Serai Cafe & Deli

Serai Cafe & Deli is a cozy spot in Lincoln Park, Chicago, serving fresh sandwiches, handcrafted deli favorites, locally roasted coffee, and breakfast options. Specializing in halal deli offerings, we provide delicious choices whether you want a quick lunch, a warm coffee break, or a relaxed place to unwind. Stop by for your daily pick-me-up or satisfying meal and discover why locals call us their favorite Lincoln Park cafe.

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Customer's reviews

I recently visited Serai Café & Deli and was seriously impressed. The mocktails deserve real praise — they’re thoughtfully crafted, well-balanced, and genuinely enjoyable. Not just “nice for a non-alcoholic option,” but actually something you’d come back for. And the sandwiches? All hits, no misses. Fresh ingredients, generous portions, and flavors that clearly weren’t rushed. Whether you’re in the mood for something classic or a little more elevated, everything we tried was solid across the board. On top of that, the space is warm and welcoming, and the staff is friendly without hovering. Serai feels like a new neighborhood gem in the making — the kind of place you casually stop into once and then keep thinking about. I’ll definitely be back and can’t wait to see this place take off. ~ Saleem K
I had the absolute best experience at Serai Cafe. It’s officially my new favorite spot!!! The service was top notch, and everything I tried was absolutely delicious 😋 Here’s what I tried 👇🏻 🍔 The Thinker Serai Burger 🥪 Reuben Sandwich 🥪 Turkey Pesto Panini 🥪 Chicken Pesto Panini 🥪 Caprese Panini (Veggie) ☕️ Iced Macchiato 🌸 Lavender Mint Mocktail 🥭 Mango Refresher Every item was bursting with flavor. You can truly taste the freshness and quality in every bite. I honestly loved all of their food items and oh my gosh don’t get me started on their drinks. The lavendar mint mocktail is just the best mocktail I’ve ever had! I really loved their iced macchiato too. This spot is definitely a must visit for anyone in or visiting Chicago and the best part is that it’s halal!! ~ Sehrish
Hands down the ONLY halal deli sandwich spot in the Chicagoland area that truly gets everything right. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the care and passion behind this place. The owner is genuinely amazing, welcoming, kind, and clearly invested in making sure every customer has a great experience. The prices are very reasonable, especially for the quality and portion sizes you’re getting. The food is outstanding, fresh, flavorful, and made perfectly every time. On top of that, the refreshers and mocktails are next-level, easily some of the best I’ve had anywhere. This spot fills a huge gap for halal food lovers and absolutely delivers. Highly recommend supporting this gem, you won’t be disappointed! ~ Mubashir K

Blog

Did you know that Lincoln Park is home to countless cafes and eateries serving delicious halal options? At Serai Cafe & Deli, we take pride in offeri… Posted on: May 22, 2026
Feeling the chill in Lincoln Park? Escape the cold at Serai Cafe & Deli! Our locally roasted coffee is perfect for warming up, and our delicious hala… Posted on: May 21, 2026
Lincoln Park Lunch Date ☀️🍴 Enjoy a delicious lunch on Clark Street at @serai.cafe, then stroll over to the @lincolnparkzoo to explore all the incredi… Posted on: May 20, 2026

Contact information

Address
2342 N Clark St Chicago 60614-3423
Sunday 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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