Cafe cuisine: the best places to taste it in New York City
1271 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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"Great authentic food. I asked the waiter for a mocktail and he made one up despite it not being on the menu, very caring and checked in. I had the..."
Zahra Rose
"Excellent choice for our large group of 10. The server we had as amazing, Very attentive. The food was hot and so much flavor. I am glad I google..."
Rob Burke
"Absolutely loved this restaurant! We didn't have reservations (six of us), but the servers were very quick to set up a spot for us. The service was..."
Briana Taggart
"This restaurant slaps. We come during NYCC, and every year we have come has been an unforgettable experience. We look forward to it every year!..."
Derrick Weiss
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Corner of 9th and 39th down the street from The Element Hotel. We’ve enjoyed this Italian restaurant many times!..."
Julie
"At the end of our visit to NYC last week, we wanted to sample a trendy Italian restaurant within minutes of our hotel and Nitti's was the choice. ..."
Amy Lipinski
"Our friends made a reservation for Nitti’s on a Sunday evening, the restaurant was not as busy and had their patios wide open (after a rainy day it..."
Tiffany Ngan
"Nice italian food. Papardelle with ragu and mozarella was sooo good! A small thing to improve is that they bring us the bread without the oil and..."
Ada Rovira Antonell
"Met the owner Will. Very nice guy and comes from a hard working family. You can tell by the effort he put into food and decor. We went at a great..."
Drew B
"This was the best meal we ate in NYC. The pizza was crispy and delicious. The spaghetti and meatballs were so good. I could eat the sauce with a..."
Laura Vallejo
"This was one of the best restaurant experiences I've ever had. Despite that being New York City, this was one of the best Italian restaurants we've..."
Roland Ostwald
"Great Italian restaurant in the heart of Hell's Kitchen. Moderately priced with good sized servings. I recommend the eggplant rollatini as a..."
Harry Lee
"We went here before our play. The atmosphere and food were great. The service was great as well. No problem having a relaxing meal with plenty of..."
Chuck Cohn
"This place is a must-see! What an amazing experience Bill and his staff put on! The owner, Bill, goes out of his way to make every guest feel like..."
Whitney Guyer
"I would say if you want italian food, this is the place to go. First of I came here with my wife around lunch time and rapidly the server came to us...."
"Love these doughnuts- they have a lot of unique and seasonal flavors! I also like that they have different types of donuts with various textures (I.e..."
Audrey Ling
"These were really good! I don’t recommend the vegan/gf ones but the normal ones are really good. The blueberry stood out by far and was the best..."
Hudson White
"Awesome experience. Tiana was so friendly! I’m from Ohio and I will definitely come back here next time I’m in town. There’s gluten free and..."
Mariah Starr
"Had the Sourdough Vegan doughnuts. Definitely an indulgence to fill a doughnut craving! Recommend trying if you're looking for an actual doughnut. ..."
Leeanna Maniace
"Amazing donuts, I put 4 stars because their coffee machine was not working. Brooklyn blackout and coconug stuffed were my..."
Gaspar Lagomarsino
"These doughnuts are just Amazing everytime♥️No complaints. I Love how Fresh they are. They taste Great!!!!Wow all of them. Softness I so enjoyed..."
Madeline Martinez
"As good as ever. Carrot cake is my absolute favorite 10 years running. The home made jams used in the jelly donuts are excellent and the coconut..."
Deva Madhava das
"Saw this place on social media and I had to try it. The tres leche wonder wheel was really good. Since the donut is made out of cake, the whole treat..."
Carlos Deschamps
"Had amazing experience today with Jason! His latte art was impressive..."
Kanee Chlebda
"I love the esthetic of this place. Donut ordering counter and very few seats. Very simple. We ordered 2 peanut butter and banana cream filled square..."
Cory Jasper
"The filling to dough ratio is perfect. Not too sweet. Recommend the peanut butter and jelly one. Their cake donuts are average but the yeast ones are..."
Lawrence Marks
"Families looking for a welcoming atmosphere and a diverse menu will love Doughnut Plant. The restaurant's attention to accommodating all ages,..."
Dawson Baugh
"Come for quick bites of donut but the mocha and latte are amazing! The customer service is very fast and..."
Zivana Syahputri
"Went shortly after opening on a weekday and there was no line. Got the peanut butter and jelly, vanilla bean, varlhona chocolate, creme brûlée,..."
