Vanilla Gorilla Cafe

Finally found a place in New York that serves truly fantastic coffee! Their lattes are spot on, and the kids absolutely loved the Chilla drinks. We also tried the breakfast Pastrinos and they were a massive hit, fresh, delicious, and full of flavour. Great food, great coffee, great vibe. We’ll definitely be back!

First time in New York, walking down the street, the name got me, it’s pretty cute! I wanted coffee and they had so many options! They were so organized inside, everything came out the perfect temperature and DELICIOUS! I also got a funfetti muffin, because it looked Happy to be honest and it was yummy, gave a corn muffin vibe but a pinch sweeter! Go check em out!

Great! Small cafe just a short walk from the New Yorker that has vibrant friendly workers, a great clean seating area, and lots of choices of coffee and foods. I got the Breakfast Pastrino as it comes and it was delicious. The sauce has a nice kick to it and the cheese is nice and stretchy. It was out very quickly and HOT! Drip coffee was also very good. Service was great. Everyone was very nice and took great care of me. Atmosphere was extremely comfortable. The building is in a great spot just to watch life in the city go about. Didn't feel like I was in a rush to leave at all. Overall A. Will be back!

Great café with excellent breakfast sandwiches and really good coffee. The ambiance is warm and inviting, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. I tried both the baguette and the Pastrino, and the Pastrino was my favorite. It’s wrapped in a thick, fluffy flatbread like a tortilla, which makes it unique and very filling. I haven’t tried the lunch options yet, but after this experience, I definitely want to. Vanilla Gorilla Coffee is a spot I’ll be coming back to

Walking in it was a warm welcoming atmosphere. You had a lovely gentleman at the counter greeting you in song 🎵 such a fantastic attitude you could just tell he wanted to be there. My boyfriend and I ordered the breakfast pastrino and please let me tell you DO NOT SKIP OUT ON THIS! Such a flaky, buttery, savory, slightly sweet wrap 😋 I got the pumpkin spice latte, it wasn't like any other pumpkin spice I've tried not too sweet definitely for coffee lovers! My boyfriend got the Caramel Gorilla Chilla and it was so good I was sipping off his 🤭 Such amazing service, nice welcoming calm atmosphere definitely wish we could come back but we live in NH 🥲

Cool atmosphere for an early coffee and breakfast before the day begins. Awesome sandwiches that I asked to make without the meats and super fresh cheese. Loved it.

Sadly understaffed and the coffee here is mediocre at best. My cafe latte was tepid and tasteless. They had porcelain cups but I still got mine in a paper cup. Service was slow and slap dashed. It was a waste of money and a waste of coffee and my time. I just pitched it. The place was a tad dirty.

Came here to get a coffee given the high reviews I saw. Ordered a large Iced Latte which came out to an astounding $9.42. After ordering and the cashier/barista going off to make the coffee another person comes to check the screen. The previous worker turns asks him “Didn’t Tip?” He replied “Yes” and they shared an annoyed glance. Her demeanor visibly changed and the interaction turned sour from there. Aside the fact that it doesn’t make sense to tip BEFORE you receive something, talking like this about a customer in a language you don’t think they understand is poor behavior. Will not return, there are an incredible array of coffeeshops such that you don’t have to deal with this type of behavior

I discovered this shop while waiting for our omakase to start next door. It was a surprise so didn't wanna just hop right in. We were feeling tired so decided to grab a coffee around 4pm. He loves iced coffee, I like hot. So we got one of each and sat down. They have some table and chairs, so if you wanted to eat lunch or quick bite here it's very convenient. The environment at the time was relaxed and chill, no on rushing us. Service was quick and impromptu. It's been a minute so I don't remember the exact drinks, very likely a mocha or honey vanilla, but omg it was good! We both were very surprised and want to try their food and coffee again whenever we are in the city! I guess we are fans now!

Vanilla Gorilla Cafe was very good overall. The coffee hit the spot -- I ordered the vanilla latte with oat milk and my husband got an Americano, and we both enjoyed them. We also both ordered the Breakfast Pastrino, which is a croissant wrap with eggs and bacon. So good. We love croissants, and turning one into a breakfast wrap? Yes, please. It was tasty enough that we came back two mornings in a row. The inside is pretty sterile and minimal, except for a fun gorilla cartoon on a couple of the walls, which adds a little personality. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is the service on our second visit. I asked if they could just do eggs without the sandwich, and the guy behind the counter was pretty rude about it. That was disappointing. That said, the coffee and food are genuinely very good, and if you're looking for a quick, satisfying breakfast in NYC, this is a solid place to go.

