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Cobble Hill, Brooklyn · New York City

Yemen Café (Atlantic Avenue)

World cuisineLocals' pick

Anchor of the Yemeni enclave around Court Street and Atlantic Avenue since 1986, acting as a community dining room with fluorescent light, a fish tank and tea in paper cups. Every meal starts with free marag lamb broth, salad and bread from the clay oven; the lamb haneeth is the dish.

Address
176 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Hours
Mon-Thu 10:00-23:00; Fri 14:00-23:00; Sat-Sun 10:00-23:00 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-10)
Best time to go
Afternoon, Evening · About 1 h
Price
Lunch lamb chops $15.95 (The Infatuation)
Price level
$$

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Good to know

  • No alcohol; sweet spiced tea is poured throughout the meal.
  • Weekday lunch has discounted smaller plates.
  • Opens at 14:00 on Fridays.

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