My friend and I had dinner nearby and I found Gulluoglu Cafe on Yelp. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Absolutely loved the vibe, locals sitting outside the cafe at sidewalk tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior is cozy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The young lady working behind the counter was friendly and helpful with recommendations. A gentleman stopped by our table, seemed to be the owner and was also very friendly. We selected four different types of baklava and each one was wonderful! My favorite was the walnut baklava, absolutely dripping with sweet sauce. Another thing that Gulluoglu has going for it is awesome and authentic Turkish tea. Served piping hot in the traditional fluted glass, the tea was smooth and delicious! My friend enjoyed his espresso. They also have some savory options that I would try on a future visit., read more

Turkish cafe at Cliffside park, NJ [[HIGHLIGHT]]A very cozy Turkish cafe which offers variety of baklava, cake, cookies jelly candies, Turkish coffee, tea.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They also serve breakfast and lunch. We chose variety of baklavas to go and they were very tasty and not too sweet. My favorite was walnut baklava. I would love to come back and try their lunch menu and their coffee. The lady at the counter was very patient while choosing baklavas to go. read more

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Went with a coworker for dessert and coffee. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice ambient cafe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The server was hospitable and welcoming. We tried their pistachio and chocolate baklavas which were delicious!! Also tried their Turkish coffee which were served in beautiful colorful espresso cups. Coffee was nice and strong read more

Güllüoglu Cafe - Turkish Near Me - Cliffside Park, New Jersey

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Wandered into this cozy, mom-and-pop Turkish cafe and instantly felt at home. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], and as a big coffee lover, I had to try the Turkish coffee, which I heard was bold and concentrated, I had to have another before I left. I paired it with a cheese borek and a beef pastry, both flavorful and reasonably priced. Everything was served with care on beautiful plates by the cashier, and to my surprise a gentleman even offered a light, pleasant lavender-scented perfume. At checkout I learned he was the owner and the cashier his wife, which definitely explained the genuine hospitality and attention to detail. I'd for sure recommend the place and will definitely be back- the food and coffee were great and the atmosphere alone was worth the visit! read more

Güllüoglu Cafe - Turkish Near Me - Cliffside Park, New Jersey

Amazing new Turkish café with top-notch hospitality and fresh, delicious breakfast dishes. The carrot slice baklava with Turkish ice cream and Turkish tea is a must-try--perfect. Highly recommend! read more

What an amazing cafe! I wish I could give it more than 5 stars! This cafe is so cute inside (definitely instagrammable) and the sweets and drinks were absolutely authentic and delicious! I tried Turkish Tea for the first time; I don't drink coffee so I'm glad they have the tea option! It was slightly bitter and strong but paired sooo well with the turkish delight and baklava that I bought! I highly recommend the turkish delight - the pomegranate one was so so good and not too sweet! The blackberry and pistachio baklava was unique and delicious as well! (Baklava is a bit too sweet for my taste which is why I recommend the turkish delight but both tasted phenomenal!) I want to buy lots and lots of these sweets but they aren't cheap Regardless, I will be coming back for more! read more

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My boyfriend traveled to turkey and came back with a love for the culture and food. We ordered the cheese platter, Turkish tea and the Turkish bagel. Delicious and the perfect way to start our morning. read more

Güllüoglu Cafe - Traditional Turkish cheese platter. - Turkish Near Me - Cliffside Park, New Jersey

WoW... This hidden gem packs a mean punch! A Turkish specialty in sweets and delights, this place will rock your socks off! The pictures don't do it justice as you will need to make a visit to see for yourself. They specialize in sweets and Turkish coffee/tea. The sweets taste fresh, and were not firm or old at all. Came back within 2 days and noticed they replenished the items I ordered, and the taste was just as good. If you are looking to lounge and enjoy some conversation over tea or coffee this place offers indoor seating and sidewalk seating. The indoor seating has quite the setup with colorful furniture. Open for the most part of the day with street parking. read more

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I've been meaning to visit this cafe for the longest time but they close at 10pm. When I was finally in the area early enough for dessert, I was not disappointed at all. The interior is so nice I can hang out here for hours. The lady on the counter was so nice and inviting and explained all questions we had about their selection of Turkish delight. I've always been a fan of baklava so when I tried it in a different flavor, I was surprised at how good the variants are too. Im a fan of the prepacked lukum more than the one with the milky chewy filling we ordered. Will definitely be back! read more

Excellent all around: breakfasts when in season, desserts, Turkish coffee is smooth and not bitter, variety of pogacas!

