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    The Roaster Cafe

    3.7 (239 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Fresh Caprese Panini
    MeMe B.

    I purchased a vegan veggie bowl, caprese panini and crispy chicken sandwich. The portions are pretty small. The side of fries that came with the sandwich could actually be counted : ) The food was fresh, not overly flavored and has a homemade quality. Prices are a bit high for the amount you receive. They offer an assortment of pastries and a wide range of beverages including Turkish and Japanese teas and coffee. The establishment has a fairly large and varied menu. I can appreciate the numerous vegan and gluten free options offered by the restaurant.

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    Richard S.

    Been there, done that. I've been curious about this place for a while so finally stopped in for breakfast. I will not be going back. The atmosphere was awesome so I really wanted to like it. I ordered a coffee which was so horrific that exchanged for a cafe au lait. I love strong coffee and bitter coffee but this was not drinkable. To eat I ordered the egg white wrap. It was ok but the seasoning was way too strong and there was no mention of it on the menu. Service was trying to be ok, but they kept checking in what felt like every two minutes and were not very friendly. Far too many better alternatives in the area, not sure how they have lasted so long.

    Mizan R.

    top tier breakfast brunch and everything good eats quality and service too. it's cozy inside and they sell a lot of other things besides food from th menu there's desserts and other stuff to take home. it's a gem.

    Oatmeal, Chai Tea Lattes, and avocado Smashed Avocado Toast with eggs
    Kristie P.

    Cutest little cafe! Had a post-workout brunch here and no complaints. The dirty chai was yummy (and huge!), and I very much enjoyed my avocado toast. My friend had the oatmeal with fruits and it also looked nice. Service was fast and the manager (I think) was super nice and checked in on us. Not sure about these bad reviews, it's such a cute little small business!!

    Matcha Latte with oat milk and the chunky mozzarella sticks.
    Bleu T.

    We came in to the cafe to fuel up after visiting the Harbor Island beach. Our waitress was warm and attentive, took our orders swiftly and food was served in 10 minutes. One of the cookies we ordered had a strong cheese smell, thought that was interesting. The mozzarella sticks were warm and chunky, kids enjoyed them very much. The service was attentive throughout the whole time, when a patron alerted my son who was waiting that one of the restrooms was out of order, the staff immediately came to repair.

    Sunny Side Breakfast Bowl
    Tara W.

    This is now officially my favorite brunch stop. We have yet to find anything on the menu that is not fabulous!

    Buttermilk Pancakes
    Jani M.

    I visited the Roaster Cafe with my sister for brunch and coffee. It is a tight indoor establishment, but they offer outdoor seating when the weather is nice. I ordered the Turkish Coffee and Buttermilk pancakes. The coffee was strong and delicious. They used the perfect amount of milk, and it was not too sweet. The pancakes were beautifully displayed and very good. The staff was extremely friendly. I would go back to try different items off their menu. They have so many options to choose from. I kept it simple for my first visit, but I would love to try other items off the menu. Before I left, I purchased a bar of Dubai Chocolate, and I was a 10/10. I am excited to go back!

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    Spencer K.

    If I was going to take the 7:04am train from GCT to Mamaroneck to meet a colleague for breakfast I Was hoping this place was worth the trip. Luckily, I can say that it was. The standard drip coffee was very good, and the breakfast selections on the menu were quite deep. I settled in on a Turkish breakfast and I'm very happy that I did. The service was friendly, the food was tasty, the tables spaced far apart. If I needed to be back in mamaroneck I would certainly give this place a go.

    The meal and service were outstanding in every way!! And the Ambiance was so comforting and cozy.

    I like the way how the light are made out of jars. I like the purple and blue cups. And I love the pancakes! - my 5 year old daughter.

    Eugenio L.

    We were here on account of the Westchester Turkish mothers online group. It was a brunch get together. The place is not big inside. Tables are small. In order to accomodate the large group tables had to be placed side by side. The ambiance is cozy. Now on to the food. Food was fresh. We had Simit, which if you are not familiar with, is basically a pretzel, but instead of salt on it it's loaded with sesame seeds. And it's not shaped like a pretzel, instead it's circular and round. I had a donor kabab in a wrap without onions and it was pretty good. Overall, I recommend it for a small group with maximum 4 people. Service was okay if a bit impersonal. Also the outdoor space is great for warmer weather with charming tables set out on the sidewalk and parts of the street that are blocked off from car traffic.

    Perfect way to end a meal
    Polly H.

