Food was excellent, service was quick and friendly. But in two consecutive visits, they got our orders wrong. Once they were busy, once they weren't. And in one instance, they argued about it. They eventually made it right.
That's not enough to put me off going there, but definitely something to watch for.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
E Lee
Amazing sandwich party platter again this year- everyone loved. very prompt replies and delivery
Food: 5
Service: 5
Matthew Swing
We’ve visited Effy’s Cafe a few times now and always hoped it would improve. Today, my wife, our 10-month-old, and I sat outside for breakfast, but unfortunately, our experience was disappointing. After placing our order, we waited 45 minutes without anyone checking on us to refill our tea (it was a bit chilly) or providing any update about our food.
Meanwhile, we saw four other tables who arrived after us get their meals first. While we appreciate the location and have tried to give the place a fair shot, the food has consistently been underwhelming, and today’s lack of service was frustrating. We want to like Effy’s, but sadly, we left feeling let down.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Rebecca Bryan
We are early risers and were staying on the upper West side - having trouble finding a good breakfast (more than pastries) before 10 am. Then we found Effy’s Cafe and loved it! Staff are friendly and welcoming, cozy ambience and good food. The place has a constant flow of local customers. I had an everything bagel with cream cheese and lox - fresh and delicious, perfect NY bagel. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
alon greenstein
Not what it used to be
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
S A
Very Arabian cuisine.
Luis Martinez
Cozy little place, in the upper West Side, offering Israeli dishes, fresh Mediterranean food, from tasty shakshuka, brioche sandwiches, and vegetarian shawarma wraps. Last time we visited was for Brunch and we had the “Power Wrap,” Two Eggs, Cheddar, Beyond Sausage and Avocado and a “Middle Eastern Breakfast:” Two Eggs Any Style- Served With Hummus, Labneh, Feta, Isareli Salad and Whole Wheat Pita. Coffee with milk.
The food was delicious, as usual however, service was slow. Had to wait for spoons to sweeten my coffee and in the end had to go to a waiter to get it. Coffee got cold.
“Eat deliciously “
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Ana María Llanos Múnera
Our neighborhood fav!🧡
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fleur Touchard
Have known this place since 2015. Never gets old, always on top! Love to sit in and have a bite, any time of the day. Great kosher food and very friendly staff! A must in the neighborhood <3
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Falafel Platter, Challah French Toast, Effy's Salad
Samantha Taskale
This is my go to spot for lunch in UWS. Love the dips and sandwiches
Stopped in for breakfast on my first day in New York. The pancakes were lovely and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Elsa Bennett
My visit exceeded what I expected. The restaurant's quality shows through their food and staff performance. The staff provided remarkable customer care and the food was exceptional. Every table and surface is properly sanitized. The quality remains consistently high.
Food was excellent, service was quick and friendly. But in two consecutive visits, they got our orders wrong. Once they were busy, once they weren't. And in one instance, they argued about it. They eventually made it right.
That's not enough to put me off going there, but definitely something to watch for.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Amazing sandwich party platter again this year- everyone loved. very prompt replies and delivery
Food: 5
Service: 5
We’ve visited Effy’s Cafe a few times now and always hoped it would improve. Today, my wife, our 10-month-old, and I sat outside for breakfast, but unfortunately, our experience was disappointing. After placing our order, we waited 45 minutes without anyone checking on us to refill our tea (it was a bit chilly) or providing any update about our food.
Meanwhile, we saw four other tables who arrived after us get their meals first. While we appreciate the location and have tried to give the place a fair shot, the food has consistently been underwhelming, and today’s lack of service was frustrating. We want to like Effy’s, but sadly, we left feeling let down.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
We are early risers and were staying on the upper West side - having trouble finding a good breakfast (more than pastries) before 10 am. Then we found Effy’s Cafe and loved it! Staff are friendly and welcoming, cozy ambience and good food. The place has a constant flow of local customers. I had an everything bagel with cream cheese and lox - fresh and delicious, perfect NY bagel. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not what it used to be
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Very Arabian cuisine.
Cozy little place, in the upper West Side, offering Israeli dishes, fresh Mediterranean food, from tasty shakshuka, brioche sandwiches, and vegetarian shawarma wraps. Last time we visited was for Brunch and we had the “Power Wrap,” Two Eggs, Cheddar, Beyond Sausage and Avocado and a “Middle Eastern Breakfast:” Two Eggs Any Style- Served With Hummus, Labneh, Feta, Isareli Salad and Whole Wheat Pita. Coffee with milk.
The food was delicious, as usual however, service was slow. Had to wait for spoons to sweeten my coffee and in the end had to go to a waiter to get it. Coffee got cold.
“Eat deliciously “
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Our neighborhood fav!🧡
Food: 5
Service: 5
Have known this place since 2015. Never gets old, always on top! Love to sit in and have a bite, any time of the day. Great kosher food and very friendly staff! A must in the neighborhood <3
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Falafel Platter, Challah French Toast, Effy's Salad
This is my go to spot for lunch in UWS. Love the dips and sandwiches
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great for great service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped in for breakfast on my first day in New York. The pancakes were lovely and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
My visit exceeded what I expected. The restaurant's quality shows through their food and staff performance. The staff provided remarkable customer care and the food was exceptional. Every table and surface is properly sanitized. The quality remains consistently high.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Unacceptable
Food: 1
The food was great and the staff were amazing.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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