Cafe Dolma

4.5 (201 reviews)

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Wesley A.

Highly recommend ordering in advance. Place is small and takes awhile for food to arrive. Was disappointed how long it took to get a chicken salad sandwich. Waited 35 minutes for the sandwich. It's likely due to the wait staff forgetting about me, as they seem shocked as I was still waiting but didn't apologize. Food however, was good. Would have been better with more chicken salad but for the most part, I was surprisingly impressed. I would go back again but would order in advance. Giving this a 3-star vs a 4 /5 due to the service.

Eric H.

The place is pretty small and quaint and cozy on a cold day. The menu is simple and basically a good spot to go if you wabt to meet up with a small group of friends and none of you want to cook. Service was attentive cause the place is so small so that was nice. The food itself was good but if you've been to Costco then you'll know that all their ingredients come from there. They claim their pastries are made fresh in-house but that was a lie cause it comes straight from the box of croissants that you can buy at Costco; it just looks nice and fresh when they put it in a display case on a fancy plate but it really just comes from Costco so just a heads up there. The steak and eggs were pretty good as well as the eggs Benedict but nothing too fancy but the prices were pretty high knowing where it all comes from. While it was a good brunch, the final bill at the end of the meal just reminded us all that it's cheaper to just cook at home with the same ingredients.

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Brian M.

This place is amazing. Super cute and great food! Coffee is great. Omelettes are great with homemade hot sauce and come with a side salad. Breakfast salad with egg is so yummy!!

Linh N.

Very good breakfast place. Went on a Sunday morning and there was no wait. Ordered the steak and eggs and huevos rancheros and they were both delicious! The inside is small but there are lots of outdoor seating. Would come back to try their French toast!

Pri W.

Please do yourself a favor and go to Cafe Dolma!! This is a hidden gem in Jersey City. Limited seating indoors, but they do have covered outdoor seating during the summer. The avocado toast is always a hit (get the za'tar potatoes on the side) along with their French toast. French toast is also a great item to share! They have a variety of hot sauces as well. Service is prompt, and the vibes are great. I've never been disappointed coming here!

Mufti A.

Came here for a brunch during lunch break from the office. Greeted by our hostess and was seated outside. Cute little Turkish place. Got the dolma latte and the poached eggs with kiymali plus added soujouk. The hostess recommended that it gets mixed in and honestly it was amazing. Food and the latte were great. It was filling had a great savory flavor. Wished got a few extra pieces of the pita bread but I'm sure they would have given more if asked. Our hostess was super sweet and was very helpful would def come back here to try other things given more team.

Tara F.

Such a cute cafe, loved the different food options and the chilbir hit the spot. A range of flavors that came together perfectly!

Deya M.

Cafe Dolma is always so packed on the weekends that I've never gotten a chance to go. When I had a friend visiting from out of town and she wanted to brunch on a early Monday morning, this was my instant pick! Since we came around 8am on Monday, it was relatively empty and we got seated immediately. Our server was kind and took the time to walk us through the menu. I started off with a matcha iced latte. The matcha itself was great quality but I wish they add some add in syrup or flavor options (aside from the date syrup). For my main dish, I got the Chilbir. This was delicious and incredibly fresh. The dish itself was a delight. However, the portion sizes were pretty small and left me begging for more. Overall, I think this is a great, cute, casual brunch spot but a bit on the pricier side for what you get.

Tifany P.

This brunch spot was unexpectedly so good! The outside seating felt really quaint, and the Chilbir was so beautifully plated! I really haven't seen many comparably aesthetic and delicious dishes this year (but maybe the outdoor lighting was just good). I do wish it was a little more filling for $20, but I split half with my boyfriend and was doing my own little food tour, so this was a great addition to the list!

Selena Y.

Lovely little spot to grab a casual brunch. My friend and I both ordered the cilbir (poached egg over labneh with sides of tomato oil, green sauce, and pita/bread), which looked small at first but was just the right amount for lunch. Each bite was full of flavor - I loved dipping the pita into the different sauces! The dishes were just a tad bit slow, but the server was incredibly friendly and came to check on us a couple times. Will have to try their other dishes and coffee next time!

Great coffees, well priced. One of the best Matcha, Turmeric and Cappuccino I have at late. All unsweetened, foamy, strong and robust. Just the way I like it. Great hidden jewel.

Margaret B.

This place is amazing!! It's a nice and cozy spot for brunch. My friend and I stopped by before we were leaving the town. The service was excellent and food were amazing! I tried the poached egg for the first time and it was cooked to perfection. The avocado toast had plenty of avocado that really filled me up for the road. My friend really enjoyed her meal as well. We will definitely be back when we're in town. Thank you for a great experience!!

Kiran Y.

