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Very cute cafe and even better food. Had a chance to try all the salads and dips and everything was so good and fresh. The short rib grilled cheese was so flavorful and the bread had an amazing crunch to it! They do premade canned cocktails that you chill yourself. It's definitely a fun touch! Theyre good quality canned cocktails - i liked the paloma and the bees knees. Service was also great, food came out fast. Definitely want to take my husband here soon.
Food was all so vibrant and fresh and colorful Parking was hard. Try to uber. No liquor license so they have these cute canned cocktails!!!
This is a cute little spot. Its actually perfect for lunch or dinner. They have a nice menu of Mediterranean options. The chicken shawarma bowl was a highlight for me and their roasted potatoes were excellent. You order at the front register and your food will be brought to you at your table. I think it gets quite crowded later in the day, but in the evening there were just a few people sitting inside the small dining space. It's more expensive than your typical cafe. Food for 2 people was a little over $50. Also parking can be sort of a pain in the area, so be mindful.
This falafel bowl exceeded my expectations! It was a recommendation by the cashier and I am so glad we chose what she decided. The falafel was perfectly crispy and the sauce drizzled over it was so tasty. I loved the veggie salad, hummus, and couscous they had on the side. All the flavors together made the dish very well done! I loved how the restaurant was casual and there was a lot of seating inside. If you're planning to grab lunch, I would suggest coming here!
Not recommended during weekend. Very crowded. Chocolate croissant: the most soggy and unimpressive croissant I've ever had. Chicken shawarma bowl: tastes phenomenal. Will definitely get this again. Great quality of food. Humus tastes yummy. I'm not a hummus person but I love this a lot. The grains that come with it was salted and has a chewy texture which I adore. Side of falafel: the most soggy and blandest falafel I've ever had. Very disappointing.
I used to really like this place, but I went recently when they were very busy and I felt the quality was a little worse than usual especially given the price! I got a falafel wrap, egg scramble, and French toast. They messed up one of our orders, but very quickly rectified it which was very nice! Overall, I thought the food was solid but nothing special! I think their drinks are very good and they have a great juice selection which I have had before!
Great portion sizes but definitely overpriced imo. We got take out so I can't say how the service or ambiance of the place. The food was pretty unique in the types of things they put in the bowl, but the taste was pretty average. Felt a little too oily to me personally
Overall: a bit expensive for fairly simple looking food selections BUT their tea selection is superb. Look for their carefully curated chai selections as I think I saw one from somewhere in the Middle East I think? Ambience/Service/Decor: very modern clean white tiling and decorations with plenty of indoor seating and great wifi. The manager (I assume) was super friendly having nice chats with us which definitely trickled down to the staff level. Love the environment.
Overall: 4.7/5 (to go) Very cute, clean, & spacious cafe. Fast service. Friendly staff. Reasonable prices. What's not to love? Almond Croissant ($4): The almond croissant wasn't heated up but it was still good. It also had a bit of filling in it. The croissant wasn't very sweet and also is great to dip in your coffee. Pistachio Baklava ($2.95): Really good baklava with great flavors and plenty of pistachio bits. One of the best ones I've had! Regular Chai Latte With Oat Milk ($4.95) and Biscotti Syrup ($0.95): The cashier girl was really sweet and was indulging me with experimental flavors for my latte. She recommended the chai latte since it was cold outside so the spices would warm me up. I don't usually go for chai lattes since every time I've gotten it, the spices were too much so I wanted to add a syrup to it. She gave me a few options that could go with the chai and I chose the biscotti one. She was also the one who made my drink and it came out really well. My husband who doesn't drink coffee loved my drink and drank half of it!!! Usually he only takes a sip to try so this was huge. I liked it as well but thought it was a tad too sweet for me.
It was crowded, but I was able to grab a spot at the bar, ordered a panini breakfast sandwich and a fatoush salad for later. They were both delicious. Staff was friendly and helpful. Will be back!
Cafe Fili was a hidden gem, great place to stop by for a a quick sandwich or a lamb shawarma, Leave some room for the amazing baklava assortments, I was impressed how fresh the baklava was, highly recommend this place!
