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About Cafe Lafayette

Cafe Lafayette is a casual cafe serving up delicious drinks and comfort food as well as Korean specialty dishes in the Bergen-Lafayette neighborhood of Jersey City.

Located in the Be-La apartments. Cafe Lafayette features an extensive menu which caters to a variety of tastes and serves breakfast all day. We also feature popular seasonal items that are sure to satisfy.

We feature live Jazz music once a month by local artists, host seasonal vendor markets as well as the occasional private event which can be catered to your specific needs.

  • "A daily stop for me and my pup. Easily some of the nicest staff, all of which greet me and my dog by our names. I've gotten everything from just coffee/matcha to full breakfasts and lunches, and they never disappoint. Always my go to spot when I have people visiting from out of town, everyone loves it. And on top of all of that, they're always hosting events to bring the community together in fun ways. Couldn't recommend more."

    Jennifer Ogasian, Jersey City, NJ
  • "We visited this cafe for breakfast and had a wonderful experience. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, making it a great place to start the day. The veg burger was absolutely amazing-fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Definitely a spot worth visiting again! 😊"

    Anurag Rawat, Jersey City, NJ
  • "Great place to grab a post workout meal and kick back or even lunch with clients. I'm at the point where they remember my order lol. But overall great spot. They have a pretty large variety being I'm pescatarian so my options are generally limited most places."

    Kip Smith, Jersey City, NJ
  • Hot coffee and an iced espresso drink on the bar
  • Cafe Lafayette wall sign on herringbone wood
  • Espresso poured into a branded Cafe Lafayette cup at the bar
  • Steaming milk for handcrafted lattes and cappuccinos
  • Espresso pulled at the bar with Cafe Lafayette house blend
  • Fresh espresso streaming into a metal shot pitcher
  • Barista pulling shots at the espresso bar with chalkboard menus behind
  • Professional espresso machine and bar setup at Cafe Lafayette
  • Barista crafting drinks behind the espresso bar
Menu
  • Hot Beverages

    Small 12 oz · Large 20 oz.

    All Small espresso drinks feature (1) shot of espresso while ALL Large espresso drinks feature (2) shots

  • Cold Beverages

    Small 16 oz · Large 24 oz.

    All small caffeinated drinks are made with a single shot of espresso. Large sizes come with a double shot.

    Seasonal lattes — ask about availability.

  • Juices & Smoothies
  • Egg Sandwiches

    All egg sandwiches include two scrambled-fried eggs, choice of cheese, and your choice of bread (see Breakfast Specialties for bread & cheese options).

    Egg sandwich modifiers: Substitute egg whites +$1.50 · Double egg whites +$2.50 · Extra egg +$1.50 · Extra cheese +$1.00 · Add cream cheese +$0.75 · Add hash brown inside +$1.50 · Add roasted potato inside +$1.00 · Add lettuce, tomato, or onion +$0.75 each · Add feta +$1.50 · Add goat cheese +$2 · Add vegan cheese +$2 · Add butter +$0.50 · Add spicy mayo +$0.50 · Side of Mike's Hot Honey +$1.75

  • Breakfast Specialties

    Bread choices: Brioche roll, ciabatta roll, croissant, everything or plain bagel, sourdough / whole wheat / multigrain toast, flour or whole wheat wraps. Gluten-free bread available.

    Cheese: American, Swiss, cheddar, feta, goat — vegan cheese available for an extra charge.

    Condiments: Salt, pepper, ketchup, Frank's Hot Sauce, spicy mayo, Mike's Hot Honey, jelly, butter, sour cream, plain mayo, soy sauce, gochujang (bibimbap sauce).

  • French Toast

    Modifiers: Extra fruit +$2.50 · Extra bacon +$2.50 · Extra syrup +$0.50 · Side of eggs +$3.75

  • Open Faced Toast

    Modifiers: Extra avocado +$2.50 · Extra salmon +$6 · Fried egg +$1.50 · Fried egg whites +$2 · Just Egg patty +$2.50 · Gluten-free bread +$1.50 · Veggie/scallion cream cheese +$1 · Feta/goat +$2

  • Omelettes & Egg Platters

    All omelettes and platters include home fries, side salad, or assorted toast with butter. Toast: sourdough, whole wheat, or multigrain. French fries or one hash brown may be substituted at no extra charge.

    Platter modifiers: Egg whites +$1.50 / double +$2.50 · Extra egg +$1.50 · Extra cheese +$1 · Avocado +$2.50 · Lettuce/tomato/onion +$0.75 · Feta +$2 · Goat +$2.50 · Vegan cheese +$2 · Bacon, sausage, honey turkey, Taylor ham, honey ham +$2 each · Double meat +$3.50

  • Classic Lunch Sandwiches

    All lunch sandwiches include French fries, side salad, or house-made potato chips. Home fries or one hash brown may be substituted at no extra charge.

    Modifiers: Extra cheese +$1 · Spicy mayo +$0.50 · Double bacon +$2 · Double fries +$2.75 · Fried egg +$1.50

  • Specialty Lunch Sandwiches

    Includes French fries, side salad, or house-made potato chips. Home fries or one hash brown may be substituted at no extra charge.

    Modifiers: Double meat +$6.99 · Avocado +$2.50 · Lettuce/tomato/onion +$0.75 · Extra cheese +$1 · Spicy mayo +$0.50 · Double bacon +$2 · Double fries +$2.75 · Fried egg +$1.50 · Side gochujang +$1

  • Small Bites

    Sharables modifiers: Double meat +$6.99 · Avocado +$2.50 · Extra jalapeños +$1 · Extra cheese +$1 · Spicy mayo +$0.50 · Extra sour cream +$0.75 · Double bacon +$2 · Fried egg +$1.50

  • Salads

    All salad dressings served on the side.

    Salad modifiers: Shredded cheese +$1 · Avocado +$2.50 · Lettuce/tomato/onion +$0.75 · Cherry tomatoes +$1.50 · Feta +$2 · Goat +$2.50 · Vegan cheese +$2 · Double meat +$3.50 · Extra croutons +$1 · Extra dressing +$0.75

  • Rice Bowls & Specialty Dishes
  • Asian Style Soups
  • Pastries
  • Extras
Gallery
  • Overhead brunch spread of sandwiches, bowls, and Cafe Lafayette coffee on dark wood
  • Brunch spread with French toast, berries, croissant sandwich, and club sandwich on dark wood
  • Sunlit table of sandwiches and a Cafe Lafayette coffee, bagel plate held in hand
  • Smiling pick-up at the counter with a Cafe Lafayette to-go order

Cafe Lafayette Favorites

Our dining room feels super cozy but is also large enough where if you’re “working from home” you don’t feel cramped with the person sitting next to you. During the afternoon hours, the sunlight dances across the dining room.

Larger community tables can feature a large brunch spread with the family, or if you just want a little more elbow room.. Behind it all, Our proprietary “Cafe Lafayette House Blend” is roasted in Virginia in small batches. And even our iced coffee features an exclusive “espresso roast” while a lot of coffee shops just cool down their leftover house blend, we take pride in serving our customers the best of both worlds! Come find out for yourself what makes Cafe Lafayette different than the rest..

Contact

Hours
Mon, Wed-Fri: 7AM-4PM | Sat-Sun: 8AM-5PM | Tue: Closed

74 Maple St,
Jersey City, NJ 07304

Phone: (814) 830-3333