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Nice relaxing place, very welcoming and attentive waitresses. It was not too crowded, and we stayed there for almsot two hours enjoying food, flawless service and pleasant atmosphere until the place closed at 8. Many customers felt there like at home and among family (we were first-time "strangers"). Desert was absolutely exquisite!!

I tried to go here for brunch today. After standing in the cafe for nearly 15 min, while the staff (which did not live up in looks or manner to the standard of the establishment) failed to be cordial or try to find me a table, I left. The staff did not speak well of the level of service that should be provided at Petrossian.

After spending the night at the Doubletree Suites on 47th, my husband and I walked the ten blocks uptown to Petrossian. I had read the reviews on menupages and knew I wanted to go for breakfast. What I didn't realize was the cafe was on the ground floor next to Alwyn Court, one of the most beautiful buildings in Manhattan. Many years ago, my mom's boss converted it into condos so there was some nostalgia attached as well. The cafe was up a few steps at the back of the bakery. The seats were nicely padded, ultracomfy so I liked it right away! The place was adorable, coffee came in your own little pot (love that)! I had the french toast and it was fantastic, made with a little bit of rum. The best part was the whipped cream with little bits of banana in it that came along with it. Definitely the right thing to order. Great place for a late breakfast - cozy, comfy and delicious!

I just went to Petrorussian's cafe for breakfast this morning and had a wonderful experience. There are about nine small tables tucked in the back of the Petrorussian store behind the counters where caviar and various fresh pastries are sold. I had the brioche French toast, which was light but filling. It was smothered in the plumpest, frshest berries. A pot of coffee or tea (I had green tea) came with it. Basically, it's a charming little place where you can get high end table service and a good breakfast for $10, give or take. (Each offering is actually about one dollar more than the prices that appear on the cafe's online menu or the online menu here at Menupages, but it's still a very good deal.) I may try the cafe for their weekend brunch sometime, but I would only go if I could get there right when they open because I would hate to be in there when it was crowded. It is a very small space and it's never comfortable sitting cheek to jowl with people.

The food is excellent and reasonably priced. The coffee and desserts are some of the best in New York. This is my favorite place for business lunches. Highly recommended!