Not As Bitter

I had a wonderful experience at Transition Coffee Shop. Their signature Cafe Latte with tea is a true standout, and the coffee in general is excellent - not bitter at all. The atmosphere is also lovely, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy a cup.

Not As Bitter is my recent favorite coffee shop as I'm obsessed with their creative drink menu. While my go-to drink is their Banana Split, they also have some interesting coffee options like Strawberry Split, Double Pistachio, Durian Latte, Papaya Latte etc. If you like Asian-inspired and fruit-infused flavors and sweetened coffee, make sure to check them out. Suggested itinerary: Stop by Apollo's Bagels to get bagels, and grab a drink at Not As Bitter across the street. ＊Banana Split According to the drink label, it is a drink inspired by a trip to Hawaii. It is composed of espresso, coconut milk, whole milk and banana. What really surprises me is they actually blend REAL BANANA into the drink, instead of simply adding store bought banana milk. You can drink mashed banana, and it goes perfectly well with coconut milk and coffee. Very creamy with a hint of bitterness from espresso to balance out the sweetness.

Is it worth all the hype? Maybe. Probably. I’m a New Yorker that loves lines so it worked out for me. 😅 They have incredibly creative options for your fuel. Everything is crafted with mindfulness and gives you an experience you haven’t had before drinkwise! Went with a classic Americano but with their beans that they use for their lattes because it’s a little darker than what they use for their normal espresso. Great service for a place that that is so hyped and busy! Way to go team! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

A friend took me here and we both got the hawthorn tree cold brew! It is sooooo good for a Sunday coffee treat! It’s exactly what it says on the label! I can’t taste the coffee because the hawthorn is probably masking the taste! It’s so delicious! I can’t stop thinking about it since! I love the little pieces of hawthorn that gets sucked up through the straw.

The service and the atmosphere were highly pleasant! BUT THE COFFEE?????? . . . I tried a fruit latte, and I absolutely DESPISE IT! Initially, what drew me in was the aesthetics, and how good the coffee looks. However, the taste is not there. I don’t like the fact that there aren’t any dairy free options. All coffee has dairy! The coffee was a bit bitter and tangy, and SOUR because of the fruit. The strawberries, coconut milk, and espresso do not work together in my opinion. Maybe someone can recommend a better coffee to me. Maybe I’m just traditional and like basic lattes flavours. I keep taking a few sips to try to see if I can force myself to like it but I just DON’T. $8.17 is overpriced for the size of the coffee and the taste doesn’t make up for it. Again, service was amazing and everyone was friendly!!

Love the concept of fruit latte, the coffee is made with beautiful fruit syrup drip on the cup, and nice layered with espresso, cream and ice. Tastes absolutely delicious. The fruit doesn't overkill the coffee itself, well balanced. I had pistachio one, loved it. Will come back and try other flavors.

Very cool vibe inside but the coffee was one of the worst I’ve had. I was recommended a butter beer latte after I attempted to order a caramel iced latte. The baristas were very nice to try and help but I was ultimately disappointed. It was extremely bitter and very pricey for the size. As someone who has a nut intolerance, I wish I was informed it’s made with coconut milk. I was only tolerating the flavor because of the price, but then had no choice but to toss almost the entire beverage after I started to have a reaction. I will definitely not be coming back.

Aside from the great coffee the staff is so welcoming. I love the unique coffee mixes they have. 10/10 recommend and Tim says hi!

I had a wonderful experience at Transition Coffee Shop. Their signature Cafe Latte with tea is a true standout, and the coffee in general is excellent - not bitter at all. The atmosphere is also lovely, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy a cup.

