Cafe Orlin
(Now Closed)Café, Mediterranean Restaurant, and Breakfast Spot$$$$
East Village, New York
Has a stamp of approval from Serious Eats and New York Habitat
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BravoNovember 11, 2010East Village location where every meal is cheap and delicious. Always impressed. -Eric Wolitzky, Top Chef Just Desserts
Brandon SidesSeptember 8, 2014The mussels are light and fabulous, they come with fries though, so if you're hungry it's still a good choice.
M MDecember 31, 2015Good brunch. I liked the eggs with labna with a side of chicken & pistachio sausage.
This place is pretty jammed on the weekends... their 5-seat bar is a good, low-key alternative to waiting for a table. Plus, you'll get the quickest Bloody Mary refill in the house.
Sarah SeedsApril 22, 2012Brunch is AMAZING. Mimosa + Huevos Rancheros = WIN. Steak and eggs, smoked salmon bagel, AND the breakfast sandwich are also winners.
Wow. Like. The steak and eggs with spinach sauce. You won't regret it.
Melissa FordAugust 16, 2016Love the hummus plate with the mixed green side salad. Vanilla latte is delicious.
Frances M.February 21, 2013Great for brunch. Try the brunch specials & pancakes. Filling and delicious. Come early on weekends. Otherwise, expect a long wait.
MichaelJanuary 24, 2017Nothing particularly outstanding here, just good fresh Middle Eastern influenced food in a home-style setting.
Brittany WynnJune 12, 2016Just about everything, pastas, sandwiches, salads, iced chais, soups, breakfast.
LauraAugust 10, 2011Great brunch spot. Sit outside, nurse a cup of coffee (and/or a hangover) and order the smoked salmon and cream cheese omelette. Delicious.
My favorite place for steak and eggs! The pumpkin pa cakes are also great.
Im surprised this is listed as a breakfast place when they have such a great dinner menu. Chicken Schnitzel is fantastic.
Omer ZachJuly 22, 2014The malawach (a Yemenite crêpe-like dish) is a great choice at brunch. The pumpkin pancakes too.
Michael TiffanyJanuary 13, 2012Order the humbly named chicken sausage on the side. It's house-made, and it's astounding, with pistachios and brilliant spices.
Sam WinnickFebruary 17, 2015I love the brunch here. The potato pancake with fried eggs is awesome!!!
Kathryn PhillipsApril 3, 2015Everything is good. Great brunch. Get there before 10 to avoid the wait
Sarah OngSeptember 26, 2015For appetizers, try the avocado toast and hummus with mushrooms. Soo good! 😋
Mitra SalaselJanuary 8, 2016Green omelette stuffed with middle eastern herbs + Arab pita(the real kind) = best EV breakfast
Camila CeminSeptember 27, 2014Malawach for brunch is simply amazing!!! Extra french fries are a must!
New York HabitatNovember 17, 2011This place is often packed for brunch and for good reason. The pumpkin pancakes are all they're cracked up to be, and outdoor seating makes it great for people watching.- Eva GuadamillasSeptember 27, 2015Eggs Norwegian are consistently better than anywhere else I've been for brunch
Gabrielle ShinerAugust 11, 2013Great classic brunch spot with a couple vegan options. Also has outdoor seating!
Steak & eggs is my go to choice at brunch. Coffee is delicious.- Simran JaisingJanuary 27, 2013delicious group brunch spot. middle eastern twist is integrated into brunch staples. pita replaces bread.
Jessie ChenJanuary 16, 2015Great atmosphere! Will have to come back when tjs warm for the outdoor seating
The smoked salmon with eggs, potatoes, and hollandaise sauce is amazing. So is the brioche French toast. Best brunch I've had in NYC!
Cadiea SchusterJanuary 13, 2014Such a cute place with great service! Brunch here was an enjoyable experience! :)
Chris BruceMarch 8, 2015If you like bacon, the eggs blackstone is a nice variation on eggs benedict for you
Kate FurmanMay 3, 2015Get here early to avoid long lines. They don't serve alcohol before noon on Sundays per NYC law.
Susan LohMarch 3, 2012if you're feeling adventurous, get the malawach. delicious fried dough, fresh tomato relish, and eggs. unbeatable!
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- Mon–Thu
- 9:00 AM–1:00 AM
- Fri
- 9:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Sat–Sun
- 8:30 AM–2:00 AM
(212) 777-1447
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Parking
Street
Restroom
Yes
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Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
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