Andre A.

Amazing cafe - spot on food, service, and vibe. We absolutely loved it. Order at counter - lots of choices from pastries to sandwiches. Plenty of seating in back with cosy vibe. Service was friendly and personal. Food was excellent - we loved the sandwich with melted cheese and ham… genuine raclette by the kitchen. Very cool. Highly recommend.

+9

Flora

Pavé in Midtown is such a lovely escape from the Midtown rush. I ordered the passion fruit brioche and the green tea scone — both were delicate and beautifully made. The brioche had a soft, buttery crumb with just the right touch of tropical tang from the passion fruit, not overly sweet but full of flavor. The green tea scone was fragrant and slightly earthy, perfectly balanced with a tender texture instead of being dry like most scones. The space itself feels calm and refined, filled with the scent of freshly baked bread and espresso. Service is friendly but relaxed, and everything feels quietly confident. A perfect spot to pause and treat yourself to something genuinely well-crafted.

+1

Mercedes Smelik

I had the most unforgettable salmon sandwich in my life. I modified it to be on a croissant, and I don’t think I’ll ever be able to forget it. It was savory, slightly slightly sweet from the croissant, creamy, crunchy, tangy, FLAVOR BOMB. The capers, dill, and onions added such an amazing freshness to the sandwich, and the cream cheese also tasted out of this world. I don’t know how it was so good, but I will dream about this place after I leave NY. The coffees we got were not my favorite, the flavor of the coffee itself was a little weak, and Im not sure if it’s because they do one shot in their lattes or…. I tried a plain latte so I was hoping for something a little stronger, but maybe it was just my fault I didn’t size down to a smaller cup. My husband is picky with coffee too, except he’s picky in the way that he needs it diabetically sweet. Even asking for extra sweet, it wasn’t sweet enough for him (more of a him problem than anything else lol), so be warned if you like reaalllyy sweet coffee. There were lots of places to sit at here, and the house was full. It must be a pretty popular place for locals and tourists alike. The service was also great, the guy taking our order was very kind and friendly. I would go there again for the food, but perhaps not the coffee for my personal taste.

Shako Liu

I can see why this is rated one of the best cafes in NYC. The vibe is rustic, idyllic, and serene. I love that I can talk to my friends without shouting at each other. The coffee is silky smooth, and very delicious. It’s like a cool escape in the bustling midtown.

Hung Nguyen

Hidden gems in cafe and bakery for breakfast in downtown. Wide selection of food and everything is delicious. Price are high as about 25-30/per

+3

Michelle Boyd

Avocado toast is one of those things that are on almost every menu and hardly ever worth the price lol. This place is different! Every time I’m in NY, I come here for their toast and a latte. Fresh food, clean place with ample seating, and good service. I recommend it if you need a quick breakfast on the way to work!

Antonia N.

If you love croissants- this is the place to go. The NYT was right- once again. It’s buttery and flaky, just the way you want it. The cafe itself is also very aesthetic and cozy- highly recommend!

+1

Luke “cliché Gamer” McDonald

This has to be one of the best coffee shops in New York City! I heard about Pave after eating at Noreetuh. The quality that we had at Pave was great! The baguettes had the perfect texture and were fresh, I even saw them baking some in their ovens. The Country Pate was amazing and my wife loved it. We also got the Truffle Baguette which was also really good! The Canale I had was super good! And lastly my cappuccino was the best I can remember in NYC! If you’re looking for a great vibe, great coffee, and not way over pay! You need to check this place out!

+1

Alpaca Paca

Came here for breakfast, with a couple of coffee and pastry. I love the coffee served in ceramic cup (rather then disposable ones) with beautiful latte art! The cozy ambiance definitely makes the dining experience very enjoyable!

+3

Ellen

Took the first sip of their flat white and was so pleasantly surprised by the taste of their espresso. I asked what coffee beans they used - regalia rainbow hopper. The coffee taste was bold, fruity and acidic. Very unique and delicious!

+14

Susan Ding

Definitely worth 2025 NY local favorites! Glad to find this coffee shop near my hotel. It’s bigger than you see from outside, many seating spaces and nice interiors. Friendly staff, great coffee and very relaxing atmosphere. Highly recommended.

+5

Young Kim

Nice cafe, open early. Had their jambon beurre with cheese - nice crisp piece of baguette, generous ham. Coffee was good. Lots of seating, but the place was crowded on a weekday morning.

+1

Q’s Reviews

It’s an alright place. In my opinion too overpriced. The food was good but did not blow me out of this world for this price. The cafe mocha was amazing I will say. Worth the money. It’s a bit cold in the place and I would say you might want to keep your layers on.

Jack

Unfortunately I think their coffee is getting worse - which is a shame because I loved it when first going. The espresso is thin, with next to no crema, and tastes watery. Their milk drinks leave a bit to be desired tasting overly milky and zero attention to detail when pouring. Food always looks great though and vibes are unmatched there, and it’s a great cafe escape in midtown.