Aesthetic coffee chain w/ unique seasonal sips. Some say it's mid, others find it a go-to.
Amber Sutherland-Namako reviews Blank Street Coffee, a new NYC coffee chain, finding its aggressively nondescript design and uncomfortable seating uninviting. Despite decent coffee, the overall experience leaves much to be desired.
This rapidly expanding NYC coffee chain aims for a trendy aesthetic, drawing in a younger crowd with its visually appealing spaces. While some praise unique seasonal offerings like the Carrot Cake Matcha, others find the coffee mediocre and the overall experience lacking essential comforts like seating and bathrooms. The brand has also faced criticism for its business practices.
While the coffee chain offers unique seasonal drinks like the Carrot Cake Matcha, which some find pleasantly sweet and flavorful, others deem the coffee itself to be 'mid' and unremarkable. Pastries are described as merely 'fine'.
"The banana bread matcha and strawberry shortcake matcha latte have received positive mentions. However, general feedback on other coffee offerings is mixed to negative."
Customer sentiment is largely negative, with many labeling the chain as 'mid' and not worth visiting. Criticisms also extend to business practices and a perceived lack of authentic connection.
Important Note
The brand has faced accusations of union busting and being a 'venture capitalist scam'. Additionally, a significant portion of reviews indicate a general dissatisfaction with the quality of coffee and the overall experience, with many recommending other establishments.
"Blank St Coffee is identified as a business owned by venture capital and private equity, suggesting it might be part of a trend of such establishments."
Neutral"Questions the presence of employees at Blank Street Coffee due to automation."
Neutral"Expresses extreme dissatisfaction with Blank Street Coffee."
Negative"Comments on Blank Street Coffee's soulless nature, noting its name is fitting."
Negative"Corrects the spelling of 'Blank Street Coffee'."
Neutral"Expresses surprise that the widespread VC backing of Blank Street Coffee is not more widely known."
Neutral"Critiques Blank Street Coffee, stating its soulless ownership is reflected in automated machines and lack of baristas."
Negative"Expresses a strong desire to avoid Blank Street Coffee shops, suggesting a negative sentiment towards them."
Negative"Lists Blank Street as a VC-backed establishment."
Neutral"Mentions Blank Street Coffee as a notable VC/PE-backed spot."
Neutral"This comment is a suggestion for Blank Street."
Neutral"Blank Street is suggested for their banana bread matcha, which the commenter found to be very good. They are unsure if a banana bread latte is also available."
Positive"This comment is a brief suggestion for Blank Street."
Neutral"Blank Street was mentioned with a humorous tone, potentially implying a mixed or negative sentiment."
Neutral"The author initially tried the strawberry shortcake matcha latte from Blank St. despite skepticism and was pleasantly surprised by the magical flavor of the shortcake syrup."
Positive"This commenter suggested removing Blank Street from the coffee list, deeming it 'mid' and not worth the visit."
Negative"This commenter suggested removing Blank Street from the coffee list, deeming it 'mid' and not worth the visit."
Negative"This commenter agreed that Blank Street is 'mid' and not worth visiting."
Negative"This commenter agreed that Blank Street is 'mid' and not worth visiting."
Negative"This commenter added that Blank Street did not stick to its original business idea and engaged in union busting, making it an establishment to avoid."
Negative
