FIKA

I’ve gotten coffee & lattes from here, but I came back for the chocolate truffles. One of the best days of my life was when I was able to try a half dozen different truffles and practically die from the deliciousness. There were some I would never thought I’d enjoy, but we took some recommendations and loved them. Take a gander to your right when you walk in the door and see what masterpieces they’re creating! So impressive. I was also surprised that they serve alcohol here, which was pretty cool. Unexpected but pleasant!

Hopelessly slow. If you aren’t willing to wait 20 minutes for a soup to go don’t come here.

love their macchiato !!! I had kale soup and it was yummy as well!!!

Latte was not hot enough, but their meatball dish was surprising good. Yum!

A stone’s throw away from the Hudson and the boorish Holland Tunnel, lies FIKA, a Swedish gem. Though the word «fika» is the Swedish term for a coffee break, I’ve never actually had a cup of coffee here… because I’m not a coffee drinker.
I have nothing bad to say about FIKA, except they are really behind their online ordering system. I’ve been here severals times for pickup and there were days where they didn’t have my order ready.
Their food, however, is absolutely delicious and makes this place worth the trek – I’ve had the Torsby and Lysekil Sandwiches and both are phenomenal. The Torsby (though the heavy mayo can call for a creamy mess) is pretty much a chicken salad and has a bit of everything, but their rye bread is heavenly! The Lysekil (tuna sandwich) is also really yummy – I highly recommend both and can’t wait to try their other sandwiches! Since I’ve gotten their half sandwich, half soup deal (a great option for lunch), I’ve had their Cream of Mushroom Soup, which was fantastic – crumbled pieces of mushrooms in a light, tasty broth that doesn’t feel like it came out of a can.
I’m sure the other FIKA locations don’t disappoint, but this particular one is shied away from the bustling streets of heavy traffic and it is never crowded at all – you can eat peacefully in their outdoor seats in the summer. This location is supposedly their hallmark location for their chocolate, which explains why they have so, so many drool-​worthy truffles.

Went today to purchase a customized gift box of chocolates. Matt and Morgan were working the counter and went well out their way to help me put together a perfect order.
I’ll definitely be back!

Worst customer service ever. The first time I ordered a soup I received no bread or utensils. Second time I ordered soup, I received my bag sans utensils. The service is extremely slow. The people who work there are absolute idiots and will serve someone behind you first. What kind of logic is that? Baristas are rude, especially the guy with the tattoos. Needless to say, avoid this spot unless you want to be treated like crap.
Also, I once had a croissant here that gave me food poisoning. WHAT?! NYC Health department, where are you?!

Coffee is good!!! Love the space!!! It’s how a café should be…
Having the cappuccino, it’s the most delicious cappuccino I ever had.

The chocolate is made right next door to this little corner coffee shop so you can watch the process through a glass wall by the counter. I encountered some chocolate skulls that looked oh so good. My favorite is the Swedish inspired lingonberry flavors and the flavors filled with a little alcoholic touch such as baileys Irish cream and passion fruit. The goat cheese is also delicious.
This Swedish establishment (Fika means enjoying a cup of coffee) sweetens this part of TriBeCa with its chocolatier. But that’s about all it offers. The coffee is ok but a tad on the weak side. I’m unfortunately an American girl who prefers strong coffee except when it comes to espresso which I have not found in good quality stateside yet (it’s brewed too strongly here).
I do enjoy the vast selection of chocolates. Some of them are award winning although that really means nothing to me except they’d better taste good. And they oh so do. I finally tried something savory here though and I was a bit disappointed. My appetite allows me to eat things that are just a ok so yes the meatball sandwich was just a ok. I meatballs with a slaw of sorts (beets?) and greens on a multigrain roll. Very bland but swedes don’t like spicy now do they?
The matcha latte is very mild and pleasant just like the coffee. If you venture to this part of the island just get a box of chocolates, observe said chocolate making, and peace out. That’s usually my game plan for FIKA.