Jainif Marediya
"Great service and great doughnuts! We got the vanilla bean, pumpkin, and coffee..."
Alice Lin
"As someone that never had sourdough doughnuts before: These are amazing! The gentleman and the lady behind the counter advised us on the different..."
Tom S
"At the Grand St main location of Doughnut Plant, I have tried many of the doughnuts and like the sourcing of natural and fresh fruits and nuts in the..."
"NYC's (and maybe the entire US) best bubble tea, made with high quality tea instead of tea powder like many others use. Delicious homemade cream for..."
George Chaung
"Real tea with seasonal drinks + reasonable price!!! What r u waiting for ? Ice Cloud coffee my..."
Y.y. Chan
"Great little slice of Chinatown that makes great..."
Quang Lam
"If you have chance to visit NewYork, You shouldn't miss Teado which is the best One bubble tea in the..."
Carolyn Chiang
"The best bubble milk tea I've tried in the US. Even better than lots of bubble milk tea in..."
Peng-Jen Chen
"Cannot use words to say how awesome it..."
BC Chan
"Your litchi/pink grapefruit is soooooooooooo refreshing! I just love..."
"Stayed at the east village hotel and Mud is right down the block! We wanted an amazing breakfast & Mud over-exceeded our expectations. Amazing food,..."
Sanya Paul
"I stopped by MUD SPOT this morning and was blown away by the quality of the food and drinks. The burrito was amazing - easily one of the best I've..."
Tomasz Lodowski
"We came here for brunch and chose the menu with mimosa and coffee with our main dish. It was a good price and food was delicious, simple and fresh. I..."
Julie Kelechian
"Great food and service. Love the look of the restaurant, very warm and inviting. The back seating was cozy and made for a great lunch..."
Nany the Realtor Real estate agent in NYC
"The food, iced coffee, and mimosas were delicious. Food came out quickly and the wait staff was really kind. We sat in the back patio area - cute..."
Kyrie Philbrook
"Food was spectacular. Our server, Lane, was phenomenal, kind, and attentive. Sautéed banana bread was wonderful. Prices were great, service was..."
Tripp Madill
"My favorite cappuccino in the east village! It’s is silky, chocolatey, with a calm cool uplifting buzz - hard to not drink all at once. Breakfast..."
Lindsey Royce
"Went with a friend. I loved the atmosphere. The menu could..."
Magnolia
"Great coffee. Stopped here because I heard that it was one of the best spots. True to what I heard. I had a cappuccino. It was really good. The. I..."
Mindy Ramirez
"Great outdoor seating for brunch! They have a really fun brunch special where each dish comes with 2 drinks! So, come uncaffeinated and hungry :)..."
Sarah Wang
"Very cozy and vintage vibes; the food was very good and AMAZING..."
Saule Mikaliunaite
"The coffee is delicious! I love the people and they have a happy..."
Phene Wardlaw
"Very nice cafe. If I lived in NYC, I would most definitely come back.
Sourdough French toast is one of the best French toasts I have ever had. Maple..."
Daria P
"I feel like this place was made for me, the best coffee, simple food in big portions and great price that also come super quick, kind extremely..."
Yoav Maman
"There's more style in these parts than in most countries, and this place personifies it. Cool name, great fit out...even the mugs are more noteworthy..."
Kitchen Insider
"Love the distinctive style of the place. Went with kids during a NYC visit. Did not disappoint. Chai latte and lemonade along with the strawberry..."
Swaroop Singh
"This place is def a hidden gem! The all day brunch is a life saver if you like to get up late lol. The food was delicious and high quality, plus the..."
"Cute bar/restaurant with great vibes, good service as well.
The crispy rice salad was great for cutting the fat from the other stuff we ordered, it..."
Susie Su
"Very busy brunch spot. Reservations are highly recommended.
Food is delicious and served fast. I love the pasta dishes. Portion is big enough for..."
Nora Zhang
"The environment is cute, good food delicious coffees which is really hard to say in a brunch spot. They charged $1 for a splash of oat-milk for the..."
Sila Gunn
"This place is awesome! The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, and the service is friendly and attentive. The breakfast / brunch menu is delicious and..."
Peter Puggaard
"Came for Saturday brunch and they managed to have some bar seats available without a res. The food was delicious. The pancakes were sooo fluffy...."
