Food: Amazing. I got the Almond Croissant, and it was very filling and perfectly sweet. Service: Amazing. All the staff were nice and helpful. Ambiance: Very relaxed and calming, especially in the morning. read more

Such a cute spot. Really charming decor, the almond croissant is a DESSERT. The latte was great. The barista was helpful, charming, and very knowledgable about the menu. Great music choices. read more

Café Joyeux - Almond croissant Caramel latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

The story behind this coffee shop is amazing and that they have a place where neurodivergent people can feel welcomed and be in the work force and get these important life skills are wonderful. The coffee shop itself is welcoming with the bright yellow walls and all. They have indoor and outdoor seating. They also have a retail area where you can purchase hats, mugs, shirts and even Nespresso pods with this coffee company. I did not have any food here but all of the food I did see come out looked and smelled really good. I just wanted to try their iced latte. When you order you get a bright colored cute like lego piece to let them know whose order goes to which customer. Great idea! Anyways, I was in back of a person who had ordered like four drinks and four different food items and it took a while for me to order. I was probably on line for about 10 min then had ti wait like another 10 min just for one coffee drink. So, it may have been a mixture of things as to why it took soo long for me to get my coffee. I would not come here if I am in a rush though. I am glad I came to check it out for myself and support this community. read more

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I absolutely love this business model, what a enjoyable and easy way to support such a noble cause. Aside from that, it's an excellent cafe with such uplifting atmosphere, impeccably clean, great service and nice selection. I tried their gazpacho and coffee - both I recommend and I can't wait to go back! read more

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Excellent coffee, friendly service, and a bright, welcoming atmosphere. Flat White was perfectly prepared. read more

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I went to this café in the morning and bought myself an almond croissant and a cappuccino. Honestly, the almond croissant was not the best croissant I've ever had before and the cappuccino was OK. The service was okay too. The ambience was great for a casual coffee shop. I like the color and the merchandise that you can purchase. I liked the natural light that came in and the solo seating available for working or reading a book. They have ample indoor seating available. I had my cappuccino and my almond croissant quickly before my doctor appointment. 10/10 coffee shop recommendation. read more

Café Joyeux - Interior view of the business - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

A cozy, welcoming haven for brunch with family and friends. On a snowy Sunday morning, we gathered here, lingering over hearty dishes while enjoying the warm, comforting vibe & friendly smiles. Try it! read more

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A rainy and cold day in Manhattan was not match for the brightness and warmth found inside Cafe Joyeux. Cute and unassuming from the outside this little spot is worth a visit. The cafe provides employment opportunities to folks with developmental challenges. The employees we encountered were friendly, professional and doing a stellar job. The cafe wears its French genetics in the menu and style. Offering delicious pastries, quiches, salads and barista coffees of all sorts. We sat and our coffee and food arrived promptly. The quiche was the stand out! Perhaps the best piece of quiche I've ever eaten. Bacon and cheese were the featured items and they shined. Delicious crust and firm egg filling rounded out the dish. The top of the quiche was nicely browned lending itself to extra crispy cheesy goodness. The quiche arrives with a simple mix of greens and a balsamic dressing. The place is typical size for a NYC cafe. Very clean, bright and welcoming. I wish we had one in Mpls/StPl. read more

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Delicious! Abundant! And LOVE this operation. Great meal deals! Sorry I didn't get a pic of my food, but it was delicious. I went with the smoked salmon bun with side salad, a drink, and a pan au chocolate for 20 bucks!!! Great deal in NYC! read more

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A cute cafe with an admirable mission. A partner suggested we have our meeting here since the original cafe we chose had no available seating. We were able to have our meeting which lasted an hour or so. Since I had another call I needed to sit in on I moved to another table ordered another coffee and a slice of cake and worked from there for an hour or so. If I was great to host a meeting Nd get in a few hours of work. read more

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I really like this café. Delicious matcha and pastries, but what really stood out to me was friendliness of their staff. Super nice people who clearly care about their guests. Come for food, stay for good conversations. Highly recommend. read more

I enjoyed a fabulous sandwich and salad and coffee! Freshly prepared and attractively brought to my table. My waiter was very pleasant and efficient. The cafe is big, bright, spotless and beautiful. I highly recommend this cafe to everyone and I love that they hire and train only people with disabilities! read more

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I had an amazing meal here. The cappuccino made by Nick quality. Italian American approved. The lemonade is housemade. Its perfect. Not too sweet. Thanks Jordan. The chocolate chip cookie was top tier. Worth it. Great suggestion Diana. The food is cooked by the lovely Chef Ariel. Top tier staff. The chicken sandwich Joyeux was fantastic. Good cheese. The bacon egg and cheese quiche was out of this world. Will be back. The customer service here is the best. read more

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Walked into cafe joyeux on a random busy Wednesday morning just looking to get a quick bite on my way to work. The yellow colors were quite inviting from outside so I walked in and since I didn't want to do any of the regular chains I decided why not. Very bright and clean establishment with very warm staff. Then I noticed the sign on the back wall that noted that they promote inclusion of folks with intellectual and developmental disabilities thru training and employment. My almond croissant was really good and I had a very pleasant experience while there. They also have these really cool Lego block system to help identify what orders match to the customers. read more

