The Brookwood Cafe – American
Sunlight streams into this inviting neighborhood gem, where the rich aroma of freshly brewed Lacas coffee mingles with the sweet scent of griddled Chavez French toast and decadent strawberry shortcake pancakes. The kitchen breathes new life into morning classics, serving up vibrant Portuguese eggs and their signature award-winning cabbage soup in a warm, bustling atmosphere that feels like a home away from home.
3133 Quakerbridge Road, 08619 https://thebrookwoodcafe.weebly.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at The Brookwood Cafe
Dairy-Free at The Brookwood Cafe
The Brookwood Cafe in Trenton has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Award Winning Cabbage Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Brookwood Cafe
The Brookwood Cafe in Trenton has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Award Winning Cabbage Soup and Portuguese Eggs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Brookwood Cafe
The Brookwood Cafe in Trenton has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes, Award Winning Cabbage Soup and Lacas Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Brookwood Cafe
The Brookwood Cafe in Trenton has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Nicoise Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Brookwood Cafe
The Brookwood Cafe in Trenton has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Award Winning Cabbage Soup and Lacas Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Brookwood Cafe
The Brookwood Cafe in Trenton has 4 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes, Chavez French Toast and Award Winning Cabbage Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at The Brookwood Cafe
The Brookwood Cafe in Trenton has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Award Winning Cabbage Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at The Brookwood Cafe
The Brookwood Cafe in Trenton has 3 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes, Chavez French Toast and Award Winning Cabbage Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Brookwood Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Nicoise Salad | 33.2 g | 67.6 g |
| Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes | 41.7 g | 12.7 g |
| Chavez French Toast | 81.2 g | 7.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the pleasant environment and helpful staff, frequently noting that the experience leaves them feeling highly satisfied. Standout dishes include the perfectly prepared desserts, which reviewers highlight for being cooked to perfection and offering great value. Praised for its reasonable pricing and welcoming atmosphere, it is often recommended by diners for a consistently enjoyable and well-paced meal.
Menu
Breakfast and Brunch
- Portuguese Eggs: Bacon crumbles fried into extra large locally sourced eggs. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes: Pancakes topped with a house made strawberry compote, whipped cream and fresh strawberries. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chavez French Toast: Brown sugar, pecans, and bananas flambeed with a hazelnut liquor. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Kelly's Eggs Benedict: Homemade hollandaise sauce, fresh avocado, tomato, Canadian bacon served on a toasted english muffin. Available at: breakfast, brunch
Salads and Soups
- Nicoise Salad: Leafy lettuce with a choice of tuna, chicken or egg salad, accompanied with hard boiled eggs, red onion, olives and served with crackers. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Award Winning Cabbage Soup: Homemade from scratch. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Lacas Coffee: Locally roasted in Parsippany, New Jersey. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about The Brookwood Cafe
- Is The Brookwood Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Brookwood Cafe has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Award Winning Cabbage Soup.
- What can I eat at The Brookwood Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Award Winning Cabbage Soup carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Brookwood Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Award Winning Cabbage Soup and Lacas Coffee.
- Is The Brookwood Cafe gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Brookwood Cafe?
- Nicoise Salad, at roughly 67.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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