If pouring Morton salt in your food is your thing, this place is for you. I can’t comment on the taste of the actual food because I’m too busy trying to wash the taste of sodium from my system.
Food: 1
Dana B
Stopped here on a food tour. Great beers and Austrian food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Leo Foxworthy
Great food, hearty portions, lacking in ambiance. It's great for good food, but it could be Chicago. My only drawback. No real NYC vibe here.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 2
Oksana Kaye
Cozy, delicious, great vibes! Amazing pretzels 🥨
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lilia
Great service. The food was delicious.
Andrew Russell
Came here for dinner before a late movie at the theater nearby. We planned poorly and didn’t make a reservation in advance, so the neighboring restaurant was unable to accommodate our group of 5. (It was a Friday night, after all…) Boy were we glad to have accidentally stumbled across Cafe Katja!
Despite the fact that it was quite busy and our relatively large group size, they were able to seat us very quickly. The inside of the restaurant was simple and a bit rustic, with great mood lighting and a lively atmosphere. Service was fast and friendly.
On to the most important part: THE FOOD! The food here was absolutely amazing! One of the best meals I’ve had in recent memory. No joke. We started off with a pretzel and brussels sprouts, which were tasty, but the real stars were the main dishes. I personally ordered the jägerschnitzel with spätzle and mushroom sauce. While eating it, I was making sounds that made my boyfriend jealous. Others at the table ordered the braised short ribs and Austrian meatballs, which were equally delicious! The ruben might have been the largest sandwich I’ve ever seen. Everything was truly scrumptious. Chef’s kiss, no notes!
Will definitely be returning to the LES soon if for no other reason than to come back to Cafe Katja. Kisses!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Archish Soni
TOOK 20 MINUTES FOR A ROUND OF TEQUILA SHOTS (4) And they gave me a tiny lime
Samia Zia
Waiters don’t know what’s going on and what anyone ordered, took 20 minutes to get 4 drinks. At least the bathroom is clean
Cosima Kymissis
Super unique place! The drinks were all really good but you really come for the vibe. Everyone was very friendly and the atmosphere was super cozy.
Jeffer Sonian
We celebrated my nieces birthday with a party of 12 at this legendary lower East Viennese Mecca, and the food lived up to its reputation. Several of us had the Wiener Schnitzel which was perfectly done with delicious potato and salad side. The vegetarians had eggplant parm schnitzel which they all raved about. The meatballs and sausage sampler were also big hits. I don’t remember which desserts were ordered after several Kostrizers but they were raved about as well. Also a fantastic selection of Austrian beers and wines. We sat inside because we were such a large group which was festive but the outside seating was possibly even nicer on a lovely late fall evening on Orchard street which is a pedestrian mall.
the food was edible but me and my friend both found our meals to be extremely bland. very disappointing, especially for the price. the elderflower lemonade was great tho lol
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
Oleg Vlasov
Good food, great service and decent prices.
Virginia Miller
Ming & Felipe forever. The best <3
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elsa Bennett
This restaurant proves that good food speaks for itself. My meal was perfect! I enjoyed the clean, contemporary setting. The staff offered charming service. We're planning to visit again soon.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Judith Vasquez
Each plate that arrived at our table was better than the last. All staff members approached with genuine warmth. Their menu items are exceptionally prepared. Cafe Katja's geographic advantage is clear, yet its staff's attitude is remarkable. Our entire meal was tasty!! I'm looking forward to returning!
If pouring Morton salt in your food is your thing, this place is for you. I can’t comment on the taste of the actual food because I’m too busy trying to wash the taste of sodium from my system.
Food: 1
Stopped here on a food tour. Great beers and Austrian food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food, hearty portions, lacking in ambiance. It's great for good food, but it could be Chicago. My only drawback. No real NYC vibe here.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 2
Cozy, delicious, great vibes! Amazing pretzels 🥨
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great service. The food was delicious.
Came here for dinner before a late movie at the theater nearby. We planned poorly and didn’t make a reservation in advance, so the neighboring restaurant was unable to accommodate our group of 5. (It was a Friday night, after all…) Boy were we glad to have accidentally stumbled across Cafe Katja!
Despite the fact that it was quite busy and our relatively large group size, they were able to seat us very quickly. The inside of the restaurant was simple and a bit rustic, with great mood lighting and a lively atmosphere. Service was fast and friendly.
On to the most important part: THE FOOD! The food here was absolutely amazing! One of the best meals I’ve had in recent memory. No joke. We started off with a pretzel and brussels sprouts, which were tasty, but the real stars were the main dishes. I personally ordered the jägerschnitzel with spätzle and mushroom sauce. While eating it, I was making sounds that made my boyfriend jealous. Others at the table ordered the braised short ribs and Austrian meatballs, which were equally delicious! The ruben might have been the largest sandwich I’ve ever seen. Everything was truly scrumptious. Chef’s kiss, no notes!
Will definitely be returning to the LES soon if for no other reason than to come back to Cafe Katja. Kisses!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
TOOK 20 MINUTES FOR A ROUND OF TEQUILA SHOTS (4) And they gave me a tiny lime
Waiters don’t know what’s going on and what anyone ordered, took 20 minutes to get 4 drinks. At least the bathroom is clean
Super unique place! The drinks were all really good but you really come for the vibe. Everyone was very friendly and the atmosphere was super cozy.
We celebrated my nieces birthday with a party of 12 at this legendary lower East Viennese Mecca, and the food lived up to its reputation. Several of us had the Wiener Schnitzel which was perfectly done with delicious potato and salad side. The vegetarians had eggplant parm schnitzel which they all raved about. The meatballs and sausage sampler were also big hits. I don’t remember which desserts were ordered after several Kostrizers but they were raved about as well. Also a fantastic selection of Austrian beers and wines. We sat inside because we were such a large group which was festive but the outside seating was possibly even nicer on a lovely late fall evening on Orchard street which is a pedestrian mall.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
the food was edible but me and my friend both found our meals to be extremely bland. very disappointing, especially for the price. the elderflower lemonade was great tho lol
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
Good food, great service and decent prices.
Ming & Felipe forever. The best <3
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This restaurant proves that good food speaks for itself. My meal was perfect! I enjoyed the clean, contemporary setting. The staff offered charming service. We're planning to visit again soon.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Each plate that arrived at our table was better than the last. All staff members approached with genuine warmth. Their menu items are exceptionally prepared. Cafe Katja's geographic advantage is clear, yet its staff's attitude is remarkable. Our entire meal was tasty!! I'm looking forward to returning!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
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