Welcome to Café Alma

All-Day, Mediterranean-Inspired Café in Cincinnati

Café Alma Hours:

Monday - Tuesday: 7am - 3pm**

**Kitchen Last Call is at 2:30pm

Wednesday-Friday: 7am - 8pm

Saturday - Sunday: 8am - 8pm

Sleepy Hour: Monday-Friday: 7am - 8am*

Happy Hour: Wednesday-Sunday: 3pm - 5pm

Fresh, Flavorful, and Nourishing Mediterranean Dining & Catering

At Café Alma, we’re on a mission to inspire vibrant living through the Mediterranean way of eating—balanced, satisfying, and made with intention. Our scratch-made menu is rooted in real ingredients and bold flavors, crafted to help you feel your best without ever sacrificing taste.

Whether you're dining with us in Pleasant Ridge, picking up takeout, or booking Mediterranean catering or an event in Cincinnati, we’re committed to quality, wellness, and joyful eating. As a pescatarian café, we proudly offer standout vegetarian and vegan options alongside fresh seafood and house-baked treats.

Café Alma features a full kitchen, in-house bakery, specialty coffee and tea bar, and curated cocktails—designed to fuel your day from morning to night.

Specials:

Sleepy Hour*: 50% Off Coffee & Tea menu

Happy Hour: Food and Drink Specials!

Ways to Enjoy Café Alma

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    CATERING

    Corporate Lunches, Sunday Brunches, Full Service Catering, and all the gatherings and celebrations in between. We want to help make your event one to remember.

    Packages Offered
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    HOST AN EVENT

    Whether it is showers, brunches, private parties, corporate events, birthdays, celebrations, etc —host your special event in our warm, inviting café area.

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    OUR FOOD

    We ensure the utmost quality and freshness, nourishing ingredients, Kosher offerings, and all the health benefits of Mediterranean food. Dine at our restaurant, patio, and welcoming café, or take your food to-go.

    Explore our Food
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    COMEDY NIGHT

    Join us on the first Wednesday of every month at 7:30pm for Comedy at the Café. Tickets are free, but reservations are requested. Doors open at 7pm. View the upcoming calendar and reserve your tickets.

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Hello, Tastebuds!

Make a Reservation:

Saturdays and Sundays, reservations are only available for large parties of 5+ people.

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April at Alma 🌿 Spring is in full bloom and so is our calendar! 🍽️ Passover Catering is live — pre-order Seder meals, breakfast or lunch combos, and a la carte dishes by Monday 4/7 through our link in bio. Pickup is Friday 4/11! 🥬 Our Kos
Comeday at the Café is now on WEDNESDAYS and happening this week, April 2nd 🎤 Come enjoy a hilarious evening out with this stellar lineup of comedians! The show starts at 7:30, but come early and get your dinner orders in before the kitchen
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Customer Reviews

REVIEWS

Testimonials
Janice K.
Janice K.

12/11/22

What a great place to go for breakfast or lunch. The food is delicious and healthy. That is a hard combination to find when eating out. It is also great that they have several vegan options. The interior is light and comfortable. The owners did a great job reinventing the space. I would highly recommend trying this place. Also, if you need a place for an evening event this is a great option.

Jo P.
Jo P.

8/13/22

Café Alma offers a perfect setting for indoor or outdoor dining. We had a very enjoyable lunch with options that were both healthy and interesting. The wine from Jerusalem was delicious and new for us. I strongly recommend giving Café Alma a try.

Tianna G.
Tianna G.

September 2022

My friends boss recommended the place and it was fantastic! There’s a parking lot connected to the restaurant and across the street so there’s plenty of parking. The building itself has so much natural sunlight and it’s beautiful. The food was a 10/10 and so is the coffee. The latte I had was fantastic! The chef came out to talk to every table to ask how their food was and told us fun facts about the food. My server was so kind and the host was very welcoming. They even gave us a heads up that it was busy so ticket times might take longer but our food came out quickly ! I’ll 100% be back and I’ll make sure to tell everyone about it!

Oneya O.
Oneya O.

6/2/22

Eating your veggies has never been more fun than it is at Cafe Alma. This extremely pleasant, Pleasant Ridge spot is worth a visit for delicious food that will make you feel like you've treated yourself without having to use a cheat day. My absolute favorite is the rainbow hummus bowl which comes with a delicious challah loaf. The challah alone is a revelation and this is coming from a huge bread fan! Another standout is schmagel's bagel which is deconstructed for sharing, but I can also happily enjoy the whole thing. Coffee drinks are solid, as is the Sahklav if you are seeking something different.

Emily C.
Emily C.

1/21/23

With so many brunch places in the area, a lot of them blend into one but Cafe Alma stands out as a refreshing and unique option in the Cincy area!

Serving Israeli food, you have a very wide range of options from classic brunch items with a twist to more traditional dishes. The interior is bright and welcoming and the staff go above and beyond to ensure everyone has an incredible experience.

Today, my fiancé and I came for brunch and it was absolutely fabulous. I got the Canadian Grilled Cheese (an absolute must try if you come) and my fiancé got the challah french toast. They have an extensive drink menu (non alcoholic and boozy) and I ended up going with their Mid-East Mule.

This menu has something for everyone - including vegans and vegetarians. I never noticed before dining here at the Yelp Elite event that they base their menu on the Mediterranean diet which heavily prioritizes plant based eating - but the food is so delicious that you wouldn't even notice. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a delicious brunch!

Julie B.
Julie B.

September 2022

Food was fantastic!!! We loved everything from the food, service, the ambiance, the music for a slow Sunday morning. Can’t say enough good things!

Our experience was nothing like the fewer star reviews. We were greeted with happy faces, sat fast, weren’t rushed and everything came out on time. The owner is very sweet, the host, and so was our waitress! The food was unique in its own way while still holding onto the classic dish. I love breakfast places that have good wholesome food that I wouldn’t make at home!!! Will definitely be back!!

Amanda W.
Amanda W.

February 2023

Amazing menu! Great for breakfast, lunch, or just to grab a quick latte (the Cafe Miel is so good). They also give you a biscotti with your latte when you dine-in which is a treat. Food is always delicious, and a bit more unique than you find across the city. I love Shmagel’s Bagel for breakfast and the KAM salad for lunch. Great addition to the neighborhood!

Brittany T.
Brittany T.

7/9/22

This place is amazing. It truly is a Mediterranean and Middle Eastern inspired breakfast, brunch and lunch spot. The atmosphere is so cute and welcoming, the coffee is delicious as we got the coffee flight. We will definitely be trying new items off their fresh healthy menu. So happy that it's a short driving distance away!