Founded in the summer of 2020 Blank Street was born from the idea that great coffee should not come at a premium.

Like most of us, Issam and Vinay (our founders) have always loved coffee. But when they became students and friends in NYC, they realized they couldn’t afford the best coffee every day, and the cheaper options weren’t nearly as good (a tough pill to swallow). Here’s where their challenge was born: how do you offer amazing coffee that’s affordable and accessible, without compromising on quality or barista experience? Ice and Vin decided to answer it.

They had to wipe the slate clean and rethink what a coffee shop should be for a new generation of coffee drinkers. They came out of their brainstorms with 3 major must-haves:

1. much smaller locations (without skimping on culture)
2. investing in technology
3. quality experience for baristas

‍Our automated espresso machines pull consistent coffee each time, and allow baristas to be more interactive and build relationships. Our app lets customers order in advance, streamlining their experience. Our vendors (outsourced milk and pastries) are top-of-the-line and let us focus on the coffee.