Double Dutch Espresso

Great coffee and vibes. Quick service and taste profile was bold and smooth for a cap to go. I love the morning vibe of this place with local Harlemites grabbing a coffee and reading a paper. It also has a cute outside seating area.

Love the vibe there and welcoming service, Seth is super friendly and make us good drinks , has many comfortable sitting area , will come back

It was pretty hectic in there. The ordering process was okay, but they don't add names or a number to your order, so it got really confusing as to what was who's. It is a pretty small space, so if you're a larger group be prepared to not eat there. Ambience was nice, food was also pretty delicious.

I come here multiple times a week and Im fed up with the lack of care in the service. The manager is the ONLY person who makes a consistently good drink. Everyone else has no care and is always hit or miss. The food? Overpriced and underwhelming. The chef is ALWAYS late in the morning. The women servers always have an attitude and they ALWAYS over charge me $9 -$10 for a SMALL iced late whenever they are at the register. This morning I come with my dog as I do every weekend & am told “we cant allow dogs anymore until the health inspector comes by” . Is the place dog friendly or not?! Not only that but i was given ATTITUDE as if the cafe doesn’t usually allow dogs?! Just blatantly nasty as if I’m doing something out of the ordinary. (The two young women) If the manager isn’t in there I usually just go to Starbucks across the street but I was willing to settle for a mediocre over priced iced late from the young ladies just because I had planned to do some work there today. Anyway, I kept giving chances because it’s on my way to the garage in the morning and Starbucks is always over crowded but unfortunately, i’ll be finding a new daily spot. I do think this place would thrive under new staff. Making coffee is a job and a service not a niche personality trait or aesthetic — Not every barista needs to act like a disillusioned poet trapped behind an espresso machine.

The breakfast burrito was very bad, cold inside and without anything apart from egg and (cold) potato. Plus we waited for a while, our coffee got cold. For a 29 usd breakfast we were not satisfied.

The best service, the staff is professional and nice. A great place to work on a laptop. The coffee itself is excellent and so are the pastries. I highly recommend the place; Thank you very much friends.

Nice cafe for its historic, yet hipster setup and vibe. Alot of people come here to work and they have a bar side as well. Also some games like darts and light pastries. There are few outlets and the wifi is a bit shirt so can't stay too long and limited seating indoor but they have an outside igloo as well. I ordered a decaf americano and it was good. Not too roasted, good balance.

Very good coffee shop and owner, what a nice surprise. The coffee flavour and strength were mellow and balanced, kind of typical, but a good latte overall and a better one with vanilla. Nice selection of bakery products like the lemon cake or the almond croissant I had. The seating area takes you to the past with its old and characteristics style

Had one of the best matchas of my life here (strawberry rose matcha). The ordering area gets congested but there is tons of seating in the front and back patio areas indoors. There were many people working inside and it was fairly quiet so we sat out in the front sidewalk seating and it was a lovely space to catchup and people watch.

I've been here for a coffee many times with a friend who lives in the area. Their espresso and drip are always good, sometimes the espresso is excellent. My friend typically gets a cortado or cappuccino, and sometimes one of the seasonal lattes. She always likes her coffee quite a bit. Today we also had breakfast for the first time. I had the burrito, she has the croissant breakfast sandwich with turkey. Both were great, though the burrito could have used salsa or hot sauce to add some zing and some heat. Not sure why we waited so long to eat there; won't make that mistake again. They have a decent amount of seating and a nice outdoor area when the weather allows. The dining area is quiet and a little dark; depressing to some, calming to me. The staff is always friendly and drinks come out quickly.

Delicious latte! At first i was skeptical, like strawberry rose? But ut is delicious!

Lovely neighborhood coffee shop. It's a great place to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee and make new friends or to grab a cup to go if you are walking around Harlem.

Plenty of seating area inside, out front and in the back which is always appreciated at a coffee shop. Service was quick. I got the iced matcha latte with almond milk and it was pretty good, not very sweet which I personally prefer. Definitely pricey though not by much more than other coffee shops. Also not many food or pastry options but I would come back!

