Crema's Take
“Sant Ambroeus executes beautifully plated Italian-style coffee drinks and pastries with genuine craft, though you're paying a premium for the aesthetic refinement and upscale crowd that comes with it. The Nordico and other signature drinks showcase their espresso focus, but some regulars feel the portions don't justify the price—go for the experience and Instagram-worthy presentation rather than value. It's an excellent spot for a leisurely sit if you appreciate elegantly deconstructed food and don't mind lingering over an expensive cappuccino.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →the perfect spot for drinks, coffee and a light bite.
The yogurt parfait looked good with the deconstruction as a nice elegant touch. The Nordico was expensive for being so small. In addition the bread was crumbly and cold rye which is good for soups but not for salmon; nowadays the ryes for salmon are pillowy. I know it's classic…
I haven’t tried anything here yet, simply because I didn’t really feel like it this time. The display didn’t look very fresh, and although there were quite a few staff members, there were no guests, and the team seemed busy with something else. I got the impression that the food…
I have often walked by the Sant Ambroeus Coffee Bar on Third Avenue but always had the distinct impression that it was overpriced and seemed to attract a certain clientele that didn’t mind spending more because it limited the kinds of customers who might prefer a cheaper cup of…
A cute coffee bar with big flavor. The grain salad was elegantly flavored, refreshing and also filling. Perfect for summer days. The hot chocolate is not particularly dense, in terms of texture, compared with other Italian hot chocolate in the city. However I found it soothing,…
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