12 Corners

Coffee: 5 Staff: 4 Environment: N/A 12 corners has amazing coffee! I ordered a cappuccino - it had a rich taste and didn’t border on too milky. Their sign says “cash only,” but I didn’t have cash on me and I was able to Venmo my payment so don’t worry if you’re like me and forget to bring cash with you. Unfortunately the actual shop interior is closed at the moment so there’s only an order window, but the coffee is definitely worth a visit!

I didn't realize how rare coffee shops were in Chinatown until the other day when I found myself needing some caffeine in the area. Sure there are plenty of delicious bakeries and dessert spots scattered all around, but I think finding a strictly coffee-type place is few and far in between. So I was pleasantly surprised to stumble upon this establishment in the middle of all the hustle and bustle of Mott street. I got a coffee to go, which was really what I needed. Coffee was definitely way better than what you can get at the larger chain coffee stores. As of now it looks like there is no indoor seating and the outdoor seating area only had one table and two chairs. It's also cash only, so keep that in mind!

If you're in Chinatown, NYC – don't pass this place up! This coffee shop is the absolute best... the people working there are kind, consistent and knowledgeable and they always remember what I like. This is my go-to whenever I need a little pick-me-up. My personal favorites are the iced mocha and the rose tea lavender latte! Yum! 😋