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Slate Cafe NoMad

Restaurant Cafe American restaurant Catering food and drink supplies

Modern, petite counter-order spot for coffee, breakfast bites & sandwiches, plus beer & wine. People often mention coffee, breakfast, spot, delicious, toast, great, good, busy, avocado, scramble,


Address

121 Madison Ave #5, New York, NY 10016

Website

www.slatecafe.com

Contact

(212) 683-7800

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (1.3K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 7:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Friday: 7:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Saturday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Sunday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Monday: 7:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Tuesday: 7:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday: 7:30 AM to 5 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: coffee (19) breakfast (18) spot (11) delicious (11) toast (11) great (9) good (8) busy (7) avocado (7) scramble (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Taylor S. 1 year ago on Google
    I found a new gem just north of the flat iron district. This place is right next to my office and a perfect spot for a delicious lunch. I went with the flank steak sandwich and it was incredible. The place was packed but the food came out super quick and the staff is very friendly. I didn’t try the coffee but I will be back for sure. There’s a reason why it was so busy… the food is great.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lexy M. 10 months ago on Google • 430 reviews
    Great food, coffee, and vibes. It was fancier than I thought it would be. The interior is super cute. We sat outside because the weather was nice. I got the bacon scramble with gluten free bread. The scramble part was great and the bread was very grainy. They bring the food to you after you order it and clear the dishes as well. They have a water spout and cups.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kate C. 1 year ago on Google
    My new favorite coffee & chill breakfast/brunch spot in the area. Perfect for a bite with friends, getting work done (great Wi-Fi) or a casual date. Try: - salmon egg & cheese on focaccia - cold brew (proper caffeine kick) Added bonus: they have paper straws 💕 Atmosphere: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Food: 5/5
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Priya 4 months ago on Google • 526 reviews
    Food: ordered buffalo chicken salad( but its a wrap) , its expensive $16 but heavy. Vibe: its busy most of the time but you get seats. Service: people were welcoming.

  • 5/5 Koby O. 3 months ago on Google • 262 reviews New
    Solid spot in Midtown, a real gem in an area that's not exactly known for being cozy. It's like a little Aussie cafe oasis amid all the city noise. They've got the good stuff – top-notch coffee, killer avo toasts, granola, yogurt, you name it. Food's on point, coffee hits the mark, and the folks working there? Super friendly and chill. Definitely a place I'd swing by again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Evelyn S. 1 month ago on Google • 33 reviews New
    Beautiful, spacious cafe with delicious drinks. Had the chai latte and vanilla rose matcha latte (not one for matcha but the other flavors balanced out the drink nicely!), while my friend had the raspberry hot chocolate. The baristas are also very sweet and chill, creating a further welcoming environment. Didn’t eat this time but my friend enjoyed a rustic chicken sandwich, which all drinks and food were served to our table and we could keep the number in case we ordered more (super convenient!). Highly recommended, especially as this is a laptop-friendly environment with WiFi!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Samantha K. 3 months ago on Google • 23 reviews New
    One of my favorite cafes in NYC! This spot is always my go-to for a weekend brunch, and during the week I like to get lunch and work from the cafe. Service is always friendly. Everything on the menu is great, but my favorites are the rose matcha, avocado toast, and pesto chicken bowl.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ella H. 5 months ago on Google • 197 reviews
    Very cute place for breakfast/lunch. Space is limited, but we were able to snag a spot. Lots of vegan and non-vegan options, with both sweet and savory. Dijon chickpea salad sandwich was so so good. And the sweet toast? Obsessed! Def a must try if you’re in the area
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jenna S. 4 months ago on Google • 95 reviews
    Thankfully we found this gem!!! We are SO IMPRESSED with the beauty of the dishes and how FAST they got us our food. Everything we ordered was gorgeous, atmosphere is gorgeous, modern, beautiful decor. I would come here again and again. We ate a full breakfast: avocado toast, mushroom scramble, and rose berry waffles. Then ordered hot chocolates to go for the day, mine with oat milk. Go, you won't regret it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bethany L. 11 months ago on Google
    We got breakfast takeout from here during an overnight to NYC. It was absolutely delicious! I was really impressed with the menu and was so relieved that they had non-dairy milk options for our coffee! The coffee was excellent quality! I would absolutely eat here again and would recommend it to anyone else. I wish I had taken more pictures of our food, because it was as beautiful as it was delicious!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tasbiha 2 years ago on Google
    Great place for a quick and healthy breakfast. They are generally pretty busy but the service is still quick. The food is freshly prepared and delicious! I especially enjoyed the lox with capers. The coffee was also excellent. It’s also very reasonably priced for the food. Would visit again!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Agathe G. 2 years ago on Google
    Bright and cosy cafe with a compact breakfast and lunch menu. Friendly service and the food was consistently good. A few vegetarian options but none vegan (the sweet bread option wasn't available when I visited).
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Hector G. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice little place for breakfast. There was a bit of a line when we got here but they were still pretty fast. Food is good, coffee was great.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 rosina p. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing place, amazing people, amazing food ! The staff was suuuper friendly, helpful, hard working .The place was so busy, but the nice hostess managed to find us a table for less than 5 minutes. The atmosphere was delightful. I honestly think they don’t charge enough for the quality they offer. And last but not least - the food OMG I had troubles picking my meal because everything on the menu looks delicious. Breakfast, lunch , coffee drinks. There’s also a free water station. I’m so happy me and my friend went there for brunch. I strongly recommend to everyone.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Al Salt Al B. 6 months ago on Google • 78 reviews
    The avocado toast was absolutely delicious, very flavorful! I got eggs on the side and well. Coffee was okay at best.