Not As Bitter is my recent favorite coffee shop as I'm obsessed with their creative drink menu. While my go-to drink is their Banana Split, they also have some interesting coffee options like Strawberry Split, Double Pistachio, Durian Latte, Papaya Latte etc. If you like Asian-inspired and fruit-infused flavors and sweetened coffee, make sure to check them out. Suggested itinerary: Stop by Apollo's Bagels to get bagels, and grab a drink at Not As Bitter across the street. ＊Banana Split According to the drink label, it is a drink inspired by a trip to Hawaii. It is composed of espresso, coconut milk, whole milk and banana. What really surprises me is they actually blend REAL BANANA into the drink, instead of simply adding store bought banana milk. You can drink mashed banana, and it goes perfectly well with coconut milk and coffee. Very creamy with a hint of bitterness from espresso to balance out the sweetness.

Is it worth all the hype? Maybe. Probably. I’m a New Yorker that loves lines so it worked out for me. 😅 They have incredibly creative options for your fuel. Everything is crafted with mindfulness and gives you an experience you haven’t had before drinkwise! Went with a classic Americano but with their beans that they use for their lattes because it’s a little darker than what they use for their normal espresso. Great service for a place that that is so hyped and busy! Way to go team! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

A friend took me here and we both got the hawthorn tree cold brew! It is sooooo good for a Sunday coffee treat! It’s exactly what it says on the label! I can’t taste the coffee because the hawthorn is probably masking the taste! It’s so delicious! I can’t stop thinking about it since! I love the little pieces of hawthorn that gets sucked up through the straw.

The service and the atmosphere were highly pleasant! BUT THE COFFEE?????? . . . I tried a fruit latte, and I absolutely DESPISE IT! Initially, what drew me in was the aesthetics, and how good the coffee looks. However, the taste is not there. I don’t like the fact that there aren’t any dairy free options. All coffee has dairy! The coffee was a bit bitter and tangy, and SOUR because of the fruit. The strawberries, coconut milk, and espresso do not work together in my opinion. Maybe someone can recommend a better coffee to me. Maybe I’m just traditional and like basic lattes flavours. I keep taking a few sips to try to see if I can force myself to like it but I just DON’T. $8.17 is overpriced for the size of the coffee and the taste doesn’t make up for it. Again, service was amazing and everyone was friendly!!

Love the concept of fruit latte, the coffee is made with beautiful fruit syrup drip on the cup, and nice layered with espresso, cream and ice. Tastes absolutely delicious. The fruit doesn't overkill the coffee itself, well balanced. I had pistachio one, loved it. Will come back and try other flavors.

Very cool vibe inside but the coffee was one of the worst I’ve had. I was recommended a butter beer latte after I attempted to order a caramel iced latte. The baristas were very nice to try and help but I was ultimately disappointed. It was extremely bitter and very pricey for the size. As someone who has a nut intolerance, I wish I was informed it’s made with coconut milk. I was only tolerating the flavor because of the price, but then had no choice but to toss almost the entire beverage after I started to have a reaction. I will definitely not be coming back.

Aside from the great coffee the staff is so welcoming. I love the unique coffee mixes they have. 10/10 recommend and Tim says hi!

The people here were so sweet and so open. They even explained things so well and I would definitely go to this place again. the aesthetic was cute and simple also.

It could be seen by a good amount of my reviews but I love durian. From the slight sweetness to the funk to the texture, it's one of my favorite fruits as I like almost all fruits which taste overripened. All me aside, I stopped here in the afternoon on a Tuesday and it was pretty crowded but I was able to get a seat with the inside being dark but with good enough lighting for photos. I presume around other times of the day, it's probably quite crowded in here. The staff here was very friendly with the female barista patiently going through my order as well as everyone else and giving some people recommendations or describing what's in their rather unique drinks as there isn't descriptions for their drinks. I personally stopped here around a week ago. Of course, I got the Freshly Durian which is listed as one of their fresh fruits latte. This has espresso (two shots,) coconut milk, whole milk, and fresh durian. The drink was $8.50 which is expensive but hey it's basically the exact same price as one of the fancier fruit teas (especially the ones with durian or dragon fruit) and the same as some other fancier coffee drinks so I think it's worth it as long as the flavors are good. You can also compare it to most durian desserts and it definitely falls into the reasonably priced category as well. There was a good chunk of said fruit that bottom with layers of the coconut milk/milk, and then the espresso. The flavor had a good mix of sweetness from the durian/coconut milk, a bit of richness, some funk, and some bitterness from the coffee which was good quality. I'm unsure the beans that are used here but the coffee was good (apparently the beans are from Guangzhou, China according to NYP.) I would honestly prefer not to have coconut milk in there but it worked. I wouldn't mind going back and trying to hawthorn or some other drink and I'm kind of happy honestly that they're nowhere nearby or else I'd be spending a good amount of money here. Would go back (obviously.)

