Cafe Luluc

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214 Smith St
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Cafe Luluc is a cash-only French cafe located on Smith Street in Brooklyn, known for its delectable pancakes, which are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, served with fresh fruit and local maple syrup. The menu features a variety of offerings, including pasta, crab cakes, and pulled pork sandwiches, all enjoyed in a bustling atmosphere that encourages early arrival due to the lack of reservations.

This beloved brunch spot is recognized for its old-school charm, where diners wait in line and jot down their names on a notepad, ensuring an authentic experience amidst a casual, neighborhood crowd. With a menu that occasionally includes Mexican specials and fantastic deals like pasta night and oyster specials, Cafe Luluc delivers great food at reasonable prices in a cozy setting.

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4.01,702 reviews
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Annalise W.
11/17/2025

This review is for weekday brunch. Overall I think this is a solid brunch spot. The pancake is on a lot of "best" lists - was it a life changing..? No, but if you like fluffier pancakes this is...

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Erin W.
11/1/2025

Ordered DD around 7:45PM. Pancakes with Fresh berries & Banannerss which was straight Fire along with scrambled eggs, perfecto y Avocado. Also chocolate cake, (yay)!! Everything was awesome...

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Paige K.
9/28/2025

Finally pancakes, where you can add some protein without it being a whole separate meal! I tried a few of the top pancakes in the city this weekend and Café Luluc was my favorite. Although it was...

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Aj L.
6/18/2025

Decided to try this sweet place out !!! Food is okay !! But very EXPENSIVE Drinks are strong and gooooddd Ambiance is beautiful Services was amazing Also they took supper long to serve the...

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Cristina R.
2/19/2025

WOW, what a hidden CASH ONLY gem! Stumbled upon Cafe LuLuc while exploring the neighborhood, and I'm so glad I did. The atmosphere is cozy and intimate, with dim lighting and comfy seating. But...

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