Sonya
"Great brunch spot- we walked in on a saturday with a group of 5 around noon and they were able to seat us outside with no wait! They were definitely..."
Megan Ung
"Had a wonderful brunch time with the family. Food is awesome and our waitress, Austria, is really friendly. Love love love the shrimp linguine..."
Alison Chen
"Had the Big Brekkie, truffle fries, matcha lemonade, and 2 eggs/added roasted tomatoes. Refreshers were a small portion but very good. Breakfast was..."
Michelle
"Great place to have brunch and definitely great food. The Benedict eggs were delicious. My only issue was with the server, felt rushed to order food..."
George A
"Had a great brunch here on a warm, muggy day. We sat outside and the fans and shade were perfect and comfortable. I had the ricotta pancakes and a..."
"We came here on a Monday evening at 6pm and it was packed! We snagged a table outside because it was surprisingly not that cold for a December..."
Jasna Acharya
"Loved this place! The best spot if Negronis are your jam! Pick any one on the menu and it is a home run! They even have the Classic Negroni on Tap!..."
Paul Vetrano
"Came here with my wife for some drinks, we enjoyed it so much that we came a second time during our trip. Drinks, staff and atmosphere are all great...."
Anthony De Carvalho
"Walked in as a party of 2 on a Thursday night around 9pm and it was packed but we were lucky and got seated right away. They play the music really..."
Jessica Shim
"Voted best bar in the world for multiple years, the negroni happy hour here can't be beat. Solid Italian food at their original location in Greenwich..."
Restaurant Groupie
"Absolutely perfect afternoon cocktails outside at Dante! Attentive wait staff made sure our waters were re-filled and helped when we couldn’t..."
Seth&Denise Mespelli
"Ate here early. 15 minutes was the shortest wait I've ever heard of for Dante. Perks of going early. We had the arancini, the steak tartare, the..."
Pratik Paddle
"I loved Dante so much, if I move to NYC I decided I need to be within walking distance of this place. They have the most epic negroni menu, and you..."
Melanie Smith
"We had a delightful brunch experience at Dante NYC. Visiting on a Sunday, we were fortunate to secure a table outside. Our main motivation was to..."
Nitha
"I’m reviewing Dante as a bar not as a restaurant (otherwise I would give it at most 3 stars). Overall, I would recommend to have appetizers and..."
"Needed to get lunch before visiting Guggenheim and this was a block away. Ordered the Classic chicken & bacon club roll. Generous avo smash at the..."
Howard Dai
"Had brunch here on a weekend before heading to the museums. They don’t take reservation so you need to put down your name and wait outside.
Food,..."
Vivian Tian
"4.3. Bluestone lane is a wonderful Aussie brekkie/brunch/lunch cafe with a great menu and a fun vibe. They have a few locations- this one is..."
Becca Kellner
"Cute little coffee shot with trendy and colonial architecture. Sandra’s coffee and limited food options. Personally I don’t recommend any food..."
Josh
"My friend who is a local frequents this Bluestone location and loves it. I’m hopping on that bandwagon, I love it too!
Servers were friendly and..."
Carrie
"I recently visited Bluestone Lane's Upper East Side cafe and was thoroughly impressed with the atmosphere and service. The cafe has a cozy, yet..."
Radu Medeleanu
"Food is so appetizing if you like to eat healthy. Thanks to the staff and jack..."
Emily Martinez
"A fantastic example of customer service. The person ahead of me in line was extremely rude to the employee taking their order and I was so impressed..."
Derek Rainey
"Had a great experience here! Everyone was so friendly and we had fantastic service from Matthew and excellent coffee from..."
Morgan Ridgley
"Stopped by after visiting the Guggenheim Museum nearby. Such a convenient location for great coffee and great food. A gentleman named Andre took care..."
Samantha Long
"Located on Fifth Ave, this is a nice place to get some coffee and snacks. It's a small place with limited seating so be ready to wait to be seated.
I..."
Iqbal Chaudhary
"I love this cafe!
Me and my pup swing through all the time while out for walks around the park. The staff are all lovely and make time for us even..."
Christy Martin
"Best Matcha I found in New York! Also lots of tasty breakfast options and a super cool..."
Tess Lucas
"If you’re in the area this Blue Stone is worth stopping by! The inside is such a cool venue with an awesome church interior and music. The staff..."
