Jason M.
Yelp
There are several coffee shops near my office, and while Starbucks has historically been my go-to, I have begun to add new spots to my rotation. Dae Day was first brought to my attention by one of my colleagues who passed it by on her way into the office; the aroma coming out of the place stood out to her and she suggested we check it out. That being said, we took a walk for some midday peps.
Dae Day is located on Lexington in a somewhat busy area. Upon entry, though, the bustle of the outside vanishes and gives way to a somewhat tranquil atmosphere. Like other modern coffeehouses, the look is bright with high ceilings, shelves with aesthetically placed items, and some seating. The space isn't large but we didn't feel cramped.
The menu is small, but there's a decent variety of hot and cold coffee beverages, a few non-coffee drinks, and some bakes. The flat white was catching my eye - partly because it was officially titled "flat white/magic" on the menu board, and partly because this is an Australian-based spot. But really, what was so magical about it? I was gonna find out.
The coffee was super smooth. It had a mellow flavor and was slightly creamy as I chose to add whole milk. It also had a slight froth on top which added to the mouthfeel; it went down smoothly. Service was great, everyone was friendly and our drinks were ready relatively quickly. Overall, I had a good first experience at Dae Day; I will definitely be back to explore more of their menu.