5 Cafes in Lower East Side, New York NY That Serve Alcohol
Updated 29 September 2026 · 9 cafes in Lower East Side, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five cafes on the Lower East Side, New York NY that serve alcohol alongside coffee, for anyone who wants a latte in the morning and a drink later on. Places were chosen from Google listings marked as serving alcohol, then ranked by Google rating weighted by review count. Each entry covers hours, address, key attributes and what reviewers mention about drinks, food and atmosphere.
#1
Embriago Coffee
★ 4.8 (458 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Embriago Coffee is at 5 Rivington St, open 7 am to 5 pm on weekdays and a little later on weekends. It has a bar on site, outdoor seating and Wi-Fi. Reviewers mention Parlor coffee, a foamy shaken oat espresso and an einspanner latte, and several praise the barista's knowledge. Seating is limited, and one reviewer noted drinks were left on the counter without being called.
Best for: Specialty espresso drinks
- Address
- 5 Rivington St, New York, NY 10002, 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
#2
Dreamers Coffee House
★ 4.8 (258 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Dreamers Coffee House is at 54W Henry St, open daily from 8 am to 5 pm. It serves beer and cocktails as well as coffee, with indoor and outdoor seating. Reviewers mention Japanese-inspired lattes, creamy iced vanilla and chai lattes, and egg breakfast sandwiches. The space is small, with only a handful of tables, and reviewers describe service as kind and quick.
Best for: Lattes and breakfast sandwiches
- Address
- 54W Henry St, New York, NY 10002, United States
- Hours
- daily 8 am–5 pm
#3
Tipsy Village
★ 4.9 (140 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Tipsy Village is at 201 Allen St, open from 8 am, with evening hours until 10 pm Thursday through Sunday. It offers beer, wine, cocktails and happy-hour drinks along with breakfast, brunch and dessert. Reviewers describe a large, clean space with wood tables, brick walls and bean bag seating. Matcha drinks come up often, including a coconut cloud matcha with a foam top.
Best for: Matcha by day, drinks at night
- Address
- 201 Allen St Store 2, New York, NY 10002, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–10 pm; Mon 8 am–8 pm; Sat 8 am–10 pm; Sun 8 am–10 pm; Thu 8 am–10 pm; Tue 8 am–8 pm; Wed 8 am–8 pm
#4
Dudleys
★ 4.4 (1,940 Google reviews)Restaurant$20–30 per person
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Dudleys is a restaurant at 85 Orchard St, open daily from 9 am to midnight and serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. It is noted for cocktails, beer, wine and coffee, with outdoor seating and wheelchair-accessible seating and toilet. Reviewers recommend the banana bread with honeycomb butter, an egg sandwich with crispy hash brown and a crispy rice salad. Many praise consistent food and friendly service.
Best for: Brunch through late dinner
- Address
- 85 Orchard St, New York, NY 10002, United States
- Hours
- daily 9 am–12 am
#5
Round K COFFEE ROASTERS
★ 4.4 (757 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Round K COFFEE ROASTERS is at 78 Canal St, open daily from 8 am to 7 pm. It offers beer, cocktails and happy-hour drinks, with outdoor seating and a setup good for working on a laptop. Reviewers mention a strong sound system, varied seating and a spiced handmade ginger ale. Several note that earlier signature drinks and brunch dishes are no longer on the menu.
Best for: Laptop work with music
- Address
- 78 Canal St, New York, NY 10002, United States
- Hours
- daily 8 am–7 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 9 cafes in Lower East Side, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Alcohol”, 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
- Dudleys and Round K COFFEE ROASTERS take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Embriago Coffee 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?
Embriago Coffee ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 458 reviews. Dreamers Coffee House is second at 4.8 from 258 reviews.
Which cafes in Lower East Side, New York NY are open late?
Dudleys stays open until 12 am.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Embriago Coffee $1–10; Dreamers Coffee House $1–10; Tipsy Village $1–10; Dudleys $20–30; Round K COFFEE ROASTERS $1–10.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Dreamers Coffee House.
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