Four Greenwich Village Cafes for Catching Up With a Friend

4.2 (2,147)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 09:00 – 03:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 09:00 – 04:30 (+1)

119 MacDougal St

Operating on MacDougal Street since 1927, this coffee house introduced the cappuccino to the United States and still keeps its original espresso machine. More than 80 works of art line the room, and the late-night crowd reads, works and chats here until 3:00 AM most nights.

4.6 (235)

Mon – Sun, 09:00 – 17:00

510 LaGuardia Pl

Sweet-leaning lattes such as banana headline this quiet LaGuardia Place cafe, with fruit-infused iced teas, soft serve and tiramisu on the side. Seating is comfortable, and staff stay welcoming and patient through busy rushes. Open 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily.

4.8 (1,269)

Mon – Fri, 08:00 – 20:00; Sat, 09:00 – 20:00; Sun, 09:00 – 19:00

233 Thompson St

Fresh tartines and craft coffee run from morning brunch to evening apéro at this Thompson Street cafe. Brunch brings seasoned avocado toast and salmon eggs benedict, alongside grain bowls and fresh juices, and a semi-private space suits group gatherings.

4.7 (634)

Mon – Fri, 11:00 – 21:00; Sat – Sun, 10:00 – 21:00

185 Bleecker St

Rattan chairs and a communal table give this vegan cafe on Bleecker Street a boho-chic feel. Plant-based bowls, famous vegan desserts and dark cherry matcha lattes fill the menu, with hard-to-find gluten-free options, and the room suits a quick stop or a stay of hours.