Among the many questions anyone asks before going to grad school, perhaps the most important is 'where is coffee to be found?' We are of course fortunate to have plenteous supplies of caffeine at the Divinity School itself, provided by our incredible cafeteria staff. The Office of Student Affairs also hosts a “Community Coffee Hour” (for 30 minutes!) everyday (Monday through Friday) at 11am in the Common Room during the academic year. One can also get coffee in the YDS Refectory, provided by our incredible Refectory staff (for a small fee). But since the cafeteria doesn't open until the semester starts, and since it's well worth exploring New Haven in any case, here's a list of some of the best places to sit, relax, chat, or read whilst sipping on fine caffeinated beverages. We've even divided it up into patio spots perfect for socializing and the slightly more work-orientated spaces, not that the two categories are mutually exclusive! (Disclaimer: I only ever drink regular drip filtered coffee, so I can give no guidance on the quality of cappuccinos, lattes, espressos, and all that stuff. But I'm sure they're good.)
