Sheza Coffee House
1 minute walk from Yonkers
Whipped coffee, fun flavors, delicious pastries and baked goods and a cozy atmosphere impeccably decorated—what more could you want from a perfect coffee stop? The matcha croissants are exactly what you need, and maybe also a Nutella one and a raspberry one while you’re at it.
1S Alexander St, Yonkers, NY
Kitty’s Market Café
1 minute walk from Hudson
Attached to a beloved restaurant and bar, this grab-and-go spot boasts simple flavors and pastries baked fresh daily in-house. The Traveling Hashbrowns are a must try and perfectly paired with a fresh cup o’ joe.
60 S Front St Suite #3, Hudson, NY
Uncommon Grounds
Worth the short car ride from Saratoga Springs
A Saratoga Springs staple serving specialty coffee roasted in micro batches on the premises. It’s the unofficial town square of Downtown Saratoga. Pro Tip: Get there early enough and pick up yesterday’s bagels for pennies on the dollar. Yum!
402 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
Ambition
8 minute walk from Schenectady
This kitschy spot is beloved by locals and celebrities alike and has seen famous guests such as Kristen Chenowith and Ryan Gosling sidling up for their caffeine fix. Definitely try their specialty flavors including the tasty Raspberry Delight or Nutty Irishman.
154 Jay St, Schenectady, NY
Stacks Espresso Bar
Worth the short car ride or use the CDTA+ flex service from Albany-Rensselaer
Like the name suggests, this place offers up every type of espresso you’ve ever dreamed of in a chic and simple interior. Fresh roasted and brewed, this coffee won’t let you down. While there grab a delicious breakfast sandwich to accompany your mug of magic.
488 Broadway, Albany, NY
Chapter One Coffee & Tea
8 minute walk from Plattsburgh
Locally roasted coffee beans, loose-leaf teas and syrups from a farm just up the way–this cozy spot knows how important quality coffee is to its customers. Sit back, cozy up and grab an available book from the shelves while you enjoy.
30 City Hall Pl, Plattsburgh, NY
Utica Coffee Roasting Company
6 minute walk from Utica
With coffee brewed right in Utica, unexpected flavor combinations and specialty brews every month, this is what good coffee is all about in this town. In fact, make sure to take home some beans yourself.
92 Genesee St, Utica NY
Pawsitivitea CNY
7 minute walk from Syracuse
Personally, petting some adorable cats while sipping on an ice latte is my dream, and if you share this dream you simply have to stop here. Plus, the delicious coffee and tea makes it a no brainer. You might even find a furry friend you’d like to adopt!
2100 Park St, Syracuse, NY
Undergrounds Coffee House & Roastery
5 minute walk from Buffalo-Exchange Street
You have to try their specialty Cold Coffee Fusions made with espresso, milk, pudding powder and flavors such as dark chocolate or lavender that’s blended and topped with whipped cream. Wow.
1 W. Seneca Street Buffalo, NY
SPoT
Worth the short car ride from Niagara Falls
Enjoy locally sourced and roasted coffee at this Western New York staple. Make sure to try one of their coffee shakes, especially the Cinco Shake: espresso blended with caramel, white chocolate and vanilla topped with whipped cream. I mean…
24 Buffalo Avenue, NY Niagara Falls
