Pret A Manger
“Everyone is always so cheerful and the spicy shrimp cilantro wrap is the bomb!”
“On my recent trip to New York for business, I stayed at the Intercontinental on 48th and Lexington.”
“Great vegetarian options and so very tasty.”
Pret A Manger
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Good for Working: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Under $10
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Pret-a-Manger during lunch hours is typically great for those desiring healthier versions of the unexcitingly safe trio (soups, salads, and sandwiches). One needs only suspend their desire to obtain a "value" meal, and you basically have a place that is perfectly catered for the indecisive. That is not to say it is bad. But, at least Cafe Metro attempts to be adventurous with their custom pizza and pasta stations.
For this midtown employee, the redeeming aspect of this Pret location is the ability to lounge out. Large plush seats and low round tables are quite inviting for those who want a place to sit down, put your legs up, and schmooze for an hour. Their chocolate chip cookies and croissants are good to munch on all day long. In the end, Pret is excellent for cookies and comfort.
A solid 3-star experience (especially if you stay away from the pathetically bland coffees and chais).
Nice Place. The service was great and it was a warm place to relax on a cold day. It was casual comfortable. We will be back!
A typical Pret. Food is good, service is always friendly. Cant really give a fast food place too many stars.
3.5 stars…I had never been to a Pret A Manger before, and if you haven't either, it's like a Starbucks with less emphasis on coffee and more emphasis on pre-made sandwiches, wraps, and salads. I've never been a real fan of pre-made sandwiches but I bet if you like most of their selections and work near by or are in a rush this would be a life saver. Personally I just got the lemon poppyseed muffin which not only was delicious and fresh but was the perfect size for a snack (not the giant meal sized ones you'd find elsewhere). Unfortunately they charge as if it's a meal sized one. The place is very clean, and they set aside a good portion of their floor to a comfortable seating area to eat and chat your lunch break away. The selections here are a tad limited but it's a nice chain and is worth checking out.
I walked past Pret to go to another place for lunch and then saw their display and went in. Loved how quick and healthy the place was. They have a lot of sandwiches, baguettes, salads on display which you can choose. Price too is reasonable.
Lunch time was busy but i was able to get a table relatively quickly once i picked up my order. I ordered cappuccino on my way out and it was horrible, so knocked one star out. I really wanted to give them for price and quality of food here. The staff was friendly and i really liked the decor here.
Cool line on the napkin – If our staff gets very excited and give you more napkins that you need or want, give them the evil eye. Need not- want not. (Or something similar) 🙂 I love this place just be warned about cappuccino though, the barista has no idea how to make it!
Like every Pret, it's a bit more expensive than not, but for the food you're getting, it's worth it. The ingredients taste very fresh. I've gotten their avocado and chicken salad, which you can't go wrong with for about $9.75 and never found a bad leaf. The avocado is always green and the chicken isn't suspicious like many meats you may find in random salad places. It's all pre-packaged and made in the same day, which is great because you can just grab and go and be assured that you're getting a quality lunch. Sometimes it gets crowded, but the line usually goes by very fast since people only have to pay.
Highly recommend their freshly-squeezed grapefruit juice as well. Very delicious!
An OK place. Compared to other lunch places, this Pret is rather large and does not get congested easily. It is great if you are looking for a quick grab, but it is lacking if you are looking for an experience. I like its Ham & Swiss baguette and Spicy Shrimp & Cilantro wrap.
I remember my first trip to London when I was in my early 20s. I was there visiting my friend Muyiwa who introduced me to several Londoners. Dean and Aly like Muyiwa became long time friends. We went to great restaurants, lifted our pints in countless pubs, and danced to the wee hours in several posh night clubs. I especially enjoyed talking to the ladies and listening to every single word that flowed off their lips in that lovely British accent. Every encounter was a captivating experience.
One day while strolling around town I noticed a sign which activated my curiosity, Pret A Manger it read. When I entered I saw a bevy of sandwiches, crisped, and interesting beverages displayed smartly in refrigerated cases. The Coronation Chicken, Tuna and Cucumber, and Classic Super Club quickly became my favorites.
Fast forward several years to NYC on Lexington Avenue
I heard that Pret A Manger opened a location not to far from my apartment on the upper east side and I was on my way there. Once I saw the sign and got my first glimpse inside the store it really took me back to London so many years ago. The eats were just as I remembered them and the standard was of the highest quality. I was delighted to share a picnic lunch from Pret A Manger with Niki when we first started dating.
Today the sandwiches are different but still very tasty. I tried the California Club last I was in the store. It was very tasty and since I was in a hurry the convenience of grab, pay, and go was great. I think they should put a few of the classics back on the shelf and putting cucumbers back in the tuna sandwich would be a good move too. Besides that I am looking forward to my next visit.