Such a great meal. I would give the food 2 extra stars if I could. The lamb burger was perfect flavor, balance, and size. The fries were good. The shepherds pie is some of the best i have had outside of Ireland. The bartender, she makes amazing Old Fashions! Went for drinks last night. Tonight for food. I wish we were staying longer, we would go back again. It was a nice atmosphere. Live music tonight. So good. Service was ok. A little slow. But they were friendly. We are glad we went. It was right next to our hotel! Super convenient!

Really nice pub with lots of space. It was quiet when i was there on a weeknight, but I'm sure it gets packed. I tried their lamb burger with a Brooklyn lager for dinner. The burger was huge and unwieldy, but very good. The staff were friendly and my server, Marisol, was very attentive. Prices are very reasonable too and they even proactively offered a discount for staying at Candlewood Suites nearby. This place made my night and I would definitely come back.

It was a sweet surprise in the heart of New York. Had Premier League playing and the US Open, great for International sports viewing. Food was delicious and happy hour deals were amazing! We got seating very quickly and served the same. Recommend if you’re in the mood for a cozy Irish pub. Only critique I have is the mocktails, be sure you’re a fan of the ingredients before ordering.

Large indoor pub atmosphere (without the smell of stale beer) with a great menu and fast turnaround. It was surprisingly quiet. Food was very good and waiters super attentive. Great for lunch meetings. My guest remarked at the surprisingly good pick and said he'd return. Can't get a better review than that.

Isabella Gomez

Loved it here! Angie was amazing and so kind. She was really helpful and quick. The breakfast bagels were really yummy!

Dara Masini

One of the best services we experienced in NYC! We stayed at the Aliz Hotel, which is about a 5-minute walk from Aleef Cafe. On the first day, we decided to have breakfast there because of the great reviews we saw on Google. Over the next three days, we kept coming back because of the excellent service and amazing food. The owner is attentive and friendly. Angie, one of the staff members, is absolutely incredible! From the very first day, she greeted us with a big smile. She is extremely kind, helpful, and attentive — truly a sweetheart! The food is delicious! We became addicted to the bagel with cream cheese and bacon. The cappuccino and the mocha are amazing! The food is really high quality for a very fair price, which is hard to find in NYC. We always left very satisfied and ready to start our busy days exploring the city. We highly recommend Aleef Cafe and already miss the great food and wonderful service.

Mumtahinah Momo

We tried the Turkey Wrap and the Italian Panini and both were delicious. Highly recommended if you’re looking for a halal breakfast spot near Manhattan.

Yorozaki

Aleef Cafe is a fantastic hidden gem in Manhattan that serves an amazing breakfast with high-quality, fresh ingredients. The shop is small and humble, but the warm hospitality from the Bangladeshi owner makes you feel truly welcome. If you are visiting the area and looking for a great meal from a fellow community member, I highly recommend stopping by this halal-friendly cafe.

M. Suzanne H

Found this little place while staying at a hotel down the street. Got a latte and a breakfast sandwich. Everything was made to order, very fresh. Went back for the salmon salad, it was very tasty. The owner was so nice and friendly. Quaint shop. Will go back every time I'm in Manhattan!

Anya Niven

Great food, great service, great prices! Pretty much the best you can ask for of a Midtown cafe. Small space but owner and staff are so kind and friendly!

Ahmed Saeed Alromaithi

Great place for healthy halal meals! Delicious food, friendly Muslim owner, and very welcoming atmosphere.

Terixo Smitix

I became a fan during my very first meal at this place. Aleef Cafe maintains expected standards. This place succeeds by focusing on small details. Workers' manner: superb. Alert and qualified. I stumbled upon this charming restaurant while browsing online.

Christine Kipphut

My daughter and I were staying nearby on 9/10/2025 and happened into this lil place. We couldn't have been treated any better!!! The food was delicious, the smile on the owners face delightful, the coffer was PERFECT. I would go back in a second! Highly recommend!

Louise Jarmey

The best Chai Latte in NYC! We stayed in a hotel close by and thought we'd give this place a try on our first morning - what a diamond find! The coffee here is amazing and needless to say we visited every day from then on! We were always greeted with a big welcoming smile from the owner and he had our coffee ready in a flash, even remembering what we had so we didn't even need to order!! If you're staying anywhere near West 39 Street then this place is a must. :o)

Janice Hahn

Very warm service, patient owner, in a peaceful little shop. I wish I could’ve eaten my wrap there. Got the super protein wrap and it was tasty 😊

Maurice Ben

Best breakfast and Ice-Coffee I had in New York. We went to this Café because of good Reviews and it is really a Highlight of our New York Trip. The food was very good and the ice Coffee amazing. The price was also below NY average. Maybe because it is not a tourist Spot... It is also very nice to sit outside because there is not much action on this street. The owner was also very kind and helped with good recommendations what to eat. Thank you for the best breakfast!

L Rosado

If you want a good coffee, this is the best I tasted in New York! It is a good place, good food and the service 100/10! Angie was very nice and always make sure we were pleased with the food and that we had great time! Definitively 100% recommended!

Candice Mixon

Delicious and well made. Small space. Made in front of you. We came in with 10 people and they were gracious and worked as fast as they could. Make sure you have time though if you have a group. There is one cook. But delicious.

Victoria Nyssens

Aleef Cafe may not catch your eye at first but don’t let appearances fool you. The food here is incredible! I had the chicken guacamole wrap, and it was delicious. The staff are super friendly and welcoming, making the experience even better. I definitely recommend it!

