Porto Rico Importing Co.
Burlap sacks, wooden bins and the smell of roasting beans: a Greenwich Village coffee merchant that has outlasted every trend.
Long before third-wave coffee and latte art, Porto Rico Importing Co. was selling coffee by the pound in Greenwich Village. Founded in 1907, the shop on Bleecker Street is one of New York's oldest coffee merchants. It has been family-run for decades and is beloved for its huge selection, fair prices and old-world feel.
What makes it special
- The selection. Dozens of single-origin coffees, blends, flavored coffees and decafs, plus loose-leaf teas, scooped from bins and sacks.
- The prices. Porto Rico has long been known as one of the better values for whole-bean coffee in Manhattan.
- The atmosphere. Burlap, wood, hand-written labels and staff who will happily talk roast levels and brewing methods.
- The history. More than a century in the same neighborhood, through every change Greenwich Village has seen.
How to shop like a regular
- Know your brew method. Tell staff whether you use espresso, drip, French press or pour-over, and they'll grind to match. Or buy whole bean and grind at home.
- Try a house blend. House blends are a good way into the selection.
- Buy small and often. Coffee tastes best within a few weeks of roasting.
- Don't skip the tea wall. The loose-leaf selection rivals the coffee.
Porto Rico coffee wholesale
Porto Rico also supplies coffee wholesale to cafés, restaurants and offices. If you run a business and want a long-established New York roaster behind your coffee program, contact the company directly for current wholesale pricing and minimums.
Visiting
The flagship is at 201 Bleecker Street in Greenwich Village. Over the years the company has run other New York locations as well, so check its website for current shops and hours before you go.
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FAQ
When was Porto Rico Importing Co. founded?
Porto Rico Importing Co. was founded in 1907 in Greenwich Village, making it one of New York City's oldest coffee merchants.
Where is Porto Rico Importing Co.?
The flagship store is at 201 Bleecker Street in Greenwich Village, Manhattan. Check the company's website for its other current locations and hours.
Does Porto Rico sell coffee wholesale?
Yes. Porto Rico Importing Co. supplies coffee wholesale to cafés, restaurants and offices. Contact the company for current pricing.