If you like specialty lattes you need to try Not As Bitter! Durian Latte (10/10) - I believe the nice cashier lady said there's 2 shots of espresso in this latte so it definitely packs a punch. It's the perfect ratio to me, not too milky which I love but still so creamy and dreamy from the durian. The only place I've tried durian latte other than here is in San Francisco, and I gotta say Not As Bitter takes the cake! Butter Beer Foam (8.7/10) - Note I am not the biggest fan of butter beer but if you are, I think you'll love this! Potent butter beer flavor and this drink is the perfect ratio of milk to espresso as well (not too milky!). Overall, definitely worth the visit! Cute space inside as well, with a good amount of seats along the wall. The lady at cash wrap is also super nice and knowledgeable of all the drinks on the menu so definitely don't hesitate to ask her any questions or for recommendations. Wish I could come here everyday!

Not As Bitter is my recent favorite coffee shop as I'm obsessed with their creative drink menu. While my go-to drink is their Banana Split, they also have some interesting coffee options like Strawberry Split, Double Pistachio, Durian Latte, Papaya Latte etc. If you like Asian-inspired and fruit-infused flavors and sweetened coffee, make sure to check them out. Suggested itinerary: Stop by Apollo's Bagels to get bagels, and grab a drink at Not As Bitter across the street. ＊Banana Split According to the drink label, it is a drink inspired by a trip to Hawaii. It is composed of espresso, coconut milk, whole milk and banana. What really surprises me is they actually blend REAL BANANA into the drink, instead of simply adding store bought banana milk. You can drink mashed banana, and it goes perfectly well with coconut milk and coffee. Very creamy with a hint of bitterness from espresso to balance out the sweetness.

I really enjoyed the fruit lattes! Very interesting concept, and a flavor combination I haven't had before. I had the Strawberry Fields drink, and I loved the sweet strawberry puree with my latte. The interior is dark, with many seats quite close together, giving a very intimate vibe. The service was quite fast, and the staff are friendly. The one thing for me is that the fruit lattes are on the pricier side, but the regular drinks are a decent price.

After seeing it all over social media, finally got a chance to visit this place. It's an absolutly lovely spot with amazing variety of coffee and unique types like coffee mixed with tea which was amazing. I got the jasmine tea with coffee latte and it was super refreshing. The service deserves a 100/5 the barista was absolutely the sweetest person ever, she explained the drinks and what her favorites were and they were stunning drinks

I'm an actual certified sucker for a cafe with specialty drinks, especially ones with Asian flavors, so when I saw this floating around socials, I knew I'd have to stop by. The inside is trendy, but, and this doesn't actually matter in regard to the actual drinks, I found the decor somewhat offputting. You're surrounded by black surfaces, and I just like something a little more bright, especially at a cafe. I ended up trying the iced coconut matcha. It was my first time having a shot of espresso in a matcha drink, and I don't actually think I like it? There's something about expecting a regular matcha drink then getting hit with a bit of the bitterness of the coffee that I didn't quite enjoy. I thought they did a good job blending the flavors together, and I can see how matcha and coffee lovers might enjoy it, but it didn't work for my personal taste. My cousin had their osmanthus latte, which she thought could have also used a stronger osmanthus flavor.

