Manhattan Espresso Cafe Menu

Welcome to Manhattan Espresso Cafe, an enchanting spot nestled at 146 E 49th St, New York, that captures the essence of European café culture. This café is not just about coffee; it's a celebration of craft and flavor. The House Blend Drip Coffee delivers a delightful medley of Colombian, Costa Rican, and Guatemalan beans, perfectly balanced for a satisfying sip at just $2.50.

  • Iced drinks like the refreshing Iced Cappuccino and Iced Caffe Mocha are a must-try during warmer days.
  • The freshly prepared bistro sandwiches offer innovative pairings like Prosciutto di Parma with fresh mozzarella, ideal for a casual bite.
  • Each pastry, from fruity lemon pies to rich chocolate cakes, is made from scratch, echoing customer sentiments of quality and freshness.

With options for takeout or relaxed outdoor seating, Manhattan Espresso Cafe is perfect for quick caffeine fixes or leisurely brunches.

Premium & Iced Coffee

House Blend Drip Coffee

Our signature medium roast blend of medium roast Colombian Excelso, Costa Rican Tarazu and Guatemalan Antigua medium body balanced with acidity.

$2.50

House Blend Drip Coffee Decaf

Our signature decaf blend of medium roast Colombian Excelso, Costa Rican Tarazu and Guatemalan Antigua medium body balanced with acidity.

$2.50

Drip Coffee Varietals

Colombian Supremo dark roast varietal coffee of the day. Changes daily.

$2.50

Drip Coffee Flavors

Hazelnut flavor coffee of the day. Changes daily.

$2.50

Cold Brew Coffee

Micro-Lot 18 Hour Cold Brew Coffee. Varietal coffee changes daily.

$4.95

Nitro Cold Brew Coffee

Micro-Lot 18 Hour Cold Brew Coffee with a velvety smooth froth and cascading satin layers of micro bubbles for a smooth, thick, slightly sweet flavor but with no sugar or dairy added.

$4.95

Iced Tea

Harney & Sons Master Blenders ... organic citron green, black, or peach.

$4.50

Hot Brewed Tea

Harney & Sons Master Blenders ... 20 varietals, organics and flavors.

$2.50

Espresso illy caffe

Our specialty, illy Italian roast arabica espresso.

$3.25

Espresso Macchiato illy caffe

illy Italian roast arabica espresso stained with milk.

$3.25

Cappuccino

An Italian favorite, its name is derived from the cap of velvety foam resembling the hooded robe of the ancient capuchin friars. Prepared with equal parts of espresso and steamed milk topped with creamy milk foam.

$4.75

Cafe Latte

Considered a breakfast drink in Italy, cafe latte is a combination of premium illy espresso and steamed milk topped with a dollop of foam.

$4.75

Cremona

Inspired by the famous home of violin maker Antonio Stradivari in Italy, our 'Cremona' is composed of equal parts premium illy espresso and steamed milk with a dollop of foam.

$4.75

Cafe Au Lait

Our quthentic french cafe au lait is prepared with dark french roast coffee blended with foamy steamed milk.

$4.00

Cafe Mocha

Illy espresso with Belgian chocolate and steamed milk.

$5.75

Hot Chocolate

Belgian chocolate with fresh steamed milk.

$4.50

Chai Tea Latte

Spiced sweet chai tea with steamed milk

$4.50

Premium Cafe Drinks

Iced Cafe Drinks

Iced Cappuccino

Our refreshing cappuccino served cold over ice.

$5.75

Iced Caffe Latte

Our refreshing cafe latte served cold over ice.

$5.75

Iced Caffe Mocha

A Belgian chocolate caffe latte topped with foam on ice.

$6.75

Frozen Caffe Granita

A refreshing blend of crushed ice, cold brew coffee, non-fat milk with either hazelnut, chocolate, vanilla or caramel.

$6.50

Frullato (Italian Smoothie)

A frozen fruit smoothie with a choice of strawberry, mixed berry or peach.

$6.95

Iced Chai Tea Latte

Spiced sweet chai tea, chilled milk, ice.

$5.75

Fresh Bakery Muffins

Classic baked muffins

$4.95

Scones - Blueberry

$4.95

Scones -Pumpkin

$4.95

Scones - Cranberry Orange

$4.95

Scones - Cinnamon

$4.95

Apple Danish

$4.95

Chocolate Pound Loaf Cake

$4.95

Chocolate Brownies

$4.95

Fresh Baked Cookies

Cookies baked fresh daily

$2.95

Italian Biscotti - Almond

Hand-made Italian Biscotti

$4.25

Italian Biscotti - Almond Chocolate Dipped

Hand-made Italian Biscotti

$4.75

Raspberry Shortbread

$3.95

Daily Baked Goods

Freshly Prepared Bistro Sandwiches

Ciabatta 'Crostoni' - Prosciutto di Parma

Fresh mozzarella, arugula, with extra virgin olive oil on open face toasted ciabatta bread

$12.50

Ciabatta 'Crostoni' - Marinated Artichoke Hearts and Capers

Marinated artichoke hearts, capers, fresh mozzarella, arugula, with black olive paste on open face toasted ciabatta bread.

$12.50

Ciabatta 'Crostoni' - Tuna Salad with Marinated Artichoke

Tuna salad with marinated artichoke hearts, black olives, capers, arugula on open face toasted ciabatta bread

$12.50

Ciabatta 'Crostoni' - Heirloom Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella

Heirloom tomato, fresh mozzarella, arugula, with black olive paste on open face toasted ciabatta bread topped with fresh seasonal ingredients.

$12.50

Ciabatta 'Crostoni' - Smoked Ham, American Cheddar with Grain Mustard & Arugula on open face toasted Ciabatta bread

Ciabatta 'Crostoni' - Open-face toasted ciabatta bread topped with fresh seasonal ingredients.

$12.50

Lunch Combo - Sandwich & Soup & Drink

$30.00

Ciabatta 'Crostoni' - "BLT" Heirloom Tomato, Smoked Bacon, & Arugula on open face toasted Ciabatta bread

Ciabatta 'Crostoni' - Open-face toasted ciabatta bread topped with fresh seasonal ingredients.

$8.50

Italian Prosciutto, Fresh Mozzarella & Arugula on Focaccia Bread Sandwich

$9.00

Smoked Turkey, Swiss Cheese & Tomatoes on Focaccia Bread Sandwich

$9.00

Vine Ripened Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, Arugula & Olive Paste on Focaccia Bread Sandwich

$9.00

Italian Tuna, Tomatoes & Arugula on Focaccia Bread Sandwich

$9.00

Home-style soups with sourdough roll Sandwich

$7.75