Classic Milanese cafe & patisserie w/ charming ambiance. Famous for flourless chocolate cookies, mini Italian cookies, & signature cakes. Great for breakfast, lunch, or coffee.
Experience a slice of Milan on Madison Avenue at this Italian cafe and patisserie, known for its timeless charm and elevated Milanese cuisine. From their beloved flourless chocolate cookies and mini Italian cookies to the signature Sant Ambroeus cake, the culinary offerings are as delightful as the classic ambiance. It's a perfect spot for a client lunch, a delightful breakfast, or simply enjoying an excellent iced latte.
This Italian restaurant and cafe is celebrated for its classic Milanese offerings, with particular praise for its baked goods. Recommendations include the flourless chocolate cookie, mini Italian cookies, and the 'Sant Ambroeus cake.' It's also noted for its avocado toast with sliced avocado and iced lattes. While generally well-received, some find the breakfast items to be on the pricier side.
"Customers frequently recommend the flourless chocolate cookie, mini Italian cookies, and the signature Sant Ambroeus cake. The avocado toast with sliced avocado and iced lattes are also noted as favorites."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, often recommending it for its charming atmosphere and specific Italian baked goods and cakes. Some find it a bit pricey, particularly for breakfast items.
Important Note
Some customers note that the restaurant can be on the pricier side, particularly for breakfast items.
"The commenter likes the San Ambroeus restaurants in Manhattan, stating they are always on point."
Positive"Sant Ambroeus was suggested as a place to visit for a mother-daughter trip, likely for its ambiance or offerings."
Positive"This commenter suggested Sant Ambroeus locations, stating their Italian sandwiches are on very soft, brioche-like bread, though not triangular."
Neutral"Sant Ambroeus was suggested for coffee and pastries as part of a breakfast plan for a NYC trip."
Neutral"This restaurant is listed as having a love/hate relationship with the commenter."
Neutral"Sant Ambroeus was suggested as an Italian restaurant option on the Upper East Side."
Neutral"Sant Ambroeus is a go-to for an iced latte and avocado toast, specifically noting a preference for sliced over mashed avocado."
Positive"A user corrected the spelling to 'Sant Ambroeus', implicitly agreeing with the recommendation."
Neutral"Sant Ambroeus (initially misspelled as 'saint ambrose') was recommended by a user for overpriced breakfast."
Positive"St. Ambroeus is briefly mentioned as a suggestion for an authentic Italian coffee shop, in response to the original post."
Positive"The author recommends Sant Ambroeus, specifically highlighting 'the Sant Ambroeus cake'."
Positive"Recommended Sant Ambroeus."
Positive"Author nycwinelover recommended Sant Ambroeus, praising its 'elevated Milanese cuisine' and its established, 'time-tested' reputation."
Positive"Recommends Sant Ambroeus as it's very close to WTC (right across the street) and accessible indoors."
Positive"Has had Sant Ambroeus cake before"
Neutral"Sant Ambroeus"
Neutral"Recommends Sant Ambroeus' flourless chocolate cookie and their mini Italian cookies by the pound."
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