The Monkey Cup
“It's a really marvelous addition to the Hamilton Heights / Sugar Hill / Harlem neighborhood.”
“Monkey Cup you have a new customer and Starbucks you have some competition in Harlem because they wonderful people know their coffee-beans!!”
“The passion and science he applies to his cold brew is the true labor of love of a perfectionist.”
The Monkey Cup
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Inexpensive
7 reviews
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We were in New York for 8 days and we managed to stopped by The Monkey Cup three times. Their espresso drinks are delicious. From Vanilla latte to Iced Mocha. Super yummy. Their pastries are scrumptious from Spinach with Feta pastry to croissants.
I love how friendly they are too. I am having Monkey Cup withdrawal. I want to go back to Harlem & do that walk to Monkey cup for some cups :).
I am still trying to understand how no one has reviewed this marvelous place yet!
I am writing this review as I am sitting here and enjoying an iced mocha with almond milk and mixed berry muffin. I have been waiting for this establishment to open for sometime and stalking their Instagram for a grand opening date.
The decor is amazing and they have completely transformed this small space into a beautiful and inviting coffee haven. Immediately when I entered into the coffee shop I was welcomed. They have a couple of tables inside and a bar that sits along the window. They have a pretty simple menu which I love because I truly just love coffee minus all the syrups and random add in that some other place add in and mask the true taste of a good coffeebean. The baristas (which I believe are the owners as well) explained to me how they rotate the coffee beans almost each day. They are both from Venezuela and super sweet. They gave me a sample of the Kyotomonkey cold brew coffee and it was so refreshing. OMG. It is a must try
My coffee was perfect and my mixed berry muffin was delicious and moist.
Monkey Cup you have a new customer and Starbucks you have some competition in Harlem because they wonderful people know their coffee-beans!!
Monkey Cup is among the newcomers to the neighborhood, and we are glad to have 'em! There is minimal seating here, which is okay because their coffee is no joke, son. You wouldn't be able to sit still after a cup of their slow-drip Joe.
Their latte art is adorable, as is the decor. The owner is very nice and is always open to listening to her customers and accommodate any special requests she can.
Monkey Cup was quite a charming little coffee shop staffed by delightful people eager to please. When you walk in, look up. The ceiling is covered in ivy or some sort of vine-like plant that is really, really cool. The coffee itself was delicious, and the assortment of pastries we picked up were all super yummy, especially the guava cream cheese one. The couple who was behind the counter were wonderful… so pleasant, so eager to help us. The one complaint I guess I have is that it took a really long time for us to get four coffees. I don't know if they brew every cup to order, or if we just came late enough in the day that they didn't have a lot on hand. But I tried not to be too cranky about it because otherwise this was a really lovely little business.
These people treat coffee like art! From the timing to the measurement, they have the science behind a perfect cup of coffee down to a tee. The staff hand crafted the "Monkey Drip" (their plain hot coffee) in front of me, and it was amazing by itself without sugar or cream. I got a book from the public library down the block, and enjoyed the cup of coffee while I read. The coffee was $2.89 after tax. The overall experience? Priceless 🙂 Highly recommended!
Okay so I have a thing for coffee, particularly the soy cappuccinos and iced lattes. Even the cold brew is delicious, actually quite strong despite the mild flavor. The lavender tea is delicious considering its not coffee lol. They recently added vegan treats a few weeks ago, and have them available on weekends only. The vegan brownie will be the death of me, moist with chocolate chips and perfectly balanced.
I'm very pleased Monkey Cup found its way to this neighborhood that's for sure!
So I stumbled upon this little spot in Harlem. I can't say enough good things about it. First, I'm a bit of a coffee snob. So I have high standards. They more then lived up to them. They do an amazing pour over coffee, which is my go to. In addition, the cappuccinos and lattes are exceptional. Milk foamed perfectly, and the espresso pulled properly. For ice coffee they have two kinds. The normal kind, and a special kind that is brewed with a Japanese technique. Really strong, but delicious. They also have tea. They do a really good rooibos latte. They have a selection of delicious pastries. I recommend the guava and cream cheese one. Finally the owner and staff are fantastic. They are knowledgeable and accommodating. They really give the place a very neighborhood coffee shop feel. If you are in Harlem, definitely go here for coffee!!