Used to come here for coffee all the time.. but never had a meal there ... realized the entrees are all freshly prepared and so tasty - should have tried these sooner.. The owner is a very pleasant professional who explains the dish .. Limited menu but definitely worth a visit or more.. A small place but has a Very nice seating area outside too .. We had a Turkish omelette which was great Also the vegetarian omelette which was so fresh Tried the cilbir (pron. chulburr) which was amazing with fresh grape tomatoes and a special yogurt sauce on the pouches eggs

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Perfect place for small savory delicious bites, coffee and mini doughnuts! oh yes the donuts are simply amazing. A total melt in your mouth experience!!!!! They have a good variety of vegetarian options along with others. Our vegetarian favorites are the veggie pizza and avocado toast. The host is loving and always gives us a warm welcome! I found this place recently and gonna keep coming again and again! read more

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Jaaaason W.

3 years ago

Food is great! Service is also professional. Would like to recommend to anyone in Jersey City

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Nishtha C.

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Ordered avacado toast and chicken charmoula sandwich. Both dishes were really good but the service was EXTREMELY slow. Since we were in a rush, we grabbed the menus on our own and I went to place the order at the counter but the owner asked me to have a seat and he would come to take my order. He came after 5-7 minutes. We asked him before placing the order how long it would take and he said 15 minutes, which was okay for us. After waiting for 25 minutes, I finally got up to ask him how much longer and he turns and the food waiting on the counter for the last 5-10 minutes was ours but no one came to bring it from the kitchen counter to our table. It took him 10 more minutes to process the bill. They are majorly understaffed and should consider hiring more people. Again, the food is delicious. read more

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Ahmad H.

5 years ago

A very quaint place that has a pleasant atmosphere. Big portions of food was also very cheap and delicious. Must place to stop by. read more

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Tomy L.

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6 years ago

You can easily past by this unassuming establishment when driving on grand street but do yourself a favor and try this charming Turkish cafe. Start off with the Grilled veggies with Labneh. Oh my. So creamy and delicious, a must try! read more

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Imani L.

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Ah, so I wish I could've given Cafe Dolma a higher review. It's a cute and cozy spot, in a basically perfect location in JC. But between the standing wait time and our food being forgotten I truly can't. The server was doing the best he could, managing all of the tables but it was a bit overwhelming. After waiting about 25-30 mins(not bad) we were finally placed at a table and we ordered right away, after about 30 minutes of waiting for food, my friend and I realized that it wasn't put in. Once we did get our food, after a bunch of sweet apologies from the server, it was great. He also gave us a free dessert while we waited because it had been so long. The food was a nice take on Turkish cuisine with American touches. I don't think I got to fully experience it though because we were just so exhausted from the long wait time to be seated and receive our food that we couldn't really enjoy it. I would try it again maybe off peak? read more

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Prayash B.

4 years ago

Amazing brunch place and really sweet staff. We tried out their Poached Eggs with Kiymali and Smoked Salmon with Mucver. Both were pretty darn amazing. Highly recommend for breakfast and lunch in the Jersey city area. read more

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Bir A.

3 years ago

Great food. It is wholesome, delicious, fresh. The menu has a lot of unique items with Turkish flare. You must try it.

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Yustina Z.

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6 years ago

AMAZING little whole in the wall. Mediterranean flavors - I had the kiymali with poached eggs and it was DELICIOUS. Everyone loved their food and the service was impeccable. read more

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Sadhvi S.

4 years ago

I absolutely love this place. I've been here sooo many times. It's my go to brunch place and I never get bored with it. Çilbir is my favorite dish from the menu. They are always so welcoming and warm! read more

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Daniela S.

4 years ago

Wow. Flavor. Flavor Flavor. Tiny little GEM we found on our day off. We came for breakfast/brunch and ordered the following: soujouk & feta omelette with potato fingerlings and Eggs Benedict with pastirma. The owner (I believe) waited on us and he was very nice and pleasant to talk to.Both plates were delicious, came out quickly, and the flavor was perfect. The dolma latte was the perfect blend of coffee with rose taste. Recommending this place to everyone I know! Thank you Dolma. read more

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Masha M.

6 years ago

I would say by far the best breakfast place in jersey city. You have got to try the poached eggs with smoked salmon and avocado it's absolutely delicious. The owner is super nice, small place, but the food is delicious and coffee is great too. We tried turmeric latte and it was delicious too. So definitely give them a try read more

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Frank C.

