A welcoming Upper East Side cafe for coffee drinks, shakshuka, matcha lattes, and daytime Mediterranean food.
Kobi and the team know regulars, chat with guests, and create a friendly cafe atmosphere.
Enjoy shakshuka and other limited Mediterranean eats alongside coffee drinks.
Israeli songs, singing, and artwork give the space a distinctive neighborhood feel.
Mellow Yellow is a counter-service cafe at 1729 1st Ave in New York, serving coffee drinks and a limited menu of daytime Mediterranean eats.
Guests describe a warm, personal atmosphere shaped by friendly service, Israeli music, art on the walls, and owner Kobi singing along. Stop in for shakshuka, an iced latte, or a matcha latte at a neighborhood cafe with plenty of tables.
Coffee, iced lattes, and other cafe drinks for a quick break or a relaxed visit.
A matcha latte option served by the friendly cafe team.
A flavorful daytime Mediterranean dish highlighted by guests.
A limited menu of daytime Mediterranean food served counter-style.
“Such a vibe from the moment you enter! The owner is so personable and welcoming; his energy was truly infectious. We especially loved the music and him singing along; it truly felt like we were no longer in NYC.”
“This is an outstanding coffee place! A rare experience where the owner knows his customers' usual orders, chats with everyone, and occasionally sings with the music. Food is delicious and there's beautiful art on the walls.”
“I do not go out much these days, but when I do, it is to support my people. Mellow Yellow, owned and run by the most loving Israeli, Kobi, is an absolute hidden gem on Manhattan's Upper East Side.”
Mellow Yellow · New York NY