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The 25 Most Instagrammable Cafes in NYC

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.

Most Instagrammable Cafes in NYC
Bakeri in Greenpoint (Brooklyn)

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.


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