Oren’s Daily Roast

I’ve always been a big fan of the Oren’s coffee chain and I’ve frequented the Murray Hill location countless times. I would’ve given them a full 5-​stars if it weren’t until my experience there this past Saturday. I wandered in for my midday caffiene fix and ordered my usual iced coffee with soy milk, the same thing I order EVERY SINGLE TIME I go there. It was incredibly watered down, tasted very off, and was… nasty. WHAT’S GOING ON OREN’S? WHY DO YOU DO THIS TO ME?
I’m attributing this experience to it being a one time thing, but still, I was not a happy camper. I take my coffee very seriously.
Overall, their coffee is great and the baristas are good too. If you check in on Foursquare you get 20% off so the Jew in me is happy. My favorite cold brew is peabody, but they don’t always have it.

I’ve had their coffee plenty of times and it’s definitely one of the better options for the neighborhood. They’ve unfortunately flopped on the occasions I’ve opted for an espresso drink.

easy in, easy out. kind service, yummy coffee, good prices.

Where do I begin… The guy who took our order: forgot what we ordered three time in the span of 3 minutes, had to ask the other guy how to make a chai latte (really?!), and took forever walking around in circles looking for things. As for the regular drip coffee: after two sips I dumped it in trashcan on the corner. Weird flavor like it wasn’t roasted correctly. My wife’s hot chai latte wasn’t any better. Lukewarm/​cold, tasted like a mix… not like something you’d expect from a decent shop. Too many other good coffee shops in the area to find any reason to come back here. Look elsewhere!

Occasionally I grab a latte here when I need a break from work. Overall, the service is decent and the coffee is really good. I do however wish they had a better selection of pastries. But I’m Grateful for this store… In this neighborhood its either DD’s Or Bucks. I’d rather go to Oren’s. Just wish they had WIFI.

This Oren’s is a nice neighborhood alternative to the DDs and Bucks. It’s a tiny spot, no seating, so it’s just a quick coffee to-​go spot. Pretty tasty coffee, yummy rugelach and a good assortment of beans to choose from for those home coffeemakers.

I really needed to get some coffee beans and was going to head over to Whole Foods but this place was closer. The prices are fair. I got ¾ lb of Columbia medium roast coffee and ¼ Hazelnut for a total of 16 dollars. The person ‘helping’ me behind the counter was pretty clueless in terms of suggestions. That bothered me because I’m just sort of starting to get into home brewing and really wanted to know about the acidity, altitude etc. The kids ringing me up said some rude things but I’m sure they were just bored or something.
I tried out the Columbia at home and while its more astringent and bitter with more aftertaste than my previous blend, it does have quality to it.
Next time though, I’m gonna get something smoother. But perhaps not at Oren’s.

Listen: The staff is singing to TINA freakin’ TURNER and I am falling in love with everyone of their friendly faces! Good coffee beans to french press at home, check! Buying your own beans beating the drip by a long short for sure. Also: Tasty Tate’s chocolate chip cookies, check! And decent prices considering the locale, not bad all around. Small digs, not too busy. Get ready for a few self important people staring at imported coffees like brain surgeons while they try to determine if they’re going Botswana or Columbian for their dinner party, but hey, does it matter when the staff is strutting to cool tunes and pouring decent coffee? Nah, not really!

This place is a little tough to review. In terms of their coffee beans, 5 stars!!! I was browsing one day and wanted to pick out some awesome beans for my boyfriend who is a coffee nut and after discussing what I liked about coffee, I was steered towards their Costa Rican. It smells and tastes amazing! I haven’t tried all their beans but depending on what you like, I’m sure they can find you your perfect coffee match.
The drip coffee there is usually sub-​par. I don’t know why because their coffee beans smell so fresh and delicious but I’m usually disappointed by the brewed coffee here. I hate when coffee tastes too syrupy and I think that’s what I usually end up with when I get the drip. But if that’s your thing, youll probably like it.
They also sell coffee supplies and cute coffee mugs so this place still gets a solid 3 starts from me. But definitely a great place to buy beans!