Cozy, warm, and inviting atmosphere. I came here from Long Island to meet with someone special who I hadn't seen in months, and it was the perfect place for us to catch up and talk and laugh together over a cup of Turkish coffee (with a complimentary Turkish delight in the side). The woman who served us was so sweet and welcoming. If I lived closer I'd come here all the time! read more

Güllüoglu Cafe - Turkish Coffee - Turkish Near Me - Cliffside Park, New Jersey

We were invited to a dinner party and I asked my husband to get baklava. He just told me that he paid $58 for 11 pieces! And they are frozen. I understand that they are coming from Turkey and the cost is high but still way too expensive. Sorry, never visit again. read more

We love this cafe! The pastries are authentic and delicious, the owner is such a sweetheart! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience is calm and makes you feel like you stepped out of NJ and went straight into Turkey[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Güllüoglu Cafe - Our family on a recent visit! - Turkish Near Me - Cliffside Park, New Jersey

Very cozy bakery with delicious treats that will make you want to come right back. The Turkish coffee was a small but powerful hit. The treats were all so tasty. I had the pistachio kadayif which was absolutely decadent. This treat was buttery, sweet and crispy. I really wanted to try every thing but one can only eat so much. The service was great and the environment is very relaxed. Will be back soon. read more

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Surprised to find baklava of this quality in the U.S. To be honest, the flavors here were indistinguishable to me from those at the celebrated Karakoy Gulluoglu in Istanbul. In particular, the chocolate baklava was probably the best I've ever had! read more

Güllüoglu Cafe - Turkish Near Me - Cliffside Park, New Jersey

One of my favorite places to visit while in the area. Absolutely enjoy Turkish coffee , chai and pastries. Always friendly service. read more

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I can't enough of this place! From the pastries to the Turkish coffee, it is all a delight! Their baklava is one of the best that I have ever tasted and everything is freshly hand made. Service is great and the ambiance of the cafe is absolutely beautiful! One of my frequent spots to visit! read more

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We've been to this place a few times. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior is very well decorated[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and the lady who runs the place is very nice giving you a truly authentic Turkish service. Their baklavas are very good with a good selection. read more

I was excited to try out a couple different baklavas including the double pistachio one. Unfortunately because it was late at night (8PM-ish), I think the variety of pastries was dwindling down. If I were to come back, I think I would come much earlier in the day. But I'm still pleasantly surprised that this bakery is open until 10PM. Both the baklava's I got were really good (the walnut and pistachio one). They're very sweet, but in small bites, they fill that after-dinner dessert craving. The chocolate pistachio cake was also amazing because it was not that sweet. The inside was less cake and more mousse, which I don't prefer, but I really enjoyed the interspersed chocolate-covered pistachio nuts inside. I felt weird about dining in because there was no music and no other customers, so we took our pastries to go. The woman at the register was nice & kind. Keep in mind there is a $10 card minimum! read more

Güllüoglu Cafe - Pistachio baklava on the left (~$2), walnut baklava on the right (~$2), and a mini chocolate pistachio cake ($6) - Turkish Near Me - Cliffside Park, New Jersey

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I came here right before the new year with my family. We walked in right towards closing time, not realizing we were so late. We realized and said we would leave and sorry for the inconvenience, but the lady behind the counter insisted we stayed and to not rush at all. She was so friendly and kind and made us delicious turkish coffee. We got some items i dont remember the name but they were so delicious. The lady let us try free samples of turkish delight which was lovely and we bought two boxes. She even gave a free box. The service was amazing and the food and coffee was so delicious. I've never left a yelp review but every time i go back to visit my family i will stop here. I wish I got the ladies name, she was too kind. Could not recommend it more! She created many repeat customers that night. read more

Good Turkish bakery, patisserie and cafe. Can find Mediterranean and Aegean favorites. Look for pogacas, simits, and amazing deserts and get your Turkish tea with them. Service can be sketchy at times, patience helps. read more

Just going to keep this one short and sweet. Some of the best baklava I've had in a long time. I wish I actually purchased more the other day because it didn't last long. Keep up the great work! We will be back!!! read more

Güllüoglu Cafe - Turkish Near Me - Cliffside Park, New Jersey

Great Turkish sweets, lots of different types, always fresh. I've been there lots of time. Highly recommended.

Walnut baklava was one of the best I've had but the regular baklava I've had better; got some Turkish delights as well but those are for dessert tomorrow:) definitely enjoy the new look and ambiance, I haven't been here in a bit and think this is a much better look than the bakery with more pastries it was before read more

Came across this cute Turkish bakery/cafe. They had a bunch of different sweet and savory options. Would def recommend checking it out. The only thing i didn't like was it was extremely hot when i came in and there was no AC. read more

I thought they made Baklava in house, but they actually get it frozen from turkey. I was ok but not the best baklava I've had. I tried their coffee, but it was too strong and very acidic. I did however love their rose flower Turkish delight. read more

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Such a cute hidden gem! Sweet older lady works at the front. All of their sweets look fresh and taste phenomenal. First time trying Turkish coffee- was a little powdery for my liking. However, will definitely be coming back o try all of their desserts and baklava read more

