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    4.3 (771 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Banter Cafe Menu
    Jazmin C.

    Such a cute and charming cafe for quick breakfast with my boyfriend We walked over and were able to sit immediately. Service was quick and knowledgeable Menu is concise and well rounded for breakfast and lunch options. I had the Avocado Toast with a poached Egg on top and my partner ordered the Build Your Own Breakfast Platter with Eggs hash browns toast and bacon. Meal was delicious, fresh and our coffees were expertly made. Would recommend to anyone in the area for a quick breakfast. The actual restaurant is pretty small so on the weekends it might be packed but they also have benches outside for some extra space

    Karina H.

    Banter is a solid breakfast spot that has an online waitlist and doesn't get way too crowded on the weekends. We were able to get a table for 3 on a Sunday morning at 10am straight away! This is definitely a California style/ Australian brunch where they have delicious healthy eats! The food didn't blow me away but it was good. It's super cute inside and perfect for a girlie morning brunch! Definitely make sure to get the banana bread for the table (or yourself)!!

    Got the tempura fried cauliflower, it was fine. Cauliflower was cooked well but was inconsistently seasoned. Some bites lacked flavor, some were too salty. Place was clean service was good. Seating was fine, was a little cramped but that's typical for the area. Sauce was fine, I felt like the seasoning on the cauliflower didn't go well with it and it wasn't a great combination. Cauliflower has a weird cinnamon flavor to it. Not my thing. Was nicely fried though. Wasn't bad, wouldn't come back.

    Chicken Salad Wrap, Salmon Toast, and Big Breakfast
    Madison R.

    The service was great - everyone was kind and attentive. The ambiance is so cute and colorful, making it feel very warm and fun. All of the dishes my friends and I tried were tasteful and good portion sizes!

    Soft scrambled eggs, side of smoked salmon, Nutella Stuffed French Toast
    Cameron N.

    Ate here solo on a rainy Saturday afternoon. I was able to be seated in about 10 mins, whereas I saw group after group leave once they were told the wait would be an hour and 45 minutes. Once I was seated, my order was taken almost immediately, which would have been a bit annoying had I not already known what I wanted. My food came out quickly and the presentation was lovely. The French Toast is gorgeous, but I don't think the toast holds its own and hinges on being heavily topped. Nutella, granola, strawberries, bananas, blackberries, cashews, pepitas, granola, etc. It also already comes with the syrup drizzled on it, which in hindsight, I could've done without. During the time I ate, no one checked on me at all. I wanted to order a coffee, but never got to. I figured once there was a napkin on my plate my waiter would come back, but no. The person who took my order walked past me many times, I made eye contact, said excuse me. Nothing. I wasn't in a rush, so I just dawdled and read on my phone. Eventually, someone came up from the cellar and as soon as he walked in, scanned the room and checked on me. That same person cashed me out as well. I didn't get their name, but they had locs. I think this is a solid breakfast spot, but not worth the long waits. The breakfast options are pretty limited and I think that the prices are a bit steep. I work near here, so I'd return eventually but I'm in no rush.

    Banter Bowl Salmon Toast
    Patty P.

    Was walking around and was headed to the east village, but wanted to stop for a late lunch and found Banter from a quick Google search. The space was cozy and there were plenty of tables when we arrived, which quickly changed as hungry and cold people streamed in. I had a matcha and we shared the banter bowl and salmon toast. Both were so delicious, savory, filling, and certainly the healthiest thing we had on our winter vacation. The service was attentive, helpful, and very kind, and I really recommend it and would love to come back!

    Dan S.

    Can I have this for breakfast everyday? We stopped by early Sunday morning and were seated immediately. With some 70s/80s light r&b music setting the vibe (think songs like Sade), got a big cup of coffee (no refills?) and a big breakfast. There are variations you can get, scrambled vs poached, toast vs no toast, etc but they are all generously sized and very tasty semi-bowls. I loved mine with avocado while my dining companion adored the kale salad. Service was quick and the place is small and cozy, perfect for those cool autumn mornings. We will be back next time we're in the village. Yum!

