"Super friendly chill helpful staff who feel like bffs. Inclusive, welcoming, and amazing cute merch. Plus who doesn’t love a good tea wall? Obsessed!"

"I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the coffee when I popped in. Good environment to chill or work and great gift shop."

"I love this place and space! Wondering thru the East Village Saturday and was drawn in - Pandan matcha is soooo good, and Soudavone made me feel so welcome. I love the community vibe , the local product boutique and the the vision and values of the space. Thank for creating this welcoming, warm third space. If I had no other reason to come down to the East Village, I would come just to stop by here! Wishing you the best of success!! 2 pics below- one from first visit when I sat inside and other from today, enjoying the cute tables out front!"

"I've been to a lot of cafes, this is up for favorite! I stopped in on a very cold day, when I'd just biked about 10 miles and fallen thanks to a car in the bike lane on 7th avenue (no, I'm ok thanks), so my mood needed some fixing. Wow, did they do it! Kate, assisted by Prilly, made me hands-down the *best* dirty oat chai latte in the universe (yet!) They were also so nice and charming that they melted that little shard of ice that was left in my heart from falling in the sub-freezing weather. Amazing! This is going to be the punch card with the fastest turn-over ever!"

"I recently stumbled upon this charming community boutique cafe during a relaxing Sunday afternoon in NYC, and it was an absolute delight. The moment I stepped inside, I was greeted by a vibrant atmosphere—they were setting up for a Tiny Desk music event, which added an unexpected, lively twist to my visit. Although I only had a brief window to enjoy the live music, the energy in the space was truly captivating. I decided to try the iced Ubebe latte, and it was nothing short of spectacular. The latte was so beautifully crafted that I didn’t even want to disturb its artful presentation, and the taste was equally outstanding—a testament to the care and love the barista put into their craft. Beyond the exceptional drinks, what really stood out was the warmth and friendliness of the staff. Every team member I encountered made me feel welcome, reinforcing the strong sense of community that this cafe embodies. Overall, this visit left a lasting impression. It’s a place where great coffee, artful presentation, and community vibes converge—a hidden gem in the heart of NYC that I can’t wait to revisit."