Ok I love this place BUT it's extremely expensive which is why I gave it 4 stars as opposed to 5. Their coffee is good but not amazing and a small vanilla latte with oat milk runs me $8 without tip which is kinda insane to me?? The food is also really good, though again pricy. I've had the tuna toast and the avocado toast and both are super fresh and delicious but around $14 each. Would not recommend the chai or matcha. I also love the atmosphere and the music- all around superb vibes but it does get pretty busy and people tend to stay awhile so not too much turn around but I usually always find a seat if not in the main room, the second one towards the back. There is however, ample outdoor seating for the warmer months and it's really cute! They have tons of outlets and wifi as well. I complain about the prices, yet I always find myself coming back soo guess I'm the sucker. Also love the staff!! They're all great. And don't forget to ask for a punch card!

Imagine this guys. It's a little chilly. You just finished walking through Central park. A random girl on the street tells you that the lemon loaf here are fantastic. You walk to the shop (still a little chilly) and they're out of lemon loafs. Sad but it's alright because they had cookies. The cookies are like a toffee chocolate chip. Fantastic would recommend. The waffle was good. It has little sugar bits inside the waffle itself which was a nice surprise. However comma I wish it was warm. It probably could've been warmed but I didn't ask so.... The cortado was fantastic. I've been on a Caramel cortado kick recently and this one definitely stood out from the rest. Overall yum and worth the $22.96

- Ambiance/Vibe: this store, like many in New York was tiny and very narrow. It was very much a location for quick in and out, but there are some nice single and double sitting in the back. However, my favorite part is the outdoor deck in the back. It was so nice and cozy out there. - Coffee: the coffee was very smooth and sweet, but it wasn't too intense. - Food: This shop had pastries and bakery items that were perfect for on the go. - Prices: Prices here were pretty average to most in the area. - Staff: The staff was really nice, especially with the limited space they had. All in all I would give this one a 4/5 's, and would definitely try it again if in the area.

I gave four stars only because I only tried one thing; Carmel latte and it was fire!! So so goood! I didn't try any pastries or food. I was waiting to have my eyes checked and since it was taking a while I decided to grab a coffee. This was the best part of my doctor's visit. Will be back to try more stuff and of course get my latte again

This place is super cute! There's indoor and outdoor seating. The baristas are friendly. However, I really wasn't impressed with the coffee. I got a hot vanilla latte one day and an iced caramel latte the next. I've had better coffee and would have preferred Starbucks....

Beautiful cafe I did love the decor. The workers in there was very polite and happy. The vibe was amazing . Coffee taste really good too. My cappuccino was perfectly made .

While in Harlem, I decided to stop in this coffee shop for a chai. I got the chai tea and it was really good. The inside is small so I sat on the outside. They have a good amount of outside seating. I enjoyed my time grabbing a hot drink.

Great little spot. Food was delicious and a great portion. My bf thought the avo toast was too oily. Many people work remote here. Would come again

Excellent coffee. Cute place. But I thought the onion bagel that I had could have been better for a nice coffee shop.

For years I've been coming here. Even after I moved away 4 years ago I still show up. It's a great laid back chill place to enjoy a coffee by yourself or catch up with a good friend. The staff is always steady ... hipsters that show enough emotion but still exude a cool vibe. They have a good selection of pastries!

An alright place. The kitchen closes in the early afternoon, so we weren't able to grab a bite we'd hoped for. The barista missed the size with our order so let us size up, which I appreciate. We got a mocha and hot chocolate which were at drinkable temperature when we got it, it's such a pet peeve of mine when it's not. They were a good comfy drink for what we needed at the time. The space is very narrow and hard to find seats in. A lot of people were just on their computers working. The connection to the bar may have added to the noise. Glad it had restrooms. Cups come without caps showing off the latte art, but the caps aren't sorted by a labeled size so I wasted one grabbing the wrong size.

Poor coffee. Poor atmosphere. Extreme prices. Don't waste your time or money when they charge you $1 extra for wanting plant based milk. Insanity. See the picture if u don't believe me.

Ordered the matcha latte, and this was probably one of the best I've had at a non Asian coffee shop. Super rich, deep matcha flavor that was unapologetically matcha (not trying to be some sweetened mild tea drink). We got it with oat milk and the barista didn't charge for the milk sub, saying the $0.75 surcharge was "ridiculous." I agree but also am very grateful for his generosity. :) the space in the back is small and always full on the weekends but this little cafe is definitely worth a visit and is loads better than any service you'll get at Starbucks.

