71 Irving Place
New York, NY 10003-2220
Phone: (212) 995-5252
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- E 18th Street
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 7am-11pm, Fri 7am-12am , Sat 8am-12am , Sun 8am-11pm
Editorial Review for 71 Irving Place – by Rebecca Braverman
The Scene
For those of us who define "coffee shop" as a place to relax with reading material and a frothy latte, modern New York can be disappointing. Lucky Gramercy Park residents, though, have 71, the area's equivalent of Cheers. It's the New York you thought was long gone; orders are spoken, not yelled, and the staff knows the names of patrons' dogs. In nice weather, the outside benches are crowded with locals sipping iced coffee.
The Food
In addition to its potent, expertly made coffee drinks--beans come from upstate coffee roaster Irving Farm--71 stocks a full array of cakes, tarts, sandwiches and salads. Mornings bring crowds for great waffles, oatmeal and muffins; evenings pull a clientele eager for wine and cheese plates, Ciao Bella sundaes and banana splits. On sunny days, get your order to go for an impromptu picnic in the park--Union Square, that is, if you're without a Gramercy key.
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User Reviews for 71 Irving Place
05/17/2008 Posted by MichellePl
This is my go-to place. Meeting friends, after-dinner coffee, need to catch up on some work, Sunday brunch. Best coffee around. Always consistent. Good food: sandwiches, salads, yogurt, bagels, pastries. I highly recommend.
Pros: Excellent cup of coffee
Cons: Hard to get a seat sometimes
05/16/2008 Posted by Moriahnyc
I live in the area and I keep returning to 71, although I can get coffee at Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts or the local Food Emporium. What makes this place outstanding is their coffee. period. Once you have a sip you will understand. Often the staff do have attitude, but I think when the manager is there like yesterday they were on their best behavior. ok, back to the coffee--the house coffee bursts in your mouth with layers of body and a beautiful aroma. It is also not overly strong like Starbucks. The sinful delight tastes like there is melted chocolate in it, although there is no syrup. The coffee beans are also locally (Hudson Valley) roasted and hand blended daily. I feel the scene is full of NYU students in graduate programs, professors and local businesspeople which make it fun to hang out. it is also away from the masses of union square. I often go there to relax, read a bit, meet a friend, people watch. All and all a great little hideaway.
Pros: Gourmet Coffee, Cool Scene
Cons: At times-attitude by cashiers
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