Lenox Coffee
“What a pleasant surprise to find such a gem in Harlem (perhaps another testament to the rapid gentrification occurring in the area).”
“And unlike the other places that open up, this place is welcoming and the coffee is delicious, especially paired with those almond croissants.”
“Make sure to come early, the place fills fast, as it should–it's a great coffee shop.”
Lenox Coffee
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Caters: Yes
Good for Working: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Under $10
8 reviews
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This spot probably wouldn't have such a good rating had it been in a neighborhood with more artisan coffee shops like it. It serves salads, soups, sandwiches, pastries and wine. Coffee is from stumptown. Pretty good macchiato but I noticed that the boxed salads didn't look very fresh bc the avocado already turned very spotty. Vibe is cool though and it definitely gets packed.
Lenox is my absolute favorite coffee shop and a great addition to this part of Harlem.
I go to Lenox, way more than I should. I'm talking to the point that my family bought me an espresso machine for my birthday, I think as a way of an intervention. The space is small, but it has a very traditional coffee shop feel. Dark reclaimed woods, chipping shabby chic metal, and trendy lightbulbs reminiscent of a Mumford and Sons music video.
Beyond atmosphere, the espresso is well prepared by skilled baristas. They use Stumptown coffee and if you're a latte person like me you cannot go wrong with an iced one on a hot day. I'm not entirely sure where they source their baked goods from, but they have a wide selection and excellent chocolate croissants (which is really all I care about). Recently they've also expanded to have a few sandwich and salad options.
Ultimately it's a really nice alternative to chain coffee shops. It has a neighborhood feel. For example, one day their credit card machine was down in the morning-perhaps it was the look of sheer terror on my face, but they told me, "We know you just pay for it tomorrow." It's the little things like that that make you feel like you belong in New York.
Tip: They offer a free drink after you order 10 drinks so make sure to get your card stamped.
After a filing lunch, I needed a pick me up. Googled coffee shops in Harlem and Lennox popped up… Only a few blocks away. The scaffolding outside made the shop a bit hidden but there was a large banner [very helpful].
Walked in and saw a packed house… Somewhat rainy/dreary day so it felt like a quaint neighborhood chill spot. The interior was really charming with touches of industrial, shabby chic, and flea market finds–pretty awesome.
There is seating but as others noted, it is pretty tight. We managed to score a window seat next to the milk/sugar stand.
There was an equipment malfunction that resulted in brewing new coffee–added 5 minutes, but wasn't a deal breaker. I rarely get a chance to ''chill'' at coffee shops when I'm in philly so i was enjoying people watching and talking with my friend.
The coffee was done, piping hot and fresh. I really liked the coffee [I drink it black]. I'd rank this pretty high on my list of good plain coffees I've had. Definitely a spot to stop by and recharge if you're in the area!!
Good find.
Super cute coffee shop up in Harlem with delicious coffee. Came here on a rainy day following brunch at Red Rooster back in 2013. Loved it.
This is such a great spot to enjoy coffee and food with friends, which we did for 3 hours on a recent trip to Harlem. We all enjoyed our coffees and egg salad croissants. The egg salad was seasoned perfectly and included thinly sliced cucumber, which gave it a nice fresh crunch. The croissant didn't completely fall apart in my hands, which was appreciated as I'm not a fan of messy food. When we first arrived, seating was very limited but as the afternoon progressed, the traffic died down some and plenty of tables were available, allowing us to continue catching up with friends. We had very friendly service, and it was apparent everyone working there takes a lot of pride in their establishment, focusing upon ensuring happy customers.
I am in love! What a pleasant surprise to find such a gem in Harlem (perhaps another testament to the rapid gentrification occurring in the area). I stopped by to get some studying done at around 10am on a weekday. The place was packed with casual coffee drinkers and people who were feverishly working on their laptops. I was worried I wouldn't be able to find a spot, but the place cleared up by the time my food was ready.
I ordered the egg salad croissant breakfast sandwich and it was absolutely delicious. The croissant was soft and lightly toasted and the egg salad inside was paired with slices of cucumbers. Yum! I also tried the iced matcha green tea latte, which I enjoyed a lot as well. I actually prefer the ones they serve here over the ones at Starbucks (which can taste ridiculously sweet and artificial sometimes).
Everyone working behind the counters were pleasant and friendly. Free 2-hour wifi with purchase and outlets scattered against the walls throughout the store. Plenty of natural sunlight as well. It can get a bit noisy, but other than that… Lenox Coffee is an awesome spot to study, hang out, grab a quick bite, etc.
Can't wait to come back!
Lenox coffee was so close to getting the 5th star but alas the bathroom ruined it for them. I was here only once but the coffee was defiantly worth coming back for. Customer service was on point and they surprisingly got my order exactly how I like it. While waiting for my cup of joe, I went to the bathroom. I regretting going to their bathroom. There was no toilet paper and it wasn't exactly the "cleanest" but I guess when you have a line outside the door, you have to prioritize your responsibilities. Bottom line is Lenox coffee is a great establishment and they defiantly know what they're doing but the bathroom really ruined it for me. I will be back and hopefully bump them up to that fith star.
Love this little coffee house gem in the heart of Harlem. Tucked neatly away just off of 125th street, Lenox is coffee house culture embodied. Rich wood fixtures are mixed with vintage flair behind the counter and just the right amount of artistic touches. Seating is fairly communal as the space isn't too large; be a neighbor and share your extra chair if the place fills up.
Great coffee, yummy selection of pastries both sweet and savory, prices are fairly reasonable. They also have wifi if you're looking for a charming place to get some work (or not) done.