Caffe Palermo

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Located in Little Italy in Chinatown, NYC, this place was an accidental find...we were looking for desserts and wanted something Italian. We saw their sign that theirs cannolis were award winning and decided to try it. It was an early June evening when NYC was starting to open back up to indoor dining so there was no wait. We were seated right away and ordered cannolis. Very delicious and prices weren't bad. There was a very extensive menu and the dessert cases was very full with good variety. Service was great and we will go back next time we're back in NYC. read more

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Rojina M.

3 years ago

I can eat them cheesecake foreverrrrr. My fav stop whenever im in newyork. Dont care about their canoli though which they are famous for read more

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Mickey C.

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Home made Tiramisu: Probably one of the best tiramisu I've had. Mango Ripieno: Sorbet in a fruit shell. It's very refreshing after dinner. read more

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Celia B.

3 years ago

I went with my cousin and boyfriend who were visiting with me for the day since everyone loves cannoli. We opted for table service since it was 90 degrees and we wanted to get out of the heat for a few minutes. There was plenty of seating inside but it fills up quickly. We ordered a large pistachio cannoli, a slice of tiramisu and a small classic cannoli. All three were delicious, but if we go back we will only grab-and-go. While we were served quickly, we sat for nearly 40 minutes waiting on the check. Our waitress was running in and out of the front door and forgot about our table completely. Every other table was well taken care of and in and out quickly. When my boyfriend finally chased her down, she didn't even know what table we were at and got frustrated with him. We understand that it was busy, but every other table with a different waitress was fine. We had a train to catch and had ample time to sit, until we were forgotten which forced us to rush. While the cannoli and desserts are good, I would never opt to dine in again. read more

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Jenny K.

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I randomly came across this place and ended up being great! I am not a fan of cannoli at all and their cannoli was good. I had it with the house coffee which was amazing, I ended up buying the beans at a later time because coffee was SO good. I will be back in future to try the other items. read more

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John K.

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Not too much to say. A decent and somewhat well known bakery in the heart of NYC's Little Italy. This is the place to make a stop if you're looking for a cannoli in Little Italy. They have a lot of other baked goods also to choose from. You can do table service or grab some desserts to go from the counter. Both cannoli and cheesecake were decent. No complaints. Would stop in again to get my cannoli fix. read more

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Sunday P.

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What is there Not to Love about Cafe Palermo? Besides that it is a mom & Pop Business and unfortunately that is a dying breed So, Always support family businesses! The owner baby John has owned this café for well over 35 years and his quality cannolis and pastries are still as wonderful as they've always been. Cafe Palermo is in the heart of Little Italy and Baby John has been born and raised in this neighborhood. He is The cannoli king and the mayor of Little Italy. John treats his customers like friends. So, If you're visiting New York you have to see Little Italy and when you go to Little Italy you must have your dessert at Cafe Palermo. read more

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Thank you Sunday for the glowing review! We appreciate all of your…

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Chris M.

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They should really work on their customer service. The cannoli's are definitely not worth making a special trip out to little Italy unless you're a diehard cannoli fan. It was just kinda meh. But the 1 star is mostly for the rude service. Learn to treat your paying customers better. read more

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Halle P.

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Dessert was amazing. Got jelly logs and some other type of cookie. The waiter recommended getting the smaller ones because they're cheaper (larger ones are more expensive bc they weigh more). However, we were told we weren't allowed to sit inside. It was 105 degrees out. A little rude considering we bought ice cream and cookies from them. read more

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Stephanie B.

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Everything in here looks delicious! I arrived with 14s who are very happy to choose from cannoli pastry gelato and more. But I was quite happy to order a double espresso with Frangelica to go! It was so delicious and exactly what I needed after walking around the city with four teenagers all day. If you're in Soho or Chinatown, definitely make way to this place in Little Italy. Pronto! read more

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Kat M.

