Eataly is bringing its grab-and-go cafe concept to the Upper East Side, with plans to open at 1122 Lexington Ave. at the corner of East 78th Street later this year.
Why It Matters: The artisanal Italian food purveyor’s expansion marks the third Eataly Caffè location in New York City, adding to the neighborhood’s growing culinary scene at an intersection already home to Butterfield Market and Angelina Paris.
What’s New: Signs recently posted in the area reveal the cafe will take over the former FedEx location, which relocated one block over to 1370 Third Ave., as detailed by Patch.
The Big Picture: This will be Eataly’s third cafe concept in the city, joining existing locations in Hudson Yards and Rockefeller Center.
Zoom In: The new Upper East Side outpost promises an extensive Italian menu under one roof, Patch notes:
- Burrata, gelato, espresso, and pesto
- A range of tea and espresso-based drinks
- Freshly made pastries, cakes sold by the slice, and chocolate
- Savory options including paninis and Roman-style pizza topped with burrata and basil
What’s Next: According to window signage, the Eataly Caffè is slated to open sometime in winter 2025, bringing the neighborhood a new destination for authentic Italian grab-and-go fare.
