Minimalist, moody cafe w/ artisan coffee & standout "coco americano". A calm respite, but marred by recent sanitary violations.
This minimalist cafe offers a moody yet calming atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing break. They specialize in artisan coffee and unique specialty drinks, with the "coco americano" being a standout. While praised for its ambiance and drinks, recent reports mention significant sanitary violations and building issues.
The cafe is praised for its specialty drinks, particularly the 'coco americano' and blueberry matcha. However, recent reports indicate multiple sanitary violations were issued in September and July of 2025, covering issues with thermometers, food contact surfaces, toilet facilities, protection from contamination, and pest control.
"The 'coco americano' is highly recommended and is noted to live up to the hype. Blueberry matcha is also a popular choice."
Customer sentiment is mixed, with praise for the unique drinks and relaxing ambiance, but significant concern raised by recent reports of sanitary violations.
Important Note
The restaurant has faced significant sanitary violations and potential building issues, leading some to avoid it.
"This comment expresses relief about the restaurant's closure, specifically mentioning that it will no longer be used by run clubs on Bleecker Street."
Neutral"A user expressed disappointment about the restaurant's closure, mentioning that their brunch was previously very good and hoping for a reopening."
Positive"This user suggests that the building's issues, rather than the restaurant's operations, are to blame for its problems."
Neutral"This comment details multiple sanitary violations issued to the restaurant in September and July of 2025, including issues with thermometers, food contact surfaces, toilet facilities, protection from contamination, and pest control."
Negative"Regarding the building issues at Rhythm Zero, this user suggested breaking the lease and dealing with the landlord if the building conditions are severe."
Neutral"This user noted that all of Rhythm Zero's reported violations from a September inspection were sanitary in nature."
Neutral"Responding to a comment about building issues, this user inferred that 'it's not our products, it's the building' likely means the restaurant is dealing with pests like roaches or rats."
Neutral"A user was planning to try Rhythm Zero but decided against it after seeing the post about health violations."
Negative"Rhythm Zero in the West Village is highly praised, with the commenter specifically enjoying their blueberry matcha and coconut water americano."
Positive"Rhythm Zero, all solid and close by. But not worth going out of your way for imo"
Neutral"People have been talking about Rythmn zero."
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