Crema's Take
“Pura Vida brings a full-throttle Miami aesthetic to the Upper East Side with vibrant, Instagram-worthy decor that feels like stepping into a tropical fever dream, backed up by genuinely solid cortados and fresh pastries. The balanced menu of healthy dishes and quality ingredients keeps the crowd happy whether you're grabbing a quick breakfast sandwich or settling in with your laptop, and the calm atmosphere makes it feel less like a scene and more like a genuine neighborhood gathering spot. If you want that breezy, colorful Miami energy without the flight, this is the closest thing the neighborhood has.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Dog friendly. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →This place is a perfect balance between healthy eating and amazing taste. The menu offers a great variety of fit and well-balanced dishes, making it easy to find options for different preferences and lifestyles. Every dish is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared, proving…
Had an amazing experience here! I ordered the Caesar chicken wrap and it was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly made. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients. Shoutout to Guille, who helped us and made the experience even better with great service…
I had a wonderful experience at Pura Vida. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere felt very calm and welcoming, making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy the meal. The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, and high quality. Everything came out very quickly, with little…
Miami cafe in NYC, Decors definitely tell you that. Friday morning, many people having breakfast and coffee. Ordered a croissant sandwich, cortado and cappuccino. Food portion is great, and staffs service were excellent; they kept checking our table making sure it's clean. If…
If it’s your dream to sip pink smoothies in an overly perfumed movie set, then look no further. The long-awaited Pura Vida Miami has made it to the Upper East Side. It’s certainly eye-catching with its abundant outdoor seating, large fake plants, and crowd of well-manicured…
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