Restaurant

Citizens Of Chelsea

ChelseaManhattan

4.7· 4,386 reviewsOpen until 4PM
Citizens Of Chelsea — restaurant — in Chelsea — Manhattan — NYC
Citizens Of Chelsea interior — Chelsea

Chelsea

Manhattan

The brief

About Citizens Of Chelsea

Hip, Australian cafe with inventive breakfast and brunch fare, plus house-roasted coffee, beer, and wine.

Health inspection

NYC DOHMH Grade A

A

Score7(lower is better)

Inspected9/3/2025

Grade A is the highest mark from NYC's Department of Health — about 90% of restaurants earn it.

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Community Rating

4.7

½

out of 5

4,386 community reviews

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Reviews

What diners say about Citizens Of Chelsea

15 verified Google reviews · 8 with owner responses

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Karina L.Local guide
2 weeks ago

I came Sunday afternoon with my husband everyone was so nice from the moment we stepped in David is amazing has the best customer service and talking with him made our day I wish I got his name but even the guy with the long hair was so nice. The food was AMAZING we got the golden French toast and spicy parmini both were delicious I love that the peanut brittle wasn't hard at all the perfect texture they we are definitely coming back to try more

Patty DowdyLocal guide
2 weeks ago

Is it weird to comment that the scrambled eggs were actually cooked with care and attention? Maybe, but I feel like that detail illustrates the care thats put into all that they do here. Had the basic breakfast, and it not a basic-b. The hashbrown things were meh, but everything else was perfect. Our server, Juliana made the experience even sweeter. Would 10/10 come back!

Jenny Palmer
2 weeks ago

We love Citizens of Chelsea - every time we visit NYC, it’s our favourite start to the day. Best brunch! Thanks for your delicious food and great service over the past few weeks - and over the years! Juliana, Des, David and all the gang have been superb 😎👌<br>See you all next time we pass this way 🙏<br>Cheers, Jen and Macca (always appreciative of the best coffee in town 😁)

Response from the owner

Jenny, this absolutely makes our day! We're so passionate about what we do, and knowing that we've become your favorite brunch spot over the years means the world to us. We'll pass along your kind words to Juliana, Des, David and the whole crew - they'll be thrilled! So wonderful that you and Macca appreciate the coffee too. Can't wait to serve you both the best breakfast in town again next time you're in NYC! 🙏

LuxLocal guide
2 months ago

Citizens of Chelsea—No Right to Be This Damn Good.<br><br>Getting a table for a group at Citizens of Chelsea on a weekend feels like winning a small prize, so when we pulled it off I took it as a sign the morning was going to deliver the goods.<br><br>The space is warm and whimsical — think country farm meets pastel fever dream, all white and blue tones with the kind of energy that makes you want to linger well past the last cup of coffee.<br><br>We came with a mission—our group was ready to do some damage, ordering all the greatest hits. The Cast Iron Chorizo Baked Eggs did not disappoint, arriving in a little Le Creuset and proceeding to earn every bit of the table’s attention.<br><br>Chorizo, poached eggs, cannellini beans, feta, toasted almonds, pickled onion — an orchestra of flavors that somehow all played in tune. The sourdough alongside it was exceptional.<br><br>The French toast was divine and unapologetically decadent. The pancakes — which require a patient 25 minute wait — were fluffy and beautiful but ran a touch too thick and dense for my taste. Still, nobody at the table complained.<br><br>My buddy’s Green Goddess Shakshuka was the table’s dark horse MVP. My lawd this was delicious. The Plant Powered Big Brekkie was another quiet overachiever.<br><br>Maybe I am a lunatic but the famous “Fluffy Orange Juice” tasted suspiciously like Tang to me…I said what I said. 😄<br><br>Fair warning — Citizens of Chelsea absolutely didn’t come to play. Neither should you.

JorgeLocal guide
3 months ago

We were served by Jenny and we loved her. She gave us recommendations and went above and beyond. The reviews are true; do get the BBQ pork sandwich! Also try to get their pancakes if you can, because they’re thick and fluffy. Their blueberry compote, caramelized banana and their butterscotch are so delicious. This was one of our favorite breakfast places, so please check it out!

Response from the owner

Jorge, this is what we love to see! We're so thrilled you had such a wonderful experience with us. Jenny is absolutely fantastic, and we'll make sure she knows how much you appreciated her recommendations and service. The BBQ pork sandwich is definitely a crowd favorite, and we're so glad you got to try those thick, fluffy pancakes with all those delicious toppings! Can't wait to welcome you back for brunch soon!

