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Effy's Cafe
Cafes, Kosher, Breakfast & Brunch, Brunch, Breakfast

1688 York Ave, New York, NY 10128 (646) 490-6751
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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Effy's Cafe 8.2
Yorkville
Vibes: Brunch Bliss Spots Comfort Food Classics Healthy Haven Hidden Gems Heaven
Effy’s Cafe on York is a kosher dairy cafe serving Mediterranean-leaning breakfasts, shakshuka, and wraps to York Avenue regulars. The mix of indoor tables and sidewalk seating makes it a flexible choice for dairy-focused brunch, coffee meetups, and neighborhood lunches.
Must-Try Dishes: French toast, Shakshuka, Mediterranean breakfast wrap
Scores:
Value: 7.8 Service: 8.1 Consistency: 7.9 Food Quality: 8.3 Atmosphere: 6.2 Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Kosher dairy cafe where shakshuka and French toast share the menu.
Who should go: Kosher diners and neighbors craving dairy-focused brunch.
When to visit: Weekend late morning before York Avenue gets crowded.
What to order: Shakshuka, French toast, Mediterranean-style egg wrap.
Insider tip: On nice days, grab an outdoor table and linger over coffee.