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Service: 3/5 Food: 3.2/5 Price: under $20 What I Ordered: - Tuna Sandwich: wasabi sauce not for me + pools at the bottom, burned my nose, good balance of textures + temperatures, crispy bread
Came here for breakfast on a Monday morning. It was quiet and relatively empty. I ordered a drip coffee and the lox sandwich ($14). The sandwich was filling and very tasty-- I recommend it if you like lox. This is a good spot to bring out of town guests to.
4.0 / 5.0 A Korean-style cafe where you can eat fluffy brioche buns! It's not that big, but it's full of toppings so you'll be full! The slightly spicy sauce goes really well with the brioche bun. The staff are friendly and make your order carefully, which is a delight. The store has seating on the first and second floors, and the restrooms are spacious too! Be careful in the summer as the air conditioning can be too strong! ・HAM
Went to Semicolon for a post-workout breakfast with a friend recently. The service was fast and the staff were friendly. The food was pretty good - I got a hearty Bulgogi egg sandwhich and an iced coffee. However, the prices are a bit steep for what it is. I will likely come back as it is a unique breakfast spot in my area, but I wouldn't necessarily travel far for it.
Two story cafe; interior is a little bland and the tables are not overly clean. Drinks and food takes a while to be prepared. The mango banana smoothie was good. The bulgogi and lox sandwich both had a generous amount of meat and egg. Not sure if it was worth $14, but pretty filling.
Stopped in for an afternoon pistachio latte that did not disappoint. Such a great spot and if I wasn't in a rush, the music and the clean, cozy atmosphere would've reeled me in to stay enjoy my latte. I was able to get a quick video of the barista pouring my latte, she did an amazing job. Highly recommend to stop in. I may do a shaved ice next time. :)
I went to semicolon cafe right before my hair appointment and I quickly picked up an iced latte and a bulgogi egg sandwich. The bulgogi egg sandwich did take about 15 minutes to make and give to my hands so it was a bit time consuming if you are on the go. The bulgogi sandwich had Scrambled eggs with grilled corn, green leaf lettuce, stem tomatoes, marinated beef, bulgogi sauce, toasted brioche bread. The ambiance is warm, friendly, and inviting. The staff was pretty busy; there were two girls at the front counter taking orders and making the coffee drinks. I like how spacious this cafe is. They have two floors with seating available. Great cafe to have a meetup with friends and even a first date. The sandwich tasted superb, the bulgogi was sweet and savory. It is a little expensive for a breakfast spot but I can vouch that you'll get yummy food from here other than this I have only positive things to say about this establishment. 10/10 recommendation.
I've visited this place twice now. The vibe is cute and this coffee shop is nice and spacious. The first time, I tried the lady matcha. It was good but I prefer a stronger, more bitter matcha. This one is so pretty though. With pink popcorn on top so its instagram worthy. On my second visit, I ordered a hot latte instead, and I like it much better. Strong and more to my taste. I also tried the banana bread and it was moist and good.
Best cafe I've been to in NYC in my almost 5 years of residency! At almost 800 reviews, it's a bold statement, but very well deserved for Semicolon Cafe. Best lattes I've had the pleasure of tasting. It has a Korean American feel, and the drinks are not too sweet, unlike Starbucks. Everything was perfectly executed - from food to ambiance. It's a very cozy cafe that you could catch up with a friend or have a nice coffee date. The sandwiches here are so delicious - especially the bulgogi one! The bread is so soft and toasted, with great sauce. Will finely come back and either order the lady matcha or pistachio latte along with a sandwich.
Spacious looking cafe with an upstairs. Sandwiches and drinks were tasty. I got the tiramisu latte, which tasted amazing on a rainy day. Service was relatively fast. They also have high chairs so that's a win for me!
I love the aesthetics of this cafe! Super high ceilings and surprisingly spacious. I had the chicken sandwich and enjoyed it. I was expecting one large piece of breaded chicken, as is the case for most chicken sandwiches, but this one came with multiple chunks of marinated chicken. I'd recommend this place for a quick bite!
Semicolon is always empty, so it's a reliable quick morning bite. The sandwiches are pretty overpriced and small but super tasty.
Ate in 2022: I got their bulgogi egg sandwich while my friend got their lox egg sandwich and tiramisu latte. She liked her sandwich, meanwhile, I thought mine was too sweet. But that was my first time having bulgogi so I did not know that it was going to be sweet lol. Also, the sandwich was kind of bland, wish there was more flavor. This place has a bathroom though, so that's convenient.
