5 Affordable Cafes in East Village, New York NY
Updated 29 September 2026 · 9 cafes in East Village, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five affordable cafes for people in and around East Village, New York NY who want coffee, a quick bite or a relaxed place to sit. Places were filtered by Google price range, then ranked from Google ratings weighted by how many reviews each has. Nine qualifying businesses were considered. Each entry gives hours, address, key attributes and the details reviewers mention most, so you can choose by drink, food or atmosphere.
#1
787 Coffee
★ 4.9 (3,072 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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787 Coffee is a Latino-owned and LGBTQ+ owned small business at 101 2nd Ave, open daily from 7:30 am to 6 pm. Reviewers mention a rum-infused Americano that is non-alcoholic, a Coquito Latte, freshly made quesitos and a warm, welcoming counter team. Some describe it as more of a grab-and-go stop, and one reviewer notes there is no restroom. Outdoor seating, Wi-Fi and delivery are listed.
Best for: Rum bean coffee to go
- Address
- 101 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003, United States
- Hours
- daily 7:30 am–6 pm
#2
Sicily Osteria
★ 4.6 (3,550 Google reviews)Sicilian restaurant$30–90 per person
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Sicily Osteria is a Sicilian restaurant at 328-330 W 46th St in Hells Kitchen, near Times Square, open from noon into the late evening every day. Reviewers mention grilled octopus, cacio e pepe, tender meatballs, fresh pasta and a three-course lunch special. They describe attentive service that does not rush guests before a show. It also offers cocktails, a wine list, coffee, dessert, outdoor seating and a private dining room.
Best for: Pre-theater Italian meals
- Address
- 328-330 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12 am–11 pm; Mon 12–10 pm; Sat 12–11 pm; Sun 12–10 pm; Thu 12–11 pm; Tue 12–10 pm; Wed 12–11 pm
#3
SEALD Cafe
★ 4.7 (167 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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SEALD Cafe is an Asian-owned, Latino-owned and women-owned small business at 312 E 9th St. It is closed Mondays and open most other days from late morning to early evening. Reviewers mention matcha in several flavors, including a strawberry swirl made with house-made jam, strong coffee and well-made breakfast dishes. They also point to comfortable couches, natural light and relaxing music that make it a good place to work, though drinks can take a while.
Best for: Flavored matcha and working
- Address
- 312 E 9th St, New York, NY 10003, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–6:30 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–6 pm; Sun 10 am–6 pm; Thu 10 am–6 pm; Tue 12–5 pm; Wed 10 am–6 pm
#4
MUD aka Mudspot
★ 4.5 (1,252 Google reviews)Restaurant$1–30 per person
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MUD aka Mudspot is a restaurant at 307 E 9th St, open from early morning until 11 pm every day. Reviewers mention all-day brunch, an orange-lit dining room that opens into a larger back area with big windows, and quick, friendly service. They point to iced dirty chai with almond milk and fresh, flavorful plates, though one found the chicken dry. It can get packed, and it serves beer, cocktails and late-night food.
Best for: All-day brunch
- Address
- 307 E 9th St, New York, NY 10003, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–11 pm; Mon 7:30 am–11 pm; Sat 8 am–11 pm; Sun 8 am–11 pm; Thu 7:30 am–11 pm; Tue 7:30 am–11 pm; Wed 7:30 am–11 pm
#5
Lucky Cafe
★ 4.8 (81 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Lucky Cafe is a small coffee shop at 64 Avenue A, open from 7 or 8 am until late afternoon. It is listed as family friendly, LGBTQ+ friendly and a transgender safe space, and dogs are allowed inside and out. Reviewers mention a honey cloud latte, banana walnut muffins and a smooth strawberry matcha made with strawberry jam. They describe a cozy room with a few tables, nice lighting and kind staff.
Best for: Cozy lattes with your dog
- Address
- 64 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5 pm; Mon 7 am–5 pm; Sat 8 am–6 pm; Sun 8 am–6 pm; Thu 7 am–5 pm; Tue 7 am–5 pm; Wed 7 am–5 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 9 cafes in East Village, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google price range of ₹600 or less per person, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Sicily Osteria takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Lucky Cafe opens at 7 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
787 Coffee ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 3,072 reviews. Sicily Osteria is second at 4.6 from 3,550 reviews.
Which cafes in East Village, New York NY are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Sicily Osteria, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: 787 Coffee $1–10; Sicily Osteria $30–90; SEALD Cafe $10–20; MUD aka Mudspot $1–30; Lucky Cafe $1–10.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for SEALD Cafe and MUD aka Mudspot.
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