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    Cafe Bubamara

    4.5 (630 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Antoinette S.

    I'm v adventurous w regard to food n like to try diff cuisines.when they had international day at work employees made different dishes from various countries. Macedonian cuisine caught my eye. Was delicious n different ever since then wanted to try other Macedonian food. A fellow employee recommended cafe bubamara n thought I'd try it w another friend for lunch, Cafe is in the heart of Clifton in botany village n I've never Been there. Cute restaurant. Under renovation so u had to go in thru side next to the pathed car. Very quaint. Decorated very nice. Friendly welcoming staff, We tried the veggie panini and mini burek- meat n spinach feta cheese. Thought was mini but they were quite big. Enjoyed the meat burek n a small piece of the spinach/ feta as my tummy was already full. Very nice flaky pastry n filling tasted yummy. The veggie panini was a generous portion w tomatoes roasted red peppers, olive tapenade n goat cheese. Tasted really good. Finished only half portion of it. Tx u for a great lunch, will be back again.

    Ronald K.

    The plethora of fake flowers EVERYWHERE should have been the first red flag (at least they weren't dusty). Flowers even engulfed the flat screen TV. All the chicken based entrees and sandwiches had zero taste. Seasoning anyone? $4.00 for a teeny coke and no tap water available. Salads also were forgettable but the barak was tasty and with the right amount of flaky fluff. I say stick to the barak and perhaps grab a desert. This place maybe ok for a first date (cause it can be quite cozy) or just grab a desert after dinner elsewhere.

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    Lisa P.

    It's a cute restaurant with nice outdoor area which is nice when it's good weather. Tried their fresh lemonade, however I wasn't impressed and it's pricey. You have to add your own sugar in. But the fresh spinach and cheese burek was warm, crispy and delightful! It's one of the things they are known for so def try a burek. We also ordered the veggie pizza which was like upside down pizza made with fresh bread. We got the rafato cake for dessert to go and it was okay. The waiter was helpful in giving suggestions and letting us know what they are known for which is burek and beignets. As some of the items are made fresh it does take time to get your food once you order. I would definitely recommend giving this place a try and can't wait to go back to try other items along with the Turkish coffee. It's street parking and we were able to find spot easily.

    Suzette S.

    What is a bubamara? Bubamara means ladybug in South Slavic languages! Loved finding the ladybugs throughout the stunningly beautiful Cafe Bubamara! Indoor and outdoor seating areas- every direction you look is scenic! Celebrated Father's Day! Brunch was amazingly delicious! Party of 4- we each othered entrees and shared! Loved all of them. MINI BUREK PIZZA BUREK HAM AND CHEESE OMEL CAPPUCCINO AMER COFFEE COFFEE LATTE TURKISH COFFEE ZELJANICA DOMACI DORUCAK FRSH SQUEEZE Orange Juice IN JAR The Turkish coffee had such a magnificent presentation! Hubby enjoyed the strong coffee! Orange juice was refreshing! Service was exceptional! Wished my latte was actually hotter, just warm. Definitely have to come to enjoy the amazing selections available! So excited to be there and spend time with my family- I forgot to check in!! Cafe Bubamara does not accept reservations. First come, first served. Street parking.

    Nehal A.

    While looking for a brunch we saw the beautiful images of cafe Bubamara. Upon arrival we parked at the public parking lot, a block across the restaurant. The restaurant was pretty packed, but we were lucky to get a table right away. As we walked thru the restaurant, we got to see the gorgeous aesthetics of this place, filled with colors, flowers, and greenery. The menu had so many unique Turkish dishes I had never seen before. I started with the Turkish coffee, a hardcore black coffee that came in a small cute kettle pot which few sugar cubes in a bowl. The mini burek was a delicious bread filled with ground beef. Ustipci, that is like beignet, was full of fluffy soft yummy dough, with a bunch of cheese cubes. The domaci dorucak was a dish of three spicy beef sausages with side of bread, cheese and cucumber. The sausages were excellent. Our dishes were served in quick time. Service was amazing. Simply put we loved everything about this place, the food, the service, the ambience. We will be dining here more often now for sure.

    Mizan R.

    Went here for a quick bite before heading to an event and it was a great experience. the backyard has a wonderful garden with luscious flowers and greenery. the food i got a chicken quesadilla and it came with salsa guacamole and sour cream. very flavorful and delicious. the front desk staff was condescending with an attitude but once we got to the garden the staff was very sweet and took care of my party. i'll totally go back here if im ever in the area!

    Wei H.

    Charming and lovely cafe at Clifton NJ. The decoration was beyond words. Flowers and antiques brought the ambiance to a different level. I like beef sausage links, very juicy and flavorful. Bread and pita are all toasted and buttered. Chicken sausages are a little dry. I don't like the ice tea. The iconic coffee is quite strong. It got really crowded for brunch / lunch. We went by 1130/12 and luckily got a table. The staff were friendly and attentive.

    Sandra Demis A.

    This is my favorite go to coffee shop We love their cheese Burek and the Turkish coffee. The desserts are also incredible. However the positive atmosphere takes the cake We have been here countless times and the service only gets better. The design and quality has always been amazing. I give my favorite coffee shop a 10/10. Thank you for the great food and friendly service

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    Asma A.

