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Cafe Orlin

(Now Closed)

Café, Mediterranean Restaurant, and Breakfast Spot$$$$

East Village, New York

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Cafe Orlin

The experts at Serious Eats and New York Habitat recommend this place

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Raquel GCMarch 5, 2017
Delicious food and great coffee! I ordered the middle eastern brunch and i couldn't have been more impressed. The yemenite brunch and bread is also delicious. An absolute must visit in NYC
ChristianaNovember 26, 2016
Amazing amazing brunch and service. I got the egg florentine and breakfast blend tea. Ask for their homemade hot sauce. I never tasted anything like this! It's to die for.
honeywhatscooking.comFebruary 7, 2016
Everything from the Tunisian Eggs to the Huevos Rancheros to the Pumpkin Pancakes was so good, but the Home Fries were the best! And the Americano! TIP: They do Weekday Brunch!
Natalia MarinApril 23, 2016
The benedicts were perfectly done with very savory house fries. The pumpkin pancakes are to die for. I was skeptic with the yogurt sauce but it's the perfect combination. The right portions. COME!
Ranu RajkarnikarNovember 8, 2014
The crowd looks insane but tables move fast, don't let it scare you away. Steak and eggs and pancakes are the way to go. And the standard 4 brunch drinks - OJ, bloody, water, coffee.
Lane RettigJune 8, 2014
Pumpkin pancakes and Tunisian eggs are to die for. Seriously. Likely the best brunch I've had in New York.
Katja HaackOctober 23, 2015
Great selection of breakfast! I loved the potatoes which were served with the poached eggs. The pancakes with blueberries and banana were also perfectly fluffy. The dishes were definitely worth money
Sara RadakovicSeptember 27, 2016
Perfect spot for breakfast. Middle eastern eggs ( scrumble eggs) was delicious and service was prompt!
Jay GaoOctober 13, 2016
Everything is great about this place, the atmosphere, the drinks, the food of course, the steak and eggs with their spinach sauce is absolutely amazing. My #1 goto place when I go to NYC.
Iga JakubikOctober 2, 2016
Both Norwegian and Florentine Eggs were fantastic. Portions were quite generous as well. Big plus for fresh orange juice and coffee included:)
Celine CMay 2, 2016
Been here 10+ times
One of my favorite places in NYC. So sad they took mushroom ravioli off the menu :( wonderful burgers, salads and pasta dishes. Also recommend hummus platter and fried calamari!
Divya MenonApril 20, 2014
Get the chicken pistachio sausage, they are sooooo good! Of course you can't finish brunch here without their famous pumpkin pancakes and delicious cappuccino!
Joury AlSeptember 1, 2016
LOVE IT! I tried the omelette with spinach and feta cheese and it was great. I went there on Sunday for brunch and the atmosphere was amazing. The whole staff were one of the best in NYC. Recommended
Ale TowerJuly 10, 2016
Very good, huge pancakes. Loved the eggs on muffin with lox and hollandaise (we called them Eggs Royale in England, they call them Eggs Norway or something). Coffee could be improved.
Chirag KotechaJanuary 17, 2016
The two eggs breakfast was great! Scrambled eggs were lovely, with good cappuccinos and fresh fruit too. I'd definitely recommend for breakfast / brunch
Bitches Who BrunchOctober 16, 2015
The Bitches Say: B+. This quaint East Village establishment is affordable and accommodating, but stick to the Middle Eastern menu items. Read more
Simon KratzerJanuary 18, 2017
The potato pancakes are my favorite.
Nas BenaliAugust 1, 2015
Loved the Eggs Norwegian and Eggs Blackstone from their Brunch Features menu. The capuccino was delicious.
Ina LiFebruary 8, 2015
Mediterranean breakfast for 12 dollars. Delicious pita bread with cheese
CatarinaJune 7, 2016
Avocado on toast, delicious. Wifi password: breakfast.
Alyssa AndersonJanuary 7, 2016
The best chicken I've ever had is the chicken schnitzel. I'm not joking. It's perfectly breaded. There is so many excellent choices (including the hummus platter!) and foods to broaden your horizons.
GothamistJanuary 20, 2015
Take a stroll here for some inexpensive pancake action. Try the pumpkin pancakes with cinnamon yogurt or the Millet Pancakes served with home made chicken sausage, goat cheese, & beet salad. Read more
DinaApril 25, 2014
Local gem. Around for years, always good, unpretentious food. A great stop for lunch and can always get a seat on a weekend. Hijiki salad with shrimp and grilled calamari with arugula - a must!
Mullica ZudsiriJuly 29, 2015
Loved the chicken skewer and guava spritzer. Salmon was good but not the show stopper. Loved the outdoor seating.
