The breakfast burrito was really good! I would love to come back and try more items on the menu. They have a very cute garden seating area in the back. They are also good for takeout; there is an ordering window outside, and they're very fast in serving the food. The staff are very kind and attentive. read more

Cafe Alula - Alula Breakfast Burrito - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Fun little spot. The bowl was $20 and the breakfast wrap was less than that. I really like the Bowl more. A ton of fresh ingredients and I love the rice. Good portion size. The breakfast wrap was just OK and it felt kind of wet and not crunchy at all. Friendly staff. Love going to the back area with my dog, which they are allowed there. Lots of quaint and quiet people in the back. Really aesthetic. read more

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Met a friend for lunch on a weekday and had a great meal here! The rose lemonade was good, but I like it a little sweeter. Same with the hibiscus lemonade (it was unsweetened). The Alula breakfast burrito was amazing though! Will try non-breakfast items next time because the other food looked awesome as well. Covered backyard is cute when the weather's good! read more

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Visited this cute cafe on a weekday morning (almost missed the entrance - it's discrete!) They have an extensive menu of drinks and sandwiches, salads, burritos, etc., with a Mediterranean/Lebanese twist. I got the chai latte and the Za'atar mushroom pesto sandwich. They were both good, but not blow-your-mind (didn't quite feel worth the $20+ paid). I think I should have ordered the breakfast burrito which they are more famous for. My favorite part of the meal was actually their most beautiful garden-y back patio with music playing - it truly transports you out of Brooklyn! read more

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Great new Lebanese breakfast/brunch spot! Food was cooked perfectly, service was quick, and the ingredients were of high quality. There aren't many Lebanese cafes in NYC serving breakfast, so I'm glad this place exists. I had The Favarite Bowl (the dish is called Foul in Arabic) which was delicious and came with plenty of warm pita that had Zaatar on top. The bowl was a good portion size, the fava beans and chickpeas were cooked perfectly and were super soft and tender. Presentation was great too! My partner had the Alula Breakfast Burrito and got some Lebanese sausage (mechanik) added to it. The wrap was solid, a nice melody of ingredients and it was filling and fresh and well balanced. Great cafe, I'm glad it exists! I'll be back :) read more

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Ordered: Alula Breakfast Burrito (~$13) with Lebanese Beef Sausage (~$6): eggs, cheddar, fava beans, avocado, lettuce, tomato, harissa aioli The Favarite Bowl (~$13): fava beans served with tomato, cucumber, cabbage, radish, and za'atar pita Aya's take: Oh my goodness, shout out to the owner of Cafe Alula for bringing Lebanese breakfast with a twist to Greenpoint. Being Lebanese myself, I've had this spot on my radar for a while. Every item on the menu is intentional and thoughtful. Although some dishes aren't "traditional", a lot of them do use ingredients commonly found in Lebanese sandwiches, salads, and bowls. I'm a sucker for a good breakfast burrito so the Alula Breakfast Burrito with Lebanese Beef Sausage was completely up my alley! The ingredients were super fresh, the eggs were cooked well, and the Lebanese Beef Sausage added so much flavor and smokiness to it. My only complaint is that the fava beans and lettuce seem very out of place here. I would've preferred some type of crispy potato instead which would've paired better with the other ingredients in the burrito. Aside from that, great portion, delicious ingredients, and super filling. The Favarite Bowl is a Lebanese classic called Foul, #iykyk! The za'atar pita was super fresh and paired nicely with the bowl. I loved all the fresh vegetables on top as garnish. It could've used more olive oil and garlic, but otherwise delicious. The presentation of both dishes was exceptional and you can tell they care about each and every bit of detail. Seating is a bit tight with bar seating in the front and only 3-4 tables in the back. They do have outdoor seating which will be amazing when the weather is better. All in all, Cafe Alula is a must try! read more

