St Kilda Coffee
St Kilda Coffee: A Hidden Gem Below Hell's Kitchen
Nestled beneath the bustling streets of Hell's Kitchen, this cozy underground coffee haven offers a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels like a secret retreat from the city above. The intimate space, while limited in seating, perfectly accommodates individuals seeking a peaceful moment alone or small groups catching up over exceptional coffee.
The Coffee Experience
St Kilda Coffee takes their craft seriously, serving expertly prepared drinks that showcase beautiful latte art and perfectly textured milk foam. Their signature Cortado comes with a remarkable presentation, and the establishment proudly uses sustainable NUMILK almond milk, containing just almonds and water. Visitors rave about their espresso-based drinks, filter coffee, and dirty chai—all made with freshly roasted, high-quality beans that are also available for purchase.
Atmosphere & Amenities
The café's subterranean location creates a magical ambiance, offering a true escape from the hectic New York streets. Complimentary water is available, and the space includes options for both indoor and outdoor seating. The trendy yet casual environment welcomes everyone from solo workers with laptops to tourists and families.
Service
Friendly, efficient staff provide attentive service, creating a welcoming environment that stands out in a neighborhood dominated by chain coffee shops. The café accepts both credit cards and NFC mobile payments for convenience.
St Kilda Coffee serves as an authentic coffee destination for discerning coffee lovers, offering breakfast items and desserts alongside their exceptional beverages—a refreshing alternative to the numerous Starbucks locations in the area.
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7 months ago
Nice little cafe located below the streets of Hell Kitchen - cosy, nice and warm. Staff is efficient and polite. Free flow water available. Limited seating capacity but works for small groups or individuals looking for a quick coffee fix while wandering through the streets of New York. Reasonably priced and quality is very decent! Superb alternative to Starbucks. Light bites and savory treats also available in a small mini bar section to go with your coffee. Highly recommended!
3 months ago
t’s a small cafe but I really liked it. I got a caffe Latte and it was very good ! The barista made beautiful latte art and the foam milk was just perfect. I will come back here again
7 months ago
This review is about sustainability only! 🙂 By 2050, there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish. And of the plastic we make and consume today, over 95% of it does not actually get recycled. Instead, it ends up in landfills and our oceans, gets burned in incinerators, and breaks down into micro plastics that we consume and get sick from. I love that your coffee shop indeed has reusable mugs available, but I am saddened to see that the majority of people enjoying their coffee here are drinking from throwaway plastic cups. I wonder if you could encourage or model more sustainable coffee options for your customers by asking them if they will be enjoying their coffee on the premises. Or perhaps you could put up a sign that encourages or reminds people that they have a reusable mug option available in the house. Or perhaps you could offer a slight discount to those who bring in their own mugs. Communication is key, and I strongly believe that if more people knew they had the option to produce less waste, they would take it. Sadly, we have accepted this current state of plastic consumption as normal, when it absolutely is not. I hope you can help New Yorkers protect this waterfront city by the trash that goes into the city’s water, and waters around the world. Thank you for your consideration! I appreciate your space and I love your coffee, and your service is wonderful. Would love to see some additional sustainability measures and communications to match what is otherwise a great coffee experience.
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