Birch Coffee

Birch Coffee

Coffee Shop$$$$
West Village, New York
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    Mike S.
    "Kyoto drip coffee out of these monsters."(5 Tips)
    Marie
    "The cold brew iced coffee is strong and delicious."(13 Tips)
    Anna K.
    "Delicious single origin espresso worth splurging for"(46 Tips)
    Annie T.
    "They have Dough donuts and other baked goodies."(3 Tips)
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  • Mischaheart icon on user image
    MischaApril 5, 2015
    Contrary to its sister location on the east side, this small coffee shop does not serve sandwiches, but still serves a great coffee. If you trust me (and you should) a latte is all that you will need
  • John A.heart icon on user image
    John AFebruary 21, 2015
    Local brews... Everything from drip to cold brew to espresso/flat white. Try the scones and pop tarts. Drip coffee strong roast with bit of afterbite. Check out their curated Spotify play list.
  • Andrew C.heart icon on user image
    Andrew ChoiFebruary 20, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Small shop but love the decor and the baristas. Make sure you grab a loyalty card if you plan on coming back for more!
  • Marieheart icon on user image
    MarieApril 20, 2015
    Love this cozy little spot! The cold brew iced coffee is strong and delicious. The staff is very friendly. Limited seating but that's part of its charm.
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    Josiah David ChapmanJanuary 29, 2018
    A favorite place of mine to sit and write for a few hours while toting around the village, tactfully close to notorious attractions, making it a lovely coffee hiatus for tourists and locals alike.
  • Lauren M.heart icon on user image
    Lauren MacFebruary 20, 2016
    High quality espresso, cozy vibe, and community-feel with conversation starters, questions of the day, and books to borrow. Wonderful spot in Chelsea!
  • Kevin O.heart icon on user image
    Kevin O'NeillAugust 2, 2018
    You come here for the good espresso stuff. Pick your poison (cap, latte, macchiato, cortado, americano). They know how to pull a shot.
  • Simon H.heart icon on user image
    Simon HSeptember 28, 2014
    Try the flat white its awesome. There's a few birch coffees in the city. This ones a bit smaller. The upper west side location does some awesome sandwiches.
  • Ance K.heart icon on user image
    Ance KalejaSeptember 19, 2015
    Whether you get an espresso, americano, latte or one of their special brews, it will be fantstic. Small, cosy, delicious and wonderful staff!
  • Connor L.heart icon on user image
    Connor LevensJanuary 29, 2013
    Legitimate, gourmet coffee and espresso-based beverages. The first of two planned expansion stores in Manhattan, and the best staff around.
  • Gizem G.
    Gizem GülSeptember 7, 2014
    Amazing taste of good quality coffee beans. Iced cappuccino goes well with natural grain bars. Cozy atmosphere. Perfect for rainy days in NYC :)
  • Alex K.heart icon on user image
    Alex KeslingAugust 30, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Dough's hibiscus doughnuts are always a hit, but get there early before they sell out. They also have good cold brew, on draft or slow drip Japanese style.
  • Tea For Me Please
    Tea For Me PleaseNovember 21, 2013
    They serve loose leaf tea! This location is tiny so I recommend getting your cup to go. The Green Dew is quite good :) Read more
  • Anna L.
    Anna LJanuary 8, 2014
    Small place. Only three high top tables, and a couple seats by the window so don't assume you can have meetings here easily unless you go in the late evening!
  • Elizabeth C.heart icon on user image
    Elizabeth CarrJuly 20, 2014
    Friendly staff, great cold brew, on-point selection of doughnuts, muffins, and scones from Dough, plus Balthazar croissants and magpie hand pies
  • Patricia S.
    Patricia SerranoOctober 18, 2014
    This is the best coffee shop ever. I always get the soy latte but everything is amazing... Including the people.
  • Heidi
    HeidiMarch 3, 2018
    Birch manages to maintain a small shop feel despite being a chain and located in a touristy intersection. Personable servers, carefully made drinks, fast service. Small space with limited seating.
  • Dylan S.
    Dylan StilinFebruary 12, 2014
    The coffee is good, no doubt about that, and the window seats are a great place to sit and work/entertain yourself by looking out on 7th Ave.
  • Ethan C.
    Ethan CAugust 10, 2014
    Small but cozy. Lines are long in the morning but good place to people watch if you can get a window counter seats. Great espresso drinks.
  • Jess W.heart icon on user image
    Jess WilliamsJuly 17, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    Cold brew growlers are perfect to take with you for long weekends outside the city.