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4 years ago

I stopped in for lunch and dessert while visiting Little Italy. I was immediately greeted by a friendly waitress and seated. At first glance at the menu I was disheartened because the lunch offering was limited. I did see the dessert menu was expansive, which matched the desserts I saw in the cases at the counter. I realized I had not walked into the restaurant I originally researched, but decided to stay anyway and try it out. I ended up ordering an Italian panini and it did not disappoint! Since this place obviously is more of a dessert place, I had to indulge, right? So, I had a tiramisu with American coffee (it was freezing outside and I needed the hot beverage to carry with me when I left). This was one of the best, if not the best, tiramisus I've ever eaten!! It was incredibly creamy, yet light, and the lady fingers were perfectly soaked and tasted of the right blend of espresso with the cream. Delicious!! read more

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Teresa L.

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Was on a hunt for yummy cannoli in the city these days. Although the signs says "cannoli king", it has way more desserts selection that just cannoli. How could I pass by this one without checking it out? Pretty spacious cafe in the heart of Little Italy. Decided to get a chocolate one and an original one. Both were decent although I'm more of a chocolate lover. I also got a pistachio biscotti and chocolate chip biscotti. Very crunchy and flavorful. Would like to check out other items next time and enjoy the treats at the bakery. read more

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Sam P.

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My kids love Cannoli's and we managed to dissuade them from joining the masses of tourists in Buddy Vs - which we have back home anyways - and into Little Italy as we continued our exploration of NYC and happened to stumble across this place. We originally just intended to grab a Cannoli and Lobster tail and go on our way but I was seriously hankering after an Expresso so we grabbed a seat - enjoyed a great dose of caffeine and a delicious slice of NY Cheesecake ! The service was so nice, the lady was like an old family friend and was super sweet, we had our desserts within minutes and they were rich enough to serve as our lunch! All three items were delicious and fresh, Expresso was perfect and the price was more than reasonable. Glad we stopped by read more

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John D.

So glad that you made it to Little Italy & visited us! Thank you for…

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Kara B.

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Adorable little caffé in the heart of little Italy. Every time I come to NYC, I must make a trip to Little Italy for these kind of places. You can tell this place has been here forever... in a good way. I ordered a cannoli with a spiked hot chocolate and it was really the perfect pair. My friend ordered strawberry cheesecake and it was delicious as well! The Cannoli King offers so many desserts, there is something for everyone! I would recommend Caffé Polermo for both locals and tourists! read more

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Gokul D.

3 years ago

I came in late at night, but I got a variety of cannolis to-go. The cannolis were very well made. The ricotta filling wasn't overly sweet either! I would definitely go back to grab a quick dessert. read more

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Obando E.

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5 years ago

This review was due for a while now. I visited this spot in Little Italy when I took a trip to New York and at first, I was wondering why my guide chose this particular spot despite the abundance of other Italian bakery/restaurants that resided in the crowded crevice between buildings that also housed its residents. The store was unique among the others simply because of the HUGE cannoli statue that resided inside and outside the shop. One of which, I do have a selfie of but I cropped my embarrassing face out of. This statue in the shop however isn't just decoration. Out of instinct, I figured this place was well known for their cannolis, I ordered two different cannolis; chocolate and pistachio. Along with a chocolate bomb. The cannolis actually tasted very fresh, airy and true to the flavor. While I have had better in some places, I can't deny that this place landed the spot on what a true cannoli tastes like. The chocolate bomb especially had a welcoming wafer crunch with the fudge filling that really soothed my day. This was all after a huge pizza and oyster dinner across the street especially! So my taste buds definitely still felt the taste. Especially my wallet, considering three of these desserts still came well below $10. For tourists or locals alike, this is a well favorited place! Stop by! read more

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Yolanda R.

3 years ago

Amazing cannolis and great service! I had lunch across the way at Pasta Boss, same owner, who introduced himself and gave me a discount for the cannoli. MUST come here!! You will not be disappointed! read more

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Jessica T.

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The latte was absolutely wonderful! We loved the cheesecake. We loved the ambiance. Great service! read more

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Melissa W.

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Omg let's see where do I begin with my review of this place let's see the tiramisu was the best by far that I've ever had and trust me I've had plenty of tiramisu but this place in little Italy takes the cake literally I mean the cake was soaked in just the right amount of coffee I mean everything about this dessert was on point even the cannoli that was made fresh as well .The customer service was on point the man behind the counter was very friendly the establishment was also clean which is always a plus for me because who wants to eat from a dirty environment so if you're ever in little Italy and you want some good authentic Italian desserts than this is place to come you won't leave disappointed I promise you. read more

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Christian P.

