Vibes are good but sadly the coffee wasn’t anything too special. I think the barista did a good job with the milk but didn’t have the espresso dialed in very well. Appreciate the hospitality tho☕️ @the_life_of_don @octaviacoffeebk #nyc #newyork #brooklyn #coffee #cafe #coffeeshop
Believe or not espresso shouldn’t be bitter… you just need to find a shop that does it right☕️ @plantshednyc #nyc #coffee #musttry
Part 2/3 of the top 10 coffee shops in Bushwick, BK… So many options to choose from, but these guys are highly deserving of their rankings. Love what you all are doing in the Brooklyn coffee space☕️ Give @coffeebros a look if ya can’t make it to BK;) @laobracafe.nyc @cholita.cafe @headrestcoffee #nyc #bushwick #coffee #cafe #musttry #coffeebros
I think I’m hired after that performance☕️ @the_life_of_don @portoricoimportingco #nyc #coffee #history #cafe #greenwich
Idk about y’all but me and Yael f*cking LOVE fall🍂 ofcourse we had to stop by and try the fall drink of the year. What’s y’all’s favorite fall activity? @the_life_of_don @yaelyonah @enly_nyc @onlyenly #nyc #soho #fall #fallnyc #coffee #musttry
From what I believe, they are actually a tech company that makes the automatic espresso machines. Turns out their machines do a pretty damn good job because people love this place. Much better than I expected☕️ @blankstreet @the_life_of_don
Review Throwback 2☕️ Getting into the Christmas spirit with the good old Santa review🤌 @the_life_of_don @bluebottle #nyc #coffee #cafe #newyork #christmas #rockefeller
follow @the_life_of_don ☕️ @cafe.chrystie @thayernyc @cosmicatnyc #nyc #coffee #alphabetcity #eastvillage
A gem off of Chinatown @sawadacoffee Follow @the_life_of_don
The start of a new series: The Top 50 Coffee Shops in NYC☕️ Starting off with an absolute banger @parkatkims whose new spot in Chinatown never disappoints🤌 #nyc #coffee #bestcoffee #musttry #chinatown #newyork
As requested, stopped by Olas today in Brooklyn. Coffee was super flavorful and definitely unique. It’s a chill area and the cafe has plenty of seating. All around, pretty good job @olascoffee
Love hearing stories of hardworking NYC cafe owners chasing their American dream☕️ @the_life_of_don @cafelunanyc #nyc #coffee #cafe #westvillage
Pt.1 of 3 going through my top 10 coffee shops in Brooklyn☕️ let me hear which one is your favorite:) @loveless_coffees @varietycoffee @pplnyc #nyc #brooklyn #coffee #cafe
Not everyday you run into Urbanist and do a random coffee review☕️ shoutout to Regular for hooking it up! Coffee and food were both incredible, I will definitely be back🤝 @the_life_of_don @urbanistlive @regular_nyc #nyc #coffee #cafe #history #musttry
Here’s 3 super solid cafes to try on your next coffee run☕️ any other recs? @solidstatecoffeenyc @watchhouse @donotfeedalligators
hey, it’s got potential😶🌫️ @the_life_of_don @saltwaternyc #nyc #coffee #newyork #cafe #westvillage
If you live in NYC and want to try some super solid coffee, here are 3 must hits in Flatiron area☕️ @the_life_of_don @bluedovecoffee @gothamroasters @foreigner.nyc
The final episode in my collab with @coffeebros showcasing the top 10 cafes in Bushwick, BK☕️ These top 3 spots are without a doubt a must hit in the nyc coffee scene. Amazing job to you all☕️ @dayglowcoffee @seycoffee @lacabracoffee
I’ve been seeing this cafe/bakery on “fyu page” for awhile now. Finally got to stop by thanks to my pretty sidekick. We weren’t a fan of the coffee but the pastries were definitely unique. That’s a review☕️ @the_life_of_don @steph.nyc_ @salswee #nyc #coffee #midtown #musttry #pastries #salswee
