Qaalii's Cafe

Cafes in Newark, New Jersey

4.7 (231)

Category	Cafes · Coffee shop, Hookah bar
Address	41 Halsey St, Newark, NJ 07102
Street	Halsey Street
Area	Newark, New Jersey
Phone	(973) 901-9078
Google rating	4.7 (231)
Source	Google Maps and public records · listed Oct 17, 2026

Hours

Monday	7 am–10 pm
Tuesday	7 am–10 pm
Wednesday	7 am–10 pm
Thursday	7 am–10 pm
Friday	7 am–10 pm
Saturday	10 am–10 pm
Sunday	11 am–8 pm

About Qaalii's Cafe

Experience Qaalii's Qulture 🌙☕️ at our vibrant cafe on Halsey Street. We pride ourselves on serving premium, specialty-grade coffee, featuring ethically sourced beans, including exquisite Ethiopian blends. From expertly crafted lattes and cappuccinos to unique Cloud Drinks and Shakeratos, we elevate your daily caffeine ritual. Come for the best coffee in Newark, stay for the chill vibes, cultured bites, and comfortable seating—perfect for studying, working, or catching up with friends. Serving fresh pastries, breakfast, and lunch daily. Free Wi-Fi!

Qaalii's Cafe is one of the cafes listed in Newark, New Jersey. The business is registered at 41 Halsey St, Newark, NJ 07102; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as coffee shop, hookah bar, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

The business lists hours on 7 days of the week. The most common schedule is 7 am–10 pm. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. You can reach Qaalii's Cafe at (973) 901-9078; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions.

Customers rate it 4.7 out of 5 on Google across 231 reviews.

How Qaalii's Cafe compares with other cafes in Newark

Among the 16 cafes in Newark with at least 20 reviews, only 3 are rated higher than its 4.7.
It usually closes at 10 PM, later than 13 of the 16 cafes in Newark that publish their hours.
It shares Halsey Street with 6 other listed businesses.
Nearest other cafes: Mocha Town (0.2 mi), Method Cafe (0.2 mi), Sweet Jeans Kitchen + Espresso Bar (0.3 mi)

Before you go

Ask about allergens when you order: US food law names nine major allergens (milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy and sesame), and kitchens can tell you which dishes contain them.
Restaurant inspection results are kept by the city or county health department; many publish them online or post the latest grade at the door.
For table service a tip of 15–20% is customary; at counter-service places tipping is optional.

Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Sarah Mohamed Edited 2 months ago

Always love stopping by for a shake or a quick bite to eat! I especially love the pistachio ice cream. Everything is top notch, from the owners and staff to the food and drinks. I also always enjoy attending the open mic night they host on the first Saturday of every month. Highly recommend!

Justbeing ME 3 months ago

WOW my hubby and I stumbled on this cafe this cafe after our HBCU FUNDRAISER RIDE.. we had the medium latte and cappuccino and this amazing pistachio cheesecake. OMG YOU MUST STOP IN.. beautiful atmosphere.. before leaving ordered the tuna melt and an extra pistachio cheesecake . Peyton was patient with us.. he is so polite .. excellent service

Bridget Perier 5 months ago

I really adore Qaalis. The staff is always very kind and attentive. No other cafe in Newark matches the vibes in Qaalis (trust me, I have looked). I may have abused their tolerance for laptop campers a bit during finals season but the staff was very kind about it. Additionally, Qaalis is a true community resource. I’ve witnessed the shop host learning seminars on the history of coffee and the significance of the cultural imagery amongst the decor. I’m so glad this wonderful small business exists. As an aside, I hope the rice pudding makes a reappearance on the menu.

Vishnu Vijwani 5 months ago

The hospitality here is truly top-tier. After a minor mix-up left me waiting 15 minutes for my karak chai, the owners personally stepped in and gifted me a complimentary tres leches. Not only was the chai exceptional, but the cake was easily one of the best I've ever had. It’s clear the management deeply values their guests. And I will be visiting often with my laptop because it is a cafe where you can get some productive work done easily. Thank you for the great hospitality!

Azka Naser 6 months ago

This was hands down one of my best experiences at a cafe. I went with a group of 9 frequent cafe-goers, and everything ordered was 10/10! My favorite was their specialty mocha pistachio latte— it was almost like a dubai chocolate drink, perfectly balanced and not overly sweet, and they use pistachio butter for the rich flavor. Though all their baklava and baked items were perfect, I especially loved the cranberry muffin. I plan to come back to try their bites, as everything is halal and the menu (and the place itself!) looks spectacular.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Qaalii's Cafe located?

Qaalii's Cafe is at 41 Halsey St, Newark, NJ 07102, in Newark, New Jersey. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Qaalii's Cafe?

Qaalii's Cafe is listed as a cafe and is also tagged on Google as coffee shop, hookah bar.

What are the hours of Qaalii's Cafe?

Published hours are Monday: 7 am–10 pm; Tuesday: 7 am–10 pm; Wednesday: 7 am–10 pm; Thursday: 7 am–10 pm; Friday: 7 am–10 pm; Saturday: 10 am–10 pm; Sunday: 11 am–8 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Qaalii's Cafe open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 11 am–8 pm.

What is the phone number of Qaalii's Cafe?

You can call Qaalii's Cafe at (973) 901-9078.

How is Qaalii's Cafe rated on Google?

Qaalii's Cafe has a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 231 reviews.

Are there other cafes near Qaalii's Cafe?

Yes. Newark also has Sweet Jeans Kitchen + Espresso Bar, Blueprint Cafe, Intrinsic Café among others; see the full list of cafes in Newark at the bottom of this page.