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My coworker recommended this spot to me since I told him I love cannoli. When I walked in here, the display of all the beautiful desserts just blown me away. Of course I had to get the cannoli and the peanut butter pie looked very interesting. I thought the peanut butter pie was okay, not bad, reminds me of the Hershey's pie from Burger King. The cannoli, they were were okay also, but I felt like they weren't as flavorful as I expected. I did not taste the Pistachio in the pistachio one, it tasted like regular cannoli, but green in color. I thought it was cool that they make them in big and mini that way if you just want a dab you can get a mini read more

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Marina M.

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The desserts were delicious!! The cheese cake melts in your mouth. The chocolate is to die for. The cannolis were so sweet and the perfect size!! The people were wonderful and I will be going again! read more

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John M.

3 years ago

When a place calls themselves the King of something it is worth giving them a try. My wife and I stopped there after dinner to get some desserts to go back to our hotel. We grabbed some cannolis, (for me) and a slice of New York-style cheesecake (for my wife). The cannoli was an amazing crisp shell and flavorful filling. However, it is the cheesecake that gets the 5-star rating. I am a devout cheesecake hater, never found one that I could eat or enjoy. This cheesecake changed all of that. It was delicious, rich, creamy, and the right amount of tartness. It may change my mind about cheesecake...only if it is theirs. read more

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Amar G.

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Want the world's best cannolis? Then visit Baby Join at Cafe Palermo in Little Italy and you will be in Italian desert HEAVEN. Even if cannolis aren't your thing, they have tiramisu and tons of other things to eat. If you're lucky, the owner (Baby John) will be there and he will make you feel like you're visiting family. He made us (and everyone inside) feel like we'd known him our entire lives and added more feel good New York happy vibes. Great place to visit whether you're visiting NY for the first time or lived down the block your whole life! read more

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Patricia G.

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What a great dessert spot! Had dinner in little Italy and came across this cafe, open late every night! The profiteroles were amazing, coated in chocolate. Cannolis were great and lobster tails were delicious as well! This is my new go to for desserts since I'm always in NYC late and dessert places usually close by 9pm. read more

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Leah N.

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Awesome place for tiramisu. Super delicious and melt in your mouth cake. There are lots of other desserts here too

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Tanzie R.

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I'm basing this review on the chocolate cannoli and rainbow cookie I was almost forced to try because of the huge sign outside that says 'CANNOLI KING.' Inside it looks like your standard bakery. Nothing special. I went on a weekday and the options seemed a little sparse. Could be because foot traffic is low these days due to the pandemic. I went with a mini cannoli with the chocolate shell. It just tasted a little off to me, almost like it was stale. I think the shell was too hard and not flaky and the filling a little too thick. And a little too much powdered sugar on top. I had to scape some off before I ate it. I also got a rainbow cookie which I enjoyed more. The berry filling tasted home made and the cake was very moist. I just wish the café lived up to its sign. read more

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April B.

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4 years ago

Holy Cannoli! What an amazing array of selections and flavors! Dessert and coffee kingdom right here. I absolutely loved each and everything we ordered and it was a lot. I even bought a large box back for my daughter to have at her place. Definitely will be back for more! read more

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Jennifer C.

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We venture into the City a few times a year and this is always our dessert stop. Best cannoli of course, fabulous selection of specialty coffees and lots of other delicious sweets. We've seen the same waitress just about every time and the other night she was kind enough to take our picture in the fun gazebo while we celebrated our son's birthday. If you're in the area be sure to pay them a visit! read more

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JT T.

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5 years ago

made it back to Caffe Palermo To see Chef John "King of the Cannoli. Little Italy On the famous 148 Mulberry St, New York, NY 10013. We had great deserts and coffee and conversation with Chef John. Great Staff and Chef John shared with me and my family a wonderful Italian Easter cake which was great! God Bless New York and the wonderful businesses the men and women who have endured great hit on their family ran businesses. Puit all politics aside I pray that All New York will recover. Many families businesses did not. I was very happy to see cafe~ Palermo made it. read more

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John D.

Loved meeting you Joe! Come again and be sure to say hello!

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Nora M.

