Very nice and intimate, great customer service. Very friendly and the place is very welcoming. I felt that I would find myself coming back again. 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

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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

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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

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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

Pause Cafe - Avocado Toast - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

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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

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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

Pause Cafe - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

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

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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

Pause Cafe - Yogurt parfait - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

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

Pause Cafe - SAVORY BREAKFAST GLORY CREPEBreakfast - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

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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

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Adorable and delicious lap-top-free coffee place. Especially impressed with the staff.

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

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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

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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

Pause Cafe - Tofusion sandwich - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

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

Pause Cafe - SAVORY BREAKFAST GLORY CREPE - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

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We loved a dish called the "Moroccan Brunch Experience," which came with lots of savory breads, jams, treats, and juice.

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

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Love it here simple and delicious. Recommend the caprese add in chicken. Their home made in house bread is so goood!!! read more

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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

Pause Cafe - PAUSE EGG SANDWICH - Half Sandwich - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

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

Pause Cafe - Avocado toast with Egg and Salmon - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

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i want to gatekeep this place so it doesn't get any more crowded. shakshuka? 10/10. coffee is amazing. lots of seating in a cute moroccan themed cafe. many gluten free pastry options. please don't make this place any more crowded read more

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

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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

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Average experience overall with polite staff and reasonable prices. Food arrived warm, tasted fine, yet lacked excitement, making this place suitable for convenience rather than celebrations or special dining occasions. read more

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

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Wasn't a fan of the smoothie I got but everything else was pretty good! Would definitely come back. read more

Pause Cafe - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

The environment inside this cafe is so nice! I got the açaí bowl and it was amazing. I would definitely come back. Not much wait.

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

Pause Cafe - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

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

Pause Cafe - Coffee with Egg, Cheese & Avocado sandwhich - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

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

Pause Cafe - Avocado Toast - Regular Price - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

The decor and set up of the cafe is great. I ordered the Pause Egg Sandwich and it was okay. Kind of small for the price.

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

Pause Cafe - Community table - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

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I come here just for the kombucha! They have an incredible lineup of locally brewed varieties. read more

Pause Cafe - Great kombucha selection (Pilot, BKE, Bear's Fruit) - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

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The food quality makes this a place worth visiting regularly. I wanted to lick my plate clean. The setting impresses everyone. The staff believes in treating customers well and serving good food. Our group looks forward to returning. read more

I'm wondering why my smoothie and my acai bowl and my sandwich is not tasting the same ? as before I been goin to this cafe for almost 2 years I'm in a rush every morning and I always get my food fast and goood!!! Why not This days !!! Sandwich cold!! Smoothie is like water and let's not talk about the acai bowl !!!whyyyy should I'll go back ? I was expecting my food to be goood today but already been 4 days and still the same read more

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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Stumbled upon this cute cafe on a walk around lower east! It has so much space (indoor and outdoor! People are hanging with friends, working on their laptops and having a great time! My friend order their sandwiches and it was absolutely delicious!! PLUS the second snap is from inside their restroom!! If a restroom is that impressive, this spot earns an additional 10 points!! read more

Pause Cafe - The bathroom!! - Moroccan Near Me - New York, New York

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I really enjoyed this spot and would return. I love the vibe inside--it's a bit crowded, but a great place to meet up with a friend or two. I wouldn't recommend coming here with your whole crew because there's probably no space for it. I think they may have some outdoor seating however. They also have one of the long tables in the middle so you can also get some work done during off peak hours. I tried a few things on the menu and everything slaps. read more

My friend and I had lunch here and we opted to do outdoor dining, because the interior was kind of cramped and crowded. There were plenty of comfortable and colorful outdoor seating in an enclosed space, which was great because it kept out the rain and was still slightly warm. We had to go inside to order, the the servers brought the food directly to us. I decided to try the Casablanca sandwich, and added Merguez Sausage for an additional $3. I also chose the Chocolate Peanut Butter Açaí Bowl, substituting the banana for raspberries in the smoothie base. The Casablanca sandwich consisted of goat cheese, grilled asparagus, zucchini, eggplant, mushroom, pepper, as well as the sausage. This was served warm. It was really tasty! The sausage was tender, well seasoned, and juicy, while the veggies were cooked perfectly. I really enjoyed the addition of the goat cheese and all the ingredients worked well together. The Açaí Bowl base smoothie had açaí, strawberry, raspberry, peanut butter, and cacao. This was nice and thick, tasted of sweet fruity mix, and was very refreshing. The toppings included granola, strawberries, blueberries, chopped almond, peanut butter, along with cacao nibs. All of the fruit was fresh and ripe. The peanut butter, almonds, cacao nibs combined with the smoothie to make for mouthwatering bites. Before leaving, I decided to get the Moroccan drip coffee to go, which came in a cute little white cup with a pale pink lid. The coffee was steaming hot, and came with a variety of warm and aromatic spices, such as star anise and cinnamon. The taste of the coffee was quite strong, and slightly bitter, so I added a bit of simple syrup sugar to sweeten it. Service was solid. The ladies at the counter were really nice, knowledgeable about the menu, as well as accommodating. I spent a lovely and relaxing afternoon here, catching up with my friend. It's a great place to go for affordable and healthy food / drink options. read more

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