I dropped by here for coffee one day before catching my train. When I saw the Hot Honey Iced Latte on the menu, I decided I had to try it. Based on the menu, it was the most unique drink to me and although I knew it could go any direction in terms of how much I enjoyed it... I was willing to take the risk. Ultimately, it's pretty mild in terms of how much hot honey is added so not to worry if the concern is spice. It also wasn't too sweet! However, the latte itself tasted kind of watery to me and overall not the most flavorful. Even if it had been a regular latte, I don't know that it would have been one I 100% enjoyed. But it did the trick and I drank about half of it before I realized it I wasn't completely enjoying it. However, service was great so I'd be down to return and try something else on the menu in the future.

I woke up at 4:00am to catch a metro train, to an Amtrak train, to see my friend on his wedding day in NYC. Needless to say, caffeine was needed as soon as I got into the city. Vanilla Gorilla was on my way to our meeting spot so I ran in, and had my oat milk latte in had less than two minutes later. I wish I'd tried one of the hot honey lattes but I was too tired to think to deviate from my usual order. I appreciated their speed and the latte was smooth. 10/10 would return.

About a 1-1.5: Vanilla Gorilla Cafe is considered an artisan coffee shop - their menu offers hot and iced beverages, sandwiches, and bakery items. We came here before a show to get some caffeine fix: +a Mocha Choca Caramel Latte - the house's signature espresso with milk chocolate cocoa, caramel drizzle, and steamed milk layers +a Chai Latte - with oat milk +and, an Iced Peach Tea Unfortunately, the drinks were pretty terrible - the lattes tasted like steamed milk, but you couldn't taste anything else; the peach tea was one of the worst, as something was wrong with the green tea that was mixed in, or the water wasn't filtered correctly? The staff were very sweet and kind; they are able to replace/remake your drinks, but even our replacements were awful... There is a good number of seating, and it was a nice little quiet spot in the middle of Times Square/Theater District. Restrooms require a code. +awful drinks +friendly service

Was in town for work.... Great spot! Clean, friendly and good coffee! Iced vanilla latte & iced americano were perfect! Breakfast sandwiches were good as well! Staff was friendly and quick!

Service was not good. The girl had a bad attitude. The food wasn't very good either, didn't feel like quality food at all or worth the price at all. Skimpy, bland. I ordered the breakfast wrap thing and I didn't even want to finish it. Go get a real plate of food elsewhere.

Not a bad cafe, tons of space to study/work. They charge 3% extra for using a credit card, if I knew, I'd pay cash; I had cash on me. Service was not bad and order comes out fairly quick. A bit expensive, I got a small latte and a sandwich, was $19 bucks.

5/5: Perfect coffee pick me up after minimal sleep and a flight into New York. My friend and I randomly found Vanilla Gorilla Cafe after searching for a coffee spot near our hotel. It isn't far from Times Square. The coffee was excellent, and the staff were friendly. Prices were on par for NYC. The cafe itself was bustling with some of the tables filled with people catching up or working on their laptops. I'd come back again and try some of the food. Vanilla Gorilla Cafe seems to pride itself on using top notch ingredients.

Vanilla Gorilla Cafe in New York, NY (Hell's Kitchen). Have you heard of a "PASTRINO"? It's an amazing original creation found only at @vanillagorillacafe! A Hot and Buttery Flat Croissant is wrapped around your favorite ingredients making it a wonderful hand held snack! I tried the breakfast pastrino and it did not disappoint! Definitely don't miss out on the freshly baked goods and the speciality coffees here. Such a great place to hang while you enjoy their tasty treats! Insta: @thehungrysw PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE GORILLA MOCHA CHILLA BREAKFAST PASTRINO- Hot and Buttery Flat Croissant Wrapped Around Two Farm Fresh Scrambled Eggs, Savory Bacon, Tomato & Melted Aged White SMOKED SALMON SANDWICH- Smoked Salmon layered with Fresh Cucumbers, Pickled Onions and Capers on a Bed of Cream Cheese - Ciabatta or Multi Grain Bread. ALMOND CROISSANT- Layers of hot and buttery pastry dough filled with our decadent, homemade almond cream, topped with sliced almonds

Stopped by for a delicious brunch before sightseeing in the area. We ordered a smoked salmon pastrino and the breakfast pastrino. Out of the two, the breakfast pastrino was my favorite, though I do wish it had a bit more egg/Bacon inside. I really enjoyed the wrap, which is slightly sweet and a bit flaky. Larger interior than most cafes with plenty of seating. Service was friendly as well and food came out fresh but quickly. Would recommend!

