Exceptional Scandinavian bakery & coffee shop, famed for its incredible cardamom buns & pastries. A must-visit for quality.
La Cabra is a highly acclaimed bakery and coffee shop that brings a touch of Scandinavian charm to the New York City food scene. Renowned for its exceptional coffee and artisanal pastries, it has garnered a loyal following among locals and visitors alike. The star of the show is undoubtedly the cardamom bun, a beautifully crafted pastry that boasts a delightful texture and exquisite flavor, often hailed as one of the best in the city. Beyond the cardamom bun, La Cabra also excels with its perfectly executed croissants and delicate caneles, satisfying even the most discerning palates. Whether you're seeking a morning pick-me-up with a expertly brewed coffee or a sweet treat to brighten your day, La Cabra offers a consistently delightful experience that sets it apart as a must-visit destination.
La Cabra is highly regarded for its Scandinavian and Danish-inspired bakery items, with a strong emphasis on coffee and pastries. The cardamom bun is a standout, consistently receiving rave reviews for its flavor, texture, and presentation. Other praised items include their croissants and caneles, which are described as excellent. The quality of their coffee, including matcha and cold brew, is also frequently mentioned. While most feedback is positive, one commenter noted a decrease in the size and ham content of their ham and cheese croissants.
"The cardamom bun is overwhelmingly recommended as a must-try item, frequently praised for its flavor and texture. Croissants and caneles are also highly regarded."
Customers generally have a very positive sentiment towards La Cabra, frequently praising their coffee, pastries, and particularly their cardamom buns. Many consider it a top-tier bakery and coffee shop, often recommending it over other popular establishments. While some note inconsistencies in specific items like ham and cheese croissants (size and filling), the overall feedback highlights a high level of satisfaction with the quality and taste of their offerings.
Important Note
One commenter noted that La Cabra has a sign requesting customers not to use laptops, which might impact its suitability for extended work sessions. Another feedback pointed out a perceived reduction in size and ham filling for their ham and cheese croissants.
"The cardamom bun is specifically recommended at La Cabra."
Positive"The user is asking for recommendations on what specific items to order at La Cabra."
Neutral"La Cabra is mentioned as a place to visit during the day."
Positive"La Cabra is recommended for an artisanal coffee experience as an alternative to Starbucks."
Positive"The commenter highly recommends La Cabra as a top spot for serious coffee in NYC, following a critique of Starbucks' coffee quality."
Positive"La Cabra is considered one of the best third-wave coffee shops in Manhattan/Brooklyn."
Positive"La Cabra is included in a list of best local coffee places in NYC."
Positive"La Cabra is recommended as a local coffee place."
Positive"The commenter expresses liking La Cabra."
Positive"A user highly recommended La Cabra, stating their canelés are 'incredible' and suggesting them as an alternative to Le Fournil."
Positive"A user recommended La Cabra for good canelés, alongside Dominique Ansel."
Positive"A user expressed their love for La Cabra's canelés, calling them the best they've had so far."
Positive"This user lists La Cabra as a mentionable bakery."
Positive"La Cabra is recommended as another option for caneles, especially given its proximity to Le Fournil."
Positive"The caneles from La Cabra are described as delicious, further solidifying its reputation."
Positive"The commenter recently had a canele at La Cabra and found it to be amazing."
Positive"La Cabra offers great caneles, making it a good choice for this French pastry."
Positive"La Cabra is recommended for their caneles, which are described as excellent."
Positive"La Cabra coffee is generally recommended; they may offer free delivery for multiple pounds."
Positive"La Cabra coffee is recommended by the commenter."
Positive"La Cabra is recommended as a place for sit-down coffee served in a nice cup."
Positive"States La Cabra (and Birdee Bakery) are far superior to Levain and Magnolia."
Positive"Would choose La Cabra over Levain or Magnolia for bakeries."
Positive"User 'yourepal' finds La Cabra's ham and cheese croissants great overall, but notes that they have become smaller over the years and now contain less ham."
Neutral"User 'ivan_paul' recommends La Cabra for ham and cheese croissants, stating they have a good one in response to a request for recommendations."
Positive"Suggests La Cabra as a place to try depending on flavor preferences."
Neutral"The cardamom bun was delicious, with a fun texture/shape and served on a warm plate."
Positive"The commenter identifies several restaurants from the OP's list that they like, including La Cabra Bakery, while deeming many others average or overpriced."
Positive"The commenter corrects the original poster, stating that La Cabra Bakery is not French. They also point out that NYC has good food outside Manhattan."
Neutral"Author notes La Cabra's East Village location is very busy ('line-halfway-down-the-block'), implying popularity compared to nearby Coffee Project."
Positive"Author lists La Cabra as one of several places with good coffee beans in NYC."
Positive"Highlights La Cabra as an incredible bakery and recommends getting the cardamom bun."
Positive"Recommends La Cabra for coffee and pastries, considering it good."
Positive"Notes that the line at La Cabra always seems super long."
Neutral"Recommends La Cabra for great coffee and pastries."
Positive"Lists La Cabra as one of the top coffee and pastry spots in the neighborhood."
Positive"Mentions La Cabra as a place with great food but suggests it could be anywhere, unlike the more uniquely East Village spot Abraco."
Neutral"States La Cabra is a can't miss for coffee, bread and pastries."
Positive"Includes La Cabra in a list of general recommendations for the East Village."
Positive"Recommends La Cabra for coffee and specifically their cardamom bun."
Positive"Reviewer finds everything they've had at La Cabra fabulous, especially the cardamom bun, breads, and coffee."
Positive"Listed as a recommended bakery in the East Village."
Positive"Recommended as a bakery near Times Square, located on 2nd Ave."
Positive"This commenter considers La Cabra (along with Welcome Home and Radio Bakery) better than most bakeries they experienced living in Paris for 22 years."
Positive"This commenter finds La Cabra's croissants inferior to those from Cannelle Patisserie."
Negative"Recommended for its cardamom bun and croissant. Noted to have a Brooklyn location as well."
Positive"Commenter endorses La Cabra as a place they would recommend to Manhattan visitors."
Positive"Visitor was highly impressed with the Cardamom Bun from La Cabra, noting its impeccable presentation and 'so damn good' flavors and bite (10/10)."
Positive"Everything they ate was amazing"
Positive"La Cabra have a sign saying no laptops please"
Negative"La Cabra isn't busy"
Positive"Both La Cabra locations are super busy"
Negative"La Cabra has great space for laptops and doesn’t get too busy"
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