There’s no better feeling than walking in to hot brewed coffee, aromatic teas, fresh-from-the-oven pastries, and aesthetically pleasing decor. New York City is filled with cafes serving delicious baked goods and drinks – and an added bonus is that some of these cafes make great spots for Instagram photos! Check out this list of the 25 most Instagrammable cafes in NYC.
Note: Please be considerate when taking photos inside any shops or cafes. First and foremost, support these local businesses by making a purchase. Secondly, ask for permission to take photos. Don’t let trying to get the perfect shot get in the way of the staff or other guests.
1. M Tea
36-56 Main St, Flushing, NY 11354
One of NYC’s newest Instagrammable cafes, M Tea in Flushing will fill your feed with beautiful pinks! I am absolutely obsessed with the hot air balloon couch. Grab a bubble tea and enjoy the whimsical decor.
2. Cafe Medi
107 Rivington St, New York, NY 10002
Serving Mediterranean cuisine inspired by the traditional dishes of Spain, Italy and France, Cafe Medi will be sure to delight your taste buds. Plus, the beautiful mosaic interior and aesthetic are added bonuses.
3. NoMo Kitchen
9 Crosby St, New York, NY 10013
Located in the NoMo Soho Hotel (which is also a popular NYC Instagram spot), NoMo Kitchen features a beautiful dining setting complete with dazzling chandeliers and plenty of greenery.
4. Pietro Nolita
174 Elizabeth St, New York, NY 10012
This eatery serves delicious Italian fare in a pretty pink setting! Another one of my favorite NYC Instagrammable cafes that is sure to add color to your feed.
5. L Room Cafe
41 W 14th St, New York, NY 10011
The pastries here look almost too good to eat! The key word is “almost” 🙂
6. Cha Cha Matcha
373 Broome St, New York, NY 10013
Matcha-lovers rejoice! A cafe where you can enjoy delicious matcha and take Instagrammable photos in NYC?!
7. Bakeri
105 Freeman St, Brooklyn, NY 11222
I love the floral wallpaper and the colorful chairs at this cafe in Brooklyn! The quiche and latte here were delicious.
8. Felix Roasting Co.
450 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10016
If you’re a coffee lover, you need to check out this innovative coffee shop and roasting company. Plus, this spot is so elegant and classy!
9. Eataly NYC Flatiron
200 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010
This Italian market showcases an array of cafes! Be sure to stop by throughout the year since the decorations are changed based on the season.
10. Sézane
This NYC Instagrammable shop is actually part cafe and part boutique! You can enjoy the best of both worlds and shop while enjoying a cup of coffee. The beautiful interchanging floral exterior and the cozy interior makes this one of my favorite spots.
11. Dylan’s Candy Bar
Check out this sweet spot! This colorful candy shop and cafe will be sure to add a pop of color to your Instagram feed.
12. The Blue Box Cafe
If you love Breakfast at Tiffany’s, then you’ll love this cafe that is decorated completely in Tiffany Blue!
13. Old Rose
113 Jane St, New York, NY 10014
Located in the Jane Hotel, Old Rose is a cafe and eatery serving Italian fare. It is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and drinks. Their brunch is absolutely delicious. Plus, just look at their interior!
14. Matchaful
359 Canal St, New York, NY 10013
I really can’t get enough of these matcha cafes! Love the beautiful green facade of the exterior and the aesthetically pleasing interior.
15. Blank Slate Tea
121 Madison Ave #3, New York, NY 10016
Sip on tea and enjoy small-bites in this pink hued cafe! P.S: You don’t have to wait until Wednesday to check out Blank Slate Tea 🙂
16. Milk & Roses
1110 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Doesn’t this Instagrammable NYC cafe make you want to curl up with a good book? This spot is both cozy and intimate.
17. Butler
101 N 8th Street, Brooklyn, New York
Grab a delicious baked good and rich espresso from this bakeshop and snap a shot of this pretty storefront!
18. Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters
159 Freeman St, Brooklyn, NY 11222
I’m loving the mismatched chairs at this cozy coffee shop!
19. Woops!
548 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Woops! serves macarons, pastries, and coffee in a cheerful and compact setting 🙂 This cafe is made for Instagram with its white wooden walls and tiled tabletops with vases of flowers.
20. Maman Greenpoint
80 Kent St, Brooklyn, NY 11222
I actually haven’t visited this cafe yet, but the pastries here look so good (especially the croissant). Let me know how you like it!
21. Petee’s Cafe
505 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205
The pink and green work so well together! No wonder yet another beautiful cafe features these colors.
22. Cafe Alula
252 Franklin St, Brooklyn, NY 11222
I want to eat everything on the menu here, and that statement is not an exaggeration.
23. Urban Backyard
180 Mulberry St, New York, NY 10012
Let’s be honest…doesn’t this spot look like the perfect place for a cup of coffee and people-watching?
24. Supermoon Bakehouse
120 Rivington St, New York, NY 10002
Check out Supermoon Bakehouse for the most unique baked goods in NYC. Their pastries are out of this world!
25. Bright Side
184 Kent Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11249
Lastly, I wanted to end this on a BRIGHT note. This cafe in Brooklyn serves different breakfast items such as bowls and toasts and a wide variety of drinks including espresso, coffee, juice, matcha, and smoothies.
I hope you’ve enjoyed this list of the 25 most Instagrammable cafes in NYC! Let me know how you liked these spots.