    The atmosphere and garden are beautiful, if crowded and slightly claustrophobic. I had a couple of key issues. First, the breakfast platter with the beef sausage. My friend and I both got the same thing and both our eggs were cooked differently; hers were runny and mine were fully cooked. The sausage had an extremely gamey and meaty funk that made them hard to stomach. The bread did not come with butter or oil. The Turkish very coffee was good, however, and served in lovely cups. The restaurant also allows dogs in the outdoor area. Not sure if they're service animals only, but it was such a tight space that it made things uncomfortable. I would perhaps give this spot another chance to try the borek.

    Kate B.

    Listen- my friend and I didn't come nearly hungry enough so next time we go I'm trying more than just a salad and an app, but both were amazing!! We got coffee as well but it was fine- nothing special. They have a gorgeous outdoor patio that we missed because it was closed for the day for some reason, but the interior was very cozy so no complaints there. These little fried things were to diiiiie for, and eat them with the feta and honey and its chefs kiss! Will definitely be back :)

    Willian B.

    The atmosphere in the place is very warm, the welcome is very friendly when you enter the establishment, the music was in accordance with the place very well done. When I asked our waitress Natasha for her recommendation on the menu, she explained it to me very well, very good professionalism, apart from very attentive at the table at all times, I think it was a very good experience. In food wow the scrambled eggs were super fresh very well cooked with honesty instead of reading a review it is better to visit the place and make your own conclusions. But very well recommended 100%

    Bella M.

    I am surprised I haven't reviewed Cafe Bubamara before because I thought I had. What an awesome spot, Turkish coffee was spot on with a Turkish delight treat on the side. Interesting and creative dishes to try here- anything in puff pastry was really tasty, delicious fillings. I've come here twice and would come again.

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    China D.

    my husband and i got a rare opportunity for a toddler free date recently and we were so excited to finally try Cafe Bubamara. we were seated out back which was decorated with lovely flowers and lighting. my husband ordered a turkish coffee while i got a lemonade. we shared afew things on the menu so we could try as much as possible. my husband loved the durek bread and it was similar to a stromboli but came with a bowl of sour cream?! yes please. we shared a chocolate walnut torte and this was my favorite thing. it was light in texture but rich in flavor and the walnuts were crunchy and fresh. their cappucino was one of the best i've had in a while. the menu had photos of nearly everything on the menu which is super helpful! there is a lot of stuff we can't wait to try when we come back :)

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    This cafe is not only so adorable, but the lunch/breakfast here is delicious! I absolutely recommend!

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    Great food, great atmosphere, great staff. A warm and inviting place that we need more of around here. 10/10

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    Ask the Community - Cafe Bubamara

    Is it byob?

    Yes it is.

    Is there any vegan options?

    Yes there are some and a few things can be customized. E.g., the veggie panini (if you ask them to hold the goat cheese), the French toast with fruit, the "vitamin salad" or "summer salad" (if you hold the mozzarella), the fruit strudels (although i… Read more

    Do you need a reservation?

    No but if you are going on the weekend around lunch and dinner time you should call ahead and get a reservation

    Is any of the meat served here Halal?

    No the meat isn't halal. But they only serve beef and chicken products

    Is there a long wait on weekends? Do they take reservations?

    Is this BYOB? For mimosas maybe?

    It's BYOB

    Are there Tv to watch World Cup soccer ⚽️ Croascia vs England?

    Yes! There's a tv in the outside seating in the back. That's where I watched Croatia's last game! 👍

    Would it be okay to come in here at 9 or is that too late?

    We are open until 11 pm. You are more than welcome to come at 9pm. Sorry to answer too late, but you… Read more

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    Came here on a Friday afternoon with a friend. Found this place via Yelp and cross checked with…read moreGoogle to confirm this is a place to stop by. This review is based on the hot hero sandwiches. I got the Chicken Ala Vodka which is breaded chicken, melted mozzarella with their homemade vodka sauce which was alright. I split this with my friend. My friend got the Crusader which is sliced steak, potato, onion rings, peppers and American cheese which was also alright. I think they mashed the potatoes with the sliced steak, not overly mashed potato texture though. I think my expectations were high but it's still a solid neighborhood spot. The place gets busy and seems people order in advance for pick up. The amount of food and fair prices definitely makes it worthy to stop by but I will stick to the cold sub heroes next time. * Street parking * Indoor dining * Fair prices

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    0 out of 5 stars…read more What should have been a simple brunch turned into a frustrating, drawn-out experience from start to finish. We were initially told the wait would be 25 minutes -- totally reasonable. But after receiving a text 15 minutes later saying we were next, we returned only to be told the kitchen was backed up and it would be another 15 minutes. Then came multiple conflicting texts, including one saying we were being removed from the waitlist for not responding... while we were literally standing there. We were finally seated about 20 minutes after that. It only got worse. It took 40 minutes for food to arrive, and even then, my daughter was served first while my husband and I waited another 15 minutes for ours. The food itself was incredibly disappointing: "poached" eggs that were basically hard-boiled, burnt toast, burnt sausage, and scrambled eggs that came out as a firm, molded mound instead of anything soft or freshly made. To top it off, the entire restaurant felt chaotic. We heard multiple crashes from the kitchen, servers openly complaining, and even staff encouraging the host not to walk out mid-shift. Meanwhile, takeout and delivery orders were flying out while dine-in customers sat waiting for long stretches. Overall, disorganized, poorly managed, and not worth the time or money. We won't be returning.

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