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Stopped by twice for breakfast while I was in town for work. Once for dine in and once for take away. Cute cafe that doesn't allow the use of laptops or tablets so you avoid the problem of not being able to get a table. I ordered the yogurt granola bowl and a cappuccino. The yogurt bowl was great and a pretty hefty portion. Their takeout ordering system was easy to use and I picked up overnight oats before heading out of town the next morning. Apples to apples I preferred the yogurt bowl to the overnight oats but they were both good and incredibly filling. Would love to try their grain bowls next time.
Moroccan cafe known for their açaí bowls. Two entrances and decent seating. Staff seems busy but still helpful and friendly. Calm atmosphere and great for a coffee chat or reading. Laptops/iPads not allowed. Their açaí bowls are fantastic. Very refreshing and healthy. Ditto with their chicken sandos and chicken salads. They definitely don't skimp on portions here.
This is a really cute place! I love the decorations and how open the space is. They have a lot of amazing baked goods to choose from. The chai latte was not my favorite but I definitely would come back to try some of their food or pastries.
Yummy food, good portions, casual eats! Went here because Clinton St Baking Co had too long of a wait but it was a great decision! The cafe is large and casual - you order at the counter and they bring you your food. Their menu is extensive but we ordered the fruit French toast and the avocado toast with egg. When they came out, they were huge! The French toast was the star of the show with a ton of fruit and pecans on top and perfectly sweetened. The avocado toast was good but very simple and the egg was slightly over cooked but still good for the price. Overall I would recommend this place for a quick, filling, and cheap bite!
This cozy cafe has a diverse menu from savory to sweet products with something for everyone. I've been obsessed with the chicken avocado sandwich because it's so flavorful and the chicken is juicy and well seasoned. They have seating and it is often packed but the service is great and the line moves quickly.
((4.5 stars)) Pause Cafe is a busy cafe on Clinton Street, on the Lower East Side. the cafe serves a variety of brewed drinks like coffee and tea as well as offers a menu of bakery eats, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, salads, smoothies, and more. there is a good amount of seating both inside and outside if you choose to hang out. Pause Cafe gets a lot of foot traffic because it offers quality food and beverages, but also because of its location. recently, i realized that Pause had a pick up window next door. so to bypass the typical line in the main cafe, i placed a cold brew order to-go via a food app before i got there. low-and-behold-- when i arrived my cold brew was ready. the pick-up window is obviously for delivery order pickups not casuals. anyways, the window service person was very friendly and quick. the cold brew was really good as all the coffee options that i have enjoyed at Pause Cafe over the years. smooth cold brewed caffeine with enough coffee flavor and no overly bitter taste. as much as I enjoy the cafe vibes--sometimes life has you in a rush and having this "line hack" saved me a few minutes on a strangely packed day. however, if you have the time, grab a drink, a bite, and seat the. enjoy a respite from the insanity of life, here.
Yes!!!!! We stumbled across Pause due to the fact our original destination was on a two hour wait. I am so glad we did find this spot. You're greeted it when you walked in regardless of how busy the counter is. The tables are tight and the one in the middle is like a common table for communal dining. It has Moroccan roots so the decor and music takes you away to Morocco. The service is fantastic! The bagel was toasted perfectly, and the turkey bacon was crispy as requested. It also had a great flavor. The prices are great as well. The vibe is so relaxing. I can't call it a hidden gem, because so many people were in and out of the place; so it's definitely well known. We will definitely go back and take a "pause" from the bustle if the city at Pause Café.
The half sandwiches are still served cut in half and are the perfect size! Staff were friendly. Took about 10 minutes or so after ordering to get our food, so pretty quick for a full restaurant. The Casablanca sandwich was SO SO good. This will be a must go to spot just to have that sandwich again. Cozy place with two seater tables, a long table and a community style bench table seating that was perfect for us. Try the Casablanca sandwhich! Touch of sweet. You will not regret
Cute mediterranean themed cafe. No computers allowed, but nice seating for eating a quick breakfast/brunch/lunch. We ordered at the front and waited for our food. I had a 1/2 caprese sandwich and a cinnamon bagel with cream cheese. If you're going to get a bagel in NYC, there are better spots, go somewhere that really specializes in bagels. I also had an iced coffee with a splash of almond milk. Hit the spot. The best part of Pause really is the atmosphere and decorations. It's got a cozy, moroccan vibe. Prices seem on-par with New York, if not a tad expensive. We got our dishes to-go and ate them at home. The mozzarella from my caprese sandwich was kinda all over the place, nonetheless delicious.