1 month ago
Pistachio latte was so freakin good!! Loved the service and how cute this shop was. Plenty of areas to work from. Will definitely be back next time I'm in the area. read more
Cute casual cafe for a coffee and sandwich, or work/study for a few hours! Ambiance/seating: Lots of seating with an upstairs area. Shouldn't be too hard to find a spot, it's also pretty quiet and there's an upstairs area. I went around 11 on a Sunday, and there was plenty of people eating or having coffee, and working /studying, but not too long of a wait. Coffee: I had a plain latte and my friend has pistachio, both were great! They also have some fancy novelty lattes. Food: The sandwiches were really good! There is a variety of egg sandwiches, lox, veggie, chicken. They were just very small and a bit overpriced. They had some pastries as well. WiFi: I didn't notice if they have wifi- but no laptop specific seating. Price: Sandwiches were a bit overpriced for what you get. Bathroom: Yes!!! read more
2 months ago
I finally made it to this coffee shop. Passed few times I wanted to try it out it had been closed. The vibes in here are chill and there is an upstairs with tables to enjoy your coffee and food at. I did not go upstairs as I took my coffee to go. I did not try any of the food here though from what I saw on the menu it all sounded good. I ordered an iced latte with a little Rose flavoring. When I got it and it did not taste like Rose at all, maybe it was because I asked for one pump of the syrup. Oh well. I did like they had the little circle ice cubes too. Service was ok a little on the slow side but it was only one person working. I would go back though and try out other drinks. read more
17 days ago
Came here for breakfast on a Monday morning. It was quiet and relatively empty. I ordered a drip coffee and the lox sandwich ($14). The sandwich was filling and very tasty-- I recommend it if you like lox. This is a good spot to bring out of town guests to. read more
4.0 / 5.0 A Korean-style cafe where you can eat fluffy brioche buns! It's not that big, but it's full of toppings so you'll be full! The slightly spicy sauce goes really well with the brioche bun. The staff are friendly and make your order carefully, which is a delight. The store has seating on the first and second floors, and the restrooms are spacious too! Be careful in the summer as the air conditioning can be too strong! ・HAM read more
10 months ago
Went to Semicolon for a post-workout breakfast with a friend recently. The service was fast and the staff were friendly. The food was pretty good - I got a hearty Bulgogi egg sandwhich and an iced coffee. However, the prices are a bit steep for what it is. I will likely come back as it is a unique breakfast spot in my area, but I wouldn't necessarily travel far for it. read more
10 months ago
Two story cafe; interior is a little bland and the tables are not overly clean. Drinks and food takes a while to be prepared. The mango banana smoothie was good. The bulgogi and lox sandwich both had a generous amount of meat and egg. Not sure if it was worth $14, but pretty filling. read more
11 months ago
Stopped in for an afternoon pistachio latte that did not disappoint. Such a great spot and if I wasn't in a rush, the music and the clean, cozy atmosphere would've reeled me in to stay enjoy my latte. I was able to get a quick video of the barista pouring my latte, she did an amazing job. Highly recommend to stop in. I may do a shaved ice next time. :) read more
I went to semicolon cafe right before my hair appointment and I quickly picked up an iced latte and a bulgogi egg sandwich. The bulgogi egg sandwich did take about 15 minutes to make and give to my hands so it was a bit time consuming if you are on the go. The bulgogi sandwich had Scrambled eggs with grilled corn, green leaf lettuce, stem tomatoes, marinated beef, bulgogi sauce, toasted brioche bread. The ambiance is warm, friendly, and inviting. The staff was pretty busy; there were two girls at the front counter taking orders and making the coffee drinks. I like how spacious this cafe is. They have two floors with seating available. Great cafe to have a meetup with friends and even a first date. The sandwich tasted superb, the bulgogi was sweet and savory. It is a little expensive for a breakfast spot but I can vouch that you'll get yummy food from here other than this I have only positive things to say about this establishment. 10/10 recommendation. read more
10 months ago
I've visited this place twice now. The vibe is cute and this coffee shop is nice and spacious. The first time, I tried the lady matcha. It was good but I prefer a stronger, more bitter matcha. This one is so pretty though. With pink popcorn on top so its instagram worthy. On my second visit, I ordered a hot latte instead, and I like it much better. Strong and more to my taste. I also tried the banana bread and it was moist and good. read more
