Amazing cafe and pastry place. They are baking fresh bread and pastry everyday. Located in middle of Manhattan. Decent and delicious. Highly recommend this place.

+4

The incredible quality of the bread and coffee amazes me every day. Having worked in the area for over 20 years, I have no doubt that this restaurant will raise the area even higher.

+4

Matcha latte: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Matcha canelé: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (great texture, slightly too sweet) Petite multigrain baguette: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ chewy yet soft, I could eat the whole thing by itself

This café/bakery is absolutely stunning. Very comfortable seating with a cozy/warm vibe and delicious food!  Their focaccia is light and flavorful. All of their baked goods are delicious: thick chocolate cookies, rich matcha scones, and light and fresh lemon madeleines; how could you not stop by and try one? Their sandwich section is my personal favorite! I love jambon beurre, and this place did not disappoint. The perfect texture of the baguette, the rich butter flavor, and the generous amount of French ham reminded me of jambon beurre from Paris. This place adds little bit of seratonin in your busy New York life. It could be a quick grab-and-go breakfast spot or a cute little brunch spot with your friends and people you care about.

The bread is delicious and they use bordier butter in their jambon beurre. Yum!

My new favorite. Great atmosphere, terrific coffee and food and helpful, friendly staff. A marvelous discovery for me and I can’t wait to bring my friends. Thank you

Hands down the best latte in town! The baristas remember my order, and the cozy atmosphere makes it perfect for reading or catching up with friends. Their cinnamon rolls are heavenly, always fresh and warm. My happy & current favorite place for sure! 10/10 recommended!

If you want quick bite to eat, this is the first cafe you should go to in Midtown. Clean, spacious, comfortable and delicious. What more do you want?

Madison Bordier Butter sold here, best butter in the world and many of their pastries are made with it, their flavor reflects that quality ingredient.

Great saucisson sec sandwich! Plenty of cornichons on it! (I got mine on a regular baguette - the classic as opposed to the menu's multigrain baguette)

The country pate sandwich is unbelievable—buttery, umami, perfect bread. Coffee also delicious. Space is good for a quick journaling break/working.

I finally found the place where they know how to make real Baguette. Their Croissants are high quality too. Tomatoes on the salad are delicious and nicely matched with their dressing. I would love to learn how to make this salad dressing. Small opening in the front, but surprisingly spacious in the back. I would love to come back and try everything on their menu.

Their mushroom foccacia, Jambonbuerre and avocado toast are the best in the city!!!!!!!!! Also so clean and cozy place to stay

What a lovely setting. Sitting all through to the rear that was nice and cool on a very warm day. The bread was delicious, tasty and fresh and the overnight oats get the 5 stars. Coffee was tasty also.

Hands down the best bakery in the city. Amazing staff, service but most of all exceptional pastries, sandwiches and coffee! Must try their jambon beurre and croissant!

High quality cafe - great coffee, sandwiches and pastries. Very friendly personnel. Very pleasant interior and atmosphere. Definitely coming back. 😀

I can be sure that it is the cheapest and the most delicious bakery in the city. It is certain that baristas have at least five years of experience.

A nice cozy place with great coffee, fast service, and whatever you order to eat, you will like it. We visit it every time we come to New York and never regretted it.

Incredible gem in nyc (jewlery district) offering tasty treats, light fare, coffees and select wine for the afternoon and after work crowd. I live on the avocado toast, croque monsieur, rosemary scone and iced latte. The dining in area is cute and perfect to get quick work done. Also the staff is amazing above and beyond cool and friendly. Perfect oasis from the hustle and bustle outside.

A delicious menu full of fresh-baked bread and pastries made from good ingredients, run by a thoughtful team in a beautiful space. Easily one of the best baguettes around. I'd be here every day if I lived closer!!

Coffee & pastry were exceptional. Wish I had a chance to try the fantastic looking sandwiches. Staff was so nice. Will definitely go back next time I'm in town.

