Such a gem! We found this restaurant completely randomly while exploring New York and New Jersey with our little family, and I'm so glad we did! It has such a cute, cozy, family-owned feel to it. The service was amazing from the moment we walked in. Our waiter was so kind and she was very welcoming, which made the experience even better. The food tasted so fresh and delicious, and everything was made with care and love. Honestly, this ended up being our favorite breakfast spot from our whole trip! Even my son, who is known for leaving leftovers, finished his entire meal! That alone says a lot! He says this is his favorite breakfast he's ever had . And we are a family that loves to eat and try new rood and restaurants. From the East Coast to the West. The restaurant was also very clean, and I loved the simple but well-rounded menu. Sometimes you don't need a huge menu with a million choices--just good, fresh food and great service, and this place definitely delivered. Such a wonderful little find. We would absolutely come back if we can! read more

Cafe Talya - I ordered the Turkish platter, left side Greek Omelette, and in front my husband ordered the NJ Omelette. - Cafes Near Me - Bayonne, New Jersey

Excellent service, excellent meals. Low key setting, down to the disposable cutlery, but did not disappoint. We had the Turkish breakfast plus short stack pancakes, regular coffee and Turkish coffee . Everything was well prepared and the flavor combination makes the Turkish breakfast a must. The French toast came highly recommended by our server. It had a great orange hint which paired with the Turkish coffee, elevated the experience. read more

Cafe Talya - Turkish breakfast and short stack French toast - Cafes Near Me - Bayonne, New Jersey

- fantastic service - very delicious pancakes - I liked the reeses - blueberry was good also - potatoes or good - sautéed vegetables are amazing - loved the Turkish coffee - loved the turkish sausage read more

Turkish breakfast and French toast are delicious! Doesn't get too busy which I appreciate as it is good for a slow morning.

Quaint neighborhood spot with Turkish-American breakfast options and unique coffee. The breakfast was decent for the price. The Turkish coffee packed a punch. Staff were very friendly. The Cezanne breakfast was alright. The bread was soggy and the spinach was slimy. The bacon was very crispy though. The classic breakfast eggs were quite rubbery. The interior is small and humble. Plastic utensils and bottled water are provided to go along with each order. Street parking is available. Expect to pay $13-18 per dish. read more

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Pretty busy for a Wednesday Morning and even though it appeared to be a one man operation we were served fast! I tried the Turkish breakfast platter which was a lot of food but so good! This is our second time eating here and it was just as good as the first time. great customer service! read more

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Cafe Talya is a hidden gem. The service was great... the coffee mug stayed full and the breakfast was quick and delicious. The owner seemed to be running the place by himself taking order and cooking up on the grill. The place was cozy and different to a lot of other breakfast spots. Definitely worth the stop. read more

Cafe Talya - Entrance - Cafes Near Me - Bayonne, New Jersey

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Amazing place i go to every time I'm near and im hungry.. Food is a solid 8.5/10, the place itself is cozy, and the staff are doing great. The prices are a little bit over the top though.. read more

We will go back for pancakes! Food wasn't bad but it was way too salty for us. However, service here is crazy good. Our waitress is crazy quick! She's a star. Pancakes were so amazing, a nice amount of fluff and big! read more

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An adorable place to get lunch or breakfast, the food is delicious and cooked right in front of you. The owners are incredibly nice and the service is great. I would highly recommend this cozy local spot for their fresh OJ and their omelettes. read more

Cafe Talya - Omelettes and Silver Dollar Pancakes - Cafes Near Me - Bayonne, New Jersey

