Papa Rouyo Distillery

Cool spot with an original menu but some of the baristas acted like they were doing us a favor by serving us. When we entered the coffee shop around 5pm, they looked at us like they were upset to have more customers. When the coffee shop was about to close, instead of directly letting us know it was time to leave, one of the male baristas thought it was more appropriate to turn the lights off on everyone and not saying anything. We all looked at each other wondering what was going on. Nonetheless, we loved the mango matcha latte with coconut milk and half & half! Not too sweet, very creamy and super refreshing!

Tried the papaya fruit latte which was one of the few drinks that could be made vegan. It was rather strong with two shots of espresso. Overall decent and the papaya wasn't too sweet. The other options I was interested in such as double pistachio mostly had dairy. So don't think it's for me personally. Lovely interior with a clean bathroom.

Not as interesting as it appears. Not as cool as it seems. Not as tasty as it looks.I got the iced double pistachio latte, which came out to be $9.25 with tax. Apparently, if you want no ice, they will charge you extra & this latte doesn't come in a hot version. Taste was okay, which is super underwhelming considering the hefty price tag for an iced coffee that is half filled with ice (I did ask for light ice). Barely tasted like pistachio & barely taste the coffee, more like a hint of something in milk. The person that took my order seemed too cool to work there that they weren't that friendly.I've passed by this place a few times & when it first opened there was so much hype around it that there would be a line outside but since I went when the hype died down, there was no line. It's a cool, hip, dark space that has a moody cafe vibe, but what's the point if the most popular drink is just mediocre. Maybe I'll come back to give it a 2nd chance & try something else on the menu, but maybe not.Also random note, but the tables are very awkwardly low compared to the seating.

Drinks were ok. We tried the rose coffeetea and the double pistachio latte. I didn’t feel like there was much of a rose flavor in the rose drink and the pistachio latte was ok. Nothing I would go back for. We also tried the espresso cacao cookie which was chewy and crispy - and very good.

honestly one of the best coffees i've ever had. such unique and thoughtful combinations. i love the banana split latte, it’s truly like nothing i’ve ever had before! their matcha is also perfect!! great spot to duck into after you’ve had your fill of apollo bagels across the street!!

This probably was the best coffee I’ve had in NYC. I came back the next day just for another one. Durian was fresh if that’s what you’re into. I didn’t try any sweets but I could only imagine it was also just as good. There was bit of a wait since it was on the weekend but I didn’t mind waiting 10-15 mins. I was a bit hesitant to try durian in coffee at first but it did not disappoint. Very cool to see exotic fruits being used in coffee! I highly recommend!