Exceptional decaf flat white ! Tastes unbelievably good. And a smoked salmon sandwich with delightful bread. I came in the morning on a Friday and it was very relaxed.

So good!! Their breads are very well baked. fresh not too heavy the soup was really good too! We loved the latte and cappucino too🥰 the vibe was cozy and cute!! wanna visit again for their bakeries!!

Great cafe with a yummy chocolate chip cookie and plenty of seating and wifi.

Bustling which is what my wife and I love to see for a small business. The food was delicious and simple. Coffee and matcha drink listed had a great temperature. The back of the cafe is the coziest area to sit in our opinion. Would definitely return if we lived in the area.

I love this place. Yummy food, delicious coffee, and a nice environment.

+1

A fantastic cup of coffee in Midtown. They use great roasters from around the country which is fun. Pastries are solid as well but their coffee is really on another level.

The jambon beurre from Pavé is so slept on! I was obsessed with jambon beurres for a few months and tried many across the city — from l’ami pierre, ALF, le petit parisien, madame bonté, etc and Pavé is by far the best. The bread is so fragrant and fresh, you can really taste the butter (they are generous with it!) and the ham is just salty enough. In my opinion, Pavé has the best jambon beurre in all of NYC.

I ordered a baguette, but the staff informed me that I would need to wait 10 minutes for a fresh batch. I really appreciated this, as they brought me a hot, freshly baked baguette, neatly packed in a bag with a handle. This made it easy for me to carry it all the way home to Long Island. It was delicious!

I found a nice and delicious place. The food is so delicious.

Beautiful place for coffee and food!!! Great place to get work done (wifi, outlets that also accommodate usbs, sturdy tables, and incredibly clean + airy) — wonderful spot, definitely coming back!!

I heard about Pavé the day before my visit. What caught my attention was the endorsement that it had the best fresh breads. I love bread. The next day the sunshine made so happy, that I walked to Pavé. The store is cute and has outdoor seating. It smells yummy and has enough options to make you pause and think about that you want as a first-timer, but not too many that you are overwhelmed. I ordered bread and butter, and a Burrata Salad. The bread was fresh, and my salad delicious. I will return. I want to try the hot chocolate next and a sandwich. If you're looking for a simple place with amazing bread, fast service, and outdoor seating, try Pavé. If you want tea and a place to sit and chat, try Pavé.

Delicious cappuccino and croissants. Recommended

Great food, great ambiance, great service. Had the sourdough Croque Monsieur and it was fantastic. The iced chocolate was done very well, as was the coffee. The chocolate chip cookie was a tad too sweet for my liking, but had the right texture/crunch/moist to it. My new favourite bakery in the area.

+5

Pavé is a little oasis tucked into the chaos of Midtown Manhattan. Outside, it’s the usual New York symphony of honking cars, jostling pedestrians and never ending construction. But step through the mint-green doors, and it’s a completely different world: calm classical music, warm lighting, and the gentle scent of freshly baked bread. Service is fast and surprisingly well-coordinated for a busy shop—orders are taken and served quickly, and there’s even table service, which adds a touch of hospitality rare in this part of town. I tried the smoked salmon sandwich: the fish was indeed salty (as expected), but the baguette had a great chew without being tough, and the green-onion cream cheese was wonderfully rich and flavorful. Cappuccino was above average—smooth and satisfying. Bonus points for selling SEY coffee beans and for a quirky little detail: you have to solve a mini puzzle to get the WiFi password. Thoughtful touches like that, combined with quality food and a serene atmosphere, make Pavé a lovely Midtown stop.

+6

The best baguette I have ever had in my entire life. It was freshly baked, warm, and perfectly crispy on the outside while soft and chewy on the inside. The bread flavor was amazing. We also got some other sweets such as pound cake, green tea scone, chocolate chip cookie, and drinks. We went back a second time because it was so good. I highly recommend coming here if you love baked goods and bread!

