Madman Espresso & Bagels

Coffee shops in Midtown often blur into a sea of chain storefronts, but Madman Espresso & Bagels keeps the category simple: espresso, bagels, and breakfast to start the day. Unlike the grab-and-go counters that dominate the area, this spot offers a no-frills take on the classics.

It sits at 141 E 44th St, New York, NY 10017, a stretch where the pace never slows but the options for a quick coffee and a bite remain essential. Breakfast here means what you’d expect—bagels paired with the usual morning drinks.

Call (646) 708-1111 to confirm details before stopping by, as the city’s rhythm rarely leaves room for unplanned detours. A map will point you the rest of the way.

Midtown’s coffee scene moves fast, and places like this hold their ground by sticking to the basics.