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The World’s 100 Best Coffee Houses

Buddies Coffee

New York, United States

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST COFFEE HOUSES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 48 2026
Buddies Coffee

Small Williamsburg coffee shop on Grand Street run by owner Rachel, who roasts the beans herself. Puerto Rican touches shape the menu, led by the coquito latte and coquito matcha, with PR music playing.

Highlights

  • Coquito latte
  • Coquito matcha
  • House-roasted beans

Good to know

  • Small inside; seats and tables outside
  • Lines can stretch out the door
  • Bags of beans sold, also online

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