The Lost Draft

Great vibes but questionable mixing mechanics. My friend and I were looking for unique latte spots around SoHo, and this place came up. We stopped by late afternoon on a weekend, and the café was absolutely packed with people working. We grabbed seats at the bar and ordered their popular osmanthus latte and honey rose latte, both iced. The lattes themselves were solid, but because we got them iced, it felt like the honey and syrups didn’t fully integrate into the coffee. The first 80% of the drink was just generic latte, and we kept swapping cups trying to figure out which was which. It wasn't until we hit the bottom of the cup that the flavors finally woke up and punched us in the face. I’d recommend ordering these hot if you want a more even flavor from start to finish.

Stopped by The Lost Draft for an Osmanthus latte - it was smooth but too mild to really catch the osmanthus flavor. The café has a warm, earthy vibe with plenty of seating. It’s a cozy spot to unwind or get some work done.

I’ve been searching for a sesame latte to top the black sesame latte from Tadaima, and the Lost Draft now has my second favorite. The sesame is wonderfully blended and adds an earthy, caramelized flavor to the latte. This is also a great place to work, having good WiFi, outlets, lots of seating, and a bathroom.

The staff here are lovely and even gave us a free cookie after forgetting part of our order, but unfortunately, the food and drinks were disappointing. Both vanilla latte and cookie butter were disappointing, and the egg bites were served cold in the center. We ended up having to toss most of our order. Great service, but the quality of the food just wasn't there.

I’ve been frequenting this place for about a year. This is my go-to spot to relax or study when I’m in the SoHo area. Spacious, bright, and lively. They have strong A/C, a lot of natural light, plenty of seating, and is quite spacious. Even when it’s busy and packed, it doesn’t feel overwhelming nor crowded. You’ll find a vast array of people come through here - students, shoppers, tourists, etc. It’s a bit of every type of person in NYC. As for the food, I usually get an espresso - pretty solid. Their other drinks are also fairly good. I don’t think I’ve gone wrong with the drinks I’ve had so far. Cookies and pastries are fine. They do have a popcorn machine! A few times I got popcorn on the house. I’m glad to see this place is doing well for itself. This is a nice place to work, to chat with friends, or to just unwind.

The staff is super friendly here! This place is great to get work done at, they have tons of tables and power outlets. There’s a bathroom available as well, which not too many cafes have in the city, so a huge bonus. The chocolate chip cookie is homemade and their strawberry matcha is awesome! 10/10 as a cafe connoisseur 🙂‍↕️🙂‍↕️

This place is actually so cute and they do a nice little deal where they give you tomato soup and a grilled cheese croissant for $10 every day from 10-3 and it was so good - they also have a lot of seating and outlets so I would totally come back here any time I need to do work

Good cafe, nothing special but still good. Pastries are good, the coffee wasa decent. would recommend if in the area.

Stopped by The Lost Draft on Broome Street for a Cursor event and it was awesome! The place was buzzing with people but still had plenty of room to work and hang out. The vibe is super chill -- creative, comfortable, and great energy all around. Huge shoutout to Gia and Ken for being so nice and knowing everything about the drink options. I'll 1000% be back to work from here again!

So hard to find a seat but it's a great space to work, if you can get one! Plenty of outlets, reliable wifi, and the coffee is good. :) smores latte was kind of bitter i've heard good things about the osmanthus latte sesame latte was always my go-to.

Was in the Chinatown area and needed a spot to get some work done, and I can always count on finding an open seat here. It's a quite spacious cafe especially for the area. There's free WiFi and plenty of outlets in case you need them. I ordered the osmanthus latte (4/5) - fragrant without being too floral, with little dried osthmanthus on top. My partner got the Americano (2/5), which was pretty watered down and had a very very light coffee flavor.

If you want a cute chill coffee shop to work at or just enjoy a cup of coffee this place is for you. Pretty open space with tables and outlets below and there is a small area in the back with some tables as well. There is a booth that is like a quiet room and it's just all layed out very well. The staff that work here are nice and helpful. I asked their opinion on what to get to drink. I ended up getting a Honey Rose Latte ( hot) with regular milk. WOW this tasted delightful! And not to mention very pretty and they put dried rose petals I think they are on top to garnish the drink. I would try this drink iced too. They also had other speciality drinks that sounded wonderful. I did get the egg bites with cheese and peppers but they were not that tasty and kinda cold too. If you are in the area this is a spot to try out! I will be back for sure.