Ridzuan Amran

Had my first and final meals in the States with an Aleef wrap. Shop was small yet cozy, bloke at counter was welcoming and the sweet lady doing the cooking was very kind. Didn't manage to say goodbye to them when I left, but I would definitely stay in a hotel near here and patro ize them again should I go NYC in future.

Faaria Fatima

This location was near our hotel during our 3 day NY trip. Walked in because they had halal options but ended up with great food and memories. The young guy and the girl in the morning were really friendly and made us feel at home. The food was fresh delicious and fulfilling. Will definitely be back next time we're around. Thank you so much!!

Jessica Lay

Fantastic breakfast, coffee, and service! The gentleman at the counter was so friendly and very nice to us. I highly recommend stopping by here!!!!

+12

Irish Pub near Port Authority Station. Popped into this joint while meeting with a friend. I went during happy hour and ordered various frozen drinks and also some eats. I ordered the fish tacos, and quite honestly i was very surprised, my expectations for bar food is well adjusted but yes, that fish was one of the most moist, and supple fried fish ever, even for a bar; so i was quite impressed and surprised by the quality of the fish tacos. now on other hand, i ordered their 10$ frozen margaritas and pina colada; now it wasn't bad by any means, it felt a bit short on alcohol or rum, i tasted a lot of mix and sugar, but not much alcohol, and mind you, i have very low tolerance for alcohol now, so it must of been quite absent. The staff was nice and attentive, and I would go back, perhaps this time, beers, and most of all, that fish taco again.

They were understaffed. We and all the tables around us were waiting for the server for various needs - ordering, drink refills, check, etc. The person filling our water was attentive so we had to communicate via him a couple times. We were stressed because we had a show to go to. On the positive side, the place had a warm, inviting atmosphere, reasonably priced drinks and food, and great vegetarian options. My husband and I liked our entrees - cod and a mushroom flatbread. The Joyce Amber was good too. I would come back on a night when we have no time constraints.

Typical burger joint but a great find for that part of the city. Reasonable prices and moderately good food. Very large interior (unusually so for midtown). Perfect for a quick meal before a show. I'd go back.

Stella Raiford

The staff here are absolutely wonderful! I stayed next door and just popped in for a mid-day coffee. Everyone was so friendly, and the menu looked really fresh and inviting. It was a great little stop!

Filip Ionescu

Aleef Café offers a decent grab-and-go experience with a varied menu focused on convenience and healthy options. The atmosphere inside is simple but welcoming, featuring a mix of pre-prepared items and fresh-made offerings like sandwiches, paninis, wraps, and salads. Food Quality: • Sandwiches: The sandwiches tasted fine, though they could benefit from a little more seasoning, especially salt. The fillings were fresh but slightly bland, lacking that final touch of flavor that could elevate the experience. Adding a pinch of salt would make a significant difference. • Muffins: The muffins were a highlight! They were soft, fresh, and had the perfect balance of sweetness. Definitely a standout item worth trying. • Smoothies and Fresh Juice: Although not tasted in this visit, the café offers a wide selection of smoothies and juices, making it appealing for those looking for healthier options. Coffee: The coffee was superb. It had a rich, full-bodied flavor, perfect for a quick pick-me-up. If you’re looking for a great coffee stop, this café won’t disappoint in that department.

+3

Quite a horrible experience. I had the most salty sweet potato fries I have ever tasted, they were just covered in salt, uneatable. Really don’t understand why, cause otherwise they would have been quite good. The burger bun was not good either. The waiter didn’t hear our order of the beer correctly, took the wrong one away, but then still charged us. Also I ordered red wine, but got white, but at least there the waiter acknowledged that he mixed things up (the wine was pretty bad btw). Crème brûlée was too sweet, the chocolate cake didn’t have the right texture. 20% tip was added automatically to our group of 4. Really don’t understand how they can have such a high score.

I am rating this off my son and my second visit. He brought me to NYC to celebrate my 70th birthday. The pub was right next door to our hotel. Our first night in down we stopped in for happy hour. Had a very nice waiter, reasonably priced happy hour drinks and an appetizer. The second night on the way back from celebrating my birthday we decided to stop in before going back to the hotel. We were not even there for 1&1/2 hours as the bar closed at midnight. I had house Chardonnay and my son had well drinks, gin and tonic. We each had a couple of shots of Bailey. The bartender was not personable and as he wanted to clear the bar by midnight he brings one of those stupid card readers around and charges you without ever presenting a bill. Unfortunately my son did not asked for a receipt. Imagine his surprise when he checked his account later and the total was $150. How we spent that much in that amount of time is beyond me. Something does not add up ASK FOR A PRINTED RECEIPT BEFORE PAYING. WOULD NEVER GO BACK!

We were super disappointed with this place. Sat down and the bartender told us the kitchen was closed but we could order drinks. This was surprising because it was only 9:30 and the hours said they closed at midnight. Decided to stay for a few drinks since it was our last night in NYC and it was close to our hotel. The bartender was talking to another customer nearby said several times that “it was slow so they were going to close soon.” She continued her conversation with him and took at least 10 minutes to take our drink order. 2 other groups walked in not long after us and were immediately told it was last call even though we had been told it was ok for us to stay when we had asked to close out. Not sure if this is a regular practice on slower nights but it made the whole experience super uncomfortable. We only stayed long enough to finish our drinks. Sad that the good reviews were so misleading. Would have chosen to go to one of the other bars we had enjoyed instead of wasting our time here