I have been coming here about once a month. The waitress/hostess Osheen, is always welcoming. The food is always consistently good! The music is playing at the right volume @ Love this place! read more

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This the kind of place that resets your standards. Y'all treated me very well with this one. After eating here, I found myself judging every spot that followed like, "Mm... no. That's not how they did it at Zaca." The ambiance is a perfect reflection of Bed-Stuy-African/Afro-inspired art, warm colors, real character. It feels like your Auntie's dining room in the best way: intimate, cozy, and full of soul. Seating is snug (I can see it getting tight during peak hours), but when I went it was relaxed and inviting. There's even a little outdoor space if you want to eat with the city humming around you. Now let's talk about the hospitality because who says you can't get it in NY? Miss V-my waitress- was everything. Attentive and effortlessly on point. The food is made to order, which matters, because this is a conversation place. A linger a little, laugh a little, feel at home kind of spot for us. Welcoming, local, and full of personality. But that food??? Honey... hush. HOT!!!!! Fresh, flavorful, and cooked with intention. The kind of meal that has you quiet at the table for a second because you need to focus. Every bite made sense. They know what they're doing up in there!!! This place is a gem. Comfortable, soulful, and confidently good. I left full, happy, and slightly offended there isn't one of these in Texas. I'll absolutely be back. Wait for me Zaca!! read more

Zaca Cafe - Fish, Fries, cheesy grits, ham and egg bagel, in house sauces, chai latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I visited this place back in the summer and have been meaning to write this review. I ordered a turkey burger and fries. Honestly, it was ok. The presentation was nice but the overall taste was missing distinctive flavors that would have brought it altogether. Also, the service was lackluster. Maybe I'll go back if I'm in the area, but overall, I don't think that item is the best of what they can do, especially based on overall reviews. I liked the rustic feel of the place but the chairs were hard. read more

Zaca Cafe - Turkey burger and fries - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The food was pretty decent, definitely on the expensive side. I think it would probably be better to dine in. The packaging for the shrimp & grits was a bit odd for delivery and much too large. They give you 4 shrimp and I think it should definitely be 5 based on the size of them. Overall everything was decent except for the Iced Black Tea. I could have made 6 ice teas with the strength of the one I brought. read more

Zaca Cafe - Waffles w/o walnuts - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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First, I love a place where you can feel relaxed while enjoying a hearty meal. This restaurant was absolutely amazing and I have to shoutout the staff and owner for showing us hospitality and warmth. Now, I did remove 1 star because when our original waitress ended her shift, she informed us that someone else would be available to support. That support was hard to locate and we waited a little longer than we expected for basic services to help close out our meal. I would say that while the staff was friendly, maybe a little more attentiveness would help with the flow of service. And while that removes 1 star, this place is still 4 stars amazing! First, the rich spices and herbs made every bite of my dish, memorable. I ordered the creamiest shrimp and grits, topped with diced mushrooms, peppers, and a few sauces. Disclaimer: provided the size of the dish, the shrimps were a little small and few in quantity, but the flavor made every bite worth the journey. I mean, the grits were the BEST I've had in a long time and the shrimps were seasoned to perfection. We enjoyed some mimosas, a little too sugary, but nothing to complain about. Overall, I had such an enjoyable time and look forward to visiting again! read more

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The service was excellent! I loved The Server's personality; she was very sweet and patient with me. The food was definitely worth the wait. As a kale lover, I really enjoyed my salad. Mac & cheese was also enjoyable. I highly recommend this place for a quick bite to eat. read more

Zaca Cafe - Kale and Caesar Salad - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Was in a rush and really wanted coffee. I came in as an odd time of day and the person who got me the coffee was so nice to me. I didn't have time to try food but the menu looks great. It is a very cute atmosphere with nice service. Will definitely be back. Thanks so much for such a nice experience. read more

Always a great time at Zaca. I love the French toast and shrimp + grits. Service is quick and personable (Vanessa is so sweet). They also have wifi if you need to get work done. I'm always looking for spiritual spots, too -- the ancestral decor and traditional masks make the space feel so homey. Also, Zaca's prices really can't be beat -- $12-$14 for great food. Shrimp + grits were $22. read more

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Love supporting authentically black-owned restaurants. There was no doubt of the African ancestry because there were tapestries, sculptures & paintings on the ceilings and walls. You feel transported, but in a laid-back, not trying, homey type of way. The menu is pretty much all of your American favorites (French toast, sandwiches, salads & a few large plates). I was expecting some more African dishes as they had Burkina Faso flags throughout. The waitress was new and a bit shy, but we didn't mind as the manager walked her through everything & was still kind/gracious towards us. The place was pretty empty on a Wednesday (2 people came in late) & we almost passed by because it looks like a grab and go. Panini & salad run of the mill good & linguini with sweet sauce was a nice surprise. I'd return for a lowkey, no frills Subday brunch. read more