This is a coffee shop that is kinda hidden. You walk through a curtain and the outside of it is not like your regular coffee shop. I did have to wait a few min before someone acknowledged me that I was waiting to place my order. There were three people working there. Anyway, I ordered the not beer americano which is: Americano, seltzer and a syrup that gives it like a beer taste to it. I know it sounds gross but, It was actually pretty good and refreshing on this hot day. Alot of people on the street that saw me with it said how good it looked too. They have many flavors and some use fruit. Odd mixtures but interesting as well. I did not have the cookies or anything to eat here. This shop is on the smaller side and they have indoor seating and also a bench outside. Cool place to go. I will be back to either try another speciality drink or just a regular coffee drink.

I got a Strawberry Fields with a matcha shot instead of the espresso ($10). Honestly, I thought this place was overhyped. The drink wasn't that sweet and I was able to taste the bitterness of the matcha. The coconut milk and half and half give it a rich texture. They also have several seats and tables, but it gets pretty crowded.

After lunch, my friend and I came to Not As Bitter to try their fruit lattes and specialty drinks. We ordered the Freshly Durian ($8.50) and No Sour Grapes Here ($6.75). When you order, the staff lets you know what type of milk is used in your drink and if you want an espresso shot based on your order. Freshly Durian is a latte with fresh chunks of durian, expresso, coconut milk, and whole milk. It is an interesting combination, but I'm not sure if I like it. No Sour Grapes Here is a cold brew with grape, orange, espresso, and sparkling water. We were not a fan of this one because it tasted like a sour coffee. The cafe is dim, with around 7 tables (of 2 ppl) for seating indoors and a bench outdoors. There is a bathroom in the back.

Innovative coffee spot in Manhattan. My husband and I stopped by around 2pm on Sunday and there was no wait! There is a good amount of seating inside but be warned, it can get packed. We ordered the durian latte and banana split. The staffs were able to make the banana split dairy free (my husband is lactose) and my husband loved his drink. I'm a big durian fan and thoroughly enjoyed my durian latte. All the drinks were inspired trips, which was pretty interesting. I did enjoyed reading about the trips that inspired the drinks. Can't wait to go back to try their other drinks!

Stopped here for a midday pick me up and wow is this coffee strong! The inside is dark, which is different from a normal coffee shop but it has a cool vibe. The baristas were nice. We got the iced strawberry fields latte with one espresso shot and the white peach oolong cofftea. The strawberry fields was delicious! The white peach was actually kind of bitter and I don't know if its because the tea was really strong or two shots of espresso was too many. I'd come back again to try it with one shot and I've heard good things about their coconut coffee!

We came here recently because we've seen this place all over social media. Super trendy spot, from the cup design and the flavors to the interior. I don't think this spot quite lives up to the hype. The jasmine tea and coffee mix had a light jasmine flavor which was good, but the combo of the two just didn't work that well together. The coffee being on the darker side didn't help, as it was a bit too bitter overall. The hawthorn tree drink also had strange flavors. The fruitiness comes through faintly, so only provides a tinge of tartness. Almost tastes like the milk has gone a bit bad. Not super pleasant either. Their flavors are super innovative and exciting, but I don't think they necessarily work that well together.

Not As Bitter in East Village has Asian-inspired tea and coffee drinks in a cozy setting. The cafe has a modern decor, which makes it a great place to hang out with friends over a yummy cup of coffee. I visited on a Sunday morning and it was pretty packed (for good reason). The staff was suuuper friendly and helped me understand the menu items despite the line out the door. Banana Split Latte (9/10): This is a must-try! This unique drink combines the sweetness of banana, creaminess of milk, and boldness of espresso. It's not overly sweet, and I loved how you could taste both the fruit and the coffee.

Loved it! Very cute, and different. I had the strawberry fields and it was really good. My mom got the matcha without the the coffee (that is usually added) and it was also really good. Coming back!!