4 years ago

It all starts when you enter. A nice greeting is the perfect way to start the dining relationship. Once you get that greeting then the next step are the starting Drinks. Organic orange juice (no ice) and a cappuccino for me. Both were really really good, dare I say sublime. And then the order: Spanish and mushroom omelette. I will say this emphatically- there is no better omelette in jersey city. Delicately cooked ingredients but with edges that are golden brown the way they were meant to be. A lot of places claim they have omelette as, this is one of the few that cooks them the way they were meant to be. There's only one warning: they will ask you a number of times whether you want sweets (translation= pastries). Save yourself the trouble and say "yes" because of someone else gets one, you will forever regret it. At first I thought they kept asking because they weren't any good and needed to be hawked! Not true! In addition to tasting good, you realize they are sprinkled with fairy dust. Once you have one there is nothing that the world can throw you're way that day, that you cannot handle. But don't blow this review up...I want to keep this secret to myself!! read more

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Trisha Z.

3 years ago

This is the WORST service and dining experience I have ever had. The owner of this place is arrogant and rude. We ordered our food with a waiter but he didn't tell us one of the dish would take at least 30 minutes. We waited for our food for so long that two tables who just came in and were seated after we ordered almost finished their food. We complained to a different lady and she shared our upset with the owner and the first waiter. Neither of them came to explain to us (don't even expect any apologies). I approached to the first waiter and wanted to share my feedback. Guess what? He walked away in the middle of our conversation, not even letting me finish my sentence. I tried multiple times again and finally he agreed to invite the owner of this place to talk to me. The owner interrupted me multiple times and saying it is our fault because it's customer's responsibility to ASK for the prepare time for every dish and if you have a question, YOU ARE WRONG. What's insane is the owner also stormed out in the middle of our conversation. Now I understand they are the god of this place so please respect everything they did and they said. They don't accept any negative feedback. They don't care about customers. I am an Asian, I don't know if they did this to everyone so I just wanted to share how we started this wonderful Saturday here. read more

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Brittany T.

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3 years ago

The food was amazingly flavorful and the service was friendly. The Moroccan mint tea warmed my soul and the grilled veggies with labneh and sausage was *chef's kiss*!! It was all so good that I ate it before I remembered to take a picture but trust, it was as beautiful as it was delicious. read more

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Aziza I.

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6 years ago

Small intimate cafe with lots of traditional Turkish dishes. So many different options, I went for a lighter choice. Loved the roasted veggies and labneh, super simple dish, reminded me of a breakfast from my childhood. They have daily specials, and donuts I'll have to come back to try!! read more

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Erika B.

4 years ago

Each experience at Cafe Dolma is a treat. The owner is personable and at ease. The Dolma latte with rose extract never disappoints. For food the poached eggs with kiymali are always something to crave either on a warm or cold Jersey City day! read more

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Paolo C.

4 years ago

This place is amazing! Rodrigo made our brunch super pleasant and the food... the flavors... wow.

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Nitzan L.

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6 years ago

You know how you live around the corner from a spot but you never get a chance to check it out? Well today - I finally managed to try out Cafe Dolma, and now I'm sorry I haven't done it sooner... first of all - their espresso is really good! And my standards are high. The menu has a lot of options. My friend had eggs Benedict and I had the avocado with za'atar toast with a poached egg. The dishes come with a dressed side of mixed greens that tasted like heaven! Everything was great! The service, the food, the coffee and the location - just two blocks away from my place - you can't beat that! Highly recommended! And I'll definitely make this one of my local spots in Jersey City! read more

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Maria K.

7 years ago

One of the better food places in JC. Yummy brunch. Small space for seating but friendly staff. Slow with getting food so we don't go when we're in a rush. read more

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Rachel J.

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I usually take my daughter out for brunch on weekends and this was our first time trying out this cute little cafe. We absolute love this cozy and welcoming environment. Both their service and foods were on point. You can build your own omelets and sandwich, which is a plus if you have a picky eating toddler. Highly recommend this place! read more

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Rocio C.

5 years ago

This place, the food and the owner are a delight! One of my favorite spots in JC for weekend brunch. Food is consistently good, as it is the service. Try the Turkish-latte. You're welcome! read more

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Sophia C.

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6 years ago

Cute little cafe in jc, thankfully open for pick up during this crazy coronavirus time. We've tried a wide variety of the menu and can't say any of them let us down - at first glance the portions may seem small but we always end up quite full afterwards. Out of everything we've tried, need to call out their amaaaaazing French toast. Not too sweet with fresh berries and bananas and this yummy golden raisin topping that's their specialty. They give you syrup if you prefer to make it sweeter but we didn't need to use it. read more

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David H.

5 years ago

Food was fantastic! The everything croissant was dynamite and the breakfast was top shelf. Loved the sausage and the home fried potatoes. Five stars! read more

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L L.