3.5 rounded to a 4. My breakfast crepe would have been perfect if the crepe was properly cooked, it was rubbery sadly. The fillings were lovely. The chai latte runs sweet and delicious. My date enjoyed her Açaí Bowl and found the chai latte still too sweet after requesting no sugar. Might return as I enjoyed the ambience, the bathroom, and the service was great!
Not overly impressed here. The smoothie was very good. The croissant was also very good and had a nice amount of jam as well. I had a turkey egg and bacon 'omellete'. However it wasn't really an omelette I'm not sure wgat it was, big chunks of tomato and cheese, not really together and not very big. The turkey bacon had a weird taste too. The crepe was good, very large and lots of fruit, so that was good. Lastly the place was freezing, no heat on at all other than in the both room, we ere chilled by the time we left...
My wife and I stumbled upon Pause Cafe while celebrating our anniversary, and we couldn't be happier that we did! The moment we walked in, we felt a relaxed, welcoming vibe--very Brooklyn-chic. The space felt cozy, and everything on display looked fresh, healthy, and inviting. I ordered an egg omelette with feta, lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado, along with a Greek salad and oatmeal with fruit and walnuts on the side. It was a hearty meal, and I left feeling satisfied without being overly full. My wife had an omelette with turkey bacon, spinach, lettuce, tomato, and avocado, plus a matcha latte and a homemade cake slice. I didn't realize my omelette already came with a side salad, but both salads were delicious. If you enjoy healthy, fresh breakfast options in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, I highly recommend Pause Cafe. We'll definitely be coming back to try more of their menu!
Came here on a Sunday morning at around 10am to grab coffee and breakfast with some friends. It wasn't hard to find seats, but definitely around lunchtime I noticed it becoming quite busy so would suggest coming here early on the weekends! Cute cafe with extensive menu and cozy vibes. I got a pistachio croissant, which I asked to be heated up, and a large latte. They brought my order right to my table, which was really nice of them. The croissant was flaky and airy and not too sweet. The latte was pretty regular. My friends ordered shakshukas and an acai bowl. I didn't try their food but it looked pretty good. The only thing I would suggest is sitting away from the door and closer to the inside of the cafe. There was a lot of traffic in and out of the cafe and everytime the door opened, it would take forever to close. It got to be pretty chilly, especially since it was a cold winter day. I had to put my winter coat back on when sitting inside.
Really loved this Moroccan cafe in the lower east side. The experience was very positive and I really enjoyed the ambiance and service. I went on a Saturday so it was relatively packed but didn't feel too suffocating. The sandwiches are tasty and their shakshuka is spot on. Would love to be back to try more of their desserts as those looked pretty epic! read more
i fucking love this place i've been a patron for years ! Service is always immaculate! Fast and Friendly, efficient and positive. I've never had a bad or even mid experience here, it's always been great. amazing coffee, vibes, good food extensive menu including sandwiches, omelettes, smoothie bowls, plates, oatmeal, wraps etc Coffees, Tea, Smoothies green juices etc. They renovated the inside a bit and now they have a gift shop where you can buy imported teas, coffees olive oils and trinkets from overseas. I love supporting women owned POC owned business They Have picnic benches outside as well to eat outdoors with your food if it's packed inside read more
Stopped by twice for breakfast while I was in town for work. Once for dine in and once for take away. Cute cafe that doesn't allow the use of laptops or tablets so you avoid the problem of not being able to get a table. I ordered the yogurt granola bowl and a cappuccino. The yogurt bowl was great and a pretty hefty portion. Their takeout ordering system was easy to use and I picked up overnight oats before heading out of town the next morning. Apples to apples I preferred the yogurt bowl to the overnight oats but they were both good and incredibly filling. Would love to try their grain bowls next time. read more
5 months ago
Moroccan cafe known for their açaí bowls. Two entrances and decent seating. Staff seems busy but still helpful and friendly. Calm atmosphere and great for a coffee chat or reading. Laptops/iPads not allowed. Their açaí bowls are fantastic. Very refreshing and healthy. Ditto with their chicken sandos and chicken salads. They definitely don't skimp on portions here. read more