  • 4/5 Giang N. 2 months ago on Google • 70 reviews New
    A nice little spot for a quick bite. I was here around 10am on a Saturday for brunch. It wasn't too busy, perhaps 75% capacity. Was able to order quickly and grab a counter spot. The food and latte were overall reasonable. They forgot I had ordered two extra eggs for the avocado toast so they had to bring them out separately about 5 minutes after the toast. The avocado toast was slightly on the small side -- to my mild surprise, but then I recalibrated my expectations because the price was relatively lower than toasts I've gotten at other Manhattan spots. The honey was a somewhat interesting twist, but I think slightly too much -- the sweet honey was a little too strong. Nevertheless I give a 4 ⭐ for all areas.

  • 5/5 Amber W. 2 months ago on Google • 35 reviews New
    Slate is a nice spot to get breakfast. It was pretty busy but we were able to get a seat at one of the larger tables. The salmon egg and cheese and americano were delicious!

  • 5/5 Magda T. 5 months ago on Google • 29 reviews
    Excellent service and amazing food. I had a waffle with fresh berry jam and it was incredible! So good we came back again today to have a granola breakfast! All the staff are super friendly and at your service to help you choose your breakfast. I will recommend this cafe for your date, when you want to chill or even to work from if you’re like me working remotely!

  • 4/5 The Foodie A. 8 months ago on Google
    Very popular coffee shop. Drip coffee is average. Avocado toast with spicy is pretty good.

  • 5/5 Matti I. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent restaurant to have healthy and tasty breakfast. We went there four times because it was near our hotel. Highly recommended! Especially chicken sandwich was super!

  • 5/5 Bertrand L. 4 months ago on Google • 23 reviews
    The best place to get breakfast. The Grilled Cheese is absolutely perfect. Go try it now!!

  • 5/5 Daniel F. 2 years ago on Google
    Great coffee and food spot! Has all the standard coffee combos you would find + some special seasonal drinks. I would recommend the Chocolate Chip Pancake latte if you have the spare calories! The food is also quite delicious; can’t go wrong with a bacon scramble. Also has outdoor seating.

  • 5/5 Joanie A. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely the best breakfast sandwiches I've had in a long time. Order at a counter and have food served to you inside or in enclosed outdoor seating where you are separately by table. Great coffee spot too.

  • 5/5 Jea Hyun K. 2 years ago on Google
    Always been wanting to try this place after reading so many good reviews about their Avocado toast and breakfast waffles. I only got to try their Avocado toast, but it really lived up to its hype and was made to perfection. Drizzle of honey combined with a sprinkle of chili, pinch of salt, and a bit of sourness from the toast created a flavor explosion that beautifully harmonized with the umami flavor of the avocado. The hazelnut latte that I got on the side was also great for neutralizing my palate in between each bite.

  • 5/5 Raquel 2 years ago on Google
    Many breakfast and brunch options. We tried them all! The waffle plate is small, I expected 2 waffles, not 1. The smoked salmon bagel is a big plate that may be shared.

  • 5/5 Snezhana S. 6 months ago on Google
    I loved the breakfast pizza - so much flavor! Unfortunately the decaf coffee was not for my taste but the food was amazing!

  • 5/5 Nick R. 9 months ago on Google
    I ate here 2 days on vacation and the food and coffee was great! Very fresh food served relatively fast considering the crowd and fresh hot coffee. My only regret is I wish I would’ve gone here more instead of Starbucks on that one day. Honestly I was impressed by the presentation of the food and just the overall experience in general. I’ll make a point to come here again when I’m on vacation.

  • 4/5 Matthew G. 1 year ago on Google
    Bacon scramble was very tasty and the portion was generous. Bit too much cheddar for my liking, but was good nevertheless. Coffee was a bit disappointing and seemed watered down and had a weird flavor. This place was walking distance from the hotel I stayed at. Definitely better than any hotel offerings for breakfast. Worth checking out.

  • 4/5 Sharon 2 years ago on Google
    Came here for brunch on a Saturday, and the place was a bit packed and there was a bit of a line. The food came out fast though. We ordered an avocado egg white sandwich and a mushroom scramble which was really delicious!! The coffee wasn’t bad but it wasn't great either :p I would come back for the food :)

  • 3/5 Kevin Johan W. 1 year ago on Google
    Ciabatta steak and grilled cheese sandwiches were both very standard fair, and scrambled eggs came a bit runny. Looks the part of neighborhood cafe, but tastes a bit like a chain. Especially when it’s packed the service is probably the worst part of the experience. Not the worst but not worth an extra trip.

  • 5/5 Hande B. 2 years ago on Google
    A lot of options to select from. Salad, bowls and sandwiches. They have breakfast as well. Seating outside is so cute. I had the salad 🥗 Was a great portion was delicious 🤤 Can be a little crowded busy so be quick and get your spot.


Call (212) 683-7800 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
    • ✓️ Good for working on laptop
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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