❗ Own or manage this café?
Update your listing with better photos, accurate hours, and what makes you special.
Update This ListingIt's free and takes 2 minutes.
📍 259 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10014 — West Village, Manhattan, NYC
🚆 Near W 4 St–Washington Sq (A/C/E/B/D/F/M) • Christopher St–Sheridan Sq (1)
🚶 Close to Washington Square Park • PATH train • Bleecker Street
🕒 Mon–Sat: 7 AM – 6 PM • Sun: 8 AM – 6 PM
✅ Wi-Fi • Outlets
❌ No Restrooms
🌐 absolutecoffeenyc.com • Instagram: @absolutecoffeenyc
🌞 Vibe
Absolute Coffee West Village is a small, cozy spot on Bleecker Street that’s easy to miss but worth finding. The café has about six round tables with a minimal, artsy vibe that feels different from busier spots in the area.
The music is soothing, and you’ll often find people working quietly on laptops or reading. Window seats are perfect for people-watching.
Absolute Coffee West Village is laptop-friendly with Wi-Fi and outlets, though there are no restrooms, and seating is limited. The management is chill, baristas are genuinely friendly, and the vibe feels welcoming without being rushed.
☕ Details
Coffee: Cold brew • Iced latte • Flat white • Lavender latte • Raspberry mocha latte • Orange cardamom latte • Espresso • Cappuccino
Known For: Cold brew • Raspberry mocha • Lavender latte • Strong espresso • Iced chai
Coffee Roaster: Gimme Coffee (Ithaca, NY)
Milk: Batten Kill Valley Creamery (Salem, NY) • Califia Farms Almond Barista Blend • Oatly Oat Milk
Food: Giant croissants • Blueberry muffins • Locally sourced breads, pastries, bagels
Wi-Fi: Yes
Outlets: Yes
Seating: ~6 round tables
Restroom: No
Vibe: Small • Cozy • Minimal • Artsy • Quiet • Laptop-friendly
❤️ Why We Love It
Absolute Coffee West Village takes coffee seriously. They source beans from Gimme Coffee, an award-winning roaster in Ithaca, NY, known for quality and ethical sourcing. The baristas bring real skill to every drink.
The cold brew gets consistent praise; some call it life-changing, others say it’s the best they’ve had. It’s smooth, strong, and perfectly balanced. The raspberry mocha cold brew (with raspberry and chocolate syrups) is outstanding, creamy, tart, and bold.
The iced latte at Absolute Coffee West Village is excellent—rich, creamy, and coffee-forward. One customer compared it to Arcane, a high-end café nearby, and said Arcane’s tasted like water in comparison.
Specialty drinks like lavender latte, orange cardamom latte, and raspberry mocha latte are creative and well-executed. The espresso is strong but smooth and balanced, never bitter.
Dairy milk comes from Batten Kill Valley Creamery in Salem, NY, and is free of pesticides and artificial hormones. Non-dairy options include Califia Farms Almond Barista Blend and Oatly, both chosen for quality.
Food includes giant croissants, blueberry muffins packed with berries, and locally sourced breads and pastries. Everything is fresh and made in front of you.
Service sets Absolute Coffee West Village apart. Baristas are kind, knowledgeable, and genuinely care about quality. The experience feels welcoming and authentic.
Because of its location on Bleecker Street near Washington Square Park, Absolute Coffee West Village is often searched as “best coffee in West Village,” “coffee near Washington Square Park,” or “Bleecker Street coffee shop.”
If you’re exploring our NYC Coffee Directory or comparing West Village coffee shops, Absolute Coffee West Village is worth seeking out for exceptional cold brew, quality beans, and a calm vibe.
Best For: Cold brew lovers • Laptop work • Quick grab-and-go • Quality coffee • People-watching on Bleecker Street
🏷️ Tags
Absolute Coffee West Village • Best Coffee in West Village NYC
West Village Café • Bleecker Street Coffee
Cold Brew NYC • Gimme Coffee NYC
NYC Coffee Directory • Near Washington Square Park
🗣️ What Locals Say
“Excellent cold brew, and fast, friendly service.”
“Very tasty coffee, I’d go back for sure.”
“The matcha is delicious. The music is soothing and relaxing.”
“Great lavender latte & giant croissants. My new West Village go-to café.”
“Iced latte is absolutely delicious—rich, creamy, and boldly coffee-forward.”
“The baristas at Absolute Coffee know what they’re doing.”
“Laptop friendly, and the management is super chill!”
“The raspberry mocha is so addicting. Barista was a sweetie too!”
“You can tell the barista cares about coffee quality.”
“THIS COLD BREW CHANGED MY LIFE.”
“The barista/staff here were so nice it made me want to come back immediately!”
🗨️ FAQs
Q: Is Absolute Coffee West Village good for working?
A: Yes — laptop-friendly with Wi-Fi and outlets, but seating is limited to about 6 tables.
Q: Does Absolute Coffee West Village have restrooms?
A: No — there are no restrooms.
Q: What is Absolute Coffee West Village known for?
A: Their cold brew, raspberry mocha latte, lavender latte, and strong espresso.
Q: What coffee roaster does Absolute Coffee West Village use?
A: Gimme Coffee from Ithaca, NY.
Q: Where is Absolute Coffee West Village located?
A: On Bleecker Street in the West Village, near Washington Square Park.
Q: Does Absolute Coffee West Village have food?
A: Yes — giant croissants, blueberry muffins, and locally sourced breads, pastries, and bagels.
