Cesar's Gourmet Cafe HANOVER

9 Hanover Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11201, United States
+1 718-222-0090
$$$ Cafe
(44 Reviews)
Price Range $1–10

Cesar's Gourmet Cafe HANOVER sits snugly in a busy corner of Downtown Brooklyn, carving out its niche as a go-to spot for casual lunches. This small cafe offers a steady stream of locals who are often in search of fresh, generously portioned wraps and salads that can keep up with a hectic midday schedule.

The atmosphere here is lively and tightly packed during peak lunch hours, reflecting its popularity among nearby office workers and residents. The space itself is modest, which means you’ll often find it buzzing with conversation and the clatter of quick service—perfect if you enjoy an energetic midday vibe, though it might feel a bit cramped if you’re after a leisurely sit-down.

Staff interactions stand out as warm and approachable, contributing to a familiar local feel despite the crowd. The cafe has maintained consistent pricing, making it an accessible option for anyone looking for quality food without straining a budget.

Regulars appreciate the freshness of the food, particularly the wraps that come with plenty of filling and the well-portioned salads. While some longtime patrons have noticed shifts in food preparation with recent management changes, the overall experience remains solid enough that many keep coming back.

Best suited for:

  • Busy professionals and locals seeking a quick, satisfying lunch
  • Visitors wanting a no-frills, dependable cafe option in Downtown Brooklyn
  • Anyone looking for affordable, fresh casual fare with a friendly vibe

Best time to visit: Mid-morning or early lunch before the 12–2pm rush to avoid the busiest crowds and snag a seat more easily.

Highlights
Great coffee
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
What they serve
Coffee
Comfort food
Quick bite
Best for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dessert
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

07:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Tuesday

07:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Wednesday

07:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Thursday

07:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Friday

07:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Saturday

08:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

44 Reviews
Lars Schmidt

01 Jan 2026

The lunch here makes my day! Definitely not agree to the last negative review here. The staff is super friendly and the portions are huge! Food is fresh and wraps are prepared with love as you can see in the photos ;-)

Vin

21 Dec 2025

Cesar’s is hands down the best spot for lunch in the area. Reasonable prices and friendly staff. They do get quite busy at lunch. Bear in mind this is a small space and during lunch will be packed. Been coming here for the past 4+ years and has never disappointed.

Mossa Al Fakhouri

17 Dec 2025

This is the best service and great price and quality food good working best manger

Tyman291486.2 Ty

04 Nov 2025

Man this place is amazing with excellent food and excellent customer service. If I can give 10 stars I would. The wraps are delicious and chicken spot on. I recommend this place to anyone who is Downtown Brooklyn. Also the prices very affordable.

Gene M.

02 Nov 2025

Unfortunately, I have to partially agree with Adam Cohen's review. Cesar's cafe is certainly not the same under the new management. New chef that works with Angel is not as good, struggling with wraps and overcooking grilled chicken. Salads are still good, same price and same ingredients are available. Regular customers welcomed the return of credit card machine. A word of advice to a new owner: don't change the specials menu, regular customers are used to see certain specials on certain days.

tamo ivanidze

20 Oct 2025

The food is always fresh, delicious, and thoughtfully prepared. you can really taste the quality in every bite. The staff are incredibly friendly. A special shoutout to the owner, who clearly puts so much heart into this place. Highly recommend!

Alex Baryshnikov

15 Oct 2025

They make healthy, delicious and well portioned meals. Love their sandwiches, take a look for yourself at this beauty. That’s 3 full patties of juicy chicken!!!

A R. Wang

13 Sep 2025

I used to come here for lunch all the time when I was in the area. Came here for the lunch special (what i used to get many years ago). Tasted better than I remember :) delicioso! Bueno provecho!

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