Coffee Catering in New York City:
Our Mobile Vietnamese Coffee Cart, Bar & Barista Service
Whether you're hosting a 200-person wedding reception, energizing a 1,000-person conference, or creating a brand moment at a pop-up, our mobile Vietnamese coffee bar adapts to any event type and venue size.
Friendly baristas, 40 minute setup, from $900.
Serving Manhattan & all five NYC boroughs
Bring a Vietnamese Coffee Cart To Your Next Event in NYC
Serve as a dessert station after dinner or a midnight refreshment. We set up in 30-40 minutes and can serve 80+ guests per hour. Perfect for intimate ceremonies and large receptions alike.
Create a memorable, high-traffic experience at your brand activation with a mobile Vietnamese coffee bar that draws people in through taste and visual engagement. Our baristas serve 80+ drinks per hour, handling sustained foot traffic without compromising quality. Every cup is an opportunity—customize cups, napkins, and signage with your logo or brand messaging. Our black uniforms keep the focus on your brand.
Morning coffee run, afternoon pick-me-up, or all-day activation. We handle high-volume settings without losing quality. Baristas bring energy and skill to your event. Customized cups, menu, and more with your logo!
Add a warm, memorable touch to your intimate celebration with a mobile Vietnamese coffee bar tailored to your gathering. Minimum 2-hour booking. We set up in a compact 6×6 footprint—perfect for home settings, backyards, or small venues. Standard service includes phin-brewed coffee and matcha cold foam drinks, so every guest finds something they love. Request off-menu custom drinks, and we'll make them.
Coffee Catering for Private Events
Set up at the expo entrance or inside breakout areas. We serve 80+ drinks per hour. Perfect for keeping attendees energized across multi-day events. We scale staffing as needed (2 baristas for under 90 guests, 3+ for larger crowds.
Go all-in on matcha service or add it to our coffee lineup. We offer matcha cold foam drinks and pure matcha options alongside our full Vietnamese coffee menu. Everyone finds something to enjoy. Whether it's the main event experience or a complementary offering, matcha elevates your activation, wedding, or corporate gathering.
Why a Vietnamese Coffee Bar Hits Different
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Vietnamese coffee hits the perfect sweet spot - distinctive, indulgent, and easy to love. Condensed milk paired with Vietnamese coffee beans creates a natural sweetness and richness espresso can't match. The phin brew is slower, smoother, and more memorable than automated systems. And for guests who want something different, we also serve signature matcha cold foam drinks alongside our coffee lineup. And yes, we offer full matcha-only service.
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We brew Vietnamese coffee using traditional phin filters - no espresso machines, no automation. Phin brewing doesn't require electrical hookup or complicated setup. We fit into any venue—rooftops, gardens, small rooms, outdoor spaces—without compromise. That means we can offer an amazing experience no matter where we are, without you having to do anything.
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Most people have never experienced drinks like ours, let alone a Vietnamese coffee cart at their event. At First Phin First, we help create unforgettable moments through exceptional coffee, warm hospitality, and an engaging guest experience. But don't just take our word for it - hear it directly from our clients.
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Corporate events, office days, and client activations
Weddings, engagements, and private celebrations
Brand activations, pop-ups, and product launches
Conferences, expos, and trade shows
Film sets, production days, and studio shoots
Galas, fundraisers, and nonprofit events
We serve Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island, plus select New Jersey locations. Minimum 2-hour booking. Pricing is hourly, scaled per guest. We arrive in black uniforms, set up in 6×6 space (no electrical hookup required), and handle 50–80 drinks per hour. Customize everything—cups, napkins, menus, table runners with your logo or messaging. From Midtown skyscrapers to Williamsburg lofts, DUMBO rooftops to SoHo pop-ups — our mobile Vietnamese coffee bar travels everywhere New York takes you.
Looking for borough-specific details? We have dedicated pages for coffee catering in Manhattan and coffee catering in Brooklyn — covering neighborhoods, venues, and logistics for each borough.
Coffee Cart Rental in NYC — What's Included
The cart, all gear, and transportation — nothing to pick up, nothing to return
Professional baristas crafting drinks throughout your service window
Setup and breakdown handled entirely by our team
A full 6-drink Vietnamese coffee and matcha menu no standard espresso cart rental offers
Searching for a coffee cart rental for your event?
With us, "rental" means a fully staffed mobile coffee bar. You just sit back and enjoy the coffee (or matcha).
Don’t your guests deserve something different?
Here’s how it works:
Share your event details
Start your inquiry directly through our booking form.We’ll custom tailor a package around your needs
Our team will be in touch within the hour. Our services start from $900.You give us the green light
Approve your quote to secure your date, and we will take it from there.
Trusted by NYC’s Top Companies & Venues
First Phin First has brought our mobile Vietnamese coffee bar to some of New York City’s most recognized offices, venues, and event spaces—from Fortune 500 headquarters to cultural institutions, brand activations, and private celebrations across all five boroughs.
Venues We’ve Served: 620 Loft & Garden (Midtown), Rockefeller Center (Midtown), 3 World Trade Center (Financial District), 111 Eighth Avenue (Chelsea), 270 Park Avenue / JPMorgan HQ (Midtown), 360 Park Avenue South (NoMad/Flatiron), and the Seaport District (Lower Manhattan).
Companies That Have Trusted Us: Google, OpenAI, Deloitte, Etsy, Robinhood, Notion, SeatGeek, Accrete AI, January, Hudson River Trading, Tennr, Teads, T-Mobile, Colgate-Palmolive, CookUnity, and more!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Most clients book 2–6 weeks in advance, especially for weekends or corporate dates. We accommodate short-notice events whenever possible.
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Our baristas serve around 50–60 drinks per hour, depending on menu selections and event flow.
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A small footprint for the cart and access to a standard outlet is usually all we need. Our setup is clean, compact, and venue-friendly.
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They describe the same thing - how people frame it usually depends on what they’ve seen before. A coffee cart rental typically means hiring a mobile cart and barista for your event; coffee catering implies the same but puts the emphasis on the service. We do both: we bring the full mobile coffee bar setup and staff it with trained baristas for the duration of your event. The end result is a staffed, fully equipped mobile coffee bar that arrives, sets up, and handles everything.
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Yes! We offer oat, almond, coconut, and dairy-free options on all drinks.
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We offer menu customization, branded signage, and tailored service setups for weddings, corporate events, and activations.
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Yes — we serve all five NYC boroughs and select New Jersey locations for larger events.