It's on 4 of my lists. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Address247 E 81st St, New York, NY 10028
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
When it comes to instagrammable cafes in the Upper East Side, Hutch + Waldo is hard to beat. Founded in 2016, this cafe strives to recreate the coastal vibes of an easy-going Australian cafe.
Serving great coffee in the Upper East Side in a relaxed setting, this place fills up with locals during the busy brunch hour. They have an impressive food menu full of delicious breakfast dishes like scrambled eggs, burritos, avocado toast and smoothies.
Speaking of which, you might be interested in reading, 10 Flavorful Brunch Spots on the Upper East Side
Unpopular opinion. Hot take. You don’t need to spend $7 on a latte to get great coffee in Upper East Side.
When it comes to Instagrammable brunch on the Upper East Side, Hutch + Waldo takes the cake. Serving great coffee and colorful Australian-inspired fare, the joint swells with locals during the busy brunch hour.
Seasonal produce guides the menu, which is full of classic dishes like creamy scrambled eggs, hearty breakfast burritos, and refreshing smoothies.
As basic as it sounds, the avocado toast is my go-to order. Served with a generous smashing of avocado, heirloom tomato, micro greens, house marinated feta and chili oil on Balthazar Bakery bread, it’ll easily tide you over while exploring the neighborhood.
When it comes to Instagrammable brunch near Central Park, Hutch + Waldo might just take the cake. Founded in 2016, this cafe strives to recreate the easy-going coastal vibes of Australia, where the owners are from.
Serving great coffee in one of the cutest cafes in NYC, this joint fills up with locals during the busy brunch hour. Everything is sourced locally and only seasonal produce is used at this Upper East Side brunch spot, so rest assured you’re enjoying a hearty meal.
Further Reading. Coffee is just as important as food, here are 8+ Satisfying Cafes in the Upper East Side worth checking out.
When it comes to Instagrammable cafes in New York City, Hutch + Waldo might just take the cake. Founded in 2016, this cafe strives to recreate the easy-going coastal vibes of Australia, where the owners are from.
Serving great coffee in one of the cutest NYC cafes, this place fills up with locals during the busy brunch hour. They have an impressive food menu full of. Everything is sourced locally and only seasonal produce is used, so rest assured you’re enjoying a hearty meal.