Break Away Cafe

Break Away Cafe sits on a quiet stretch of Cabrini Boulevard, just where the Upper West Side begins to slope toward the river. The spot trades in beans over brunch, with breakfast turning serious once the espresso machine hisses awake, beer lights pop at happy hour, and takeout orders stack up at the counter. Fast service keeps the line moving, while the handful of tables out front offer no-frills sidewalk views of the neighborhood passing by. Curbside pickup gives a quick out if you're in a hurry, and seats inside invite a longer sit with coffee that’s been mentioned more than once.

The 71 Cabrini Boulevard door is open daily for dine-in or to-go cups. Need a map or roughly where the block lives? Use the directions listing and call *(646) 983-4793* for pickup timing or seating questions. Late mornings, noon rushes, and early evenings stay busy, so expect the rush before you place the order.