Get a Charter Bus in NYC and Experience the City's Best Coffee Shops

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New York City is one of the world's top cities in terms of everything: commerce, media, art, finance, fashion, technology, research, education, food, and entertainment. It is a global power city. And as such, you can also expect to find the best business establishments, the best events, the best places, and even the best people. Name it, and the Big Apple has it! Why not get a charter bus in NYC with friends and loved ones and experience New York City's bests?

 

 

For this series, we are giving you NYC's best coffee shops. Because we know that New Yorkers take their coffee seriously!

 

I Am Coffee

 

I Am Coffee is a tiny espresso bar – and many do emphasize the "tiny" because of its shoebox size – with charming handmade Italian decor. It is Italian-owned and has a friendly Italian barista. Many who love the place recommend the Shakerato, which is ice, espresso and sugar blended and shaken by hand using a martini shaker.

 

I am Coffee is located at 9 Saint Marks Pl. Visit its page at https://www.facebook.com/iamcoffeenyc.

 

La Colombe

 

La Colombe is considered by many as one of the best-looking coffee shops in the city. But more importantly, it serves really great-tasting coffee, especially its espresso and cappuccino.

 

La Colombe has cafes in SoHo, on 270 Lafayette St.; in TriBeCa, on 319 Church Street; and in NoHo, on 400 Lafayette Street.

 

To know more about this coffee shop, visit its Web site at http://www.lacolombe.com/.

 

Abraco

 

Abraco at East Village, on 86 E 7th St., is a small coffee shop known for its good espresso and its pastries, especially its olive oil cake.

 

Find out more about Abraco at http://www.abraconyc.com/#home.

 

Caffe Reggio

 

This coffee shop has an old-world charm to it, with Italian interior, wrought-iron fixtures, and Renaissance artwork. Of course, the fact that it serves good coffee comes with the package.

 

Check out Caffe Reggio at 119 MacDougal St. Log on to http://www.cafereggio.com/ for more information.

 

If you are visiting the Big Apple as a group, make sure to get a charter bus in NYC to take care of your transportation needs. It will make it easy for you to visit places and make the most of your time.

 

New Yorkers take their coffee seriously. After all, this is the city that never sleeps, so there really is nothing like a good cup to keep you going. And because of that, good coffee shops abound in the Big Apple. Make sure to take your friends to any of these cafes. These cafes would even make a good stop if you are in for an entire day of touring on a charter bus in NYC.

 

Some more coffee shops that you should visit:

 

Stumptown Coffee Roasters

 

Stumptown, which is at The Ace Hotel on 20 W 29th St., offers great-tasting coffee. The only catch is that most people would find it quite pricey.

 

For more information, visit http://stumptowncoffee.com/.

 

Housing Works Bookstore Cafe

 

This coffee shop is a haven for bookworms or coffee drinkers, or both. Aside from good-tasting coffee, you can also enjoy baked goods and savories, and even alcohol – while browsing any of the titles available in the cafe. All profits that the cafe gets go to Housing Works, which is a non-profit organization that helps fight AIDS and homelessness. And, oh, what other coffee shop offers free wi-fi and condoms?

 

The coffee shop and bookstore is located at 126 Crosby St. Log on to its Web site at http://www.housingworks.org/bookstore/ for more information.

 

Kaffe 1668

 

This coffee destination on 275 Greenwich St. is quirky, with whimsical decor that includes stuffed sheep – which is its mascot. The cafe is owned by two Swedish brothers. Below the busy shop is a large basement. The shop serves great coffee as well as homemade fresh-pressed juices.

 

The cafe has another location at 401 Greenwich Street, which also serves wine and beer.

 

Check out its Web site at http://www.kaffe1668.com/.

 

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Saturdays Surf NYC

 

This coffee shop has a little bit of everything, and that where its charm lies. Not only does it serve its signature blend of coffee in its coffee bar, but it also offers surf gear, books, and even men's clothes. What many consider is the best thing about this shop is that it has an airy garden at the back where you can pick a couch, sip your brew, enjoy the free wi-fi, or chat with other customers.