    Chai
    Chrissy M.

    Great food and well presented. The service is always friendly every time I'm there . It's impressive. The place is adorable and cozy but such a great spot especially by the window.

    Menu
    Kayla P.

    If you're lucky enough to grab a table - do it. Cozy inside seating (maybe outside too- but we visited while it was raining). Smooth & easy service, straight forward brunch food with a fun list of drinks. Food was tasty and fresh, reasonably priced as well.

    Sweet potato fries
    Tanya A.

    Great cozy cafe with yummy all day breakfast options! We got the folded scramble, green juice and sweet potato fries. All delicious, fresh and made w quality ingredients!!! We even tried the vegemite for fun since it was on the menu but wasn't a hit.. will definitely be back to try more options!

    Avocado Toast
    Gearmo C.

    Two things I desperately needed during my recent trip to NYC were great breakfast and to not feel rushed! Banter felt like the perfect combination of "in the mix" dining and a break from the overwhelming rush of a New York morning. The staff practically read my mind with every request, they were friendly, accomodating and swift with their service. The food and coffee was excellent - the avocado toast being my personal highlight from my few visits. This place rocks, will definitely be returning

    Bacon + Egg Roll
    Taylor B.

    Banter turned out to be such a happy surprise. A group of six of us stopped in unexpectedly for breakfast when our original spot was closed, and it ended up being the perfect backup. The coffee was excellent, the ambience was warm and inviting, and every plate at the table looked and tasted delicious. Portions were very generous, and everything felt incredibly wholesome and satisfying, from the food to the beverages. Would absolutely come back here, especially for a cozy, relaxed breakfast with friends or coworkers.

    Big Breakfast
    Mandisa N.

    I would STRONGLY recommend adding yourself to the online waitlist about 1.5-2 hours before you plan on arriving. This place is small and popular and the wait can be very long. For a table of 4, we were on the waitlist for about 2 hours, but I will say I think it was worth. I chose the big breakfast platter and wow wee; everything tasted so fresh and healthy, and it was such a large, filling meal. The tomato jam is to die for! Some of my friends got the French toast and they easily rank it in top three best they've ever had. I didn't try it cause I was stuffed, but from their descriptions, the batter (?) was perfectly distributed throughout the bread. The Nutella was a worry cause of the sweetness it could add (in combination with the syrup) but it actually added a much needed bitterness to cut the sweet syrup. Thoroughly enjoyed my breakfast here and looking forward to trying the French toast in the future!

    Nutella Nutella Stuffed French Toast

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    Avocado Toast, 2 egg whites on the side, delicious coffee..Food and Coffee was delicious, location wonderful. .Village and Chelsea home!

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    Banter

    4.4(97 reviews)
    1.6 mi•Kips Bay, Midtown East

    Great spot to meet friends for brunch or get takeout! Numerous healthy options and delicious…read moredrinks. We got the Banter Bowl, which includes pickled carrot, cabbage, watermelon radish, cucumber, edamame, avocado, quinoa, and miso ponzu dressing. You have a choice of meats, so we chose the grilled chicken. Second, we ordered the falafel bowl that includes three falafels, pickled onions, avocado, cucumber, whipped garlic feta, kale salad, romesco, and Za'atar dressing that had a delicious flavor. However, our ultimate favorite had to be the Thai Crunch Wrap with sweet potato fries. It was fairly busy, and our drinks took a while to come, but the food arrived shortly after. The next time I'm back, I will be sure to reorder the Thai crunch wrap. If you have food allergies, they are extremely accommodating and have numerous vegan/vegetarian/GF.

