Birch Coffee — Restaurant in New York

Well slap me silly and call me Betty. Today I finally admitted it to myself: I am a birch b🌟tch!

I go through 2-2.5 punch cards a week😅

I have visited almost every location and this one is the best by far although 88th and 8th spruce hold a special part of my heart). I’ve never had a bad cup (disclaimer I once tried seasonal blend and did not love it!) The staff is so kind and thoughtful. They all have golden hearts.

In addition, I have a lot of allergies. Birch makes their own milk which is gluten free, vegan, and hormone friendly. FYI: I’m pretty sure every single shelf stable milk has a gum in it (Xantham gum, locust bean gum, etc.) which really upset my stomach. TBH most people don’t know about how bad those added gums are to their digestion until they give them up. Anyways since birch makes their own milk, I never feel sick after. The only other cafe in the city that I know makes their own milk is matchaful but they don’t sell coffee.

If I could change one thing, I would ask that the employees make an Instagram account for their store bc that’s 100% a missed opportunity @birch. Also, I would ask people to tip güd

I love you too Birch

Xoxo Lil😎

P.S. yup i did snag the last tahini chocolate chip cookie today

P.S.S see u tmr 🫡

#lowcalorie #glutenfree #vegan...

We were really looking forward to having a great experience here, especially after reading so many positive reviews. It honestly pains me to write this, but it needs to be said: allergies and intolerances should never be taken lightly.

My partner, who is lactose intolerant, had a severe reaction after drinking her order. We had specifically asked for oat milk, but it seems her drink may have been made with regular milk or topped with something containing dairy. The reaction she experienced was very similar to what happens when she consumes dairy without lactaid.

I will say the place was busy when we visited, but even under pressure, this kind of oversight is not excusable. Thankfully, her intolerance isn’t life-threatening like a peanut allergy might be—but that doesn’t make it any less serious. I hope this serves as a reminder of how important it is to double-check orders, especially when a dietary restriction is clearly...

After a night out with friends and waking up rather groggy and a bit under the weather from the night before, I was in need of some coffee to get my day going. Birch was recommended by a friend and was right around the corner from where we were so we decided to check it out. The quaint industrial ambiance of this small upper east side cafe is really cool and the coffee is among some of the best that I've tasted. They offer several different roasts and a couple different types of lattes, cappuccino, espressos, etc. I'll definitely be going back. Contemporary music with an eclectic palate of modern and traditional decor for a cafe definitely sets this place apart as a great cafe...