Skip it--bring your own coffee to the library. The café looks very appealing, and what could be better than a book with a cup of coffee and a pastry or candy? Unfortunately, this isn't the case. The service is super slow, though friendly, and the quality of the beverages is disappointing. Even the presentation is underwhelming--the coffee is served so hot that you can't take a sip, and the thin plastic cup makes it easy to burn your hands. I hope they improve because the location and concept are perfect. read more

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Very sweet owner and nice homemade drinks/food. Would definitely recommend this to anyone in the area

Nice library atmosphere with the tables, as well as with food selection. Additionally, the wraps are unique. The bread tastes special, like Malawah bread, I think. The meat was specially seasoned. Additionally, the staff were friendly. read more

Great lovely lady working there. I love the falafel wrap. The meat wrap was a but tough for my liking but I always try and stop in when I'm there. read more

I just grabbed lunch at the tiny Fika Cafe locTed inside the Burlingame Public Library. The chicken on my wrap has a delicious seasoning (cumin? Nutmeg?), and the hummus added a creamy note. I love the woman who owns the cafe too, she is so nice. I don't know how she offers such great variety from the tiniest kitchen on earth. This is definitely a hidden gem. read more

Tiny tiny cafe at the back of the library with bold flavors. The sweet owners make everything from scratch, including the lasagna, falafel, and baklava. Would highly recommend the wraps (the green sauce is fire). They have a few seats inside but also have to-go options. Love these guys! read more

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I have very mixed feelings about this cafe. For starters, the coffee was pretty good. I got an iced oat milk latte, which is what I always get at coffee shops. Wasn't outstanding, but wasn't bad either, but I do think it was slightly overpriced. However, the main thing I've seen about this cafe is the waffles, which was what I was really excited for because waffles are one of my favourite foods. When we got the waffles, they were presented beautifully and had a nice golden colour. To our disappointment, the texture was abysmal. The flavour of the waffle itself was fine, but the texture was extremely doughy and chewy, not crispy and fluffy as expected. Overall, not bad, would try again if they improve their recipe. read more

Love this little cafe inside the library. Coffee is strong and baklava is homemade! Sometimes I come here just for that and enjoy it upstairs on the balcony. Places is ran by a husband and wife and are the sweetest people. read more

Awesome Turkish coffee! The best I have had in the area. Strongly recommend it. Great people as well.

Every review is spot on. Food is off the charts delicious. Lady who runs the cafe is just a complete charm and what a find. Everything freshly made and so scrumptious and healthy no garbage. Turkish coffee was excellent. Total find. read more

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I have just discovered Fika Cafe located in the Burlingame Public Library. Last night I ordered a falafel sandwich and lentil soup. It was so good that I am back today. What makes it good is the chef, Ghada, cooks from scratch using and mixing spices such as mint, turmeric, green onion. She does not use any canned products, all is freshly prepared whole food. She's also friendly and happy that her customers like her food. She offers a variety of teas which complements her food. This hidden gem is worth coming to the library to try even if you are not coming to read a book. read more

This was so good, I couldn't believe this was a library cafe! Best falafel sandwich I've ever had, and everything seems to be handmade by the owner. I'll have to remember this place even when I'm not visiting the library. read more

Stopped to pick up kids books from the Foundation bookstore and stayed for the cafe. What a hidden gem! Delicious Swedish and Turkish coffees, Schwarma wraps, and endless books and natural light to eat, sip, and read. I recommend the house special kebab read more

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Cute cafe inside the library. I think they are Greek since they already have baklava. Always friendly quick service and the prices are not high as I would think it would be. They are actually very inexpensive. If you want to get amp'd have the Turkish coffee. read more

Savoring made-from-scratch, smokey, super smooth baba ganoush and authentic Turkish coffee INSIDE the gorgeous Burlingame Library... Isn't this beautifully served too? Notice the sprinkling of sumac & walnuts. Delicious. read more

Fika Cafe - a plate of food and a cup of coffee - Cafes Near Me - Burlingame, California

Great little cafe inside of the Burlingame Library. They have American food as well as Middle Eastern/Turkish food. The baklava and Turkish coffee are my faves. My friend loves their hot chocolate. (They have a hot chocolate machine from Italy- fancy!) The family that runs the place is really sweet. Nice, quiet place to read a book and eat lunch. read more

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This cafe is one of my favorite places to get coffee in Burlingame! They serve Swedish and Turkish coffee along with pastries and light snacks. Everything is plated beautifully; you can pick your coffee cup and food comes on a metal platter. It's quiet and usually not crowded. Great for an afternoon coffee alone or with a friend. read more

Fika Cafe - Two Swedish coffees, a Greek cheese pie and a lady heart pastry. - Cafes Near Me - Burlingame, California

