Joe Coffee Company
Coffee Shop and Café$$$$
West Harlem, New York
The experts at Food & Wine and The Corcoran Group recommend this place
"Love the fact that there's a Joe coffee at Columbia."(3 Tips)
"architecturally stunning spot on the Columbia University campus"(3 Tips)
"Cortado is the best espresso drink here"(26 Tips)
"Get a chai latte and share a table with a stranger."(10 Tips)
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I just love doing homework in this space, just the right amount of noise and music. It can be crowded but you can almost always find someone to share a table with!- Project Latte: a NYC cafe culture guideNovember 14, 2012This architecturally stunning spot on the Columbia University campus has fast free wifi, courtesy of the college, real good sandwiches, quality baked goods and great coffee. Read more
Megan BakerAugust 20, 2014Best coffee on Columbia's campus, but lacking gluten free food choices. The hibiscus iced tea is an awesome choice when you don't feel like coffee. Beware: the chai mix has dairy in it, is not vegan.
Awesome place to work or have an informal meeting. Amazing coffee. I'm a big fan of the small latte or flat white depending on what part of the world you are in.
Well crafted, high quality coffee. This location is super convenient for those of us who live in the Heights! Never had trouble getting a seat, but I tend not to mind sharing a table with a stranger.
Michael TJuly 22, 2015Great coffee of course! Good spot for pourover, although you may have to fight for a table. Great spot to work if you can get it.- Project Latte: a NYC cafe culture guideJune 17, 2013We don't enjoy Joe's espresso as much since the switch to Intelli Black Cat, but today's thick, bright shot had a fruity enough aftertaste to overcome the popcorn-y tinge and left us wanting another.
The coffee is the hero, but those sea salt chocolate chip cookies are goddamn amazing. Take some napkins, because the chocolate can get very gooey.
Amazing coffee, awesome floor-to-ceiling windows. Great place to study if you can snag a table. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more- Get a chai latte and share a table with a stranger. The views from the floor to ceiling windows and a warm drink make you feel like studying even when you are exhausted.
Come for the enormous glass walls that look out onto the more traditional architecture of Columbia's Teacher's College. Coffee feels standard, and food options are sadly a bit limited.
Eric GallegosAugust 2, 2016The pros: Amazing WiFi, good coffee, and ample seating. The cons: only 4 outlets and the counter closes early.
If you haven't tried the French Dip, you are really missing out. If you're vegetarian, the Guacamole & Hummus Sandwich is the tastiestiest combo of vegetarian fun between two awesome slices of bread.
- AdnaOctober 22, 2015Love the fact that there's a Joe coffee at Columbia. Seating area has great natural light but fills up quickly.
Heewa BarfchinSeptember 3, 2013Big open space, great coffee, wifi. Good for working with a laptop, especially now that Lenox Coffee's Internet is basically nonfunctional.
Foad TorshiziSeptember 17, 2015Long queue! Other than that everything tastes great. I love their sandwiches, though most people are in line for the great coffee.
These chairs leave weird imprints on legs ...so wear pants or a long skirt if coming to do work or sit a while :)
Cheryl HuangApril 2, 2016This joe is near/in Columbia university is so crowed with students who occupy most of the seats doing their homework. Some of them don't even order coffee or food. Very inconsiderate people!!!!!
The new flavor from Guatemala is good. I recommend it if you drink pour overs rather than espresso.
Roger SchonfeldApril 24, 2015Occasional long lines because this is this only option in the science and engineering quadrant of the Columbia campus. And it's good!
The Corcoran GroupApril 1, 2011A much better alternative to Starbucks – with a smooth and rich coffee. Pair it with a delicious muffin. Or take some beans home to brew it yourself.
Felicia Z.July 30, 2011Quality coffee drinks and beautiful all-glass and granite environment. Generally dislike the music and they continuously skipped my order when redeeming my customer loyalty card (10 drinks = 1 free).
Serious EatsApril 21, 2013Joe's good coffee is a given, but the Manhattan mini-chain specializes in friendly, helpful service.
Eric VenkerSeptember 26, 2014Probably the only decent coffee shop on Columbia's campus. Plan on a pass through with every table full almost all day long.
Samantha HendersonAugust 19, 2014This has one of the nicest restrooms on the Columbia campus—and you're not required to buy anything à la Starbucks.- L. T.June 30, 2016Usually hard to find a seat. The lines go quickly, though. So you'll be in and out in no time.
Felicia MSeptember 3, 2013Great atrium to sit with fantastic light from the huge windows. Always crowded.
André SilveiraDecember 24, 2011Good atmosphere and good food. If you wanna try a breakfast sandwich try it with ham. My girl has ordered without ham and said mine's better.
Jackie LuoOctober 3, 2014Nice place to study at Columbia! However, it's always packed, so finding a seat can be a struggle.- if u come at the end of the day (7-8pm) they might give you an extra cookie !
there is almost never seating in joe's, so don't be shy and just join someone's table.
The Almond Croissant is everything! Perfect with a cappuccino 💚
A regular cappuccino/latte comes with 2 shots of espresso already, be cautious adding an extra shot unless caffeine is your religion.
Mark ChoiAugust 9, 2014Awesome espresso.. get 10 $2 coffees.. your 11th $5.50 large ice mocha is free!
Inside New YorkApril 26, 2012The line may be long but it's worth the wait. Hungry? Try their healthy and tasty pb&j :)
Best tasting coffee and the soy they use is Pacific Soy Barista Blenders which makes all the difference if ur dairy-free like me
Try to grab a seat by the window on a sunny afternoon and enjoy the sun and watch people passing by.
Stefan St.November 25, 2014Typical student-café on campus (Columbia University). The location is nicely overlooking an intersection. Unfortunately it's always crowded and you might not even be able to score a seat.
Christine PApril 19, 2013Packed with college kids, long lines though move quickly, hard to get a seat, cappuccino was delicious but even for NY ridiculously priced. At least there's good eye candy.
- The Colombian coffee is from the wrong place in Colombia. Instead of being from the coffee region it's from the sugar region, hence why it may not be the favored coffee here.
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Joe Coffee Company
550 W 120th St (at Broadway)
New York, NY 10027
United States
New York, NY 10027
United States
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Closed until 8:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
(212) 924-7400
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No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
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