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Zaca is a nice chill local spot. I stopped by to try the salmon burger. I had the turkey burger yesterday so I wanted to try something different today. I've yet to dine in, and usually get takeout... I was sad to see that they got a C rating, but looking from the takeout window into the kitchen, I could see why. The Zaca bakery next door is much more presentable. read more

Zaca Cafe - Salmon Burger French fries - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Was in the area and stopped for a bite to eat. The location was bustling for a Sunday afternoon. I got the salmon bugger with fries and a side of mac and cheese. All items were delicious. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Service was pretty quick after ordering and the waitress was helpful. The inside had a chill vibe. read more

Zaca Cafe - Salmon burger and fries. Totally started eating before i snapped that photo. It was good - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Loved the meal one of the best grit dishes I've had in Brooklyn. The seating is limited so seating may depend but if you can...go! A fantastic meal and always consistent! read more

Zaca Cafe - Shrimp & Grits and Buttermilk Pancakes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Ate here for dinner on a semi-whim, and I really enjoyed it! They had a wide variety of dishes / paninis / mains / sides all fairly reasonably priced It was a peaceful, warm environment. I got the Atlantic salmon with beets and mash potatoes as the sides, and it tasted very fresh, nicely seasoned etc. also shared a Cobb salad, which ended up being a very generous portion with the perfect amount of dressing and produce crispness. I hate a soggy salad. And dressing can be very repulsive to me. But this was very flavorful, inoffensive salad, which I am always on the look for. The service was great, very attentive, very kind. Want to come back! read more

Zaca Cafe - Zaca Cobb Salad, Chicken Panini - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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When it was all said and done, I can say the food is okay, but the service and ambiance is what makes for a fun visit. I ordered a fried chicken with a waffle and it was fair. The chicken was moist and had a good fry, but the waffle was very sweet and possibly undercooked. The fruit it was served with was not fresh either. Sitting on a pillow and the bubbly yet pretty bartender was a nice touch. I also liked the eclectic music. Unfortunately none of it stayed down, so as a result I am knocking the rating a little. The French-American cuisine is apparent here, but feels so out of character for the neighborhood. While fun, I likely will not return. read more

Zaca Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Nice place. Decent food, really kind people. I'd love to come back and try the French toast because it looks amazing. read more

Zaca Cafe - Omelette with mushrooms spinach and cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Stopped in after Sunday service and were lucky enough to be seated right away. The service was crisp and our waitress was outstanding. (I forgot her name). She was friendly, professional and had a humorous personality. I ordered the veggie burger and fries and my lady had the salmon sandwich, with a Kale salad that we shared. No complaints about the food, as it was good and hit the spot. Loved our visit and will be back. Also they fix nice cocktails. read more

We got there a few mins after they open stood outside maybe 5 mins or so to give them time to set up but when we went in they already had a few people in there so didn't feel bad. The place is small but no issues with that I like cozy ambiance styles. Food was really good on my end and my brother got the avocado toast with pork sausage on side look really tasty I got the French toast that had a different take on them with the bread I loved!! For a simple 3 items(Caramelized apples,bananas and blueberries)with no fluff or wild amounts of sugar it was a 10/10.My side order of eggs (overease) was really good as well did perfectly tasted. Also loved my organic breakfast blend tea, love that they carry Atlantic salmon not farm raised,love that they have real Honey and Maple syrup can't major foodie points for that. so read more

Zaca Cafe - The French Toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I've been a loyal customer for 6+ years now. I've enjoyed multiple menu items and all have been fantastic. My go-to is the salmon burger. Hands down, their salmon burger is the best on the planet! Do yourself a favor and try it! read more

Zaca Cafe is one of my bf and I's FAVORITE Bed Stuy spots. Like we've had most things on the menu. Brunches there are packed but WORTH it. Dinner is like having your families home cooked meal whenever you want. Truly can't recommend enough! Don't worry about any selection you make (there's plenty!) it will be delicious. Also the waitress is the kindest person and is always smiling even if it's packed she will always greet you and make you feel like you're a priority. Recently brought my mom who was visiting and she said it was the best dinner she's had in a while (was shocked they have turkey!!). Bring yourself. Bring your friends. Bring everyone! read more

So delicious. Amazing service and very fast! Great outdoor patio. The sauce that comes with the fries is unreal. Drinks are as good as the food! read more

Great food, cool and fun ambiance, lowkey and small dining spot. Great for brunch. Service was amazing, each time I've come there's been only one server but she's incredible. Seems to get crowded on the weekend. Would definitely recommend checking out read more