Café Fili is truly a hidden gem. I really appreciated the experience that I had while dining here recently. I met up with a friend and we were both very pleased with the service, the ambience, and the food. At the time I was looking for a café that would be open late and this was the absolute perfect spot. I really appreciate the extended hours in service and the fact that they served lattes at 6 PM. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. I went on a Tuesday night so it wasn't very busy and I was able to sit and enjoy my meal. However, I can see this location being busy on the weekend so if you would like to sit and actually have an experience, I would come a little bit early. I've been to this location twice now and each time I've been very pleased. The first time I went, I got a latte with the most beautiful latte art. And the second time I went, I tried the short rib grilled cheese, which was by far the best grilled cheese I've ever had in my entire life. The flavor of the meat and cheese, the essence of all the vegetables and onions, mixed with the crunchiness of the bread that they used was just an experience all its own. The side salad was so refreshing and the dressing delicious. Im excited to come back and try another option on the menu. Fun fact: I found out that they have an apartment building called "the Flats", which was a nice find so if you're interested in finding an apartment. You could maybe book a tour of the apartment and then dine at this café afterwards. I highly recommend this location.
Love this place!!! Fabulous food options. The gyro and feta appetizer was very tasty! My friend enjoyed the Greek salad too! Everything was great and shareable - hope to return and try more. Definitely check it out!!! read more
2 months ago
We popped in here for quick breakfast on a Sunday for the first time and were generally quite impressed. Even though it was before 11, they let us order off of the lunch menu, which was a nice surprise. We ordered the lamb salad and lamb bowl and the lamb was excellent, almost a cross between ground and chunked. The lamb salad was covered in a very cumin forward salad dressing, which was delicious, and we devoured it. The bowl was also quite good, and the pickled topping was standout, but overall it really could have used a sauce or dressing. The service was a little weird. The food came fairly quickly, however, the dishes were delivered separately about 5 minutes apart, even though we ordered them together. The restaurant was clean, and I wish we'd had time to sample the delightful looking breakfast pastries and 3 flavors of baklava. There is a coffee bar and a cocktail bar, as well as a cold case with fizzy water, bottled lemonades, and wine. There are also a few tiny tables on the sidewalk, which was a great place to enjoy the morning and people watch. read more
The mushroom panini is so decadent and I love the small salad that comes. Their baked goods are also lovely including the walnut and cashew baklava. Staff is so friendly and food comes out very quickly. I really love the cafe as well. There is outdoor seating and inside there's so much natural light. It has a warm and inviting atmosphere on a quiet street. read more
1 year ago
Very cute cafe and even better food. Had a chance to try all the salads and dips and everything was so good and fresh. The short rib grilled cheese was so flavorful and the bread had an amazing crunch to it! They do premade canned cocktails that you chill yourself. It's definitely a fun touch! Theyre good quality canned cocktails - i liked the paloma and the bees knees. Service was also great, food came out fast. Definitely want to take my husband here soon. read more
1 year ago
Food was all so vibrant and fresh and colorful Parking was hard. Try to uber. No liquor license so they have these cute canned cocktails!!! read more
2 years ago
This is a cute little spot. Its actually perfect for lunch or dinner. They have a nice menu of Mediterranean options. The chicken shawarma bowl was a highlight for me and their roasted potatoes were excellent. You order at the front register and your food will be brought to you at your table. I think it gets quite crowded later in the day, but in the evening there were just a few people sitting inside the small dining space. It's more expensive than your typical cafe. Food for 2 people was a little over $50. Also parking can be sort of a pain in the area, so be mindful. read more
This falafel bowl exceeded my expectations! It was a recommendation by the cashier and I am so glad we chose what she decided. The falafel was perfectly crispy and the sauce drizzled over it was so tasty. I loved the veggie salad, hummus, and couscous they had on the side. All the flavors together made the dish very well done! I loved how the restaurant was casual and there was a lot of seating inside. If you're planning to grab lunch, I would suggest coming here! read more