The audacity to charge a flavorless osmanthus latte for this much. honestly will never come back.

I adore this coffee shop. It's incredibly spacious, has amazing service with such kind baristas, and the ambiance matches the theme of the coffee shop so perfectly! I highly recommend. My drinks have always been tasteful, I always leave very satisfied!

My favorite coffee shop to get a decaf latte since I can't handle caffeine anymore. The Osmanthus latte is honestly so good! I keep craving it. They serve it with dried Osmanthus flowers

Really good ceremonial matcha. My partner also got a vanilla latte and really liked the flavor.

One of many coffee stops during my trip to NY, but this one stood out the most. I fell in love with their osmanthus latte -- Where will I find this in LA?! Highly recommend.

love the vibes, coffee, food, seating, the incredible amount of outlets, and the lovely baristas-- shoutout to Maite, who always makes coming to the Lost Draft a wonderful experience!

Before entering I expected a cramp and dark coffee shop with limited seating. From the moment I opened the door my expectations were changed immediately. Up a few steps of stairs is a large, open space filled with writers and creatives. Most people had on headphones and focused on their screens while their fingers switched between a continuous rhythm of keystrokes and lifting coffee cups. Staff were helpful but seems a little distracted until you're very direct with placing an order or asking questions. The long bench that runs down almost the full length of the cafe was under construction. Nonetheless there was amble seating for everyone, those coming in to pick up a drink and leave and those writing the next great American novel. The food and pastries also looked delicious. Coffee was a bit dark with slight bitterness but paired well with milk. Really nice surprise and likely to return.

Came here and ordered a rose latte! For $9 a cup of coffee I did have high expectations, though I am not really a coffee person. Must I say, this coffee was delicious- they added rose pieces in the coffee itself but you definitely get a good strong cup of coffee, with just the right ratio of milk to coffee for the latte. It was also served within minutes of ordering, even with a line before and after me! Will be back!

Came in here on a Saturday afternoon with my S.O. We got the Iced Osmanthus latte & Cold brew. Iced Osmanthus latte- 3.5/5-The Osmanuthus was good but i feel like it was too watered down with the tea and the milk doesn't pair well with ice. I should've got it hot instead. Cold brew-2.5/5- The cold brew tasted like it was the day before and it wasn't good like my S.O said. The workers were nice and friendly. They have a lot of seating but it was mostly packed with people working. They accept card with no minimum. Overall, the decor of this coffee shop is very cute. I would come back again to try their other items.

A great working cafe with good coffee and pastries. Always looking for a nice coffee shop to work in during the day and this is one of my top picks! Most people are here doing the same thing so there's a very productive atmosphere. Their space, WiFi and atmosphere makes this an ideal place for a quite drink.

Awesome. Love the friendliness of the staff, the vibe, and the awesome drinks. Great coffeehouse to chill at!

The Lost Draft is my favorite local cafe. I love the ambiance in here and how efficient the staffs move. They always play REALLY good music and it's a great study spot. It does get a little busy at times but usually you'll be able to find some seats. I enjoy their Vanilla Iced Latte and the Matcha Latte. They also have great pastries, and it smells amazing in here!

Tasty pastries especially the matcha tart- good balance of matcha flavor and sweetness. The batter is also really smooth. The plain croissant is soft and fluffy and but could be more flaky. The chocolate twist is an interesting shape but I'd prefer a chocolate croissant.

(Overall: C) - The Lost Draft is an intruging cafe with a few drink options that use some refreshingly new flavors. While the drinks are a bit pricey, I think it could be a decent space to work or chat once their restroom is no longer out of service. (Strawberry Chocolate Latte: B) - This strawberry mocha is well made as all the individual flavors come through -- the strawberry, espresso, and chocolate. However, at almost $10 for a dairy free version of this, I felt that it was too expensive. -- Food: +1 Presentation: +1 Price: -1 Atmosphere: -1 Service: E Menu: +1 Overall: +1 C Insta/Beli: @amei_eats

The osmanthus latte is one of my favorite lattes in the entire city! The concept of this coffee shop is really adorable, and they made my coffee really fast too. I loved the taste of the osmanthus. It's not as heavy as a normal latte, and it was really well balanced too. I would definitely come back again!

