Christine L.
Yelp
This place is a favorite in Miami, and it finally came to NYC! I attended their Grand Opening today (7/19) and there was already a line when I got here at 12:15. It went pretty fast, 10-15 min or so before reaching the front. The manager was so nice, running around to pass out menus and thanking us for waiting. We also got a free blue Pura Vida tote bag.
The format of this place is you order at the front, and then find seating. It was super packed so we got our food to-go, but ended up snagging a table indoors. The inside is so cute, very white and beachy with cute pops of greenery. There's a fun elevated seating area in the back too by the bathrooms. The workers are super friendly and wear the cutest scrabble letter name tags. They also kept checking in to ask how the food was and if we needed anything.
Okay for the food! I ordered the Perfect Egg Sandwich, which is a sourdough bagel with soft boiled egg, avocado, arugula, tomato, mozz, and a choice of sourdough bagel (plain, everything, sesame. I got it with the plain. I also got a Lulu's Lemons juice which I heard was someone else's favorite. The bagel sandwich was so delicious! The eggs were jammy and the arugula gave a nice bite. It came with Pura Vida sauce, which is tangy and delicious and really elevated the sandwich. The juice is also tasty with the chia seeds, and the bottle is so cute! My friend got the veggie omelette which came with smashed avocado and was very good as well. I did prefer my egg sandwich though.
Overall I loved Pura Vida for their fresh and tasty food and drinks, super cute space, friendly service, and overall vibe. I can really see why it's a staple in Miami. I'm so happy I stopped by on their Grand Opening and wish them all the best with their New York venture!