Award-winning baguettes & artisanal bread baked fresh daily. Elevated brunch & dinner with Neapolitan pizza, wagyu steak, & dry-aged burgers.
This bakery and cafe, a previous favorite for brunch, has expanded to offer an impressive weekend dinner menu. They are celebrated for their house-made bread, particularly their award-winning baguette, which boasts a perfect crunch and soft interior. Beyond their exceptional bread, diners rave about dishes like the Neapolitan pizza with its incredible crust, a juicy wagyu steak, and a dry-aged burger served with tallow fries. The use of high-quality, fresh ingredients is evident in dishes like the market tomatoes with burrata and the perfectly cooked roasted octopus, making it a highly recommended dining experience.
Renowned for its exceptional, daily-baked bread, especially its award-winning baguette, the establishment offers a range of delightful dishes. Popular items include Neapolitan pizza, wagyu steak, dry-aged burgers with tallow fries, and a market tomato and burrata appetizer. The lemon ricotta pancakes and Turkish eggs are also highly recommended brunch choices.
"The award-winning baguette is a must-try, as are the Neapolitan pizza, wagyu steak, and dry-aged burger. For brunch, the lemon ricotta pancakes and Turkish eggs are highly recommended."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the exceptional quality of the bread, especially the baguettes, and the delicious brunch and dinner options. Dishes are noted for fresh ingredients and expert preparation.
Important Note
One user found the wagyu sandwich to be a bit pricey and not worth a repeat purchase. Another commenter noted that the menu could use a copy editor.
"The commenter suggests Crispy Heaven in SoHo for a steak sandwich, noting that they offer excellent food, particularly their bread, which is somewhat similar to the desired sandwich."
Positive"The commenter expressed a longing for Jamon Iberico after enjoying the Serrano ham."
Neutral"The commenter suggested that more 'constructive vandalism' like using a Sharpie to correct menus is needed in the world."
Neutral"The commenter loves the place, praising the great baguette, very good food, and excellent breakfast items, noting the owner's non-chef background leads to unique twists on dishes."
Positive"In response to a question about the butter quantity, the commenter described it as a shot glass sized paper container with a lid, containing about 3oz, scooped fresh for the customer."
Neutral"The commenter, an editor, humorously stated that the menu in person is a 'crime' compared to the one online."
Negative"The commenter has not tried the sandwiches but finds the baguette to be one of the best they have ever had, often taking one home to make their own sandwich."
Positive"The commenter praised all the breads and the people running the bakery, and provided context that 222 Lafayette is a newer location after moving from a smaller spot in SoHo."
Positive"The commenter agreed that the wagyu sandwich looked dry."
Negative"The commenter inquired about the amount of butter provided with their purchases."
Neutral"The commenter praised the bakery as a great spot for breakfast/brunch, highlighting the lemon ricotta pancakes and mortadella and gouda sandwich as top items, also noting they are seed oil free."
Positive"The commenter believes the bakery might have the best baguette in Manhattan now that ALF is gone, and also considers it an underrated brunch spot with great pancakes."
Positive"After trying the bread, the commenter plans to make their own sandwiches, believing anything would be delicious on their crisp bread."
Positive"The commenter buys the baguettes to make their own sandwiches and praises their excellent quality and freshness, noting it's hard to find a great baguette in the area."
Positive"Regarding pricing, the commenter found the Serrano ham sandwich at $18 reasonable, but the wagyu sandwich at around $25 a bit pricey and likely not worth a repeat purchase."
Negative"The commenter enjoys the Serrano ham sandwich with housemade butter, and also buys the baguette and butter regularly to eat at home."
Positive"The commenter suggested the food looked dry."
Negative"The commenter agreed with previous positive remarks, stating they were very impressed with everything they got."
Positive"The commenter agreed with the assessment that the menu needs a copy editor, finding it humorous."
Neutral"The commenter tried the Serrano ham and manchego cheese sandwich and found the tomato paste on it to be delicious."
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