I stopped in to Oren’s today for the first time ever. I was meeting a friend for a quick coffee and chose this place in the area as an alternative to Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, or elsewhere. Glad I did.
This particular location is very small, with basically just a counter and shelves of coffee-​related products on offer, with a tiny area by the window next to the coffee condiments where two people can sit. Literally… unless you want to sit on someone’s lap, which is cool if you’re into that.
It’s got a chill vibe and seems to take on the role of «alternative» coffee shop. They play cool music, staff are laid back and operate with an independent sensibility. Definitely does not feel like a chain, which I dig. The coffee was tasty and my espresso drink was prepared well. If it were a little more convenient on my commute to work, I’d be hitting this place up on the regular.

Location was clean and neat and the staff was friendly and helpful. They offer a nice selection of single bean coffees and a variety of teas. However, our coffee was weak and almost tasteless, unfortunately. Maybe it was an off day.

I have always been a big fan of Oren’s but what the hell is going on at this location. I went there on a Monday at 10:30AM and they had no half&half or milk for my coffee. My wife ordered a tea and they had no honey.
You are located in NYC, you have grocery stores across the street and you have 3 people working behind the counter. Thanks again for the soy milk in the cappuccino my father-​in-​law is still complaining about it.

Compared to other locations, I do not like this Oren’s. I’ve been here an handfull of times, and I never really had a good latte. Infact, each time, I end up throwing it away half full,
I am also not too impressed with their bake goods. I believe the use, Balthazar’s, and I am a fan of Balthazar’s, but I did not taste the freshness.
I do like Oren’s, it not my favorite place to get coffee in Manhatthan, but I am def a fan, I just do not like this location.

The coffee here is great as is the service.
And of course the smell of roasted coffee is one of the best smells out there to a coffee addict so there’s that too.

Best iced coffee on the east coast. The staff is nice too.
Everyone I think of iced coffee, I think of Oren’s. Every time I drink Iced coffee at home, I think it’s sucks compared to Oren’s.

I was told that they make their own chai, and that it’s not sweet. So when I ordered my iced soy chai, I had them put in a shot of vanilla and my drink was still only $ 3.85. That’s pretty awesome. It’s nice to discover a coffee shop that won’t ask you for your life savings for soy milk and a shot of syrup. Oh, and what’s with coffee places charging you 50 cents to get your drink ICED? Luckily, I didn’t have that problem here at Oren’s.
I think the only issue here is that they only have three stools. So if you are looking to sip your drink and sit at a table, this isn’t the place for it.

You know what I love about Oren’s? Everything.
–Pastries from Balthazar
–Fresh (and many different assortments) of coffee beans
–Very VERY yummy teas (I opt for the iced peach tea… so delish and refreshing, especially when hung over)
–Somewhat-​friendly staff (this is why I doc’d a star)
–Cool mugs and coffee accessories to purchase
Love you Oren’s.

Solid coffee purveyer to get your caffeine jolt. Basically, a mini chain version of Starbucks as they have around 8 or 9 locations in the city. But the difference at this location is you won’t find a horde of people hogging tables and chairs for hours using their computers. It is a small shop with only a little counter space by the window to stop and drink your brew. But that is ok as this is basically a grab and go type of place.
They have decent regular brewed or flavored coffees each day. I had the chocolate hazelnut which was good. A cup will cost you about $ 2. Really nice selection of different coffee beans to choose from. Cookies and snacks too. Also sells coffee makers, cups, accessories. Not a bad place overall. Baristas are friendly, shop is clean, and there is never much of a wait.

Ice Americano 32oz — $ 3.95
Considering how people are loving this place, I think something went wrong when they made my coffee.
It was the worst Café Americano I’ve ever had.
It tasted like someone made the coffee out of a very old Maxwell can.
It tasted like ash, old, not dark, just bitter… wrong all kinds of way.
Being a coffee frenetic, I usually finish coffee regardless.
But this time I had about 4 oz, and had to trash it.

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