Crema's Take
“The Hungarian Pastry Shop's hand-pulled bakery string and wall of fresh cakes create an old-world European charm that's become the unofficial living room for Columbia students and neighborhood regulars alike. The pastries—especially the carrot cake and almond horns—are genuinely excellent and made fresh daily, with prices that feel almost generous for New York. If you're after a leisurely coffee, a seat by the window, and something genuinely delicious to eat, this place delivers consistently; just expect a line and a room full of people in no rush to leave.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →This place is lovely. The hand written signs, bakery string pulled down from above the counter, kind young ladies behind a wall of cakes, great prices, a sea of chatting table sitting college students, a down to earth spirit hungered for by the line waiters out the door… and the…
This coffee shop and bakery is well known for a reason. I’ve been coming here for years, and the quality of their drinks and baked goods have remained consistently amazing, and you can tell everything is made with care. My favorites are their cappuccino topped with cinnamon,…
Best carrot cake I’ve had. Made a special one for my gf’s birthday with less than a day turnaround. Thank you! Almond horns are amazing too! Very friend service!
I’ve been a few times at this cafeteria and I’ve also gotten desserts to bring home: - the pumpkin pie and cheese cake mix is the best dessert they have. - the balaclava isn’t close to the real middle eastern balaclava and I don’t ever order it again. - the cardamon bun is dried…
Hyped up pastry shop near Columbia University. The interior is cool, the waiting line long, the staff remains lovely. The pastries and cakes were nice, but to be honest, I would not travel across town just for that purpose.
Crema Reviews
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