5 years ago

Thanks to Café Dolma I had the worst dining experience yesterday ever since I came to this country. This place is pathetic with awful service and rude staff/owner and I will never come back. We arrived there a little after 12 PM yesterday and noticed outdoor seating was almost full. There were no waiters outside, so we went indoors and approached the guy behind the cashier. My boyfriend asked him if we could sit outside, he replied, "I don't deal with that kind of stuff" with a facial expression like "don't bother me and f**k off." We should have just left at that moment now thinking back, but we thought he was probably too busy so we just sat aside and waited. A younger waiter then provided us with menus, but we received no service ever since then - no one cleaned our table, no water, no response for our request to order even if waiters walked past us a few times. Then the cashier guy walked past us very quickly and said something, but we didn't catch it. Probably seeing us confusing, he "nicely" came again and now we heard him saying "I don't like being rushed and just leave if you don't like it" We were so angry and shocked and left the restaurant immediately, and now I regret I didn't record his whole behavior as evidence that I can sue him to bankrupt. We have reason to believe we were discriminated considering we were the only Asians there at that time. I am sure we were not the only ones who've been through this. Overcapacity was just an excuse to kick us out of his place, and I guess telling the owner to behave appropriately and treat others with respect is purely a waste of time. Next time why not hang a large banner at the entrance specifying people who are unwelcome here? Anyway, I won't come back and won't recommend this place to anybody. read more

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Nicole T.

3 years ago

I love everything about this place! The food is so good, everyone is really friendly and the outside seating is beautiful. So happy to have discovered Cafe Dolma and will definitely be back! read more

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Danielle M.

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7 years ago

Before rebranding, Dolma was my favorite BYO dinner restaurant. I'm so sad that they don't serve dinner anymore, but so happy that the quality of food, service and atmosphere has remained intact with these new hours. Everyone is so kind and the food is both delicious and unique in comparison to many other Jersey City restaurants. I enjoyed a cozy Sunday morning breakfast of Avocado Toast with Za'atar while sitting in the window seat reading a book and I look forward to making a habit of this. I will also be checking out the vibe on weekdays as I work remote from Jersey City and would love to add a new spot to work from. The only reason I am giving Cafe Dolma 4, instead of 5, stars is that I was extremely disappointed by their use of disposable products even for dining in- plastic cups for cold beverages (with lids AND straws!), paper cups (with plastic lids!) for hot beverages, and even plastic utensils. We all need to be making an effort to waste less to save our planet... their use of this many disposable products is a big step backwards for any restaurant. I will be bringing my own coffee mug and utensils the next time I go, however this is a nuisance and I really hope they reconsider the products they use to serve dine-in customers. read more

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Radia A.

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6 years ago

The mini donuts are not like anything I've had before. Definitely my favorite item they have. Their macchiatos are strong but not hard to swallow allowing a very pleasant lingering taste for the coffee lovers. However I do think it's a better coffee cafe then a place for brunch. Nonetheless the food was good. read more

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Anjaney S.

4 years ago

Absolutely my favorite place in Jersey City for brunch. Do not miss out on this hidden gem!

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Went here for brunch this past Monday. The food was amazing. Cute little spot in Jersey city. Some fruit to start, coffee & tea. We both ordered Soujouk & Feta and shared an order of potatoes. Our server recommended mini donuts for dessert. Very great dining experience! Highly recommend! read more

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Derrick T.

5 years ago

Nice brunch place to go if you're in the area. Food and service were great. I got the cappuccino and kofta sandwich. Both were delicious and helped me get the day started. read more

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Matt S.

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7 years ago

Very charming little pink cafe. Open patio to dine outside during nicer days of the year. The interior is very warm and inviting, a very picturesque spot to have a meal. All the food I've tried has been delicious. And the desserts are truly to die for. The person waiting on us was very friendly. But they seemed a bit short staffed. Could have used a bit more assistance to keep the line moving at a quicker pace. Seemed like one person was managing multiple things at once. Otherwise it's my go to spot for a breakfast out. Good place to munch at brunch or lunch. read more

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Adrian M.

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5 years ago

Amazing service - the food is original and very tasty! Outdoor section is very dog friendly.

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Rachael S.

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6 years ago

Super cute cafe with a homey ambience and a welcoming staff. We got lucky that there were seats available when we arrived around 11:30am! If you really want to try this place, make sure to come early to reserve a spot. I was also pleasantly surprised that the poached eggs kiymali was sweet; the flavor reminded me of sicilian pizza sauce. I'm definitely going to come back again to try their pastries, drinks, and other dishes! read more

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Zara C.

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7 years ago

We had the Poached egg with kiymali and Avocado toasts. Sooo good! I was surprised on the amount of food and it's very tasty! We also got lattes and a chocolate croissant, amazing! Expecting a bit waiting time on the food, we went on Sunday morning, but the food is worthy! read more

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Anne M.