This is a really cute place! I love the decorations and how open the space is. They have a lot of amazing baked goods to choose from. The chai latte was not my favorite but I definitely would come back to try some of their food or pastries. read more
Yummy food, good portions, casual eats! Went here because Clinton St Baking Co had too long of a wait but it was a great decision! The cafe is large and casual - you order at the counter and they bring you your food. Their menu is extensive but we ordered the fruit French toast and the avocado toast with egg. When they came out, they were huge! The French toast was the star of the show with a ton of fruit and pecans on top and perfectly sweetened. The avocado toast was good but very simple and the egg was slightly over cooked but still good for the price. Overall I would recommend this place for a quick, filling, and cheap bite! read more
This cozy cafe has a diverse menu from savory to sweet products with something for everyone. I've been obsessed with the chicken avocado sandwich because it's so flavorful and the chicken is juicy and well seasoned. They have seating and it is often packed but the service is great and the line moves quickly. read more
((4.5 stars)) Pause Cafe is a busy cafe on Clinton Street, on the Lower East Side. the cafe serves a variety of brewed drinks like coffee and tea as well as offers a menu of bakery eats, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, salads, smoothies, and more. there is a good amount of seating both inside and outside if you choose to hang out. Pause Cafe gets a lot of foot traffic because it offers quality food and beverages, but also because of its location. recently, i realized that Pause had a pick up window next door. so to bypass the typical line in the main cafe, i placed a cold brew order to-go via a food app before i got there. low-and-behold-- when i arrived my cold brew was ready. the pick-up window is obviously for delivery order pickups not casuals. anyways, the window service person was very friendly and quick. the cold brew was really good as all the coffee options that i have enjoyed at Pause Cafe over the years. smooth cold brewed caffeine with enough coffee flavor and no overly bitter taste. as much as I enjoy the cafe vibes--sometimes life has you in a rush and having this "line hack" saved me a few minutes on a strangely packed day. however, if you have the time, grab a drink, a bite, and seat the. enjoy a respite from the insanity of life, here. read more
Yes!!!!! We stumbled across Pause due to the fact our original destination was on a two hour wait. I am so glad we did find this spot. You're greeted it when you walked in regardless of how busy the counter is. The tables are tight and the one in the middle is like a common table for communal dining. It has Moroccan roots so the decor and music takes you away to Morocco. The service is fantastic! The bagel was toasted perfectly, and the turkey bacon was crispy as requested. It also had a great flavor. The prices are great as well. The vibe is so relaxing. I can't call it a hidden gem, because so many people were in and out of the place; so it's definitely well known. We will definitely go back and take a "pause" from the bustle if the city at Pause Café. read more
The half sandwiches are still served cut in half and are the perfect size! Staff were friendly. Took about 10 minutes or so after ordering to get our food, so pretty quick for a full restaurant. The Casablanca sandwich was SO SO good. This will be a must go to spot just to have that sandwich again. Cozy place with two seater tables, a long table and a community style bench table seating that was perfect for us. Try the Casablanca sandwhich! Touch of sweet. You will not regret read more
1 year ago
Cute mediterranean themed cafe. No computers allowed, but nice seating for eating a quick breakfast/brunch/lunch. We ordered at the front and waited for our food. I had a 1/2 caprese sandwich and a cinnamon bagel with cream cheese. If you're going to get a bagel in NYC, there are better spots, go somewhere that really specializes in bagels. I also had an iced coffee with a splash of almond milk. Hit the spot. The best part of Pause really is the atmosphere and decorations. It's got a cozy, moroccan vibe. Prices seem on-par with New York, if not a tad expensive. We got our dishes to-go and ate them at home. The mozzarella from my caprese sandwich was kinda all over the place, nonetheless delicious. read more
3.5 rounded to a 4. My breakfast crepe would have been perfect if the crepe was properly cooked, it was rubbery sadly. The fillings were lovely. The chai latte runs sweet and delicious. My date enjoyed her Açaí Bowl and found the chai latte still too sweet after requesting no sugar. Might return as I enjoyed the ambience, the bathroom, and the service was great! read more