3 months ago
Not recommended during weekend. Very crowded. Chocolate croissant: the most soggy and unimpressive croissant I've ever had. Chicken shawarma bowl: tastes phenomenal. Will definitely get this again. Great quality of food. Humus tastes yummy. I'm not a hummus person but I love this a lot. The grains that come with it was salted and has a chewy texture which I adore. Side of falafel: the most soggy and blandest falafel I've ever had. Very disappointing. read more
3 years ago
I used to really like this place, but I went recently when they were very busy and I felt the quality was a little worse than usual especially given the price! I got a falafel wrap, egg scramble, and French toast. They messed up one of our orders, but very quickly rectified it which was very nice! Overall, I thought the food was solid but nothing special! I think their drinks are very good and they have a great juice selection which I have had before! read more
7 months ago
Great portion sizes but definitely overpriced imo. We got take out so I can't say how the service or ambiance of the place. The food was pretty unique in the types of things they put in the bowl, but the taste was pretty average. Felt a little too oily to me personally read more
3 years ago
Overall: a bit expensive for fairly simple looking food selections BUT their tea selection is superb. Look for their carefully curated chai selections as I think I saw one from somewhere in the Middle East I think? Ambience/Service/Decor: very modern clean white tiling and decorations with plenty of indoor seating and great wifi. The manager (I assume) was super friendly having nice chats with us which definitely trickled down to the staff level. Love the environment. read more
4 years ago
Overall: 4.7/5 (to go) Very cute, clean, & spacious cafe. Fast service. Friendly staff. Reasonable prices. What's not to love? Almond Croissant ($4): The almond croissant wasn't heated up but it was still good. It also had a bit of filling in it. The croissant wasn't very sweet and also is great to dip in your coffee. Pistachio Baklava ($2.95): Really good baklava with great flavors and plenty of pistachio bits. One of the best ones I've had! Regular Chai Latte With Oat Milk ($4.95) and Biscotti Syrup ($0.95): The cashier girl was really sweet and was indulging me with experimental flavors for my latte. She recommended the chai latte since it was cold outside so the spices would warm me up. I don't usually go for chai lattes since every time I've gotten it, the spices were too much so I wanted to add a syrup to it. She gave me a few options that could go with the chai and I chose the biscotti one. She was also the one who made my drink and it came out really well. My husband who doesn't drink coffee loved my drink and drank half of it!!! Usually he only takes a sip to try so this was huge. I liked it as well but thought it was a tad too sweet for me. read more
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Cafe Fili was a hidden gem, great place to stop by for a a quick sandwich or a lamb shawarma, Leave some room for the amazing baklava assortments, I was impressed how fresh the baklava was, highly recommend this place! read more
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Café Fili is truly a hidden gem. I really appreciated the experience that I had while dining here recently. I met up with a friend and we were both very pleased with the service, the ambience, and the food. At the time I was looking for a café that would be open late and this was the absolute perfect spot. I really appreciate the extended hours in service and the fact that they served lattes at 6 PM. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. I went on a Tuesday night so it wasn't very busy and I was able to sit and enjoy my meal. However, I can see this location being busy on the weekend so if you would like to sit and actually have an experience, I would come a little bit early. I've been to this location twice now and each time I've been very pleased. The first time I went, I got a latte with the most beautiful latte art. And the second time I went, I tried the short rib grilled cheese, which was by far the best grilled cheese I've ever had in my entire life. The flavor of the meat and cheese, the essence of all the vegetables and onions, mixed with the crunchiness of the bread that they used was just an experience all its own. The side salad was so refreshing and the dressing delicious. Im excited to come back and try another option on the menu. Fun fact: I found out that they have an apartment building called "the Flats", which was a nice find so if you're interested in finding an apartment. You could maybe book a tour of the apartment and then dine at this café afterwards. I highly recommend this location. read more