Güllüoglu Cafe - Turkish coffee - Turkish Near Me - Cliffside Park, New Jersey

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I must write the good review on this place as this place is the reason why we need to continue to support the local business and the community! I was at home on thanksgiving morning and they ( I assumed it's owner and his family) came to knock our door and gave us a box of Baklava for thanksgiving gift. How lovely! As soon as I opened the box, the room is full of the wonderful sweet, honey fragrance from the Baklava. I took a bite of it and it's unbelievably crispy, flaky and it's just so many juicy layer of flavor in that tiny little piece, it's is really wonderful! Not only that I am going to share the rest of Baklava with my friends tonight on the Thanksgiving dinner, I've planned to come to the store to get more! read more

Güllüoglu Cafe - Turkish Near Me - Cliffside Park, New Jersey

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This is our dessert place whenever we are at Cliffside Park ! They have loads of varieties . We had different types of baklawas and the Turkish coffee. read more

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I visited a few days ago because my mom saw a documentary on baklavas in Turkey and was obsessed with wanting to try. When we visited, the woman at the counter was so friendly and sweet. She helped us choose the baklavas/pastries. Interior was really clean and cute too, good place to come and do some work or catch up with friends (when covid/quarantine ends). They do allow some indoor seating now and there's also a couple of tables outside the cafe to enjoy your pastries and coffee if you want then and there. We got the pistachio baklava, walnut baklavas- wanted to try the chocolate one everyone raves about in the reviews but they didnt have any that day :(. Also ordered turkish coffee which comes in a really small cute cup and a shot of water on the side to cleanse your palette. (Tip on how to drink Turkish coffee: take gradual sips so that the grinds on the bottom dont get stuck in your throat lol, and then take a sip of water and so on so forth--this is what google taught me so take it as you will haha) Overall I'm rating this place a 3 because the service was great and the lady was really sweet but the baklavas and coffee wasn't that great as opposed to ones i've had before (baklava and turkish coffee). Baklavas felt day(s) old... and we got another cheese danish pastry which was crusty and tasted old too read more

Güllüoglu Cafe - Turkish coffee with shot of water Pistachio and walnut baklavas - Turkish Near Me - Cliffside Park, New Jersey

The food is absolutely DELICIOUS!! There are also a lot of options: baklava, chocolate and regular croissant, Turkish delights, Turkish pastries, Turkish coffee and tea, etc... I was immediately greeted by the warm smile of the workers- you can tell the store is run with love. The store is also incredibly clean. Would 100% recommend. I will be coming back. read more

The best place in Cliffside Park! Amazing food and great staff! Make sure to try Turkish tea and pistachio cake read more

3/5 because The food is ok, not amazing and nothing I couldn't make myself (and I don't pride myself of cooking skills) They make the food to order The place is clean - a bit outdated but ok Good seating area The service is slow but ok in its own way The price is more than what I thought it should be for what it is Now at the end of the day, eggs, bastirma and sujuk can only be what they are But 1. The eggs got stuck to the pan 2. Would've liked 3 eggs rather than 2 3. Some salt and maybe a couple slices of tomato or pepper would've been nice 4. The bread wasn't the best 5. Sad presentation Again; I ate the whole thing and wasn't left hungry But it could be so much better, especially when nearby restaurants serve the same dish for a similar price but it's about 3x better there instead read more

Güllüoglu Cafe - Turkish Near Me - Cliffside Park, New Jersey

Went here on a whim for baklava. Ended up getting baklava, lokum, Turkish coffee and tea. Felt like I was in Istanbul. Super warm and friendly staff make this a great late night stop. I can't wait to go back. read more

Everything was expired and rotted. Its shame they got nerves to sell. They get most of their items frozen from Turkey and they still fail. I gave 2 stars because people are nice there. read more

One of the best Turkish bakeries I have ever been to. They closed the one in Astoria, and I'm glad that this is still open. Selection is awesome, employees are very friendly and will explain you how the sweets are made, if you ask. Along with baklava, I always pick up their puddings. It's delicious and mouth-watering. Parking is very easy, have always found one right in front of the store. Give this place a try, you won't regret. Their packaging is very elegant so if you are visiting friends,family and want to bring desert, this is a great place to be. read more

Everything was delicious and the ladies there are so sweet. The bathroom was pretty much spotless and everything in the bakery is so clean and tidy! read more

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This is a gem in Cliffside! We walked in because the business next door was closed. This was not like anything I've had in the area! The Poachas (not sure of the spelling) are the best I've had in other places and the nice lady there told us, they are from Turkey. Very different from the ones made here and now I'm obsessed! The sweets were the same, not overly sweet and the flavors are quite unusual. Amazing place! and I cannot wait to try more there. read more

This place broke our prejudice against walnut baklava! Hands down one of the best baklavas. Also the tea is phenomenal, must have with the baklava! read more

I went to this cafe yesterday for the first time and I enjoyed it so much that I took my whole family back today. The best baklava we have ever tasted, and so different from any we have ever tried. There were so many delicious options on baklava, Turkish Delights, and candies. We loved the Turkish Tres Leches Cake, Turkish coffee and coffee as well. We will definitely go back as soon as we can. read more

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