    - Cozy little spot serving all-day brunch with plenty of indoor tables and ample outdoor seating;…read morewhile the space is on the smaller side, it feels clean and inviting; it wasn't very busy during lunch on a Monday afternoon, with just a handful of tables occupied inside and out - Service was friendly enough and efficient--ordering ahead online was easy, and my pickup order was ready at the promised time and packaged well; that said, it was missing utensils and napkins - The food was just okay--the Banter Bowl with grilled chicken came with two thin slices of chicken breast that were under-seasoned and a bit dry; the accompanying ingredients were fresh and made for a healthy meal, but overall everything lacked flavor and really needed the dressing to bring it together

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    Take Care

    4.4(85 reviews)
    1.9 mi•Murray Hill, Midtown East

    Arrived Thursday for lunch around 12:45pm to find plenty of tables available without a reservation…read more I was given a table to enjoy before my second guest arrived so I could settle in and place an order in advance. Booths were available just beyond table and chair seating. Love the wood and leather finishes and soft lighting choices that create a subdued atmosphere even mid-day. I was given a lunch/dinner menu and a Lunch Special prix fixe that offered an appetizer and entree for $25. The spicy carrot hummus was recommended and didn't disappoint as well as the grilled chicken sandwich w/ bbq sauce on a buttered pretzel bun. Everything was fresh and excellent and I would order it all again. Noticed the happy hour at the bar is a pretty sweet deal as well with $8 wine, $6 beer, and $10 bites. Nice to have a spot that can be revisited multiple times for a great deal!

    Take Care is a modern bistro that serves regular American fare all day. They offer pick-up,…read moredelivery, and in-room dining options. The breakfast items that I ordered were fast to make, with good service. I was able to get the omelette without the ham. The vegetarian omelette was thick and fluffy, with a good amount of sliced portobello mushrooms and spinach. It came with a side of market salad (leafy greens, cherry tomatoes, carrot, radish, cucumber), making it a great low-carb & high-protein breakfast option. The fruits platter was also excellent - came with a good amount of various sliced fruits (cantaloupe, honeydew, orange, kiwi, pineapple, strawberries, blueberries) that were all very fresh. The milk, however tasted thick and a bit bitter. Not sure if they gave me homogenized milk (3.25%) or the milk was starting to turn bad. Unfortunately I couldn't drink it.

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    Take Care - Lovely wood tables & leather seating with plants

    Lovely wood tables & leather seating with plants

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    Steak Frites at Take Care Restaurant

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    Cask

    4.1(1.6k reviews)
    1.7 mi•Murray Hill, Kips Bay, Midtown East
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    Wednesday girl dinner is a must try. For $25, you get a martini, salad (Cesar or market), and fries…read more(truffle or regular). I got the market salad with grilled chicken which was very filling and packed with flavor. The grilled chicken was an add on so cost a little bit more than $25 but still an amazing deal. 10/10 recommend!

    Stopped into Cask Bar & Kitchen in Murray Hill for a casual dinner and loved the quirky, cozy vibe;…read moreit kind of feels like having dinner in your grandma's living room (in the best way possible). Think vintage wallpaper, little knick-knacks, and warm lighting. It's got character. I ordered the market salad with mixed greens, honeycrisp apples, goat cheese, candied pecans, and sherry vinaigrette. It was a hearty portion - super fresh and flavorful, and honestly more than I could finish (not a complaint!). I also ordered a Diet Pepsi with grenadine; they don't carry Diet Coke, which I almost docked a point for, but the mix was unexpectedly delicious. Highly recommend it. My date ordered the hanger steak and said it was absolutely amazing. Only hiccup: his first glass of wine he got came out hot... like, microwave-level warm. Fortunately, the server brought a new (cold) one and the rest of the meal was smooth sailing. Service was friendly, the vibe was homey and relaxed, and the food was solid across the board. Would definitely come back, especially for that salad and another round of grenadine magic.

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    Tara Rose

    4.6(1.1k reviews)
    1.4 mi•Kips Bay
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    We were looking for a place not to far from our hotel to have a couple drinks before we met up…read morefriends and we found this place. The inside looked really nice with some nice pictures on the wall and lots of space for seating. They also have a downstairs that has a bar and plenty of seating. We just ordered a few Aperol Spritz and chilled at the bar. The drinks tasted really good. Hard to mess that up but you never know. They had music playing from something in the background which was really good. The bartenders were alway asking if we needed anything so that was good. We didn't order any food but the plates that we saw looked really good. Definitely a place you need to check out if your looking for a cool spot to drink and get some bites to eat. They also have a good happy hour and from the looks of it a nice brunch with bottomless mimosas. Have to come check out this place if your in town or live near the area.

