Three Manhattan Cafes Near West 39th Street for an Early Start

4.7 (175)

Mon – Fri, 08:00 – 17:00; Sat, 09:00 – 15:00; Sun, 09:00 – 14:00

260 W 39th St

Pistachio and soy milk each cost under a dollar at this compact cafe on West 39th Street. The counter plays music through a stylish room with a window bar, and coconut bread arrives from a friend of the owner. Weekday hours run 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

4.2 (277)

Mon – Sun, 06:00 – 21:00

572 8th Ave

This deli near Port Authority keeps a self-serve hot station beside counter options and packed snack shelves. Double-egg breakfast sandwiches, a hot buffet, and Korean chicken bibimbap anchor the menu. Doors open 6:00 AM daily.

4.8 (382)

Mon – Fri, 07:30 – 16:30

265 W 37th St

Antiques line the walls under a leafy canopy at this espresso bar on West 37th Street. The espresso aims for a bright, smooth balance, with a flaky cheese boureka alongside. Laptops stay home; weekday hours run 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.