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Horrible service! She was extremely rude! She was so caught up on being rude and saying no that she wouldn't even take my order till after I repeated it the 3rd time. Then after all of that, I finally got my one cannoli based on their advertisement that it was the best, it was ok, woody nasty after taste, it was too heavy and sweet, it tasted like the bad local cannoli I have back at home at Florida. Ferrera I think it was called? It was around the corner from this place and it tasted 100 times better!! A 100 times! Let alone, better and reasonable customer service. I recommend ferrera for the cannoli lovers out there over this place. Ferrera has the best cannoli I've ever tried in my life! This place has nothing going for it and the waitress would wanna ruin ur stay while ur there if u decided to stay Good luck! read more

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Amber S.

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Decent place if you're in the area and want something sweet or even a hot coco. After having dinner, my party of six and I decided to walk over to Caffe Palermo not only to warm up, but to have a bit of dessert too. I ordered a hot coco with apple pie. The coco was great..not too thick and not too watery, but the pie was too cold and lacked a lot of flavor. Around the table, there was creme brulee, tea, coffee, cookies, etc. and I heard no complaints. Cute little place in the middle of Little Italy. read more

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John D.

Amber, thank you for sharing your honest feedback with us. We take…

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Jeremiah B.

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I come here for for a cannoli when I visit NYC. They never disappoint. The staff is very friendly and the coffee is great. read more

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Natasha S.

2 years ago

Love the cannolis, black & white cookies, and cheesecake! Service is quick and friendly.

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Bekah S.

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Cannoli was nothing amazing, it was decent but kind of dry and lackluster. However the service was snobby as could be. It was such a disappointment. There were a lot of other restaurants in Little Italy offering cannolis. Save yourself the disappointment and try one somewhere else! read more

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John D.

HI Bekah - thank you for stopping in to Caffè Palermo. We work hard…

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Isabel D.

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4 years ago

I have been coming to New York for a few years, and every time I do, I make sure to stop by here to get myself some amazing cannolis, biscottis, and other fantastic baked goods. Since COVID, I was worried that they would be closed, but everyone was masked up, and it was busier than I'd ever seen it before. To know that this business is thriving under the world's current conditions makes me feel like they'll be around for a long time. But if you're close by or in town, I recommend you stop by and get yourself some delicious treat. read more

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Known for their cannolis and gelato, Caffe Palermo is a dessert place in Little Italy NYC that has a classic old-timers atmosphere where you can find a diversity of patrons. Last time I went, I ordered a classic tiramisu and a peach sorbet. The classic tiramisu was as good as any tiramisu you would expect. It had its fair share of creaminess and fluff through its lady fingers and mascarpone. However, it was the peach sorbet was what caught my taste buds and inclined me. The sorbet was served inside a peach, which I have never had before. What was amazing about this treat was that the sorbet was not overly sweet nor was it bland. It literally tasted like a frozen peach that you can shave off with a small scoop! I was so pleasantly surprised by how good this sorbet was that I am interested to try their other sorbets contained in fruit! read more

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John D.

What a beautiful review Andre! Thank you so much for sharing your…

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Lauren D.

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Every time I visit NYC I visit the cannolli king. Caffe Palermo is perfectly located in Little Italy. They serve pastries, cheesecakses, coffees and more. Pictured is the new York style cheesecake and the mini cannolli. read more

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Cannolis were very good but a little pricey. Definitely a must try. Would recommend if you're in the area but be prepared to spend about $18 for 2 cannolis. read more

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Mahsa N.

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I really do like cafes that are open till late, we don't have many of them in the city. The selection is wide, so you can go with your pick on dessert options. Their house coffee is on point, and so is their lemon cake! The cookies are a hit or a miss, though the sesame covered one is spot on! read more

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148 Mulberry St
New York, NY 10013
Little Italy
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(212) 431-4205
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Hours

What time does Caffe Palermo open?

Caffe Palermo opens at 10:30 AM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Caffe Palermo opens at 12:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

What time does Caffe Palermo close?

Caffe Palermo closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Caffe Palermo is closed on Tuesday.Caffe Palermo closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Friday and Saturday.

Mon, Wed-Thu, Sun 10:30 AM - 10:00 PMTue ClosedFri-Sat 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does Caffe Palermo take credit cards?

