Timeless Italian charm with exquisite pastries and elevated Milanese cuisine. A beloved spot for cookies, cakes, and coffee.
Step into Sant Ambroeus and be transported to a timeless Italian escape right in the heart of Manhattan. This beloved spot is renowned for its elevated Milanese cuisine and classic Italian offerings, making it a perfect choice for a client lunch or a refined meal. Beyond the savory dishes, Sant Ambroeus shines as a premier destination for exquisite pastries and coffee. Indulge in their highly recommended flourless chocolate cookie, delicate mini Italian cookies, or the signature Sant Ambroeus cake, each a testament to their bakery prowess. Whether you're seeking a sophisticated coffee break with an iced latte and avocado toast or a complete dining experience, Sant Ambroeus consistently delivers a charming and delicious affair, reminiscent of a bygone era.
Sant Ambroeus is celebrated for its elevated Milanese cuisine, classic Italian fare, and exceptional bakery items. Customers rave about their pastries, cookies (especially the flourless chocolate cookie and mini Italian cookies), and cakes, with the 'Sant Ambroeus cake' being a particular highlight. The coffee and iced latte are also frequently mentioned as go-to items. While generally praised, one opinion noted it as potentially overpriced for breakfast, with avocado toast being a popular, albeit sometimes debated, choice.
"Sant Ambroeus is highly praised for its flourless chocolate cookie, mini Italian cookies, and the signature 'Sant Ambroeus cake'. Their iced latte and avocado toast are also frequently cited as go-to items."
Customers generally have a very positive sentiment towards Sant Ambroeus, frequently recommending it for its classic Italian cuisine, charming atmosphere, and high-quality pastries and coffee. It's often cited as a go-to spot for brunch, lunch, or a coffee break, with specific mentions of their flourless chocolate cookie, mini Italian cookies, and the Sant Ambroeus cake. Some reviews touch on the potential for it to be overpriced, particularly for breakfast, but the overall consensus leans towards a highly satisfying experience.
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One user mentioned that the restaurant could be overpriced, specifically for breakfast.
"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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