Best cafe I've been to in NYC in my almost 5 years of residency! At almost 800 reviews, it's a bold statement, but very well deserved for Semicolon Cafe. Best lattes I've had the pleasure of tasting. It has a Korean American feel, and the drinks are not too sweet, unlike Starbucks. Everything was perfectly executed - from food to ambiance. It's a very cozy cafe that you could catch up with a friend or have a nice coffee date. The sandwiches here are so delicious - especially the bulgogi one! The bread is so soft and toasted, with great sauce. Will finely come back and either order the lady matcha or pistachio latte along with a sandwich. read more
Spacious looking cafe with an upstairs. Sandwiches and drinks were tasty. I got the tiramisu latte, which tasted amazing on a rainy day. Service was relatively fast. They also have high chairs so that's a win for me! read more
9 months ago
I love the aesthetics of this cafe! Super high ceilings and surprisingly spacious. I had the chicken sandwich and enjoyed it. I was expecting one large piece of breaded chicken, as is the case for most chicken sandwiches, but this one came with multiple chunks of marinated chicken. I'd recommend this place for a quick bite! read more
Ate in 2022: I got their bulgogi egg sandwich while my friend got their lox egg sandwich and tiramisu latte. She liked her sandwich, meanwhile, I thought mine was too sweet. But that was my first time having bulgogi so I did not know that it was going to be sweet lol. Also, the sandwich was kind of bland, wish there was more flavor. This place has a bathroom though, so that's convenient. read more
1 year ago
Great spot for Korean Egg Sandwiches! I got the avocado Sandwich and I loved it... easy 10/10. It was the perfect start to my Saturday. Will definitely be back! read more
Semicolon has been on my list in other cities but finally got to try in NYC!! For drinks: --Tiramisu latte: Reminded me of a mocha overall but loved how it wasn't too sweet! Also appreciated the espresso to milk to cream ratio! --Pistachio latte: Nutty flavors were prominent without compromising the coffee flavors For sandwiches: --Bulgogi: Meat was well marinated. Eggs came with corn that added some sweetness to the savory background. Appropriate ratio of ingredients. --Mushroom: Heavier on the sauce but I enjoyed it!! Good amount of mushrooms and well seasoned (with the sauce and cheese). You can never go wrong with the arugula mushroom combo! I preferred this one over the bulgogi one! Loved the minimalistic vibes with the painted brick wall and plants throughout. There are two floors for seating. I agree with other Yelpers that lighting isn't great for a cafe but ok for a restaurant. I can see myself coming back for their lattes and for other meet ups! read more
1 year ago
Hot chai made to perfection! Sandwich is a must if h live avocado and eggs! Service was friendly and attentive! Place is clean, quiet and has easy listening music. I would def come back for a quick bite. It's a little large for me for breakfast but perfect for late breakfast or early lunch! read more
very good sandwiches!! Matcha is good but not the best I've had in the city. Good spot to do some work from home they have wifi and bathrooms and lots of indoor seating spaces. No outlets tho is the only downside. Would definitely come back! read more
Semicolon Cafe is a super cute spot located in Murray Hill! They offer sandwiches and aesthetic cafe drinks. I've had the bulgogi sandwich before, ordering off DoorDash, and it was delicious. The lady matcha was also yum but definitely on the sweeter side if you want a sweet treat. The only thing is I stopped by in person to order it again and it was a tad shocking to see how the drink was made as the matcha came out of a whipped cream dispenser looking thing. Also quality of the matcha itself could be better. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
A cute place with nice decor, setup, and music. Been meaning to check out this place and finally stopped in. Bulgogi sandwich was every bit as appetizing as I was expecting it to be, and the pistachio latte was pretty good, although might be slightly sweet aftertaste that could be more than desired for those without a sweet tooth. Saving the Lady Matcha for a little later but I'm sure it will be delicious as well - interesting edible straw that comes with. Will update after. Overall I would give this ~4.5 stars because it is pricy and probably more of a treat day spot in the future (and I think I'd try to make my own bulgogi sandwich at home given the price tag). read more
I love the modern and chic interior design of this cafe - it makes you want to stay and chat longer. I had the SOS sandwich - it was larger than I expected and very filling. I loved the pairing of egg and cheese with the vegetables. I think their sandwiches are very creative, and I'd love to come back and try a sandwich with meat inside next time. Their Lady Matcha is probably one of the best strawberry matcha drinks I've ever had. The matcha was rich, and the strawberry was just the right amount of sweet. The pink popcorn is so cute! The food came out very fast, and the staff are all friendly. read more