Not As Bitter definitely reminded me of the cafes in LA with their dark, minimalistic, and modern decor. + service was quick, went on a Wednesday there was no line + unique concept of fruit lattes and coffteas! + durian latte wasn't too sweet, had chunks of durian inside so it was super creamy and nutty (bit slimey too) - only had whole milk or coconut milk options, wish they had more non-dairy milk options - wish more fruit lattes were entirely non-dairy as durian latte and coconut cloud both had whole milk

Perfect spot for caffeine if you're stopping at Apollo Bagels. Definitely get the coconut matcha. You have the option to have a shot of espresso in the matcha (I asked for mine on the side). As a novice Matcha drinker, I say it's a home run. The butter beer foam latte was also good if you're looking for a slightly sweet drink. I would definitely come back.

This place def not as bitter cuz it was sweet asf Their coconut coffee is very good tho, fruit puree ones (strawberry and pineapple were the ones I got) were very sweet, but if you like sweet this is a good place. Very solid shop

This coffee shop has been high on my list of places to try -- and it didn't disappoint! While it is on the pricier side, I do believe it's a lovely treat to try novelty coffee menus, and this spot has a large selection of fun drinks. The durian fruit latte was definitely top of my list and caught my eye, as someone who likes durian a lot. You'd be hard pressed to find something similar. The espresso was veryy strong, and they use a combination of milks (coconut and half and half, I believe), and there is some fresh durian paste at the bottom. The durian worked magically with the espresso, adding nuttiness and sweetness and a particular musk characteristic of durian. I couldn't get enough! It was busy when I came in on a Sunday, but the line was short and the service was very quick. It's a bit depressing inside, though, so I wouldn't necessarily hang out in the shop after and took my drink to go. Would definitely come back to try more of their drinks!

Very impressed with the amount of actual durian they put in here. This is definitely for durian lovers, there's whole chunks that will get stuck up your straw, it's not a cream, etc but the real deal. I'm in the fence in whether coffee and durian go together like this, but I'm admittedly not a die hard durian fan. The banana coffee was also delicious.

Overall okay - they were sold out of cold brews, speciality drinks, and a few other items when we stopped by one Sunday just past 1pm, so hit or miss with availability. There are plenty of fruit latte spots similar to Not As Bitter in San Francisco and Los Angeles - and Asia, of course - so I might be extra particular about the drinks at Not As Bitter. It also doesn't help that my social media has been bombarded with videos about this very aesthetic little shop, so my expectations were way too high. I got an iced coconut matcha latte with a shot of espresso. It was OK? The price point was a little surprising but I figured it was worth a try. Nothing to rave about, but nothing I disliked either. Husband grabbed a regular latte as he wanted to taste the coffee, less so the fruity drinks (that were mostly sold out anyway) and said it was so-so. Second attempt: I do love durian but don't feel like the quality of the durian was high enough to complement coffee. I also feel like a robusta coffee roast works better with fruit in drinks like these. We probably won't go out of our way to come back again, but as it's seemingly the only fruit latte spot in the city, give it a try! Temper your expectations for the best experience.

Not as Bitter is a unique coffee shop that serves a variety of fruity coffee drinks. I got the No Sour Grapes drink, which I expected to be washed out but pleasantly lived up to its name. Drinks are definitely on the pricier side, ranging from $7 - $10. This is normally the price of a fancy pourover. While some of the drinks are good, others are hit or miss and might not be worth it. The interior is all blacked out, as are the cups. Coffee drinks often suffer from the "brown liquid problem", so the black cups help draw out the novel fruit flavors in their drinks. Overall, I would come back but if the line is long I'm going to another shop.

