It's on 1 of my list. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- SubwayF, J, M, Z to Delancey St-Essex St, 6 min
- Address3 Clinton St, New York, NY 10002
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Since opening in 2011, Pause Cafe has been a go-to in the Lower East Side, prompting a recent move to a larger space due to constant lines. Boasting a breakfast menu loaded with healthy options, including delicious super-food bowls, it attracts locals seeking a nutritious start to their day.
Inspired by the owner’s Moroccan roots, the cafe emanates a vibrant North African and Mediterranean atmosphere, with mosaic-tiled bistro tables echoing the colors of its fruity breakfast bowls. Offering halal choices, Pause Cafe stands out as a top LES coffee shop for practicing Muslims.
With such variety, leaving hungry is not an option! Don’t miss the (working) Moroccan fountain embedded into the wall, adorned with small sea-blue tiles and brass accents, during your visit to this Lower East Side cafe.