Cloister Café

Cafe | East Village

Food16 Decor22 Service17 Cost$28

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Though the "food is good, not great" at this "quaint" East Village American, the medieval-themed decor featuring stained-glass windows makes you feel like you're "eating in a monastery"; throw in a "lovely" garden and a "large selection of beers", and few notice the "slow" service.

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