MarieBelle Cacao Bar and Tea Salon
Monday, October 1, 2012 
MarieBelle is my go-to place for hot chocolate. It's so good and it reminds me a bit of the hot chocolate at Angelina's in Paris. In this charming little chocolate shop on Broome Street lies a lovely cacao bar and tea salon. Once you walk inside, go straight through the shop to the back. The cafe is usually pretty quiet so getting a table is never a problem. The service is always friendly.
On this visit, I ordered tea ($6), which is served on a silver tray. I loved the delicate look and touch of both the tea strainer and the teacup. The tea, from Harney & Sons, is served loose leaf in a small pot. Any visit should definitely include their homemade sweets. I ordered the alfajor ($2.50), which is dulce de leche sandwiched between two shortbread cookies, and a small meringue ($2.50). Both, excellent. Oh, and it you're lucky, get a palmier, if they have them available. (This was unfortunately not included in my Best of Three: Palmiers since they didn't have it both times I went to pick some up at that time.)
LOCATION: MarieBelle Cacao Bar and Tea Salon | 484 Broome Street between Wooster Street & Broadway | New York, NY 10013 | 212.925.6999
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Reader Comments (5)
that place looks like so much fun. i lived in england briefly, a looong time ago and i loved the little tea shops. i haven't found one like this since - wish i wasn't quit so far, i'd love to visit this place!
I cannot wait to try this out! I love the picture and how it was served. Thank you.
Hi Christine, it's worth a visit if you're ever in NY! The place is adorable.
Hi Winnie, I really loved how the tea was served ever so elegantly on that silver platter.
i've been back several times since you took me here. love it! it is the perfect spot for a quiet lunch in soho
Pam, try the alfajor next time you go! It's so good.