Nordic delights w/ amazing pastries & savory bites. Think Danish pancakes, egg sandwiches & must-try cardamom buns. Your new fave cafe!
This Scandinavian cafe and bakery in the East Village offers a delightful array of Danish-inspired dishes and pastries. From savory egg sandwiches and hot dogs to sweet treats like cardamom buns, there's something for every palate. With a bright, casual atmosphere, it's a perfect spot for breakfast, a light lunch, or an afternoon coffee break.
Offers a range of Scandinavian and Danish cuisine, with particular praise for its pastries, especially the cardamom buns. Customers also enjoy the egg sandwiches and other savory options, though some reviews note that items can be dry or underwhelming.
"The cardamom bun and zebirke are frequently highlighted as must-try pastries. The chicken salad sandwich on sourdough and the salmon and potatoes are also recommended savory options."
Customers generally have a positive view of the restaurant, frequently recommending its pastries, especially the cardamom buns, and sandwiches.
Important Note
While many praise the pastries, particularly the cardamom bun, some customers have found certain items to be dry or underwhelming, suggesting a variable experience.
"Smør is mentioned as an alternative if one wants to stay in Manhattan for coffee and pastries."
Positive"Suggests trying a cardamom bun from Smør for a 'crazy' and different option."
Positive"Smor is seconding mentioned for its Nordic treats."
Positive"Smor is highly recommended for its excellent savory items and is described as a place for Nordic treats."
Positive"This user recommended Smor, specifically mentioning the zebirke and cardamom bun as being very good."
Positive"This commenter acknowledges Smør's ambition and creativity but notes that their items don't hold up well, becoming dry. However, they consider a warm cardamom bun from Smør a favorite pastry moment."
Negative"This commenter was not thrilled with Smør but has visited Hani's many times with no bad experiences."
Negative"This commenter suggests removing Smør and La Cabra from the list, finding Smør less interesting than other options."
Negative"This commenter suggests choosing between Smør and La Cabra, implying they are similar options."
Neutral"Smor was mentioned."
Neutral"Smør is listed as a place in the East Village that offers sweet iced coffees for those who enjoy flavored drinks."
Positive"The commenter questions the hype around Smor, expressing bewilderment as to why people line up for the spot."
Negative"The author was very disappointed with Smor's Cardamom Bun, finding it dry and stale, a stark contrast to highly-rated bakeries. They hoped it was due to visiting at a suboptimal time."
Negative"The user was looking for Finnish restaurants in NYC and mentioned Smør as a Nordic place they were aware of."
Neutral"This coffee shop was listed among other coffee recommendations."
Neutral"Smør is mentioned as a quiet breakfast spot."
Positive"A list of bakeries was provided, including Smør."
Positive"Smor is recommended for sandwiches, specifically mentioning a yummy aioli and a soft bun."
Positive"This commenter mentioned Smor as a place that is supposed to be great, suggesting it as a potential recommendation."
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