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    The Muffins Cafe

    3.7 (193 reviews)
    InexpensiveCafes, Bakeries, Sandwiches
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Lina L.

    We stopped by The Muffins Cafe, lured in by the promise of baked goods and cozy vibes on Google Maps. While the staff was extremely friendly (seriously, gold stars for that), the assortment of items they had was pretty underwhelming. My friend went for an almond croissant, and I grabbed a large apple cider (since none of the pastries particularly excited me). The croissant looked like it had been through a tough week -- flattened and not exactly inspiring. My friend gave it a respectable 8/10 (he's nice) but made it clear it wasn't the best almond croissant he's had. As for my apple cider, well, it was definitely apple cider. Not much to report there. The kicker? The prices. Six bucks for that almond croissant felt a bit steep, especially for something that lacked the puff and pizzazz you'd expect at that price point. But hey, we're in Manhattan. Would I stop by again? Maybe, if I were in the area and needed a friendly smile. But for standout pastries or drinks, I'd probably look elsewhere. 3/5

    Whitney D.

    This coffee shop is on the small side. I do not come here much but if I find myself in the area and I am hungry I may stop in. The staff was not the nicest but, maybe I caught them on an off day. In order to pay I have to be on my tippy toes since they have their card machine high up. I got a sesame bagel with butter. What a pretty tasteless NYC bagel this was! They also have some table and chairs indoors but it is kinda crammed in there. They do have cool decorations though. They have bagels hanging on the wall. And superman stuff too.

    Blueberry Muffin & an Iced Latte
    Tessa S.

    This is such a great spot. I went on a warm and sunny day and the vibes were perfect. Of course I had to get a muffin and it was super good. There's lots of seating both outside and inside. It can get a little busy, but not too crowded or where service is slow.

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    Eric C.

    I went in at 4:45 on a Friday and the store had a weird smell to it. Like the burnt aspects of coffee, tea, and bread. They sell coffee and pastries. Do they do any of them spectacularly? No. I asked for a cortado and she asked, "small or large?" It was a bad omen I guess. The cortado was so-so. I tossed half of it. The corn muffin was edible. Prices are pretty good for the neighborhood. I like that they have a bench in front to sit and people watch. Give it a shot and then write your own review.

    Blueberry muffin and latte
    Jacqueline C.

    Great little cafe on the UWS with a very local and old-timey vibe. Great to just get something to go or sit down and read a book! Blueberry muffin was moist, coffee is solid too. Coffee drinks can be made with most milk alternatives and pretty standard flavors offered too (vanilla, hazelnut, caramel, etc.) Great place to come on a Sunday afternoon type vibe!

    Bran muffin
    Caitlin B.

    Muffin was delish. Disappointed in my drink. Went bc they had hot cider on the menu. But when I asked for it I was told it was "too early." It was after noon so I'm not sure what that means but it shouldn't have been on the handwritten menu if they didn't have it.

    Arnold Palmer while social distancing. Delicious!
    Sonya H.

    This is a nice cozy comfy sidewalk café. You're able to enjoy a pastry and a tea while social distancing, during the pandemic. I order an Arnold Palmer today and it was delicious. Nice to be able to sit outside and people watch. They were open past 3pm. I was there closer to 5 so the yelp hours need to be updated.

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    Everything that we got was good- brownie, espresso, loaf cake, cappuccino. Felt the pastries were a bit $$$. Some seating inside & outside.

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    Amazing food options and great taste. I found this place over a year ago while visiting NY and every time I return I must visit it.

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