Wesley SyphusLocal guide
3 months ago

We had a wonderful time. The food was some of the best breakfast I have ever had. I recommend the plant powered big brekkie. The green tea was on point. Our server Desirea was so wonderful and kind to us. She hooked us up with a banana bread to go.

Response from the owner

Wesley, thank you so much for choosing to dine with us! We're happy about what we do, and it means the world to us that you had such a wonderful experience. The plant powered big brekkie is definitely a customer favorite! Desirea will be so happy to hear your kind words. Until next time!

Daisy Chimbo
3 months ago

Amazing food! Delicious and cozy vibe with welcoming and friendly staff. The lemonade was absolutely delicious and refreshing!

Response from the owner

Hey Daisy! We’re so happy that you enjoyed the food and lemonade. See you soon?<br>

Black Man RISING!
3 months ago

The food here looked amazing and tasted just as amazing as it looks. I walked in on a Friday afternoon and was seated immediately. Brian was an amazing server and he was very polite. He checked on me to see if I needed anything. I will definitely visit again when I’m back in the Big Apple!<br><br>Thanks Brian, the amazing staff, and definitely the cooks!

Response from the owner

Black Man RISING!, this is exactly what we love to see! We're absolutely thrilled that you enjoyed our food and had such a wonderful experience on your Friday afternoon visit. Brian will be so happy to hear your kind words - he truly is amazing and we're lucky to have him on our team. <br>We can't wait to welcome you back for another incredible breakfast when you're in the Big Apple again!

Domenic Palumbo
3 months ago

Our food and coffee was very good. Brian was an incredible waiter. One of our side dishes was forgotten and they took the entire dish off of the bill. Would highly recommend.

Response from the owner

Hey Domenic ! We’re so happy that you enjoyed the food and coffee. See you soon?

Manuel RöderLocal guide
Edited 4 months ago

Already our third visit and it never disappoints. The food is consistently great, the vibe is relaxed, and the service is always on point. Special thanks to our servers, Ken and Steven, genuinely warm, attentive, and always making us feel welcome. One of those places you just keep coming back to.<br><br>Update after our stay in New York: we ended up coming here four times in one week. Everything we said before still holds true. Thank you! 🫶🏻

Response from the owner

Manuel, this absolutely makes our day! Having you back for your third visit and hearing that we consistently deliver is exactly what we're passionate about. Ken and Steven will be thrilled to know how much their genuine care and attention means to you - they truly embody what Citizens Of Chelsea is all about. It's guests like you who remind us why we love what we do every single day. Until next time!

Pavel DiazLocal guide
5 months ago

I was in New York for Christmas and end of the year time with my family and my daughter Tell me about this place that some friends talk about and I said let’s go.. we went for breakfast and let me tell you this has been one of the best breakfast I ever had in my life. quality flavor presentation everything. This place is amazing, the atmosphere the vibe. It was awesome and I had a couple of words with Vittorio the manager and I tell him what a great place you guys have here excellent next time I pass by New York or Texas. Where is the other location for sure I’m gonna visit.

Hasmik AsatryanLocal guide
5 months ago

The food was amazing - fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The service was just as great: friendly, attentive, and on point.<br>Best part? No waiting time at all, which made the whole experience even better. Everything flowed smoothly, and the vibe was perfect. Definitely coming back and highly recommend! ✨🍽️

Response from the owner

Hasmik, thank you so much for dining with us! This is exactly what we love to see - we're extremely passionate about what we do, and it means the world to us that you had such an amazing experience. We're thrilled that our fresh, flavorful food and attentive service hit the mark, and that everything flowed so smoothly without any wait time. See you soon!

David VakninLocal guide
7 months ago

Had an absolutely incredible time here. The food was exactly what I needed — the perfect cure for a hangover and insanely delectable. Every bite hit the spot, the vibes were great, and the service was on point. Couldn’t have asked for a better brunch. Highly recommend!

Mayra BejarLocal guide
Edited 7 months ago

We thoroughly enjoyed the food at this restaurant. We sampled the breakfast burrito, blueberry pancakes, and the banana bread French toast, all of which were delightful. The service was also commendable, and while we were seated at a communal table, it was perfectly acceptable. My only minor dissatisfaction was with the iced latte, which I found to be small and lacking in flavor.

ChloeLocal guide
7 months ago

Booked brunch at 9 am and we got seated right away—no wait, which was awesome 🙌<br><br>The staff were super friendly 😊<br>The food was fantastic :)<br><br>First off, the ingredients were so fresh and the sauce was insanely good.<br>The meat was so tender—it had such a great texture.<br><br>And the banana bread French toast! 🍌<br>I’d never tried it before, but this one is hands‑down the best French toast I’ve ever had 🥹 You’ve got to try it.<br>The sweetness was just right—not too much :) just perfect🙌

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