Yes, Caffe Palermo takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Caffe Palermo have catering options?

Yes, Caffe Palermo does have catering options.

Does Caffe Palermo have a happy hour?

No, Caffe Palermo does not have a happy hour.

Does Caffe Palermo serve alcohol?

Yes, Caffe Palermo serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Caffe Palermo allow dogs?

Yes, Caffe Palermo allows dogs.

Does Caffe Palermo have TVs?

No, Caffe Palermo does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Caffe Palermo have bike parking?

No, Caffe Palermo does not have bike parking.

Does Caffe Palermo have outdoor seating?

Yes, Caffe Palermo has outdoor seating options.

Does Caffe Palermo have parking?

Yes, Caffe Palermo has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Caffe Palermo wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Caffe Palermo is wheelchair accessible.

Does Caffe Palermo have free WiFi?

No, Caffe Palermo does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

Caffé Palermo's Original Classic Homemade Cannoli There's a reason why we were voted as NYC's best cannoli and known as the "Cannoli King" of Little Italy. This is a classic and the best. You have to try them to believe the incredible fresh taste. They can't be missed. Caffé Palermo is world famous for its cannoli, but also for other Italian cake and pastry specialties. Caffé Palermo also serves up a wide selection of specialty hot, iced & blended teas, gourmet coffee, cocktails, white and red wine, along with craft and domestic beer. Indoor and outdoor seating. Family friendly. Local delivery / catering + nationwide shipping available. Frutti di Bosco Cake Fragrant short pastry filled with Chantilly cream, decorated with a rich assortment of the finest blueberries, blackberries, red currants, raspberries, and strawberries. Cappuccino Cake Three layers of espresso drenched chocolate sponge cake, coffee cream filling, decorated with cocoa powder stripes. Caffé Palermo's Original Homemade Tiramisu Famous original recipe! Three layers of sponge cake soaked with coffee and liqueur, filled with zabaglione cream, dusted with cocoa powder. Italian Cookie Assortment and Gelato Our case is loaded - loaded with the freshest Italian cookie favorites and we carry a wide variety of gelato. We have something for everyone and of all ages to enjoy.

History

Established in 1973.

Known as the Cannoli King of Little Italy, Caffe Palermo opened its doors in the Spring of 1973. A must-stop location with any Little Italy visit, Caffe Palermo is world famous for its cannolies, but also for its other italian cake and pastry specialties. During the Annual Feast of San Gennaro, which occurs each September, Caffe Palermo sponsors its extremely popular Cannoli Eating Contest. Here's an example from one year's contest: Ed "Cookie" Jarvis, a 267-pound competitive eater from Nesconsit, Long Island, NY, consumed 21 full-sized cannoli at the Annual Feast of San Gennaro Cannoli Eating Contest, sponsored by Caffe Palermo, in the heart of Little Italy, New York. Through his feat, Jarvis became The World Champion Cannoli Eater, and received the Championship Belt in recognition of his herculean efforts.

Meet the Business Owner: John D.

Baby John, the Cannoli King®, keeps up his reputation and the authenticity for his delightful creations, working on the desserts individually himself, since the spring of 1973. Our specialty cannoli and other delicious treats can be delivered with mail order as well as online service, or you can stop by for a visit and enjoy the atmosphere where you can order a round of espressos and Palermo's famous cannoli. Many celebrities have visited Caffe Palermo such as Danny DeVito, Clint Eastwood, Henry Winkler, Quincy Jones, ICE T, Ray Romano and Katie Holmes, to name a few.

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2.4 mi•Midtown West

Their chocolate chip cookie is AMAZING! I came here twice in a week just for it. Gonna try the corn…read moreone next time I'm in town. Their coffee is also so good. I love their maple latte.

Stopped by Culture Espresso to grab some of their famous cookies and they were great! There was a…read moreshort line when we got there, but we waited less than ten minutes to order so it went quickly. The cookie I was most excited for was the corn cookie and the chocolate chip also looked really good. Unfortunately, I was a bit disappointed by the black & white cookie because for some reason I thought it was a chocolate cookie with white chocolate chips, but it was actually just a regular cookie with black and white chips lol. The cookies themselves were really solid though. Nice light crisp around the edges with a chewy center without being overly gooey or underbaked. Definitely on the thicker side too, which I liked. Next time I'll have to try one of their espresso drinks!

