Timeless Milanese charm w/ classic Italian cafe & patisserie fare. Known for exquisite pastries & authentic coffee.
Experience the elegance of Milan in New York City at Sant Ambroeus, a charming Italian cafe and patisserie. Renowned for its classic Milanese cuisine and exceptional pastries, this establishment offers a timeless dining experience. From exquisite cakes to authentic coffee, Sant Ambroeus transports you to a bygone era of sophisticated European charm.
Sant Ambroeus offers classic Italian cuisine with a strong emphasis on its bakery and pastry selection. Popular recommendations include their flourless chocolate cookies, mini Italian cookies, tiramisu, and various cakes like the 'Sant Ambroeus cake' and 'Principessa cake'. While many dishes are highly praised, some customers find certain items, like the palmier cookies and princess cake, to be on the pricier side.
"Highly recommended dishes include the tiramisu, flourless chocolate cookies, mini Italian cookies, and various cakes such as the 'Sant Ambroeus cake' and 'Principessa cake'. Their Italian sandwiches and iced latte also receive mentions."
Customers largely have a positive sentiment, frequently recommending the restaurant for its classic Italian offerings, particularly its pastries and cakes. Some note it can be pricey, but generally view it as a charming and reliable spot.
Important Note
Some patrons find the restaurant to be on the pricier side for certain items.
"Mentioned Saint Ambroeus as a place to get palmiers."
Positive"Echoed that Saint Ambreaus has the best palmier cookies, but also expressed dissatisfaction with the high price."
Negative"The original poster mentioned Saint Ambreaus as having great palmier cookies, noting they are a bit expensive."
Negative"Sant Ambroeus previously had a good mushroom risotto, but the commenter is unsure if it remains on the menu as they haven't visited in a long time."
Neutral"Mentions St Ambroeus as a place for gelato."
Neutral"This user stated that Sant Ambroeus on Madison Avenue has an amazing lasagna."
Positive"Sant Ambroeus' princess cake is considered too expensive compared to ordering a whole one from Aquavit."
Negative"Sant Ambroeus' chocolate hazelnut cake is described as divine."
Positive"Sant Ambroeus is highly recommended for their tiramisu."
Positive"Sant Ambroeus is hands down the best for tiramisu."
Positive"Sant Ambroeus is recommended for their tiramisu, and their Principessa cake and Sant Ambroeus dessert are also praised."
Positive"St Ambrose is mentioned as a recommendation for cake."
Positive"This user recommended both the tiramisu and the principessa cake at Sant Ambroeus, calling them amazing."
Positive"The commenter received a complimentary cocktail and dessert at Sant Ambroseus during a solo Valentine's Day outing."
Positive"The coffee bar in the Regency Hotel is mentioned as being really good."
Positive"The coffee bar at Sant'Ambroeus is stated to serve the only real Italian coffee in the city."
Positive"This commenter suggested Saint Ambroeus as a possibility for lunch on Madison Avenue."
Positive"Commenter buys a pandoro from Saint Ambroeus every Christmas, finding it not cheap but very tasty."
Positive"The original poster mentioned that Sant Ambroeus has a good, but not great, Princess Torte."
Neutral"The commenter likes the San Ambroeus restaurants in Manhattan, stating they are always on point."
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