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Stopped by while at the Lafayette Art n wine festival to grab a juice and cookie and was blown away by the freshness and quality of it all. Will definitely be back to try their other items! Please stay tuned for an update when I do.... read more

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One of our favorite places nearby! We are so glad they opened up in the past couple year. My girls absolutely love their ham & cheese empanadas (very kid friendly!) and we have loved trying the variety of other empanadas they offer. We have also tried their breakfast burritos (very hearty and has lots of potatoes), Abe's bagel, and other options they offer and have not had any complaints. I am also a huge fan of their horchata. So creamy and a perfect mix of spice and rice milk. The only thing I wanted to note was that a lot of their notes on their hours note that they are open 7 days from 7 am - 3 pm. But when I went early on Saturday morning hoping to grab some empanadas to go, they were still closed and only open at 8 am on the weekends. read more

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Eugene Y.

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The food was excellent with prices that were very affordable. My breakfast croissant was large and tasty! Without a doubt this is now my go to breakfast place in Lafayette! They deserve your patronage! Not sure why this review isn't posting, maybe Yelp needs to be reviewed. read more

Abe’s Cafe - Half eaten breakfast croissant. The other half is nourishing my body now. lol. High 5 recommendation!! - Cafes Near Me - Lafayette, California

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I had just finished a walk around the Lafayette Reservoir and wanted to grab breakfast somewhere so I decided to look up cafés and found this place! The staff were super friendly, you can do takeout or you can have a seat and they'll bring a menu to you. I was definitely overwhelmed with the amount of options that they had. I forgot to take a picture of the breakfast menu, but you could get a breakfast burrito, a breakfast quesadilla, a bagel, different types of empanadas. I was torn between the Carne picada and beef but was recommended the beef so I got that and the chorizo along with a matcha horchata. The drink came out first and you know what, sometimes matcha does taste like grass lol it was definitely a unique taste mixed with horchata. I did have a sip of the horchata before I mixed it all together and the horchata by itself was actually really good. The empanadas are good, the beef was delicious but because they do have to reheat these empanadas I'm not gonna lie, my beef was mostly hot, but there were some lukewarm parts and my chorizo empanada was warm on the outside and cold on the inside. I hate causing problems and making people feel bad so I just took my chorizo home with me and threw it in my air fryer. Again the staff were so freaking nice, I know they 100% would have heated it up again for me but ya girl be shy sometimes okay. But this café was honestly just the perfect vibe. They had music blasting and I was able to do some light reading. I would honestly come back if I'm ever in the area again. I believe they are open seven days a week from 7 AM to 3 PM! read more

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Rita W.

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Fantastic new addition to Lafayette! Very decently priced coffee, a lot of good food options, including breakfast all day, pastries, and empanadas. I had their cappuccino and breakfast burrito with the chicken apple sausage. The cappuccino was good, and the breakfast burrito was amazing. Wrapped in green (spinach?) tortilla, and all the stuff in there was really good other than a bit of avocado skin. I'd def get this again, perhaps with the chorizo next time. The husband had their steak sandwich. He said the sandwich was good, but pricey for what it was. We initially ordered via Door Dash since it showed up there and we were hoping for a quick pick up. However, the online ordering system wasn't set up (something premature from DD's end?), as they were confused as I said I was picking up an online order. Anyways, reordered the food while the husband was waiting in the car outside. Didn't appreciate it didn't fall within our plan and at us back 15 mins or so, but it was what it was. Had to ask DD for credit/refund since I paid at the store too. The size of the place is decent and it all looked so clean. Good amount of tables, and there's some outdoor seating as well. Saw a lot of people ordering empanadas. Yum!! Would go back again and try some more offerings, including smoothies, more coffee, and of course food! Will probably wait until online ordering is confirmed though. read more

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Heather K.