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I stopped in before work to grab a coffee and a yoghurt parfait, and was pleasantly surprised in my typical morning midtown rush, to have a lovely conversation with the man behind the counter. It was a nice reminder that in the hustle and bustle of the city, we all need to stop and take in the everyday moments. The cafe employs neuro divergent people. While service might not be the fastest, it honestly was a great way to start the day. The bright yellow walls also uplift the mood. Coffee was also good! read more

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Excellent coffee and even better service. It's also such a fun vibe. I live right by, can't believe I slept on this place. Strongly recommend - Also this is a good cause cafe, so I've switched this to my default coffee shop read more

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Cafe Joyeux Lexington was recommended to me two times by my Coach Gary. It's not far at all from my doctor's office. Today I made a special trip to buy something to take home for breakfast. I quickly learned the drill to order. I ended up with a Chocolate Chip Cookie. I was surprised at the great price because I saw a sign that said Chocolate Chip Cookies $5. I paid $3.81 with tax. The employees behind the counter were very friendly and service was swift. They have bags of coffee for sale and other fundraising merchandise. The cafe promotes inclusion. I have a cousin that is Downs Syndrome so I was happy to see how busy this cafe can get. They have employees bringing the customers orders to their table. The only empty seats I found were at the window. I wasn't staying anyway. I was told they will have outdoor seating soon. I'm looking forward to eating my Chocolate Chip Cookie. I'll definitely post photos! I'm recommending you visit Cafe Joyeux Lexington, but get there early if you want a table seat! read more

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Cute little spot with tons of seating and good coffee. Able to get a coffee right away although and employees very friendly- recommended

We walked over seven blocks to get to this coffee place because the reviews were so high. And now that I visited I understand why, but I'm not sure they were totally honest. The key aspect of this place is their mission to include people with Down Syndrome or perhaps other disabilities, which is incredible and a wonderful thought. It's nice that they care, and built a business around it. However the proof is in the pudding, and that pudding is food and coffee, both of which were not great. It took 10 minutes to get coffee which was ultimately cold, plus the order was wrong because one of the ordered beverages was missing. I think the idea of the business is a good one, but they need to execute much better. read more

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Such a cute cafe! Convenient location, right out of the 51st street E/6 subway; decent to-be-expected pricing for coffee in midtown ($5-$7); and a welcoming, relaxed and relatively quiet ambiance, great for networking, catch-ups, or some alone time. I ordered a chai latte for myself and a yogurt parfait for a friend. Service-wise, there were some hiccups here and there ie, the staff forgot my order, and the bathroom had no toilet seat. Still, I sincerely appreciated how responsive the staff were to my feedback on both counts. When asked about my latte (about 20-minutes after ordering), the staff very quickly owned up to forgetting and made my order. Similarly, when asked about the missing toilet seat, the staff apologized and said they were aware but unable to fix it. Food-wise, the chai latte was great: sweet and as expected. My friend also enjoyed her parfait, which looked like a dessert! Lastly, ambiance-wise, the cafe has a very relaxed decor and is great for casual activities, like coffee meetings, Zoom meetings, friendly catch ups, or a nice place to read or be alone. Overall, this was my first time at Cafe Joyeux, and what a joy it was! I would definitely recommend and plan on returning! read more

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Such an underrated wfh friendly cafe! Staff is SO friendly, space is so big, clean, and beautiful. They also sell food here so you can really grind here for a long time. Highly recommend!! read more

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5/5 in concept and supporting inclusive hiring of those with developmental disabilities! Love this business and concept so much for that. When coming here, you need to keep all of that in mind, and be kind and forgiving with the experience. The baked goods were solid when originally made, but my ham and cheese croissant was served freezing cold. My hot latte was also served very cold, half spilled into the saucer below it. I couldn't drink the latte as it was, but I didn't have time to ask for it to be heated up.... so I ended up just putting my plates aside and leaving. I still want to support this business, as the staff was so nice and I so want to support them. If you temper your expectations, all should be well... read more

A joy and magical new spot that employs young people with disabilities. It's so cute and they have delectable everything plus soups and salads. Want to do a deep dive here and excited to pop by for a visit. Soups are $7 with a baguette quite a bargain for the neighborhood. read more

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Great food and great service. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. We loved the quiches, broccoli soup, and lattes.