Girl she's pricey! I appreciate craft coffee and prefer independent cafes. The drink list is small and speciality drinks are the thing here. Choose from a couple basics or one of their signature drinks. I had the honey rose latte iced with oat milk - cha ching - $10.26 . Didn't realize this would turn out to be a meal replacement coffee lol. Service- No smiles from staff when I walked in, no hello just blank stares ,so strange. Place was busy not swamped though. When it was my turn at the register the lady was very friendly and sweet. My order was ready quickly, in fact my name was called for pick up while I was still rifling through my wallet for tip money. My latte looked so beautiful, I double checked with the server that it was indeed oatmilk. I had already fallen in love with aesthetics of the latte and didn't want to hate this place based on a dairy milk mix up . I don't usually have anything sweet in my coffee but this was delicious, the honey syrup was at the bottom and I initially sipped up most of it without stirring. The rose petals on top made me not want to stir it. For $10.26 you must understand this is a high maintenance coffee, one just doesn't stir her around recklessly and ruin her beauty. The rose flavor is mild and not artificial tasting - it was quite lovely. It felt like a treat. The Cafe is spacious, lots of seats most were occupied and I didn't intend on staying when I first went in. I'll go back again to try other drinks and hopefully I win the lotto tonight to afford more frequent visits hehe. * Also , in my initial check in I answered NO on the prompt for Accessible Entry because once I opened the door there were some stairs. However on the way out noticed there was a sign on the front door that the Accessible entryway is next door.

The drinks here are consistently good. Honey rose latte is top tier. It's perfectly sweet and taste amazing. The chai $6 doesn't taste strong. I like a strong chai flavor. Love the service and they also have a clean bathroom here. Plenty of seatings but they are usually packed.

Super cute place, love the aesthetics. The staff is very nice. As for the coffee, I have tried a flat white which was really good and their famous Osthmanthus latte which I didin't care for. It's kinda expensive just as a side note. The first time I came here they gave out free popcorn which was so cute. Love the vibe here.

My friends and I were walking around SoHo and wanted to head over to a coffee shop. We found The Lost Draft on our way and I have to say, this place was so cute! They had a large seating area for customers (perfect for work) and the aesthetic of everything gave a clean and minimalistic look. They also had a 10% discount for students if you show your ID card! I ordered the honey lavender latte, which tasted alright. A bit fragrant and it definitely had the lavender and coffee taste to it. The petals made the drink look pretty, but I didn't like how I had to drink it because it made me feel a bit uncomfortable. I heard the vanilla latte was very good from my friends and it was recommended by the server. I'm going to be back but I will try a different drink. Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 5/5

I came back and tried the iced sesame latte with light syrup and the sesame was definitely a strong flavor! I think I prefer the osmanthus!

This place the space is nice The drinks good and service is good :) I got the osmanthus latte and it was so good. It is seeeter near the end so I'd miss it a little more. This is the second place that I've seen that sells osmanthus latte and this was def better. I would def stop by again if I'm in the area. While I was there they gave out free popcorn. It was a cute idea and nice gesture for the people in the cafe. Many got up and got a bag and some went for seconds :)

The cafe is spacious and nicely decorated with movie inspired elements, old theater chairs, and a vintage mail box! They have ample seatings, big tables, free wifi, power outlets, and a restroom, making it an ideal spot to study or wfh. We were there an hour before they closed and received free popcorn. Love that their barista poured cute latte art on our cups. They also serve some unique beverages like Osmanthus Latte, which I might give it a try next time. The pricing is high, so I'd say you pay for the ambiance. Also, at this price point I'd expect they could serve their coffee in porcelain mugs instead of paper cups for to-stay customers.

This is a cute spot! Mainly filled with locals working as opposed to being a traditional coffee shop but cute nonetheless. I got an iced strawberry latte and felt like the flavor was overpowering/overwhelming. Our drinks got watered down pretty quick but it was a decent spot overall.

Cool vibe. Excellent coffee. There's ample space to plug in your laptop and do some work if that's your thing. They have some interesting drinks such as a strawberry latte. The house blend drip was fantastic. I liked it so much I wanted to buy some beans to take home but I noticed the roast dates were from over 3 months ago so I passed. Otherwise, this is a great spot to grab your favorite Java in Nolita.

