I was recently in NYC for business and had the pleasure of dining at Café Standard—what a gem! The food was delicious, the atmosphere vibrant and stylish, but what truly stood out was the exceptional service. Albert and Alyssa were warm, engaging, and genuinely a joy to interact with. They made the space feel not just welcoming, but familiar—something every traveler appreciates. I came for the food, but I’ll be coming back for the people.
lauracQ2909YS
I visit frequently, meeting different friends or dining alone. Kai always makes everyone feel welcome, he is always warm, friendly and at ease, even while juggling 20 things at once. He really takes care of everyone and makes sure they have a positive experience. 10/10 no notes!
Harrison C
This has been on my list of go tos for a while, and I finally made it, and it was well worth it! The staff was lovely, and the interior was eclectic and beautiful, you felt like you were in a European Café! The food was so good, and their specials menu was very affordable! I got the BLT and a dirty martini and both were delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anthony Leonard
Café Standard is more than just a coffee spot it’s an experience. The ambiance is stylish and lively, with comfortable seating both indoors and on the terrace. I stopped by for brunch and was impressed by the ricotta pancakes light, fluffy, and served with a generous drizzle of maple syrup. The iced coffee was refreshing and strong, just how I like it. It’s a popular spot, so it can get busy, but the energy adds to the charm. Perfect for a casual brunch, work meeting, or just enjoying the atmosphere. A reliable go-to in the neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gabriel Lee
Great cocktails by Guzo!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tracy Tracy
Haven’t been here in years. They used to have an amazing fried chicken on the menu. We should petition to bring it back lol. But overall everything g we got was really good. A great BLT with a really good aioli on it. Got the side salad with the BLT and they give a generous amount and very good house salad. The oysters were really good and fresh. The loaded spuds were very tasty as well,had a cream sauce and friend onions on it. Food portions are great size to share or if you’re just really hungry. Great chill ambience for easy lunch or dinner. Solo or with a friend or partner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Grover Cleveland
Food is great. The space is inviting and interesting. And the service is stellar. And I am a “hard grader.”
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Felipe Budinich
I love the ambiance inside; it’s intimate with great aesthetics. I ordered a delicious omelet filled with goat cheese. It's a great place for a chat, although it can get crowded since it's linked to the hotel. I recommend making a reservation if you're going on a date, just to be safe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
charmel10
Lovely atmosphere in the Cafe very comfortable sitting at the by myself enjoying the company and excellent service the bartender provided. I’ve been looking in my local EV & LES restaurants and cafes for a classic Caesar Salad prepared like the original one created in Tijuana, Mexico iThe Caesar at Cafe Standard is it! Instead of chopping up the romaine leaves they are whole arranged beautifully and the salad is dressed with delicious Spanish anchovies with fresh parmesan cheese grated abundantly over it. The sourdough croutons are crisp but don’t threaten to break your teeth. It’s a perfect classic Caesar! I feel lucky to have had such an enjoyable & delicious evening at the Cafe Standard! Don’t take photos of my food so sorry no photo but it deserves one . It was beautiful!
Terri Long
Loved the vibes of this place and great place to catch up with friends! Chai latte was also really good!
Aesthetically nice. Nice staff. Chai latte tastes like the boxed grocery store brand. Real mid.
Rohit Tiwari
I had a fantastic time at the gathering. The drinks were top-notch, and the music and atmosphere smoothly shifted from laid-back to energetic. The overall vibe was amazing!
Food was great, the ambience is very nice. But i’d work on service, hard to catch waiter/waitresses’ attention and to get a bill only your waiter/waitress can get it, but they were nowhere to be found for a good few minutes. Overall good, 4/5
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Dillon Browne
Great experience. Just wanted lunch without wildly overpaying, and we got exactly what we wanted. Delicious food, great drinks and a long happy hour. Cute little street side dining room.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Giang Nguyen
Pretty good avocado toast. 4 ⭐. Service was excellent. Server asked if I wanted salt, pepper etc after bringing out the avocado toast, I said I don't know, I'll try the food then if I need I'll ask him. But two minutes later he brought them out anyway, so that was nice. I did end up using a tiny bit of the salt. (Tangent: the tiny hot sauce bottle was cute haha)
I was recently in NYC for business and had the pleasure of dining at Café Standard—what a gem! The food was delicious, the atmosphere vibrant and stylish, but what truly stood out was the exceptional service. Albert and Alyssa were warm, engaging, and genuinely a joy to interact with. They made the space feel not just welcoming, but familiar—something every traveler appreciates. I came for the food, but I’ll be coming back for the people.