2.5 mi•Midtown West, Hell's Kitchen

Oatmeal cranberry cookie

Black & White

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Chocolate Chip Cookie (~$5)

Angelina Bakery

4.3(958 reviews)

My friends and I randomly stumbled upon this bakery while looking for a sweet treat, and we were so…read morepleasantly surprised! The espresso was delicious and made with love. They had the viral fruit pastries we've been seeing everywhere, and they were just as good as they look, fresh and just the right amount of sweetness. The bakery itself is so cute. It has the coziest, charming vibe with beautiful displays and such a welcoming atmosphere. You can tell a lot of love goes into the space. And the woman who helped my friends was sooo sweet and kind, which made the experience even better. Great treats and great service! we'll definitely be back!

I've always wanted to try this donut every time I walked by, but is it worth $6.50?…read more Well I gave it a try today, the answer was easy! Unfortunately, the answer is NO, not worth the $6.50, maybe worth half the price. The chocolate flavor is barely there, almost nonexistent. In other words, the glaze was only for show. There is too much dough, and the glaze was paper thin, seriously!!

Mango Gelato. Very tasty!

Strawberry Rolly Croissant

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Nutella Rolly Croissant

Lafayette Coffee Shop

4.3(3 reviews)

0.2 mi•SoHo

The cafe was gorgeous, we managed to get there in time for one of the drops and ordered all three…read moreflavors of croissants. They did not disappoint. We were lucky enough to find a table to stand around and was big enough for our group of six. The other desserts were also so pretty to look at unfortunately we could t order them all since we had other places to try

Get there quick if you want the viral stuffed croissant. The only one they had left was the banana…read morefilled one and it was sub par. It was a very cute vibe though!! Pro tip: cut the croissant first then rip it in half if you want a cute video

Chocolate , raspberry and cream, pistachio

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Valentine croissant with my valentine.

Paquita

4.4(70 reviews)

1.1 mi•West Village

Such a cozy and unique tea experience in the west village! They offer dine-in afternoon tea and you…read morecan also get a freshly brewed cup to-go. There is a wide and interesting selection of blends to choose from and the vintage displays are such a charming touch! Staff is super friendly and knowledgeable about the different flavor profiles as well. I highly recommend the Scarlet and Peach Fruit teas but you can't go wrong with any of their options! Definitely will be revisiting Paquita the next time I'm in NYC.

My friend recommended this spot to me, and I did not know that New York had a place like this!…read moreLocated in the west side, this shop offers a wide selection of unique teas and some small bites. The interior itself is antique, quaint, and there's minimal (but some!) seating for you to enjoy your tea at. One of my favorite parts of this shop is that their tea menu is all around the shop, right on their walls. So, you walk around the shop, look at the different teas (organized by type, caffinated/non-caffinated), smell them, and read the labels. I had a lot of fun doing this! Their prices are good and their teas are amazing. Definitely a cool experience!

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Tea house

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Molly Tea

4.2(129 reviews)

5.8 mi•Borough Park

Women-owned & operated

Pet friendly

I was stopped by the decoration of its pinky and modern design. The tea scent full of the waiting…read morearea. There are so many eastern cultures creative products for sale. Sachet and scented candle smell so good. The milk tea itself was definitely worth a try. But there is always wait line due to its quality and good service.

I've had Molly Tea several times already and their drinks are pretty good. Their teas are fragrant…read moreand recommended sugar level is perfect for me. They have promotions once in a while like BOGOs, so when that happens, wait times to get the drinks can be very long. I recently bought bogo drinks and the order line was empty, but the pickup line was long. It took about 30+ min to get my drinks. I'm so used to matcha and jasmine flavors now, so I wanted to try something different. I had the tongmu lapsang salted cheese milk tea and I liked it. Never heard of tongmu lapsang but Google says it's a type of smoked black tea from China. The drink had notes of hazelnut in it. I never had a nutty, chocolatey tea flavor combo before so it was refreshing to taste.

