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5 of the Best Coffee Shops in Washington Heights, Inwood

Find out where you should satisfy your coffee fix in Washington Heights and Inwood.

WASHINGTON HEIGHTS-INWOOD, NY —Need a pick me up to get through hump day? Need a pick me up every day? Get yourself a great cup of coffee. Here are five of the best coffee shops in the Washington Heights and Inwood area, according to Yelp reviews.

Cafe Buunni — 213 Pinehurst Ave.

One yelp reviewer gave this spot high marks: "Cute neighborhood spot, definitely worth checking out. Sit with the locals and enjoy a designer coffee, custom made any way you like it. The baristas are friendly and accommodating and the interior is artistic and inviting."

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Cafe Kolmaro — 185 Sherman Ave.

Reviewer Nathalie S said this spot is her neighborhood favorite: "Love this place. I live on this block and I come here every day to get a coffee. I barely step my foot in and the woman behind the counter starts preparing my coffee, they all already know exactly how I like it. They also have tasty green smoothies and their menu has a good variety to it"

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Kazza Coffee & Wine Bar — 708 W. 177th St.

Reviewer Alex Y said: "Stopped here for a quick shot of espresso to start the morning. The place is nicely decorated, but the seating may be a bit limited.The coffee is good. The service is even better. There's a loyalty card that they give out. Every 5 stamps is a free coffee."

G’s Coffee Shop — 634 W 207th St.

Duane S said this is the perfect breakfast or lunch spot: "Great family owned, neighborhood coffee shop for breakfast and lunch. I've gotten food here many times over the years, dine in, and to go. Pretty much everything is made fresh right in front of you. They make a Mexican breakfast burrito that is awesome."

Taszo Espresso Bar — 5 Edward M. Morgan Place

Yelp reviewer Shane L said: "Best latte, cortado, coffee, tea and brunch in Washington Heights, love no computer weekend mornings when the people talk to each other - families, young and old, locals and newbies. Staff are great!"

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