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Pavé
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Pavé
7.7
A calm little patisserie-style café tucked into Midtown’s bustle, offering meticulously laminated pastries and light savory bites. It’s a quieter, more craft-focused counter-service stop than most of the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Almond croissant, Jambon-beurre baguette, Seasonal fruit tart
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 7.5
Food Quality: 8
Atmosphere: 7.9
Cultural Relevance: 6.8
What makes it special: Quiet French-leaning pastry craft in a tourist-heavy zone.
Who should go: Anyone craving a peaceful coffee-and-pastry break.
When to visit: Mid-morning or mid-afternoon off-peak.
What to order: Almond croissant, jambon-beurre, fruit tart.
Insider tip: Grab a seat inside—it's a rare calm pocket nearby.
Pavé
8.1
A refined Midtown bread-and-pastry café emphasizing laminated doughs, savory tartines, and meticulous viennoiserie. The calm room and bakery-first menu make it a genuine refuge from Times Square chaos.
Must-Try Dishes:
Matcha Scone, Jambon Beurre with Comté, Passion Fruit Brioche
Scores:
Value: 7.7
Service: 8
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 8.7
Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: Serious artisan baking with a quiet café vibe.
Who should go: Coffee-and-pastry minimalists
When to visit: Early morning for freshest bakes
What to order: Matcha scone, jambon beurre, seasonal brioche
Insider tip: Take a loaf to-go—breads sell out by lunch.