Rex
Coffee Shop and Sandwich Spot$$$$
Hell's Kitchen, New York
"Great Kalita Wave pour over of Counter Culture beans!"(13 Tips)
"Great pour over, Counter Culture coffee, local vibe."(9 Tips)
"Cauliflower hummus sandwich is delicious and great house baked cakes..."(3 Tips)
"Great coffee and tasty Cuban sandwich."(5 Tips)
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A rare find. Their lattes are consistently perfect and I think they bake their own pastries. The croissants are the best I've found in this city, always super fresh and buttery. Delicious!!
While Rex is technically a "Coffee Shop" it is also one of the few shops in the city (and certainly in the area) where you can get a good cup of loose leaf tea. They source their teas from Rishi.
Project Latte: a NYC cafe culture guideApril 2, 2013The only modern coffee shop for blocks, Rex is a godsend to Hells Kitchen, serving up Counter Culture coffee, pressed sandwiches, and housemade baked goods to nearby workers and far west side denizens Read more
Brittany BeisnerMay 19, 2018Delicious egg sandwiches and coffee. Great spot to grab breakfast. Small interior, but close to the Hudson so if you can’t find a seat take your order to go and sit by the river!
I work nearby and this place is a beautiful coffee oasis in a sea of midtown delis. Great sandwiches, nice people, and two tables to sit at if you want to hang around.
Emma BemmaOctober 7, 2017Best mochas. Must try the egg sandwich on a brioche bun with cheese, chorizo, avocados, and some incredible salsa verde.
ChrisMarch 12, 2019The anti-starbucks! Exceptional coffee, smiling faces and a warm atmosphere that gave us the true NYC/Hell's Kitchen experience. It's a must when you're in the area!
Kyle O'HaraOctober 20, 2015Egg sandwich won my heart. We spent about 5 minutes together but it felt like 2. I wish I could have spent more time to get to know the egg sandwich but she vanished before my eyes. I'll miss you. <3
Clarice ZhangMay 2, 2015I've been here so many times and it's still the perfect little coffee shop to study at. You just have to bring a pair of headphones. It's busy. High turnover. 2tables w about 10 chairs. Awesome!
Oliver OrlickiFebruary 1, 2014Hands down some of the best coffee in NYC. The owner and his staff really know their coffee. Great people and great coffee make this my go to spot in the hood.
Love this place, we had been there several times already and will definitely visit again. Love their sandwiches as well. (though tried very recently)
If you come between 8a-11a, get one of their AMAZING breakfast sandwiches--and be sure to add some homemade salsa verde!
Randy GrayAugust 7, 2014The coffee is amazing - oh and the croissants are fantastic too. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable about the science behind coffee brewing...must be why it's so good!- John AMarch 28, 2015Great pour over, Counter Culture coffee, local vibe. Cookies are just liked I baked them myself! But I am not a good baker so peanut butter cookies come out a bit burned looking, but they taste ok.
A wonderful local coffee shop in the neighborhood. The breakfast sandwiches and an iced coffee are fantastic.
Breakfast sandwich with chorizo, egg, cheese, tomato, avocado is best in Hell's Kitchen. Available on weekends only though.
MichaelNovember 25, 2016Good homemade sandwiches and best quality coffee you'll find in this part of the city. Brewing Counter Culture.
Ishmael VasquezSeptember 24, 2014Local coffee shop that ironically or unironically plays smashmouth. Lattes and sandwich are winners. They have a special sandwiches daily.
Danley HuSeptember 24, 2016I like the decor- it's spacious, but that's about it. The iced lattee was average. The staff could be friendlier. They also play hip hop music a little TOO loud for a coffee shop, in my opinion.
Raynaldo PersadOctober 3, 2017The best coffee I have had in a long time ie right next to Starbucks but way better and easier plus each sandwich are amazing
Keith LeaMarch 19, 2019Three varieties of single origin pour-over! Also they make a decent chai latte. Counter Culture beans.
The only bad thing about this place is its popularity. It's quite crowded for lunch so get there early (or after the rush) to get a seat by the window.
Sung HwangFebruary 14, 2016Love this place. Counter culture beans. Flavorful pour-over. Wish it had more space but more space might ruin the experience so its okay. Too cold to stay longer in the winter.
If you want excellent coffee in the Hell's Kitchen area, this is the place to go… and you will always get a smile from the staff
Kathee G.June 10, 2013Great sandwich for vegetarians: the cauliflower hummus sandwich has such a nice balance of sweet and tart. Highly recommended.
Solid espresso drinks, fresh scones, muffins and croissants. Come back for sandwiches during lunch.- Louis BitskoOctober 14, 2016Clearly the best maybe the only place for quality coffee in the surrounding area.
Best coffee in the neighborhood. Great staff and killer egg sandwiches on the weekends!
Phil TorontoAugust 12, 2014A glimmer of caffeinated hope on 10th Ave. Good coffee, friendly staff, a little room to sit and solid wifi.
Great coffee with awesome service and good sandwiches on the most perfectly toasted bread.- Project Latte: a NYC cafe culture guideApril 3, 2013Most of what goes by this shop is heavy truck traffic heading uptown, but there are people too. Rex is above street level and with a full glass front you can't help but gaze out. Coffee & wifi. Read more
- Uffe HagenOctober 10, 2019Very good Guatemala pour over, very good sandwich. Higly recommend this place
Elevine BergeMay 11, 2014One of very few places in town that offer not just almond milk, but also oat milk for the iced lattes! Score!
Ben DruckerMay 24, 2015Best coffee within walking distance of Lincoln Center. They brew Counter Culture.- Anna NYCNovember 19, 2015Cauliflower hummus sandwich is delicious and great house baked cakes and cookies.
- Ain't that a kick in the head: the new 'Fizzy Idido' is a sparkling refresher on a hazy day.
Excellent coffee, friendly coffee shop service, delicious and inventive sandwiches.
Justin MartinSeptember 28, 2014Best interpretation of a Cuban sandwich I've ever had, nice place to read if you can find a chair
AlDecember 29, 2013Best Coffee Shop on 10th Avenue between 36th Street and dozens of blocks on the Upper West Side...
Marisa FrancoOctober 31, 2013I dream about the cauliflower hummus sandwich that's served here. Ask about it. Order it. Eat it.
The Blueberry Muffins here are the best I've ever had. If you eat one, you'll start craving them!
Katie NittiAugust 22, 2015Love that they have counter culture coffee. Blueberry muffin is delicious.
Mike DudasMarch 26, 2014Gravlax & avocado spread sandwich with tomato and onion was an amazing special.
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Rex offers freshly brewed Counter Culture coffee and a selection of chef created sandwiches.
Closed until 7:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
(212) 757-0580
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Outdoor Seating
Yes
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