Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters

The coziest Sweetleaf coffee shop I've been to for sure.

It’s okay here (drinks are good, lots of options). But the music is so loud it’s like a club in the back. There are flies in the back room too, like.. a lot. Not great for working from there (but I think that’s the point).

Cozy, friendly staff. But what keeps me away is the music. When I was there it was all loud pop music. Kinda kills the calm, focused vibe they’ve otherwise totally nailed.

I’ve been coming here for 11 years on and off and I can still say no place in New York City makes a better New Orleans style coffee quite like here! Get the rocket fuel

really quality coffee and solid space for a nice break/hang. i like the breakout of the space with the laptop section and record room in the back (tho that area is quite tight). the staff when i was there is amicable as well. the view of the busy street ahead is not ideal but i really can’t complain about that eh. when i was there, also saw a cat hanging around which was kind of awesome and made me feel at home.

Very good coffee, delicious baked goods. The place smells amazing. Definitely has a slightly pretentious vibe. When it's not crowded it's very cozy to hang out in, but it's often very crowded with your usual squatters with a laptop and an empty cup. The back room is a no computer room but I just saw two of the three tables taken up by people with laptops. Overall it is still the best coffee in the area.

The other day i went to buy a coffee. The server was on bad mood, I think 🤔.

Acidic overpriced coffee served with a major side of attitude. Their Center Blvd location is even worse. Entitled hipsters too confused to figure out how to provide basic client service.
Much better alternatives all around the area!

The espresso machine doesn't work
(March 29/2023)

An institution! Many talented baristas pass through here and the coffee is top quality. I don't love the space (I much prefer the beautiful and airy Sweetleaf that opened in Greenpoint) and it has more of a college-age vibe than their other places. But it certainly has its charms.

PS--their beans are well priced for the quality if you want to buy coffee for home.