Picky Barista

This place is absolutely charming! From the moment you step in, you’re greeted with the warm, delicious aroma of freshly baked pastries. Every treat here is made in-house using recipes passed down from the owner’s mother in Serbia, adding a unique and authentic touch. The attention to detail and quality is evident in every bite. It’s a cozy spot that’s perfect for indulging in something sweet while soaking in the welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend!

- Darren O -

Place is cute, service is good. Chocolate croissant was different than what I’m used to. I wouldn’t order the hot chocolate again. Way too sweet and very strange.

- gigi jaime -

Just stopped while waiting for Jitney to East End and pleasantly surprised. Great cup of Cappuccino along with a walnut crescent. Everything looked good in case and aroma was amazing.

- Don DeVries -

The employee was super nice and gentle explaining us the different types of milk they had, she also was too kind answering our questions! I liked the place, was actually cozy, calm and very pleasant. Definitely a place to came back and recommend! (This comment was not because of the free cookie, the employee really deserved )

- Thays Silva -

This is it. The platonic ideal of a neighborhood coffee shop. Tucked away on a charming side street of the Upper East Side, Picky delivers on its name with flawless execution. In a city full of options, this is a gem where the coffee is as exceptional as the pastries. The croissants here are truly a marvel. Perfectly golden and crispy on the outside, they shatter with a satisfying crackle to reveal a soft, airy, and buttery interior. It's a flaky, layered work of art that feels authentically Parisian. Beyond the classic, their chocolate croissant is decadent and rich without being overwhelmingly sweet. As for the coffee, treats it with the same reverence as their baked goods. The espresso is robust and expertly pulled, delivering a perfectly balanced cappuccino. If you prefer a simpler brew, their drip coffee is flavorful and never bitter. The baristas are not only friendly but also skilled in their craft, happy to provide recommendations.

- Zarko Kozlina -

I really enjoyed this visit! I usually don’t drink coffee/tea out but this place made me fantasize about doing it more often! The owner was working on a Sunday morning, just me and one other person after 9a. He helped me figure out what to drink with my goal of being as caffeinated as possible, suggesting a cold, black tea blend, which was delicious and effective! He gave me a gingerbread-type of cookie and a sort of powdered, white crispy cookie, both of which were PERFECTION and I’m not a sweets person! If I were to pick up a habit, this would be the place to do it

- L Smith -

Wonderful coffee pastry and spinach pie spot. Coffee is a light roast with milk alternatives including soy. The turmeric latte is the BEST in town and a must have herbal jolt. Don’t miss the Nutella roll and very nice not overly sweet blueberry cake. Service with a smile and great barista! Super spot. Warm indoors with great community bench seating.

- Gopal Chopra -