Not overly impressed here. The smoothie was very good. The croissant was also very good and had a nice amount of jam as well. I had a turkey egg and bacon 'omellete'. However it wasn't really an omelette I'm not sure wgat it was, big chunks of tomato and cheese, not really together and not very big. The turkey bacon had a weird taste too. The crepe was good, very large and lots of fruit, so that was good. Lastly the place was freezing, no heat on at all other than in the both room, we ere chilled by the time we left... read more
My wife and I stumbled upon Pause Cafe while celebrating our anniversary, and we couldn't be happier that we did! The moment we walked in, we felt a relaxed, welcoming vibe--very Brooklyn-chic. The space felt cozy, and everything on display looked fresh, healthy, and inviting. I ordered an egg omelette with feta, lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado, along with a Greek salad and oatmeal with fruit and walnuts on the side. It was a hearty meal, and I left feeling satisfied without being overly full. My wife had an omelette with turkey bacon, spinach, lettuce, tomato, and avocado, plus a matcha latte and a homemade cake slice. I didn't realize my omelette already came with a side salad, but both salads were delicious. If you enjoy healthy, fresh breakfast options in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, I highly recommend Pause Cafe. We'll definitely be coming back to try more of their menu! read more
2 years ago
Came here on a Sunday morning at around 10am to grab coffee and breakfast with some friends. It wasn't hard to find seats, but definitely around lunchtime I noticed it becoming quite busy so would suggest coming here early on the weekends! Cute cafe with extensive menu and cozy vibes. I got a pistachio croissant, which I asked to be heated up, and a large latte. They brought my order right to my table, which was really nice of them. The croissant was flaky and airy and not too sweet. The latte was pretty regular. My friends ordered shakshukas and an acai bowl. I didn't try their food but it looked pretty good. The only thing I would suggest is sitting away from the door and closer to the inside of the cafe. There was a lot of traffic in and out of the cafe and everytime the door opened, it would take forever to close. It got to be pretty chilly, especially since it was a cold winter day. I had to put my winter coat back on when sitting inside. read more
4 months ago
2 years ago
SERVICE - located on the border of east village and the lower east side - plenty of indoor and outdoor seating in covered patio area - decor is very homely with pillows and wooden accents - good for a casual brunch or lunch - order at counter and then find a table - servers are enthusiastic when bringing out food - food served quickly but some drinks may be left at the counter if they accidentally think it is a to go order MENU - cafe style food with sandwiches, salads, pastries, and drinks - some vegan and vegetarian options - well priced ($14 per dish) FOOD - tofusion sandwich (7/10): turmeric tofu, cucumber, tomato, sprouts, and hummus sandwiched between two slices of ciabatta bread. This was the only vegan sandwich on the menu. The portion was generous for a breakfast. I liked how the tofu was coated in turmeric as it added a warming flavor. The raw vegetables were also very fresh. WOULD I GO BACK? Yes! The food was pretty good and the space was nice. read more
2 years ago
Food was soo good I didn't take a good photo before tearing it up! Pause is a cute restaurant with a bohemian vibe. I went there were a few friends for brunch and I couldn't have been happier. There is one large table in the middle for whomever to sit, first come basic and seperate smaller tables around the room. We were able to get seats at the larger table. If you are dining in, once you order at the counter a staff member will bring your food to you. My friends and I all ordered an avocado toast and chai tea.. it was so good. Normally when you order avocado toast from a place, its one slice of toast with some unseasoned smashed avocado. Not Pause, Pause's avocado toast is on two slices (or one really long slice, sliced in half), a thick layer of avocado, harissa, arugula, cucumber and carrots and I think some balsamic drizzle. It was the best avocado toast I've had and worth the price. I would recommend and go back! read more
This place is definitely up there when it comes to fresh ingredients and really good food. The people I came with got salads and avocado toast and it came out so so good. I ordered a power smoothie that was incredible and a very tasty. Their crepes looked amazing. We got a treat that was incredible. It was a little understaffed so food takes a little while and bussing tables takes a while for them to place is super busy. Would recommend keeping a small party coming here. Can't wait to come back and order other things on the menu! Cheers! read more
10 months ago