+6

A 10/10 study or work cafe in Midtown area: good pastries, decent coffee, ample seating, clean restroom, and free wifi. It gets busier on weekdays afternoon, but it's still easy to secure a table. ＊Mushroom Potato Foccacia They heated up the foccacia for me, giving it the soft and chewy texture. The bottom didn't soak in oil like sometimes the other foccacia does. ＊Matcha Scone The matcha scone was studded with white chocolate chips. The two flavor complemented each other pretty well even I am not a fan of white choc. The matcha was distinguishable but on the milder side. It was baked with crispy edges. ＊Latte Smooth and silky milk foam with beautiful latte art. It created a great chemistry with the nutty espresso base.

Some of the places around the area might have good food but we wouldn't know because they don't always have big enough seating to accommodate 5 people. Here at Pave, not only with ample seating, they are cozy and welcoming! We arrived in the morning and got all the different sandwiches they had on the menu, one plain baguette and one slice of pound cake. All were delicious. They thoughtfully bought the baguette to us cut into 5 pieces warmed with butter on the side. It was so very crusty on the outside and chewy inside with perfect amount of saltiness! Trust me, you'll want to return for more because we are!

+1

I love here. Food is amazing and coffee is good. The restroom is clean, and comfortable to stay. Sweets are phenomenal. You should try. Highly recommend.

+1

Found this great French cafe just beside our hotel - a gem! Great food and excellent service. And they carry butter from France!

+6

Taking a chance on a new cute spot did not disappoint! I ordered a breve latte, added their scrumptious brown sugar syrup and the chorizo zucchini focaccia and give that combo a 12/10. Stop by for some yummy treats and a beautiful vibe inside.

Beautiful café! Pavé has a great aesthetic and vibe. Nice spot to work while enjoying all of their pastries and sandwiches. The salad was also very good... light and refreshing with the lemon vinaigrette. All of their breads are on point, but the baguette definitely stole the show for me! Will be a regular for sure.

+2

Unique local vibe to the building, menu and atmosphere. I made 3 separate transactions, with questions in between. Everybody was helpful and informative. The menu board is written on a long roll of brown paper. I assume that means it changes often.

THE CROISSANT IS MADE WITH BORDIER BUTTER. Best croissant in nyc? Yes, very likely. Also the pate sandwich is delicious. This place is unassuming but EXCELLENT

Beautiful space with delicious baguettes and pastries. Their coffee is also super tasty! Bought a whole box of assorted pastries to share with friends. Must stop by whenever you’re in midtown!

How did I not know about this place?? Tasty European sandwiches - my favorites are the Jambon Beurre and Saucisson Sec. The multigrain baguette is the way to go with any sandwich. Will be back to try all the other goodies!

I swear I have Stockholm Syndrome with this cafe — I find myself drawn back every time I am in the City! The intimate setting, impeccable service, and insane food quality. Highly recommend their oat milk lattes, green tea scone, and honestly any of their baguette sandwiches. My favorite brunch cafe in all of New York and will forever be back!

Excellent cafe to sit down and take a break. There are many seats in the back and the wifi is reliable. The staff is very friendly. I only had a quick cold brew and a banana bread slice as a snack, but did enjoy them both. Would come back to try the other interesting food options.

Such a cute little shop! Their bread was hands down the best I had. Even hours after ordering (bread and butter) that I got around to eating it, it still tasted so fresh! The staff was very kind and efficient. I had their orange juice and it tastes so fresh, not sure if it is freshly squeezed.. They were very busy, as almost all seating was full. Not only do they have food and pastries, they offer a variety of coffee/teas/drinks.

Zenn Tomokane

The place had a good crowd inside on a Thursday around 11am. Was in the area just looking for coffee and a snack. Friendly staff, tasty croissant. I paid around $10 for drip coffee and a croissant including a tip. Decided to sit outside on the small table.

Yolanda Triana

The food is great, the service is good and the prices are reasonable. I eat in this very nice place at least once a month. Love their Turkey croissant sandwich and their salmon sandwich. The coffee is very good too! I recommend this place.