I love this spot. It's so so cute on the inside and the staff is always kind. The kitchen doesn't open until 9am which is sort of a bummer if you're looking to get a quick bite and coffee before work. The coffee is pretty spendy. I got an iced matcha and it was $8 so that was a little shocking. I've already been several times and I'm sure I will continue!

After lunch, we needed some coffee. We considered our many options, and decided on Double Dutch Espresso. We made the short walk over here, to this cozy but busy coffee shop. There were a lot of people here, taking up the seating inside. We were on our way out, so we didn't mind this. We ordered our lattes, and I made sure to get a quadruple shot in mine. After a short wait, we had our coffees in hand. My coffee was delicious, and had me wired in short order. The staff here was friendly and efficient in their service. The place was kept clean, even in the busy state that they were in. The inside is comfortable, a good haven from the summer heat outside, and a decent place to study or work on your laptop. I'll consider this coffee shop the next time I'm in the area.

One of my favorite neighborhood coffee spots. All of the drinks are excellent. Good place to bring folks. Love the outdoor seating in the summer time. Lots of people working on laptops during the day.

The ambiance of this spot is great and ideal for work outside or inside, but the matcha lattes and drinks are terrible. I ordered an iced matcha latte and it literally tasted like green powered dirt mixed with milk. You're better off getting a drink from Starbucks across the street, walking over, and opening your laptop.

Friendly and hospitable staff, cute interior and delicious coffee. Great little spot!

Such a well oiled machine, delicious coffee, and much more seating than expected. Amazingly friendly staff to boot

Great vibes, delicious coffee, with a nice workspace and friendly staff! I am definitely coming back; five stars all the way!

Delicious coffee, fresh bagels and pastries, great workspace, quiet, nicely-lit, friendly service. One of the best cafes in the neighborhood.

Perfect place to study, have a great quality coffee and yummy snacks/small bites. Avocado toast was perfect They also have the outside summer terrace which I'm gonna try once the spring is here

while the coffee is good, the customer service is terrible. when I inquired about a possible price increase, not one person in the entire coffee shop was able to answer the question. when I asked if a manager might know the answer, there was no manager on duty. in addition, I was made to feel as though my question was crazy. prices keep going up but customer service keeps diminishing.

Great coffee. Not the most seats, and prepare for dim lighting if you want to gauge the ambiance.

My fav coffee shop in all of Harlem and possibly NYC!! Had delicious coffee here every morning for a week on business travel and didn't want to go home. The staff was friendly and worked fast! Happy to be back again for a little trip!

Rustic style is seen all around with this soft-tone wall popping with antique frames and mirrors. A large window, up front, brings lots of natural light. Interior, brings out a bright presentation ready for an inviting light and breakfast to come, in this small enclave in the middle of Harlem. Though, my hot chocolate was dressed nicely, and somewhat freshly made, the chocolate was poured from a bottle and tasted more like Bosco and really didn't care for. If you're a coffee drinker on the other hand, you'll take a liking to Double Dutch. The guys at the front of the house, were great from start to finish. I liked how everything blended, the raw, brick-chic style, the funky lighting fixtures and accessories throughout Double Dutch. Grabbing a quick nosh here, created a different experience, that I was digging.

Seems like should be a cool place.....but ordered a hot chocolate to go and was lukewarm at best. Meh is about as enthusiastic as I can get.

Here's my take on this coffee at 4:35 AM the next day. I didn't like the espresso...at all. It was extremely sour. It had a particular color and I asked for sugar in it. Not every espresso is made like a Cuban espresso, so I ask. The young lady serving was fantastic. Polite, fast, and gave me info about the coffee they use called, Counter Culture. She was great, but there was no sugar in my espresso. After my tasting, the smell didn't lead me down the path I expected. Because it smelled amazing. Different, but great. The taste was exceptionally bitter, sour, and had an almost citrus-like pucker after taste. Really, just the bitter oils from an orange. It was almost like Angostino bitters we're sprinkled in. I ended up adding simple syrup and a shot of milk to the top. It was also served on a random paper shot glass. Granted I said to go. But this just didn't feel right. I also only got the very one tiny shot. Granted, that was fine, I didn't want more, but it was just the one shot. At least elsewhere I get the whole batch from the mixing pourer in a small cup and a few plastic shot glasses. But perhaps that's an unfair comparison as this was not Cuban Cafe. After reading up on this type of coffee it just may be one of those types of coffee I don't like...which is rare. The place is beautiful and they had a variety of options. I will have to try something else in the future. It gets 1 star on the espresso but overall the place deserves another look. I make no assumptions but I've had espresso without sugar at home, it doesn't taste like this. I've ground various types of coffee to try them out as espresso. So I'm not sure If the machine was not cleaned in a while or if the grounds were burning, making it all bitter. I didn't complain, that's on me, i'll try it again and update this review down the road. But as I said in the beginning. I'm still awake from the buzz this shot gave me. It was very potent.