This place had me in a chokehold I live in the Bay Area North California and I was visiting New York and I will go to this café every day while I was out there the customer service is phenomenal. The food is good the pastries the sandwiches the coffee is Matcha I mean, whatever you wanna get get it You will not be disappointed. I wish they had vanilla gorilla out here. So if the owner reads this, lol just no you have support on the west side and we need yall out here too !

Friendly service, delicious breakfast, sandwich and clean floors. Great place for a quick bite. They make pastries on the premises from scratch!

We were looking for a cafe or breakfast spot where we could get a good coffee and a freshly made breakfast sandwich. The breakfast oadtrino was great, unique and exactly what we were looking for. The coffee was great, too. The cafe was located conveniently near our hotel--the Hilton in Times Square. For about $40, we got coffee and breakfast for two. It's also a great place to sit and do work while enjoying breakfast or coffee!

Small intimate space, the smell of coffee is in the air. The staff was super cool. I got me a nice strong espresso and a pumpkin spice latte. Both were very good!

Came across this spot while looking for a quick bite before starting my day. Walked in to a clean and well decorated place. Arrived a little before 1pm on a Thursday and they were limited on seats so we opt for take out. Ordered the Reuben Pastrino and give it a 4.5/5 because I'm a saucy person and wish it had more sauce. Iced matcha 3.5/5 I had a hard time tasting the matcha flavor but still taste good Iced peach tea 4/5 strong peach flavor and yummy tea, wish I had added syrup for extra sweetness Overall a pretty decent spot if you're looking for something quick and easy.

Thank you sooooooo much for exchanging me moneyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I guess I can add the service is so good to include that aspect Save my life in NY And the coffee is fantastic!

I was in NYC for a day trip and wanted to grab a quick lunch on my way from the train station to the theater where I was catching a matinee. Vanilla Gorilla ended up being the perfect choice! I arrived around noon on a weekday and there was plenty of seating available. Service was quick and friendly. I ordered a Iced Hazel-Nut'n Honey Latte and Chicken Club Pastrino. The latte was very good, although the hazelnut and honey flavors were subtle. As someone with a major sweet tooth who likes their lattes on the sweetest end of the flavor spectrum, I might try one of their other flavors next time. The Pastrino was delicious and filling. The ingredients were fresh, and the croissant wrap had a light but chewy texture with a crispy outside. The flavor and texture were both excellent. I couldn't resist also getting a S'mores Cookie from the bakery case, and it was as delicious as it looked. Soft and chewy with a great S'mores flavor. Overall, the meal was a great value for the quality and portion size. The dining room was clean and comfortable, and they had free wi-fi. I'll be back again the next time I'm in the area!

The cappuccinos are amazing and the smoked salmon sandwich was delicious. The decor is spare, but it's a quiet place to sit and enjoy the moment.

Was looking for breakfast while at work and stumbled across here. I ordered a Small Iced Vanilla Latte with oat milk and a Butter Croissant via Uber Eats. The total on Uber Eats was $17.93. When it arrived, the bag came neatly packaged with their logo on the front. There was no spillage inside (which I appreciate). The coffee itself wasn't my favorite. There wasn't enough of the vanilla flavoring and it wasn't as potent as I wanted it to be. Now the croissant, was just as described, buttery, not too flakey, and not hard at all. The portion wasn't disappointing as well. I finished it very quickly and I could honestly say I would've had another one! Overall, I feel like I personally won't order coffee here again, but I would look at their baked goods.

