Breakfast at Asante Ambroeus was wonderful in every way. From the attentive and helpful staff to the gracious ambience and delicious breakfast, our experience was 5 star! read more

Had the best belated Birthday dinner tonight It was delicious Had the artichoke arugula and parmesan salad to start followed by filet mignon that melted in your mouth Dessert was their signature orange cake for 90 years ! Loved the whole dining experience read more

I went here with my husband and father a couple weeks ago, because we were walking around the city, were tired and hungry, and needed a place to eat. Italian food sounded great. When I saw the menu prices I was shocked, but we decided to stay and have a special family dinner-- we committed, assuming the food would be out of this world great. But it was not. Truly, it was utterly average Italian food. It was solid, but there was nothing special about it. The service was decent, but nothing great. One of the wines cost $38 for a glass!!!!! They tried to charge me an extra $15 for mozzarella on my chicken. Would never go back here. If they cut the prices in half, it would be great. More about ambience and the "vibe" of Madison Avenue than anything truly truly special. read more

Walked in to get take out, as their tables were for the restaurant only. Very expensive, an oat latte was $10 and a slice of princess cake was $18 but the packaging was very cute and they taped the cake so it wouldn't move in transit! We were able to sit at the bar and enjoy. Everything was delicious. The princess cake was unique marzipan cake that I'd never had before, light, fluffy and not as sweet as I had imagined it would be! read more

Sant Ambroeus Madison - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Amazing restaurant with excellent service and delicious food. We walked in and were greeted with so many beautiful desserts and pastries but we came for brunch, so have to see if we will have room to try any after our meal. We decided to order family style because it's our first time here and wanted to try more things. We enjoyed the three types of house bread that tasted freshly baked. For starters we had the Beet Carpaccio, Caprese, Artichoke and Arugula. They were all so fresh and delightful. For main course we had a clam linguine and a veal cutlet. They were both amazing! The taste of the linguine with clam was perfect! The veal cutlet was beautifully presented. I've never seen such a gigantic piece of veal with bone that's perfectly lightly fried. Unfortunately we were too full to order a dessert so we chose to end our meal with some coffee. We ordered a lovely espresso and latte, and our server brought us some complimentary cookies. Definitely a delicious meal to remember. read more

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I have mostly come here for a grab-and-go drink or snack over the years but have also dined in a couple of times, especially for brunch. Their seating area indoors is not huge, but the capacity increases a bit during nice weather in the warmer months as they try to add seating outside as well. The breakfast food here is very enjoyable. Even "simple" pancakes come beautifully adorned with fruit (I even took a photo.) If you are walking around the neighborhood for a day of shopping or museums, stop by this UES classic. read more

Sant Ambroeus Madison - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Great food and service, very nice ambience, fantastic pastries (superb chocolate hazelnut torte).

This was our second time dining at San Ambroeus and I continue to be underwhelmed by the food. The ambiance is great but the service was slow and the food was pretty bland and under seasoned. The chicken paillard and cacio e pepe were both mediocre and we didn't get to try dessert because service was so slow and we had to run to catch a show (we let them know about the timing of the show when we sat down). Especially for the price, I find this restaurant to be overrated. read more

Sant Ambroeus Madison - Cacio e Pepe Pasta - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Pros: Yummy Desserts, friendly waiters Cons: 1. We waited 10 minutes at the front without being acknowledged. 2. Hostess was not friendly. 3. Complimentary bread was cold. 4. My drink was bitter. 5. Food was decent. 6.Cookie base of my pastry was made with a hint of cement. read more

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Little hidden local gem! Transports you to Europe. Every detail is perfect here!! Met the friendliest people ! Went back every day on our nyc trip! read more

Sant Ambroeus on Madison Avenue was my go-to Upper East Side lunch spot for donor meetings, and it never disappointed. The service was impeccable, the room had that classic "ladies who lunch" polish, and the back corner booth was ideal for a quiet, comfortable conversation. I always ordered the Salade Niçoise with a Sauvignon Blanc, and it was consistently perfect: elegant, fresh, unfussy, and exactly right for the setting. read more

Absolutely amazing experience today. My friend and I wanted a great Italian experience and they were able to accommodate us quickly and provide us with great seating, service and food! I am excited to return again and enjoy this experience in the near future! The ambiance was perfect and provided us with a true UES experience! read more

Sant Ambroeus Madison - Fettuccine alla Bolognese - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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A great spot to pick up desserts from! I especially loved the chocolate cake that was perfectly soft and sweet. They had so many fun desserts on display, would definitely go again to try something new read more

Sant Ambroeus Madison - Chocolate cake - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Wanted a morning drink before a run and ended up here. Great matcha latte. Would recommend this spot. read more

Sant Ambroeus Madison - Matcha latte - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Quintessential UES vibes. Everytime I go, I must get a soy cappucino and a hazelnut cornetti (perfectly sweet with a hint of orange).It never disappoints. While you wait for your order, you can window shop the stunning pastry case. read more