As I write this review, I am trapped in New York's Harlem in the middle of the first great snowstorm of 2016. This morning, after my son had to leave for work (on a Saturday, in a blizzard, because he is a very junior guy at a large news organization), I decided to venture out and get some coffee. Yelp guided me here. After an adventurous 6 block walk through really, really bad weather, I made it to this gem. I really like the coffee, even if it is not the super dark roast I normally prefer. The house coffee is between what I would call medium and dark roast. I've found that the right coast coffee is a shade lighter that way then the left coast coffee I'm used to. In any case, DD coffee is still substantial. It has body, fullness and a relatively clean aftertaste. Nice! For me, the real star here, is the food. The pastries here are superior! I had an apple turnover that was excellent. The crust was flaky and crisp, but didn't just disintegrate into an inconvenient mess. Just right. The filling was clearly made from scratch by the baker and had just the perfect balance between tart and sweet that I like in a fruit filled pastry of any kind, but especially apple. I wish I could show you all a picture of it, but my iPhone shut down in the cold while I was walking to the shop. Really, Apple? It's only 28°F outside. Since we're in the middle of a record setting storm, I thought I'd lay in lunch as well as have breakfast, so I purchased a provolone and salami on ciabatta to go. $8, but wonderful. It is grilled on the panini and has all the good stuff in it (Provolone, salami, spinach, special sauce, etc.) Yum! I ate it for lunch when I got back to the apartment. I have uploaded a photo of it in both open and closed face positions, since my iPhone had recovered from the cold by the time I was ready to eat. Other things to know - the service is great and the people are friendly. Others seemed to be enjoying the free wifi (they have a password posted on the wall). I can't tell you how well it worked directly because my iPhone quit on me as I wrote above. The decor is comfortably eclectic and the overall feeling is much nice than spending time at my business traveler's office, Starbucks. The location is very near the corner of Frederick O. Douglass and 118th. When in Harlem to see my son, if it is breakfast or lunch that I need to figure out, I am coming here. You should too.

Rude and oblivious. I'm on a wheelchair and went in to get an espresso shot. There were two customers ahead of me, waiting for their drink. Barista clearly sees me. Aisle in front of bar is too narrow for me and the two other people so I wait in the area by the door. Barista still looking at me, no smile. No greeting, nothing. She's making the orders for the others so I was patient. Another customer comes in and she just decides to ignore me altogether. The music is way too loud for me to get any of their attention. More customers and she just acts as if I'm not there. I left. Nothing can convince me she didn't see me and didn't ignore me on purpose. The other barista was busy making drinks so I don't know if she noticed me or not. I didn't go in there to sit by the door like an idiot for nothing. HORRIBLE customer service.

I'm not a fan. They prepare espresso and leave it in a cup on the espresso machine until the customer orders. Espresso should be prepared immediately before being served. Otherwise, it loses its flavor.

I love the coffee and the cucumber tuna toast! My fiancé ordered the avocado toast and said it was delicious. This spot a great to grab something quick to eat!

Came in to try their coffee and write a paper. I'm all about trying the local coffee shops around my neighborhood, and I ventured here. The staff members working the front were very friendly, but it's a tight squeeze for a line and the pace is quick, so you get ushered through rapidly. I got an oat mocha, which was mediocre. Not my most treasured nor my least. They truly do use all space possible for seating. I initially had to sit on the long bar located between the front counter and the seating in the back. Once someone left a table, I was able to relocate and have more space. The day I was here, someone was fixing a light in a hanging fixture. She was there for quite a while on a ladder, turning the lights on and off. Eventually, she needed the power off, so I had to move my bags from the light switch since they were behind my seat. Essentially, I became her assistant turning it on and off for about ten minutes. I totally undeestand that things need repair, but I'm wondering if customers would be better served if this were to be done after business hours. Everyone was staring, having to dance around the ladder to get around, and it just took away from the ambiance. Lastly, the music is far too loud. Not only loud, but not your average relaxing coffee shop music. I had my headphones up all the way and still heard their music. With this whole chaotic experience, the coffee becomes least memorable in my mind--which begs the question was it worth it? I'll probably give them another chance, but after I explore other options.

