Move over Starbucks! Koshertopia has confirmed the third Manhattan location for the popular LA chain, Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is at 392 Columbus Avenue (corner of 79th St.). Unlike the other 2 stores in NYC, this new spot has a “sit-down restaurant vibe” with table service, an expanded food menu, and, come spring, an outdoor patio that can accommodate 40 guests.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
392 Columbus Avenue
New York, NY 10024
Back in July when we first leaked the news that the popular LA based favorite, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, is opening up in Manhattan, LA expats jumped for joy – well, keep jumping because Koshertopia has confirmed that the second of 3 locations is already under construction. Located at 200 West 86th Street (corner of Amsterdam Ave. & 86th St. ), the store will feature their 32 varieties of custom-roasted coffee, 30 types of tea, an array of baked good and of course their famous ice blended drinks.
Tucked tightly into a small space on the Upper West Side at 711 Amsterdam Avenue, Cafe Mocias was a favorite for kosher coffee addicts – but it’s no longer an option. Koshertopia has confirmed that Cafe Mocias is no longer under supervision. The sign is still outside so don’t be fooled – a full name change is coming shortly.
Kosher Coffee Shop? It’s true, Manhattan now has its second Kosher supervised gourmet coffee shop. Koshertopia has confirmed that My Way Cup located at 102 East 23rd Street (between Park & Lexington Avenue) has opened under the supervision of Bais Din Tzedek Yoka. The Israeli run coffee-shop has talented baristas offering excellent coffee, a variety of baked goods & snacks, prepared sandwiches and many other treats.
Exclusive deal for Koshertopia Users only! Tiberias, A brand new dairy restaurant located on 34th and Park (45 East 34th Street), is offering a special deal during the 9 days for Koshertopia users to help beat the heat. Present this post when ordering from Tiberias, and receive a free iced coffee!
Minimum purchase of $5.95 required. This deal is valid During the 9 days only (Monday July 12 – 19), so make sure to check them out soon!
Tiberias is a brand new dairy restaurant featuring a wide range of pastas, salads, juice, smoothies and toasts and is open 24 hours (excluding Shabbat).
Click here for the Tiberias listing.
One of my regular spots to grab gab time with friends and sit in a relaxed bistro setting, is at U Café. This small European-style café holds about eighteen tables and the back of the restaurant includes an area to take-away some desserts for later. Scoring a doorway seat is key, as the front windows open to the outside Avenue (in the warmer months). Being that it’s situated on the quaint Upper East Side, it thankfully doesn’t get to noisy. Personally, sitting outside always makes me feel like I am on vacation, even in my own city.
French Vintage Posters line the warm bold yellow & orange painted walls, which are bright enough to be modern and cheerful without overbearing. I scan the room realizing every detail was thought out, from the the modern stainless steel vases that adorn each table to the authentic café chairs that add a touch of Paris to this restaurant. It’s the airy inviting feel you get from U Café that sets this restaurant apart from many others.
Click here for the U Cafe listing
