قصتنا
Our Story
Middle Eastern cooking, Arabic hospitality, and a dining room built for gathering.
أهلاً وسهلاً
A taste of home in Inman Square
Jafra Cafe & Lounge brings Middle Eastern cooking, fresh mezze, and tea & house drinks together in a warm, welcoming dining room — with shisha on the patio to round off the meal.
From hand-rolled falafel and creamy hummus to warm pita and espresso and matcha from the bar, every plate is made to be shared. Whether you are catching up with friends or unwinding after a long day, we have saved you a seat.
Our recipes carry the flavors of the Levant — the coffee our grandparents brewed, the mezze that crowds a table, the unhurried ritual of shisha among friends. We're proud to bring that warmth to Inman Square and save you a seat at it.
A seat at the table
Rooted in tradition
Recipes and rituals from the Levant — from how we grill our kebob to how we pour the tea.
Made for gathering
Plates built for sharing and a room built for the energy of a great dinner service.
Something for everyone
A halal kitchen with clearly marked vegan and vegetarian options.
Inman Square local
Proud to join the Cambridge neighborhood we call home — 187 Hampshire Street.
البيت بيتكم
“Every cup is a welcome, every seat is saved, and no evening is ever rushed.”
The Jafra Promise
Gallery
The dining room, the plates, and the patio — a first look.