  • Chad H.heart icon on user image
    Chad HornerSeptember 7, 2016
    Been here 100+ times
    one of Birch's tinier locations, with seating for ~10 people. as per usual, pastries from Balthazar and Dough are available
  • Adamheart icon on user image
    AdamOctober 16, 2014
    Bloody great coffee. Very friendly service too. Definitely my new go to for caffeine when I'm in this neighbourhood.
  • Ayesha A.
    Ayesha AhmadAugust 7, 2014
    Really fantastic coffee. Small and hard to get a table. So don't plan an important business meeting here. You may end up standing.
  • Mike S.heart icon on user image
    Mike SingletonOctober 27, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Best coffee shop in the area, treat yourself to a Kyoto drip coffee out of these monsters.
  • D.P. M.heart icon on user image
    D.P. MartinMarch 25, 2016
    Coffee was great! Had an almond croissant but it was a little on the dry and crusty side. Possibly stayed in the oven a bit too long.
  • Annie T.heart icon on user image
    Annie TolochinskiAugust 13, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Really good coffee. They have Dough donuts and other baked goodies.
  • nous mangeons
    nous mangeonsSeptember 24, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    I love this place cos they make flat whites! Try one of their Dough donuts or Blue Sky muffin!
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    LilyFebruary 11, 2016
    Buy their coffee beans if you also brew coffee at home. So amazing and not super expensive for a bag.
  • Project Latte: a NYC cafe culture guide
    Taking over the Irving Farm branch that used to be at this location, Birch Coffee extends their coffee roasting & cafe empire from the Gershwin Hotel to Chelsea. Read more
  • Tom H.heart icon on user image
    Tom HMay 8, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Kyoto cold brew is tasty and very different from Stumptown's cold brew
  • Marie P.heart icon on user image
    Marie PorrasJuly 28, 2015
    Best coffee in NY, amazing friendly & funny staff. My favorite morning place!
  • John B.heart icon on user image
    John BoothJuly 8, 2016
    Small hip cafe, it's a little more expensive but the coffee is very good and made with care.
  • Elizabeth B.
    Elizabeth BursteinDecember 29, 2019
    Macchiatios dont have enuf milk imo. Banana walnut muffins are delish!
  • Daniel B.
    Daniel BarnettOctober 25, 2014
    Birch is the man. Comes through big time. Very crowded but usually worth the wait.
  • Michael M.heart icon on user image
    Michael MuseJanuary 29, 2015
    Been here 50+ times
    This is maybe my favorite latte anywhere. I get it large with regular milk
  • Ahn B.heart icon on user image
    Ahn BustamanteFebruary 2, 2017
    Great place to get coffee. They also sell cold brew. Staff very friendly.
  • Jess K.heart icon on user image
    Jess KonoOctober 18, 2015
    super cute boutique coffee place. Small menu but cute cups and decor!
  • Saif D.heart icon on user image
    Saif DiaAugust 9, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Cold brew by the growler is good value once you get addicted to it.
  • Tyler M.heart icon on user image
    Tyler MuseSeptember 21, 2014
    Delicious lattes and a dirty chai that is a welcome swift kick in the ass. Love the staff and decor.
  • L. T.heart icon on user image
    L. T.June 9, 2015
    Such friendly service! They're very helpful and funny if you're indecisive.
  • Afi Y.heart icon on user image
    Afi Yellow-DukeJuly 16, 2015
    Their iced lattes are incredible. Like seriously smooth and delicious.
  • Oz L.heart icon on user image
    Oz LublingSeptember 15, 2015
    Great granola bars! and the coffee is pretty good too.
  • Bobby N.heart icon on user image
    Bobby NooromidFebruary 17, 2013
    While this location is smaller and doesn't offer the same food menu as their original spot, it still has the same great-quality coffee and service. Unfortunately, they also do not have power outlets.
  • Hilary M.
    Hilary MasonJuly 11, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    The almond iced tea is fruity, nutty, and actually refreshing.
  • Michael D.
    Michael DempseyOctober 7, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Great coffee but not a good seating situation at this location (only 3 tables)
  • Michelle R.heart icon on user image
    Michelle RNovember 22, 2015
    Mochas are so sweet and smooth! Plus awesome staff. Hi, other Michelle!
  • Lori L.
    Lori LuoMay 14, 2015
    This pint-size cafe means it's best to take your coffee to go.
  • Zoeheart icon on user image
    ZoeSeptember 3, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    No almond milk here, but opt for the hemp milk to add creaminess to any coffee drink.
  • Ruthie D.
    Ruthie DarlingOctober 19, 2014
    Fabulous coffee as featured in http://ruthie-darling.blogspot.com/2014/08/golden-girl.html
  • Danley H.
    Danley HuOctober 19, 2017
    Read a lot of tips that they serve a good lattee. I got an iced large lattee and I didn’t like.
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