Cream Coffee & Tea Shop — Restaurant in New York

If the word "cute" can be applied to a gourmet coffee & tea shop, then Cream is the place. There is such a homey, cheerful atmosphere here. The doughnuts, ice cream sandwiches and the delicious Hair Bender Coffee are top class. The barristas are knowledgeable and willing to recommend a combo that will offer a pleasing combination of flavors. The cranberry muffins are substantial without being so large you have leftovers. I also like the pear corn muffin.

I gave this 4 instead of 5 stars because I would like the muffins even more if it were possible to buy a pat of butter or a butter substitute made with yogurt. It would add to the enjoyment of a muffin and cup of coffee.

I also gave 1 less star because at peak times this little place fills up quickly. It is not fair that people who have just a cup of coffee stay at the tables working on laptops or tablets while other paying customers would like to sit, rest and enjoy their coffee before resuming their activities. I think 30 minutes is a fair amount of time to enjoy a muffin and coffee before the customer either buys another cup or graciously packs up and lets another customer enjoy a brief rest. I think management should be a little more...

This is my go to when I am out and about or too lazy to make my own. They recently changed their morning pastries as well and those are sooooo good! Their iced coffee is so what I always get. The taste is always consistent and you never get that old or burnt flavor, why? Because its fresh! I’ve had their teas too, iced and unsweetened. Those are amazing as well. Occasionally ill opt for the tea but their coffee wins. Their almond croissant is soft and crunchy. The everything bagel seasoning pastry with cream cheese is dangerously good. My favorite? The blueberry pastry danish thing but its always sold out by the time I go. I’ve gotten their donuts for my kids and they love them. I took a small bite to try it (parent tax) and that tiny bite was bursting with flavor. The staff is nice and they will always greet you with a smile. They have the option to pay with cash and they give you a 5% discount, WIN! (When i have cash that is lol). They are fast too, which...

This coffee shop is awesome! I’ve been a happy customer for awhile now : ) They offer oat milk which is what I take with my coffee & it’s a really good brand too— the Oatly brand. The employees are professional & polite. There is one employee in particular, although I haven’t seen her there recently which is unfortunate I hope she comes back, but she would give out compliments something like-“that’s a real nice purse”& talk to you about it. Very nice of her & spreading out good vibes, I really hope I see her here again.

I’m giving 4 stars only because they don’t let you use the bathroom now. I know it’s because of the pandemic but I’ve used bathrooms at other food establishments during this time, even when I picked up food from a restaurant. Hopefully they’ll look into that. Like I said though, overall it’s a great coffee shop & I really do enjoy getting...