Cafe Mobay – Caribbean
Cafe Mobay captures the vibrant spirit of the islands, inviting guests into a sun-drenched space where the bold, spicy aromas of jerk seasoning mingle with the comforting scent of golden buttermilk pancakes. The kitchen artfully bridges Caribbean tradition and modern brunch favorites, serving up everything from savory ackee and saltfish to decadent brioche French toast that feels like a tropical escape on a plate. Whether you’re tucking into a zesty jerk turkey burger or a hearty Mobay-style breakfast, every bite offers a soulful celebration of flavor that lingers long after the meal is finished.
1039 Broad Street, Bloomfield Nj 07003 https://cafemobaynj.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Caribbean
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, keto, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, heart-healthy, low-fat, mediterranean, diabetic, whole30, paleo, low-sodium, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, clean-eating, gerd, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, weight-watchers, dash-sodium-reduced, low-fodmap, tlc, renal, raw-food, volumetrics, detox, alkaline, aip, macrobiotic, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida, pegan, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its nice ambiance and welcoming atmosphere, guests frequently praise the attentive service staff who ensure a seamless dining experience through regular check-ins. Diners rave about the main courses, specifically highlighting the perfectly crispy textures that make for a standout meal. Reviewers highlight the experience
Menu
Brunch
Served Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 3 PM. Includes coffee, tea, or orange juice for dine-in.
- Jerk Turkey Burger - $15.45: Avocado, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Whiting Fish Fillet - $15.5: Deep fried whiting, corn grits or home fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Brioche French Toast - $14: Guava mascarpone stuffed, warm syrup, and choice of bacon or sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Salt Fish and Callaloo Omelet - $13: Served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fried Chicken Wrap - $14.5: Lettuce, tomato, onion whole wheat wrap, and salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: brunch, lunch
- Ackee And Salt Fish - $21: Served with fried dumplings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken and Waffle - $19.5: Crispy fried chicken, sweet potato waffles, and strawberry batter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Mobay Style Breakfast - $16.5: Three eggs any style, choice of bacon or sausage, and choice of fries or grits Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fresh Buttermilk Pancake - $13: Amaretto syrup with a choice of bacon or sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Roasted Garlic Shrimp - $21: Sautéed gulf shrimp, and choice of corn grits or home fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: brunch, lunch
- Jamaican Breakfast - $19.5: Seasoned salt fish, callaloo, peppers, onions, and fried dumplings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Jerk Chicken Crepe - $14: Sweet plantains and organic baby greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: brunch, lunch
- Steak Frites - $22: Jerk rubbed skirt steak, fries, and two eggs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Soup Du Jour - $15 Dietary tags: Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepper Pot Soup - $13 Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Gulf Shrimp - $16: Marinated shrimp, sweet plantain, tomato marmalade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cod Fish Fritters - $14: Honey ginger sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yucca Puffs - $9.5: Guava lime sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Chicken Spring Roll - $13: Medley of vegetables, rice, chicken, chill-tamarind sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oxtail Spring Rolls - $15.5: Ginger soy sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Chicken Tacos - $14: Shredded chicken, pickled onion, romaine lettuce, cucumber, salsa verde Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Chicken Wings - $14.5: Marinated jumbo chicken wings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mango Shrimp - $14: Cafe mango bbq sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Escovitch Snapper Rolls - $13: Tomato – ginger dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Dumpling - $10: Jerk plantain sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Maryland Crab Cakes - $15.5: Mango chutney, fried plantain chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- MoBay Platter - $50: Jerk Chicken Wings, Jerk Shrimp, Codfish Fritters, Jerk Chicken Spring Roll, Yucca Puff Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Fresh Salads
- Cafe Mixed Garden Salad - $16: Baby organic greens, cucumbers, goat cheese, mango Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Romaine Salad - $12: Romaine lettuce, jersey tomato, onion, olives Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fry Chicken Salad - $17: Boneless chicken, chopped romaine, pickled onion, cranberries, tomato, raisin, remoulade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Chicken Bowl - $18: Bulgar wheat, avocado, red onion, mango, tomato, lettuce and balsamic vinegar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Roti
