5 Best Places for Breakfast in Flatiron, New York NY
Updated 29 September 2026 · 5 cafes in Flatiron, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide covers five places around Flatiron in Manhattan that Google lists for breakfast, useful for commuters, visitors and anyone who wants coffee and something to eat before work. Only businesses carrying the breakfast tag were considered, then ranked by Google rating weighted by review count. The list includes a Puerto Rican coffee shop, a sit-down cafe and two espresso counters inside Eataly. Each entry uses the listed hours, address, attributes and what reviewers mention.
#1
787 Coffee Co.
★ 4.8 (5,884 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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787 Coffee Co. at 251 W 30th St specializes in Puerto Rican coffee and opens at 7 am most days, 8 am on Sunday, until 8 pm. Reviewers mention a coquito latte, a tres leches coffee, horchata, matcha and a vanilla iced latte served in a pouch. They describe a lively room with plenty of seating and people working on laptops. Google lists it as Latino-owned and LGBTQ+ owned.
Best for: Puerto Rican coffee drinks
- Address
- 251 W 30th St, New York, NY 10001, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–8 pm; Mon 7 am–8 pm; Sat 7 am–8 pm; Sun 8 am–8 pm; Thu 7 am–8 pm; Tue 7 am–8 pm; Wed 7 am–8 pm
#2
Slate Cafe NoMad
★ 4.5 (1,667 Google reviews)Cafe$10–20 per person
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Slate Cafe NoMad at 121 Madison Ave opens at 7:30 am on weekdays and 8 am on weekends, closing at 5 pm. Reviewers mention quick breakfasts, a ciabatta sandwich, a flank steak sandwich, a pesto chicken bowl and pumpkin muffins. They also note a small, busy room where tables are first come, first served and waits can happen. Google lists it as women-owned, with outdoor seating and organic dishes.
Best for: Quick sit-down breakfast
- Address
- 121 Madison Ave #5, New York, NY 10016, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–5 pm; Mon 7:30 am–5 pm; Sat 8 am–5 pm; Sun 8 am–5 pm; Thu 7:30 am–5 pm; Tue 7:30 am–5 pm; Wed 7:30 am–5 pm
#3
Caffè Vergnano 1882
★ 4.2 (57 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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Caffè Vergnano 1882 is a small espresso counter inside Eataly at 200 5th Ave, open daily from 7 am to 11 pm. Reviewers mention strong espresso shots, a friendly and knowledgeable team, and a thick hot chocolate drink. One reviewer notes that the stall focuses on espresso drinks without milk. Google lists fast service, a bar on site and card and mobile payments.
Best for: A fast morning espresso
- Address
- 200 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–11 pm
#4
Caffè Lavazza.
★ 4.2 (278 Google reviews)Cafe
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Caffè Lavazza. sits inside Eataly on 5th Ave, open daily from 7 am to 11 pm, across from Madison Square Park. Reviewers mention good coffee, a croissant, bench seating and indoor and outdoor spots, and say early mornings are less crowded. One reviewer calls it consistent but standard. Google lists reservations, wine, a bar on site, a restroom and wheelchair-accessible entrance and toilet.
Best for: Coffee and croissant by the park
- Address
- 5th Ave #200, New York, NY 10010, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–11 pm
#5
Coffee Project New York
★ 4.2 (390 Google reviews)Cafe$10–20 per person
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Coffee Project New York at 155 7th Ave opens at 7 am on weekdays and 8 am on weekends, closing at 5:30 pm. Reviewers mention cappuccinos, matcha lattes, hojicha, banana bread, avocado toast with feta and sourdough, and note coffee beans for sale and classes on offer. One reviewer finds the room echoey. Google lists it as women-owned, with vegan options and laptop-friendly seating.
Best for: Matcha and avocado toast
- Address
- 155 7th Ave, New York, NY 10011, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5:30 pm; Mon 7 am–5:30 pm; Sat 8 am–5:30 pm; Sun 8 am–5:30 pm; Thu 7 am–5:30 pm; Tue 7 am–5:30 pm; Wed 7 am–5:30 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 5 cafes in Flatiron, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Breakfast”, 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
- Caffè Lavazza. takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, 787 Coffee Co. 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 Co. ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 5,884 reviews. Slate Cafe NoMad is second at 4.5 from 1,667 reviews.
Which cafes in Flatiron, New York NY are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Caffè Vergnano 1882, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: 787 Coffee Co. $10–20; Slate Cafe NoMad $10–20; Caffè Vergnano 1882 $10–20; Coffee Project New York $10–20. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Caffè Lavazza..
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