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This is one of those places where I just want to go down the menu each time I'm here and order the next thing I haven't had yet-- but I'm currently stuck on the breakfast burrito. I always get the chorizo (they somehow make it NOT greasy and drippy), and you can get chicken-apple sausage instead if you're not a chorizo person. One of their specialties is their assortment of empanadas. If you're on the go, you can order it as is and heat it up in the toaster oven if there's one at your destination, OR have them toast it for you which takes 8-10 min. The coffees and agua frescas are also top notch. Service is 10/10- they make excellent suggestions based on what you like and what they're proud of that day, and the ambiance is cute and comfy! read more

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I had to come on here and write a review because I'm honestly surprised more people aren't talking about the coffee. I ordered a caramel latte with oat milk and wow. It was so good. Not overly sweet like a lot of caramel drinks can be -- just perfectly balanced and really smooth. You can tell they actually care about their coffee. Of course I also had to try their empanadas since everyone talks about them. I got the beef and the chicken and they were SO good. The dough was soft and fresh, and the filling was super flavorful and meaty. Nothing dry or skimpy about them. Honestly this place feels like a new hidden gem in Lafayette. I've tried pretty much every café around here and this one is easily my favorite. Also love that this place is Latino-owned, which makes supporting them feel even better. Great coffee, amazing empanadas, and just an overall really good experience. I'm already excited to come back and try their matcha next time! read more

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Jordan B.

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Every morning when I've come in Abe and the other staff members are so friendly and welcoming, I usually get a very basic coffee but it's always delicious and strong, I've also tried two different smoothies and they are so tasty and filling. I also recently tried a pastry (chocolate croissant) and really enjoyed it. I love supporting a small local business. You should too! Go check it out read more

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Kim M.

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2nd time going here - had the eggplant sandwich which was colorful and flavorful. I enjoyed a cold brew coffee as well. Everything was presented nicely and I sat outside to people watch while eating. read more

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Jennifer C.

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This place is amazing! Food terrific. Ordered the best spinach pineapple drink. Perfect atmosphere I love coming here because everything is delicious and the team is terrific as well- read more

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Abe's continues to be one of our favorite Lafayette eateries. Been coming here regularly since they opened and we always receive their warm welcome, great food and excellent service. Great for dine-in or takeout as well as a great leisurely weekday meet-up place for food and/or their excellent coffees and coffee drinks. I'm still trying to work my way through their menu but get stuck on reordering my favorites despite my intentions of trying another item, which I'm sure would be delicious. Love that it's a family owned business. Be sure to stop by Abe's, you won't be disappointed! read more

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Emily D.

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So happy this little cafe opened up in Lafayette! The empanada was so delish - right out of the oven with great flavor. The strawberry matcha with cream top was also divine. Sat outside and it was so easy. The woman who took our order was so kind as well! read more

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Food was amazing! I got the breakfast croissant 10/10 and my friend a breakfast burrito. We got a an empanada and a lavender latte (really good) and alfajores. Totally recommend read more

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Burt K.

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Add me to the Abe's fan club. Whether it's a coffee drink or signature empanada or burrito breakfast or hibiscus tea or caramel cookie or anything else, it's all good at Abe's. Not to mention the retro ambience and good feeling. First time but I will be back early and often read more

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Celeste M.

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Overlooked this special spot for months. Has brilliant coffee, pastries and amazing sandwiches including paninis. Their salads SPOT on. Brilliant very vegetable forward menu. Don't miss it read more

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Jennifer C.

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Absolutely mouth watering empanadas!! Delicious coffee and great service. I bought a handful of empanadas to go and coffee and everything was delicious, professional and handled with care. Great spot to meet up in as well read more

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Yolanda M.

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Patricia is very attentive and helpful. All the breakfast items we have tried are fresh and delicious. Abe's has a variety of coffee selections and the smoothies are so tasty. My favorites are the breakfast quesadilla and the croissant sandwich. My husband enjoys the beef empanadas. There is cozy indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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Neda N.

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My first time at Abe's today and game over! This will be my breakfast spot in Lafayette. Had the breakfast burrito which was one of the best I have ever had. Took a beef empanada home for dinner that I just ate and wow! The lovely lady even wrote the instructions on the paper bag for heating it in the oven. Super friendly and accommodating service. Enjoyed the outdoor seating. Can't believe how I have missed this place...I will be taking my foodie family and friends there. read more

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Paul F.

