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Beef Brisket Patty (Pljeskavica)

Balkan-style burger stuffed with jack cheese served in a pide bread with sumac onion salad, tomatoes, pickles, ajvar sauce (roasted red pepper-eggplant), and h labneh(strained yogurt) sauce.

The Best Bite in
the Neighborhood

From breakfast simit sandwiches to vegetarian and vegan options, such as meatless bulgur kofte and grilled veggie sandwiches, we offer a diverse menu to satisfy all palates. Indulge in our handmade phyllo dough baklavas, savory bourek pies, and refreshing salads, or savor the flavors of our cevapi kebab sandwiches and grape leave dolmas. Our desserts, including medovik honey cake and gluten-free almond cookies, will surely delight any sweet tooth.

Real Food. No Secret Ingredients.

From Our Hearts
to Your Plate

Meet Hatice Yildiz, the visionary behind Simurgh Bakery and Cafe. Originally from the enchanting coastal town of Gallipoli in Turkey, Hatice's journey led her to the United States, where she pursued a Ph.D. Yet, driven by her unwavering love for baking, she took a brave leap of faith after completing her studies.

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Enter Simurgh Bakery, a culinary oasis founded by the Hatice. This is dedicated to celebrating the traditional flavors of the Balkans and the Near East. For Hatice, food and culture are intertwined, and she is committed to tantalizing taste buds and nurturing a deeper understanding and admiration for the region's diverse heritage.

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At Simurgh Bakery, Hatice's passion transcends the mere act of serving delectable delicacies; it is a platform for sharing the rich cultural tapestry of the Balkans and the Middle East, one delectable delight at a time.

Hatice Yildiz- Simurgh Bakery and Cafe's owner.
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