Cafe Tabarka
Downtown Jersey City · Jersey City · Steep Index 7.9/10
A Turkish-leaning cafe on Erie Street with a warm room, a welcoming owner and a menu of brunch and desserts. Order the food, not the latte.
The Steep Index
The room and the welcome are the draw. The tall latte was flat and milky, with the coffee buried, so the drink is what holds the score at 8.0. Come to sit, work or watch the street.
- Coffee / Drink Quality: 6.7/10
- Atmosphere: 8.8/10
- Solo-Friendliness: 8.8/10
- Value: 7.4/10
- Staying Power: 8.0/10
- Overall: 7.9/10
Perfect for: working alone, reading, people watching
The Space
A welcoming room with nice light and a relaxed feel, easy to settle into. The owner was behind the counter and happy to talk.
The Coffee
The tall latte was a bit flat, and the milk overpowered the coffee. The menu leans on Turkish-inspired brunch and desserts, so the food is the better reason to sit down.
A taste of Turkey in downtown Jersey City, with the best seat for an unhurried afternoon.
The Vibe
Good for sitting and chilling, watching people go by, or getting some work done. Nobody hurries you.
The Verdict
Skip the latte and order from the brunch and dessert menu. If you need a table for the afternoon near Erie Street, this one works.
Practical information
- Address: 18 Erie St, Jersey City, NJ 07302, United States
- Price: $
- Type: turkish cafe
- Laptop friendly
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