This cute little café is one of those hidden gems that you have to put on your list. I swung by here with some friends and I was very impressed. The menu is, simply put, unique and delicious - with plenty vegetarian options that are well priced. The place was spotless and very clean, loved the white ambiance! Ordered a Latte, Falafel bowl with some fries, and ended it with a Pecan Cheesecake, which was all delicious needless to say! Great staff with a great vibe. Beautiful presentation of pastries. You can skip Starbucks and those mediocre coffee shops, this is the place to go if you're in Baltimore! You'll love it! read more
8 months ago
1 year ago
Nice space on Cathedral across from the Emmanuel church. Fast food type cashier ordering. Tables weren't cleared. Wait was about 30 minutes for a felafel. Vibe was comfortable and fun. Felafel bowl,had couscous, humus, salad and cauliflower. Felafel was dry. Thin pita came with the bowl to make small sandwiches. read more
I have always enjoyed getting a delicious meal at Cafe Fili :) The service is quick and smooth. Staff are friendly and helpful in accommodating to dietary restrictions. The vibes are perfect for a date, catching up with a friend over coffee, or enjoying solo-time. Parking is limited to street parking in the adjacent area. read more
5 years ago
Cafe Fili is a delightful place to grab brunch and chill or study. I wish I knew about this place earlier. They have a selection of pastries and baked goods, but also more substantial meals. When I went, it was still breakfast, which runs til 11 am. I got the Smoked Salmon on a crostini and the Pistachio Olive Oil cupcake, along with the Afghani Chai. The smoked salmon on a crostini was deconstructed. They give you two slices of bread, which are slightly toasted, 4 pieces of smoked salmon, some capers, chopped tomatoes, red onions, 1 quatered-hardboiled eggs, and lebneh (Middle eastern yogurt). Everything together was a perfect harmony, from the saltiness and acidity of the capers and lebneh to the creaminess of the egg and lox. Everything tasted so fresh too! The Pistachio Olive Oil cupcake was also great. It was moist and light, however, I wish there was pieces of pistachio in the cupcake itself. I did not enjoy the Afghani Chai as much as I thought I would. As a big tea drinker, the Afghani Chai was served black with a teabag and no sugar. I put a bit of half & half and honey and agave, yet it lacked in creaminess. I think part of the issue was the use of a tea bag rather then boiling the water in the spices itself. Nevertheless, I enjoyed Cafe Fili. The service was great and the place was clean. I defintely would come back to try more of their menu items again. read more
Yes! Yes! Yes! I've been looking for an empty, swanky cafe with good coffee that's open for dine in during this time. Found it! Almost don't want to share it but I've found it and it is good! Cafe Fili. Guess what ... Lo-Fi music blares from the speakers. What better way to sit down, enjoy coffee and get your work done. There's a 2 hour limit for dine in. Perfect! For my first visit I ordered the Chicken Pomodoro Panini and a Caramel Latte. Total: $16 bucks without tip. Not bad! The Chicken Pomodoro is Grilled chicken, roasted and sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, provolone cheese & basil pesto aioli. It was accompanied with a side salad. Both were delicious! Really, really good. The sandwich is fairly big so I'm taking half home with me. The house made dressing on the side salad is soooo good. When I return next week for my 2nd visit I'm going with a whole salad. I love the basil pesto aioli on the panini. I knew I wanted a coffee drink but couldn't decide on what to get. I told the very kind gentleman behind the counter that this was my first time visiting. He said ... "let me make you a Latte with a flavor of your choice. We make good Lattes here". So I took his suggestion and went with a caramel Latte. I'm so glad I did. It was crafted perfectly and look how pretty it is. I mean come on :) Heading back next week .. and the week after ... and probably the week after that :) read more
3 years ago
The food at Cafe Fili, O.M.Goodness! Please, get into this!! Delicious is most definitely an understatement! Arguably one of the best meals I have eaten in 2020 and coming from a foodie such as myself, that is saying a lot! I found Cafe Fili through a "sandwich takeout" search on Yelp. I ordered immediately once a saw the menu. I have a special place in my heart for Mediterranean and this restaurant has moved to the top of my list! The chicken was seasoned and cooked perfectly. Both dishes were bursting with flavor! After I devoured my meal, I didn't feel heavy, rather I was satisfyingly full! Highly considering circling back to try some of their other dishes for dinner. Get here today, like right now! Drop whatever you're doing and make your way over to Cafe Fili! read more