Today we’re stopping by the very highly recommended @dearmamanyc ☕️ I appreciate all the recs guys🫶 Follow @the_life_of_don for more!! #nyc #coffee #cafe #newyork #harlem #nyu
I think it’s time we switch the roles and I get behind the counter. Literally my first time using any of this equipment and I still got an __. I guess I’m a natural🙂↔️ @the_life_of_don @deploycoffee #lic #nyc #coffee #cafe #foodcart
Today at number 46 we have @caffevita on the LES. Always a reliable good cup here☕️ @the_life_of_don #nyc #nycoffee #les #coffee
I’ve reviewed this spot previously but I’m super happy to showcase it again. I always look forward to stopping by when I’m in the neighborhood. SO to @rhythmzeronyc for creating such a dope space and @yaelyonah for joining☕️ #nyc #review #coffee #cafe #musttry #westvillage
had to throw this new gem on the must try list. love what the guys are doing at @daedaycoffee Follow @the_life_of_don for more recs;) #nyc #coffee #mustry #midtown #cafe
Dope new addition to the neighborhood. Nice to see something refreshing in the coffee scene. They love loud Latino music just so yall know lol. Love what yall re doing in the LES @colmadocoffee Follow @the_life_of_don for more☕️ #les #coffee #cafe #mustry #nyc
I can confidently say, I don’t think any of y’all have been to this cafe haha. I’m a fan of city island and visit every so often and ofcourse I gotta try the local coffee shop. Amazing story and fresh coffee🤌 @the_life_of_don @clippercoffeeny #nyc #coffee #smallbusiness #cityisland #bronx #cafe
Happy Sunday, hope y’all had a good week. Today we’re at Brooklyn Roasting Co and it wasn’t what I expected. It looks like it’d be a really great cafe and I love the vibe but the coffee was soso☕️ @the_life_of_don @brooklynroasting #nyc #brooklyn #coffee☕️ #cafe
The reviews are back on schedule;) today we stopped by @3coffeeroasters and it did not live up to my expectations. Maybe I could a bad pull, but I’m sure I’ll be back☕️ #nyc #coffee #newyork #midtown
Very very interesting coffee at Coffee Project today. Always super reliable at any location. Glad I stopped by☕️ @the_life_of_don @coffeeprojectny #nyc #coffee #cafe #fidi
Personally, I think the Don should be able to take the Porsche for a spin. This place was mad cool and really changes the standard of what a coffee shop can look like. Love the vibes in there and happy I could stop by☕️ @the_life_of_don @rally #nyc #soho #collection #coffee #cars #latte #porsche
The rain ain’t gonna keep us from the ☕️ @the_life_of_don @dearcoffeenyc #nyc #ues #coffee #cafe #centralpark
Today we’re highlighting the garmet district gem @cultureespresso and their insane cc cookies. If you’ve e never had one ya need to get out there(best in the city) #nyc #coffee #cafe #musttry #bestcoffee
And finally we get to the top 3 of my favorite cafes in Brooklyn. #2 and #3 are super slept on and hopefully I can shine some light on them. Really good sh*t☕️ @coffeebros @dna.coffee.ny @whitenoisecoffeeco @devocionusa #nyc #brooklyn #coffee #cafe #dumbo
Had this spot of my list for a super long time and finally got to stopping by. Very nice interior design and very good coffee. Definitely happy I stopped by and got to add another solid spot to my list☕️ @the_life_of_don @kilogramcafe #coffee #cafe #nyc
In the UES today, trying Marathon Coffee on 89th St… Wasn’t, the best cup of Joe ever but I guess it kinda hit the spot☕️ @the_life_of_don @marathon.coffee #nyc #coffee #cafe #ues
Can you buy me something?… No bro, I can’t. Smh, this had to be one of the most annoying ppl I’ve met. But anyways, that’s a review☕️ @iamalwayscaffeinated @kore.coffee @the_life_of_don