This tiny cafe inside the library was a lovely surprise! I had a Turkish coffee, and it came out in a cute tiny china cup on an ornate platter. Way exceeded what I'd imagined from a library cafe:-) I've clearly been going to the wrong libraries all my life.. read more

On point. Delicious and charming service. Awesome hummus!!! Love that it's in our neighborhood library

Had an amazing veggie lasagna and tired a Greek cheese pie for the first time. The food was a great price and tasted amazing. The lady working there is so sweet and gave us a background on the coffee and food we ate. read more

A cute cafe tucked into the corner of the Burlingame Public Library. My kids love to grab chips and chocolate milk and I enjoy the dolmas and coffee. They have regular coffee and turkish style. The lady that works there is so sweet. read more

Tiny little cafe tucked inside the first floor of the Burlingame Public Library. The library is beautiful and worth a visit on it's own, but I digress. Popped by today and they had homemade honey citron ginger tea for $3.50. Infinitely better than what you'll get from store-bought dried teas, and less expensive than David's Tea down the street. Highly recommend! Friendly service, too. read more

Best Turkish coffee eveaaa..... falafel sandwich is to die for hummus to go ohhh... the creamiest I've ever had....

How have I missed sitting down and enjoying this gem of gems? I have been visiting the library at least once a week forever, and until the other day, I paid no attention to this little place. My husband and I ordered Turkish coffee that was made in a real Turkish coffee maker and served in beautiful English china cups. Not only was the coffee superb, we enjoyed the delicious serenity (as opposed to the rave-like atmosphere of places like Joe and the Juice, et al). Delightful owner/cook/barista/hostess, as warm and genuine as they come, consummately friendly without being overbearing. Can't wait to go back and try the lentil soup and the baklava and the many other homemade-with-love-and-an-artist's-touch treats. read more

The library is an awesome place to hang out and they now have this cafe. They have tables so you can actually eat at and drink in the library - unlike the old days. They also have sparkling water which I love and snacks to keep your blood sugar up. The library has very comfortable chairs so after I am done I can go sit there or pick up a book. Best of all no lines! Good alternative to Peets (It is on the same street.) read more

You won't meet a nicer proprietor (Ghada) or enjoy better coffee (Swedish and Turkish) and baklava than you will at Fika Café. The coffee was served in lovely china on a decorative copper tray and the baklava had just the right amount of sweetness. My husband and I can't wait to return so we can try the salads, sandwiches, and wraps. read more

I was so excited when I found out they were openings a cafe in the library since I'm there very often with my daughter. Now I just went there for the first time and the lady who owns it is so sweet. She even gave me a few samples of coffee and pastry. After that I bought a sandwich and a cup of their Swedish coffee and they were delicious. read more

I love coming here on my way home from work or on the weekends. They serve sandwiches, coffee and little sweets as well. I usually go for a Turkish coffee (they let you pick out your cup!) and a baklava. The shop keeper is always very kind and nice to talk with. Just another reason to come to the Burlingame Library! read more

Can't say enough good things about this gem of a café. The food is homemade and delicious. And Ghada, the woman who runs it with her husband, is a complete delight. Like a comfort food, the entire experience of chatting with Ghada, ordering and watching her serve it up, and then relishing the homemade wraps, lentil soup, hummus, baklava, Turkish coffee or whatever, is like hanging out in your grandmother's kitchen. I often stop by the library just to enjoy a snack or a meal. Unbelievable! Btw don't know how Yelp determines the $$$ rating, but the confections here range from $2 to about $10. Very reasonable. read more

Amazing chicken wrap. Hot, fresh and yummy. Perfect snack while studying. Would come in for food even if I wasn't studying at the library. They also have fresh Indian chai. They have lots of other options for food and even cater. Looking forward to trying everything. read more

This cafe is such a great addition to the library. The falafel wraps are excellent, the baklava is to die for, and the lentil soup is also fantastic. The lady who runs the cafe is the sweetest and my kids love to go there. read more

The food is fresh and authentic. I can't get enough of the hummus. Ghada and Selyman are super sweet. The Turkish coffee is served in lovely China. All around, this place is a great spot for lunch or a sweet treat and some coffee. read more

Sooooo good! Good food in a library?! Where would you ever find that? But I have tried everything they have, and it was always beyond expectation. The lentil soup is absolutely delicious. The beef kabob wrap and falafel wap are delicious. And I keep coming back and back and back again for their baklava. And their Indian Chia. Such sweet treats while working in the library. They also have mini beef wrap, mini spinach wrap (just $2 each), which is perfect for a savory treat. Love the service. Reasonably priced. read more

Best falafel wrap in town. Not a huge fan of cheese and not a fan of baklava but the cheese baklava/pastry is incredible. Everyone there is nicer than anyone in your family. read more