Nothing like a midday bite at a cozy French cafe in Chelsea. I joined my friend at Le Grainne Cafe and loved the ambiance and quiet chatter. It’s said to be housed in the oldest building in Chelsea.
I ordered the Creme de Marron crepe (the whole menu is written in both French and English, naturally). The Clément-Faugier chestnut cream spread with créme fraîche is on the sugary side, but still leaves you with a little bit of a sour taste. I think I prefer my nutella…
We also ordered an overflowing bowl of French Onion soup. I went back last night and had a bowl myself — a nice treat for the blistering cold. The soup is just lightly seasoned with a whole lot of melted, gooey, delicious cheese on top.
The lights dim for the evening and the cafe turns even more intimate. After my soup, I ordered a latte and was presented with this gargantuous cup of caffeine:
I don’t even think it’s right to call it a cup…it’s more like a bowl of latte. It was thick and heavenly…but being highly sensitive to caffeine, my heart was racing so fast I really could not stop giggling throughout the night. It’s probably why I’m still awake at 3 AM writing this…and maybe also why I’m creepily smiling right now for no reason.
If you’re looking for a cafe to catch up with a friend or even for a quick cup of tea (moroccan mint! but not nearly as generous a size as the latte was), stop by here. I should also mention that I spotted Ethan Hawke with wife and kid right across the restaurant…apparently he’s a regular in the area, so for what it’s worth…
Restaurant Info:
Le Grainne Cafe
183 Ninth Ave (at 21st)
New York, NY 10011
646-486-3000
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Shy
All your food posts seriously makes me wish I lived in NY. That French Onion Soup looks yummy!
All your food posts seriously makes me wish I lived in NY. That French Onion Soup looks yummy!
the shazmeister is obsessed with this place! have the french toast next time, its the perfect sweet/crunchy blend
hahahah creepily smiling! and omg ethan hawkee crazy