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5 years ago

The outdoor patio is super cute and the waiting staff was very friendly. I got the poached eggs with kiymali which was amazing. The tea menu was great. I can't wait to go back and try more read more

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Michelle P.

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7 years ago

A reasonably priced brunch restaurant in downtown JC where you don't have to wait an hour to sit? Sold. I really like the price point here. The Pastirma was not my favorite IMO. Something about the lemon in the mixed greens didn't do it for me and the potatoes were lukewarm. Berry doughnuts are absent since I ate them before the picture was taken. I can't wait to come back to try everything else on this menu! read more

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Dannie W.

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Food is ok. They have indoor/outdoor seating. Service is ok. Don't think I'll go back again.

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Madeline P.

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6 years ago

This is my favorite brunch place in the neighborhood!! Literally everything on the menu is so delicious and the owner Vecdi is so friendly. I'm amazed how he remembered me when I only stopped by occasionaly. Now on the weekends this is the spot that I take my friends to, and I am pretty confident that whatever they order off the menu it's going to be delicious. I know that for the time being it's only pick up and delivery because of the covid19 situation, but I cant wait to go back to this place. Menus that I recommend is 100% the Lamb Moussakka, the beef goulash the delicious Avocado toast****, poached eggs with kiymali, sauteed spinach with labneh.... and just goes on and on and on!! read more

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Abigail F.

7 years ago

The best and my favorite brunch spot in JC! Vegdi (hope I spelled it correctly) - the owner is really nice, friendly and welcoming. Salad dressing was made fresh so as the other entrees !!! Love this place! Highly recommend read more

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270 Grand St
Jersey City, NJ 07302
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(201) 433-6391
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Hours

What time does Cafe Dolma open?

Cafe Dolma opens at 7:30 AM on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Cafe Dolma opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Cafe Dolma close?

Cafe Dolma is closed on Monday and Tuesday.Cafe Dolma closes at 3:30 PM on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Tue ClosedWed-Fri 7:30 AM - 3:30 PMSat-Sun 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Payment methods

Does Cafe Dolma take Bitcoin?

No, Cafe Dolma does not take Bitcoin.

Does Cafe Dolma take credit cards?

Yes, Cafe Dolma takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Cafe Dolma have catering options?

Yes, Cafe Dolma does have catering options.

Does Cafe Dolma serve alcohol?

No, Cafe Dolma does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Cafe Dolma allow dogs?

No, Cafe Dolma does not allow dogs.

Does Cafe Dolma have TVs?

No, Cafe Dolma does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Cafe Dolma have bike parking?

Yes, Cafe Dolma has bike parking.

Does Cafe Dolma have outdoor seating?

Yes, Cafe Dolma has outdoor seating options.

Does Cafe Dolma have parking?

Yes, Cafe Dolma has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Cafe Dolma wheelchair accessible?

No, Cafe Dolma is not wheelchair accessible.

Does Cafe Dolma have free WiFi?

Yes, Cafe Dolma has free WiFi.

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Cafe Dolma opened in June 2018 as a new transformation of Dolma Restaurant serving both a great selection of coffee products and offering eggs, bacon, sandwiches, salads, house-made pastries and more. Dolma's interior reflects the hip sensibilities of the surrounding area. It is tucked-in this one story-high standalone building with patio of it's own.

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DDL is elite. They have it all. Fantastic pastries, cakes and sandwiches. Great coffees. Spacious,…read moreclean and cozy seating. Friendly and helpful staff. Super affordable prices. I've never eaten anything that I didn't like. My faves are: milhojas, breakfast croissant sandwich, and any and every cake with dulce de leche filling. I only tiny, minuscule complaint I have about this place is the lack of signage for the pastries and cakes. It would be nice to know what I'm looking at without having the ask. Absolutely zero gatekeeping here. Please everyone keep patronizing this establishment. I need this place to continue to exist in my hood.

The cake here is very good! Super moist, and the frosting is light and fluffy when ordered fresh…read more Unfortunately the 2 cupcakes I got, both alfajores and the chocolate covered one too were stale, like super hard and dry. So get anything fresh, like made to order cakes or things you see come out right when you're there. Otherwise you run the risk of getting old stuff, which sucks that they don't manage that at all. On a Sunday afternoon lines moved quickly and we were able to find seats. This is a cute cafe that offers plenty of savory items and lunches, plus drinks like matcha, cakes, pastries and cookies. There is also a bathroom! The women behind the counter were all nice and patient with my questions, they also kept the line moving and were quick. I had high hopes for the Alfajores as this is an Argentinian bakery but unfortunately the ones given to me were stale. The cookie was very hard. Also the Dulce de leche was too sweet and burnt tasting to me. I also got a chocolate covered one and the cookie in that was also hard and dry. The strawberry croissant was amazing. Never had anything like that before. Not too sweet and very flaky. It has a ribbon of red on the outside which gives it a unique look. I would love to come back and try savory items. I'll continue to stick with the cakes and croissants for desert and make sure it's fresh!