    My objective was to find a bar for happy hour in Midtown East. In my rarely treading over to the…read moreeast side these days and wanting to avoid Grand Central I searched a little through google maps what was nearby Murray Bro Hill/Kips Bay area and this spot popped up and I remembered wanting to check out their brunch but never did. It's $25 for unlimited drinks plus food by the way. Which is sad is a deal these days. Anyway, their happy hour is solid enough for a Monday and was meeting up with a friend I hadn't seen in over a year. Place is actually very cute. There are no tvs which I appreciate and the paneling of the walls and decor with all the flowers is quite tasteful. Happy hour deals 4-7pm Mon-Fri & all night Thursday apparently: Aperol Spritz $8, Hugo Spritz $9, Paloma $10, Mules $9, Draft Beers (except Guinness) $7, House Wine $9. As well as 2 Appetizer Bites for $19.95. Not the best but not the worst. I'm normally not a Spritz kind of gal. I think watering down prosecco or wine is heinous. But it was a Monday and I didn't exactly feel like powering down into happy hour so Aperol Spritz it was which switched to a Modelo later. It was the perfect drink situation on a god awful hot as hell day. We also ordered the fish tacos and what initially were the curry fries but they brought out the Greek fries. I wasn't mad about it. Honestly was torn between the two and I don't send food back unless something really bad happened. But it was essentially a side of Caesar salad dressing with feta cheese and generous amount of herbs on a very sparse and frugal amount of crispy standard cut fries. Now I know why it's a 2 for $20 deal. The tacos were 3 in an order which I guess is typical. They weren't bad but nothing stood out to me. I'd come for the drinks or try something else on the menu.

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    The bar

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    Tara Rose Burger

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    Chicken and Waffles and a bloody mary, available during our boozy bottomless brunch.

    Sarge’s Delicatessen & Diner - Nicely sliced pastrami sandwich which I probably would have liked the bread lightly toasted for some texture. Meat was flavorful

    Sarge’s Delicatessen & Diner

    3.9(1.7k reviews)
    1.8 mi•Murray Hill, Midtown East
    •$$$

    I'm back in NYC on a business trip. Business is business, but my mission today was to satisfy my…read moreJewish deli craving. I live in California, so my pangs were deep for, a real pastrami Rueben. I had choices. But it had to be Sarge's today. It did not disappoint! The pickles were crisp, cold, refreshing, one tart, the other neutral. The cole slaw was simple cabbage & carrots with a slightly sweet dressing. The potato salad was also simple, with a quality creamy mayo. Perfect texture & delicious. A good Rueben is special. This one absolutely was. Tender, succulent, slightly spiced pastrami. Right amount of Swiss & kraut. The Russian dressing was wonderful. Some nice mustard here & there. Every bite was savored. Just me. I dined alone, which was my plot all along. I gladly paid $52.85 on a 20% tip. Clean & straight forward service. No bougie pretentiousness. Pride in craft. I wish this was available in California. This kind of meal is a renewable pleasure. In my top 3 of Jewish style deli/diner food. I'll be back whenever I get the chance.

    We had one goal this night: a really good pastrami sandwich. After doing some research, we decided…read moreto give Sarge's a try, and it was exactly what we were looking for! We both ordered the Hudson with pastrami and corned beef. The rye bread was SO good, the meat was thinly sliced, the sauerkraut was on point, and the melted Swiss with that little bit of golden toasting made the whole thing even better. It came with French dressing, which was good, but adding some of the mustard from the table really took it up a notch. Service was excellent, and it wasn't overly crowded, ambiance was an old Eastern Europe style deli, which made for a surprisingly relaxed and enjoyable dinner. Pastrami mission accomplished!

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    Dining area

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    Super thick slice and really big

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