Manhattan Cafes for Matcha and Coffee Breaks

4.8 (327)

Mon – Sun, 06:30 – 19:00

454 9th Ave

A Turkish family runs this compact Ninth Avenue cafe, where matcha lattes and espresso share the menu with flaky baklava. Several tables and warm lighting offer a place to pause.

4.9 (183)

Mon – Fri, 07:00 – 18:00; Sat – Sun, 08:00 – 17:00

480 10th Avenue

Near the Javits Center, this spacious coffee shop pairs a book selection with rotating art shows and community gatherings. Coffee comes in paper cups, and ample seating makes room for a longer break.

4.9 (67)

Mon – Fri, 07:00 – 16:00; Sat, 08:00 – 16:00

144 West 37th Street

Bagels are rolled by hand and kettle boiled at this Midtown cafe. Pair a breakfast sandwich with ube lavender matcha or a vanilla iced latte.

4.7 (126)

Mon – Thu, 07:30 – 19:00; Fri, 07:30 – 19:30; Sat, 08:00 – 19:30; Sun, 08:00 – 19:00

400 W 47th St

Strawberry and lavender matcha lattes share the menu with hojicha and cardamom buns. Only two indoor tables and a few outdoor seats make this compact cafe more suited to taking a drink along.