Van Gogh's Ear Cafe has been a fixture in union for quite a few decades. Yes decades ! Atmosphere is very different and unique let's say it has evolved from one year to the next. Sorta my grandma used to have one or I remember seeing it somewhere. Service is very efficient. Very on the money. Although the decor changes by the minute the food is not to be overlooked. Especially there BLT it's Outstanding to say the least. A must try.
V Moro
Have been coming here since high school. Cute little place in Union Center, with good coffee, delicious food, and lovely service. Always nice to stop here for lunch when I drop by the local bookstore or bakery next door.
You have to try the flying fox, which can be made decaffeinated. Then go next door and grab a cookie from their partner store Jammed Up Bakery ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Steven Fernandez
Service was friendly thank you. However I ordered the chicken focaccia sandwich with breaded chicken cutlet and they put chicken fingers/popcorn chicken on my sandwich, that's honestly disrespectful for $15. Terrible.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
Cherokee Sinn
Always a vibe. Dropped in this past Sunday for the live jazz and to play a couple games..cover is $5 for live jazz as well as a small fee to rent the games which can be added to your tab. Missed this place. Will be back soon.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beatriz M.
I've always been intrigued by the look of this cafe and I am so glad I finally went in. I was very pleased with the menu options. I went with the chicken Caesar salad wrap with tater tots on the side and my boyfriend ordered something with spinach. Whatever it was it tasted great! The staff was friendly and they didn't come over excessively which I appreciated. As for the drinks they came in different mugs which added to the cozy at home ambiance of the cafe. I cannot wait to return!
Candace Pedraza
The coffee & food were amazing as they always are, but I came in on a pretty slow Thursday afternoon and had to go up multiple times to the front to order my food despite the other 2-3 patrons there getting waited on. I found that odd, and found my server to be a little rude when taking my orders (no eye contact, no pleasantries) whereas she was perfectly pleasant to everyone else in the cafe. It won’t ruin my chances of going back but it was disappointing since I felt like I had found a nice new coffee shop to do work in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 2
Chef Flame
I’ve followed this spot on instagram for quite some time and didn’t realize this at the time. Yesterday, I decided to take a trip to Union to handle some business. Fortunately for me, I stumbled upon an amazing, chill atmosphere. The staff was very warm & friendly, especially the young lady who served me. The salad was amazing. My only complaint is finding this place sooner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Joseph DeIorio
I haven't been to Van Gogh's Ear in a very long time and recently I was take out for a surprise dinner here and I am glad I was. It still has that very cozy eclectic vibe I remember The appetizer we had was the mezza platter and it was great. I wasn't super hungry and this really was a nice way to start things off, not heavy and fried what I'm usually accustomed to. I also ordered the burrito with chicken and it was a very healthy portion that I could not finish eating and too half of it home. It was so filling next time, I'll go vegetarian and forget the chicken. For dessert I got the mocha shake - DELICIOUS! I can't wait to go back again on a music night and just chill out with some coffee and pick food. I highly recommend. PS - and most important - the staff was friendly and very attentive - a major plus nowadays.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mezza Platter, Salad
DontPanicRs WheresMy40
What happen to their food? I’ve been either dining in or taking food to go from here for years. I ordered two pizzas and when I got home I was nothing but disappointed. I don’t mind paying a little extra for food if I think it’s worth it but this was definitely not worth it.When did they shrink the size of their pizzas??? I paid 43 bucks not counting the tip for two small appetizer sized pizzas….I wish I took pictures of it so you guys could see but they were so small I was done eating before I could grab my phone…Do better guys. Doesn’t make sense to pay 20 bucks a pizza that barely feeds a toddler.
Got seated and no one came up to us for 15 minutes. Servers looked at us too and did not even offer water. I left so that’s all I got! Snooty atmosphere too.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Sam C.
Van Gogh's Ear Cafe is incredible. Food is amazing! Coffee and tea are the best around! Desserts are so good, they just opened their own bakery next door! Called Jammed Up Bakery. Been going to Van Gogh's Ear since it opened. I am guessing that may go back 25 years. Nice ambiance, just a great, great place. Definitely recommend the brie and apple pizza. The soups are always amazing. This place is not your average cafe. This is gourmet quality food.
Sergio F.
Quirky and eclectic. I came for the ambiance but will continue returning for the food. I heard it was good, but didn't expect it to be amazing. Servers are happy and upbeat. A must go.
Imani L.
I originally thought this place was vegan only but was surprised to see they had a bunch of menu options. Whether you're looking for a sweet treat, space to just focus on get some work done, or a cute little date vibe- van goghs is perfect. The food was really delicious and the service was nice. I couldn't tell this was what the inside would look like based on the outside of the location but it truly is a vibe. I wish they had more vegan options but all in all, it's cool.
Edward Thomas
The ambiance is everything! Vintage, comfy and cozy! The food was mouth watering and fresh and the service was on point! I’ll be back for sure!
