Cafe 181 at NYU is located on the 2nd floor of the Paulson Center, offering a range of breakfast items and beverages, including coffee brewed from BLK & Bold beans. The cafe is designed to provide a convenient stop for students to grab their morning essentials.
Crave NYU, situated on the 6th floor, features a variety of dining options including hand-smashed burgers and plant-based bowls. Students can order ahead via the Grubhub app or at kiosks.
The venue also includes vending machines throughout the building for quick snacks and drinks, catering to the needs of the NYU community.
Information sourced from restaurant website and may be subject to change.
Menu
Hummus Plate$8.50
Creamy hummus served with warm pita bread, cucumber, and carrot sticks.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 435
Bruschetta$7.00
Toasted bread topped with diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, and balsamic glaze.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 420
Mozzarella Sticks$6.75
Breaded and fried mozzarella cheese served with marinara sauce.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 1488
Grilled Chicken Salad$12.00
Mixed greens, grilled chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers, and balsamic vinaigrette.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 162
Beef Lasagna$14.25
Layers of pasta, ground beef, ricotta, and mozzarella cheese, baked in a tomato sauce.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 427
Vegetable Stir-Fry$11.50
Assorted fresh vegetables sautéed in a light soy-based sauce, served over steamed rice.
Allergens: Soy, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 280
Classic Burger$10.00
Beef patty with lettuce, tomato, onion, and your choice of cheese.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 700
Veggie Burger$11.00
Plant-based patty with lettuce, tomato, onion, and your choice of cheese.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 700
Caesar Salad$9.50
Romaine lettuce, croutons, Parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 234
Greek Salad$10.00
Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, feta cheese, and Greek dressing.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 80
Turkey Club Sandwich$9.75
Sliced turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on toasted bread.
Allergens: Eggs, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 480
Grilled Veggie Wrap$8.50
Grilled vegetables, hummus, and mixed greens wrapped in a flour tortilla.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 315
Chocolate Brownie$4.75
Rich, fudgy chocolate brownie served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 400
Tiramisu$6.00
Classic Italian dessert made with ladyfingers, espresso, and mascarpone cheese.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 600
Iced Coffee$3.50
Freshly brewed coffee served over ice.
Dietary/Allergen Info: None, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Bottled Water$2.00
Chilled bottled water.
Dietary/Allergen Info: None, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Assorted Soft Drinks$2.50
Selection of canned and bottled soft drinks.
Dietary/Allergen Info: None, Vegan: Yes, Vegetarian: Yes
Dietary & Allergen Information: Please be aware that our dish analysis is powered by AI and may contain errors. Always check with your server before ordering.
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John A. Paulson Center, 2nd Floor, 181 Mercer St, New York, NY 10012, USA
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40.7269277, -73.9975854
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