Sant Ambroeus Madison - hazelnut cornetti - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Stopped by Sant Ambroeus Madison for a quiet solo breakfast, and it turned into such a delightful start to my day. The space has that classic, refined charm that instantly makes you feel like you're somewhere special -- cozy yet elegant, with an unmistakable European flair. I started with a freshly baked croissant and a pot of English breakfast tea. The croissant was just what you'd hope for -- golden on the outside, flaky and buttery, and so soft inside. It came out warm, which made it all the better. The tea was served beautifully and felt like a little ritual in itself, which I really appreciated. After enjoying a peaceful moment with my tea, I couldn't resist ordering one of their signature desserts -- the Principessa. It's a standout. Light, delicate layers with just the right balance of sweetness and texture. You can tell a lot of care goes into the pastry work here, and it really shows. The staff was kind and professional throughout -- attentive without hovering, and genuinely gracious. Even though it was a busy morning, everything moved at a relaxed pace, and I never felt rushed. This is the kind of place that makes you want to linger a bit longer than you planned. Can't wait to return and try more from the menu -- I already have my eye on the cappuccino and panini next time. Definitely a gem worth revisiting. read more

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Stopped in for a hot chocolate on a cold walk! When we came in, we didn't see a menu- they don't have one hung up or by the counter. We noticed when we left, that there were a few small paper ones by the door. There was plenty of seating for us to have a seat. They seem to have a full coffee bar and lots of yummy looking pastries. The hot chocolate was pretty good - not as sweet as it could've been. It was also a bit pricey - $12+ for two hot chocolates. read more

Sant Ambroeus Madison - Hot Chocolate - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Always delicious, great service and great atmosphere. And the cakes!!! So yummy! I make it a point to go every time I am in NY. read more

Only gluten free option in baked goods was the chocolate chip cookie. Also service was slow - due to rush hour. But not an excuse IMO. My friend asked for milk with her tea and they forgot and had to be explicitly reminded to get it. read more

I'm super conflicted about Sant Ambroeus. There is a commitment to excellence with its pastry case and coffee, but sitting down for brunch was a bit of a different experience. The food was well prepared but overall lacking in taste. The avocado toast was VERY filling and the chai was phenomenal. But, I can't say it was worth the price (and I recognize the upper east side location drives up the cost). The service was good, but I quickly got lost in the shuffle being seated outside. However, the perk of sitting outside is some epic people watching. But at the end of the day, I'd probably prefer just getting pastry to go and walking along Madison Ave. read more

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nice place to grab coffee/tea and a pastry, they also have a dining menu i'd love to try. i'd recommend asking for the coffee to be extra hot read more

Sant Ambroeus Madison - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

The pastas that my wife and I had were both amazing! The outdoor seating in late October was spectacular. The uncleaned leeks in the spinach and leeks side (tried 3 bites and all had sand in them) along with the lack of anyone giving any direction at either the front door or the middle serving area (matier d walked away from us) is why I'm giving a lower rating. read more

The service was painfully slow. While the food is good, it is certainly not worth the astronomical price. Even the waiter quietly told us it is overpriced. Bill had to be sent back three times due to errors. This place is emblematic of NYers forgetting good value and restaurant owners taking advantage of loyal customers! read more

Such an iconic UES spot! Great for coffee! Food was just ok, but the service and ambiance made up for it! read more

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Great location for Sant Ambroues, lots of stores around the area as well. Upscale coffee spot/restaurant. Princess cake is well known here, coffee was decent. Just went to see what the hype is about, it's aesthetic and bougie whoever not worth the price point. read more

This place gave an upper east side charm and brought it to the next level. The staff was incredibly helpful and great to talk to even though it was a bustling environment. We ate the cake at the bar since they ran out of tables. Every layer of the cake was a new gift for my taste buds. The spongy bottom layer, the mousse middle and the chocolate top left me speechless. This was incredibly rich though so it is definitely not good on a diet. It's also topped off with some fresh hazelnuts for a texture difference. Also, it was $17 for a slice, but it really felt like a slice of heaven. read more

Sant Ambroeus Madison - Gianduia - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

I ordered ossobuco and the fresh artichoke salad with arugula and cheese. The ossobuco was big with a big bone marrow! It also had gramolata on top of the bone marrow. I had to ask for a bone marrow spoon to scoop it out. The risotto that paired it was just enough and the sauce was excellent. Better than my making it at home. I thought I would bring home left over. I was wrong. I ate it all up! On my way out I bought my favorite cookies. I love the one that's like light chocolate meringue (but it is not) with hazelnuts. read more

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My favorite for many years is the Pasta Bolognese, unfortunately the last time we dined there with friends I was disappointed. The Bolognese was a red sauce the taste was out of a can and pour over. The last 8 times we patronize this restaurant it was a true Bolognese. We shall return and give it another try , hopefully there original recipe for this particular sauce is rectified. We do love it there. read more

Cute place to get dinner, also high chances of getting reservations over the weekend. The food itself is very passable, feels like a glorified Olive Garden with UES prices. Come here if you are in a pinch. read more