We wanted to use their bathroom so we reluctantly came here after getting some Levain cookies lol Yes, they do have bathrooms btw I just got a cold americano with easy ice to eat with my cookies. Good coffee. Good place to rest and eat cookies if you go to Levain before.

There are a few nice coffee shops in the area but Double Dutch is the best by far. It's a great spot to come and hang out in the morning. It does tend to get a little crowded on Saturdays so that's one thing to keep in mind. That being said their coffee is amazing. Pretty strong so those that like their coffee more mellow might be better off with a small. They have a great selection of croissants and baked goods. Staff is always wicked friendly too. Highly recommend for anyone in the area!

I'm a fan! Double Dutch is the coffee option next door to the Mess Hall bar. Their coffee is awesome (tried a latte), alternative milks available. They have a food menu of pastries (the feta herb scone was bomb!) and sandwiches, as well as trendy dishes like avocado toast and acai bowls. Ambiance is good for working or studying with a chill vibe. Space is larger than it looks from the outside; service was quick and polite.

Nice crowd of people, but very crowded in the morning. People move in and out, so that's good. If you wait around you'll catch a seat. Good coffee, nice music, GREAT for work

Although I want to support small, local coffee shops instead of Starbucks, I think Double Dutch is too overpriced. I ventured to this place because I was visiting my friend who lives nearby. I ordered 2 small almond latte, which surprisingly cost me $11. Their small coffees are tiny. I had 4 sips and it's gone. The taste was quite average and wasn't strong. Just a few blocks from here is Sylvana coffee, which had on par if not better almond latte, served in a larger portion, for $4.

Getting to know Harlem... with a Frederick Douglass biography book on hand, what's better to find a cool cafe along Frederick Douglass street and start reading. Ordered a latte and an almond croissant to enjoy my book. Croissant is fresh and latte is served in a black porcelain cup. The vibe is great and love the exposed brick. There are lots of seating inside including an outdoor space.

I come here every morning it's the best coffee shop EVER! Espresso is strong and flavorful. Their acai bowls are AMAZING and very instagrammable (see image). Perfect hangover remedy. Cold brew iced coffee could definitely improve however. A little tangy and bitter but watery at the same time. I admit I've never gotten much of anything else but this place makes me want to never move. The staff is amazing friendly and they will remember your order. The outside is so lovely to sit out on a nice day with a book or your computer. Even nicer at night while enjoying a cocktail when you enter next door (mess hall). Love

Location: right at harlem, DDE is few nice coffee spot at Harlem. However, the rising of coffee shop should rise the attention that Harlem may experience current gentrification ... MIND MY BS. Please have both outside and inside seating, DDE is trying to do everything they can to make it a nice spot for locals to have a great coffee experience. Food: tehy have counter culture beans for coffee and they have some special bakery choices for people to choose. Price is okay service is nice my previous encounter at DDE is under a busy environment but on a weekday base, it seems like there would be less people Overall: okay Good for the neighborhood. But ...I hope that i am not seeing a start of gentrification. 3.5 star

The service and location were stellar. Set up in every possible way to help patrons stay safe in a COVID environment. But the coffee was...meh and slightly overdone. It tasted like it had sat in the pot for too long. I'm hoping to return when there are normal circumstances because this must be an anomaly given the number of people lined up for coffee.

Had their mocha, and it was honestly one of the best ones I've ever had!!! It was sooo rich, and not watered down like most places. I hope the next time i go back it will be the same because it's been 2 days since I've been and I'm still thinking about it.

Great coffee, delicious tea - especially the tangerine and ginger, and a lovely outdoor space street side and out back. Friendly service, except for the young woman who served me this morning. I ordered my tea and waited while several people who came in after me, were served before me. I didn't mind, because I wasn't in a hurry, and I could see they were really busy. When my tea arrived, it was served with no eye contact, no grace and no smile. I asked if I could have a cardboard heat sleeve and this was shoved across the counter at me, with what I can only describe as a face like a slapped ass. This woman needs a little training, because she's letting down what is otherwise a lovely place.