Richard W

Loved the croissant, which was springy and fluffy and highly aromatic due to the Bordier butter. For me, the canele’s interior was a bit too loose, and the paté tasted perfect on its own but needed a pinch more salt when sandwiched in a baguette.

+1

Syed Ashrafulla

Wonderful find in midtown. The baguettes are on point, a thin crunch on the outside with a very moist and airy medium. The jambon beurre is the top top top recommendation, with a lovely fatty butter and a tangy mustard and a thinly sliced meat that work perfectly together. The country pâte had those great moist chunks of meat and fat and flavor, soft enough for the baguette but not a paste as is often found in NYC. The drip coffee was on point, actually being not too hot with the water. The atmosphere is great, with a front part for the quick socialization and a back part for the deeper chats. Use the front to work or to say hi quickly. If you need to give dating advice or career advice, get some coffee and sandwiches and go to the back. The staff are excellent and ensure the area is clean, making the cafe easy to enjoy. For coffee nerds, I was told Tuesdays are when you can get the pourovers (their lineup looks legit). Highly highly recommend, this will be a place I visit frequently as long as I work in midtown.

+6

Tanja Markovic Zaatman

Pavé was such a lovely surprise in the middle of busy Midtown. It’s a small, cozy place that instantly makes you feel relaxed, a perfect escape from the usual city madness just a few steps away. The staff is genuinely friendly and welcoming, the kind of service that makes you want to stay a bit longer. Breakfast was excellent, beautifully prepared, and the coffee was really good - exactly what you need to start a New York day properly. We liked it so much that we actually went back a second time, which says it all. If you’re looking for a calm, charming spot with great breakfast and coffee in Midtown, Pavé is definitely worth a visit

+1

Desiree Pillay

Wow!!! love this spot on 5th Ave, definite must do if you visiting NYC. Good seating by New York standards. Food and Coffee on point...

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

The green tea scone has very pleasant green tea aroma and isn’t too sweet, but the texture isn’t really what I expected. It’s a bit dry and not buttery enough to me.

I liked the pastry better than the coffee. It was very busy when i went at 9:30 on a Thursday.

Food was good. Service was okay, but attitude could be better.

If you’re someone who appreciates the craft of a good sourdough or the crunch of a perfectly made baguette, Pavé will feel like a dream. The bakery is small, but everything inside from the crusty loaves to the delicate pastries feels meticulously made. Their coffee program holds its own too, making it easy to stay longer than planned. There’s nothing overdone here just honest ingredients, gentle hospitality, and a vibe that feels like a quiet corner of Europe in the middle of Manhattan.

The place is nicely done. Food was delicious fresh and tasty, but $15 for this avocado toast is a little too pricy. Pastries were okay and I have had better stuff elsewhere.

This was an adorable cafe that I found while on the hunt for a cuppa coffee. So cute, staff was friendly and efficient. It was a nice place to sit for a few mins and enjoy coffee and a slice of banana bread. Def have to come back next time I’m in town.

A cute ambiance, pretty colors and wide selection of drinks. Feels homey and non-chainy, a rare find for a midtown. But $1 extra for plant based milks is ridiculous (only 3 kind are available). The matcha is very diluted, barely light green. Could be more generous for $6. Lots if seating inside in the back.

+1

Great place for coffee and breakfast. While it doesn't look as buzzing and "instagramable" as nearby Maman, I would pick Pavé any day off the week. I had a cortado and a croissant, the latter being a barometer for whether a bakery knows their stuff. The croissant has a great taste, but like many American bakeries, they overdo the size. It had good flakiness, leaning a bit too much to crunchiness, but it was still a good croissant. They nailed the cortado, so even though it's not necessarily a coffee shop, I'd come back for it. The staff was super nice and seem to know exactly what they're doing. Definitely recommend Pavé!

The place offers unique food that is not always found in typical Manhattan eateries. Products seem high quality, but it's all on the expensive side: the products in the photo cost $29. At that price range I'd expect the salad to be served with a piece of bread. If you don't mind the price, there are plenty of interesting dishes to try here.

