Ema Cafe & Metehan karoglan

95 Rosendale Rd, Norwood, London SE21 8EZ, United Kingdom
$$$ Cafe
(32 Reviews)
Price Range £10–20

If you’re searching for a cozy retreat that delivers exceptional food and a welcoming atmosphere, look no further than Ema Café & Metehan Karoglan. Nestled conveniently at 95 Rosendale Rd in Norwood, London, this quaint café is making waves in the local dining scene, warming hearts and satisfying appetites.

Stepping inside Ema Café, you are immediately greeted by a calming ambiance, stylish decor, and the alluring aroma of freshly brewed coffee and homemade dishes. The vibrant yet cozy setting makes it a perfect spot for casual brunch dates, catch-ups with friends, or even a solo coffee getaway.

Ema Café boasts a menu bursting with delightful options, predominantly featuring a scrumptious selection of brunch items and smoothies. If you're an egg lover, prepare to be enchanted by the various brunch offerings:

  • Eggs Benedict - perfectly poached eggs atop savory ham, drizzled with rich hollandaise.
  • Eggs Royal - an exquisite twist with smoked salmon for those seeking a touch of luxury.
  • Eggs Florentine - a vegetarian delight featuring fresh spinach.
  • Ema's Healthy Special - a nourishing option packed with wholesome ingredients.
  • French Style Mushrooms - earthy mushrooms sautéed to perfection that are simply irresistible.
  • Ema's Traditional Omelettes - fluffy and flavorful, making the perfect accompaniment to any brunch.

Don't miss out on their alluring French Toast variations, like the Peanut Butter & Jam or the Choco French, each served with generous portions that are just as pleasing to the eye as they are to the palate, priced at only £12.50! Pair your meal with one of their vibrant smoothies – whether you opt for the refreshing Purple, Red, Green, or Orange options, each concoction is a taste of pure freshness for just £4.50.

Customer reviews emphasize the café's charm and stellar service. Rosie Hope was pleasantly surprised by the “actually decent coffee and very nice carrot cake,” expressing eagerness to return. Martina Tombini lauded the “perfect” Egg Royal and the delightful whole wheat bread, while another patron, Kenji, enjoyed a big and juicy breakfast burger accompanied by a refreshing smoothie. The consistent praise for quality food and friendly staff truly highlights the café's commitment to making every visit enjoyable.

With such fantastic offerings and a warm, inviting atmosphere, Ema Café & Metehan Karoglan is not just another place for coffee and cake; it’s a delightful culinary experience waiting to be discovered. Whether you're a local or just passing through, be sure to indulge in this hidden gem that West Norwood has to offer.

Service options
Dine-in
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Payments
Credit cards
NFC mobile payments
Parking
Parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

07:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Tuesday

07:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Wednesday

07:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Thursday

07:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Friday

07:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Saturday

07:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Sunday

09:00 AM - 04:30 PM

32 Reviews
Rosie Hope

08 Sep 2025

Popped in for a coffee and cake to check out the place and I was very pleasantly surprised. Actually decent coffee and a very nice carrot cake, for someone who has tried many a coffee and carrot cake! Eager to go back to try more of their menu. Lovely cosy decor and very friendly staff.

martina tombini

06 Sep 2025

A delightful discovery just 100 meters from home. A new, welcoming, and clean place with equally welcoming staff! The Egg Royal was perfect, from the well-dressed salad to the Hollandaise sauce with that extra twist that pleasantly surprised us! We also really enjoyed the whole wheat bread we bought! We're so happy to have you close to home! We'll see you often!

laraine short

02 Sep 2025

DONT MISS THIS PLACE! First time i have been into Ema’s Cafe West Norwood and wow what a pleasant surprise! Not your average coffee n cake place for sure. Lovely …..varied and different options, food - good quality, and very very well presented! Bang for your buck -which is surprising these days how good value it was for the quality - very good value and tasty! Service ok, just more smiles please - you looked a bit sad when taking orders! Only 2 points of feedback is …….please have a menu on display outside so people can see what you offer before they come in - you may get more people in if you do this, it infuriates people when restaurants or cafes do not have a menus outside to see before you choose to come in. And the maple syrup was too thick. Maple syrup should be runny over your little fluffy pancakes, mine was far too thick- I had to spread it with a knife - needs to be runny. But i will definitely be back again - what a treat what a surprise find!!!!

A.N The Food Critic

21 Aug 2025

Amazing food with extremely friendly staff. Ema is a great cafe serving delicious food with great portions as well. Easily the best coffee in the areas as well. I would highly recommend!

Jenny S

18 Aug 2025

Such a lovely new cafe! Food was excellent and the portion sizes were very generous, I can't wait to come back!

kenji

03 Aug 2025

Came to check out the new cafe for lunch, was quite busy but we were sat down and cared for quickly. my breakfast burger was big and juicy, and the smoothie tasted fresh. the turkish breakfast was also delicious, with excellent fluffy turkish bread and high quality honey. will definitely be coming again!

Winston Douglas

27 Jun 2025

I was in the West Norwood area on a Sunday and came across EMA Café & Bistro, I decided to pop in and indulge in a Sunday afternoon hot chocolate whilst preparing the inevitable paperwork which comes with running a business. The décor is calming and well illuminated with comfy seating and very pleasant staff. After seeing the various meals being served to the steady stream of customers. I decided to look at the menu realising that I had not eaten yet at 3pm. I ordered the Bacon & Mushroom omelette and was not disappointed with the presentation, quality and taste with a beautifully prepared salad. Hatice & Ema were very friendly and made me feel very much at home, from the time I entered until I left 2 hours later, highly recommended, what are you waiting for get down to EMA’s.

fairynillie

29 May 2025

Such a cute new cafe/restaurant. Staff are really friendly, the food’s really good with great portion sizes, and the setting is really cute too. So glad this has opened up nearby, it’s exactly what we needed in West Dulwich. Definitely recommend

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