Cafe Kristall

Please note: this business is now closed; nycgo.com keeps record of many old and closed venues. There's more than one reason to stop in SoHo's Swarovski Crystallized store. Incorporated in the long, glittering space full of jewel cases is a small, modern café done in soothing beige tones. Austrian chef Kurt Gutenbrunner designed the tasteful, appealing menu, featuring Caesar salad with slow-cooked egg and crispy Parmesan, spicy goulash soup, spätzle with shrimp and broccoli as well as chicken strudel with marinated leeks, sour cream and chives. There are also a number of beautiful Austrian pastries, tortes and tarts, plus cocktails, if you're in the mood.