Emma’s Torch in Brooklyn, NY

Carroll Gardens Cafe

About the Original

What began as a cafe & learning center in a quiet hamlet of Brooklyn in 2016, has become a beloved neighborhood destination and the heart of our mission-based hospitality brand. Our menu draws from our students’ cultures, our team’s culinary upbringing, and our Brooklyn roots.

Our Menu

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HOURS & LOCATION

  • Tuesday through Sunday

    7:00AM - 4:00PM

  • 345 Smith Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231

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  • 718-243-1222

  • Interested in hosting a group on our patio or a private event in the cafe?

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  • Learn more about our commitment to empowering refugees through culinary education here!

The cafe is a hub of the local community and an integral part of our culinary educational program. Whether stopping by for a daytime snack, a leisurely al fresco lunch on our shaded patio, a catered meal in your home, or perhaps even hosting your friends for a private gathering in ours, we hope to see you soon! 

Follow along on our journey…
View fullsize Pop quiz 📝: when does 1 = 3.8? Answer: when you donate to Emma’s Torch! Every $1 donated turns into $3.80 in increased wages for our students within five years of graduation. This is our philanthropic return on investment (ROI), and we repo
View fullsize 🚨 Menu rotation at Emma’s Torch 🚨 Our new seasonal menu is now available at our Carroll Gardens café! Support our life-changing mission as you dig into our refreshing, summery cheddar ranch salad (with or without crispy chicken and fr
View fullsize From conferences to cocktail parties to casual gatherings, we’ve got you covered. Our menu options are flexible way to plan your event with the confidence of knowing that your guests will be raving about the food! Making Emma’s Torch part
View fullsize Happy National Arab American Heritage Month! Dishes like our shakshuka draw heavily from Arab traditions – just one example on our New American menu of how food can reach across cultures to create powerful (and delicious) connections. We are pr
View fullsize Wishing a joyous holiday to everyone who celebrates Passover! We hope that gathering at the Seder table with friends and family deepens connections and creates new memories. Chag Pesach Sameach!
View fullsize The national climate for immigrants, and refugees in particular, has become significantly more challenging since January 2025, and the uncertainty and fear has had a significant impact on the Emma’s Torch community. It’s hard to learn whe