Good food was always, good vibes also, but sometimes when it gets too crowded, service was downgraded, Got some bad attitude from the front desk when we arrived on a weekly and brunch time. But will come back for the food, coffee also pretty good. read more

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Chic brunch spot with a tasty selection of to-go pastries and caffeinated beverages that compliment the busy Italian restaurant. The prices are a bit too rich but given its location in NYC would somewhat expect. $14 a dessert. 4/5 stars as a brunch spot. read more

So looking forward to my visit to this restaurant. They have completely changed the recipe of the lasagna Verde. Very little of the version I first had of half the meat, half the red sauce and more of the béchamel sauce. It seems the pasta was very thick compared to a delicately thin one from the past. I think this may have been my last visit. What a shame that they are serving the same lasagna as everyone else. It's like a brick. Friendly server, but very scattered and forgetful. read more

I have been coming to this restaurant for years and have always made sure to book the dining room, and I have consistently been seated accordingly. Today, I had a dining room reservation for dinner but was seated by the door in an area typically used for tea service. After placing our dinner order, including a main course, we politely asked to be moved to the dining room per our reservation. We were moved to the middle section of the restaurant, which still was not the dining room. The area was very cold and drafty, and I had to keep my coat on the entire time due to the wind. I did not appreciate the way management responded to my repeated, polite requests to be moved, especially since I was not a walk-in and had a dining room reservation. This was actually my second visit to the restaurant that same day, which shows how much I genuinely enjoy the food and service. Unfortunately, I was told the dining room was at capacity and that we could wait for a table that was finishing dessert. As a result, I had to cancel my main course and leave. This is the first time I've had this experience here, and I have never had an issue before. read more

Went there for my mom's birthday and we couldn't have had a better experience. The staff were exceptional and the food, simply wow. Looking forward to returning. Thank you for an incredible evening! read more

10/10 for the coffee, the formal dining area is worth it but very pricey. I got the 2 sandwiches split into four among all family members but it was quite bland (salad was good though). Coffee and complimentary birthday cookie were the stars of the show. Service was also amazing as they accommodated my budget needs. Theyre very good at business. Great place to deliver a fancy vibe for a birthday. Will come again! read more

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Sant Ambroeus really impressed me. It's definitely a splurge. I paid $18 for a slice of cake! And a cappuccino costs nearly $9. But I have to admit this cake was insanely delicious, dreamy, and decadent. The Gianduia cake is one of Sant Ambroeus' classic cakes. It is a delectable combination of hazelnut sponge cake, hazelnut wafer, hazelnut cream, gianuia mousse and milk chocolate glaze. The coffee was, of course, tasty. The coffee bar also serves other cakes, pastries, sandwiches, salads, etc. You can also have a sit-down meal in this casual yet elegant setting. I've heard great things about their brunch! Perhaps I'll come here for it. 4 stars -- almost 5. read more

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After spending hours at The Met we needed a close lunch spot to sit & recharge. After looking up a few we landed here. No reservations- so we waited in the extremely tight entryway for a tiny table to open up by the window. We watched as the locals lined the bar for take out coffee drinks & pastries. There were several lovely tables outside but were told they were all booked. ( however no one came while we were there). There is a main dining room in the back and it was full. Delicious bread selection to start! We ordered an omelette & the beet salad. Both were fresh & delicious. Prices were expected for the area. Next time I'll try a cappuccino & pastries. Nice choice on a beautiful day! read more

My husband and I stopped in to have a cappuccino and relax in between shopping. I asked the young lady at the front desk what the procedure was to get our coffee. She was extremely rude and gave us no assistance in navigating through the crowded cafe. Finally we found a woman who took our order but found the process extremely chaotic! My husband attempted to sit down when someone said you can't sit there unless you are eating breakfast. Well if the lady at the front would have taken the time to tell us how the cafe operated we would have gotten something to eat. As it turned out the cappuccino was very average. I cannot recommend this place at all!!! read more

Poor service: We arrived 7 min late for a 3:30pm reservation that Resy clearly stated was for brunch and also clearly stated we could be up to 15 min late for. We were seated only at 3:50pm, and then they tried to blame us for being late for denying the brunch menu. We eventually did get that menu but left within 25 min and won't return. Food was decent but overpriced for the quality. Waitress forgot our drink (we ordered 2 but only received one). 0 time provided to read the menu since they were rushing us for the brunch order. We were given 5 seconds to glance at the menu. My wife got 2 seconds because they took 3 to give her the menu. read more

I didn't get a chance to take photos of the food from all the excitement, but I am really happy that we went here after my fiancé proposed to me. The service could have been better, for such a high end restaurant, he looked like he was bothered the whole time and acted like we were peasants. But I didn't let someone potentially having a bad day bother me or ruin my day! Food was delicious, really pricey (even a little overpriced), but the quality was really up there so it was worth it. I am definitely looking forward to coming back here on my next trip! read more

Sant Ambroeus Madison - Italian Near Me - New York, New York