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Second Street Bakery

Hadn't been here in at least 10 years but I was in the city and knew I had to stop in. The place…read morestill has the same exact set up, same feel, same service and same amazing food from 20 years ago. Great sandwich for only 8 bucks. I got a sausage bread and one mozzarella sandwich. Parking is still the issue but so worth driving around for. Try it, you'll love it.

A true hidden gem tucked off the main road. It has that rustic, no-frills, first-generation Italian…read morebakery vibe -- come grab your bread and go! I've tried a lot of their rolls, loaves, and pastries, and they've never missed. My personal favorites: the eggplant roll, chicken parm roll, meatball focaccia, Italian egg basket, and the cinnamon roll. They take card and Apple Pay with no minimum, which is always a win.

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I'm a fan of the pizza but not the chicken parm. It was $10, the sauce and everything about it…read morewas flavorless and was meh at best. Maybe I had higher expectations since their pizza still is one of the best around town.

Found a parking spot right out front! I went in and wandered to the back (this is where you order…read morethe pizzas at - not the front counter). I ordered a medium margharita pie with Italian sausage on half. (Planning on having leftovers in the hotel for a few nights.) I was told it would take about 10 minutes to cook. I went back up front to the front counter and ordered a few Italian cookies, a cheese pastry, and a mini cannoli. Everything was delicious. I'm planning on going back to see them! Grazie mille!

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Pecoraro Bakery

Fire a** sandwich for real. Maybe could have had a tad bit less vinegar and more basil, but overall…read morea bombshell. So good. I would ten thousand percent go back to this place and get another sandwich but probably try a warm instead of a cold. The employees here are so kind and know the menu like the back of their hand. Cute little shop that also sells cookies and fresh baguettes! Very cozy in this bakery, love the atmosphere We also bought a baguette, not pictured, but we plan on using it to dip in an olive oil sauce.

I have been coming to Pecoraro Bakery for over 8 years now. Their baked assorted breads loaded with…read moreeither olives, pepperoni, spinach, eggplant or chicken are to-die-for. Tasty beyond words. I highly recommend this antique bakery shop on Newark Avenue, Jersey City.

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4.2

(23 reviews)

0.5 mi

Ordered delivery from here today. We ordered the bacon egg and cheese sandwich ($9.50 on Grubhub),…read morethe tuna salad cup ($8.95), and the molasses spice cookie ($3.75). Delivery was quick. Food was delicious! I only wish there was a different cheese option, as I personally dislike American cheese. The bacon could be a little more crispy too. The egg was cooked perfectly. Fresh bun. Would order it again. Tuna salad is good. The molasses spice cookie is definitely more spice than molasses! It's a soft cookie which I love and delicious! Love the ginger flavor. Overall, we loved it and will order again!!

The breakfast sandwich remains superb on this side of the river, even before you add the dazzling…read morewake-up sauce. Surely I'd incur the wrath of Twitter culture war jackasses for twice DoorDashing this spot; "ehh anyone can make an egg sandwich at home." I'm sure those fools don't have access to bacon like this. I enjoyed the salted fudge brownie too. The most surprising item I got was the orange cinnamon cold brew. The idea seemed delightfully taboo; for better or worse the citrus angle was relatively subtle, it wasn't like "hey you dropped your Tropicana in my iced grande Americano." Orders were quick and well-packaged.

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Interior

Breakfast Sandwich, well done option.

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L' Atelier Du Chocolat

If you're a chocolate purist, this is your new happy place. I stopped in and tried the…read morechocolate-dipped Madeleines, and they were perfection - soft, fluffy, and coated in a high-quality chocolate that actually snaps when you bite in. My friend's hot chocolate was also excellent - rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced. I spent a good five minutes just staring at the display case, especially the pistachio cake and lemon cheesecake. I'll be back for a full pastry run soon!

Cute little chocolate store, friends have brought over pastries before that were very good. The…read morechocolate and regular croissants were just ok - ended up buying some 72% chocolate bar with nuts and candied ginger to bring back to SF.

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3.4

(8 reviews)

1.7 mi

Saw this bakery in passing, before my visit to the supermarket on that same side of the street…read more Once the cakes and pastries were scanned, ended up getting a pineapple cake which reminded me of a cake I grew up eating at birthday parties. It had the right amount of batter, frosting and sweetness. The dining space in the bakery is spacious and clean with great lighting. You can definitely sit there and have a sweet treat with a cup of coffee. The service was quick and the staff was friendly when asked about ingredients in the cakes. Will definitely return when visiting the area.