Served with curried potato, chickpeas and cabbage
- Curried Chicken Roti - $19.5: Bone-in chicken, slow-cooked with chickpeas, potatoes, and cabbage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Roti - $17: Mélange of yams, potatoes, callaloo, tomato, cabbage, chickpeas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curried Goat Roti - $22: Chunks of tender goat meat, potatoes, chickpeas, cabbage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curried Shrimp Roti - $27: Shrimp sauteed with bell pepper, tomato, onions, potatoes, and chickpeas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Island Style Pasta - $19: Coconut Curry Sauce, Chickpeas, Spinach, Sun Bliss Tomato Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oxtail Ragu Pasta - $28: Peppers, onions, carrots in a tomato cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Entrées
- Braised Oxtails - $220: Rice, peas, and steamed cabbage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cafe Jerk Chicken - $19: Coconut rice and fried sweet plantains Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Whole Red Snapper - $32: Choice of Brown Stew, steam, Escovitch, Fried or Baked; Callaloo rice and sauteed spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Goat Stew - $20.5: Steamed white rice and candied yams Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herb-Grilled Salmon - $28: Creamy mashed potatoes and sauteed spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cafe Fried Chicken - $17.5: Three cheese macaroni and collard greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Island Curried Shrimp - $26: Steamed white rice and sauteed callaloo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bronzino Fillet - $32: Sweet Potato Puree, Wilted Garlic Spinach, Herb Beurre Blanc Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yaad Man Sampler - $60: Braised Oxtails, Jerk Chicken, Curry Goat, Sweet Plantains, Rice & Peas, Seasonal Vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted French Cut Chicken Breast - $24: Green banana mashed, Haricot Vert, Hot Cherry Peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Island Jerk Pork - $19: Fried sweet plantains, rice, and peas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Plate - $16: Combination of any three sides Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Stew - $17: Curry or brown stew chicken with white rice and steamed cabbage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deep Fried Whiting Fillet - $16.5: Three cheese baked macaroni, steamed cabbage, and cilantro remoulade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pineapple BBQ Baby Back Ribs - $19.5: Mashed potatoes and collard greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Bowl - $16: Crispy tofu, peppers, and onions, in a rich brown gravy over bulgur wheat Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby Lamb Chops - $38: Garlic mash potato, seasonal vegetables, natural jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 10oz Cold Water Lobster Tail - $440: Jerk or Coconut Curry, Rice & Peas, Sautéed Spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Fried Rice - $24: Carrots, Scallions, Garlic, Onions, Eggs, Lump Crabmeat Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Collard Greens - $5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Candied Yams - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Sweet Plantains - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Callaloo - $7 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Cabbage - $4.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Spinach - $5.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Three Cheese Baked Macaroni - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice And Peas - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Rice - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coconut Rice - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bulgar - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Bread w/ Mango Butter - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creamy Mashed Potatoes - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Banana Mash - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Hot Bread Pudding - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Peach Cobbler - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mango Sorbet - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free
- Warm Chocolate Molten - $10.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Sorrel - $8: Homemade juice
- Pineapple Juice - $5.5: Homemade juice
- Carrot Juice - $7.5: Homemade juice
- Fruit Punch - $7.5: Homemade juice
- Lemonade - $5: Homemade juice
- Mango Punch - $7.5: Homemade juice
- Mamme Bay Mocktail - $10.5: Passion Fruit, Lime Juice, Vanilla Syrup, Sparkling Water, Fresh Mint
- Walkerswood Mocktail - $9: Lemon Juice, Club Soda, Pineapple Bitters, Blackberry
- Fern Gully Mocktail - $8: Sweet Tea, Fresh Mint, Cut Fruits
- Bamboo Breeze Mocktail - $10.5: Soursop Juice, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, Cinnamon Sugar, Nutmeg Powder
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- Royal Taste Caribbean Restaurant — Caribbean
- Cafe Mobay — Jamaican
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- Holsten's — American
- Popolari - Bloomfield — Italian
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