Nolita Welcomes ORO Bakery & Bar
375 Broome Street
(between Mulberry & Mott)
212-941-6368
info@orobakerybar.com
Nolita hipsters and residents are sure to embrace this unique concept for a new hangout. Opened just last month, ORO Bakery & Bar offers a relaxed ambiance where one can enjoy a delectable freshly-baked pastry while sipping on a cappuccino or nice glass of red.
My sister Gila, who lives down the block, told me about the opening. I went and I interviewed the owner.
Though she has a background in finance, ORO owner and Nolita local Dorina Yuen felt more passion towards her cooking and decided to share her delicious treats with the neighborhood. The idea that developed was to create the feel of an all-day European-style café, where patrons can have espresso and pastries or small plates with wine. Dorina and her staff prepare the French/country-inspired fare on site, and focus on using local ingredients whenever possible. The carefully-thought out menu is “French/American sweet and savory”, according to Dorina. Bakery items consist of custards, tarts, madeleines, and sweet and savory quiches. Food items include cheese plates, shrimp plates, sandwiches, sausage in brioche and poached salmon with seasonal vegetables.
A variety of carefully-selected European and American wines, cold sake and beer are offered at ORO. Cappuccino, espresso and organic teas are also available.
ORO is situated on Broome Street between hot spots Gold Bar and The Randolph, and is a wonderful, welcome new addition to the neighborhood.