For is mediocre at best. Tea was cold and way too much spices. The service and people that work…read morehere are really really worth the visit if only for one time.

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Milk Sugar Love

Milk Sugar Love on McWilliams is a few doors down from my friend's favorite book shop in the area…read more We stopped by this cozy spot on the way to the movies for a walking sweet treat. The staff is nice and helped us with our two samples each. My friend opted to get the earl grey fudge and I got the dulce de leche. The ice cream is delightful with unique flavors and really nice consistency. Also appreciated that it's a more reasonably priced artisan ice cream at $6.05 a scoop.

I came here multiple times and I timed it when there were minimal lines. There will always be a way…read moreand it could be in the winter or in the summer and it's worth it. I've had the charcoal ice cream which is my favorite and also the hot chocolate

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Carrot cake and Malted marshmallow

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Philippine Bread House

The best and classic well established. They even have a restaurant inside. The pandesal and the…read moresugar bread are simply the best! Yum!

Took a quick trip to the "Philippine Bread House" today and grabbed a few yummy things!…read more First off, the parking is extremely small and narrow. There are only a few spots in a tiny lot, making it very tough to park. That said, if you're planning on going, make sure to plan accordingly (ie: bring a small car, come earlier). Inside is relatively small, consisting of a bakery section, a hot food section, and a few tables to sit and eat. Both the bakery and hot food sections include a wide variety of options. I tried their palabok, which was okay, nothing extraordinary. However, their ensaymada and fresh baked pandesal are both very delicious! In terms of pricing, everything is priced fairly. Also, the staff is nice. Overall, this is a great Filipino mom-and-pop shop that I've been going to for years, and I would recommend others to stop by if they're in the area.

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The ambiance and overall service was great. The staff was nice and the people sitting around were…read morerelaxed and chatting. Speaking of the two pastries I got, they weren't really good. The almond croissant was one of the worst ones I ever had. The filling was accurate but it was very hard like biting into a stale baguette. It must've been just old. I still finished it after wetting it and reheating it to get some moisture in but I was upset that I needed to do that. The apple caramel tart was fine. The filing was yummy but the tart crust was so thick and overpowering. Felt like I was eating 70% biscuit and 30% filing. I can't comment on the other food items or drink items because I didn't have them. But I recommend not get the almond croissant.

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Torico Ice Cream

Established in 1968, this long-established shop makes all its ice cream in-house. Not only are the…read moreportions generous, but the texture is also incredibly smooth and silky, without any icy crystals or a hard, frozen consistency. Holding it or tasting it gives a substantial, high-quality feel. However, the consequence is that even the staff struggles to scoop it out with their spherical ice cream scoops, let alone the disposable plastic spoons provided to customers. Green Tea: The highest praise Chinese people can give for desserts--not sweet--and it truly tastes like green tea, not matcha. The refreshing bitterness was incredibly pure, even bordering on slightly bitter, which is extremely rare in the US. Vanilla Peanut Butter: Very milky, but extremely salty, like eating peanut butter spread on bread. The vanilla flavor was almost completely masked. Coconut & Cream: I've always trusted American coconut ice cream, but this time it was a bit of a disappointment. The cream completely overshadowed the coconut, so much so that it took me a long time to recall what flavor I actually ordered. Ube: One bite brought back childhood memories, exactly the same as the ube flavor Wuyang五羊 ice cream cone. It was so touching I didn't order this in the end since I want to try more flavors as possible. I don't know why, but ube flavor seems to be gradually fading in China... Blueberry Cheesecake: The initial taste was a rich, sweet cream, with a refreshing hint of blueberry tartness in the aftertaste. It's pretty good, but honestly, it's not particularly outstanding. Banana Peanut Butter Chunk: The staff recommended this signature dish, and it once again made me realize how subjective taste can be... It's on the sweeter and saltier side, with a very strong flavor, but more importantly, it has a noticeable artificial banana flavor.

I'm already planning my next visit...YUM! First time here and it did not disappoint! I'm so glad I…read morefound yummy homemade ice cream at a family owned spot. There's so many yummy flavors - it's hard to choose! I ultimately went with the rocky road (my classic favorite) and the cheesecake with rainbow sprinkles (because why not!?) and enjoyed every bite! I think the rocky road could've used more marshmallows but that's my personal preference for my favorite childhood fave ice cream. Service was great and allow you to try a couple flavors if you're unsure which is great as not all ice cream spots makes the flavors the same! It's only street parking so get ready to search for that when you come to visit - but it's worth it! And read street signs so you don't get towed or ticketed.

