Blueprint Cafe Lounge

Is this restaurant black owned?

YES! 👍🏾

Is there parking available?

Yes in the front and on the side

What are the hours?

I believe 9am -9pm

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Urban Vegan

Went here with a vegetarian friend, who is also not a huge fan of the veggie burgers that taste too…read moremuch like meat. It was a risk, because you know how vegetarians can get about cheese (I'm vegan now. When I used to be vegetarian, I'd get annoyed if a meal didn't have cheese in it, or if it had vegan cheese. I've noticed that a lot of my currently vegetarian friends are the same.) , but I figured that he would be cool about it, because he knew that there wasn't much else in the area that I could eat that had a/c. I love my city, but the restaurants need to get their a/c game in order. This is a slightly elevated burger joint. The options are meant to be on the healthier side, so they do stuff like sweet potato fries or a side salad with the burgers instead of potato fries. Here's my tip: get the salad. You'll be pleasantly surprised at how much flavour they can pack into a small but mighty green salad with some dressing on the side. It'll mean that you can avoid eating sweet potatoes (unless you like sweet potato, in which case, you're at the right place). That said, the side salad was excellent. Crisp greens, and a few bonus veg, with a creamy tasting dressing. No complaints, 5 stars. My friend got the black bean burger, and I got the chickpea burger. We got the burgers exactly a said on the menu with no customisation. This was a very VERY good choice. The chefs at Brick City Vegan know what they're doing, and they absolutely season the heck out of the food. Everything tasted so good, and the table fell silent as we demolished the food in front of us in the cool a/c. There was a napkin dispenser on the table, which you will need, because the burgers are generously sauced, and a bit of a mess to eat. Who cares? The food is incredible, and just the right amount of filling. Both of us ate every last morsel, and left feeling satisfied. For both of our burgers, I think it was less than $30 grand total after taxes. Not the cheapest meal, but certainly not at all expensive by vegan standards.

A brief glimpse of New Jersey…read more Stopped for dinner at Urban Vegan (2 blocks from Courtyard hotel). Had their California veggie burger with sweet potato fries. Delicious! Great service and friendly ambiance.

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Plants & Poets Cafe

5.0

(7 reviews)

3.6 mi

Delish Vegan Cafe near Newark Airport!! Little cafe tucked into the corner of the building with a…read morepickle to let you know you're in the right spot. We ordered at the counter and a high top table was prepared for us to sit in and eat. Service was friendly and kind for explaining the options and we even got a sample of a smoothie being prepared while we waited for lunch. They really know how to make veggies taste so rich and filling that you HAVE to come and try it if you're looking to explore a plant based diet or more vegan options and flavors! Street parking was sparse but lucky. Two filling vegan lunches and two cheesecake desserts with tax and tip the total was around $50.

Wow. Super impressed with this spot. The lady who served me was very friendly, but more importantly…read morethe food was out of this world truly. I tried the lauryn hill bowl and the young Hendrix. To say the least the young Hendrix was a 10/10 dish featuring an extreme amount of flavor encompassing many different tastes, a pleasant experience for the pállette and every bite keeps one entertained and at edge of their feet truly. The lauryn hill bowl also had great flavor. These dishes are light years more impressive than other restaurants and other vegan restaurants as they are super healthy. The restaurants sends a clear message to the world that you can enjoy your food to the highest ability and it still be very healthy! I hope they open more locations as they are seized for success if they are able to market themselves properly and get people in the door. One critique would be a better ventilation system in the kitchen as fumes did emit into the dining area to the degree, poor ventilation would be my only critique but this is very minor when looking at all the other things. Very budget friendly restaurant, excellent accommodating staff, over the top tasting healthy food! Plan to come back as much as possible in the future

Order at the counter - bar seating & high top available

Apple Crumb Cheesecake

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Vegan Burgers, Soups, Salad Menu

Pigeon Peas

Love Caribbean? Come check out this place! Very nice owner and welcoming. They partner with a pizza…read morebusiness so don't be confused lol. I love oxtail Caribbean-style, and this dish did NOT disappoint. The oxtail was delicious and full of flavor, and the sauce paired perfectly with the rice and peas and a side of cabbage. They were also kind enough to bring out extra plantains... YUM! My husband ordered the fresh roti with curry chicken, and it was huge--definitely big enough to share. He also loved the oxtail egg roll; it looked super crunchy and absolutely delicious. We'll definitely be back! Few tips: - Small parking lot but there's residential streets to park at - They accept Apple Pay - They serve cocoa bread with their patties!!! YES PLEASE! We will definitely be back! Thanks for the delicious lunch!