Nicole Carter
"The food was absolutely fantastic (you can tell it from the photos) and the service was good as well - everyone was so friendly. I wanted to try a..."
Eana Kim
"Wow. I was blown away by this little gem. My server Mathew was so good! I loved his energy and he recommended such a good a coffee. Everyone has to..."
Presley
"Unique spot right across from Central Park. Great food and..."
"My wife and I had fun visiting this clean, nicely organized neighborhood market with quite the selection of prepared foods at the deli and other..."
Kinbo Lee
"Incredible selection of European food and beyond in the market + great on-the-go options in the bakery next door (with the same name).
Prices on the..."
Flavio Remus
"This place is great, there is a wide range of cheese, jam, coffee.. anything you might need. I got to chat with this great lady about the jam..."
Deniz Gün
"Zabar’s is a staple in New York, and I see why. Their classic bagel sandwich with smoked salmon is packed with flavor. Definitely grab a pastry too..."
Eddy G
"Quintessentially New York (and probably/arguably the city's best) Deli with delicious breads, dips, cheeses and salads 👌- the Whitefish Pate,..."
Michael Hickey
"Quality you can taste and yes, they ship your orders with care too - everything was received in just couple days, packed with care and everything in..."
niko pix
"Truly exceptional. Went for bfast muffins. I had Zabar’s nova special bagel. Smoked salmon trimmings and cream cheese. 17 usd. I had the toasted..."
James Naismith
"Rueben panini was delicious as was the cold brew. Also visited the store for a few bits. Great store with a good selection. The hot food and salad..."
Glenda Anderson
"This is a foodie's idea of heaven. It's worth travelling to visit the endless variety of different food, cheeses, baked goods- you name it, they got..."
Anastasia Pentias
"Quintessential bagels and lox. Russ and daughters gives you more of a treat. Zabar's is more local and has a large variety since it's at heart, a..."
Kinnon Yee
"Great selection but very expensive. Fish counter took 2.5 hours for lox (not the one in the picture I posted). Recommend for occasional shopping and..."
Russell G
"A great grocery store with a huge cheese selection, amazing smoked salmon and coffee beans and bread sections. I was really impressed by the variety..."
Nicole Louie
"The holy land of Jewish appetisers. Somehow, everyone steps in there and instantly becomes an actual or honorary Old Jewish Man. As much a cultural..."
J C
"The Upper West Side institution, famous for gourmet foods, bagels, paninis and baked goods. Wholesome New York generational vibes. Good Turkey..."
Jason Chuei
"Huge grocery with great selection, however I was here for what TURNED out to seem like a "secret menu" of sandwiches. Told this was a great place for..."
Nicholas Klein
"Basically the best Jewish deli ever. Insider tip: the rugelach behind the bakery counter is better than the ones in the bags just outside the..."
Jocelyn O’Shea
"The number one best deli and grocery in the city! Maybe in all of the country. They have everything you could ever want at the grocery. The deli..."
Seth Kleinglass
"Great food and hardware upstairs. You just have to be patient, because the aisles are tight and can be long. But there is so much variety, it is..."
Debbie Trencher
"It’s a NY institution. We shopped here during our stay on the UWS. The bagels and lox are exceptional. Also a wide range of really great..."
"I came here because I won a giveaway from Macaron Cafe for Valentine’s Day! The staffs were very nice and got there manager right away. The manager..."
Ling Shi
"I lived the atmosphere. Very nice design. Quiet nice place with very friendly staff and delicious Macarons biscuits . Tasty coffee too. Small fact..."
Levani S
"I visited from FL. && this place was amazing!!! Rose Lychee, Earl Grey & Honey Lavender are the 3 best..."
Sha Reen
"Not the freshest macaron’s i’ve had, but they tasted really good, and they have a great selection of different flavors, great..."
M K
"Great location, great service. Macaroons were too chewy, the cookie didn’t gently crack as I would have liked. Maybe they were stored too cold? I..."
Rafaela Mantelli
"Absolutely worth-visiting! The ambience is charming, staff is nice & the variety of Macarons are simply..."
Pack My Bag Please
"The selection of Macarons are fantastic, and the quality is top notch, same for service. They also do a very good coffee, whether it be a straight..."
Todd White
"Love the Macaron Cafe Bake Shop! You can really taste the superior ingredients. I enjoy the macarons here far more than Magnolia Bakery or Buttercup...."