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

Not the best cafe I've been to in terms of food and ambiance, which is why I'm giving it 3 stars. Nothing bad about it. I got a Vanilla Iced Latte, which was too milky to enjoy. The plain croissant was good. Expensive but typical New York prices. In terms of working, there is pretty much one outlet per table and reliable WiFi. My friends and I were here for a couple hours to work, and they didn't rush us out at any point which was great. Wouldn't come back here though because of the mediocre food.

Coffee tastes good, food was max. average, service was bad - people don't smile there. Would avoid this place or just buy coffee to go.

Cute cafe. It’s pretty busy during the day! I love their drip coffee. Service is so-so. I updated this review because I got their ice matcha for the first time. I don’t recommend it as they don’t mix the matcha well before pouring it over ice. Coffee is the best choice.

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.

It would be a cute place to sit for coffee and a pastry, if the coffee and pastries were better. I ordered an iced americano which was so light that it looked like iced tea. When I asked how many shots were in it, the barista was rude and walked away from me. I ended up buying (wasting money on) something different because it was like drinking dirty water. The avocado toast was bland, with ice cold tomatoes, although the multigrain bread was nice. The croissants were tough and tasted a little stale, which was a surprise since they were just named some of the best in NY and the cafe claims to make them fresh throughout the day. Overall the staff are rude, the coffee is way too watery, and the food is mediocre. There are better cafes within a few blocks.

The avocado toast was one small piece of toast with a thin smear of avocado--totally unsatisfying even for a light breakfast. The pastries were dry and stale. A total disappointment. I would not recommend this place to anybody.

They staff was friendly at the register. Cappuccino taste well. However, as I am sitting here and having my drink, I feel so naseous because of the smell in this coffee shop. It smells like dogs and cat urine, I came here to study but have to leave, can't stand the smell.

The place is nice and clean with nice atmosphere . The cofee is good However they may want to make there Coffes little hotter. It's low temperature. Also. Some of the servers Must take hospitality training to how to behave with there guests. Rudeness is not an option

Went in for the first time, and my drink was made very poorly with honey syrup all glopped together (wasn’t even remotely sweet tasting and awful texture from the honey syrup) - I asked the cashier very politely if I could get another flavor of latte instead. They looked at me like I had 4 heads and said that I could stir it up or add in syrup in the already messed up beverage. I asked if I could please just get a new drink with it corrected, they said they needed to “check” with the barista. I waited for over 5-6 min with my crying child only to find out they wouldn’t remake it and told me I simply needed to just “stir it up”. So I went straight to the barista myself and said, could you please remake this for a vanilla latte? They also looked at me like I had four heads and did not respond just stared at me, so I stood there waiting on a reply then finally they said OK fine. Took them another 5 to 6 minutes to make that. I might also have the shop is not very busy at this time so no need for the long wait times. They finally remade it but all of that ridiculous hassle I went through while my child was crying was unnecessary and took an additional probably 15 minutes or more just to go through all of that I will definitely not be back. Very unpleasant experience

Very disappointing experience overall. The cafe looks nice and has a cosy seating area packed with people on their laptops. Staff are nice but slow, coffee was a bit of a wait. My espresso was unpleasantly sour and the matcha scone was flavorless, dry and rock solid.

First we were greeted rudely, told to read the sign above that says “line starts here” when we kindly ask where do we order! Our coffee was warm water with a hint of coffee. When we asked if we can get anything stronger, the barista huffed and said “our coffee beans are light and brew like tea”….which honestly based on first impression and greet, it really tasted like it got pressed using left over beans from a previous coffee. When the barista remade our coffee she didn’t bother making eye contact or bringing it to our table. Never again.

Water container could use some cleaning. Disgusting. Not just one thing in the water, but 3.

I was a regular at this cozy cafe that feels unique amongst the high end and expensive options in Midtown. But the staff are so uniformly unfriendly and often rude that I had to find a new local spot to get my morning coffee and sandwich. Plenty of other options with staff that take the trouble to be polite to their customers.