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Ten Thousand Coffee

4.4(436 reviews)

2.4 mi•Midtown West

I've had Ten Thousand Coffee on my to-go list for the LONGEST. I finally went for the first time…read moreand there were so many drinks I wanted to try so I ended up buying 3. 1. The Jeju Green Tangerine Matcha honestly just tastes like a tangerine selter drink but in the best way, because I don't typically enjoy seltzer or carbonated beverages. I really enjoy the flavor and the carbonation isn't too strong, probably because I brought it home to drink. I don't really taste the matcha but I would definitely still order this again. 2. Matcha Einspanner. This is my first time having an Einspanner so I have no idea what I was expecting but this is DELICIOUS. It's so silky and smooth and the TASTE is just right up my alley. The matcha is light but you can still taste it. Absolutely, would drink this all the time if I could. 3. Purple Sweet Potato Latte. This. This. Omg, why haven't I tried this sooner?! The first sip and initial taste, I almost tasted nothing, just milk. And then all of a sudden, there's an explosion of flavor in your mouth. As a sweet potato lover, I was in heaven. I have absolutely no words for this drink, just try it. 100/10 recommend. This is probably my favorite one out of the 3 that I bought. I went around ... 2:45PM on a Friday and most of the seats were taken, if I remember correctly. There were a decent amount of seats and the space was decent. I liked the minimal aesthetic they had for the design of the interior. Not to forget, the staff at the register was absolutely wonderful, she answered all my questions, she's so sweet. I think I'm disappointed that I haven't tried this place sooner. Y'all get out of your comfort zone and try the Purple Sweet Potato Latte !! Or if not, just try this place out. I will definitely be recommending the Purple Sweet Potato Latte to all my family and friends.

Overall: 4.5/5 The…read morestore has a really aesthetic vibe, similar to % Arabica. I came in on a Wednesday morning and luckily there was no line. I ordered an iced matcha einspanner ($6.95) with oat milk ($0.75) and loved that it already comes with a shot of espresso, so it was essentially a dirty matcha einspanner. I tried each layer on its own before mixing everything together and it was all really good. The matcha cream is the right amount of sweet and creamy and you can taste the matcha with just a hint of coffee. Since I'm a coffee fiend I added a bit more espresso when I got back to the hotel and it tasted even better while still keeping the matcha as the dominant flavor. Next time I would ask for less ice since it was freezing that morning, but on a warmer day the ice level would be perfect. Would love to come back to try their other drinks or order the einspanner again as a hot drink.

3.1 mi•Theater District, Midtown West

Iced Matcha Einspanner (~$7)

Iced matcha einspanner

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Seating area

Bibble & Sip

4.4(6.1k reviews)

Amazing Creme (Croux) Puffs!!!…read more I got the green tea, black sesame, & earl grey. The cream filling is very generous and the pastry isn't too thick. Loved the outside flavoring. Each one was perfectly made and absolutely delicious. Would come back if ever in New York to try everything else! I still think of these cream puffs often!

Stopped in to peruse the scrumptious bakery items Wednesday. They had so many beautiful choices!…read more Service was great. Very nice ladies helped us. The pastry was like a cloud of cream. All the flavors were so yummy! The outside of the pastry was crunchy and delicious. The inside was soft, creamy and melted in your mouth. There are coffee and tea items to order and other merch. Inside of the cafe was quaint and quite busy. There are tables and chairs with fun decor. The Llama is very cute. I will return to try other pastries.

2.1 mi•Williamsburg - North Side

Matcha White Chocolate Cream Puff

Raspberry Lychee Tart

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Soup Dumpling Cake.

Kijitora

4.5(225 reviews)

RATING: 4.5/5 | Came on a Saturday late afternoon and it was busy! The line moves, thankfully. It's…read morerelatively spacious for a cafe, but there's minimal seating. There is some counter space, but mainly for standing purposes. I ordered a standard Iced Matcha Latte with Oat Milk ($7.35) and my friend got her usual Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte ($8). Docking 1/2 point bc the matcha is pre-made. I'm a fan of the whisking process bc I do believe there's a craft to matcha overall. Surprisingly, my drink tasted fine and my bev was a good color, so I was pleasantly happy. We waited less than 10 min for a table to open up, but you have to be there at the right time, otherwise you prob just grab your drink + go. Overall, glad I tried Kijitora. It's not my first matcha choice, but it was decent for a standard matcha latte. Their specialty matcha drinks look to have mixed reviews, but I'm personally not a fan of sweet drinks.