This place sucks! Coffee not very good, pastries ate generic, atmosphere forgettable and cheap and the employees look stressed out and are unfriendly. I Would definitely avoid this place if you're looking for a cool place to have coffee!! read more

I walked past this café, countless times and decided to stop in one day with my sister. It was a gloomy day and we decided to bring our books read eat a pastry and relax on a Sunday morning. This business is incredible! I love that their mission is to provide opportunities to those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I used to work as a caretaker for someone with developmental disabilities and it would've been his dream to work here if he lived near a cafe like this. I would love to see this café expand locations throughout New York and in neighboring states. The service is amazing and the ambience makes me feel very joyful and happy! read more

Run, don't walk here. The food is delicious and the prices very reasonable- but the service and the purpose of the place should bring you here alone. Came for breakfast to find a bright welcoming cafe with a small but lovely selection. The egg and cheese bun is huge and delicious- and truly the best bargain in the city $7.00! Two normal eaters could easily share it! Go! read more

My experience was excellent! Breakfast was quickly served and was delicious! I loved cafe Joyeux mission and concept. Service was very good, our server Ethan was great and gave us useful recommendations. Coffee was fresh! I also loved ambiance. Definitely recommend! read more

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I came across this place for the very first time and intrigued by the name, I went inside to get a coffee. I automatically knew that this place had unique workers. The place had such energy and the color ambiance were on point. I have yet to try the food and pastries which means I will be going back. It is amazing that we have such a place that can employ people with developmental and intellectual disabilities and give them a chance to be a part of the community. read more

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This place has my heart. It's a warm little gem in a cold city. The food is stellar, they have Arnold Palmers (which not every place does), and the staff are so kind. Shout out to Ariel, who really made my experience special. The mission here is a beautiful thing and it's a joy to be a part of. Thank you, Cafe Joyeaux, for making my NYC breakfasts so wonderful. read more

The employees at this place are a disaster. The person I tried to order from didn't know what herbal tea was. How does someone work at a cafe and not know that? The manager explained it to him. Then she said they had no herbal teas on the floor, but she would look in the supply room. Nope, no herbal teas. How does a cafe not have herbal teas? So I order lemonade. The first employee does not know how to separate glasses from a stack. Manager helps him. He then spills ice all over the table, and proceeds to spend a full two minutes pushing the cubes together into a heap and then sweeps them - off of the table - into the glass. This place just sucks. Avoid. read more

#1 Thank you to Katie for being SO sweet. As someone with issues myself, I appreciate the employees & what a wonderful job they're doing. I ordered a veggie breakfast sandwich. At first I was told they didn't have it. OK so I asked for something else but a different employee came out & told me , 'We do have it, I lied!' We joked a bit. I was asked what size lemonade large or small followed by 'We only have one size.' So I said, 'Ok that one!' My sandwich was delicious. The place is cheery! We should all learn kindness & patience & not be in such a hurry that we miss what is amazing all around us, like this joyful place & the employees who want you to like the food & want to make you happy. A lesson to the universe. read more

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Spotted this cafe as I was exploring Lexington during a lunch break. Went in to see what they offered and was greeted by lovely staff. I was pressed for time but wanted to order a treat so I got a brownie. ($5). Definitely will come back to try the coffee! read more

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Omg this location is amazing it was clean and colorful and yes it's because I 1,000% support my community of those with disabilities! I've worked with youth with disability for over 20 years and this just melted my heart. I love to see individuals giving them a chance of life outside of their disability, not defining them nor belittling them because of something they were born with. Allowing them to strive, gain confidence, develop, etc, it's amazing. I can't wait to come back! The service was amazing of course! They want to make sure they get everything right, so they ask all the correct questions, they are funny, full of life, always smiling and just makes you feel good! The workers are so patient with everyone and I truly appreciate that! Thank you all for your hard work and dedication read more

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Yummy. Loved everything about this place. The staff and the food is delicious ! The egg bacon and cheddar sandwich on a brioche bun was so good. read more

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Love the mission of this cafe! They have good coffee and the staff is great. My friend really loved her breakfast bun, so I need to try that next time. I appreciated the ample outdoor seating, which is needed by many people with disabilities still taking the pandemic seriously. The cafe and restroom were wheelchair accessible. I just wish the point of sale was a little closer to the edge of the counter because it was a bit difficult to reach as a wheelchair user and I had to have one of the people I was with tap and sign for me. read more

Oh my what a loving and vibrant spot to get yummy treats and coffee for a great price! Had no idea the backstory and was surprised in a lovely way w the amazing service and cheerful environment!! read more

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Beautiful display of pastries to choose from which is very difficult because there are so many amazing options. Coffee was a Carmel macchiato that was tasty but not too sweet! read more

Keep in mind that the person who's taking your order is not a Starbucks-type barista. Speak clearly and perhaps a bit slower than our usual NYC rapid-fire pace. Be calm, patient, and smile. I met 3 friends here one morning and I believe all of us will be back at some point! The coffee (1 latte, 1 or 2 cappuccino, and 1 regular coffee with a little too much milk even though she asked for just a very little bit) was good. The croissants were very good. You order at the counter and they give you not a number, but a colorful Lego on a stick, so they can bring your order to the right table. The autistic child in my family happens to love Legos, so I particularly loved that touch; I guess he's not the only Lego-loving kid, lol. Go, take a load off, enjoy a break, whatever. It's an easy way to support inclusion for people whose options might be limited due to no fault of their own, and the people we interacted with seemed genuinely happy to be learning and serving. read more

Food was fantastic and the staff was wonderful! Will definitely recommend this restaurant to others.