Crema's Take
“Sant Ambroeus nails the Italian caffè experience with a genuinely social standing bar and exceptional pastries—the cream cornetti and hazelnut sponge cake are worth the trip alone—but go in knowing the espresso itself is inconsistent and won't blow you away. The vibe and sweets make up for the hit-or-miss coffee, especially if you're looking for an authentic Italian-style coffee break rather than precision third-wave brewing. It's a solid choice for leisurely pastry-focused visits, less so if you're a purist about your shot.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →THE best cream cornetto I've had, perfectly made. Not the best coffee but the cornetto offset it in my opinion. Was super busy and didn't have that much waiting area but the outside seating was warm with the lights.
I witnessed several atrocities by the barista. Unsurprisingly, the espresso wasn't great. On the plus side, the to-go lid was of very high quality, and I appreciated that the person who put it on made a point of not touching the mouth area.
Most authentic Italian caffè I've found in New York. The standing bar feels authentic to Italy and very social. Cappuccinos are quite good and served in cute glass cups with Sant Amboreus signature branding. They also serve small sandwiches that are just like the ones you…
We knowingly paid 13$ for a slice of cake hoping the cake would be amazing! It was not All three coffees, cappuccino, mocha and iced latte were sad. Not recommended
wow. this is my reaction to Sant Ambroeus chocolate mousse cake and Gianduia hazelnut sponge. This was a delicious experience. The hazelnut wins an award from me 👏 The inner crunch is amazing. I had it to go, the box is lovely, overall visit was quick, pleasant. It's a…
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