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Excellent breakfast from a most interesting menu. I had a huge qusadilla cut into hand holdable quarters filled with scrambled eggs, meat of choice, cheese and a side of green salsa. It come with a slice of orange. They also have bagels and salmon with cream cheese, avocado toast as well as bacon and eggs and toast. They serve excellent coffee with free refills. They have a large selection of very fresh sweet breakfast pastries. They are open 7-3 daily. I haven't tried their specialty sandwiches but they look really good. read more

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Megan T.

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They have the best breakfast empanadas that I used to have to drive to Berkeley to get! Coffee is wonderful and they have a ton of breakfast sandwich options. I highly recommend!!!! read more

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Mike K.

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Wow. I don't usually feel compelled to write about sandwich shops, but Abe's Cafe is amazing. The service is excellent, the sandwiches are very tasty, the EMPANADAS and the smoothies are top notch. It quickly became our family favorite. Not sure there is an item on the menu that I am not excited to try. Today is the Green Energy smoothie and Caprese sandwich read more

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Had lunch here today, such a cute local place! Staff is super nice & welcoming. I had the smoked salmon salad & it was so good! Coffee & tea options are great too. Highly recommend read more

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Go for the coffee and the empanadas not to mention all the other breakfast and lunch items they have but stay for the great service and friendly attitude! Abe is the owner and greets everyone with a big smile! read more

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I stopped in at Abe's Cafe for breakfast and ordered the breakfast burrito and coffee. Both were very good. Great service and price!

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Sayra R.

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I absolutely love the food and coffee here, my managers wife actually told me about Abe's Cafe as they have a location in Berkeley as well and she really hyped it up! Well it definitely does live up to the hype as this is now my new go to place to order my breakfast and coffee from! Their customer service is also super friendly and I always feel welcomed when I come in! read more

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Altan K.

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This is a great little place. Wife and family stopped in for it early afternoon. The aqua grew as were exactly what we were looking for one a hot day. We all tried the different ones: the watermelon mint, the spinach & pineapple, and the horchata (rice, milk, cinnamon). All three were great! Refreshing light and taste great. We spoke with the owner Abe who was professional and friendly and made great recommendations. The service is excellent!. The food is delicious. The family had the sirloin sandwich and caprese empanadas. The steak was made perfectly and the bread crisp and light with excellent toppings. The empanadas were light and crispy and tender and cooked perfectly. The place being new is spotless and modern. Absolutely great! Highly recommend this place as it has a great personal touch and feels very comfortable and inviting! Hats off to Abe and staff! A very welcome addition to the community! read more

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Jessica D.

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Delicious matcha, perfectly balanced and unsweetened. The strawberry matcha was delicious too and tasted like fresh strawberries. The staff were so sweet- I highly recommend supporting this small business!! read more

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Great place! I highly recommend the vegan empanadas: zucchini and soyrizo! Absolutely delicious. Fresh, not greasy, extremely flavorful, and the accompanying sauces were delicious. Friendly folks, cute atmosphere, great location. read more

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Stephanie K.

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We stopped here for lunch and shared the steak sandwich. Plenty of food for both of us. Very friendly staff and great service. The steak sandwich had a ton of flavor and the meat was very tender. We both recommend Abe's. read more

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Renee L.

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The food was great and the service was very attentive. The Chia Latte was delicious and hot. Forgot to take pictures of the food but all 4 of us thought the food was delicious and good size portions. Nice art on the walls. read more

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Nicole B.

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Small cafe with big flavor! Had heard about it on social media. Amazing sandwiches. I had the Prosciutto di Parma which was delicious! Perfect with their aguas frescas (I had watermelon). I plan on going back to try their empanadas which I am told are equally amazing. read more

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Great food and great service! I met a friend here for a coffee and quick bite, the owner was so sweet and the service was amazing! Not to mention their empanadas were delicious! I will definitely be coming back for more. read more

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Fantastic coffee and service. My mocha was amazing and I loved the everything bagel with cream cheese. Wonderful seating inside and out. read more