Zaca Cafe - French Toast and The Works Bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I was searching for a good place that had good food with reviews. I was happy I seen grits on the menu. I ordered the platter which came with grits, eggs, turkey bacon and a salad. When I saw it all together because I ordered to go I thought I wasn't going to like it but the flavors all together was amazing. It also comes with this pico and verde sauce. Oh and it came with toast. The lady at the front that was taking my order was soo nice she didn't rush me and helped me with the neuron since I wanted grits. I love this place and will definitely go back next time in NYC. It's located in Brooklyn. They have indoor and outdoor sitting. Over all I rate the customer service, food and the cleanliness of this place a 5/5. read more

Zaca Cafe - Zaca Platter - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

5 stars for menu options and portions. They also have their own separate bakery next door. Excellent for breakfast. Pancakes and waffles too! read more

Delicious omelette, seasoned potatoes with peppers.. a lemonade that was delicious but maybe a little too sweet (just dilute with water). Service was sweet but i would probably eat inside if theres a next time. Was pestered for almost half my meal by one of the homeless men .. a manager sitting outside ended up offering him a meal to get him to stop engaging me cuz he really wouldnt stop after my firm 'no's'. read more

Zaca Cafe - Western Omelette - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I had a great meal at Zaca's. The French toast with grilled apples was amazing. The Vibes was cool and the Wi-fi was fast. I'll be back!

Really nicely decorated. If you identify as a black woman, you will feel celebrated seeing all of the vibrant art on their cushions, paintings and other decorative pieces. Service was great; the server was so attentive and the owner stepped out to let me know where the best spot was for my office work. I ordered a latte w/ almond milk, the Zaca Platter and their pancakes. The grits in the Zaca platter was too good; well seasoned and the salsa verde is something I'm going to add to my scrambled eggs going forward. The pancakes were fluffy and crispy on the edges. Such a great spot and the prices are so reasonable for the quality of food you enjoy. read more

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First time and last time we will ever come here. I can't comment on the food because we actually never got to eat anything. We ordered lunch, waited 45 minutes, then asked the server (politely) if the food would be out soon. She assured us it would be. We finally left after a couple tables who were seated half an hour after us got served. Told the server we were leaving and she couldn't have been less arsed about it. Truly did not give a s**t. No sorry, nothing. Terrible service. There are plenty of great places to eat in Bed Stuy and this isn't one of them. read more

I had a very satisfying Sunday brunch here! They offer their brunch menu until 3pm. They don't have any signature cocktails, but do offer carafes of mimosas. Food prices were very reasonable. I loved that the breakfast combo included eggs and pancakes so I didn't have to make the ultimate brunch choice between sweet and savory dishes. My eggs were perfectly scrambled with cheddar cheese. The pancakes were large and fluffy. Topped with walnuts and bananas, they were a very filling treat. The combo also came with a choice of breakfast meat. My partner got the shrimp and grits and enjoyed it. He also ordered the lemonade, which was super sweet. We also had the brussel sprouts. These were baked/boiled and not fried so they didn't have the melt-in-your-mouth flakiness of some preparations, but they were served with onions and were quite flavorful. Our waitress was very warm and personable. The restaurant was adorned with beautiful art from Burkina Faso. It had a nice, relaxed neighborhood vibe. read more

I'm in love after just one visit. Must get back here very soon. This is a quaint cafe with an Afrocentric atmosphere. Comfortable and friendly wait staff. Vanessa gets extra points as a very pleasant and patient waitress. We took awhile to decide on what we wanted. The food was superb and I really mean that. Fresh, well seasoned and tasty. I was happy to hear that they are expanding as more space is always great when you have a GOOD thing. Don't miss an opportunity for amazing food and service. read more

Zaca Cafe - Veggies and linguini - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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First visit, in March: Abundant food and flavors. Quiet spot and good vibes. I tried the grits with shrimp with a side of broccoli. The broccoli was perfectly steamed but I wish it had more of a garlic taste (the chili flakes were a nice touch). There were a good number of shrimps but far more grits (like the whole pot lmao) and eating the grits alone became a chore. Once the shrimps were done and all the sauce was gone (there wasn't much) I had to stop. Also the tomato mix was cold but did get warm when mixed into the hot grits. I just took the remaining half home. My partner got the waffle and devoured it in seconds saying how much she liked it but wished the waffle wasn't so dry; the chicken was moist and flavorful. The chai tea is one of the best around thus far. The lemonade was a perfect balance of sweet and tart making me want at least 10 more:) Second visit, this wknd: Realizing as I get older my lack of exercise is catching up so I opted for a turkey dish with broccoli and some quinoa. The broccoli although still perfectly steamed wasn't garlicky or spicy and had a bit of a watery taste. Although perfect for a health kick not something I'd want when wasting money eating out. The turkey slices were warm, moist and tasty but unfortunately the quinoa was not as expected. The quinoa side is a cold salad (or so I hope it was bc it was fridge cold). I wish the waiter would have mentioned this as it didn't pair well with my meal. I took it home and heated the salad a bit and wow that really paired well with the turkey. I wish the herb rub was on more slices than just the top layer bc that was superb. My partners breakfast combo looked so delicious and full of goodness. But flavors were quite simple. Lovely but simple. The eggs were only slight salty but quite buttery. The pancakes were the show stoppers with a pleasant airiness to them and not thick. The strawberry lemonade was still excellent (if not slightly more sour this time which I didn't mind at all). Sadly the chai wasn't hot and was too sweet :( but still pleasantly spiced. Overall although not consistent this spot is definitely worth an irregular visit for some tasty grub. read more