Good GOD this chai is the most delicious thing I've tasted on my new york trip so far. Absolutely unreal, and the staff are so lovely. The crepes are ENORMOUS; the harissa is spicy so tread lightly, but would recommend if that's your thing. read more
5 months ago
I have been coming to this cafe for past few years. Most of the time my orders are correct, but a few times they gave me wrong items or a few things were missing. I did a $53 order today. I asked for some extra honey and granola. A Spanish guy in the kitchen told the girl waiting on me to charge me extra next time. This guy also hassled me about my missing items. I think their food is great. However, when you have a customer who has supported them like I do. I deserve to be treated with customer respect. They could use a few lessons in it! read more
Wow a place in nyc where you can buy a half sandwich?! I tried their egg breakfast sandwich on Moroccan bread and it was so good, a vegetarian dream. It was super busy on the weekend day that I stopped by but a table eventually opened up. The inside of the cafe was adorable, such cozy and nice vibes with good lighting. It would be a perfect cafe to hang out and read in on a quiet week day or a great meet up spot for a small group. read more
1 year ago
overall this place was a 5/5! super delicious, cute cozy interior, very clean with dishes delivered to your table and picked up after you finish eating, and pretty cheap for nyc! we got: - shakshuka: 4/5, very delicious! it comes with bread, roasted potatoes, and a very fresh salad (my favorite part of the whole meal honestly). I only took off a star bc I added pecorino cheese to my shakshuka and I didn't love it - pick me up smoothie: 5/5, your standard yummy smoothie. I wish it was creamier but the fruit flavor was delicious read more
1 year ago
Pause Cafe was great! I just stopped in for a cup of black coffee, but they did a great job and it was a really cool environment. It seems like the perfect spot to meet a friend, work on a group project, or just get out of the house and enjoy your surroundings. Would highly recommend! read more
The inside was crowded on a Saturday morning, but there were plenty of outdoor seating (both open and enclosed) available. I ordered the crepesse and dirty chai, while my friend ordered the chicken avocado sandwich. When the food came out the server gave me the caprese sandwich instead of the crepe. The sandwich lacked flavor and tasted mostly like mozzarella - no basil taste, a hint of balsamic and tomato. My friend's chicken sandwich was better but the chicken was dry. The dirty chai on the other hand was good! It wasn't overly sweet or watered down and I would order that again! read more
8 months ago
2 years ago
Great design and seating. Nice to see limitation on electronics, very refreshing for a cafe. Ordered a Shakshuka with Marquez, nice and spicy. Filling and tasty. Iced black coffee was excellent. Worth the visit for a late meal. Friendly responsive staff. Thanks to the owner, Amin. Bunji still impressed. read more
10 months ago
Wasn't a fan of the smoothie I got but everything else was pretty good! Would definitely come back. read more
2 years ago
The atmosphere is super cute and I loved the outdoor seating area. My avocado toast was yummy and a lot of food for the price but they unfortunately did forget to include the turkey bacon I paid for. Our server was very kind and I'm sure would have corrected the mistake had I not been in a hurry. The coffee was delectable! Would totally come back. read more
9 months ago
3 years ago
Cute, busy Moroccan inspired cafe with lots of seats, including a community table. Lots of drink, food, and pastry options. Smoothies were good, but shakshuka was over cooked and therefore dry. Full video review and many others at IG: @valeries.views https://www.instagram.com/reel/Ct9CKqvM1n4/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== read more
Such a cute place, love the Morrocan decore. The barista and staff are so friendly! Got a breakfast sandwhich and regular coffee. I really appreciated how they gave it to me in a mug, it felt like I was at home. The sandwhich was amazing and it's a great place if your dining solo read more
5 months ago
Really cute cafe in the city with great ambience and decor. There's a Moroccan style water fountain in the corner with cups available for customers. Many options for pastries in the case that looked delicious and huge menu for food and drinks. I got an iced latte which tasted delicious. My friend got an iced Moroccan spiced coffee that she loved! Very flavorful and didn't taste strong or bitter. Not much seating indoors but there's an outdoor area as well. A little hard to find the entrance because there's also a To Go window. Would definitely come back! read more
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3 Clinton St
New York, NY 10002
Alphabet City, Lower East Side
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