Cafe Fun Time: A One-day Tour of Relaxing Cafes in New York City

  1. 9:00AM: Irving Farm Coffee Roasters
    10-minute walk from 96th St Subway Station

    Start the day right with a cup of fresh roast of coffee served with delicious pastries made daily by the shop. A coffee shop that takes its name seriously with beans sourced directly from the farm.

  2. 10:30AM: Bluestone Lane
    25-minute walk (1.3 miles) from Irving Farm Coffee Roasters

    Take a walk and enjoy sights en-route to the next stop. Bluestone Lane Cafe is an Australian-inspired coffee shop that serves coffee that is worth the wait. They also have a splendid seating area and lovely breakfast options such as avocado toasts.

  3. 12:00PM: The Elk
    15-minute ride via Subway from 28 St Subway Station to F train to 2 Av Subway Station and 5-minute walk

    The Elk is located in the East Village area. The cafe boasts of having a friendly atmosphere, and if you're a fan of bacon, their bacon, egg, and cheese on a brioche will be your new go-to. They also have seating on their outdoor patio.

  4. 2:00PM: Saltwater Coffee
    20-minute subway ride from 2 Av Subway Station to A train and 5-minute walk

    With a motto of "coffee roasted for every season," Saltwater Coffee is a spot that serves excellent coffee, tea, and homemade pastries. It offers a perfect vibe for quick conversations and mesmerizing favorite tunes.

  5. 3:30PM: Culture Espresso
    7-minute walk from 50th St Subway Station

    Culture Espresso is a cafe that takes its espresso seriously, and this fact is exemplified by their attention to detail in crafting the perfect cup of espresso. They also offer a variety of pastries and sandwiches as food options.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Irving Farm Coffee Roasters (1 hour, $10)
  • Bluestone Lane (1.5 hour, $15)
  • The Elk (2 hours, $20)
  • Saltwater Coffee (1.5 hours, $14)
  • Culture Espresso (1.5 hours, $10)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 6.5 hours, $69

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit other nearby cafes such as Stumptown Coffee Roasters, Birch Coffee, or Grumpy's Coffee. If you have less time, you can consider only visiting Irving Farm Coffee Roasters and Culture Espresso in their route. Remember to factor in the travel time.

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