Charming French cafe w/ a lovely ambiance; great for casual meals & people-watching.
This French-inspired cafe offers a delightful dining experience, with many patrons highlighting its charming ambiance and suitability for casual meals. While some have found the brewed cocoa to be unremarkable, the bakery items and other beverages are frequently praised, suggesting a diverse and appealing menu.
Primarily a French cafe, this spot is noted for its appealing bakery items and other drinks. While the brewed cocoa was described by one user as tasting like cocoa powder in hot water and being unremarkable, the cafe is still recommended for its overall offerings and tempting bakery selection.
"While specific dishes aren't highlighted, the bakery items and other drinks are suggested as appealing options."
Customers generally have a positive view of the restaurant, appreciating its ambiance and suitability for casual dining, though one specific drink received mixed reviews.
Important Note
One user found the brewed cocoa to be unremarkable, describing it as similar to cocoa powder in hot water.
"The commenter reminisces about the original Dean & DeLuca Cafe on Prince Street and its later location on University Place, describing them as massive coffee palaces ideal for people-watching."
Positive"The original poster mentioned Maman as a place their husband went to frequently because it was near his hotel. The poster is considering it for a sit-down breakfast."
Neutral"This user mentioned that the cafe has other drinks and a tempting bakery, suggesting it's still worth visiting."
Positive"This user thanked another for saving them a trip after hearing the brewed cocoa was not special."
Neutral"The user found the brewed cocoa to be unremarkable, describing it as similar to cocoa powder in hot water. They also noted that the cafe has other appealing drinks and bakery items."
Negative"This user confirmed the location with a simple 'Yes'."
Neutral"Another user provided a Google Maps link for The Cacao Cafe."
Neutral"This user confirmed that The Cacao Cafe has brewed cocoa and expressed thanks."
Positive"A user suggested trying The Cacao Cafe on 13th street for brewed cocoa."
Positive"Recommended as a potential breakfast spot."
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