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We decided to try out Abe's cafe this morning for breakfast/brunch. The food was fresh, pretty good but not great. Two people got the breakfast burrito. Their comment was that there was not enough eggs in ratio to the veggies and potatoes. The chorizo was not spicy but the right amount of spice. However, the spinach was wet and made the burrito wrapper get soggy. The other dish we tried was the bagel with veggies and cream cheese. Only one side of the bagel had cream cheese! This was a thin sliver and the top kept sliding off the veggies because there was no "glue" to hold the top on. Plus, the amount of tomatoes and cucumber was minimal- disappointed given the cost. The service was friendly, attentive and our water was kept full. The coffee and cappuccino and the strawberry matcha were all good. This place could be really good but they need to stop being stingy with ingredients! Particularly given it's not cheap. 3 sandwiches, and 3 drinks was over $80 (with tip). It wasn't that good to warrant that high price tag even in this current environment. We did eat all our food because it was OK but not sure we'll be back. read more

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So happy Abe's Cafe has opened in Lafayette. The best thing is they open at 7am! I stopped by this morning to check it out and I'm soooo happy I did. I was greeted by Abe and he was very friendly. I ordered the breakfast croissant and it was absolutely delicious. The croissant was so moist and flaky. Seriously, one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had in a while. I cant wait to go back to try the other items on the menu. read more

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Delicious food and great service. Small charming local place. Support our small businesses!

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I had a breakfast sandwich, Abe's Bagel, that was scrambled eggs, bacon and cheese on an everything bagel. Delicious! I had a regular coffee, nicely brewed. The server was gracious and cheerful. The cafe has seating for 12-15 people in a clean and neat setting. Next time I may try some of their Latin offerings. read more

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Fabulous service! We've been here at least 5 times and everything has been excellent! Friendly environment with indoor and outdoor seating. One of my favorite places in Lafayette! Thanks Abe! read more

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Went by for a latte and it was excellent. If you like real coffee, you will appreciate the quality.

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Delicious food (I got the breakfast burrito- the tomatillo salsa is amazing), great coffee and super fresh spot! Very nice owners too! Highly recommend! read more

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3572 Mount Diablo Blvd
Lafayette, CA 94549
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(925) 385-0124
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Hours

What time does Abe’s Cafe open?

Abe’s Cafe opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Abe’s Cafe close?

Abe’s Cafe closes at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Food & Alcohol

Does Abe’s Cafe serve alcohol?

Yes, Abe’s Cafe serves alcohol.

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Does Abe’s Cafe allow dogs?

Yes, Abe’s Cafe allows dogs.

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Does Abe’s Cafe have parking?

Yes, Abe’s Cafe has parking options. Validated Parking

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Does Abe’s Cafe have free WiFi?

Yes, Abe’s Cafe has free WiFi.

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10/18/2023: What happened to my matcha art today :(

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Town Bakery & Cafe

4.2(315 reviews)

2.1 mi

We came here as a group, with some of us ordering pastries and coffee and others ordering from the…read moremenu. Naturally, we all sat together but apparently that was a problem. The attitude from the staff was so noticeable you could practically cut it with a knife. I ordered potatoes with my toast and was brought a salad instead. I pointed it out immediately, right as the plate was being put down. I got an "I'll..." and the employee walked away, never to be seen again. No potatoes, no follow-up, no apology, nothing. Mistakes happen. What really made the experience unpleasant was the attitude and complete lack of effort to correct the mistake. When you're dining with a group, you expect basic courtesy and service, not to feel like you're inconveniencing the staff by sitting together. Unfortunately, the food wasn't enough to overcome the service experience. The attitude was the most memorable part of the meal.

Chill relaxed cafe in Morago! This place looked like favourite in locals. Service was very good…read more We were here for quick breakfast. I had Cortado coffee with danish. Made my day. My husband had seasonal veg omelette, it was very filling and he liked it. Overall I loved the vibe and comfort!

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Philz Coffee

3.8(129 reviews)

I've been a few times to this location and haven't had to wait very long for drinks. It seems a lot…read moreof people order online so that can slow things down. There's not a huge amount of seating inside, but enough to sit while drinks are being made. The space is cleans and the baristas are very kind. I ordered a matcha on the first day available and it was good! I was recommended to reduce the sweetness, which I'm glad I did and it tasted pretty good!

