
About Old Fashion Café
Tucked away in the heart of New York, Old Fashion Café is a beloved neighborhood gathering spot where genuine hospitality meets quality coffee. This independent gem goes beyond the typical café experience—guests linger over drinks, discover delicious food, and become part of a warm community. With a stellar 4.4-star rating from hundreds of satisfied regulars, it's the kind of place where you're treated like family, not just another customer passing through.
What People Are Saying
from Google & Yelp"Stopped by this bar just to grab a few drinks but ended up staying for dinner. I ordered the beef pasta and seared salmon. The pasta was really good and full of flavor, definitely the standout of the meal. The salmon was cooked well but lacked a bit of seasoning for my taste. Drinks were great though, I loved the bubble drink and the spicy cocktail (can’t remember the name). Overall a nice spot to relax with drinks and food!"
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amazing Italian Lunch Experience I had a fantastic lunch at Old Fashion Café. The atmosphere is warm, modern, and inviting — the perfect spot to enjoy authentic Italian food in New York. I ordered the chicken cacciatora, and it was outstanding: tender, flavorful, and cooked exactly the way this classic dish should be. The fresh bread served alongside was perfect for enjoying every bit of the sauce. For dessert, I tried the tiramisu, which was light, creamy, and beautifully presented — one of the best I’ve had in the city. Service was friendly and attentive, making the whole experience even better. If you’re looking for genuine Italian cuisine and a relaxing place to enjoy lunch, Old Fashion Café is absolutely worth a visit. I’ll definitely be returning."
"The service is here is ABSOLUTELY abysmal. My party was seated at a table. We order drinks, not even 20 minutes in as we’re about to order food, we’re told we need to give up the table. The host stand made an error and needed to seat a party of 7 that had a reservation. We had to stand with our drinks in the middle of the restaurant. Not once did the wait staff or the management attempt to make things right. We were completely ignored. No one asked us if we wanted another drink, no one attempted to comp anything, honestly we didn’t even get the damn bill until we asked to speak to the manager. The manager/owner never apologized. I told him we were disappointed with the service and wanted our drinks comped. He just told us not to tip and it was a Saturday night, so what did we expect? I expect to be treated like a paying customer whose presence is valued. Based on some other reviews that’s too much to ask here. Soho has so many amazing AUTHENTIC Italian restaurants and bars, save your money and go it somewhere else."
"The Old Fashion Cafe has a great ambiance, perfect for a cozy breakfast. We ordered the spinach omelette and avocado toast. The avocado toast was delicious, but unfortunately, the spinach omelette was way too salty, making it difficult to enjoy. While the setting was nice, the food quality could use some improvement."
"This is a cozy yet chic Italian restaurant & bar. I normally go here for their famous espresso martini & spiritz. The staffs are extremely charming and friendly. You will always have a good time there. Strongly recommend!!!"
"In New York for barely 24 hours and needed something quick. This was walking distance from Galia Lahav, so it made sense. Three of us ordered the chicken..."