Claire's Kitchen Cafe

A cozy Upper West Side cafe with board games and all-day fluffy pancakes that transitions into a wine bar by night.

  • Mon, Sun, 07:00 – 17:00; Tue – Sat, 07:00 – 23:00
  • $$
  • 150 Manhattan Ave
  • 4.5 (171 reviews)

Description

The kitchen serves a Mediterranean and American fusion menu, pairing fresh salads and lunch fare with coffee and pastries. The setup encourages lingering, designed around comfortable, living-room-style seating. While the food draws steady praise, visitors note inconsistencies in coffee prep and pricing, making it a spot where you might choose to focus on the plates. As day turns to night, the space introduces live entertainment to go with its wine list.