Yaffa Cafe
(212) 674-9302
97 St Marks Pl
(at Between Avenue A and 1st Avenue)
New York,
NY
10003
40.7276
-73.9848
Neighborhoods: Downtown, East Village
What People Are Saying About Yaffa Cafe
The Editor
Katie Heffernan
Citysearch
The Scene
This East Village restaurant never gets a wink of sleep, and the decor recalls an insomniac's late-night, Technicolor dreamscape. Zebra, cheetah and colorful floral patterns cover every inch of wall, low-lit by strings of Chinese lanterns and dangling grapevine lights. It's so out there that it works--black-clad raver waiters and all--and even the most normal of groups love getting together for dinner and popular brunching on the palm-lined backyard patio spread.
The Food
The mishmash menu was built to satisfy a scene of late-night cravers--come here expecting impressive dining and you're missing the point. A hearty bowlful of pesto-drenched fettuccini pasta is thrown together with a chicken curry dish--hardly authentic, but sweet and mild. Vegetarians beware the Sunshine burger, served sans toppings to disguise its mushy cafeteria mystery. All come with a tasty Asian carrot dressing salad, including the mimosa brunch of smoked salmon eggs benedict, with a somewhat crude hollandaise.
User Reviews
sunnynero
May 20, 2009
This is a really great place to go to. The space is large and they have outdoor seating as well. Their breakfast and brunch menus are great, however their dinner menus are lacking. I would highly recommend coming here during the day.
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hyeny
April 22, 2008
decor? fun. animal prints and mirrors are always a good time.go to the back patio, its spacey and cool. the food was average, nothing to write home about but edible. however, the service pretty much nonexistent. we had to ask for plates twice for a shared appetizer, we have three different waiters - none of which could be found when we needed something (the basics: silverware, bread, water.) and our "main" waiter had the most sour attitude ever. i'm sorry you are still working on your "acting career" at the age of 40 but try to act marginally friendly to your customers - at this point, it looks like the only income you are getting is tips, so why jeopardize that too!!
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Redh34d
March 22, 2008
I recently discovered Yaffas while catching up with some friends from High School. It has some hysterical decor and interesting music selection (started with some generic pop and changed to the Beatles and then Bob Marley), but overall a great vibe and friendly atmosphere. Definitely a place to take friends for long conversations and catching up. Also, veggie friendly. :)
read full reviewThe Details on Yaffa Cafe
Where to Sit:
Try the outdoor sidewalk patio for some summertime street action.
The Extras:
Order food to your door between noon and 11pm daily, with a $10 minimum.
Save Money:
The $8 weekday lunch deal includes a soup with a salad or wrap, noon to 4pm.
When to Go:
Go for brunch between 11am and 4pm on weekends.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Restaurant Special Features:
Late Night Dining, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Food Delivery, Cheap Eats
General Info:
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
On patio
