The 8 Best Business Cafes

By Mavian Arocha-Rowe on Aug, 1 2011

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When it comes to holding today’s business meetings, a café's reputation for attracting movers and shakers is just as important as its ability to serve stellar coffee. If you're looking to impress a new client, celebrate a merger or just work out a few details away from the office, we've compiled the Top 8 for business cafés, presented in no particular order.

Grumpy Chelsea

224 West 20^th Street

New York, NY 10011

t: 212.225.5511

Café Grumpy Chelsea opened in 2006 on a unique tree-lined block.

Their customers were the first in NYC to be offered a menu of coffees to choose from, all brewed by the cup. The counter was built by one of their talented customers, Darren Gardner.

Its low profile gives people the opportunity to watch their coffee being prepared and its sectional work stations promote interaction between customers and baristas.

This location is the perfect space to meet up with a friend, read the paper or people and puppy watch on the benches outside. And, a sure place to find top-of-the-line technology mixed with beautiful, seasonal coffees sourced in-house.

The completely ungrumpy staff will guide you through a selection of espresso or filter coffee.

And besides being known for their ‘latte’ and ‘great coffee,’ they have a ‘no laptop’ policy—exactly what business professionals hope for when they actually want to engage in conversations. For more information, visit www.cafegrumpy.com.

Think Coffee
248 Mercer Street
New York, NY 10012
t: 212.228.6226

The world of specialty coffee has been transformed in recent years as roasters and retailers experiment with more exotic beans and more sophisticated methods for roasting and brewing them.

Think Coffee think that customers can and should demand the type of quality that comes from this level of attention, and one of their primary goals is to deliver that quality in every cup.

They also think that a great cup of coffee can be made even better when it is served with the right food.

They won’t go so far as to say that it’s like pairing a fine Pinot with an artisanal goat cheese, but in there is nothing better than one of their perfectly-extracted espressos served with a real New York bagel, or one of their single origin coffees served with a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. It will make your palate dance, or at least make it very happy.

They donate 10% of their after-tax profits from each of their stores to Grand Street Settlement, which runs a variety of programs for inner-city youth, teens and seniors on the Lower East Side of Manhattan.

Founded in 1916, Grand Street Settlement expands opportunities for low-income families and individuals by providing culturally relevant services that support community-building, advocacy and self-determination and an enriched quality of life. For more information, visit www.thinkcoffeenyc.com.

Mama's Restaurant and Café Baci
260 Mt Avenue
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
t: 908.852.2820

Mama's Restaurant and Café Baci is a family owned restaurant since 1970. They pride themselves on quality, as well as service. Located in Hackettstown, New Jersey, they serve Warren, Morris, Hunterdon and Sussex counties.

They have a little bit of everything, from Dine-In, Take-out, Gluten-Free and Smart Eating Menus, where patrons can enjoy the convenience of dishes featuring lean meats, whole wheat selections and lighter fare. For more information, visit www.mamascafebaci.com.

Stedman Corners Coffee
6335 Magnolia Stedman Rd
Mayville, NY 14757
t: 716.789.5047

Stedman Corners Coffee near Chautauqua NY has been operating for 110 years. Over 12 years ago Dan Wells bought the store and turned it into a seasonal coffeehouse and café that also roasts its own coffee.

Word soon began to spread about the great coffee coming from the store.

Wells began to successfully sell his coffee to other coffeehouses, restaurants and supermarkets. Today, Stedman Coffee is the leading selling gourmet coffee in Chautauqua County, N.Y.

“Producing great tasting coffee is our business and our passion. Each and every day we put forth our best effort to purchase, roast, and package an exceptional product.” We are “Artists in Coffee Roasting,”” says Dan Wells.

For more information, visit www.stedmancoffee.com.

Cafecito
26 East Congress Parkway
Chicago, IL 60605
t: 312.922.2233

Chicago, a city so full of culture and style, deserves a good Cuban coffee house. And, that is exactly what Cafecito brings to its patrons. Here, you can reintroduce yourself to the essence of coffee without taking away its integrity. As you sit back in their comfortable dining room, take in the sounds and aromas of Latin America.

Enjoy one of their pressed sandwiches or specialty salads inspired by their celebrated culinary countries. Cafecito takes pride in using fresh, all natural ingredients. They want to make sure their guests can savor the true flavors of meats and homemade marinades.

They also want to be our choice for small get-togethers, business meetings, study sessions or just a moment of pure relaxation. They welcome their patrons as family and enjoy a passion for coffee, conversation and life. For more information, visit www.cafecitochicago.com.

News Café
800 Ocean Drive
Miami, Beach FL 33139
t: 305.538.6397

In December of 1988, Mark Soyka and Jeffrey Davis opened News Café, a quaint sidewalk café newsstand and bookstore at the corner of 8^th Street and Ocean Drive in the Art Deco District of Miami Beach.

The concept was simple: start with a news kiosk and some bookshelves and surround them with tables; display a selection of local, national and international publications and play a mix of jazz and classical music; serve from a basic menu of salads, sandwiches, desserts, fresh fruit juices and coffees; offer patrons a European-style experience, and see how it goes.

As more and more people began choosing Miami Beach as a destination or a home, News Café changed and grew to accommodate all who came. They created a timeless atmosphere.

Open 24 hours a day, News Café has expanded over the years to include a separate bar, full-service kitchen, additional sidewalk/courtyard seating and a custom-designed retail space that enhances the overall experience. For more information, visit www.newscafe.com.

Angelique Euro Cafe
117 Miracle Mile
Miami, FL 33134
t: 305.529.9922

Yolanda and Carlos Rossi are the husband and wife team behind Angelique Euro Café. The couple relocated from New York several years ago to fulfill their dream of establishing a

European-inspired neighborhood café on Miracle Mile. Yolanda, a Miami native born to Cuban parents, graduated from FIU and went to New York to appease her appetite for big challenges.

In so doing, she traveled the world and honed her management skills while developing a discriminating palate. Carlos, born in Puerto Rico from Spanish and French parents, also left his beloved island to establish his own advertising business in New York.

The couple always kept one foot in the restaurant world. One of their earlier restaurants was Torreblanca, a renowned fine dining establishment in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Today, the restaurant is known as Jose, and after 30 years, it still sets the bar for excellence in service and culinary expertise in the area. The Rossi’s passion for hospitality is reflected in Angelique’s character as they find joy in providing unsurpassed personal service in a refined but comfortable and setting. For more information, visit www.angeliqueeurocafe.com.

Alcove Café
1929 Hillhurst Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90027
t: 323.644.0100

Alcove is housed in two of the oldest houses in Los Feliz: a Spanish duplex built in 1916 and a craftsman cottage built in 1897.

These two structures have been occupied and enjoyed by many generations of residents and businesses.

Originally built as private homes, these houses were converted to commercial use in the 1970s.

Over the last 35+ years, these structures have contained specialty offices, a small private school, a real estate firm and most recently an escrow company.

Alcove became the proud face of this address in 2004.

Pride drives them. They offer hearty food prepared with the freshest ingredients: cakes, tarts and pastries done by local artisan bakers; Belgian beers and fine wines from across the globe.

Their espresso and coffee is hand roasted every week by Fonte, an award winning Seattle based micro-roaster, and their loose leaf teas are hand-crafted.

For more information, visit www.alcovecafe.com.

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