the gangs all here🙂↔️ @the_life_of_don @yaelyonah @enly_nyc @sophie_chaudhry #nyc #newyork #coffee #cafe #enly #soho
Review Throwback 3: the smallest cafe in NYC. Honestly love the vibe but the coffee… not so much☕️ @the_life_of_don @fellinicoffee #nyc #coffee #cafe #musttry
Took on little Collins with a special guest today. That French toast thingy was amazing js. But the coffee also pretty solid. Pretty toned down and flat but consistency was perfect☕️ @littlecollinsnyc #nyc #coffee #midtown
It’s finally that time folks. As I’ve had my fair share of coffee around the city, I thought I’d share with you 3 very good coffee drinks that are perfect for this warmer weather☕️ follow for me recs🫶 @the_life_of_don 🤝 @787coffee @lephin.nyc @enly_nyc #nyc #coffee #spring #cafe #soho
did you know there is a coffee shop tucked away in a NYC subway? now ya do☕️ SO to drip, todays wasn’t as good as usually but they usually 8+☕️ @the_life_of_don @yosephzampogna @dripcoffeenyc
Stopped by this nice little Vietnamese cafe in Brooklyn. Super nice owner recommended I try his matcha, coconut drink. Never was a huge matcha fan but this was very good and refreshing. Glad I stopped by☕️ @larryscaphe @the_life_of_don #nyc #coffee #cafe #brooklyn
Another day another cafe☕️ Coming in at 45/50 we’re at @ninthstreetespresso for a classic 🤌 #nyc #nycoffee #musttry #nyc
Pt.2 of 3 of my top 10 favorite coffee shops in Brooklyn. All very deserving☕️ @coffeebros @arabicausa @dripcoffeenyc @nostrandcoffeeroasters @seycoffee
Back again with the OG Sabio. He’s been in a handful of reviews throughout the journey. We basically always agree on scores. He’s got good taste☕️ anyways, amazing job Gather, I really really enjoyed it🫶 @gather_les @theonewhoknows #nyc #coffee #cafe #chinatown #review
Took on an Italian cafe in Brooklyn today with @forkingtasty // Personally, wasn’t a huge fan of the latte but maybe apparently they got an 8.1 cappuccino. Maybe I should’ve went with that☕️ @lellalimentari #nyc #newyork #coffee #brooklyn
I’ve teamed up with the legends at @coffeebros to showcase the top 10 coffee shops in Bushwick, BK… I’d say Bushwick has the highest density of great coffee shops so I find myself there a lot. So many options to sort through, but in my opinion, these are the most deserving☕️ @swallowcafenyc @loveless_coffees @caffevita @tildeathnyc #coffee #cafe #bushwick #nyc #mustry #newyork
The coffee definitely isn’t bad it’s just not my type yk☕️ @the_life_of_don @laughingmancoffee #coffee #cafe #tribeca
I love the interior and I think it’s a good cafe but the beans just aren’t for me. All love, happy I could get out there in get the review☕️ @the_life_of_don @mymokafe #coffee #nyc
I can be a little hike getting out there but if you can @villager_ny is a MUST!! #nyc #coffee #cafe
Learned a lot from today’s review. NYC coffee is overpriced but.. we’re aesthetic and set the trends😎 Thank you @helzzzrich for joining☕️ Cafe was v nice but the coffee was okay. Hope to reunite in London🏙 @thesoiree.ny #nyc #london #coffee #cafe #hellskitchen
I really think this cafe has soooo much potential. I know they’re new so maybe they’re figuring out the kinks still. Really hope yall get dialed in and rolling @greenburgcafe Follow @the_life_of_don for more!! #nyc #coffee #cafe #brooklyn #greenpoint
Today, walking through the West Village, I think I ended up in Italian heaven. Like actually. Every single thing here I tried(some off camera) was incredible. Also, the entire staff was soso kind and welcoming. So shoutout to Dominique and the entire team at @travelerspoetsandfriends I will definitely be back☕️ @the_life_of_don 🤝 @seeedominiquee #nyc #westvillage #italian #smallbusiness #coffee #pastry