I visit frequently, meeting different friends or dining alone. Kai always makes everyone feel welcome, he is always warm, friendly and at ease, even while juggling 20 things at once. He really takes care of everyone and makes sure they have a positive experience. 10/10 no notes!
This has been on my list of go tos for a while, and I finally made it, and it was well worth it! The staff was lovely, and the interior was eclectic and beautiful, you felt like you were in a European Café! The food was so good, and their specials menu was very affordable! I got the BLT and a dirty martini and both were delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Café Standard is more than just a coffee spot it’s an experience. The ambiance is stylish and lively, with comfortable seating both indoors and on the terrace. I stopped by for brunch and was impressed by the ricotta pancakes light, fluffy, and served with a generous drizzle of maple syrup. The iced coffee was refreshing and strong, just how I like it. It’s a popular spot, so it can get busy, but the energy adds to the charm. Perfect for a casual brunch, work meeting, or just enjoying the atmosphere. A reliable go-to in the neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great cocktails by Guzo!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Haven’t been here in years. They used to have an amazing fried chicken on the menu. We should petition to bring it back lol. But overall everything g we got was really good. A great BLT with a really good aioli on it. Got the side salad with the BLT and they give a generous amount and very good house salad. The oysters were really good and fresh. The loaded spuds were very tasty as well,had a cream sauce and friend onions on it. Food portions are great size to share or if you’re just really hungry. Great chill ambience for easy lunch or dinner. Solo or with a friend or partner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is great. The space is inviting and interesting. And the service is stellar. And I am a “hard grader.”
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love the ambiance inside; it’s intimate with great aesthetics. I ordered a delicious omelet filled with goat cheese. It's a great place for a chat, although it can get crowded since it's linked to the hotel. I recommend making a reservation if you're going on a date, just to be safe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lovely atmosphere in the Cafe very comfortable sitting at the by myself enjoying the company and excellent service the bartender provided. I’ve been looking in my local EV & LES restaurants and cafes for a classic Caesar Salad prepared like the original one created in Tijuana, Mexico iThe Caesar at Cafe Standard is it! Instead of chopping up the romaine leaves they are whole arranged beautifully and the salad is dressed with delicious Spanish anchovies with fresh parmesan cheese grated abundantly over it. The sourdough croutons are crisp but don’t threaten to break your teeth. It’s a perfect classic Caesar! I feel lucky to have had such an enjoyable & delicious evening at the Cafe Standard! Don’t take photos of my food so sorry no photo but it deserves one . It was beautiful!
Loved the vibes of this place and great place to catch up with friends! Chai latte was also really good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Aesthetically nice. Nice staff. Chai latte tastes like the boxed grocery store brand. Real mid.
I had a fantastic time at the gathering. The drinks were top-notch, and the music and atmosphere smoothly shifted from laid-back to energetic. The overall vibe was amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brick Chicken, Toast, Spanish Octopus, Avocado Toast
Food was great, the ambience is very nice. But i’d work on service, hard to catch waiter/waitresses’ attention and to get a bill only your waiter/waitress can get it, but they were nowhere to be found for a good few minutes. Overall good, 4/5
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Great experience. Just wanted lunch without wildly overpaying, and we got exactly what we wanted. Delicious food, great drinks and a long happy hour. Cute little street side dining room.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pretty good avocado toast. 4 ⭐. Service was excellent. Server asked if I wanted salt, pepper etc after bringing out the avocado toast, I said I don't know, I'll try the food then if I need I'll ask him. But two minutes later he brought them out anyway, so that was nice. I did end up using a tiny bit of the salt. (Tangent: the tiny hot sauce bottle was cute haha)
Food: 4
Service: 5
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