Cafe Airlie — Restaurant in Newark

This place was recommended by a coworker since we both wanted a decent pastrami sandwich and our regular go to is currently closed. I went in believing it was a good idea. The place was clean and the customer service was good. The wait time was not too long, even though they were starting to get a little busy. I ordered a pastrami on rye with lettuce, tomatoes and mustard. My coworker ordered just pastrami on rye. They do not have pickles. Prices were reasonable. When I got to my office and opened my sandwich, I was disappointed with what I saw. Grease! The wrapping was soaked in grease. The bread was dark and mushy with grease, and the grease was oozing out of the sandwich. The bread on the side of my sandwich that had the lettuce was still normal looking rye, because the lettuce was a type of barrier. My coworker had the same issue with her sandwich. Grease oozing out of the sandwich and soaking the bread! Since we were hungry, she and I tried to blot the grease with paper towels so we could at least eat the pastrami. That didn't work because, not only was it greasy, it was entirely too salty! My coworker said she loves salt, but it was way too salty even for her. This lunch was inedible for both of us! Time and money wasted!...

This sun-shined Street, is seconds off of Broad street Newark. Cafe Airlie is like walking into Cheers (The 80’s TV show where everyone knows your name). The owner/ manager is the friendliest person. Calling everyone that walk in by name. I soon felt like I was eating breakfast in my living and talking with my family. Everyone one that came in seems to interact. It really felt like home. The breakfast platter was yummy. Yesterday I had a chopped salad. Checkout their menu. I’m sure you’ll find something you like. Shop local. Eat with friends or family. This cafe was clean and had spacious seating. The staff was...

So good that I didn’t have time to take a picture of the food!

This place is truly a gem and with all good things, there’s high demand! My best recommendation would be not to go during lunch. I was fortunate enough to just beat the rush hour!

One of the employees recommended the Airlie which comes with chicken cutlet and Rueben with lettuce, tomatoes and onions. They also added chipotle sauce and I can genuinely say my first was magical!

Don’t take my word for it, try...