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Don Alejo Coffee
$ · Brunch, Bagels

228 E 116th St, New York, NY 10029
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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Don Alejo Coffee 7.7
East Harlem
Vibes: Brunch Bliss Spots Hidden Gems Heaven Quick Bites Champions Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Latin-owned coffee bar on 116th serving breakfast all day, from egg sandwiches to sweet specialty lattes. It’s more cafe than restaurant, but locals treat it as a casual, laptop-friendly brunch stop with better coffee and friendlier service than most neighborhood chains.
Must-Try Dishes: Breakfast sandwich, Mazapán iced latte, Dirty horchata iced latte
Scores:
Value: 7.8 Service: 8.6 Consistency: 7.7 Food Quality: 8 Atmosphere: 7 Cultural Relevance: 6.3
What makes it special: Design-forward coffee shop doubling as an all-day breakfast nook on 116th.
Who should go: Solo brunchers wanting strong coffee, Wi-Fi, and breakfast all day.
When to visit: Late morning weekdays for quiet seats and unhurried counter service.
What to order: Breakfast sandwich, mazapán iced latte, dirty horchata latte.
Insider tip: Grab a sidewalk table on nice days; drinks come in to-go cups anyway.