Eli's Essentials

We got lemon flavored and orange flavored loaf cake. The cakes are dense, but a bit dry. The flavor was nice. The lemon one has a delicate fragrant and the orange one has a nice citrusy flavor because of the orange zest in the cake. It was a nice cake, but $24 each was a bit much. I’ll probably go and try their other items next time.

Tomato mozz focaccia was fire and as greasy as a focaccia ought to be. If I could eat focaccia all the time, I would do it. Accordingly, I feel qualified to leave this review. 4⭐️ because a little expensive. This slice with a tip was over $10.

Some of their prepared foods that I have tried here have been very inconsistent, especially their oatmeal ($6.53 including tax), offered from 8 a.m. Sometimes it is of the right consistency, and other times it is not thick enough or even watery. They sometimes offer frittata by the slice, which, from my experience, came out great one day, and the next day it was lacking sufficient flavor. They offer hard boiled eggs for $1.50 + tax. The one that I had was flavorless, and by its appearance, was overcooked, with a light yellow egg yolk (pictured).

We stumbled across this place when we were hungry and tired from sight seeing. We were met by James who was incredible, so friendly and interesting to talk to. Food was fabulous and his service was the best we had in NY. Can’t wait to come back. We were made to feel so special. Thank you for making our experience great!

I bought a baguette and a latte. Average quality coffee. The baguette is not the most delicious I've ever tasted in my life. In my opinion everything is overpriced

Caught severe food poisoning from their pastries. I knew I should’ve left them alone when I saw those nats flying around. Skip this place. Even the cashier hands were dirty which makes me wonder about their hygiene. They all need to be investigated.

I got a large macaron and it was delicious. Highly recommend. Prices are a bit high but very convenient and quick. Good quality. I’m trying out this video thing, my first attempt at a video review….

Edit: Try the pecan pie! Edit: changing it to a 5 because it really got better. Very kind! When I come here feel like the owner is a bit bitter. Just be nice man.. we are all trying. Other than that, the pastries are amazing. Definitely better than most chique bakery/coffee spots on the UES. I would still come here over any other spot in UES. Definitely a must try!