Cafe Alula - Alula Breakfast Burrito (~$13) with Lebanese Beef Sausage (~$6) - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I'm going to say it: Cafe Alula has one of the best breakfast burritos in the city. And some of the best food overall. What we all need is a Lebanese cafe with outdoor seating options and some of the most flavorful food in the city. Here's what you need to know: 1. That breakfast burrito. All the flavors work together in a way that is more refreshing than other burritos which can more quickly put you in a food coma. 2. Indoor and outdoor seating available. 3. Order at the window 4. The coffee and tea options are solid. Overall, Cafe Alula is a must try in Greenpoint. read more

The food is so good here. Service is great even with a fairly minimal number of staff. Ambiance is lovely. Great backyard area. read more

Cafe Alula - Halloumi and Harissa Egg Sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Nice food and great hummus but not much seating. Probably better for warmer weather since most seating is outdoors. Barista wasn't sure about allergens for the pastries/baked goods so plan to avoid those but they bring food to your table so you don't have to keep coming in and out if sitting outside. Some hearts, might return if in the area. read more

Cafe Alula - Nitro Cold Brew - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Middle Eastern cafe with wine and beer. You order at the counter and then find a spot at their bar, the rear cafe, or their backyard. It's welcoming place that I could see folks lounging around at. We ordered the falafel sandwich, the mushroom sandwich, and a slice of pumpkin cake. Oddly, the cake slice came out first, but we reminded disciplined and saved it for the end. Soon after, our sandwiches were served. They were filled with tomato and cucumber salad along with a generous portion of tahini sauce. Topped with some pickled onion in a warm pressed pita. I preferred the mushroom over the pita. We ordered halloumi cheese with the mushroom sandwich. It was accidentally forgotten, but they provided us a side very quickly after we notified them. I think a halloumi cheese sandwich might have likely been my favorite option for a sandwich. The cake was the best item of the meal. Airy and muffin like with a dense moist center. Outside was just slightly crispy. I'd certainly return for cake. Service was polite and helpful. The food came out quickly. They had kombucha and cold brew on tap. There was only one single occupancy restroom which had accessibility bar; though, I believe there was one step in order to enter the business. read more

I have mixed feelings! My friends got salads that were large and looked delicious. I got the halloumi harissa sandwich and it was all bread/lettuce. They gave me like 1/5 the amount if halloumi I had seen in other posts. I couldn't even taste it. It was like a salad sandwich for $16:( Would try something else if I go back read more

Cafe Alula - Halloumi sandwich (really lacking halloumi). - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Beautiful, fresh food that's served quickly by a friendly crew. I demolished their breakfast burrito which was so delicious! I loved the fact that they grilled the outside. The back patio is beautiful overlooking the beautiful greenery of the plant store next door. The iced ginger brew was perfect on a hot day and I love the bite of ginger I can feel in my throat. Lovely, lovely place. I we old come here regularly if I lived here! read more

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I love their breakfast burritos, salads, and falafel pita. I usually get the two 8 oz container special that comes with pita (they offer fava beans, baba ganouj, hummus, grape leaves.) generally I pick up but they have a really cozy enclosed backyard area - in the winter the install heaters so it's all season. read more

The food is AMAZING!!!! And the atmosphere is heavenly, sitting outside in their covered area, yet surrounded by nature. I gobbled all the food up and forgot to take pics.‍ I had the fatoush salad w/ two slices of halloumi cheese. And before that, I had the egg, halloumi and sorrel greens on focaccia bread- all was super deliciouso!!! read more

Cafe Alula - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Very surprised by how much I liked this. I went expecting much, having not been to many Lebanese restaurants because the food is generally just not my thing. But this menu looked interesting enough for breakfast so I figured what the heck. It's a small cafe but I didn't go inside as they have counter service outside. I ordered the breakfast burrito-eggs, avocado, gava beans, lettuce, tomato and harissa oil. I left off of the tomato. The burrito came out pressed and hot and was delicious. As someone who rarely eats beans for breakfast and never avocado, I scarfed this down faster than you can "yum yum breakfast burrito". Ton of flavor. Very happy I took the chance. read more