 

This place is at 31 Crosby St. Visit http://www.saturdaysnyc.com/ for more information.

 

Third Rail Coffee

 

Third Rail Coffee on 240 Sullivan St. is a little cafe known for its good coffee and friendly customer service. It also has sweets and savory treats.

 

Log on to http://thirdrailcoffee.com to know more about the cafe.

 

Bittersweet

 

This coffee shop in Fort Greene serves good java and ethnic sweets, desserts and other baked treats. The shop also makes its own artisan ice cream in small batches. This cafe on 180 Dekalb Ave. has a charming atmosphere, with mismatched furniture.

 

Check out http://www.bittersweetnyc.com/ for more information.

 

A cup of your favorite blend is just perfect before you hop on a charter bus in NYC and go on a jam-packed day of touring the city with friends or loved ones.

 

Cafe Grumpy

 

This hipster cafe at 224 West 20th Street serves top-end coffee by trained baristas and a wide choice of custom hand-blended organic loose leaf teas.

 

To find out more about this cafe and its other locations in New York City, check out: http://www.cafegrumpy.com/.

 

Birch Coffee

 

Birch Coffee not only makes good coffee, but it gives a portion of its sales to a worthy cause, which is some humanitarian aid in Congo. Now tell us if that won't make you feel wonderful about your mornings!

 

This coffee shop is inside Gershwin Hotel, at 5 E. 27th St.

 

To find out more about Birch Coffee and its give-back project, visit http://www.birchcoffee.com/.

 

Cafe Pedlar

 

Cafe Pedlar is the perfect place to go to if you have a sweet tooth. It serves really great cappuccino and good-tasting cakes and pastries. Try out its buttery croissants, its olive oil cake, and even its schnecken.

 

This cafe is at 210 Court St. in Brooklyn.

 

Log on to http://cafepedlar.com/ for more information.

 

So, yes, we can say that coffee is always part of a complete New York experience. A good cup of coffee is just the perfect way to start your day of touring the Big Apple onboard a charter bus in NYC.

 

Blue Bottle

 

Many find Blue Bottle's coffee heavenly. Aside from the top-quality coffee, it also has friendly staff and an impeccable toned-down hipster vibe to the place. However, others prefer the cafe's 30 Rockefeller Center location over the other New York sites.

 

Check out http://www.bluebottlecoffee.com/ for more information.

 

Joe the Art of Coffee

 

This is a boutique-coffee chain that serves artisanal coffee and it has a rotating selection of blends and brews. Many find their espresso here as really good.

 

Log on to http://www.joenewyork.com/ to find out more about this coffee shop and to know about its different locations in NYC.

 

Budin

 

Budin is the only Scandinavian coffee shop and design store hybrid in Greenpoint. And it is considered by many as one of the top coffee shops in the city. Find out why by heading to 114 Greenpoint Ave. in Brooklyn.

 

Bluebird Coffee Shop

 

Bluebird Coffee has exceptional coffee, its cortado a perfect blend of coffee and steamed milk and its espresso rich and bright. The place is also lovely and very pleasant.

 

This shop is located at 72 East First Street (First Avenue), in East Village. Check out http://www.bluebirdcoffeeshop.com for more information.

 

By no means is this a complete list. There are more great coffee shops out there, and we apologize if there are many that did not make it. And, yes, different people have different tastes, so what may be good coffee for you may not be good coffee for others.

 

Anyway, coffee is always a great way to start your day. Head over to the best cafe near you, hop on your charter bus in NYC, and enjoy your tour of the city. Nothing will make your trip more enjoyable and fun than if you do it wide awake, alert and enthusiastic!

 

If you are still planning on a trip to the Big Apple with friends or with loved ones, make sure to book a charter bus in NYC ahead of time. Call us now!