Cup-A-Joe Coffee House

Cup-A-Joe is just a few blocks away from all the fi-di craze. You can walk there in 20 minutes from Union Square. This small corner cafe makes a fine spot for spending a few hours with your laptop.

1) wifi 7 / 10
Wifi has been a bit dodgy here.

2) seating 9 / 10
There are two large tall tables for work and smaller tables inside and outside the cafe. The cafe is small but not so crowded most of the time.I have always found a seat at one of the large tables. On the downside half of the seats face away from the large windows and cause light reflection from the monitor screen.

3) power outlets 10 / 10
There are power outlets near both tables. You will be fine.

4) vibe: 8 / 10
This cafe attracts a balanced mix of people who want to work and people who want to hang out and have a coffee.

Overall: 8 / 10
Cup-A-Joe Coffee House doesn't stand out in any particular category. It is not one of those cafes you will remember to go next time. But it has everything working.

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