<div class="tldr">Levee Café opened to the public June 3 at 597 Hudson Street. On its first Monday, lines formed outside by 8:30 a.m.</div>\n\n<ul class="key-facts">\n <li>Levee Café opened on June 3.</li>\n <li>Location: 597 Hudson Street, West Village.</li>\n <li>Lines extended outside past 9 a.m. on opening Monday.</li>\n</ul>\n\nLevee Café drew early morning crowds on its first Monday in business. The new coffee shop at 597 Hudson Street opened at 7:00 a.m., and by 8:30 a.m., customers were lined up out the door. According to a staff member, the line did not subside until after 10:00 a.m.\n\nThe West Village neighborhood has seen several new café openings in 2024. Levee Café is the latest to join Hudson Street, an area already home to multiple coffee shops. Owner Rachel Kim said she was surprised by the turnout, noting that social media posts about the opening had circulated locally over the weekend.\n\nLevee Café serves drip coffee, espresso drinks, and a small selection of pastries. Prices for coffee start at $3.50. The café is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., according to signage posted at the entrance.\n\nLocal residents waiting in line cited both curiosity and limited seating at other nearby cafés as reasons for trying the new spot. Several said they expected the opening week to be busy, but hoped wait times would decrease as the excitement faded.\n\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions</h2>\n<h2>Where is Levee Café located?</h2>\n<p>Levee Café is located at 597 Hudson Street in the West Village. The entrance is on the west side of Hudson Street, near West 12th Street. The café occupies the space formerly held by a small retail shop.</p>\n<h2>What are Levee Café’s hours of operation?</h2>\n<p>According to signage and staff, Levee Café is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. These hours apply to both weekdays and weekends. The café may extend hours if demand continues.</p>\n<h2>What does Levee Café serve?</h2>\n<p>Levee Café offers drip coffee, espresso drinks, and a rotating selection of pastries. Prices for coffee start at $3.50. Non-dairy milk options and limited seating are also available.</p>