6 months ago
1 year ago
Food and pricing was good, I thought I was schizophrenic when I tasted the food coffee was good as well 100/10 this cafe smack read more
This café is really unassuming from the front, but very cute! They have a lot of really nice craft drinks and I didn't have any but they have good sandwiches. They have a lot of seating in the back, you can definitely get your coffee and sit down for a while. They have a really cute wall of exposed brick that is painted white and has different Polaroids of dogs, which I thought was really cute! Tiramisu iced latte: 9/10 I got the tiramisu latte with regular milk and it comes with mascarpone cream on the top and condensed milk along with regular milk and espresso. I loved this drink! It was really sweet which is how I like my lattes. I would highly recommend trying this iced. I am big fan of having cream on top of my lattes, and I did like the mascarpone cream, but I do think it was a little too hard. It sat as a ball floating on the top of my latte, which made it hard to incorporate in the latte and enjoy while I sipped. I wish it was whipped to a creamier consistency and covered the whole top, if that makes. With every sip you would get some cream. If I lived closer to this location, I would totally come here! And I recommend you do the same. read more
Cute and spacious coffee shop. They had multiple tables to sit at and even an upstairs loft. Bathrooms were clean and staff were friendly. My favorite thing were the Polaroids of what I'm assuming are the staff's pets hung on the wall as you enter. Good coffee nothing to complain about. I appreciated that the dirty chai didn't taste like box chai. read more
7 months ago
2 years ago
Incredible sandwiches (they're more filling than they look) at a reasonable price in a convenient midtown location... I love it! The service is a little bit on the slower side and the ambiance is a little subpar (bright lighting on white walls, tables have stools instead of chairs etc etc) but overall a wonderful little cafe! It's kind of tucked away and hard to find but well worth a visit :) my favorite sandwich is the ham sandwich, which is loaded up with ham and eggs and a delicious sriracha sauce. Yum! read more
3 years ago
Cute cafe with delicious sandwiches and lattes. I went around 11:30am and it wasn't super busy. Got our food/drinks quickly after we ordered and there were plenty of seats upstairs and downstairs. I tried the bulgogi and BELT sandwich. Bulgogi sandwich was so flavorful. BELT sandwich was a breakfast sandwich, really good too. The bread was buttery and soft. Pistachio latte and tiramisu latte both were amazing, honestly hard to choose which one was my favorite. read more
3 years ago
This is a cafe that was a few minutes' walk from our Airbnb in New York, so when we wanted to have a quick brunch we decided to check this place out. While it's on the smaller side, it does have some tables inside to sit at after you order your food and it has a nice, bright atmosphere that makes it good for studying/chilling. We placed our orders at the front and we were able to get our food within just a few minutes. I was pretty intrigued by their sandwiches, so we decided to try out their bulgogi and BELT sandwiches. Both of them came with toasted brioche bread, scrambled eggs with grilled corn, as well as lettuce/tomato/onions. The meat in the bulgogi was juicy and tender, while the bacon in the BELT was also quite flavorful. The ingredients all seemed to be fresh, and I have to say that it was a pretty solid brunch! If you're ever in New York and want something quick in the mornings, Semicolon is probably a good bet to try out! read more
2 years ago
Great breakfast sandwiches and coffee and great for a quick stop. The indoor atmosphere could use some more warmth, especially the upstairs area feels like an office. I just personally really do not like bright white lights and so I wouldn't stay there for long but the service was prompt and the egg sandwiches were filling. read more
Came on a rainy Sunday around 3pm and there were plenty of seatings available. - Hot Matcha Latte: no latte art as shown in other people's photos, and it was lukewarm - Shroom Sandwich: Love the buttery brioche bun however it does get oily and messy as the mushroom juice drips to the bottom. The truffle sauce was quite overpowering, could have done without it. The cafe exudes a minimalistic vibe and it's a large space so you're not cramped sitting next to other people talking or doing work. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Very tasty sandwiches and good selection of drinks. They have good seating as well. I will say it is a little pricy though. But i would come back if i was craving the Korean street toast :) read more
1 year ago
Both the ham sandwich and the Tiramisu latte are delicious - especially the chili mayo dressing on the sandwich, which is the highlight! read more
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