Maybe this is coming from a Piney bumpkin, but everywhere up here felt very expensive to eat. There was not a singe meal I bought on my three day visit here that was less than $50. For that reason, I'm not going to comment on the price. This place was no different, but it was the only place that felt like it was worth it.Some of the best vegan meats and cheeses I've ever had, my girl and I were thrilled at the delicious taste and good potion sizes. Not the place had comfortable outdoor seating, a short wait time for food, and friendly staff, which is tough to find in the city.We specifically went there because I had one told my girlfriend that the only reason I am not vegetarian like she is is because I draw the line at pork roll. I didn't think I could give it up, those delicious pork roll, egg, and cheese bagels that have become a staple of my diet. I am not kidding when I tell you that he pork roll on the sandwiches at Kaya's Kitchen is some of the best pork roll I've ever had. Not even in comparison to other vegan options, it's just better than much of the real pork roll I've had. If I could get this stuff all the time (and I'm going to try) I would be vegetarian entirely.The food was delicious, the prices were reasonable for the area, and the portions were bigger than most. I only wish it were closer so I could go back more often!
De'Ashia Jones
Horrible experience. I stopped in for a beyond burger and the cook smashed my burger with his bare hands. A little in a rush I let him proceed being that he claimed to have washed his hands but I should have stopped him at that moment. He was texting on his phone and then scratched his face, I was seriously hoping the next step wasn’t to touch my food but it was. When I addressed my concern about him touching his face & asked if he could wear gloves, he snatched the burger and tossed it in the trash. Threw a new one on the grill, made the burger and left it on the counter. I’m standing there still waiting for my home fries for another 5 minutes and the young lady at the register then says that’s yours as she’s walking out the door. When I asked for the home fries she said they didn’t have anymore
Sandra Leith
My favorite sandwich there is the Jersey Devil add avocado. It’s delicious.
Jay Bird
Always amazing! Friend of mine brought me here and now every time I visit Nj this is a stop on my list. My favorite is the gyro. It seriously tastes better than the real thing! The maple master and cheesesteak are also really good. I highly recommend this place they know all about flavor and creating delicious healthy food. The staff has always been super cool too!
David Nascimento
If you were not looking for it, you might miss this great little spot for a quick bite. Kaya's Cafe is the positive existential image of "hole in the wall" for vegan grub. Luckily I chose a day that was a perfect sunny day to ride into Asbury Park, for it allowed me to sit outside on the couple of tables they have set up and enjoy a meal to refuel me back home, otherwise there is no indoor seating. I had the tofu scrambled breakfast wrap, which was adequately stuffed with tofu, beans, home fries, and salsa, and can with a side of more home fries (8/10). This hit the stop, it had great flavor and filled you up just enough to make sure you had room for one (or two) of their baked goods, which I had to get. I tried their pumpkin spice muffin, and when I mean tried, I mean scarffed down the whole thing, the best part of it was the delicious crumble on top (9/10). I will certainly be back to Kaya's Cafe once the weather warms up again to try their other menu items.
Dori Sabik
OMG so delicious that I'm already planning my next visit there. I had the Master Maple, I'm speechless, it was that good. Kudos Kaya's, looking forward to your new place in Princeton.
Keith Reilly
Absolutely delicious!! I frequently get the breakfast burrito, but everything else I've tried is great too! Best vegan food around.
Brett Fenstermacher
Stopped in for breakfast today and grabbed the Belly-Buster! Everyones super friendly, and the food was great! Rock on Kaya's!
Walter Sosa
Fantastic Food, always friendly, fresh and fast service.
just like the original Kaya’s Kitchen, I really enjoyed my trip to Kaya’s Cafe. the location is. small little walk-up counter inside the lakehouse, nicely designed for convenient vegan takeout. if you’ve been looking for a vegan porkroll egg and cheez the Jersey Devil is IT. totally next level, the porkroll was outrageously accurate, meaty and delicious. my boyfriend enjoyed a very tasty cheesesteak. we split some homefries and french toast. everything was extraordinarily good. the food was ready quickly and the staff was friendly and efficient. they also had tasty desserts by local baker Desired Dish (I believe they also carry Vegan Treats!) and a selection of great cane sugar sodas. I can’t wait to go back!
Daniela Bella
We literally just housed our Yee-rows! So amazingly good! All of the luck to you in this new spot
Donna Martemucci
Well Kaya's in Belmar my favorite restaurant...can't wait for Asbury location to open...food is just delicious!!!
