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Foreigner NYC

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Foreigner NYC; not a documentary photograph
IndependentNamed roasting partner: Onyx Coffee Lab, Panther Coffee, East One, SeySourcing: Farm level
TagsForeigner NYCNew York coffee roastersColombiaKenyaBrazilEthiopiaIndependentFarm level
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Foreigner NYC was established in 2021 as a specialty coffee bar located in the Flatiron District, operating as a shared space with the creative agency East of Normal. The company does not roast its own beans but instead maintains a rotating selection of high-quality guest roasters, including partnerships with brands like Onyx Coffee Lab and Panther Coffee. The brand is documented for its minimalist, standing-room-only design and a precise, craft-focused approach to espresso service. It has since expanded to a second location on Bond Street in NoHo.

Ownership
Foreigner NYC is an independent coffee and tea bar founded by brothers Nico and Sebastian Ramirez, who also operate a creative agency and photo studio in the same space.
Founded
2021
Roasting
Named roasting partner: Onyx Coffee Lab, Panther Coffee, East One, Sey. Other roasting arrangements are unverified.
What it's known for
A minimalist, speakeasy-style coffee bar located in the front of a creative agency, known for its precise, craft-focused espresso service and rotating selection of high-quality guest roasters.
Sourcing countries
Colombia · Kenya · Brazil · Ethiopia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources its coffee from various high-quality guest roasters rather than roasting in-house. They occasionally feature specific single-origin offerings, such as those from Aponte Village in Colombia, which are sourced through their roasting partners.
Notable coffees
  • — Colombia Aponte Village
  • — Cloud Latte
  • — Orange Blossom Cold Brew
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Foreigner NYC, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-07-21 · NYC Food Faves Substack
New NYC Openings

This industry roundup confirms the opening of Foreigner's NoHo location on Bond Street. The publication notes that the new site offers a larger space than the original Chelsea flagship while maintaining the brand's viral drink menu.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-11-03. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand lists specific roasters and origins, it does not maintain a permanent, consistent menu of single-origin coffees, as their offerings rotate based on their current roasting partners.

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