Bibliotheque. Photo via web site.

If you are looking for a fun, themed cafe to hang out with friends, enjoy a first date, or even do remote work, you must check out these five cafes in Manhattan.

Koneko Cat Cafe

Koneko Cat Cafe. Photo via web site.

Located on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, Koneko is a cat cafe with an artisanal Japanese-influenced menu including house-made desserts, beer, wine, and sake. Their kitties roam freely around their three cat-centric spaces. Koneko gets their cats from the city’s “at-risk” list which is the last stand for New York City’s cats before they are scheduled to be euthanized. Their mission is to find loving homes for each and every cat they have. 

The One In New York

The One In New York. Photo via web site.

This trendy coffee house is designed to resemble Central Perk Cafe from the set of the TV show Friends. Whether you’re visiting The FRIENDS™ Experience or just passing, stop by The One In New York and try their seasonal menu of beverages and pastries. 

The Uncommons 

The Uncommons. Photo via web site.

The Uncommons is a board game cafe filled with classic games like Monopoly, Checkers, and Backgammon, games you’ve never heard of, and a few you’ve always wanted to try. They collect the latest and greatest new games, find independent designers, and make them all available for play. Not only do they take their games seriously but their coffee and beer too. With plenty of food and drink options, this is the perfect place whether you’re a diehard geek or just want to have fun with family or friends! 

Only $15 per person and $10 for students Monday through Thursday, with a three-hour limit during peak periods.  

Dialogue Coffee & Flowers

Dialogue Coffee & Flowers Iced Matcha. Photo via web site.

Dialogue is a beautiful flower-themed cafe located on the Lower East Side. With a huge sit-down space in the back, beautiful airy lighting, signature lattes, and yummy pastries, Dialogue is the perfect place for a coffee date or remote working.

Bibliotheque

Bibliotheque. Photo via web site.

Bibliotheque is a one-of-a-kind bookstore, café, and wine bar in the heart of SoHo. They offer a curated selection of over 10,000 books both old and new, rare and accessible. They also have delicious food and beverages, with a cozy, inviting atmosphere perfect for reading a great book or meeting up with friends. Bibliotheque regularly hosts author readings, wine tastings, art/drawing classes, intimate musical acts, and more.