Cafe Lalo
(Now Closed)Café and Dessert Shop$$$$
Upper West Side, New York
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Farida SDecember 8, 2014Twas a perfect end to my birthday. Everything looked amazing and their key lime cheesecake was the best ever.
Victoria MazzukiApril 3, 2018The cakes and desserts are especially great, while the meals aren’t too bad. It’s open really late!
AntonioAugust 2, 2015Great cozy little cafe that serves one of the best Key Lime pies I've ever had.
Paul FigzMarch 9, 2012The 6 cheese with red raspberry wine is the most delicious and reasonably priced wine and cheese platter in all NY.
JessicaDecember 22, 2014The famous You've Got Mail cafe does not disappoint. Huge menu and open late!
Angelo Falconi IIINovember 16, 2016I never realized this is where Meg Ryan shoot "You've got Mail". Cool nice place! Beautiful Ambiance!
Cynthia LoolyFebruary 21, 2018Charming decor doesn’t make up 4 incredibly rude waitress. Pass on this place. I see why it was almost empty. Food was mediocre & they made us feel we were a bother 4 being there. We’ll go elsewhere.
Come here for breakfast on any typical weekday to appreciate the charm and splendor of what makes Cafe Lalo terrific.
Robert BarlowFebruary 3, 2016Desserts, desserts, more desserts. More than makes up for the cramped seating.
Warrent SattFebruary 2, 2014Lalo is one of those places that I debated writing about as I enjoy it so much, would said this does deserve praise for being a charming and delightful destination for the Coffee and magnificent cake.
JosetteJuly 25, 2015Their most abundant food item -steamed eggs - were not great, and the roast potatoes were cold and dried out. The pecan cheesecake tasted old too. Not a hit for me.
John BigbooteJanuary 7, 2014motzart alternative. 3 types of rasberry chocolate cake. do not get one with whipped cream- Club MonacoMay 16, 2011Recognize Cafe Lalo from the backdrop of famous NYC movies? We're regulars for their perfect cappuccinos and fluffy Belgian waffles.
Mitra SalaselJanuary 9, 2016Tourist trap--all the cakes sound great but are cloyingly sweet and the atmosphere is Times Square-ish
Sibel AkcekayaApril 12, 2014Their favorite Lalo salad should not be favorite ..grilled vegetables with no special touch was pretty bad..and those grilled eggplant was so not needed
Nikki VargasDecember 30, 2011Champagne cocktails, spanish guitar, delicious desserts & great decor. Cafe lalo is pure decadence.
Pope PhoenixJuly 13, 2013The dessert here earns all the accolades you've read about. Really delicious. Try the banana cheese cake.
DanielAugust 16, 2011Fantastic place to end an evening! Split a slice of cake over coffee and take in the wonderful atmosphere.
Jessie CatanaSeptember 29, 2015What a gem! Distinct NY charm. Pastries looked incredible but coffee to go was sub-par.
Clarissa BlancoSeptember 8, 2012Come for the twinkle lights. Stay for the mousse. Ok and maybe You've Got Mail has something to do with it.
Coffee drinks are all good, but cakes are disappointing.
Stefanee SchofieldDecember 23, 2012Food is amazing and the chocolate is to die for. Avocado wasn't too fresh but that's a minor detail.
Rebecca BrownDecember 27, 2012It was here where "Shopgirl" (Megan Ryan) awaited inside to finally meet her online interest "NY152" (Tom Hanks). Finding out the true identity of "Shopgirl", Tom Hanks enters as Joe Fox.
Dan ChoNovember 17, 2011The strawberry tart is highly recommended. Nice thin pastry crust, fresh cream... Not overly sweet.
Katie YoungerAugust 7, 2011Love the lemon fruit coolers And the zabaglione dessert. You won't be disappointed! Darling location too!
amNewYorkJuly 1, 2013Putting aside the fact that it was featured in the movie, “You’ve Got Mail,” just the outside ambience of Café Lalo attracts passersby.
Marlene AiadJune 22, 2011Best creme brule ever. They dont make it that good anywhere in paris. Service is amazinggggg
Adil IbrahimMarch 30, 2016It's way crowded, the live music is way too loud, and ~$9 for a slice of cake? The cake was ok, we got the Belgian chocolate cake . . . but I've had better. It wasn't too bad.
Tunke LauriksJuly 22, 2015You probably recognize it from the movie you got mail! They serve oreo chocolate cheesecake, I'm in love...
ChettaApril 20, 2014Servers look like junior high kids in undershirts, they stare when customers walk in! They have no idea how to be professional. Cute decor, unfitting music. (Switchfoot and a French cafe? Fail.)
Jeffrey GarnettMay 9, 2012Beautiful French prints, big coffees and an incredible assortment of cakes.
Suzette NguyenFebruary 29, 2012Cakes here are great. And so this there food. You have to come and try it
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- Mon–Thu
- 8:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Fri
- 8:00 AM–4:00 AM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM–4:00 AM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–2:00 AM
(212) 496-6031
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Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Restroom
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
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