Very inviting cafe, bright and open and comfortable. Although the service model is order and pick up drinks at the counter and have food brought to you, it's more of a proper restaurant than a coffee shop/cafe, and so I wouldn't say it's a good place to camp out and work, but lots of seats have outlets available if you need to charge anything. They serve brunch food with a Mediterranean and French influence. The fridge of packaged drinks focuses on local brands which is cool. Friendly and helpful staff. I came for lunch and had the Falafel Grain Bowl, the Mascarpone Chocolate Amaretto Cream dessert cup, and a Fili Tea Latte (just a butterfly pea flower latte). Everything was outstanding! The falafel bowl was fresh and all of the individual components were seasoned well - very flavourful. Basically every part of the bowl was notably good. Generous portion, enough for a hearty meal (not a super-sized American portion though; totally normal for one person). The dessert was also delicious. It was like a mascarpone mousse with a chocolate amaretto sauce on the bottom. The chocolate sauce had a great authentic taste and you could really taste the amaretto. The crunchy topping had an interesting flavour and I'm not sure what it was (could have been just amaretto) but it was very tasty! Normally butterfly pea flower drinks are really mild but their take had a more concentrated flavour which was nice for a change. I'm sure it was mostly the vanilla syrup helping to bring that out, but they definitely also use a high quality tea powder. The prices on everything are completely reasonable. For the bowl, I've definitely seen similar meals for a significantly steeper price, so I actually feel like I got a pretty good value which is not something I can often say at a modern urban brunch place like this! From my one visit, it seems like this is a really nice place on every front and I would recommend it for plenty of occasions - a casual brunch (or even dinner since they're open late) with a date or small group, or just a relaxed meal on your own. read more
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This place is phenomenal! Everything is so fresh and delicious. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. PLUS they have delicious baklava AND various delicious desserts (they look like ones in a cooking competition). Definitely highly recommend! read more
I was impressed by the menu here, breakfast and lunch. The coffee and cocktail menu both look very well thought out. The Turkish scrambler was delicious and the perfect sized portion. I look forward to going back for lunch! read more
Food is pretty solid. I got the american scramble and the short rib panini (all for me har har) and the panini was pretty solid. Got that noice crunchy munchy for me to gobble on. Service was good too, you just order at the front desk, they give you a number and you sit. They also got wah tah so you don't need to ask them. Straight guzzling mode Small note: it seems like a great place to do work but they had notes around the cafe saying to limit dining to 45m during busy times so it might not be a great place to get work done during the heavy traffic hours. Overall though it seems to be good since they got plugz read more
4 years ago
I used to love this restaurant but have found they've become pretty inconsistent with quality. The Caesar salad used to be made with kale (it's still listed with kale on the menu) but now they use romaine even though the price has increased by $2 (it used to be $11 with kale now it's $13 with romaine). I don't mind the price, I think it's fair for a salad and this salad has a super tasty dressing. My issue is that half the time you'll get nice romaine, and half the time you'll get nothing but gross watery stumps with a few anemic leaves like we did today. I hope they get this figured out because I love this place and want to continue supporting them but I also feel like I'm playing salad roulette every time I go there. Edit: bumping this up from 3 stars to 4. I messaged Fili on their Instagram and Chyno responded immediately and gave us a discount on our next meal as a way to make it up. Really appreciate the swift handling of this issue and I'll modify this review with my upcoming experience there. read more
5 years ago
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816 Cathedral St
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Mount Vernon
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Does the restaurant take reservations for lunch?
We do not take formal reservations. For larger parties we can reserve the communal table. Just give us a call!
Is this the type of cafe where I can do work during the day?
Gets kinda busy with all tables taken. I haven't felt comfortable lingering for long periods of time.
Would this venue be able to fit 40 people comfortably for a networking event?
Absolutely it would. The owner is a superb guy. Always friendly and accommodating. He has a great staff and the place is always super clean
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