Today’s episode of the Top 50 Coffee Shops in NYC is the pioneer @sweetleafnyc ☕️ really great classic espresso and some sick iced drinks for when it’s not freezing outside🫠 @the_life_of_don for more!! #coffee #nyc #newyork #nycoffee #musttry
Sometimes you have to take matters into your own hand🤌 but make it “Unregular” lol @the_life_of_don @unregularbakery #nyc #bakery #coffee #midtown #pizza #pastry #newyork
Episode #41 of NYC’s Best Coffee Shops☕️ an UWS staple for me @sotecoffeeroasters Link in bio for my best beans!! #nyc #coffee #cafe #newyork
So far the best coffee shop I’ve found in New Orleans. Sadly they’re going out of business and we caught them on their last day. Anyways, amazing work @spitfirenola and I hope to see yall return☕️ #nola #neworleans #mardigras #coffee #cafe
Who has the better cafes? The West Village or The East Village? I’m team east side, but the West Village has a super solid spots. Here’s some good options, with good vibes, for you to add to your list;) East Village is next☕️ @fellinicoffee @donotfeedalligators @plantshednyc #nyc #coffee #westvillage #cafe
Christmas music? Fck it, I thought maybe some of y’all need some Christmas spirit on this hot Tuesday. Anyways, pretty good coffee, that’s a review☕️ @the_life_of_don @gotannyc #nyc #coffee #cafe #tribeca #review
There’s a couple reasons I had to throw @varietycoffee on my top 50 list and one of them is that they stay open later than any other cafe I’ve seen. They’ve been there too many times when I need that 9pm coldbrew ☕️ #nyc #ny #nycoffee #musttry #midtown
Had a pleasure stopping by a nice neighborhood cafe. Kind staff and lattes in a bowl☕️ All in all, good work @ixvcoffee @the_life_of_don @fasonista #nyc #coffee #lattes #brooklyn
Coffee and Poke bowls, two of my favorite things. I believe this spot opened recently and I’m happy to see what they’re doing. I will def be back to try the poke bowl🙂↔️ nice work @versecafenyc Follow @the_life_of_don for more!! #nyc #coffee #cafe #mustry #astoria #queens #lic
Thanks for letting me see some behind the scenes @stumptowncoffee ☕️ Coffee was 🤌 #nyc #newyork #coffee #cafe #midtown
Here’s three spots for quality coffee in Midtown… Stay Caffeinated☕️ @arabicausa @devocionusa @watchhouse #nyc #coffee #cafe #midtown
There is very few great cafes in Harlem. I’m happy to have found another☕️ This pretty large cafe has tons of room to work, great interior, and great coffee. Really love what y’all are providing for the Harlem community🤝 @the_life_of_don @plowsharescoffee
Love the concept, love the seating, love the vibe but the coffee was ehh… gotta keep it honest. Anyways, cool to stop by and try it out☕️ @cafejoyeuxus @the_life_of_don #nyc #cafe #coffee☕️ #latte
Super sick getting a look behind the scenes of the roasting process. Definitely an interesting job, shoutout to Red House Roasters for hosting. Buy their beans in their bio with code “LIFEOFDON” to support with a discount☕️ @redhouseroasters @the_life_of_don #nyc #coffee #cafe #bts #roasting
You gotta try the cardamom brown latte.. that sh*t was 💎 @the_life_of_don @yafabrooklyn #brooklyncoffee #cafe #sunsetpark
my favorite review of all time. my favorite guest of all time. the one and only…. crazy lady on the street☕️ @the_life_of_don #coffee #cafe #newyork #uws
Coming in at #44 we’re at @suited_nyc in FIDI. Always a great multi roaster for whenever I want something a little different☕️ @the_life_of_don #nyc #nycoffee #fidi #bestcoffee
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