It's a good atmosphere to organize your thoughts, with wifi and outlets.
Liz Clayton had her book signing there, and just across the street, there is a little square where bands play and can act as an outdoor sitting space.
Joyride Coffee, Third Rail Coffee
Coffee by: Stumptown
240 Sullivan St. New York, NY 10012
159 2nd Ave. (New Location!) New York NY 10003
Coffee and Technology
Coffee and technology have long been buddies since the early days.The first webcam was set up in Cambridge with the sole purpose of keeping a tab on the coffee. And now fast forward to now with different coffee technology popping up every where. Every aspect of coffee is being touched by the rapid innovation. Apparently, when it comes to drinking coffee, as is the case with many other gastronomical industries, the goal is to make each bite or sip as delicious as possible. There are some very cool gadgets from something called the Steampunk, a "tricked-out-siphon-turned-glass-pipe-organ brewed coffee contraption," to the Prima Tamp, which essentially allows a barista to position the handle on whatever they need at whatever angle. Liz Clayton's list in her articles features more interesting tools.
Even we have decided to reinvent the use of the keg, resulting in our Cold Brew Kegerator.
Joyride Coffee, Steampunk
Joyride Coffee, Tumblr Kegerator
For a more detailed description of these various technologies:
"You giving me your number sounds like a fair trade"
Café Grumpy – Café Review
I was hoping to run into Lena Dunham at Café Grumpy, as the spot was featured on the HBO hit show "Girls."
Joyride Coffee, Cafe Grumpy
Contrary to the name, the people there were all very friendly. I ordered a Yirgacheffe, as they happen to be in season. It was sweet, tangy, fresh, and actually had a savory after-taste. They use their own roast, but it's great quality.
Joyride Coffee, Cafe Grumpy
Joyride Coffee, Cafe Grumpy
They individually brew each cup of coffee, so expect a little wait.
There are no laptops allowed, which creates a lively, social atmosphere. It's a great place to go and catch up with a friend, rather than to do work. The place had a rustic, cool feel, with trees and brick walls.
The barista was very helpful and attentive. They gave great suggestions and seemed genuinely interested in giving the customer a good cup of coffee.
Coffee: Own beans
Café Grumpy
193 Meserole Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11122
383 7th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215
13 Essex St
New York, NY 10002
224 W. 20th St
New York, NY 10011
530 7th Ave
New York, NY 10018
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