Little Collins
Cafe · 708 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10017, United States · United States
★ 4.5 on Google · 2,706 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Jul 19, 2026 · 59 reviews flagged
How this score works
The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.
- Burst
- — an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
- Low activity account
- — the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
- Duplicate text
- — the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.
Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →
Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.5★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.4★
- Flagged
- 6%
- Coverage
- 37%
All reviews shown by Google
941 examined reviews
59 of 1,000
1,000 of 2,706 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 19, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Little Collins is a popular and bustling Australian-style cafe located in Midtown Manhattan, known for its creative breakfast, brunch menu, and specialty coffee. While many reviewers rave about the delicious food, excellent coffee, and friendly service, others mention that it frequently gets crowded, leading to long wait times, tight seating, and occasional service hiccups.
+ Repeated strengths
Coffee
Reviewers frequently praise the coffee, especially flat whites, lattes, and cold brew, often comparing it favorably to Australian standards.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2023-10-11
I really enjoyed this little breakfast place. I got a flat white and blueberry scone. Great service and really great coffee. Highly recommend it over any chain coffee places. They also have a table service and full breakfast option.
Food Quality
Many customers highlight the delicious and unique brunch dishes, with specific praise for the pancakes, French toast, avocado toast, and breakfast burritos.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2023-10-19
What can I say about this cafe that hasn't already been said by others? The food and service is impeccable and the quality of their ingredients, presentation and flavour of said food is fantastic. We visited firstly on a late afternoon and...
5★ · 2025-11-28
The buttermilk pancakes (despite having honeycomb) hit a perfect balance on flavors and are not at all too sweet! The toasted hazelnuts and banana really pulled through nice flavors without overpowering. The shakshuka had some nice zing to...
Staff and Service
Numerous reviews commend the welcoming, warm, and efficient service provided by the staff, even during peak rush hours.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2023-11-21
Best breakfast sandwich I ever had. Staff are amazing. Thank you for the service Britney!
5★ · 2026-01-12
Best breakfast of the four days I spent in New York. Typical American breakfast with American prices. But it's worth it.
5★ · 2026-05-04
Excellent breakfast Quick service Well recommended Egg dishes were great ! 👍🏻
− Repeated complaints
Crowds and Long Waits
Reviewers report that the cafe gets extremely busy, resulting in long lines and extended wait times for tables.
1 supporting review
2★ · 2023-11-12
We were quoted 45 minutes but waited 1 hour and 15. I don’t understand why they don’t have a texting system for the waiting list. I don’t mind waiting but don’t make me wait outside with no chairs. If they had a text notification like most...
Cramped and Noisy Atmosphere
Several guests note that the seating space is very tight, tables are too close together, and the environment can be uncomfortably loud.
1 supporting review
4★ · 2023-10-20
It’s a bit tight and uncomfortable. The food was good but I wasn’t begging to eat there again. Several mistakes were made with our order but the staff were very accommodating so overall at 4. It was close to our hotel and it was pouring rai...
Inconsistent Service
A subset of customers reports encountering rude front-of-house staff, dismissive hosts, or inattentive table service.
1 supporting review
3★ · 2026-01-04
45 minutes of waiting
Good for
- Australian-style espresso drinks and specialty coffee
- Creative brunch and breakfast dishes like pancakes and avocado toast
- Quick takeout options when you want to bypass the wait
Avoid if
- You dislike waiting in long lines during peak weekend brunch hours
- You are sensitive to tight seating arrangements and loud environments
- You require a spacious, family-friendly area with easy stroller access
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Oct ’23 | 26 | 0 |
| Nov ’23 | 39 | 2 |
| Dec ’23 | 30 | 2 |
| Jan ’24 | 24 | 0 |
| Feb ’24 | 31 | 2 |
| Mar ’24 | 28 | 1 |
| Apr ’24 | 42 | 1 |
| May ’24 | 27 | 1 |
| Jun ’24 | 39 | 2 |
| Jul ’24 | 44 | 2 |
| Aug ’24 | 23 | 2 |
| Sep ’24 | 37 | 2 |
| Oct ’24 | 31 | 3 |
| Nov ’24 | 30 | 2 |
| Dec ’24 | 29 | 1 |
| Jan ’25 | 19 | 4 |
| Feb ’25 | 17 | 1 |
| Mar ’25 | 22 | 1 |
| Apr ’25 | 27 | 0 |
| May ’25 | 35 | 6 |
| Jun ’25 | 38 | 2 |
| Jul ’25 | 32 | 0 |
| Aug ’25 | 29 | 2 |
| Sep ’25 | 17 | 0 |
| Oct ’25 | 31 | 2 |
| Nov ’25 | 41 | 5 |
| Dec ’25 | 36 | 2 |
| Jan ’26 | 30 | 1 |
| Feb ’26 | 28 | 2 |
| Mar ’26 | 21 | 1 |
| Apr ’26 | 25 | 4 |
| May ’26 | 27 | 0 |
| Jun ’26 | 30 | 1 |
| Jul ’26 | 15 | 2 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- burst 5 five-star reviews on 2025-05-07 vs avg 0.9/day weight 1
- low activity account 48 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 6 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 59 flagged reviews.
D S
327 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2024-04-11
Spectacular cafe offering wonderful items for brekkie and lunch along with carefully curated coffee options. The staff here is warm and welcoming making this place not just somewhere to visit once but frequent as many times as you so happen to be in the area.
Kevin J. O'Brien
241 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-03-19
Francisco Lobato
173 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-11-04
The service is excellent, and the food and drinks are very good. I highly recommend the matcha tea.
Judith Vasquez
274 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-11-04
The unmarked entrance hides an excellent restaurant. We're happy to claim this restaurant as local. The staff balanced quickness with genuine pleasantness. The other choices were wonderful, with spices unfamiliar to my taste. Every aspect of the experience was enjoyable.
Ignace Manoury
408 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-11-05
After a long absence, my third visit here showed real improvement. Service quality was outstanding and the place sits in a perfect area. The employees demonstrate remarkable friendliness. Quality cooking with helpful staff in a welcoming environment. Put this spot at the top of your list.
Frenchie's
551 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-11-26
So darn good! Great breakfast spot! Lovely atmosphere and excellent food.
Rozina Akhter
20 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-05-07
This place is a 10 out of 10 for me!! Went there for brunch. It was crazy crowded but thank God we had reservations. We only had like a 10 minute wait and the food was just amazing.
G M
15 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-05-07
Chiara Formenti
18 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-05-07
Good breakfast, the service was fast and efficient.
Emil Rozbicki
16 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-05-07
Very friendly staff, excellent coffee and fantastic food. Will be back for more.
Report generated Jul 19, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.
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