This spot is a coffee spot destination to try their fruit lattes and speciality drinks. I highly encourage ordering something new and different at this coffee shop. There is a bit of line and waiting outside of the coffee shop before entering and ordering so do be patient on line. Once inside and ready to place your order, the cashier makes sure you know what type of milk is used in your order and if you want an espresso shot based on your order. I ordered the Banana Split Latte which is from their Fruit Latte category. What was great about this drink is that there were bits of banana mixed in the drink and not just a whisper of banana flavor. Another plus is that cup has a lid/cap so you can close and give it a quick swirl/shake to mix the fruit bits and latte. The space was dimly lit and chill space to hang out with a friend. There are limited indoor seatings and a bit tight of a space to navigate from placing your order to waiting while not blocking others who want to exit or find a seat in the coffee shop. But they also have a bench to sit outside their shop and get a photo op with their shop's sign and with your drink. Overall this is a coffee shop that offers an array of speciality drinks to try especially in this NYC heat

this coffee shop def is a vibe inside with dark interior and draped door opening. Coffee was good. just ordered an americano with half and half and sugar, but there's a lot of unique options. coffee was very tasty. I also like the cup the iced coffee comes in.

You would never have known this was a coffee spot from the inconspicuous outside, with the exterior just as dark as the interior. The camouflaged door was cool, but I wish it pulled going in, instead of pushed, because the space inside was very cramp to begin with, with people standing by the cashier, which was also close to the door. The person manning the cashiers was very patient and knowledgable in answering questions and recommending sugar levels for their drinks. They offer sweetening after the drink is made if it's not sweet enough. I got the Freshly Durian ($8.50) with less sweet, and it was just right, true to the cashier's rec. The sweetness of the fresh fruit itself was enough. I was taken aback by the taste at first, of two things I never knew could go together colliding, but I soon grew into liking it. The creaminess of the milk eventually meshes with the unique aromatic flare of the durian. The price is the steepest I will possibly ever pay for coffee. But fruit lattes are here to stay for me, and I would go back to try their other fruit flavors.

Finally got around to coming here! I dropped by on a weekday afternoon and the place was fairly busy. The girl at the front was super friendly, chatty, and happy to explain what was in all the drinks. I didn't realize until after I ordered but they're very open to customizing your drinks (e.g. adjusting the number of espresso shots or taking them out altogether, milk adjustments (they only have whole milk and coconut), making the drink less sweet etc.). I ended up getting the banana split it and it was delicious! The drink was sweeter than I expected (not sure if that's just the banana or if they added syrup) but the banana flavor paired super well with the coffee. They added two shots of espresso, so the espresso flavor was pretty strong (which I really liked). Their entire menu looks amazing, so I'll definitely be coming back to try their other drinks, but next time I'll definitely request 100% coconut milk since I'm lactose intolerant and maybe less syrup in my drink. Also not a bad place to get some work done: there's wifi (but note it can be pretty spotty), some outlets, and a bathroom!

Mmm soooo very delicious and innovative take on coffee I'm not a big fan of sweet coffee but I'd say their regular strawberry fields and durian latte is not too sweet and just right even though they do add some simple syrup! And I love that they use real fruits to make their coffee

I came the day they finally opened to the general public and was able to talk with the staff while they were preparing my drinks. I could see that they put lots of thought and effort into each of the drinks in the menu! Loved the dark ambiance and that there was wifi given here. My favorite was the cofftea and you can really taste the tea flavor with it! Clean, flavorful, and refreshing, I loved the fusion of coffee and tea. The lables on the cups are also so cute and just overall the drinks, service, and ambiance were 5/5 for me. Would definitely come back to try their other drinks!

Low key trendy coffee place with a focus on coffee drinks on the sweeter side, personally I was drawn to it because I wanted to try the durian latte. There were tables inside the dark but luminated room - it was packed. I visited the toilet loved the dark interior with metallic patterned wall paper! The durian coffee was really good I wish I can have it regularly!!

Not as Bitter was such a hole on the wall cafe spot. The staff were incredibly welcoming, she gave us the perfect recommendations and we absolutely loved what we got. We ordered the butter beer latte and durian latte. I was first hesitant at getting lattes as I normallly don't like milky drinks but this place definitely exceeded my expectations. The Durian were fresh and the butter beer foam was too sweet, just perfect for my liking. 10/10 Would recommend this spot.