Wow, absolutely no notes for this coffee place. I have been an avid Philz coffee enthusiast for…read morewell over 5 years now, I have tried a handful of locations in the LA area and in the San Fransisco/ Bay Area and let me tell you, the consistency is there! I live for a good cold brew and this place will do it every time! Their Oatmeal cookie and Carmel Coconut will definitely hit the spot for those that are more on the sweet, less-strong-coffee'ish vibe. Philz never disappoints, I will always get a 1lb bag to take home since my only "bad notes" are 1) there none in the Central Valley, and 2) since the coffee is THAT good, the lines are pretty lengthy. Love this place though, the staff is always chill and friendly (and very stylish), my service is always amazing, it's my number one and only :3

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The Hideout Kitchen

4.2(2.8k reviews)

Quick fact before I do my review: Before officially being in a relationship, The Hideout Kitchen is…read morewhere we had our very first date. And it was at the former location. So what better place to dine in to celebrate out 2nd Year Wedding Anniversary at The Hideout Kitchen :) We went for dinner. Our server was KEVIN. Simply...HE IS JUST AWESOME. He knows the menu, he knows the history, and has amazing stories to share with everyone. Great guy. A lot of people there that night seemed to be celebrating something. The noise was a bit loud that I felt I had to almost yell to have a conversation with my husband. But the vibe was great. I enjoyed looking around at the decor. We ordered: - TRUFFLE FRIES for appetizers - I loved everything about it. haha. Tastey! - linguine & clams - I ordered this. It was good. However, I felt it was way oily. And after every bite I took, I had to wipe my mouth. And I accidentally spilled oil on my shirt. - PASTA ALLA CARBONE with steak - My husband enjoyed it and started to get full towards clearing out his bowl haha. - SCALLOPED POTATOES - I ordered a side of this. Definitely was not expecting to look the way it did, but I thought the presentation was beautiful. It was good; however, I was not a fan at how crunchy and hard the top first layer was. In a few areas, it was almost burnt. But I thought it was pretty good without the need for a type of sauce on the side. - For drinks, I had to Summer sangria and my husband had the Rumble in the Jungle. We enjoyed it. Definitely hit the spot. No complaints at all about these drinks. - And Kevin surprised us with a dessert to celebrate : Cranberry Bread Pudding. This was delicious. Very flavorful. I am not really into Cranberry, but this is definitely an exception. Loved the fruits on the side as well. The Hideout Kitchen will always have a place in our hearts. We will definitely come back. We still need to try this place out for Brunch. We need to try their UBE pancakes! hehehe. And thanks Kevin for being amazing that night!

3.75 stars. The…read moreHideout Kitchen's front patio on a warm morning, as well as their sophisticated interiors, make this eatery a good choice if atmosphere is as important as the food itself. I noticed a couple Filipino-inspired dishes on the brunch menu -- Pulled Pork Silog, & the one we tried, Ube Hotcakes. Fluffy & coated in a deep purple sauce, but they didn't posses the distinct taste of ube. My Breakfast Burrito was very well put together, & so hearty, I could only get through half. Every bite saw a dip into the tasty hot sauce. And like the five-year old that I am, I loved that tater tots were a side option. I wouldn't make the drive from my neck of the woods specifically for the Hideout Kitchen, but should I find myself in Lafayette again, I wouldn't say no to an invite here.

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Jc R.

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8

13

5 months ago

Absolutely amazing experience! The service was friendly, fast, and welcoming from the moment we walked in. The beef empanadas were packed with flavor, perfectly seasoned, and had a crispy, fresh crust. The chorizo empanadas were incredible too rich, savory, and cooked perfectly with just the right amount of spice. You can really tell everything is made with care and quality ingredients. Definitely coming back again soon! read more

Josh R.

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4

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11 months ago

Love Abe's Cafe! Rather than going to chains like Starbucks, it's really nice to have this independently owned gem in Lafayette. Lots of great coffees, teas and breakfast foods. And as someone who loves Argentine food, I can say that their empanadas and alfajores are great! read more

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