Delicious food, friendly staff, and plenty of seating. I visited Cafe Alula at the recommendation of my cousin during a recent trip back to NY. You order food at the window right by the entrance. There's menus to review while you wait your turn to order. The staff is very friendly and helpful if you have questions. After you order, they'll give you a number and you find yourself a seat. What I got: - Alula breakfast burrito: everything tasted so fresh. From the veggies to the egg. All the flavors balanced well together and eating it never felt heavy. - Orange blossom chai turmeric latte: DELICIOUS! You can taste the orange blossom without it being overpowering. The chai had a good spice to it. There's street seating in front of the restaurant, but if there's space in the back, I recommend going to eat there. There's plenty of seating with a canopy of plants that makes it feel for a second that you're not in NY. read more

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Have not tried the food but I got the Zatar croissant and it was delicious. The interior of this place looks so cute, and they have a patio in the back. A greenpoint hidden gem. read more

Cafe Alula - Backyard - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I love this place--it's my neighborhood place, but one of the female front girls can be so rude, cold, and off-putting. I can't stand white girl vegan rude girls who act as if they're above other people and as if I'm inconveniencing her by asking for the wifi password. She's only nice to her white girlfriends who come by and frankly I find it to be a bit racist. Train your staff better. read more

Grabbed brunch at Wenwen prior with a group and did a post meal coffee at Alula. Such a cute cafe! Pretty limited seating (maybe 3-4 tables) but they also seem to have some outdoor seating. The coffee was delicious but even better is that they serve in it in unique handmade ceramics which objectively makes the coffee taste better. Would try to see if I could pop in here on a day I'm working remotely as their food menu looks great as well! read more

We were excited to go to cafe Alula for lunch. When we saw the long line we believed it confirmed it will be good. But by the time the food came (30+ mins for two sandwiches) our excitement went down the drain. And although the food was really good I am not sure I would come back on a regular basis. While the food is good it's also overpriced - I paid $50 for two sandwiches and two non-alcoholic drinks - it should cost less than this, especially for lunch. read more

The food was delicious, and the coffee tasted amazing as well. It was my first time coming here, and I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the ingredients and the good vibes. I stayed to eat in the outdoor patio area. The service was excellent, and I enjoyed my breakfast. It's a very cute place, and I highly recommend it! read more

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Cafe Alula is my favorite spot in Brooklyn-The owner, Tony is gracious and welcoming and makes everyone feel like family. The food is always fresh and delicious. What brought me in was the coffee-the latte's and home made vanilla is my go to and the Barista's are knowledgeable and care about crafting a good cup every time. I cannot recommend this place enough. I love sitting at the bar or in the outside space right next to a plant store. It's a great vibe! read more

Alula is the real deal! Amazing food, great coffee and baristas that make you feel at home. Breakfast and lunch are equally as good and the food is high quality and always fresh! Not to mention the baked goods are the best around. The owner Tony created something very special here! Be prepared to become a repeat customer! read more

While the service was fine my food was not unfortunately. I ordered the falafel pita, gluten free. There was hardly any food in the bowl. My friend and everyone else around me had food up to the top of their bowls. Mine was barely covering the bottom. There was also no pita, they gave sandwich pieces instead. For the expensive cost of the meal plus tip, the food was unfortunately very disappointing. read more

Came to this area to meet a friend and this was conveniently nearby! This was exactly what I was looking for - a light healthy meal of all the good foods with a nice selection of coffee. They also have seating outdoors in the front, and a nice backyard. I got the fattoush and added halloumi. The mixed greens and veggies were tasty, and the flatbread was nice and warm, cut up neatly for your ease of eating. i wanted to try something beside the usual latte so I ordered my first halwa latte! Flavors of roasted sesame and espresso combined fluttered around, super tasty. read more

Cafe Alula - Fattoush + halloumi add-on - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

