Cafe Yaya, the next concept from Chef Zach Engel and Partner Andrés Clavero, is set to open this winter in Lincoln Park at 2431 N Lincoln Ave. Located right next to sister restaurant Galit, Cafe Yaya will be an all-day dining option for the neighborhood. Cafe Yaya initially will offer a selection of morning pastries and an a la carte dinner menu, then expand to serve lunch, brunch and takeout.
“We all need a bit more community in our lives these days,” states Chef Zach Engel. “Cafe Yaya aims to feel like a home away from home, a comforting environment where old friends and neighbors can connect and share life’s joyous moments and break bread together. We have always been about nurturing a sense of community at Galit. By purchasing the building next door, we're excited to deepen our roots in this neighborhood that has supported us from the beginning.”
The pastry program will be led by Galit Pastry Chef Mary Eder-McClure, guests can start their mornings with savory bourekas, crispy sweet baklava, challah, and more, paired with a coffee selection from Sparrow Coffee Roastery. The dinner menu will feature elements of French, Jewish, Southern, Middle Eastern and Midwestern cooking, a reflection of Chef Zach’s travels and upbringing. Guests will be offered a counter-service model, which allows them to place their orders at the front before being seated.
Helmed by Scott Stroemer, Cafe Yaya’s beverage program will break from Galit’s and its Middle Eastern wine list. Stroemer intends to offer independent winemakers from other overlooked regions, including Chinon, Sonoma, and South America. Guests can also expect classic cocktails complemented by a selection of seasonally-driven spirit-free options.
The restaurant will also be home to a second-floor multi-use space, for community events and private gatherings. Cafe Yaya aims to support local artists, educators, and entrepreneurs.
Cafe Yaya, the next concept from Chef Zach Engel and Partner Andrés Clavero, is set to open this winter in Lincoln Park at 2431 N Lincoln Ave. Located right next to sister restaurant Galit, Cafe Yaya will be an all-day dining option for the neighborhood. Cafe Yaya initially will offer a selection of morning pastries and an a la carte dinner menu, then expand to serve lunch, brunch and takeout.
“We all need a bit more community in our lives these days,” states Chef Zach Engel. “Cafe Yaya aims to feel like a home away from home, a comforting environment where old friends and neighbors can connect and share life’s joyous moments and break bread together. We have always been about nurturing a sense of community at Galit. By purchasing the building next door, we're excited to deepen our roots in this neighborhood that has supported us from the beginning.”
The pastry program will be led by Galit Pastry Chef Mary Eder-McClure, guests can start their mornings with savory bourekas, crispy sweet baklava, challah, and more, paired with a coffee selection from Sparrow Coffee Roastery. The dinner menu will feature elements of French, Jewish, Southern, Middle Eastern and Midwestern cooking, a reflection of Chef Zach’s travels and upbringing. Guests will be offered a counter-service model, which allows them to place their orders at the front before being seated.
Helmed by Scott Stroemer, Cafe Yaya’s beverage program will break from Galit’s and its Middle Eastern wine list. Stroemer intends to offer independent winemakers from other overlooked regions, including Chinon, Sonoma, and South America. Guests can also expect classic cocktails complemented by a selection of seasonally-driven spirit-free options.
The restaurant will also be home to a second-floor multi-use space, for community events and private gatherings. Cafe Yaya aims to support local artists, educators, and entrepreneurs.
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