One of my favorite cafes to get work done! Drinks are great and baristas are very friendly. Great WFH atmosphere as many people are on their laptops, plenty of outlets as well! 5/5 Strawberry Chocolate Latte: This was way better than expected! The strawberry is very subtly sweet/fruity, and the chocolate and espresso flavor definitely come through! 4.5/5 Honey Rose Latte - definitely has honey flavor but was a bit too sweet

I have pretty mixed feelings about this place. The space is huge, which I love as a lot of nyc coffee shops are crazy small and feel cramped. Also the flavors that they have on their menu are amazing! And while the drinks are tasty, I feel like the osmanthus latte that I got tasted like it had too weak of an espresso to milk ratio, so I couldn't taste any coffee at all. Also I feel like I can't justify the price of the drinks at this place, they are so expensive and I don't mind splurging for high quality coffee but I feel like these just fall short and aren't worth the price. The drinks are gorgeous though, and the osmanthus taste was definitely my favorite part. Just feels like the drink needs another shot of espresso to balance the ratios of everything out.

The quintessential NYC cafe with a movie theatre theme. I've gotten the opportunity to try their Sesame Latte and Chocolate Strawberry Latte, which both were good but not $9 good-you're essentially paying for the aesthetic and spacious seating. This is the ideal spot to meet up with friends, do some heads down laptop work, or have a solo day. It can get crowded quite easily, so make sure you arrive early!

I love the whole vibe of this cafe. It embodies the concept shop, of the bittersweet moments that come with being a writer and fretfully typing away at multiple drafts. The inside, true to its name, has a lot of bar seating that was quite full when I walked in on a weekday afternoon. It's very much a chill, plug in your laptop kind of place--presumably occupied by writers. The service was just okay. I greeted the person taking my order and they didn't respond or even look at me until I started ordering. Authentic artsy city experience or what? The sesame latte was fantastic, truly captures the nutty, sweet, almost savory sesame flavors. It was slightly sweetened but not overly sweet. The texture was definitely overwhelmingly sesame as well (gritty, but creamy). While it wasn't the absolute best latte I've ever had, it definitely was a love letter to sesame. Luckily I love sesame but I would opt for one of their other signature drinks if you aren't a fan. But if you want something really authentically sesame (not just made with sesame milk or whatever like some other places), this is probably the best rendition in Manhattan!

1st things first. I HATE BAD SERVICE. I don't care how good the food and drinks are, I will never come back again over bad service. The Asian guy in here, is he dead? He had absolutely no expression on his face. It seemed it annoyed him that I was ordering? So dry and no greeting or a simple "Hi". I guess it was too much for him? Also the way this place looks is so underwhelming, like like a school cafeteria; you atleast need to make up for it. As I'm writing this i notice both baristas walk away from the counter and no other coffee is being made. Umm did they forget about me? I walk up and ask the girl instead about my coffee and she says sorry about that. Ummm what???. 1st impressions are so important to me. I am a foodie and like to try new places to eat or drink.. only reason why I even gave 2 stars was because the girl did apologize and the coffee was decent.

This is a cute cafe with a nice location in SoHo to meet people at, but I thought my matcha latte with pistachio milk was just okay. I did appreciate the variety of plant-based milks they offer! However, the matcha itself didn't seem high-quality. I also took a sip right away and burned my tongue, so here's your warning that the drinks come very hot! Overall, given the drink I got and its price, I'm not sure I'll be back.

I saw this coffee shop on Tik Tok so I came to give it a try. The latte was solid, not too sweet and interesting flavors. There is abundant interior seating for those looking to sit down for a bit and get work done. Agree with the other reviews, this place is definitely expensive. My specialty latte was over 10$ after tax. I think of it as an investment to sit down and borrow a table for a couple hours. Is it worth traveling across the city to try like I did? Probably not, but I honestly think the ceiling is pretty low with lattes, many places offer a solid latte. But if you're in the area or have abundant time, definitely try this place out yourself.

The ambiance is nice because of there being a lot of seating, but the coffee is just fine. I think the specialty lattes being $8-9 is ridiculous. Extra $1 for ice, extra $.75 for syrup, extra $1 or whatever for milk. It just all gets so expensive. I got a regular latte and it tasted bitter and burnt.