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Visited here for the first time today and wow was I impressed. I was greeted by two of the staff who were friendly and knew their customers. Cafe Talya is a small and cozy spot; it's the hospitality plus the delicious menu items that'll keep you coming back! My friend ordered the french toast and I ordered the vegetarian omelet which came with breakfast potatoes and toast. I also ordered a cup of freshly squeezed orange juice as I always have too! Our food came out pretty quick and the portions? Huge for the price! My omelet was cooked to perfection and the breakfast potatoes were crispy. My friend loved her french toast as it came with fruit and whipped cream. I love spots like this and I can't believe I didn't visit sooner. They love their customers and greet each one with a smile. They knew majority by name too. Will be back! read more

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I've eaten here a couple of times over the years and I am always happy with the food and service. The menu has all of the usual diner fare, and a few surprises like the Turkish breakfast. My mushroom and cheddar omelette was very good, including the potatoes; I particularly like that they automatically serve jam with toast. There are not many tables so there usually is a wait, but it goes quick. Service is fast and very warm/friendly so I am bumping up to five stars. read more

Cafe Talya - Mushroom and cheese omlette - Cafes Near Me - Bayonne, New Jersey

Food is absolutely delicious but prices are a little too steep for what you get. Service is hit or miss.

We first ordered take-out from Cafe Tayla a few months back and were hooked! My husband and son have been to Cafe Talya a few times since after hockey practice at Bayonne HS and raved each time about it. So finally I got to sit down to this most excellent food for myself this past weekend. I ordered the original French toast with strawberries and it did not disappoint! So light with just the right touch of cinnamon. Bacon I ordered was crisp and delicious, not greasy at all. My son devoured two orders of silver dollar pancakes and my husband enjoyed his burger and fries. The cafe is small but cozy and inviting. The servers are so friendly and accommodating. We cannot wait to go back. Oh, and the prices are just right too! read more

Cafe Talya - Silver dollar pancakes, burger and fries, original French toast with strawberries and bacon - Cafes Near Me - Bayonne, New Jersey

Our favorite breakfast spot. The food is always fresh! The owner is impressive. He cooks all the food perfectly. Nothing is ever burnt even when it gets busy unlike other eateries. And Lily, the waitress is amazing. She manages all the orders and is forever pleasant and polite. Cafe Talya is such a great place from the food to the staff. read more

The service was amazing. My son and I walked in and chef told us it was only him working so it would be a 20-30 min wait. Which we didn't mind because there were good reviews so we stayed. We waited and it wasn't too long but it was definitely worth the wait. We got the breakfast platter and the Nutella pancakes. Food was so good !!!!! Chef was amazing and even offered us coffee on our way out. Will definitely be coming back ! read more

Bacon, egg, and cheese was really delicious. Prices were reasonable for the portion size. Would definitely go back again.

Doesn't look like much when you walk in, but the place is awesome the food is terrific a bit pricey though but well worth it, the food is great, a little pricy tho, prices could be Lower . Please is very clean. read more

Such a hidden gem in Bayonne. Great food, great staff, small space but always accommodating. This is hands down our favorite place to grab breakfast in the area. read more

Cafe Talya - Cafes Near Me - Bayonne, New Jersey

Food is good especially the breakfast. But the prices are extremely high it's a hole in the wall luncheonette charging fancy brunch restaurant prices. read more

This is like walking into the home of a really great cook and being served something delicious. All breakfast items are great. But my real treat is if they have made soup. One day I saw they had fresh lentil soup and OMG I couldn't get enough. Give these lovely hard-working folks your business! read more

Back in the day, Cafe Talya provided an all-around excellent experience, with great food served and prepared by friendly people who took pride in their work. I was pleasantly surprised to find it available via Uber Eats and once more I opted for the Turkish breakfast, which feels almost mandatory for a first-timer. Though I hope to return for the in-person feeling, the spicy sausage, eggs, potatoes and diverse side items were just as good, and everything was meticulously packed, even the iced tea. read more

