Editorial Review by Citysearch Editors

by Contributor

Coffee shop since 1908 sells low-priced roasts, flavored, specialty blends and rare imported teas. Gourmet gift baskets, coffee machines, too.

09/01/04

favorite coffe shop

by gibraltar_m

though i've lived in the city for only six years, i have a bit of an addiction for good coffee, so, of the MANY places i've tried, empire, by far, makes the best cup of coffee in new york. (have the house blend - last time i checked it was still only a buck 25 for a large - screw starbucks) but not only do they make good coffee, they are blend MASTERS. ask them what they'd recommend and try a couple - i've been amazingly surprized with the quality and variety of grinds they can conjure from their beans. service is sarcastic, warm hearted, and super quick (sometimes) - this place should be a new york staple.

• Pros: best coffee, inexpensive
• Cons: , grab and go only