Cafe Reggio at night. Greenwich Village, New York City
Cafe Reggio has an intriguing history. It’s one of Greenwich Village’s oldest cafes dating back to 1927. Additionally, its original owner, Domenico Parisi, introduced cappuccino to the American masses in the 1930s by way of an automatic espresso machine which was the first of its kind. While Italy had been enjoying cappuccino for quite some time, it wasn’t enjoyed in America prior to Parisi. The original machine still sits in the cafe against the back wall.
Cafe Reggio also boasts quite an intriguing collection of antiques and artwork. As you sip your caffeinated drink of choice you can gaze at artwork “which dates back to the Italian Renaissance period. A dramatic 16th century painting from the school of Caravaggio and an antique bench which once belonged to the Medici family bearing the Florentine crest of the illustrious Medici family are among the works that impart a feeling of grace and warmth to Caffe Reggio.” - Source
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Caffé Regio, Greenwich Village. NYC