I don't go to Bayonne New Jersey very often so I relied on Yelp to find a great spot for breakfast. Luckily the other reviews were spot on and I had a great experience. The owners Rebecca and her husband who is the chef the experience were great. Bayonne is a simple blue collar town so there is nothing fancy about the restaurant. What was important was the food and the service and that was AWESOME!!!! You cannot teach how to be nice to people and everyone that works there show they care. It's genuine, real and they have regulars that eat there daily. The prices are very fair and if you stick to the menu you can have a great breakfast for under $10! We had a few different dishes which started with the French Toast. This is either grilled or pan fried and was fantastic. I had the classic breakfast and substituted egg whites for the sunny side up eggs. It includes toast, breakfast potatoes, and smoked beef sausage. We also had the Cezanne breakfast which had sunny side eggs, breakfast potatoes, smoked beef sausage and a baguette. They will accommodate you by allowing you to substitute certain items for others if they can.I saw other people ordering the pancakes and they looked great as well. All the dishes have a nice presentation and as the kitchen is right in your face you can see the care and detail the chef puts into even a simple order of pancakes which is about $6. They have breakfast sandwiches and also serve lunch. The size of all the portions are very fair and should satisfy anyone. I would highly recommend this restaurant and I left there with a great feeling for the rest of my day. If I'm near Bayonne I will definitely go back. read more

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Food and service are excellent. I'm always greeted with a hello , feels For a relaxed atmosphere and food is prepared and served quickly and always delicious. read more

Good breakfast! The people were nice and the food was great! Recommend this spot for a morning breakfast.

Cute breakfast spot, parking can be a challenge but their Turkish breakfast plate is delightful to the palate and I'm a fan of their banana pancakes. read more

on my way to Costco for some cheaper gas prices, i wanted to find a place that served no-frills kind of breakfast foods. i didn't need $22 chicken and waffles. hell no. i found this place on Yelp- mapped it out and voila! nearby a Costco. off the bat, the luncheonette greeted us with laughs, fun talks and the older gentlemen sitting at the counter talking sh!t to their grandkids made me smile a great deal. again, no-frills, the menu is very straight forward and uncomplicated. i ordered a Turkish coffee along with a breakfast platter. i love that it's so cozy that you can hear the cooks' joking around with each other and the owner who takes the orders couldn't be more accommodating and funny. def a neighborhood spot. read more

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Great food and wonderful service. Everyone was kind and super accommodating. Would definitely visit again if I'm in the neighborhood.

It's not everyday that you encounter a restaurant that is consistent! Cafe Talya delivers in all fronts. Flavors are on point, fresh ingredients, and great delivery. I've never stepped into the restaurant but I am sure it's equally as great! read more

Cafe Talya - Western Omelet - Cafes Near Me - Bayonne, New Jersey

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Delicious breakfast, eaten at lunchtime. Bacon crisp, eggs creamy. I'll go back again. read more

Cafe Talya - Banana Walnut Pancakes - Cafes Near Me - Bayonne, New Jersey

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This is a cute little place with very good food. The owners are very nice and accommodating

What a gem this place is! Usually when you find a place with 5 stars review, you owe it to yourself to go experience it for yourself. Of course, I am always a bit skeptical of any 5 stars place..is it worth the hype?! YES! Absolutely, YES! This is a no frill, little cafe tucked at the corner of West 49th and Ave B. As soon as you walk in, you are greeted with the friendly ladies. It full of good vibes and delicious food. We both ordered the Turkish Breakfast, which was simple, but delicious! Comes in 2 plates, 1 with 2 eggs, potatoes & sausage, a bit spicy, which I loved! The 2nd plate has crispy bread surrounded by little plates of feta, tomatoes, olives, butter, walnuts, jam/marmalade..what a fun way to sample different sides. If you are ever around the area, definitely grab a bite here! You will leave with a big smile on your face like I did :) read more

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A hidden gem; One of my favorite places in town; Worthy of a 5 star review. The French Toast is killer. read more

We decided to try a new breakfast place, and saw the reviews on Yelp. We live in bayonne and didn't know this place existed. We waited a little over 30 minutes, because space is limited, but it was worth the wait. Service was excellent and the food was even better. Price was reasonable, can't wait to come back! read more

