Business Details
11 Years
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Experience the Charm of NYCs Most Famous Cafe
Cafe Lalo stands as a premier European-inspired cafe nestled in the heart of New York City. Since 2015, we have cultivated a reputation for our exquisite desserts, artisanal coffee, and vibrant social atmosphere. Our design, featuring floor-to-ceiling French windows and open-air ambiance, transports guests to a charming European setting. We offer a diverse menu of fresh baked goods, tropical fruits, premium coffee, and late-night bar service with top-shelf spirits. Our expansion into brunch service caters to both weekday professionals and weekend patrons seeking a relaxed dining experience.Featured in the iconic film *You've Got Mail*, we continue to attract locals, artists, and visitors alike. Our commitment to quality extends to gluten-free options and world-class connoisseur cheese platters. With extended hours seven days a week, we serve as a hub for creative minds and social gatherings. Our staff prides itself on creating an inclusive environment where every guest feels welcomed. From intimate dates to special occasion catering, Cafe Lalo remains dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences through food, ambiance, and service.
Services
Coffee Service
Dessert Selection
Brunch Menu
Live Music
Catering Service
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer European-inspired ambiance with floor-to-ceiling windows and open-air design.
- Our menu features over 100 specialty desserts for any occasion.
- We serve premium Super Coffee and late-night bar selections daily.
- We provide gluten-free options that maintain exceptional taste and quality.
- Our cafe doubles as a cultural landmark featured in *You've Got Mail*.
What people say
Divine desserts
Beautiful location
Movie filming site
Gluten-free options
Relaxing atmosphere
Services
Coffee Service
Our coffee service features premium Super Premium Coffee, cappuccinos, and espressos. We offer both regular and decaffeinated options sourced for optimal flavor. The bar also stocks top-shelf spirits and dessert wines for evening patrons seeking specialty drinks.
Dessert Selection
We provide over 100 whole cakes, pies, and tarts for special occasions. Our daily offerings include tres leches cake, chocolate banana cheesecake, and European pastries. Gluten-free waffles and fresh fruit toppings cater to diverse dietary preferences.
Brunch Menu
Our brunch menu serves fresh baked breads, muffins, croissants, and pastries daily. We offer smoked fish, steamed eggs, Belgian waffles, sandwiches, salads, and organic cereals. Hours vary between weekdays (8am-4pm) and weekends (9am-4pm).
Live Music
Cafe Lalo features live music performances that complement our European ambiance. The soundtrack includes soothing jazz and classical selections that enhance the relaxed atmosphere for patrons seeking cultural enrichment with their dining experience.
Catering Service
We provide catering for birthdays, anniversaries, and special events. Our dessert-focused offerings include custom cake orders and connoisseur cheese platters. The service extends our European cafe experience to private gatherings and celebrations.
Questions
What makes Cafe Lalo unique compared to other NYC cafes?
Our European design with French windows creates an open-air atmosphere. We're famous for desserts and were featured in *You've Got Mail*. The combination of 24-hour operation and cultural ambiance sets us apart.
Does Cafe Lalo offer gluten-free menu options?
Yes, we provide gluten-free waffles that maintain exceptional taste and quality. Our staff can guide you through other naturally gluten-free menu items as well.
What are the late-night service hours at Cafe Lalo?
We serve until 1:00 AM Monday-Thursday and Sunday. On Fridays and Saturdays, our bar remains open until 3:00 AM to accommodate nightlife patrons.
Can I order custom desserts for special events?
Yes, we offer over 100 whole cakes, pies, and tarts for special occasions. Our catering team handles custom orders for birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate events.
Is Cafe Lalo accessible for large groups or private events?
Our main dining area accommodates social gatherings naturally. For private events, we recommend contacting us directly to discuss space availability and catering options.
Reviews (7)
A. L.
Dec 07, 2019
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Its nice to see cafe like this one exist. It gave me a instant feel of being in Paris bez of the decor and furniture. A cosy romantic feel for a 1st date or after dinner stop. The staff was great, pleasant. There is also good variety of things. The beautiful variety of cakes and the atmosphere Drew is in. Quite a lot to choose from. Chocolate lovers fav but I had forgot how much I love red velvet cake. So I forgo the many beautiful chocolate cake options and picked the red velvet which didnt disappoint. That is my personal taste bud. It was moist and not too sweet. Understand I have high
Master IOqY
Nov 18, 2019
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The venerable You've Got Mail haunt is still alive and well for cakes, coffees, desserts, and brunch. No more creme brulee but the other faves are still there like their excellent tiramisu and affogato. Service is friendly but can be a bit aloof. Open late so great for a late night get together on the upper west side.
Natalie Nikolaieva
Oct 09, 2019
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Pretty good place to have a cup of coffee and try amazing desserts. They have an amazing variety of cakes, cheesecakes, cookies and pastries. Also have a regular menu and lunch options. Coffee, tea, wine. They have And of course, if you are a huge fan of the classic movie you got a mail you have to visit this place. They have 2 restrooms. Mines - super noisy place: crowded and loud music. I would not recommend for a romantic dinner or a date.
Rebecca
Aug 18, 2019
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Super pricey (for a family of four buying a coffee and pastry each, youre looking at $60+ plus tip) for the quality (just so-so), crowded, slow service. The pastries I ordered looked delicious but tasted like theyd been sitting in the display for weeks or had freezer-burn. The only reason to go is to experience the atmosphere and French decor.
Lisa Kim
Jul 20, 2019
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It was ok. The plate was cold and food came totally different timing. No water until we asked.
Hollandaise sauce was too vinegary and mustardy.
Cafe late was not so good either. I think coffee bean were old. Staff was nice.
Hollandaise sauce was too vinegary and mustardy.
Cafe late was not so good either. I think coffee bean were old. Staff was nice.
Lana Svetlana
Jan 09, 2019
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The apple Danish and the Russian chocolate coffee cake were very fresh and delicious. Not too sweet, just right. Then place itself is adorable and it's open very late at night.
Andris Vizulis
Jun 26, 2018
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One of my favorite breakfast places anywhere. Super chill atmosphere and great menu items & coffee. Expensive, but for NYC not really. Well worth it, especially for the massive coffee mugs.