Van Gogh's Ear Cafe has been a fixture in union for quite a few decades. Yes decades ! Atmosphere is very different and unique let's say it has evolved from one year to the next. Sorta my grandma used to have one or I remember seeing it somewhere. Service is very efficient. Very on the money. Although the decor changes by the minute the food is not to be overlooked. Especially there BLT it's Outstanding to say the least. A must try.
Have been coming here since high school. Cute little place in Union Center, with good coffee, delicious food, and lovely service. Always nice to stop here for lunch when I drop by the local bookstore or bakery next door.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tater Tots, Chicken Flatbread, Brisket Sandwich, Falafel Wrap
You have to try the flying fox, which can be made decaffeinated. Then go next door and grab a cookie from their partner store Jammed Up Bakery ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Service was friendly thank you. However I ordered the chicken focaccia sandwich with breaded chicken cutlet and they put chicken fingers/popcorn chicken on my sandwich, that's honestly disrespectful for $15. Terrible.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
Always a vibe. Dropped in this past Sunday for the live jazz and to play a couple games..cover is $5 for live jazz as well as a small fee to rent the games which can be added to your tab. Missed this place. Will be back soon.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I've always been intrigued by the look of this cafe and I am so glad I finally went in. I was very pleased with the menu options. I went with the chicken Caesar salad wrap with tater tots on the side and my boyfriend ordered something with spinach. Whatever it was it tasted great! The staff was friendly and they didn't come over excessively which I appreciated. As for the drinks they came in different mugs which added to the cozy at home ambiance of the cafe. I cannot wait to return!
The coffee & food were amazing as they always are, but I came in on a pretty slow Thursday afternoon and had to go up multiple times to the front to order my food despite the other 2-3 patrons there getting waited on. I found that odd, and found my server to be a little rude when taking my orders (no eye contact, no pleasantries) whereas she was perfectly pleasant to everyone else in the cafe. It won’t ruin my chances of going back but it was disappointing since I felt like I had found a nice new coffee shop to do work in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 2
I’ve followed this spot on instagram for quite some time and didn’t realize this at the time. Yesterday, I decided to take a trip to Union to handle some business. Fortunately for me, I stumbled upon an amazing, chill atmosphere. The staff was very warm & friendly, especially the young lady who served me. The salad was amazing. My only complaint is finding this place sooner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
I haven't been to Van Gogh's Ear in a very long time and recently I was take out for a surprise dinner here and I am glad I was. It still has that very cozy eclectic vibe I remember The appetizer we had was the mezza platter and it was great. I wasn't super hungry and this really was a nice way to start things off, not heavy and fried what I'm usually accustomed to. I also ordered the burrito with chicken and it was a very healthy portion that I could not finish eating and too half of it home. It was so filling next time, I'll go vegetarian and forget the chicken. For dessert I got the mocha shake - DELICIOUS! I can't wait to go back again on a music night and just chill out with some coffee and pick food. I highly recommend. PS - and most important - the staff was friendly and very attentive - a major plus nowadays.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mezza Platter, Salad
What happen to their food? I’ve been either dining in or taking food to go from here for years. I ordered two pizzas and when I got home I was nothing but disappointed. I don’t mind paying a little extra for food if I think it’s worth it but this was definitely not worth it.When did they shrink the size of their pizzas??? I paid 43 bucks not counting the tip for two small appetizer sized pizzas….I wish I took pictures of it so you guys could see but they were so small I was done eating before I could grab my phone…Do better guys. Doesn’t make sense to pay 20 bucks a pizza that barely feeds a toddler.
Food: 1
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Got seated and no one came up to us for 15 minutes. Servers looked at us too and did not even offer water. I left so that’s all I got! Snooty atmosphere too.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Van Gogh's Ear Cafe is incredible. Food is amazing! Coffee and tea are the best around! Desserts are so good, they just opened their own bakery next door! Called Jammed Up Bakery. Been going to Van Gogh's Ear since it opened. I am guessing that may go back 25 years. Nice ambiance, just a great, great place. Definitely recommend the brie and apple pizza. The soups are always amazing. This place is not your average cafe. This is gourmet quality food.
Quirky and eclectic. I came for the ambiance but will continue returning for the food. I heard it was good, but didn't expect it to be amazing. Servers are happy and upbeat. A must go.
I originally thought this place was vegan only but was surprised to see they had a bunch of menu options. Whether you're looking for a sweet treat, space to just focus on get some work done, or a cute little date vibe- van goghs is perfect. The food was really delicious and the service was nice. I couldn't tell this was what the inside would look like based on the outside of the location but it truly is a vibe. I wish they had more vegan options but all in all, it's cool.
The ambiance is everything! Vintage, comfy and cozy! The food was mouth watering and fresh and the service was on point! I’ll be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spinach Dip, Garlicky Spinach Dip, Falafel Wrap