Cafe Talya - Turkish breakfast platter - Cafes Near Me - Bayonne, New Jersey

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AWESOME food, service & value!! We stopped by after a day of enjoying Liberty State Park on 55 degree day in December. The menu had lunch selections to please all age groups. The burgers, chicken sandwiches, Caesar salad (with grilled chicken) & (yes) chocolate chip pancakes were great. The grilled cheese with tomato & bacon as well as the chicken were exceptional... Yum. Friendly service. Looking for a great informal breakfast, brunch or lunch spot? Look no further than this Bayonne gem! read more

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Great little place, lots of love behind the counter. Waiting for your Turkish coffee to be made in the little copper pot on the stove is torture! It's not something I crave everyday, but when you want a sweet jolt it fits the bill. The blueberry pancakes are terrific, lots of fresh vegetables (tons of ripe, red peppers) in the Western omelet, the fresh oj is great. Only quibble I have is that the home fries are deep fried, not done on a flat top. I look forward to having some of the ethnic Turkish food going forward. And can you put a price on having the local Elvis impersonator sitting down alongside you? Edited to add-Another plus, I visited the restroom today to wash my hands-and it was spotless! read more

Cafe Talya - Western omelet, home fries, wheat toast. Yum! - Cafes Near Me - Bayonne, New Jersey

I'm hesitant to call this modern American diner in Bayonne out as a must visit. It is a small place with patient gracious service that can hold about 15 patrons at most. But good food done well is increasingly becoming a rarity. Be assured, this is fantastic food at reasonable prices. Pancakes - $6.95. What? Affordable. 3 cakey, spongey pancakes perfect for sopping up maple syrup and butter. They have a texture to them that is structured and grippy, full of bite. Singing high praises for these and I'm not, *I'm not* a person who typically orders pancakes. Definitely will be coming back for these. Pure maple syrup is $2 extra and is served in a glass maple leaf bottle. Ambiance - I hear the butter spatter from pans in my seat at the bar. The distinct sound of a plug-in radio, cracking and popping. Unsweetened ice tea is served ceremoniously with a spoon and jug of sugar. These are things we don't see anymore. Harmoniously, the washed out light green provides a backdrop. To come have breakfast at Cafe Talya is to take a step back in time to the 1970's. Seriously. I don't know enough about the backstory, but I'll be back. As long as no one finds out about this place and tries to speed up time. Highly recommend. read more

Cafe Talya - Worth it - Cafes Near Me - Bayonne, New Jersey

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SO many delicious vegan options!! - Vegan Pancakes - Lentil Soup - Oatmeal - Breakfast Potatoes - Roasted Veggies read more

Cafe Talya - SO many delicious vegan options!! - Vegan Pancakes - Lentil Soup - Oatmeal - Breakfast Potatoes - Roasted Veggies - Cafes Near Me - Bayonne, New Jersey

I've been here twice and have nothing but good things to say about this little restaurant. Yes, this place is quite small and you may have to wait a little for a table, but I haven't had to wait more than 15 min or so. Plus the waitresses are very friendly and attentive and make sure to get orders moving. I've ordered the Turkish breakfast for both of my visits here...I can't stay away! You get two runny sunny side up eggs, sausage, and potatoes. Then a separate plate with two large pieces of toasted bread along with several small samples of walnuts, dried fruit, cheese, jams, olives, tomatoes, and butter. Everything is so flavorful and ridiculously inexpensive. During this particular visit my friend ordered the french toast which is deep fried and melt in your mouth delicious. I've also tried their fresh squeezed orange juice and pumpkin spice coffee (seasonal)...yum! I will be back to try other items on the menu...but don't miss out on that Turkish breakfast! read more

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Cute little cafe. Went in for breakfast. Served fairly quickly and delicious meal. Great service overall.