Loved this place when I was there! Their online menu has great pictures for everything and makes every item look really intriguing. They had a good amount of tables and seats and it wasn't busy on a Sunday morning which I was appreciative of. I ordered the smoked salmon sandwich and the iced vanilla latte. Loved the sandwich! It was delicious and I liked the ratio of fillings to bread. The iced vanilla latte was delish too and wasn't overly sweet but felt refreshing which is kinda surprising for a coffee drink! Their pastrinos, which I believe is their specialty item, looked really good but I was going for something a little lighter on the stomach at this time so I hope to try one of those in the future. Prices felt really fair especially considering the location of this cafe and the employee I interacted with was pleasant. I would happily come back.

Vanilla Gorilla is a decent option for a quick (relatively) healthy option, although not too reasonable with pricing. The food is OK but a chicken, mozzarella wrap with a basic drink just should not be $20 (which it was with tax and modest tip). I'm sorry but the pics of the food totally do not resemble what you get!! The mouth watering descriptions set you up for disappointment. I guess it's hard to get too enthused about a wrap. I also deducted one star because the server (for no reason) hurriedly me along from putting in my mail to get the rewards because as I was finishing, he assumed I didn't know what I was doing g (even tho I was just gonna hit enter): the coffee was also substandard. I'll skip it next time!

The breakfast was okay, the pastrino was too hard to chew, the service was ordinary, and the atmosphere was just okay.

I think the price was unfair for ts quantity. Like, $15 for a small sandwich? Also a lot of the food tasted like it was from Walmart or smth vru. Fr js make it atp (like the muffins). Ngl js go to a grocery store. But it wasn't bad or anything

20 dollars for a sandwich with barely any meat, and an iced tea. Prices in this area are out of control.

My new favorite coffee spot in NYC. We don't usually repeat spots when we're in town, but this was the exception. Best vanilla latte (hot and iced) I've ever had.

The couple of orders I've had from here have already made me a regular to the point that I ordered something 3 days in a row. The croissant breakfast wrap is excellent. It's something different from other breakfast wraps at most cafes and really stood out to me. Their coffee hasn't let me down yet and they pay attention when you ask for things like extra this or less of that.

If you want totally completely flavorless coffee, lack of thoughtful ambiance with bad acoustics so your ears hurt while you try to enjoy your coffee, and you feel like your order is taken and served by robots -- then come here! I'm going to throw my coffee away and go find a better spot. I generously gave two stars because they at least got my latte order correct.

This place was a fantastic find to start the day. Ordered a vanilla latte that was perfect in size and flavor. I also ordered a breakfast pastrino that resembled a croissant burrito. It was as crispy as could be and with the egg and melted cheese, it was heavenly. The side of pickles was the perfect complement to the sandwich. If you're in the area or not far, try this place. The staff were friendly and there was plenty of space to enjoy a cafecito and a pastry or sandwich.

I have come here so many times; this cafe has great coffee, food, and plenty of seating. The staff is always kind and patient despite the frequent crowds. I love working from here as the their wifi is free and fast. It gets a bit noisy inside, but if you don't mind, it's a great spot to work from. Their pastrino's are delicious and super filling! I love the breakfast pastrino. The smoked salmon sandwich is also delicious. Everything is always fresh. A gem!

We walked in here on a Monday and no one was around except 1 customer. Ambience is relaxing. Seating area is available. Ordered: chai latte and regular coffee and breakfast pastrino.

While a tad-bit overpriced, the quality of the food was delicious. I ordered a chicken pastrino and it was really good! It was a to-go order so I can't really speak to the ambiance of the restaurant but the service was really good and the food was prepared promptly and on-time.

Overall 3/5 stars! I had the Iced Matcha Latte with Oatmilk and put a splash of honey in mine. I am a HUGE matcha girl, so I definitely enjoyed my drink, however the oatmilk this time around definitely overpowered the Matcha :( so I definitely wish it had more of a matcha taste to it, but it was still good! The vibe in the Café was super duper cute & I loved the aesthetic, and the service was beyond great! Our cashier was super friendly, which is always appreciated!

It's not the first time here and definitely not the last time, I love the spicy honey coffee that you can't find or copy somewhere else. The food is super fresh and gets served right away. Always clean and welcoming and its nice just to sit and see people that comes to sit over and work. They have a section with couches and section for big tables that you can share or just a small one to sit by your own. It was worth the flight to New York just for that!

