Semicolon Cafe is a short walk from the Essex Street stop and offers some of the best coffee around. Essex Street Semicolon Cafe | 77 Hudson Street

Coffee is served as early as 7AM so it’s a great option if you have an early morning commute.

Gotan is one of the latest NYC cafes to open on this side of the Hudson. Gotan | 198 Van Vorst Street on the Corner of Van Vorst + Morris There’s a pastry case full of treats if you’re looking for something sweet, but Perk Up also sells savory options like avocado toast and bagels. Keep an eye out for seasonal specials like a Vermont Maple Syrup Latte in the fall. Perk Up Coffee offers a community vibe along with an excellent coffee menu. It opens at 8AM on weekdays and 9AM on weekends so you can stop by for a bite before a busy day ahead. B18 Coffee Kitchen | 18 Park View Avenueī18 is run by the Beechwood Cafe team and serves espresso drinks, pancakes, and breakfast sandwiches. Fuel up at B18 Coffee Kitchen, Perk Up Coffee, or Gotan before hopping on the light rail. Marin Boulevard is a great place to stop because there are multiple coffee shops within walking distance of the light rail stop. The menu is full of specialty lattes and breakfast sandwiches which can be enjoyed as early as 8AM. A post shared by Brewshot plenty of seating, and strong WiFi, in Brewshot which makes it a great spot to get some work done.

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