So many great options! Definitely would have to come back to try other items especially the za'atar croissant. The sandwiches can also be switched to bowls. We had the shiitake pesto sandwich, cauliflower shawarma, baked falafel salad and a side of fava beans. Favorite was the sandwich (crispy texture and large portion) and cauliflower (nice thick layer of tahini at the bottom). The falafel is baked and somehow tasted uncooked. The hummus in the salad was very creamy. Also tried the halva latte which didn't have strong tahini flavor. The backyard space is super lovely and quiet great for reading, working or catching up with friends. It's self service in which one orders up front. The guy made a couple mistakes of our orders but I still enjoyed the food and look forward to coming back. read more

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Cute cafe in Greenpoint. Neighborhood favorite. But the service is not great. They tend to keep people waiting in line while chatting with guests who hold up the line. The staffs are generally flustered and lack focus. They tend to get the order wrong and lack skills to make proper espresso drinks. (Over steamed piping hot temperatures) read more

Loved this place. I had orange blossom chai with oat milk and the cauliflower shawarma. It did not disappoint. Orange blossom chai is a dirty chai with a nice citrusy kick to it. Definitely coming back for more before I leave to head home. In terms of seating, the front has a little covered area and there's a covered back patio as well. Service was fast and 10/10. Person who took my order at the window was super helpful as well. Highly recommend if you're looking for vegan food. read more

Cafe Alula - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My second time at this place and they nailed it again. Absolutely delicious food. Well cooked and well presented. Came for vegan options and they have plenty. Love the vibe at this place as well. I'll be keep coming back and bringing more friends. read more

Cafe Alula - Baked falafel bowl with extra muhammara. - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

After viewing an exhibit nearby, my friend & I walked around Greenpoint to find a place that would fulfill our bellies. She mentioned that Alula was pretty good so I was down to try it out with her. I have to say, it's a very cute Middle Eastern cafe store front where you order at the window first before seating. Don't let the store front fool ya though - there's plenty of seating in the back! Both of us ordered the baked falafel bowl. I will admit because I'm a sucker for avo, of course I added it to my bowl. We got served piping hot bowls with fresh veggies. Each bowl was enough to satisfy our hunger, thank you very much! I did have to take off a star because I was a bit disappointed with my halwa latte. The tahini was all the way at the bottom and it didn't dissolve into the latte well enough to flavor it unfortunately. However, just because it wasn't the best latte of my life doesn't mean I wouldn't go back for a second chance! read more

Sandwich | Coffee | Outdoor Space Sandwiches: Cafe Alula has a variety of sandwiches, from falafel to shawarma. I had the smoked salmon sandwich. It came with lettuce, tomatoes, and pickled onions. It was significantly larger than I anticipated. I was more than full after I had the sandwich. Making it a great value at $14. Coffee: The second highlight of Cafe Alula is there a variety of coffee options. They have everything from cold brew, to espresso shots, to lattes, to mochas. I had an espresso shot which was spot on. Outdoor space: When there is a nice day, Alula has a great outdoor space in the back. It has room for about 30 people. There are a lot of plants and greenery around which definitely gives you a lift on your mood during your lunch. Pro Tip: Don't let the storefront fool you, it is good. read more

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~Monica's T.A.S.T.E. Test~ Taste: I ordered the falafel pita which was stuffed with delicious falafel, pickled onions/cucumbers, hummus and more. The pita was firm and held up well to the stuffing inside. It was a very filling and satisfying sandwich. Atmosphere: Order and pay at the register, sit down and enjoy at the tables outside or inside. A little short on space but we were able to get a table for 3. Very cute inside and out. Service: The meals were delivered promptly and fresh. Usually you bus your own table and get your own water, but our waitress was kind enough to do it for us. Tab: $12-20 sandwiches/breakfasts which was cheaper than some of the surrounding areas in Brooklyn, especially for the quality that came out. Extra wow factor: I loved the options on the menu. Its hard to find vegetarian options and they had A BUNCH. Does it pass the T.A.S.T.E test? Yes! This place came recommended to use from a local friend and it was well worth the visit. read more

