(212) 274-8615
265 Lafayette St
New York,
NY
10012
40.7234
-73.9966
Neighborhoods: Downtown, NoLita
What People Are Saying About Caffe Falai
The Editor
Justin Hartung
Citysearch
The Scene – One couldn't be blamed for calling the decor at Iacopo Falai's three eponymous Manhattan ventures washroom chic. Everything at this cafe gleams white--the tiles covering the walls, the sparkling chandeliers hanging above the bar seating, even the mirror frames. In fact, pretty much the only color deviations come courtesy of shiny silver water pitchers and the multihued shopping bags of Soho day-trippers resting their Prada-clad feet. – – The Food – If the space is monochromatic, the light, fresh and frequently changing Italian menu presents a kaleidoscope…
07/22/09
a Soho Sunday brunch
by louisgiradi
spent my last Sunday brunch at Caffe Falai because a friend of mine had wanted to go for weeks. The service was professional and friendly and the idea of the "white restaurant with the elegant chandelier" made it a minimalist dining experience. But I'm not saying the food is bland. On the contrary- the cheese eggs and dessert are beyond words. Thanks!
- Pros: brunch
03/22/09
Felt like I was back in Italy
by Raquelina
Some friends I made while traveling in Italy came to visit NY, and upon recommendations from friends of theirs, we met for brunch at the caffe. It was not only beautiful but the food was truly spectacular. The Polipo octopus dish was so good we ordered a second dish for the table! Next were homemade pasta dishes; the one with mushroom and cauliflower was my favorite. A cappuccino and slice of complimentary 'crepe cake' made this a completely enjoyable brunch. Great selection of Italian wines and friendly Italian waiters a plus!
- Pros: Best Cappuccino in NY
- Cons: Patience is rewarded
03/02/09
Unfriendly and disappointing!!!
by CSMobileUser
We decided to start new year's day with a nice breakfast in Soho. The Caffee Falai interior looked charming and inviting, but as we walked the impression turned out to be wrong. The waitress was unfriendly. Since it was around noon there were only two choices for breakfast left; baked eggs and panini. The food was horrible, tasteless and very expensive!! The only good thing was the
coffee! Not recommending!
The Details on Caffe Falai
BYOB:
Though wine bottles are displayed above the bar, the cafe is BYOB for now, so make a pit sop at Centovini Wine Shop nearby.
Know Before You Go:
Give your credit card a rest after a hard day of charging--this joint is cash only.
Brunch:
Egg dishes satisfy morning cravings that go beyond the front pastry counter.
Delivery:
Delivery is available for orders more than $10.
When to Go:
Though no reservations are taken, this is one restaurant where you might have better luck getting a table immediately if you go for dinner rather than lunch or brunch.
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