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The Art of Coffee at Everyman Espresso [The New York City Traveler]

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Starbucks came from fairly humble beginnings, a small storefront in Downtown Seattle, dedicated to the art of making coffee. Yet, somewhere along the way to world-domination, it all went wrong.

I realized how dependent I was on the chain when, in February, every single Starbucks was closed for “emergency training.” I didn’t get the memo and didn’t bother to read the small sign posted on the door of my Soho Starbucks. That night, in a rainy and cold New York, I was on a mission, running around downtown trying to find a Starbucks that was open. Unable to wrap my brain around the fact that every store could be closed, I took the train to Times Square. It was then, as I was standing in the center of the universe in front of a closed Starbucks, that I realized, yes, every single Starbucks was indeed closed.

It was a harsh moment, perhaps brought on by lack of caffeine, when I realized how dependent I was on something that is truly mediocre. The next day, I made a commitment to find a new neighborhood coffee shop.

Located on a quiet street not far from the bustle of Union Square is the sleek little cafe Everyman Espresso. Forget the bossa nova and cushy chairs that is synonymous with Starbucks, Everyman Espresso is a nod to mod with Pat Benatar playing overhead and a handful of modern bar stools and tables. It isn’t exactly a place to camp-out but it is a place to read the Village Voice. Oh yes, and it’s also the place to get the the best coffee you’ve ever had.

The entire process of ordering and enjoying Everyman Espresso’s coffee is unmistakably different. Everyman Espresso serves Counter Culture beans, which are freshly ground for every order. The menu is classically simple: Latte, Cappuccino, Americano, Mocha, Macchiato, Mezzo (a lighter espresso), and Drip Coffee. There isn’t an blended iced green tea latte to be seen.

In Everyman Espresso, I think I may have found my new neighborhood coffee shop… even if I have to take the train to get there.

Location: Everyman Espresso, 136 East 13th Street (between 3rd and 4th avenues) (map) 212-

Subway: 4, 5, 6, N, R, Q, W, L to Union Square

Hours: 8am-8pm

Photo credit: personal collection

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