Neil T.
Yelp
Really liking this place, and I think I've found a new regular spot in my neighborhood! Roomy (for NYC), friendly, a style that's chaotic yet somehow comfy. That sums up the city itself, I suppose. Great latte--they only have oat, but that's fine for me--and I appreciated the mini-baguettes, as someone that likes a savory bite with his coffee but not necessarily a full-sized sandwich. I didn't see Wi-Fi, and then I spotted the notice saying no laptops on weekends. For a place like this, on the corner of Bleecker and 7th, I definitely prefer that. We have quite enough dead-silent coffee shops filled with folks staring at their laptops.
Operationally, they've got it down: table numbers for food, coffee bar situated a decent distance from the cashier so new and waiting customers don't have to awkwardly pack together, staff attending to empty trays and such, etc. Quite smooth. There are the little touches, too--the branding, cute striped straws, heck, even the plastic cups for the water are a tad nicer than what you usually get. Music at a nice moderate volume, not blasting in your ears (looking at you, Ground Central).
I *would* suggest some kind of curtain situation, or something, for the street-facing windows. The natural light is lovely and welcome, but can get overbearing and make the window seats less than pleasant. Might not be the best during the summer.
Overall, a fine effort and execution and I look forward to returning!