Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Lower East Side

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1. Sushi by Bou - Chelsea NYC @ Super Nice Coffee

4.6

Exceptional(268)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Chelsea

Booked 8 times today

Step into Sushi By Bou, where every bite is a step back to the roaring 20s! Our curated Omakase, meaning "Chef's Choice,"' promises a journey through retro elegance and refinement. Choose from our classic 12-course offering at $65, or indulge in the opulent 'Bougie' Omakase, $100 for 17 pieces, seated hourly. Located behind the secret door within Super Nice Coffee and Flowers, Chelsa Bou is where Gatsby glamor meets the art of sushi. Elevate your experience with exotic cocktails and premium sake, perfect for sushi pairing. Date Nights, Birthdays, or intimate private seatings, let us whisk you away on a journey of urban mystique. Visit all of our unique locations, each with its own culture-inspired vibe! Reserve now to secure a coveted seat at Sushi By Bou.

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2. Andrews Coffee Shop

4.3

Awesome(44)

Price: Moderate

• American • Garment District

Booked 3 times today

Andrews Coffee Shop is a family owned restaurant that has been a New York City fixture since 1964.What first started out as a coffee shop and bakery has evolved into a full-service restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and desserts.We are located in the heart of New York City, just steps from Macy’s, a short walk from Penn Station, Madison Square Garden, Times Square, the Theater District and the Jacob Javits Convention Center.

3. Nubeluz

4.7

Exceptional(611)

Price: Very Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • NoMad

Booked 85 times today

Nubeluz by José Andrés is a lightbox in the sky, bringing together the Spanish word for cloud (“nube”) and for light (“luz”). Located on the 50th floor of The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad, Nubeluz offers modern interpretations of classic cocktails and small bites coupled with remarkable 270-degree views of the New York City skyline.***Please note that Nubeluz will be offering additional dates for Holiday High Tea on the following Fridays 11am-3pm: November 29, December 13, December 20, December 27.

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4. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village

4.7

Exceptional(314)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • West Village

Booked 80 times today

Since 2003, Little Ruby’s Cafe has brought Australian cafe culture to New York City, offering approachable all-day fare, specialty drinks, and a full coffee program. Open for brekkie, lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Little Ruby’s Cafe’s beloved menu features the signature burgers, pastas, salads and brunch classics, all served in thoughtfully designed spaces.Located on the landmark corner of West 4th St & 7th Avenue, our newest Little Ruby’s Cafe features an airy, multi-level space. A first for Little Ruby’s, West Village offers a full bar with an exclusive cocktail program alongside our classic menu with new dishes unique to the location. With an expansive terrace and sweeping windows, the West Village restaurant invites guests to absorb the energy of the neighborhood as they enjoy their morning brekkie or grab cocktails and dinner with friends. Opening October 2023. Little Ruby’s West Village will be open 7 days a week for brekkie, lunch and dinner.

5. Cathédrale

4.3

Awesome(2541)

Price: Expensive

• French • East Village

Booked 30 times today

Cathédrale is a French-Mediterranean restaurant by Tao Group Hospitality Chef/Partner Ralph Scamardella, in collaboration with Executive Chef Jason Hall (formerly of acclaimed restaurants like Gotham Bar & Grill, Anthos and Craft). The menu brings elemental, ingredient-driven cooking to the forefront, evoking the grandeur of the past while remaining contemporary in its execution. Dishes put pleasure over spectacle, taking inspiration from Southern France with traces of Italy, Spain and Greece as seen in our signature Potato Chip Omelette, Black Truffle Fettuccine, 14oz Entrecôte Au Poivre, as well as our 48 oz Mishima Reserve Wagyu Tomahawk.

