2004 New York City Marketplace

Zagat Survey
2004

Kudo Beans
49 1/2 First Ave. (bet 3 rd & 4 th Sts.) 212-353-1477
www.kudobeans.com

This friendly coffee shop opened recently on a prime East Village corner so that Starbucks wouldn't, and the community is already giving it kudos for providing amazing student discounts as well as a venue for local artists and musicians to exhibit their crafts; while its strong suit is definitely fresh-roasted coffee – it offers more than 25 kinds – it also features a selection of teas, sandwiches, gelato and other desserts.