While visiting friends I drive past this spot and knew I was having dinner here. You enter to…read morewonderful Caribbean music playing and are greeted my the kindest member of the team. There are multiple ways to view the menu which is helpful. You can eat in or carry out. They had a few vegan options which I appreciated. I grabbed the Naija Bowl and a lentil patty. The flavors sent me... I was ready to go back and stock up on them patties the next day but they are closed on Mondays. Let me tell you how next time I'm in Jersey I'm gonna have to get a catering size order of them patties with a side of Jamaican Ginger Beer and be left alone. Check this spot out!!! It's a must.

Fresh Salmon Burger and Hand Cut Cajun Fries

Dining area

Spaghetti Bolognese

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Yellow Rose Vegan Bakery & Cafe

4.5

(66 reviews)

7.3 mi

Incredible donuts - especially the cinnamon sugar Who cares…read morethat they are vegan Been there several times

This place is fantastic!…read more Sarah was very helpful and friendly as it was my first time in the shop. I got an iced latte with brown sugar cinnamon, the tofu taylor ham egg and cheese on a bagel, and some baked goods. Sandwich was bomb!!! Iced latte was good -- the baked goods are definitely what people come for. I got an apple fritter, glazed donut, cosmic brownie, and hostess cupcake. My favorites go in this order: cosmic brownie, fritter, donut, cupcake, but all are soooo good. Support this vegan small business!!!

Cinnamon Roll, Homer Donut, Apple Fritter Donut, Apple Sausage Focaccio and Lavender Sage

Bakery case

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Iced Lavender Latte

Blueberry Cafe Juice Bar & Vegan Grille

Food is organic and tasty. You must get there early because once they run out of what has been…read moreprepared on the daily menu, the pots and pans are washed and stacked.

Menu on a sandwhich board with daily options…read more Ordered the: Wild black rice with chickpeas and fried mushrooms. Strawberry smoothie. Friendly, fast Busy. One table with four chairs Local art on walls. Would return.

Black rice, chickpeas, and "fried fish"

Dr sebi Wild Rice Platter

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Good Company Restaurant & Cafe

5.0

(3 reviews)

2.1 mi

I came here after work and let me just say, they did not disappoint. The Korean Fried Oyster…read moremushroom wrap was EVERYTHING. The taste & textures were on point. It didn't feel like I was eating a vegan meal. Then on the side they have a side salad that includes a spring mix w/ basil & a home made ranch that was to die for . They also have fresh juice options & herbal shots. I had a Martinelli's juice & a burdock root shot. I can not wait to order again!

Great little vegan place for a quick lunch stop. I popped by here on a Tuesday afternoon. Was…read morepleasantly surprised by the selection and the variety of ingredients. My Chic-King Sandwich W/Side Of Fries was freshly made and tasted great. Service was very quick. Prices are fairly reasonable. I hope I can stop by again soon to update this review.

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Alkaline Xpress

5.0

(1 review)

3.5 mi

The vibe of this place is a dime in a dozen. The service provide is spectacular the owner know a…read morelot about conscious living and can help you with your path if you choose so. The empanadas are my favorites. Every week the menu meal plan changes so be on the look on for what dishes you don't like. It's better to finish it all on one day. Good for the family but not too sure for just an individual because it will get soggy the next days if you don't eat it straight away. Better to eat fresh.

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Brick City Vegan

4.5

(24 reviews)

6.8 mi

I went here back on Labor Day weekend and the biggest standout memory was the waitress went so far…read moreout of her way to ensure we were happy here with the food, her service was truly outstanding here - she really took care of us. There was seating available both inside and outside and our meal was delivered to us very quickly on the patio with a smile and extra delicious home made sauce. It's pretty rare to find vegan biscuits with chicken to this level. We enjoyed the chocolate chip cookies and we will surely be back.

Black eyed pea burger is good. Hibiscus tea is good. Biscuit is good. Chickpea burger is okay. The…read moreside salad is great with the acv dressing. Ordered yesterday and salad dressing was a thick yellow dressing. Disgusting to say the least. Please update apps when you decide to switch up dressing on salad. Inconsistency is not good business.

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How Delish HD

This restaurant is hands down one of my favorite restaurants to go to. My best friend who is vegan…read moreloves to stop by here and we always have the sandwiches from here. The desserts are DELICIOUS! I recently tried their gluten free peach cobbler cheesecake and wish I got more than one slice. The service here is always great and they will inform you if your order is taking a little longer than expected. The music is always great and the establishment is always clean and smelling fresh. This is a great place to stop by and the food will never disappoint. I am glad to have found this restaurant and I will come back very very soon.

The crispy crabby patty was everything and then some! The flavor and texture didn't skip a beat…read more Truly a 10/10 and something I would return for. And their desserts, so many great options. Service was great ! Whom helped me was very nice. And although I did take out , the ambiance was welcoming! Very nicely done. My first time and definitely not my last. Thank youuu How Delish !

