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Coffee Shop 4.3· 233 reviews $1–10

Café Grumpy - Lower East Side

New York, United States

Café Grumpy on Lower East Side NY offers specialty house-roasted coffee, quick bites, and a casual, cozy atmosphere with dine-in and takeout options.

4.3 / 5

Guest rating

233

Reviews

Coffee Shop

Cuisine

New York

City

$1–10

Price level

Closes at 7:00 PM

Overview

About Café Grumpy - Lower East Side

Located in New York City's Lower East Side, Café Grumpy is a local coffeehouse known for its house-roasted specialty blends served in a laid-back, casual environment. This coffee shop combines a trendy vibe with a comfortable atmosphere that appeals to a diverse crowd.

The menu features a variety of coffee selections including espresso-based drinks and quick bites. Seating is limited with no table service, but guests can enjoy their drinks onsite or conveniently take away. The location supports contactless payments and accepts credit and debit cards.

The café is appreciated for its family-friendly and LGBTQ+ welcoming environment. Paid street parking is available nearby, although there is no wheelchair accessible parking lot. Reservations are not accepted, so visits are typically on a walk-in basis.

Coffee shop Espresso bar Casual atmosphere Women-owned Family-friendly LGBTQ+ friendly Dine-in & Takeout

Quick facts

  • 13 Essex St, New York, NY 10011
  • +1 212-777-7515
  • Price range $1–10
  • Accepts credit, debit & NFC payments
  • Paid street parking nearby
  • Walk-ins only, no reservations
  • No wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Offers coffee, quick bites, dessert
Amenities & features

What's available at the restaurant

Grouped by category — each group lists what's available and what isn't at Café Grumpy - Lower East Side.

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection

Accessibility

  • No Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Quick bite

Dining options

  • Dessert
  • No Table service

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • LGBTQ+ friendly

Planning

  • No Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Paid street parking
Hours

Opening hours

When Café Grumpy - Lower East Side is open during the week.

Closes at 7:00 PM

  • Monday 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Tuesday 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Wednesday 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Thursday 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Friday 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Saturday 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
  • Sunday 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Location

Location & Nearby Places

Central New York, with cafes, shops, and other restaurants within easy walking distance.

Reviews

Reviews for Café Grumpy - Lower East Side

What recent guests say after dining at Café Grumpy - Lower East Side.

4.3/ 5

Based on 233 guest reviews

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Rating distribution

5 65%
4 17%
3 8%
2 3%
1 6%

Avi NasH

Jun 23, 2026

"Delicious hot coffee, hot chocolate and we had an almond croissant friendly staff . Keep it up ."

Saul Cervantes

May 15, 2026

"Small little coffee shop, the barista was very nice. There isn't room inside to sit and they only have one bench outside for seating but there's an entire park on the other side of the street where there's plenty of seating. It's a very nice way to spend some time, if you have it. Just sit and relax with your drink and pastry. The park has shade from the tall beautiful trees that surround it and there are jungle gyms so if you have a little one, both of you will have something to do. I got the Honey Oat Latte with a blueberry scone. Both were delicious, definitely gave me the morning pick me up I needed to start my day."

Gabriela Gutierrez

May 13, 2026

"Charming small local café—great spot for a quick stop if you’re in the area. Cozy atmosphere, good coffee, and friendly service!"

Jaewon Lee

May 11, 2026

"Best coffee around here!! Ask for barista Jinwoo he will make the best coffee!"

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Café Grumpy - Lower East Side:

Specialty house-roasted brews including espresso blends, drip coffee, and seasonal drinks with options like oat milk are available.

Seating inside is very limited with no table service; however, there is a bench outside and nearby park seating across the street.

The location operates on a walk-in basis only and does not take reservations.

Credit and debit cards, as well as NFC mobile payments, are generally accepted for customer convenience.

While the café is accessible, there is no wheelchair accessible parking lot nearby, which may require planning ahead for accessibility needs.

Quick bites and desserts such as scones and pastries are available alongside the coffee selections.

The café welcomes families and is also noted for being LGBTQ+ friendly, offering a comfortable atmosphere for a broad range of visitors.

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