Cafe 181 at NYU is located on the 2nd floor of the Paulson Center, offering a variety of breakfast items and coffee brewed from BLK & Bold beans. The cafe features grab & go beverages, bagels, croissants, and açaí bowls.
On the 6th floor, Crave NYU serves hand-smashed burgers and a selection of plant-based and international dishes. Students can order ahead via the Grubhub app or at kiosks.
The venue also provides vending machines throughout the building for quick snacks and drinks, catering to the NYU community’s needs.
Information sourced from restaurant website and may be subject to change.
Menu
Crispy Calamari$12.00
Tender calamari rings fried to perfection and served with a zesty marinara sauce.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 840
Garlic Bread$5.00
Toasted bread rubbed with garlic and butter.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Mozzarella Sticks$8.00
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
Chicken Parmesan$16.00
Breaded and Chicken breast topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, served with a side of pasta.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 401
Grilled Salmon$20.00
Fresh salmon fillet grilled and served with roasted vegetables and lemon butter sauce.
Allergens: Fish, Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 405
Beef Lasagna$14.00
Layers of pasta, ground beef, ricotta, and mozzarella cheese, baked to perfection.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 427
Classic Burger$12.00
Juicy 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, and onion.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 700
Bacon Cheeseburger$14.00
Beef patty topped with crispy bacon and melted cheddar cheese.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 1260
Margherita Pizza$12.00
Classic pizza with tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and basil.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 900
Pepperoni Pizza$14.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 900
Veggie Pizza$13.00
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, and a variety of fresh vegetables.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 900
Caesar Salad$10.00
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
House Salad$8.00
Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and your choice of dressing.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 180
Cobb Salad$12.00
Romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, bacon, hard-boiled egg, avocado, and blue cheese dressing.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 178
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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Address
John A. Paulson Center, 6th Floor, 181 Mercer St, New York, NY 10012, USA
GPS
40.7269277, -73.9975854
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