Inside

Vegan Bacon Egg + Cheese

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Vegan Bacon Egg + Cheese

The Original Chris' Red Hots

The best hot dog truck in New Jersey, truck driver 78 years old have been to every hot dog joint…read moreand truck and this is in my opinion the best chili dog from any truck, hands down.

Last time out was a 4 star, this time I hit the shop in Verona and it was 5 star. Fresh rockland…read morebakery roll, and two excellent dogs. Got a St Patrick's Day special and the loaded baked potato. That potato dog was serious. This is my 2nd dog from Chris' that had a potato component and both were home runs. I got to meet Ant and talk for a bit and that was awesome...I'm already looking forward to going back. Service was fast and excellent and I dig the shop he has there in Verona. I love a good food truck but he has plenty of space and it's bright and clean in this location, which obviously is a plus. You already know Chris' Red Hots - Didn't Suck! For the video and more content from this spot as well as many others, check out my social media pages here - https://linktr.ee/Didnt_Suck

$4 EVERYTHING, SPICY OMG SO SO SO GOOD!!!!! It has mashed potatoes in it!! Whatttt! Go get sum!

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That loaded baked potato was fantastic

Teixeira's Bakery

I've been coming to Teixeira's Bakery since I was born, and it's truly a staple of the Ironbound…read more There's something so special about walking in and feeling that mix of tradition, community, and incredible food. Everything is always fresh and beautifully displayed, the space is clean and welcoming, and the staff is attentive and efficient even when it's busy. Whether you're grabbing something quick to go or sitting down to enjoy a coffee and pastry, there's plenty of room and it never feels chaotic. It's one of those places that's stood the test of time for a reason -- consistent, authentic, and always delicious.

Pastel de Nata. Go get as many as possible and as often as…read morepossible. The best in the area.

Espresso and carrot muffin

Indoors

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Teixeira's Bakery

Over a dozen years later, and my review hasn't changed - but now I can provide details! So I love…read morethe main Kossuth St. location for being their HQ. You can just stand there and watch the baked goods churning around in the back. You can order prepared foods from a wall menu, or the various baked goods they have on display, combinations... they are there to patiently take your order! Even if the place feels industrial, we're talking Newark, so. Of course, custard cups are still as amazing as ever. I got another of their wonderful desserts - bolo rei, was it? - rich and dense with raisins. Wonderful. And arrufada de coimbra, a bread roll topped with coconut, just to try something different. Like I said before, I have an urge to drive back, but this time it's not just for the pastels de nata. It's for all the things. Yelp has grown me to want to try it all when a place is as delicious as Teixeira's.

Teixeira's sells a wide variety of baked goods, including some of the best pasteis de nata…read more(Portuguese egg tarts) that I've had stateside - crisp, flaky tarts with the perfect creamy custard inside. I can never resist leaving here without one (or a dozen)! This particular location is my favorite of the three. It's recently updated, clean, and modern. I also love watching the bread rolls on the conveyor belt.

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Africaraïbe Food Truck

0 reviews

4.2 mi

From the owner: New Jersey's first and only Haitian Food Trailer serving the best Haitian-Caribbean food on the…read moremove.

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Sharayna C.

8 months ago

I visited Blueprint Café for the first time today for brunch and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience. I ordered the chicken and waffles, but the chicken was undercooked and the waffle looked nothing like what was shown on their website it was thick, tough, and difficult to chew. When I shared these concerns with the staff, they didn't offer to remake the dish or even ask how I wanted to proceed. Instead, they simply took the same plate and put it in the oven to re-cook it, despite it being a fried chicken dish that should be prepared fresh. I was honestly shocked by this approach. There was no apology, no offer of a replacement, and not even a gesture like offering a drink while I waited. In the end, we left the food as it was, paid for the meal, and walked out. Given the undercooked chicken and the lack of basic customer service, I would not return to this establishment. read more

Vincent V.

3 years ago

I love this place! So many teas...so little time. But I will go back over and over again for more! And if you're like me, a fan of tea and coffee, Blueprint Cafe Lounge is a perfect place for you. Oh my yum! Oh, and the staff was soooo very nice. My new favorite spot for tea/coffee, for sure! I will surely be back to try their food options! read more

Don L.

6 years ago

Definitely very well worth a trip. The design, layout, and decor are incredible. Coffee - very good. The staff is incredibly friendly, helpful, and attentive. It was great!! read more

Ronen D.

794

7 years ago

Quaint, good vibes and healthy, tasty food. Service was courteous and prompt. Could not resist taking a couple of desserts for the road... Highly recommend. read more

adam v.

178

3 years ago

Super cool place , great food and coffee. The staff is super nice . Highly recommended !! read more

Tim O.

136

8 years ago

The food is divine ... however, there's no air ... but it's BYOB. The food is so great .

Krishna P.

2 years ago

Great food, and great ambiance. Food was very affordable and the serving size necessary.

Jeffrey B.

5 years ago

Terrible food terrible customer service

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