HolidaySeptember 27, 2017
After 17 years of hitting up Orlin for my favorite breakfast, Middle Eastern breakfast with side of chicken pistachio sausage, Cafe Orlin is closing. Thank you Cafe Orlin for your wonderful service.
Jinnie LNovember 14, 2014
had a great brunch♥ pumpkin pancake with cinnamon yogurt was really delish! I don't like pumpkin flavored food/drinks, so good job cafe orlin!! :) cappuccino was good too!
Chad HornerMarch 6, 2016
pumpkin pancakes come topped with cinnamon yogurt; not as sweet as you might expect
Perri SilverAugust 11, 2013
This one one of my favorite brunch spots in the east village! The smoked salmon Benedict and Mediterranean breakfast are delicious. The herb omelette is good too, but it is extremely herby so beware!
Ryan BrightSeptember 21, 2014
Tried the Middle Eastern breakfast. Poached eggs weren't very flavorful. Labna had a perfect, creamy texture. Israeli salad was one of the best I've had recently. Overall, very balance dish.
Lee HoffmanOctober 4, 2012
Indonesian Chicken is very good - hummus is pretty good (maybe get it without tomatoes and onions)
ShivanDecember 5, 2016
My gosh, the pumpkin pancakes are so good. But I prefer the Tunisian Eggs dish.
Joanne ReinardMay 1, 2016
Great service and food! We sat on the terrace since the weather was nice and couldn't have a better experience. The food was awesome too! I will go back for sure
The Corcoran GroupJuly 9, 2013
An East Village brunch staple - cheap and consistently delicious. The pumpkin pancakes are to die for, trust us!
DinaApril 29, 2014
Great, inexpensive, unpretentious food. Same menu served all day, a great option for the twilight eating hours 3-5, when most places are closed. Hijiki salad with shrimp and calamari are a must.
Andrew CMay 12, 2016
wonderful brunch place - sat outside and got delicious iced Americano, best omelette I've had in ages, and just great atmosphere!!
Betül YILDIZ 🌴October 12, 2014
Great brunch! I love them giving really fresh squeezed orange juice and great coffee!
Tavo DeObalMay 8, 2017
The avocado toast with home fries and choice of eggs. Delicious breakfast.
Bobby NooromidSeptember 29, 2013
While it's definitely a go-to brunch spot, the food's always delicious and service is always fast, note that they (surprisingly) don't offer free refills on coffee and don't take American Express.
Katie MillerOctober 15, 2012
Reasonable prices, great food and a good selection of caffeinated drinks. Had the pumpkin pancakes with cinnamon yogurt sauce and they were delicious! Will definitely be going back to try more of menu
Asim JaweedJanuary 21, 2013
Been here 5+ times
American brunch with the right level of authentic middle eastern flair. Grab a side of lebni with pita as a starter. Graduate to the Tunisian omelette and ask for the homemade hot sauce.
Halstead PropertyJuly 10, 2013
Help yourself to that warm, fall-time flavor we love during all 4 seasons. A creamy cinnamon yogurt served over a plate of hot, fluffy pumpkin pancakes captures a balance of sensational tastes.
Genesis MJuly 15, 2014
I ordered the breakfast sandwich & the bf ordered pumpkin pancakes. One bite of his breakfast and I didn't even want mine anymore. Girls (and guys), just get the pancakes. You'll thank me later.
David SiuOctober 9, 2017
Delicious pancakes. Diana’s breakfast (hummus, tabouleh, fried eggs), I can eat these everyday.
Lori LuoAugust 10, 2014
Come for brunch and a chance to try the Mediterranean-inspired menu. Plates are all affordable, and include the typical omelette, sandwiches, and pancake options.
NetsirkJune 13, 2012
Come here after a good night for some desserts or coffee before sobering up. I recommend their delicious tiramisu made just right with their iced mint tea (unsweetened). Beware: I saw a spider there.
Hal KirklandJune 9, 2013
Order what u like but you simply have to talk to this guy. He works here. He's totally insane but he crushes furniture for fun. its AWEsome! just don't spill condiments on your hands he might eat you.
Ms HeleneDecember 13, 2012
Good soy latte if you can get into this popular spot. It's bigger than it looks from the outside and the line moves so worth the wait!
Greg JacobsMarch 30, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Been eating here for as long as I have lived in New York. Patio is great in the warm and it's cozy inside during the winter. Goat cheese salad is wonderful!
MeredithAugust 26, 2016
Loads of delicious Mediterranean breakfast options at a reasonable price. Sit outside with a mimosa and take in the city vibes!
TeresaAugust 19, 2014
Great for brunch! Portion sizes are hearty. Try the pumpkin pancake!

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