Zaca Cafe - Breakfast Combo (scrambled w.everything), Roasted Lemon Herb Turkey (steamed broccoli and cold quinoa salad) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Zaca Cafe is a black owned business in Bedstuy Brooklyn, NY. Open since May 2018, Zaca is a small storefront, hidden gem that you wouldn't want to overlook. It's a great place to grab coffee on one side with a full restaurant/bar on the other. Although the space may be small the portion -size served is very full. This French American cuisine serves flavor and soul-filled dishes for both brunch and lunch. It's a cool, intimate vibe with an excellent reputation for customer service read more

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Zaca is a reliable, consistent neighborhood spot that I honestly should swing by more often. On my latest trip I had the most decadent Croque Madame that wasn't just ham and cheese. That sandwich had the richest bechamel on it, making the sandwich far exceed my expectations of the meal. I strayed from the steak panini that typically catches my eye. On a whim I also ordered the chicken soup and it was delicious. I'll definitely be swinging by to pick some up once the winter months return. Other diners enjoyed pancakes, chicken and waffles, mimosas, and other fare. A family with kids was there along with couples and friends, so I'd say it's friendly for all. The space is a bit tight, but there's also outdoor seating as an option. The menu is pretty extensive, with options to suit most tastes. read more

Randomly stopped in for brunch and was hoping the food was amazing since I was starving!! It's a small cozy spot which Is cute. I got the veggie burger which was way better than expected. It comes with this spicy curry sauce which is great and I also tried their chipotle mayo (with my fries) and I really enjoyed it! We also got Mac and cheese which was pretty creamy and well flavored. I'll be back! read more

Fried chicken was crispy, but there wasn't much chicken in it. Fries were slightly above average, better than most diner food. Could use more of their delicious sauce given the quantity of the order. Grits were fine. Everyone else seemed pleased with their orders (salmon, shrimp grits) so maybe those are better options. Staff was busy but we had everything we needed. Not bad. read more

Zaca Cafe - Fried chicken - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Amazing place for a weekend breakfast or any day for that matter! Small but cozy setting with amazing food. Servers are great and a half pitcher of mimosas will do the trick! read more

Love this place, it always caught my eye whenever I walked by and I'm excited I finally stopped by. Weekend brunch goes until 3, unfortunately we just missed it but the lunch/dinner menu isn't that much different. Simple food done well. The fries tasted handcut and there's a huge portion. Zaca burger comes with sautéed onion and mushroom. Strawberry lemonade was good but very sweet, not complaining because after mixing it with plenty of water it ended up being a very good quantity lol. Really laidback but attentive service. We weren't rushed in the slightest and the ladies here are so nice. Music was on point omg! read more

Zaca Cafe - a table and chairs with a framed picture on the wall - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Went in for brunch 10 people in the place on a Tuesday. Waited 50 minutes for simple eggs. Whilst everyone around us who got them later than us got their order. Mentioned it to the wait person they said sorry about that. It's coming right out and we waited another 20 minutes and finally left. No apology, no recognition. Thank you for wasting my lunch hour. read more

This spot was a cool find. I searched for shrimp and grits and received a hit for this Cafe which was not too far for me at the time. I went in and seated myself. It is a small, cozy place. I was excited to see the shrimp with grits on the menu which came with the side of asparagus. Both were good. I appreciate it that I got to enjoy my meal thoroughly. There was no rush from staff or pressure to speed through. read more

Zaca Cafe - Ceiling art - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Got the french toast with caramelized apples, blueberries and bananas. HIGHLY recommend. Cool decor as well!

This is a nice hidden gem in bedstuy, I live in the area and it's my 1st time writing a review I should've been wrote a view as they have great food for dinner, and brunch is great. The customer service is good and I'd suggest if you're in the area to try them out. read more