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6. Starbucks Reserve® Tasting Room & Experiences – Empire State Building

4.7

Exceptional(152)

Price: Expensive

• Café • NoMad

Booked 3 times today

Visit the Starbucks Reserve® Empire State Building® store for a journey of the senses, an experience like no other - an immersive discovery of craft coffee, food and cocktails and more. The Concourse level, home to our Tasting Room & Experiences, features exclusive coffee experiences that can't be found anywhere else only found at Starbucks Reserve®, including guided tasting experiences at our, hands-on Workshop classes, and signature flights and small bites. Book your experience today- we look forward to welcoming you!For private event requests, or large group bookings, please reach out to our Starbucks Reserve Empire State Building Events team at starbucksreserveevents_esb@starbucks.com.NOTE: This reservation page is for our ticketed experiences only. Seating in the general dining area of the Tasting Room & Experiences level is on a "first come, first served" basis and does not take reservations.

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7. La Grande Boucherie

4.5

Awesome(8018)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Midtown West

Booked 256 times today

With a dazzling dining gallery featuring 40’ glass ceilings, this one-of-a-kind brasserie is built in the tradition of the Belle Epoque, inspired by elegant and ornamental Art Nouveau style. The menu features French classics and timeless bistro favorites, with a focus on prime cuts and an in-house meat program. In addition to an extensive wine list and classic cocktails, La Grande Boucherie also features an inspired menu of absinthe-driven signature drinks.We look forward to welcoming you! (you can find the hours of operation on this page)**Please note that kitchen hours may differ

8. Craft

4.7

Exceptional(7035)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Gramercy Park

Booked 20 times today

Dine at Craft to experience Tom Colicchio’s signature ‘What's Local Is Best’ cooking with an always evolving collection of simply prepared dishes created to highlight high quality, seasonal ingredients. “Simple doesn’t mean simplistic,” Tom says in his book, Think Like a Chef, and the food at Craft serves as proof. Perennial favorites include pan-roasted diver scallops, braised beef short ribs, and a bounty of Greenmarket sides. We also offer our a la carte dinner menu for takeaway through craftrestaurant.com & local delivery is powered by Caviar. *Unconfirmed reservations may be subject to cancellation.* Experiences offered during our normal hours of operation are always in addition to standard reservations and can be accessed by selecting your desired dining time.Don't miss our new Summer Happy Hour - available ALL SEASON LONG - 5-6:30pm at the bar or on the patio featuring top-shelf cocktails, veuve cliquot rosé, peeko oysters & lobster rolls.

9. Lafayette

4.6

Exceptional(3126)

Price: Expensive

• French • NoHo

Booked 21 times today

Lafayette is an everyday French restaurant conducting the spirit of French dining anew in downtown Manhattan’s NoHo neighborhood. Open morning, noon and night, this grand café and bakery is dedicated to Chef Andrew Carmellini's market-driven bistro cooking in a timeless hallmark setting. Our light-flushed dining room features soaring arched windows overlooking the NoHo streetscapes and a lively rotisserie bar. Our corner boulangerie-patisserie is open all hours offering artisanal breads, croissants, Stumptown coffee drinks, a light breakfast or lunch and a host of confections. In warm weather months, our sidewalk cafe opens daily for open air breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner service.

10. Olio e Più

4.8

Exceptional(4153)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • West Village

Booked 132 times today

Inspired by the warmth and comfort of the Italian countryside, Olio e Più and Chef Danilo Galati bring tradition and authentic Italian cuisine to the West Village. Enjoy fresh, house-made pastas dressed with the highest quality ingredients and a hand-selected collection of excellent wines and cocktails to pair with your dish. An expertly crafted wood-fire oven crackles and glows, cooking house-made dough into perfect, crisp pizza while creating an inviting atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you! (you can find the hours of operation on this page)**Please note that kitchen hours may differ

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470 restaurants available nearby

1. Sushi by Bou - Chelsea NYC @ Super Nice Coffee

2. Andrews Coffee Shop

3. Nubeluz

4. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village

5. Cathédrale

6. Starbucks Reserve® Tasting Room & Experiences – Empire State Building

7. La Grande Boucherie

8. Craft

9. Lafayette

10. Olio e Più

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