Cafe Zaffri

Name: Cafe Zaffri
Address: 16 E 16th St, New York, NY, United States, 10003
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

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4.5 (110)

$31 to $50

Middle Eastern

16 E 16th St, New York, NY 10003

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2 people

Jul 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 44 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Cafe Zaffri, lovingly known as “Zaf’s”, is the third dining concept from the acclaimed team behind New York City mainstays Raf’s and The Musket Room. Located inside The Twenty Two New York, a hotel and private members club located in Union Square. The sprawling restaurant will be open to the public and serve modern interpretations on Levantine cuisine and its diaspora.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Lebanese, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
https://www.cafezaffri.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
16 E 16th St, New York, NY 10003
Neighborhood
Union Square
Parking details
None

What 110 people are saying

Cafe Zaffri reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.8Ambience
4.1Value

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Cafe Zaffri enchants with its "elevated takes on authentic Lebanese dishes" and "impeccable service." The "stunning decor" and "inviting atmosphere" make it a perfect spot for brunch or dinner. Guests rave about the "delicious sweet Swedish bun," "Coconut Rose Sorbet," and "Lost Weekend in Zahle" cocktail. Ideal for memorable dining experiences.

110 Reviews

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frances VIP
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
SUCH a lovely brunch!! I met a dear pal for a belated birthday brunch and this was the perfect spot. It was chic and quiet. Amazing design!! And the food was so yummy! Can't wait to return for dinner!
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Jonathan VIP
New York City361 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful, leisurely brunch with excellent food and outstanding service from Sashank and Joaquin. Really enjoyed the Lebanese breakfast, an our guests loved the avocado and chickpea toast. Delicious sweet Swedish bun. And really great hot coffee, as well as iced cold brew. Can’t wait to go back.
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Tony VIP
New York City393 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This place is amazing—from the moment you walk in the door to the moment you leave. Brunch is served in a stunning, sky-lit atrium that sets a warm, elegant tone. The experience begins with a selection of pastries, granola with creamy Greek yogurt and honey, and continues with a variety of egg dishes, each with a Lebanese touch. Everything is thoughtfully prepared and delicious. Service is excellent—attentive but never rushed. You're welcome to linger and enjoy the space, which only adds to the charm. A perfect spot for a leisurely and memorable brunch.
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Phoebe
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful upscale restaurant with a cool crowd and unique menu. A bit on the pricier side but worth a visit.
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kim VIP
New York City18 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Beautiful space as well!
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James
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant continues to surprise and delight. Arrival process is professional and warm. The female host smiled and requested a phone number. We were placed at a nice table and the server arrived quickly to offer water. Our drink order was taken and promptly served, with the server checking in from time to time without hovering. The cafe became busier over the next hour and had a lovely vibe. The music is wonderful, without being overbearing.
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anna
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for breakfast with a friend. I had the Labneh with Pistachio Granola and he had the Jerusalem bagel. The food was delicious and beautifully prepared. The space is stunning! At 8 AM when we arrived it was so quiet and peaceful with natural light coming from the bright skylight overhead. The dining room for dinner is also gorgeous. We loved it! HIGHLY recommend.
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Mary VIP
New York City6 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 10, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Hosts and wait staff were all very pleasant during our lunch although very slow to get drinks on the table during a not very busy lunch service. Food was disappointing - breads & spreads especially seemed like a wasted opportunity. Skewers were ehhh (steak, fish & pork were all tried) - nothing special on flavor and fish overcooked. Rice accompanying them was very good though. And the spaghetti with green chilies was delicious although the name/description might throw people off - not hot spicy but very well flavoured. Of the 4 of us locals, 1 would go back to try the broader dinner menu, the rest of us found it overrated.
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LISA VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cafe Zaffri NEVER DISAPPOINTS... And I truly mean never!! It is my Sunday brunch favorite every week! The staff is truly magnificent and the food is unbearable!! Sophia.. Chef Moe.. Shashank are all highlights that make the Zaffri experience unmatched. This week, in addition yo the always amazing Qatayef and Skewer Service, after a truly brilliant description of the flavors by Shashank we decided to indulge in tasting their ice cream and sorbet offerings. Transformative would be the only way yo properly describe these delights! The Coconut Rose Sorbet is otherworldly boasting a beautifully balance coconut flavor laced with a ribbon of candied rose.. the Dulcey Mahlab ice cream has a subtle- but every present warm caramel flavor and the very unique Mastic Ice Cream has a fresh herbaceous flavor that one would never conceive would make such a phenomenal sweet treat. These are the most undeniably brilliant confection conceptions!! Try them all, you will not be disappointed!!
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israel
New York City17 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Very inattentive staff Restaurant was not busy Staff didn’t ask us for anything - we had to ask for More coffee- it felt like a very cold uncaring brunch My Jerusalem bagel was good - very disappointing Experience
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Cafe Zaffri is rated 4.5 stars by 110 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Jul 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 44 times today

16 E 16th St, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

Neighborhood
Union Square
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Lebanese, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
https://www.cafezaffri.com/

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