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Maggie's Farm Espresso

We first visited Maggie's on a Sunday and although they were busy, we were able to get a table…read moreshortly after arriving. The food was amazing!! While ordering, they happened to bring out fresh blueberry muffins that were hard to resist. It was the best blueberry muffin I'd ever had and I still think about it to this day. The yogurt bowl was fresh, the ricotta toast light, and the breakfast plate was everything I could want in a breakfast. Although the potatoes weren't crispy, they were seasoned so well along with the mushrooms. There was a generous portion of avocado and the salad was a nice light addition. On our second visit, my husband really enjoyed his coquito latte. The turkey balt was SO good, I just wished it were served with chips. Regardless, Maggie's will definitely be a go to place for breakfast or lunch.

I dont drink coffeee everyday but this is my go to place when i want one as I love the coffee…read morehere. My recent orders have been shitty. ordered a cappuccino, i was not given a number(as usual i went and sat in a table) waiting for the coffee. had they told me to go pick my coffee that would have been great. no one told me and i was waiting for my coffee all the while. when i went and asked they had kept the cappuccino near the coffee machine and gave it to me without checking. the least you would do is check if the coffee is cold. it was cold and when i asked for it, not sure if they reheated the same cup of cappuccino or they made a new one. the coffee was the worst that I ever tasted in Maggie Farm. I live nearby and have seen the owners of the place. Owners should make it a thing to visit , keep a check and not leave the place to run under the eyes of their employees. Things go wrong..... terribly wrong.... iam not a super customer but you will lose more customers if this is the case. i did not take a photo of the cappuccino

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Wonder Bagels

Wonder Bagels is a solid spot for a no frills good bagel. The bagel has good flavor and I…read morepersonally am a fan of the texture. My go to order is a SEC or BEC with SPK on an everything bagel with fresh orange juice, and it gets the job done. I will say, service is somewhat variable. Some staff are friendly, and others seem like annoyed with customers, which makes me hesitant to go here sometimes. Overall, pretty good spot in JC

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I trekked over here on a blazing hot day for some chai and I was not disappointed. I have tried the…read moremasala chai (hot only) where they literally get a pot out to toast your spices and make the drink. If you don't know what a masala chai is, think of it like seriously spiced up fragrant chai. You're not going to find this type of chai at most cafés. I've also had the ice chai latte! The chai latte was nice and not too sweet. I really don't like when the sweetness overpowers the spice, however you don't need to worry about that here!

Braved the cold to figure out what the hype was regarding this place. Came here to grab some…read morebreakfast to go and ended up with a savory avocado toast & cold brew. The avocado toast was good in that it wasn't super overpowering with sriracha. Sometimes when that happens, it becomes way too spicy for comfort. It also helped that the feta was plentiful. The cold brew tasted great too. I probably should've settled for the signature masala chai, but that may be for next time now.

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Sushi Makoto

4.7

(24 reviews)

1.7 mi

Absolutely fantastic sushi restaurant! The fish was incredibly fresh, the rolls were beautifully…read moreprepared, and every dish was full of flavor. I gave to say the staff were friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. The restaurant was clean, comfortable, and had a great atmosphere. I loved it here and highly recommend this place to anyone who loves sushi and Japanese cuisine. I will definitely be coming back!" I rate it an A++ So happy to have them in the neighborhood

Ordered pick up from this brand new addition to the Heights and happy and every thing we tried was…read morefive stars. Sushi Makoto took over this tiny (just for pick up) place not long ago and turned it into a full sit down restaurant. The eel avocado was delicious, the salmon and tuna were both fresh. The seaweed salad and edamame were two perfect sides. Everything was ready to go quickly and 5 rolls and two apps came out to just over $50. Happy to have this new gem in the neighborhood!

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Interior (07/06/25). @SushiMakotoJC #JerseyCity #JapaneseFood #Sushi #Seafood

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Sushi For Two +2 rolls

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Serena A.

8 years ago

The drinks were spot on here. I would come back here for the teas, coffees lattes, etc. alone! This is my favorite spot for brunch. They serve the best chocolaty donuts, French toast & salads. Prices are reasonable and staff is friendly. Very good customer service. Great atmosphere and great food! Definitely will come back soon! read more

Janina V.

8 years ago

Probably the best donut i have tasted in a long while and i love donuts to be honest. Very tasty,soft and hot just how i like it. Very calm and quiet environment also which i love and very relaxing. Would be visiting again soon Thank you so much for the great service! read more

Kevin M.

4 years ago

Very nice brunch spot and super friendly staff! Food was very good and the mini donuts were delicious! However, the matche latte was just alright. Definitely recommend to go if your in the area. read more

Cristina M.