Osmanthus Latte 10/10- so good! i wish they gave more ice in the drink because it is a bit too creamy for me so i personally water it down afterwards. My go-to cafe when I need to get some work done in the city. Baristas are one of the friendliest and sweetest. Cafe is very spacious with free WiFi, plenty of seatings, outlets as well as a private room in the back if you want even more quiet time for yourself. P.S. complimentary popcorn at night~

came in for the free coffee collab with blackbird and got the osmanthus with oat milk. original price would have been $9+. pretty mid drink and don't think it's worth its price point. love the open space of the cafe and big tables. they have a restroom and so much seating. able to use wifi from sweet green which is nice. workers are quick.

One of the best coffees I've ever had and that's saying a lot cuz I've had way too much coffee in my lifetime. Wish I remembered my order

I ordered Too good to go bag. Got some Spanish croissant, regular croissant, cookie and muffin. Cookie and muffins are too sweet(Well but usually asian people don't like that sweet) There are some dry resberry and walnuts inside the muffin. Spanish croissant and regular croissant are just okay. Nothing special, but overall, not the bakery I like. I guess the high rate is for coffee but not for the bakery item. Won't come again.

Good ambiance with lots of seating, free wifi, a bathroom, and some outlets. A really good place for working, but can be hard to get a table even on a weekday. They have some fun drink options, but I wasn't super interested in the flavors so I opted for an oat latte. Drinks are on the pricier side.

Rip off... small cappuccino with regular milk is $6 (without tip). They should infact refer to it as mini considering the quantity served. The staff's attitude is a bit uptight. On top of overpriced bakery items in miniature sizes. Like a coin sized cookie for about $4. One star just coz the coffee tasted fine and ambience is pretty. Avoid unless there is an apocalypse and this is the last place standing.

Latte was ready super quickly, spacious interior with good ambiance for working or talking, barista was very kind!

Nice hipster spot, lots of tables to sit and do work and open throughout the day. Service was not the least bit friendly, unfortunately, so don't expect much. Matcha latte was decent, lacked luster

Beautiful coffee shop with some excellent speciality lattes. But expensive. $8 for the sesame latte which is delicious and one of my favorites but can't have it all the time. Spacious shop as well. But gets busy around 9-9:30am.

Cute decor and aesthetic with tasty drinks! I got the chocolate strawberry latte and it was so good, but definitely on the pricier side. The napkins are also really thick and have a fun print on them:)

Great ambience for working/studying. Very friendly staff! Wide variety of coffee flavors.

This place has to be in my top 5 fav wfh cafe's in nyc right now. I've always walked by this place and recently started seeing reels on it on instagram and had to come check it out. As soon as I walked in, I was not disappointed. I LOVED the ambiance and interior decoration here. It is actually really spacious and has many tables, outlets, free wifi, and a 'table read room' where it's a mini room near the back with a big table to be a bit more private if you could with a bigger group. Each seating area has its own vibe and so spacious and cute. The high chairs near the door are so cute, especially with the desk lamps. The music isn't too loud here and my friend and I were able to get a lot of work done for hours. The drinks are a bit pricey but they do come in big portion sizes (I only finished 1/4 of my drink by the time it was time to leave). There is only one bathroom but it's clean and accessible (have to see your receipt or ask a worker for the password). I loved this place so much I want to keep it hidden so that it doesn't get so crowded ): but I most definitely want to support this business for being an amazing cafe so here I am writing a review!!

A cute cafe in Nolita perfect for working/studying or catching up with friends. I had bookmarked this place due to its unique, film-inspired origins, and it did not disappoint. The space is beautiful, and although small, there are a good amount of seating options. I arrived at around 11:30am on a Saturday and was lucky enough to snag a seat by the window (with a directors chair!!). Definitely come early if you're planning to stay for a while, as seats definitely filled up post-12pm. As for the drinks/food, I ordered a Sesame Latte ($6) and Ginger Chai Snickerdoodle ($3.5). The Sesame Latte was creamy and nutty, though the sesame flavor was slightly overpowered by how strong the coffee was. The Ginger Chai Snickerdoodle was a good, soft cookie with nicely balanced flavors, pairing perfectly with the Sesame Latte. Coupled with the ambiance, I'd say that prices are pretty reasonable for the city. They also have free wifi and a bathroom, which is a huge plus. Service could be a little more friendly, but overall experience was great and would recommend!