5 Cafes with Outdoor Seating in Washington Heights, New York NY
Updated 29 September 2026 · 9 cafes in Washington Heights, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list gathers five cafes in and around Washington Heights, New York, that Google lists with outdoor seating, for anyone who wants coffee or a meal outside. Nine qualifying places were considered, then ranked from Google ratings weighted by review count. It helps remote workers, runners, families and visitors pick a spot by hours, menu and atmosphere. Each entry sticks to listed details and what reviewers mention rather than first-hand visits.
#1
Duaa’s Cafe
★ 4.8 (220 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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Duaa's Cafe is a women-owned coffee shop at 500 W 162nd St, open daily until 5 pm. Reviewers mention a smooth cold brew, a horchata latte and a caramel macchiato, along with an extensive menu of breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes. Regulars point to staff who remember their orders and a large storefront window. Wi-Fi, outdoor seating and delivery are listed.
Best for: Horchata lattes and breakfast
- Address
- 500 W 162nd St, New York, NY 10032, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5 pm; Mon 7 am–5 pm; Sat 8 am–5 pm; Sun 8 am–5 pm; Thu 7 am–5 pm; Tue 7 am–5 pm; Wed 7 am–5 pm
#2
Buunni Coffee - Pinehurst
★ 4.7 (416 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Buunni Coffee on Pinehurst Ave is a Black-owned and women-owned coffee shop in Hudson Heights, open daily until 5 pm. Reviewers mention excellent lattes and cortados, vegan scones and muffins, chive and cheddar scones, and knowledgeable, friendly staff. Some note pastries sell out early and food prices run a bit high. Regulars say the owners support community events. Wi-Fi and outdoor seating are listed.
Best for: Espresso drinks and vegan pastries
- Address
- 213 Pinehurst Ave, New York, NY 10033, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5 pm; Mon 7 am–5 pm; Sat 8 am–5 pm; Sun 8 am–5 pm; Thu 7 am–5 pm; Tue 7 am–5 pm; Wed 7 am–5 pm
#3
The Chipped Cup
★ 4.6 (904 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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The Chipped Cup at 3610 Broadway is an Asian-owned and women-owned coffee shop open daily until 5 pm. Reviewers mention a cozy, tucked-away space with a patio out back, gluten-free options, bagels and well-made iced lattes. One reviewer found the acai bowl too soupy despite good service. The listing includes vegan and vegetarian options, catering, delivery and a setup suited to laptop work.
Best for: Coffee on a back patio
- Address
- 3610 Broadway, New York, NY 10031, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5 pm; Mon 7 am–5 pm; Sat 8 am–5 pm; Sun 8 am–5 pm; Thu 7 am–5 pm; Tue 7 am–5 pm; Wed 7 am–5 pm
#4
Break Away Cafe
★ 4.8 (132 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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Break Away Cafe at 71 Cabrini Blvd opens daily, running until 7 pm on most days. Reviewers mention Middle Eastern dishes such as jachnun, burekas, sabich, shakshuka sandwiches, falafel bowls, hummus with fresh pita, and flaky sfogliatelle. They describe everything as made fresh, with strong vegetarian choices and warm service. Beer, wine, outdoor seating and gender-neutral toilets are listed.
Best for: Middle Eastern brunch plates
- Address
- 71 Cabrini Blvd, New York, NY 10033, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–7 pm; Mon 7:30 am–7 pm; Sat 7 am–7 pm; Sun 7 am–6 pm; Thu 7:30 am–7 pm; Tue 7:30 am–7 pm; Wed 7:30 am–7 pm
#5
Buunni Coffee - Inwood
★ 4.6 (434 Google reviews)Cafe$1–10 per person
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Buunni Coffee in Inwood is at 4961 Broadway, open daily until 4:30 pm. Reviewers mention a bright, spacious room with natural light, reliable Wi-Fi, a well-kept bathroom, seasonal drinks such as a raspberry white mocha, and beans to take home. One reviewer reports orders made incorrectly. Live performances, beer and wine, outdoor seating and wheelchair-accessible seating are listed.
Best for: Reading or working in natural light
- Address
- 4961 Broadway, New York, NY 10034, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–4:30 pm; Mon 7:30 am–4:30 pm; Sat 8 am–4:30 pm; Sun 8 am–4:30 pm; Thu 7:30 am–4:30 pm; Tue 7:30 am–4:30 pm; Wed 7:30 am–4:30 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 9 cafes in Washington Heights, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Outdoor seating”, 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
- For an early start, Duaa’s 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?
Duaa’s Cafe ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 220 reviews. Buunni Coffee - Pinehurst is second at 4.7 from 416 reviews.
Which cafes in Washington Heights, New York NY are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Break Away Cafe, at 7 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Duaa’s Cafe $10–20; Buunni Coffee - Pinehurst $1–10; The Chipped Cup $10–20; Break Away Cafe $10–20; Buunni Coffee - Inwood $1–10.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Buunni Coffee - Pinehurst and Buunni Coffee - Inwood.
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