Bakery
The Ballfields Cafe
4.3 out of 5Price level $$
The Ballfields Cafe is a cafe in Central Park described by visitors as a cafe, deli sandwich, moderately priced. Based on 10 reviews.
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Green. Sprawling. Everyone's backyard.
Best Coffee & Casual in Central Park, Manhattan
10 coffee & casual in Central Park (The Park), ranked by rating and reviews, with vibes and insider tips.
Central Park in a line
843 acres of pretending you're not in Manhattan
Insider tip
The Ramble has better people-watching than Times Square. Pack snacks, Central Park prices are criminal.
All Coffee & Casual in Central Park
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Coffee/Tea
Central park cafe
3.2 out of 5Price level $Central Park Cafe is a unique cafe that combines the best of a coffee shop and a restaurant. We offer a full menu of delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner items, as well as a wide selection of coffee and tea drinks.
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Restaurant
Le Pain Quotidien
3.8 out of 5Price level $Le Pain Quotidien is a favorite restaurant spot in Central Park, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.
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Restaurant
Le Pain Quotidien
3.6 out of 5Price level $Le Pain Quotidien is a favorite restaurant spot in Central Park, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.
- Relaxed
- Cozy
Coffee/Tea
The Great Hall Balcony Cafe
2.7 out of 5Price level $Explore an Asian-accented menu featuring sandos, poke, sushi, salads, baked goods, coffee, espresso, wine, beer, and specialty cocktails.
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Coffee/Tea
Central Park Boathouse Café
3.2 out of 5Price level $Central Park Boathouse Café is a cafe in Central Park described by visitors as a cafe, deli sandwich, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.
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Coffee/Tea
Petrie Court Café
2.8 out of 5Price level $Enjoy a Mediterranean-accented menu complete with cheese and charcuterie, sandwiches, salads, baked goods, coffee, espresso, wine, beer, and specialty cocktails.
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Bakery
Dancing Crane Cafe
2.3 out of 5Price level $Dancing Crane Cafe is a favorite bakery spot in Central Park, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.
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Coffee/Tea
American Wing Cafe
1.8 out of 5Price level $$American Wing Cafe is a favorite coffee/tea spot in Central Park, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.
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- 2.0 out of 5, 542 reviewsPrice level $$
A casual dining marketplace within the Metropolitan Museum of Art featuring seasonal dishes with sustainable ingredients from local farms and ranches, providing a relaxing respite from museum crowds.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best cafes in Central Park?
Ranked by rating and number of reviews, the top cafes in Central Park on Moodap are The Ballfields Cafe (4.3 stars), Central park cafe (3.2 stars) and Le Pain Quotidien (3.8 stars). The full list is on this page.
Where can I find affordable cafes in Central Park?
7 of the 10 cafes listed in Central Park are budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked of them are Central park cafe, Le Pain Quotidien and The Great Hall Balcony Cafe.
How is the full list of cafes in Central Park ranked?
By star rating, weighted by how many reviews back it: a place with hundreds of strong reviews ranks above a perfect score from a handful. Places with few or no reviews come after well-reviewed ones. Not sure which fits your plans? Find Your Vibe™ picks one for your mood in about 25 seconds.
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