    I found the interior of the cafe beautiful. The leafs draped over the signage. The cute tables filled with wine corks and coffee beans. Even if you were not sure if it was good or not, there is a demand for this cafe of amazing brunch and lunch options. They have decent on the small side portions, but that's okay for me. I don't need a lot of food, but if you are hoping for something big, I don't recommend this spot. Now, I found my meal was awesome. I had a handful of potato wedges and a high pile of fresh salad already tossed with dressing. Yes, the food was amazing. I had an avocado mediterranean panini. It was filled with fresh avocado. So yummy! It is true. I brought my whole family and my mom and dad are super picky, but they enjoyed their sandwiches (Italian chicken pesto panini and the lamb gyro). My mom's lamb gyro arrived with Tztziki on the side with cucumbers inside. She loved it! My dad had Italian chicken which was so melty in your mouth good. My hubby had the chicken caesar salad and it was light and delicious, not too salty. Just right. Strong Turkish coffee. Dark, rich and magical. My kid ordered the acai bowl, and he said it was cold and soothing. Downside: I agree with some of Yelpers, a couple of servers aren't warm. Now, I'm from Brooklyn, so I know all about less than welcoming service. I also acknowledge that being a waiter or a waitress is a tough job where it is hard to make the bills. I had a couple of waitresses at Roaster Cafe. One who was super helpful and another one who greeted us who was having a bad mood. I try to be understanding, because everyone is going through something hard, yet we might still have to work. Life is hard, but we don't have to add on top of their tough day. It's just something that I noticed. Plus, we got all our food and nothing was missing. We were taken cared of. It was just not bubbly or super delirious smiles. That's all. I would still recommend visiting here for the freshness and deliciousness factor of the panini/sandwiches and cute adorable ambience!

    Eggs over greens. Fresh, healthy and delicious.
    Elizabeth S.

    Had a lovely brunch at Roaster's with two friends, and can't decide whether I liked the food or the service better! Our server had a great sense of humor; made great suggestions when we asked for them, and kept us happily caffeinated throughout. The place was crowded, but we didn't feel rushed in the slightest. I had one of the bowls -- sunnyside up eggs over greens and brussels sprouts. Couldn't have been fresher or more delicious. My only reason for rating it 4 rather than 5 stars is I've only been there once and had one dish; I am sure after I return I will have a 5th start to pop in. Looking forward to the next time!

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    Great coffee and a very cozy atmosphere. The staff were friendly and welcoming. A perfect place to relax or get some work done

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    Great Ambiance with an amazing selection of food. You could eat here all day :) They have amazing coffee and friendly service :)))

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    Not small. Yes!

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    I've been here a few times. And I love everything here!…read more I love the appetizers, entrees, drinks, desserts, etc.! The ambiance here and the service is amazing too. I highly recommend the bread, the dipping sauces, the chicken, vegetables, and dessert! I can't wait to come back here again soon and try more of their food options. Everything I tried was delicious and very fresh.

    Hospitality is a lot about how you treat your customers. Its the energy, the manners, the vibe, the…read morehuman connection. Sad to say, after being loyal customers, this place turned us off tonight permanently. I placed a large anniversary dinner order by phone, including tahdig ($12). During the call, I specifically asked if the rice came with tomato and onion and was told no it comes with the tahdig that I ordered. So yes it comes with the order. I was also asked whether I wanted the gheymeh on top or on the side of the tahdig. I chose on the side. When I got home, the order didn't match what was discussed: The tahdig wasn't traditional rice tahdig like me or my wife have had countless times. It was more like this brownish, sheet-like, crumble with a few flecks of rice on the crumble, but not crispy. Not Persian tahdig. The gheymeh was missing entirely, despite being discussed on the call. The tomato and onion that I was told were included were not there. The fesenjan had only a few pieces of chicken. The ghormeh sabzi was okay, but pretty underwhelming in flavor. I called politely to clarify about the missing tahdig (for next time) and was told someone would call me back. No one did. When I called again an hour later, the same person who took my original order responded in a dismissive and accusatory tone, unilaterally escalating her tone and voice immediately, almost angrily accusing me of daring to call, and told me that the tahdig does not come with gheymeh, and tomato and onion aren't included either. (This is the opposite of what I was told when ordering). She repeatedly interrupted me, talking over me, instead of listening or trying to resolve the issue. We've been coming here since moving from Southern California a few years ago, whenever we felt homesick and wanted some Persian food. The food has always been....OK....nothing like Persian restaurants in Toronto or Southern California, but we continued ordering out of nostalgia and lack of other options. However, this experience today, incorrect information, missing items, no follow-up, and then, the way the situation was handled was our final turn off. Disappointing, especially for what was meant to be a special occasion. We won't be returning, nor will our visiting Persian family or friends.

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