MOST FIRE VEGAN BREAKFAST SANDWICH EVER
Maybe this is coming from a Piney bumpkin, but everywhere up here felt very expensive to eat. There was not a singe meal I bought on my three day visit here that was less than $50. For that reason, I'm not going to comment on the price. This place was no different, but it was the only place that felt like it was worth it.Some of the best vegan meats and cheeses I've ever had, my girl and I were thrilled at the delicious taste and good potion sizes. Not the place had comfortable outdoor seating, a short wait time for food, and friendly staff, which is tough to find in the city.We specifically went there because I had one told my girlfriend that the only reason I am not vegetarian like she is is because I draw the line at pork roll. I didn't think I could give it up, those delicious pork roll, egg, and cheese bagels that have become a staple of my diet. I am not kidding when I tell you that he pork roll on the sandwiches at Kaya's Kitchen is some of the best pork roll I've ever had. Not even in comparison to other vegan options, it's just better than much of the real pork roll I've had. If I could get this stuff all the time (and I'm going to try) I would be vegetarian entirely.The food was delicious, the prices were reasonable for the area, and the portions were bigger than most. I only wish it were closer so I could go back more often!
Horrible experience. I stopped in for a beyond burger and the cook smashed my burger with his bare hands. A little in a rush I let him proceed being that he claimed to have washed his hands but I should have stopped him at that moment. He was texting on his phone and then scratched his face, I was seriously hoping the next step wasn’t to touch my food but it was. When I addressed my concern about him touching his face & asked if he could wear gloves, he snatched the burger and tossed it in the trash. Threw a new one on the grill, made the burger and left it on the counter. I’m standing there still waiting for my home fries for another 5 minutes and the young lady at the register then says that’s yours as she’s walking out the door. When I asked for the home fries she said they didn’t have anymore
My favorite sandwich there is the Jersey Devil add avocado. It’s delicious.
Always amazing! Friend of mine brought me here and now every time I visit Nj this is a stop on my list. My favorite is the gyro. It seriously tastes better than the real thing! The maple master and cheesesteak are also really good. I highly recommend this place they know all about flavor and creating delicious healthy food. The staff has always been super cool too!
If you were not looking for it, you might miss this great little spot for a quick bite. Kaya's Cafe is the positive existential image of "hole in the wall" for vegan grub. Luckily I chose a day that was a perfect sunny day to ride into Asbury Park, for it allowed me to sit outside on the couple of tables they have set up and enjoy a meal to refuel me back home, otherwise there is no indoor seating. I had the tofu scrambled breakfast wrap, which was adequately stuffed with tofu, beans, home fries, and salsa, and can with a side of more home fries (8/10). This hit the stop, it had great flavor and filled you up just enough to make sure you had room for one (or two) of their baked goods, which I had to get. I tried their pumpkin spice muffin, and when I mean tried, I mean scarffed down the whole thing, the best part of it was the delicious crumble on top (9/10). I will certainly be back to Kaya's Cafe once the weather warms up again to try their other menu items.
OMG so delicious that I'm already planning my next visit there. I had the Master Maple, I'm speechless, it was that good. Kudos Kaya's, looking forward to your new place in Princeton.
Absolutely delicious!! I frequently get the breakfast burrito, but everything else I've tried is great too! Best vegan food around.
Stopped in for breakfast today and grabbed the Belly-Buster! Everyones super friendly, and the food was great! Rock on Kaya's!
Fantastic Food, always friendly, fresh and fast service.
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Best vegan food in New Jersey!
just like the original Kaya’s Kitchen, I really enjoyed my trip to Kaya’s Cafe. the location is. small little walk-up counter inside the lakehouse, nicely designed for convenient vegan takeout. if you’ve been looking for a vegan porkroll egg and cheez the Jersey Devil is IT. totally next level, the porkroll was outrageously accurate, meaty and delicious. my boyfriend enjoyed a very tasty cheesesteak. we split some homefries and french toast. everything was extraordinarily good. the food was ready quickly and the staff was friendly and efficient. they also had tasty desserts by local baker Desired Dish (I believe they also carry Vegan Treats!) and a selection of great cane sugar sodas. I can’t wait to go back!
We literally just housed our Yee-rows! So amazingly good! All of the luck to you in this new spot
Well Kaya's in Belmar my favorite restaurant...can't wait for Asbury location to open...food is just delicious!!!