Garden Cafe

A cozy Manhattan retreat for New American plates, cocktails, and occasional live jazz in a peaceful backyard garden.

  • Mon – Fri, 11:00 – 21:00; Sat – Sun, 10:00 – 21:00
  • $$
  • 4961 Broadway
  • 4.5 (505 reviews)

Description

Behind the friendly welcome from the owners and staff is a small garden setting that feels remarkably like home. The kitchen's execution can skew towards the well-done side—with reviews noting slightly overcooked calamari and pasta—but the seasoning and sides generally salvage the meal. When ordering, diners often bypass the frequently requested Madame Croquette in favor of the burger or the cilantro marinated chicken breast pasta. Sunday breakfasts are a weekly routine for families, accompanied by what regulars rank as the area's best cappuccino.


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Happy hourGarden seatingSunday breakfast