Cafe Alula - Baked Falafel Sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Ordered the halloumi harissa egg sandwich. Delicious and the only thing that would make this better would be if it had a type of meat like Turkey on it. Otherwise, a really good choice on the menu. It was big enough i could take half home to eat later for dinner. Very friendly staff who made sure to answer all our questions and give recommendations! We ate on the back patio which was like a lovely private alcove and because it had a covering the sun wasn't much of a bother. read more

Cafe Alula - Halloumi and Harissa Egg Sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Cute little shop, but their turmeric latte was disappointing. It didn't have that nutty flavor and sweetness to it... I wish they knew how to make it Maybe their food is better? read more

I was looking for a light and healthy lunch, so stopped in for a falafel sandwich. Except for some fish, crab and egg dishes, and dishes with feta cheese, Cafe Alula has largely a vegetarian and vegan menu with lots of gluten free options. The falafels in my salad were baked, the hummus was creamy and salad dressing was a great acidic balance to all of it. Cappuccino was good too. Great vibe and music. Learned about a band while there... Bacao Rhythm and Steel Band. Want to try the cauliflower "shawarma" or tarragon & whitefish sandwich next time. read more

I got a sandwich here and it was weirdly tiny for it's price. It also was impossible to keep together. I think this is a restaurant favored by people who aren't hungry. read more

Super cute place, enjoyed the food and vibes inside a lot. My friends and I ordered different items and though I didn't get to try their dishes, it surely looked yummy. I had the mushroom & egg toast and I really enjoyed it. Price wise - I would say it's standard brunch prices. I'd love to come back here to try other items on the menu next time :) read more

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PURCHASED: Smoked Salmon Sandwich ($17) + Egg & Cheese Sandwich ($10) + Tea ($2) + Coffee ($2) TOTAL: $36 (for b-fast for 2 peeps) Date visited: early Fall (10/06/19) PROS: + Ingredients: whoever made the menu deserves an award. The sandwiches were delivious--oh yeah, I definitely ate took a few bites from my gf's cheese-egg wich. The buns had a high density of sesame seeds. + Smoked Salmon Sandwich: It's like lox or sushi-grade salmon. It was garnished with dill, capers and some crème fraîche. All of this was piled nicely on 2 nicely toasted slices of some custom-like bread. Though, $17 bucks is quite pricey. Could've thrown on a few more slices of salmon. :D CONS: - nada: To be quite honest, I think we found my new breakfast-morning spot. The front is where you order and 2 small tables for 2 parties can be squeezed in. The interior kitchen and register is really narrow. The main seating is in the backyard. Entering to the seating area in the back is like walking into your own backyard. The screen door really makes you have that impression. IMPRESSION: Great outdoor space in the backyard during the Spring or Fall. If you're in Greenpoint on the weekend and want some breakfast, it's a great place to go. Note: I will always get breakfast on Saturdays/Sundays and there are 5 places that I have gone to, they include Bakeri (food-awesome, space-awesone), Esme (delicious, decent prices, relatively more crowded) and Franklin Corner Cafe (overpriced--food not good). These restaurants I have mentioned are within 5-8 blocks of each other and nearly encompass all the options for breakfast with exception of 3-4 that I haven't mentioned (Milk & Roses [north Greenpoint, pricey, prejudice french bartender making fun of a hispanic worker; he was french], Eagle Trading Company [low-key, british-dude owned, further north in Greenpoint]). read more

Cafe Alula - $30 (pay at the front upon ordering) = tea + coffee + Smoked Salmon Sandwich + Egg & Cheese Sandiwch - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I received the wrong item in my to-go bag so I couldn't come back to get it replaced. They were not even busy at this time so not sure why they would get something so simple so wrong. the sandwich I received was very dry, bland, and not worth the $11 they charged me. Furthermore, the girl taking my order got a bit of a condescending tone with me for no reason. would never come back ‍ read more

Definitely a great option for a casual coffee/lunch in Greenpoint. It's expensive, but that's almost a given at these distinctly quaint backyard places. I'll be back! read more

Cafe Alula - Mezze Plate. So good. So filling. Simple flavors done well. - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York