Got a skim cappuccino which was strong and delicious.
Also tried a number of their chocolates — salted caramel, hazelnut, dark chocolate, etc. They were all so rich and incredible. They melt in your mouth.
The reason I give 4 stars is because the line was disorganized and a bit chaotic. Also, the area where you add your coffee toppings was tiny and very dirty. People left garbage there because there was no place nearby to dispose of it. The counter itself had sugar and coffee spilled all over it as well.

I have to leave a super review for this FIKA location in Tribeca for the following reaons…
1) it’s in Tribeca, on a nice sunny cobblestone corner.
2) it has outdoor and indoor seating (that is kind of trendy/​loungy/​yet still comfy)
3) it is not over crowded, we got a table and were able to just hang out for a long time
4) they have wifi, and even a plug or two if you are lucky
5) even more important: they have good americano’s and other drinks
6) even more important: they make their own homemade chocolate truffles, which are good!
7) they play decent music
8) they’re swedish, so that’s cool too
OK so really it’s a new go-​to coffee-​wifi place on our list that is just without complaints.
PS they have a huge chocolate dinosaur in the truffle kitchen if you look through the glass: P

Amazing truffles and coffee. Like, really amazing. I want to bathe in the salted caramel truffle

A quiet and quite modern place. My muffin and coffee were pretty nice. A good place to grab some coffee if you want to hang out at the Hudson River Park.

Really good chocolate. This is Fika’s chocolate factory, so this is where all of Fika’s chocolate comes from and you can see them make the chocolate right there. The staff is very friendly but can be a bit slow at times. The interior is very modern, nice, and spacious. Overall, chill European vibes.
BUT only order the sweet stuff and coffee.
Do not order the swedish Caesar salad. It’s basically just lettuce drenched in ranch and covered with cheese. I also got meatballs with the salad, expecting it to be like the delicious Ikea meatballs, but they turned out to be pretty bad, cold, and tough.

Good coffee but very slow and inattentive service. The chocolates look very interesting and are artistically made but I have not tasted them yet.
If service was fast, I would consider making this a regular coffee stop.

Close to the water hence the chocolate factory/​production here, not much other than tiny chocolates, so made the bad decision of what was described as a ‘Swedish chocolate graham cracker’, which was really awful.

Had a cup of coffee and a cardamom bun here. Both were really good.
Finished it off with a truffle, which was also very good.
The location is really out of the way, but if you’re in the area, it’s worth stopping in.
I didn’t have any food — I had eaten in another location of the same chain (on 41^st St several weeks ago) and the food wasn’t good at all. I’m very weary, so I had lunch elsewhere. Not sure how the food is at this spot, so I’m NOT reviewing the food, just coffee and the cardamom bun and truffle.
Nice interior. Sleek and modern and clean.

First time I come here and I must say I was impressed. First of the place is very clean and modern. Perfect place to grab some coffee and sit down. Second their selection of chocolates is incredible. Definitely you must try one of their award winning chocolates. Finally, their chocolate creations are something to see.

Nice a clean interior. Modern vibe to the ambience. The staff were accommodating and pleasant during my visit.
Wonderful array of chocolates to choose from & what I tried was delicious. The key lime & espresso were delicious paired with my macchiato.
This is a European style coffee establishment and different from what most Americans are use to but definitely worth trying.

Fika — literal translating to «Coffee break» is a breath of fresh air in a city that sometimes seems to be intent on smothering. You won’t find wifi here, you will find wonderfully crafted coffee, comfortable seating, delicious pastries and nosh, and chocolate… delicious, well thought out and lovingly crafted chocolate.
I recommend sitting down with your coffee, looking out the window and taking a deep breath. Fika will revitalize a stressful day.
And if available make sure to indulge in two things 1. a Cardamom bun and 2. anything from the chocolate case — it is life altering.
Sorry make that three things… a pound bag of whole beans for your kitchen. This coffee is expertly roasted and so smooth! You’ll want access to it at home for sure.