Friend recommended this place! I ordered the strawberry matcha, bc staff said that was a must try/…read moremost popular, and friend ordered the hojicha latte. I haven't had enough strawberry matchas in my life, but this was indeed a very delicious strawberry matcha. The matcha flavor is there and the strawberry jam is sweet and not overly thick. I think the drink itself was rlly good, but ive def had stronger matchas. I took a sip of the hojicha and it was also rlly good and refreshing. You can def taste the hojicha flavor! The store is quite small and can get super packed and busy, but there are some seats to sit at! Staff were super friendly!! If it's within vicinity of wherever im at, id def stop to get a drink again.

Strawberry Matcha, Chestnut Matcha

Matcha Latte

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Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte (~$8)

Evil Twin Brewing - Dumbo Taproom

4.5(131 reviews)

1.2 mi•DUMBO

we had a little time before our flight leaving nyc - so we did the impossible. we drank every…read moresingle beer that evil twin brewing (dumbo location) had on draft. yes, you heard that right. every. single. one. was it a lot of beer? yes. would i do it again? in a heartbeat. how about one of your evil-twin-type long beer names? extra fancy gourmet, artisanal and uber hand selected style ale tlatoani marlon trillikini no more dumplings v.5 dumb fruit 1 woody's orange cream make it fruity pancake edition even more horchata greenhouse multi grain lager - conditioned on american oak foudre ekiden beer 2026 chardonnale greenhouse dunkel conditioned on american oak foudre greenhouse baltic porter conditioned on american oak foudre i swear this red isn't wearing green make it fruity white sangria: this kihoskh needs an even even more more much much bigger bigger beer selection body by etnyc et stay home 19 - frosty winter edition ___________

I probably never leave reviews in general, especially negative ones, but this experience was so…read moreegregious that I honestly felt like I had to say something. I've worked in restaurants and bars long enough to understand that staff drinking happens, but this was on another level entirely. I came in with a group of friends and one of the bartenders, Will, was so visibly drunk that it made the entire experience uncomfortable. Slurred speech, wobbling behind the bar, taking orders while chewing food with his mouth open -- it was honestly embarrassing to watch. He looked like he absolutely did not want to be there. At one point, my group had been trying to get his attention for another round for quite a while while he stood around talking with coworkers. We then watched staff take a shot together, and when he finally came over he burped mid-conversation and literally had whatever he had just been drinking dribbling down his neckbeard. That was the moment where the whole thing went from unprofessional to just gross. What made it worse was that it didn't seem isolated to one employee. Throughout the night we watched staff openly taking shots and drinking behind the bar like it was a house party instead of a business. There's a difference between bar culture and complete lack of professionalism, and this crossed that line hard. One of the friends I was with actually frequents the DUMBO location and said that the last time she was there, the same bartender also seemed intoxicated, which makes this feel less like a bad night and more like an ongoing issue. The DUMBO location itself is in an amazing spot, which makes it even more disappointing. But ownership seriously needs to get control of what's going on there before someone gets hurt or the place develops a reputation for having drunk staff on the clock. Unfortunately, the experience was uncomfortable enough that my girlfriends and I won't be coming back. I genuinely hope the employee mentioned gets help if this is a regular thing, because nobody should be working service in that condition.

0.9 mi•South Street Seaport, Financial District

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Luxurious Volume 15 and Allegory

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Interior

Coffee Project New York

4.4(30 reviews)

Pour over coffee for the win! Coffee project has amazing pour over coffee options amongst some…read moreother coffee connoisseur fan favorites. Fantastic place to hangout and vibe. As you walk up, the massive clock outside is so cool and they even have an upstairs with additional seating. Only knock I'll give is (rightfully so) their pour over coffee is on the pricier side, but well worth it to be honest.

I work down on Wall and this is one of my FAVORITE coffee spots in the area! They always have…read morereally unique flavors and I love that they cycle through their menu depending on the season. My go-to is their Black Sesame Latte, which is usually rotated depending on the season. They also have a great Ube latte, also seasonal. There is seating but not a lot so most people grab their coffee and go. Overall, this is a great coffee spot (that also serves food!) and I recommend popping in if you're in the area!