While the concept and branding of the store is appealing, I think the quality of the drinks can overall be improved. We got the strawberry fields, papaya, and pistachio dream drinks, all ranging from ($7 to $9). I expected the pistachio dream to have more pistachio flavor, since it's loaded with pistachio cream, pistachio sauce, and real pistachios. However, I was disappointed to find the faint taste of pistachio in my drink...the coffee pretty much overpowered all the flavor. My friends experienced similar things with their fruit lattes. The coffee was quite overpowering and it was hard to taste the actual fruit. There is usually a line on the weekends, but a good amount of seating. There is also wifi, but I can imagine the cafe to be more of a catch up with friends setting.

Tried out this new coffee shop with Asian inspired flavors! Went on a weekend in the afternoon and there wasn't a line, but it's about a 30-40 minute wait to get your drink. There's a few tables/ chairs inside and a restroom. There's not much decor and it's dark in there. It's like all black and kinda dark in there. It gets very loud and hectic, there's no where for the sound to escape because it feels like you're just in a closed room with thick walls, you'll see what I'm talking about when you're there. It gets crowded with people waiting around the drink counter waiting for their drinks when there's no more seats. They really need like a microphone and to keep the front door open for ventilation and for the line. The speaker should reach outside so people can hear their drink is ready while waiting outside. Now to the menu, kinda confusing. I wish there were descriptions of the drinks like there is on the cups AFTER you order it. Like if I didn't ask I wouldn't know there's coconut milk in the lattes and whole milk. And like some of the specialties drinks there's no descriptions and it's so loud in there it's hard to hear the cashier. Now the drinks... kinda ironic because my drink was bitter. The issue is, they're so busy so they get the espresso shots ready and it sits there until it's ready to use and while it sits the espresso it gets bitter. The banana split was good, good flavor just a little then bitter side. The strawberry fields was more bitter and not sweet at all. The strawberry didn't have much flavor, could just be the batch of strawberries. Would I come back? Yes, I'd give it another try! I'll just give them a few more weeks to sort everything out bc they just opened not too long ago.

As a pistachio lover I was extremely excited to try the double pistachio latte. The line was short, about 5-7 min, so no complaints here. The coffee was expensive, $9 for this drink. After my first sip I was automatically disappointed. Didn't taste much like pistachio, besides the chopped up nuts they put on top (why?). The drink was very green so I expected a good pistachio flavor, but I got nothing. Also the nuts kept getting in my straw so it was hard to drink. It also didn't have any sweetness to it so I had to put a bit of simple syrup in it. Honestly the service was good and the presentation of the drink was nice but I wouldn't waste my money here again.

Interesting concept but missed the mark for me. Not As Bitter is a recently opened spot known for their "fresh fruit lattes", which combine fresh fruit purées into a traditional latte. It has a near permanent 30 minute line outside, and might be worth trying if you're into exploring new coffee flavors. We ordered the strawberry fields, which tasted like a latte with just the barest hint of strawberry. Perhaps something like the durian would be better.

Wanted to try this place after seeing it on TikTok. It was pretty flavorful but very milky so I didn't feel amazing afterwards, but I liked how it wasn't overly sweet yet the flavors still maintained. We got the strawberry field (no half and half), avocado toast and coconut cloud. I really liked the flavor of the coconut cloud one because I'm a big coconut fan but cute spot!

Not as bitter is good but didn't completely get me craving to go back again and purchase the durian latte. And for the price point as well it's tad on the expensive side.

Came here to get some work done as well as try their durian latte. The balance between the durian and the coffee was surprisingly very good. The sweetness of the durian with their more mild espresso. The coconut milk sits in the background but allows for a more creamy drink. There's durian pulp in the drink, so it's safe to say that it's not just powder. Not too sweet, a perfect latte for the people who love durian.

