5 Underrated Cafes in DUMBO, New York NY Worth Trying
Updated 29 September 2026 · 7 cafes in DUMBO, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list points to smaller DUMBO cafes that have strong Google ratings but have not yet collected huge review counts. We looked at seven businesses rated 4.4 or higher with fewer than 400 reviews, then ranked them by Google rating weighted by review count. It is meant for locals, office workers and visitors who want a good coffee stop away from the busiest lines. Each entry covers hours, address and what reviewers mention about drinks, food and the space.
#1
Fishs Eddy Coffee Bar
★ 5 (25 Google reviews)Cafe$1–10 per person
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Fishs Eddy Coffee Bar is a coffee counter at 81 Front St, open 8 am to 4 pm on weekdays, 9 am to 5 pm Saturday and 9 am to 4 pm Sunday. Its price range is listed as $1-10. Reviewers keep mentioning the old-fashioned egg cream, along with fast, welcoming staff and good music. Several like grabbing a coffee and then browsing the shop. It offers takeaway and dine-in, and has a wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Best for: Egg cream and a quick coffee
- Address
- 81 Front St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–4 pm; Mon 8 am–4 pm; Sat 9 am–5 pm; Sun 9 am–4 pm; Thu 8 am–4 pm; Tue 8 am–4 pm; Wed 8 am–4 pm
#2
maman
★ 4.8 (142 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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maman is a bakery and coffee shop at 66 Water St, open 7:30 am to 6 pm on weekdays and 8 am to 6 pm on weekends. Reviewers describe a beautiful, stylish interior with ample seating and a cozy feel. Pastries get strong praise, with the nutty chocolate chip cookie and the beignet named, and one reviewer enjoyed the beef sandwich with lattes. A few reviewers felt prices ran a bit high.
Best for: Pastries in a stylish sit-down space
- Address
- 66 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–6 pm; Mon 7:30 am–6 pm; Sat 8 am–6 pm; Sun 8 am–6 pm; Thu 7:30 am–6 pm; Tue 7:30 am–6 pm; Wed 7:30 am–6 pm
#3
Red Coffee Stand
★ 4.7 (264 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Red Coffee Stand is a tiny stand at 147 Front St, open 7:30 am to 4 pm on weekdays and 8 am to 5 pm on weekends. Reviewers mention rich, smooth cappuccinos and Americanos, and loyalty cards you stamp on the spot. Weekend visitors to the Brooklyn Flea pass right by it. Some regulars say the staff remember their order, while others note the cost adds up and lines can get long.
Best for: Morning espresso on the go
- Address
- 147 Front St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–4 pm; Mon 7:30 am–4 pm; Sat 8 am–5 pm; Sun 8 am–5 pm; Thu 7:30 am–4 pm; Tue 7:30 am–4 pm; Wed 7:30 am–4 pm
#4
Pura Vida - Dumbo
★ 4.6 (281 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Pura Vida - Dumbo is at 79 Front St and keeps longer hours, 7 am to 9 pm most days and 7 am to 8 pm on Sunday. Reviewers mention an avocado smash and a watermelon and coconut water drink, a relaxed, well-curated space and friendly register staff. One reviewer found the music too loud. The listing notes a wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, toilet and car park.
Best for: Evening bites and fresh drinks
- Address
- 79 Front St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–9 pm; Mon 7 am–9 pm; Sat 7 am–9 pm; Sun 7 am–8 pm; Thu 7 am–9 pm; Tue 7 am–9 pm; Wed 7 am–9 pm
#5
usagi
★ 4.5 (385 Google reviews)Art gallery
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usagi at 163 Plymouth St combines an art gallery, cafe and bookstore, and is open 9 am to 5 pm on weekdays and 10 am to 5 pm on weekends. Reviewers mention a calm, artsy atmosphere that works for studying or chatting, and drinks such as an iced sakura matcha. Mugs, plates and matcha bowls are sold on site. One reviewer found it warm inside. It has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and toilet.
Best for: Studying among art and ceramics
- Address
- 163 Plymouth St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–5 pm; Mon 9 am–5 pm; Sat 10 am–5 pm; Sun 10 am–5 pm; Thu 9 am–5 pm; Tue 9 am–5 pm; Wed 9 am–5 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 7 cafes in DUMBO, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then rated 4.4 or higher on Google but with fewer than 400 reviews. 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, Pura Vida - Dumbo 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?
Fishs Eddy Coffee Bar ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 25 reviews. maman is second at 4.8 from 142 reviews.
Which cafes in DUMBO, New York NY are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Pura Vida - Dumbo, at 9 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Fishs Eddy Coffee Bar $1–10. The others do not list a price range.
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