You’re not just getting another cup of coffee. You’re stepping into a space where local artists showcase their latest work while you enjoy expertly crafted beverages that match the sophistication of your surroundings.
Every visit offers something new. Monthly rotating exhibitions mean you’ll discover emerging talent from the neighborhood’s vibrant creative community. Whether you’re catching up with colleagues over our signature cold brew or finding inspiration during a quiet afternoon with our premium matcha, you’re part of an art cafe experience that feeds both your caffeine needs and your cultural curiosity.
This is what happens when art gallery meets coffee shop—you get a space that actually understands what Sutton Place, NY residents want: quality, culture, and community in one thoughtfully designed environment.
We’ve been serving Manhattan’s most discerning neighborhood since we recognized what was missing from the local art scene. Sutton Place, NY has always been home to cultural innovators and art enthusiasts, from the progressive women who transformed this area in the 1920s to today’s creative professionals who call these elegant streets home.
We’re not trying to be everything to everyone. We focus on what this neighborhood values: authentic artistic expression, exceptional coffee craftsmanship, and the kind of understated sophistication that makes Sutton Place, NY unique. Our location puts you steps from the East River promenade and within walking distance of the area’s established galleries and cultural institutions.
When you need a space that respects both your time and your taste—whether you’re here for our artist spotlight events or simply want the best coffee between Midtown and the river—you’ll find it here.
Walk in and you’ll immediately see this month’s featured artist displayed throughout our space. Take your time browsing while we prepare your drink—every piece is available for purchase, and we’re happy to connect you directly with the artist for these local art spotlights.
Order at our counter where our baristas craft everything from traditional espresso drinks to trending options like nitro cold brew and ceremonial-grade matcha. We source from local roasters who share our commitment to quality and sustainability, so you’re supporting the broader creative community with every cup.
Find your spot whether you prefer our communal tables perfect for networking, quiet corners ideal for focused work, or window seats overlooking Sutton Place’s tree-lined streets. Many of our regulars time their visits around our monthly artist receptions—intimate gatherings where you can meet the creators behind the work while enjoying specially curated refreshments.
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You get rotating monthly exhibitions featuring local artists from Sutton Place, NY and the broader Manhattan creative community. Each show includes an opening reception where you can meet the artist, learn about their process, and purchase original work while enjoying complimentary tastings of our seasonal drink specials.
Our coffee program focuses on what’s actually trending—from the smooth, mega-caffeinated cold brews that younger coffee drinkers love to traditional espresso preparations that satisfy more classic tastes. We also feature matcha sourced directly from Japan, prepared traditionally or as modern lattes that photograph beautifully for social media.
The space itself is designed for multiple uses throughout the day in true art cafe fashion. Morning brings neighborhood professionals grabbing expertly crafted coffee before heading to nearby offices. Afternoons attract art enthusiasts and remote workers who appreciate our reliable WiFi and inspiring environment. Evenings transform into cultural gatherings with artist spotlights, small exhibition openings, and community events that reflect Sutton Place’s sophisticated cultural heritage.
We rotate our featured artist exhibitions monthly, with new work installed during the first week of each month. This gives you fresh inspiration every time you visit while ensuring our local artists get meaningful exposure to our Sutton Place, NY community.
Each exhibition runs for four full weeks, culminating in an artist reception during the final week where you can meet the creator, learn about their techniques, and purchase pieces directly. We also maintain a smaller rotating display of work from previous featured artists, so you might discover something you missed from an earlier show.
We announce upcoming exhibitions through our social media and in-store displays, so you can plan your visits around artist spotlights whose work particularly interests you.
Our specialty menu focuses on what’s actually trending in 2025 while maintaining classics that never go out of style. You’ll find nitro cold brew on tap—that smooth, frothy option that looks like a pint of Guinness and delivers serious caffeine without the bitter edge.
We feature ceremonial-grade matcha from Japan, prepared traditionally or as modern lattes that taste as good as they photograph. Our seasonal rotation includes trending flavors like brown sugar lattes and creative iced coffee concoctions that keep you coming back year-round to our art cafe.
Everything is crafted with beans from local roasters who share our commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainability. We’re happy to explain the origin and preparation method for any drink, whether you’re a coffee novice or someone who knows exactly what they want.
Absolutely—every piece in our monthly exhibitions is available for purchase, and we make the process straightforward. Each artwork includes pricing and artist information, and our staff can connect you directly with the artist for questions about technique, sizing, or commissioning similar work.
We handle the transaction coordination, but you’re buying directly from the artist, which means they receive fair compensation for their work while you get authentic pieces from emerging local talent. Many of our regular customers have built impressive collections of work they discovered here first through our artist spotlights.
If you’re interested in a piece but want to think it over, we can hold items for 48 hours. We also maintain contact information for previous featured artists in case you want to commission work or see their latest pieces outside of our exhibition schedule.
We host several types of gatherings that reflect our dual focus on art and coffee culture. Our monthly artist receptions are open to everyone and feature the current exhibiting artist discussing their work while we serve specially curated refreshments and drink specials.
For private events, we offer after-hours space rental for art-focused gatherings, corporate meetings that want an inspiring environment, or cultural celebrations that align with our mission. The space accommodates up to 40 people comfortably, with our full coffee bar available and the current exhibition providing natural conversation starters.
We also partner with local art organizations for special events like artist spotlights, small group workshops, or neighborhood cultural initiatives. If you’re planning something that celebrates the intersection of art and community in Sutton Place, NY, we’re interested in discussing how we might collaborate.
We’re open Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 7 PM, and weekends from 8 AM to 8 PM, giving you flexibility whether you’re grabbing coffee before work or settling in for an evening of cultural inspiration. These hours reflect the rhythm of our Sutton Place, NY neighborhood—early enough for commuters, late enough for cultural events.
Yes, we have reliable, fast WiFi throughout the space because we know many of our customers work remotely or need connectivity for their creative projects. You’ll find a mix of seating options: communal tables that encourage networking, individual spots perfect for focused work, and comfortable seating areas better suited for casual conversations or art appreciation.
We ask that you be mindful of others during busy periods, especially weekday mornings when many neighbors depend on us for their daily coffee routine. But we’re designed to be a space where you can settle in, work productively, and draw inspiration from the rotating art around you.
We prioritize local artists from Sutton Place, NY and the broader Manhattan creative community, focusing on emerging talent who create work that resonates with our neighborhood’s sophisticated aesthetic. Our selection process considers both artistic quality and how well the work will engage our diverse customer base.
Artists can submit their portfolios through our website or in person, and we review submissions quarterly to plan our upcoming exhibition schedule. We look for work that photographs well (since many of our customers share their art cafe experiences on social media), tells an interesting story, and represents the kind of authentic creative expression that Sutton Place has historically supported.
We also accept recommendations from our regular customers, local art organizations, and other cultural institutions in the area. Sometimes our best artist spotlights come from creators our community discovers and suggests, which keeps us connected to the evolving creative landscape of our neighborhood.
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