Pros Clean Comfortable seating In house made pastries Nice staff Average price Quiet Cons Blended frappe too icy

Came across this cafe while visiting NYC. They have a good selection of coffee, breakfast sandwiches and lunch sandwiches. Aside of our coffee, we also ordered a vegan pizza wrap with mushrooms. It tasted good and was filling so I ate half and shared the rest. The service and ambiance are good.

Im kinda sad as Im writing this review, that there are NO Vanilla Gorilla Cafes near the D.M.V. I was determined to get Starbucks before heading to the museums. My friend who is from the Bronx, told me that this place tops, Starbucks in a heartbeat. I go in, and the whole cafe is a vibe. The sweets displayed and from what I saw online made my jaw dropped. Too bad, I had ate, and wasnt that hungry for sweets. They also have delicious bites and offer breakfast items too. They are located a block away from the train station. My drink was an iced vanilla latte, and im forever hooked. there coffee is 10x than SB. This will be my first pit stop when I arrive in NYC from now on. Service is great. Fast friendly service. Plenty of space to meet friends, or just to chill. Please expand to Maryland :)

I'd brave the annoying time square crowd over and over again for this!!! Stumbled upon this place cause it was a short walk from our hotel. Ate here three times for bfast on our 5day NYC trip cause everything was hella bomb. The pastrino was to die for. Its been months after I had it and I still, to this day, remember how good it was. Another thing i liked is how friendly the baristas are,. Its hard to score a table during bfast/brunch but if you do, sit down and enjoy that pastrino! Really wish they head on over to LA ‍

We needed a good spot for a quick bite before a play, and Vanilla Gorilla fit the bill. It was clean and there were plenty of tables for all of us. The sandwiches were excellent, service was great (attentive, prompt, and friendly), and the pickle slices were delicious! Would definitely return, and would recommend.

Vanilla Gorilla is our weekend treat to ourselves. We order from here all of the time and love it! Everything has been delicious. The coffee and iced teas are our favorite. I love that there are so many vegan options.

Had the breakfast pastrami and an Americano. Meh. Americano was pretty bad and sandwich was just ordinary.

A decent place for a carry out breakfast or lunch and coffee in Hell's Kitchen. The "pastrino" is the thing here, food-wise. The gimmick is that it's a wrap made from croissant dough. It's tasty, and the fillings are quality, but croissants should be flaky. These are not. It feels like a huge waste of all that butter and calories just to end up with what's basically a tender-but-dense and fatty tortilla.

LOVED IT! Everything is so good, officially my favorite coffee shop. Recommend for whoever is in New York.

Pretty good cafe to do work! Free wifi and decent amount of tables (there is one medium sized table for like a party of ~4 so you can do work with your friends!). I sat on the couch area with my friend and it was really comfy and not as loud. Food is a little pricey but it was yummy! Our drinks came out fast and I enjoyed my iced Americano. Would bookmark this place for when I want to casually do some work!

I went here on my way to lunch with a friend and had the passionfruit iced tea it was so fresh and delicious. It had the perfect amount of sugar for me, not too sweet and you could taste the tea. The space was open, sunny and filled with plants. The music was loud enough for a vibe but not too loud so you could get work done.

A small cafe that has amazing food. I highly recommend their pastrinos. Everything is better in pastrino form. Take a sandwich, remove the bread and make it a flat croissant wrap and that's a pastrino. I wish I had time to try more, it was one of the best food items we ate during our trip. They have a handful of tables to sit at and their workers were very nice.

Lorna was fantastic! She had brewed a fresh pot of coffee and offered to change the cup I was drinking. Excellent customer service.

My new favorite breakfast place! The breakfast patrino coupled with an iced hazelnut & honey latte hits the sweet spot. The pastry is like a breakfast taco, but replace the taco with an Indian roti. The result is a delicious and crunchy (and not thick) breakfast meal. It's $12 for an almost foot long sized role, so pretty worth it imo. Decent amount of seating inside, but it's pretty busy on weekends. Service was good.

I was at the Vanilla Gorilla recently and had an excellent salmon sandwich. This time, I had had lunch at home and was out running errands and only decided on a cup of coffee. The small coffee was about $3.50 and the cup is really much smaller that the standard small paper cup of coffee. This was somewhat disappointing. I realize that the cost of everything has increased but sadly, the smaller size of their cup is really noticeable.