5 Best Family-Friendly Cafes in East Harlem, New York NY
Updated 29 September 2026 · 8 cafes in East Harlem, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five cafes in and around East Harlem, New York that Google marks as family friendly. It is for parents, neighbors and visitors looking for a coffee stop with food and room to sit. Eight qualifying cafes were considered, and the list is ranked by Google rating weighted by how many people left one. Each entry covers hours, location, features and what reviewers mention, so you can choose a cafe that suits your group before heading out in East Harlem.
#1
The Monkey Cup
★ 4.7 (803 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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The Monkey Cup is a coffee shop at 1965 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, open daily from 7 am to 6 pm. Reviewers mention the monkeyccino, a Spanish latte, pastries, and made-from-scratch arepas served Friday through Sunday mornings into the afternoon. They describe it as busy with ample seating, artwork and bookshelves, and one suggests asking for less sweetener. It is listed as women-owned and offers vegetarian options.
Best for: Arepas and a lingering coffee
- Address
- 1965 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, NY 10026, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–6 pm
#2
Super Nice Coffee and Bakery
★ 4.7 (612 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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This coffee shop and bakery at 156 E 117th St opens at 8 am on weekdays and 10 am on weekends. Reviewers mention yeast doughnuts, including vegan versions, with maple, glazed, chili mango and maple pecan among the favorites, plus peanut butter cookies. Some suggest ordering ahead to skip the wait. It offers vegan and vegetarian options, delivery and catering, and has a cozy, casual feel.
Best for: Doughnuts, including vegan ones
- Address
- 156 E 117th St, New York, NY 10035, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–5 pm; Mon 8 am–5 pm; Sat 10 am–4 pm; Sun 10 am–4 pm; Thu 8 am–5 pm; Tue 8 am–5 pm; Wed 8 am–5 pm
#3
Indomable Coffee
★ 4.8 (252 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Indomable Coffee is at 228 E 116th St, open 7 am to 4 pm on weekdays and 8 am to 4 pm on weekends. Reviewers mention horchata coffee, waffles and chilaquiles with green and red salsa, and note that a restaurant has opened next door. They describe attentive service and staff who will switch to Spanish. It is listed as Latino-owned and women-owned, with outdoor seating and delivery.
Best for: Brunch with Mexican dishes
- Address
- 228 E 116th St, New York, NY 10029, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–4 pm; Mon 7 am–4 pm; Sat 8 am–4 pm; Sun 8 am–4 pm; Thu 7 am–4 pm; Tue 7 am–4 pm; Wed 7 am–4 pm
#4
Dell'Aria - Italian Love for Coffee
★ 4.7 (286 Google reviews)Cafe$1–10 per person
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Dell'Aria is an Italian cafe at 232 E 111th St that roasts and sells its own beans. Reviewers mention cold brew, drip coffee and moka pot brews, plus plenty of indoor seating, restrooms and free Wi-Fi. Some find the service warm and others describe it as distant. It is open 8 am to 5 pm on weekdays and 9 am to 5 pm on weekends, with sidewalk tables and vegan options.
Best for: Italian coffee and laptop time
- Address
- 232 E 111th St, New York, NY 10029, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–5 pm; Mon 8 am–5 pm; Sat 9 am–5 pm; Sun 9 am–5 pm; Thu 8 am–5 pm; Tue 8 am–5 pm; Wed 8 am–5 pm
#5
Sugar Hill Cafe
★ 4.6 (1,044 Google reviews)Cafe$10–20 per person
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Sugar Hill Cafe is at 410 W 145th St, open 7 am to 4:30 pm on weekdays and 9 am to 3 pm on weekends. Reviewers mention lavender, Nutella and vanilla lattes, rose matcha, avocado toast and Sunday brunch, and describe a calm, welcoming space where guests are not rushed to order. Free tap water is available. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dessert, with vegetarian options and occasional live performances.
Best for: Specialty lattes and weekend brunch
- Address
- 410 W 145th St, New York, NY 10031, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–4:30 pm; Mon 7 am–4:30 pm; Sat 9 am–3 pm; Sun 9 am–3 pm; Thu 7 am–4:30 pm; Tue 7 am–4:30 pm; Wed 7 am–4:30 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 8 cafes in East Harlem, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Family friendly”, 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
- Sugar Hill Cafe takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, The Monkey Cup 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?
The Monkey Cup ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 803 reviews. Super Nice Coffee and Bakery is second at 4.7 from 612 reviews.
Which cafes in East Harlem, New York NY are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is The Monkey Cup, at 6 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: The Monkey Cup $1–10; Super Nice Coffee and Bakery $1–10; Dell'Aria - Italian Love for Coffee $1–10; Sugar Hill Cafe $10–20. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for The Monkey Cup, Super Nice Coffee and Bakery, Indomable Coffee, Dell'Aria - Italian Love for Coffee and Sugar Hill Cafe.
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