Abraço – Mediterranean

Steeped in the soulful hum of jazz and the aroma of freshly roasted beans, this intimate East Village corner captures the kinetic energy of a classic European espresso bar. Patrons linger over slices of legendary, citrus-bright olive oil cake and velvety cortados, finding a warm, standing-room sanctuary where the boundary between the sidewalk and the café dissolves into a shared love for bold, artisanal flavors.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Price range: $

Currently open