Casey Diaz
"I can't eat the macarons (dairy allergy) but the green tea with rose and lavender was amazing. Ample seating in the evening. Better than their..."
E D
"The macarons were so yummy, we actually returned a few times during our NYC trip to get more. The americanos at the cafe were second to none in the..."
Anne Fernandena
"I love this place, but the tables are too close to each other and the length of the table between you and your guests are too long. Besides my table..."
Robyn Hill
"I love macaron and this place is cute with delicious food /coffee 👍 they have place to sit and chat with a good coffee and..."
Radima Alakaeva
"I swear, Macaroons are the new cupcakes and this place takes the cake, literally :) These sugar sweet confections are delicate and lovingly made with..."
Barbara Piermont
"We recently had these delectable cookies at a company party and they were definitely a hit! Not only are these macaroons moist, delicious and come in..."
Alexis Guerra
"Absolutely one of my favorite lunch spots. Try the French Caesar salad which is phenomenal, one of my favorite salads in the city. Monday is..."
Trevor Sumner
"Their Macaroon is so tasty. Great selection of salads and the Paris Sandwich - my fav!! I liked the small cafe across the street more though. The new..."
"First place I come to in Manhattan. Best place to have a quality coffee and chill. Or grab a pastry or evening drink. Very unique..."
Joe Wiggins
"Lovely place.!! Great service, perfect barista and good to scape from the busy road and have a little romance...."
Gloria M Jordan
"Has become my husband's favorite since we've stayed at Le Parker Meridien. Even today when we're staying at a different hotel he still wanted to..."
Carmela Roman- Carducci
"Love this place for great service and a nice cortado w/ steamed half &..."
Michael Murtagh
"Great ambiance!! loved it! I am definitely coming..."
Beto Mares Yáñez
"Excellent coffee! And a perfect place to just drop into on a cold..."
Lohr Miller
"Very tony coffee shop and bar. Great ambiance and good place to take a date or close friends. Latte is $8 but smooth; dessert is tasty. Pricey but..."
Himalaya Lele
"This place is classically lovely. Great coffee and ambience, vaulted high ceilings and spacious seating areas. My only qualm is the presentation of..."
A B
"This place is amazing! Absolutely worth paying the $8 for a coffee. I got a cappuccino and my wife got a latte and they were both incredible...."
Ethan Taylor
"I love this place. I've only been to NYC twice but when I need a place to relax from the maddnes I head here. The manager Megan is a treasure. She is..."
B.R. Cluny Nichols
"The cocktails were expensive, but they consisted of a decent amount. I got drinks there before the restaurant, Indian Accent, opened at 5pm since it..."
Sahara Marte
"The ambiance, decor, coffee, chocolate cake, and cheesecake were all absolutely..."
Bilal Qizilbash
"Beautiful place for a cocktail or simply for a delicious cappuccino - cappuccino that you will pay close to $10 but I think that it is worth..."
Frédéric Lebreux
"Lovely change of pace from your average coffee shop, the food and beverages are fine but what you're really paying for is the unique setting and..."
Michael Mallette
"I love this place. Whenever I want to meet someone for a drink (also good if one wants alcohol and the other person wants a tea) in a more intimate..."
Heath Hughes
"An enchanting haven from the bustling streets of midtown where you can sip your tea or cocktail with tunes of jazz or light classical music. It is a..."
J L
"Really good desserts and coffee. Fancy posh atmosphere. Overpriced and the service doesn’t match. I thinks it’s a nice treat for someone not from..."
Kristina Phillips
"Nice little coffee spot, spent hour here with..."
Lawrence Lau
"Great place in midtown for a fancy drink!! Very..."
Silvia Märkli García
"This is the bar in my go to NYC hotel. The bar has a great old school vibe with plush beaches. They also make a mean margarita, from scratch no..."
Michael Linster
"Great coffee, beautiful atmosphere, and friendly staff. However, the prices are kind of ridiculous (ie. $11 for a cappuccino with oat milk). It is in..."
Ally Peccia
"Insanely beautiful venue as you can see from the pictures. Drinks are very expensive here, 2 cocktails runs you about $40+. You are absolutely paying..."
Geoffrey Si
"Great atmosphere with a great drink selection. The price of the drinks are high, even for NYC prices, in my opinion. The free nuts are nice..."
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