Revelator Paloma Cafe

This. Place. Is. So. Good.

I shared the Asopao De Gandules, Sofrito Shakshuka, and Yucca Fries with my friend. Neither of us has a single bad bite. This meal honestly left me speechless and craving more and more.

I don't know what else to say other than you NEED to go here.

A coffee brand started this restaurant, but I am not a coffee drinker so I ordered tea. Bergamot (flavored with the peel of an orange-ish fruit) was not bad, but not the best such drink I've had. Their food options are eclectic Latin American, and have a good number of vegan takes on things, including the torta, a sandwich, which I tried.

The torta with black beans and peppers in a crisp roll was tasty, messy, and not overly filling. It came with sweet potato chips on the side; they had an odd slightly soft texture and I'm not 100% sure if they were fried or how else they might have been prepared, but they were good.

It was a pleasant little space, albeit with no outdoor seating, and quite well attended when I dropped in. I wasn't particularly impressed with the value for lunch-I could definitely get cheaper and better lunches even in the nice parts of the city-but the menu offered enough intrigue and the food was good enough that I could see returning.

My friends and I stumbled upon Paloma for brunch, and had a really pleasant experience. First off, for large parties be ready to Venmo each other as they will not split checks. Not a huge inconvenience, but heads up. I ordered their chai latte to start and was super pleased that it wasn't too sugary. My friends and I all ordered different items to share, so here goes:

Must get: the biscuits and gravy. So amazing. The gravy is so unique and the over easy egg on top only made it that more mouth-watering. The yogurt bowl was also incredible, I'm not sure what yogurt they use but it was some of my favorite yogurt ever! Also, their coconut alcohol freeze was fantastic.

Okay: the cheddar biscuit sandwich wasn't great, but wasn't bad. Once again just seemed to miss an ingredient to take it up a notch.

Skip: the avocado toast and breakfast tacos. The toast tasted mostly like canola oil and was pretty bland. Same for the breakfast tacos. However, adding avocado and a little gravy from the biscuits made it much better.

Overall, I had a great tome at Paloma and it didn't break the bank either. Solid choice.

I was only here for coffee, and not snacks, but I couldn't have had a better experience.

I was in the area and starting to feel drained when I noticed this spot, so I popped in. They were actually decently busy with a lunch crowd and I was just getting iced coffee to go. The coffee was really good and rich and packed a nice punch and I'd come back for more. The menu looks tasty, so I might have to try the lunch one of these days.

Pretty sure that Revelator Paloma Cafe is my new fav spot in the city. You're probably familiar with it since it's in the old Booty's cafe/Cafe Henri spot.

Personally, I'm a huge fan of Revelator coffee in the CBD but sometimes parking can be a hassle and let's be real, nobody loves paying for parking. Now, I'm able to get the same coffee that's in the CBD in the Bywater, without paying for parking, and I get to eat the most delicious Latin American cuisine? What a win! It's important to note that co-chefs Danny Alas and Justin Rodriguez are both Latinx so they have a real connection to the cuisine that they are cooking. That makes all the world of difference because each plate tells such a story and is a nod to their upbringing and background.

Went initially for happy hour last week and was super impressed with the drink specials and small apps. They have several drinks available for $5 (including their delicious Paloma Slushie) and several small plates like their platanitos, yucca fries, and frituritas de bacalao. I will say if you're sharing with friends over Happy Hour, I'd def order the platanitos or yucca since the frituritas are only an order of 3. I will note that they don't currently have dinner on some weekdays so make sure to check the hours for the day you are trying to go.

I went back for breakfast a few days later and continued to be pleasantly surprised and impressed. The service was fabulous and the folks behind the bar were very friendly. I ordered their breakfast tacos which include 3 tacos for $7. It's $8 if you add egg, which I did. It's a great deal and is super tasty! I think the avocado crema was my fav part of the dish. I'm looking forward to going back and trying their housemade chorizo. I know that when I spoke to Chef Danny, they said that they were going to make small tweaks to the menu to always ensure things are fresh and seasonal.

Paloma Cafe is a very welcomed and much needed addition to the neighborhood. Don't sleep on such a great and affordable culinary experience. Your friendly neighbor Cuban gives this spot two thumbs WAY up.

Stop by the cafe for some breakfast. Ordered the paloma special. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the potatoes were delish. I loved the homemade biscuit. It was crunchy and soft at the same time! My friend loved their avocado toast and the baked eggs that they ordered. We also tried the coconut rice pudding. It was okay but the breakfast was great!

Took an Uber out to Paloma Cafe because I figured Revelator coffee combined with breakfast tacos and chia seed pudding was worth the $12 ride.

The menu is short and concise. There's vegan and non-vegan options so something for everyone. The chia seed pudding is amazing. It's like having a dessert for breakfast! I'd also recommend the breakfast tacos for a light but filling meal.

You can't go wrong with any of the coffee options here but also don't overlook the tea!

Service was amazing...thanks Rosa! This place is a sanctuary away from the crowds, noise and everything else that comes with staying in the city core. Worth the drive out. Dare I say, I'd walk out there in 120F weather for that chia seed pudding!!!

Great brunch til 3pm I had Sofrito Shakshuka, a great baked egg dish in spiced tomato sauce with grilled baguettes. I also had the cold brew which I enjoyed more than regular brew. I was so hungry I didn't take a food picture. But I used the restaurant image so you could see what it looks like. A great cafe. They had alcohol on the shelves but it wasn't on menu. But they make drinks also I think.

Simple and what you'd expect to get! No surprises, just yum! No wait at all.
We'll be back!

Came here for brunch on a Sunday. Some dishes here were super solid, but there were a few that were lacking. I loved the yogurt parfait, biscuits & gravy, and side of potatoes. Yummy iced coffee too! The egg, chorizo, & cheddar biscuit was too dry and the chorizo itself was pretty flavorless. That was a bummer.

The aesthetic inside the restaurant is nice and the staff is very friendly. Overall, a solid experience!