After seeing this place on TikTok for quite some time I knew that I needed to go. It gave a very modern feel and felt cozy as soon as you walk in. It is quite small so I can see this place filling up really quickly. As a coffee fanatic, I was intrigued after hearing that they put fresh fruit in their drinks and so I had to try. I went with the coconut coffee and let me tell you that it did not disappoint. This coffee was worth the hype and I finished it so fast, I could have had 2 of them but had to stick to one or I'd be jumping off the walls (lol). That's how good it was! Definitely coming back here and next time trying their strawberry one.

The pistachio latte was so good! Creamy, nutty, and not overly sweet. There were a few other fruit and tea lattes I want to try next time. There aren't too many seats inside, and it was pretty crowded on weekends.

I went here with a friend for a refreshing iced matcha latte to escape this summer heat. They had a coconut matcha option which sparked my interest and I really enjoyed it. The place is very cool inside with good AC and even though we came midday, we were able to find seats to talk. I really like this place and would come back!

Had to wait in line for a very long time. We both got the butter beer foam coffee and it was actually really good. Not sure if it's worth waiting in line for but if you're already waiting to get Apollo bagels, you might as well have the other person grab the coffee. The baristas were very nice when explaining the different options they had. I would go back to try the other flavors.

Not as Bitter offers a variety of fun, innovative drinks that you'll not see too often at other places. Durian, grape-based coffee, strawberry and matcha varieties, pistachio, coconut.. all very fun drinks.

Very hyped up spot on social media, but the drinks are hit or miss. The Freshly Durian Latte is delicious with coffee and pieces of sweet creamy durian. But that's really all there is to it - coffee and fruit. The Double Pistachio barely had any pistachio flavor despite having pistachio foam and pistachio pieces. The prices are fairly steep from around $7-8 for a speciality drink. It's nice to try once, but I wouldn't come back. The store is very small and there are often lines outside but it moves fast.

Very packed and busy during the late morning/early afternoon hours on a weekend. While the ordering was quick, the drinks actually take a while to make. For the two drinks pictured, we waited almost 30 minutes. The pistachio latte was my personal favorite. The ambiance of the interior is super sleek and modern, however during packed times seating is limited. Best to come during the week

One of the best coffee shops NYC has to offer. I walked right past Not As Bitter but then once I found it, I had to try one of their fresh fruit lattes. Durian and strawberry are their most famous but I didn't want to go too adventurous or too safe so I took a chance on Papaya. Papaya as a fruit is alright but once I had it in coffee my perspective on papaya and coffee changed. First off, the coffee is fantastic. The most delicious espresso paired with high quality cream, I couldn't stop drinking it. Then, add the papaya (or whatever fruit you go with), and its game changing. Note that you need to be okay with pulpy chunks of fruit and fiber in your coffee but if thats not your thing go with a regular coffee. I thought it wasn't but I thoroughly enjoyed this drink. The papaya was so fresh and delicious. Can't wait to come back and try the durian next!

I saw this place featured in a food IG and came for the durian latte. They have several other interesting lattes I will be coming back for . The cafe had a lively nighttime bar vibe even on a Sunday morning . If you wait around you find a table for two but otherwise seating is fairly limited . There are maybe about 5 to 6 small tables . The Durian Latte comes with two shots of espresso, a durian layer and cream layer. I was able to customize it to one shot only . It was delicious and nice and creamy . The staff was friendly and helpful.

While the place is small, the drinks are great! I got the No Sour Grapes and the Coconut Matcha latte, and loved both. The matcha is so nice on a warm spring day and the No Sour Grapes was light and refreshing! The person at the counter was so friendly when I went in and answered all of my questions with a smile. 100% worth a visit if you're in the area.

The rose oolong lychee tea is so refreshing. Double pistachio latte is not that so sweet which is totally up to my alley. Service is fast. Definitely will be back for the drinks before waiting for the Apollo bagel across the street.

Loved how smooth the latte I got was!! The coconut pieces were very unique for a coffee. The cashier was amazing, he was so sweet and knowledgeable, very unique a modern lounge feel like vibe. It was very crowded tho