Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 8:00 AM
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Local time in New York: 10:14 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (212) 722-7220 to confirm.
About Mellow Yellow
Mellow Yellow is a cafe located at 1729 1st Ave in New York, New York. It's part of our guide to 5,477 restaurants, cafes and bars in New York. It sits in the affordable price range ($10–20 per person).
Mellow Yellow is open 6 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed Saturday).
Mellow Yellow's menu features 45 dishes and drinks across 7 sections, including Plates, Salads, Sandwiches, Pastries, and Smoothies. Listed prices range from $3.50 to $19.95, with a typical item around $6.00. Menu highlights include Shakshuka, Israeli Salad, and Shakshuka Sandwich.
You can visit for delivery, on-site services, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cosy, and trendy. It is especially popular for breakfast, lunch, and solo dining. Offerings include coffee, comfort food, healthy options, quick bite, and small plates.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible car park. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: paid street parking. Reservations are accepted; call (212) 722-7220 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Cafe · Mediterranean
- Address
- 1729 1st Ave, New York, NY 10128
- Phone
- (212) 722-7220
- Price range
- $10–20 per person
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed Saturday)
- Menu
- 45 items · $3.50–$19.95
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 9 AM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for cafes and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Mellow Yellow’s weekday schedule with 227 other cafes in New York. On a typical weekday it opens at 8:00 AM, close to the local norm of 7:30 AM and closes at 5:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 7:00 PM).
In total it is open about 54 hours a week, 21 hours fewer than the local median of 75. 91% of cafes in New York open on Sundays, and Mellow Yellow is one of them.
Compared with 227 other cafes in New York that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for cafes in New York
Based on 72 menus with 5,704 priced items from cafes in New York, the median menu item costs $9.25, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $14.00.
At Mellow Yellow the median listed price is $6.00, lower than the typical $9.25 for cafes in New York.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Cappuccino | 57% | $5.00 |
| Espresso | 50% | $3.72 |
| Hot Chocolate | 49% | $4.50 |
| Latte | 43% | $5.00 |
| Americano | 42% | $4.00 |
| Cold Brew | 32% | $5.75 |
| Iced Coffee | 26% | $4.75 |
| Macchiato | 26% | $4.25 |
Calculated from 72 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- On-site services
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Table service
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Paid street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Mellow Yellow there are 247 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 529 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (80), Bakeries & Desserts (54), Bars & Pubs (46), and Italian (39).
Competition is strong: 38 other cafes are within a mile and 215 within three miles. The closest is Crumbly Cafe & Bakery, 0.1 mi away.
271 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Sandwiches & DelisPark East Kosher Butchers & Fine Foods< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsMichaeli Bakery< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexSabor A Mexico< 0.1 mi
- VietnameseWonder Pho< 0.1 mi
- ChineseNoodle Fun< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a cafe
Coffee shops and cafes run from drive-through espresso stands and national chains to independent roasters and neighborhood cafes with pastries, light breakfast and lunch. Many double as workspaces with Wi-Fi and outlets, while others focus on quick takeaway service.
What to order
- Drip coffee or a pour-over – the best way to taste a roaster’s beans
- Latte or cappuccino – the most ordered espresso drinks
- Cold brew – smoother and stronger, especially popular in summer
- A pastry or breakfast sandwich – many cafes bake in house
Good to know
- Mobile ordering skips the morning line at chains and many independents.
- Plant-based milks and extra shots usually add a small charge.
- Some cafes limit laptop use at busy times – look for posted policies.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Mellow Yellow's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed Saturday). Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Is Mellow Yellow open on Sunday?
Yes, Mellow Yellow is open on Sundays: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Where is Mellow Yellow located?
Mellow Yellow is located at 1729 1st Ave, New York, NY 10128.
What is the phone number of Mellow Yellow?
You can call Mellow Yellow at (212) 722-7220.
Does Mellow Yellow offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Mellow Yellow offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: delivery, on-site services, takeaway, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Mellow Yellow?
The typical price range at Mellow Yellow is $10–20 per person. Menu prices range from $3.50 to $19.95.
Does Mellow Yellow take reservations?
Yes, Mellow Yellow accepts reservations.
Is Mellow Yellow wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible car park.
Is Mellow Yellow open late?
No, Mellow Yellow usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Mellow Yellow?
There are 529 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Mellow Yellow. Nearby options include Park East Kosher Butchers & Fine Foods (< 0.1 mi), Michaeli Bakery (< 0.1 mi), and Sabor A Mexico (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other cafes near Mellow Yellow?
38 other cafes within a mile. The closest is Crumbly Cafe & Bakery, 0.1 mi away.
How much do cafes in New York cost?
Based on 72 menus with 5,704 priced items from cafes in New York, the median menu item costs $9.25, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $14.00.
