Gulu-Gulu Cafe

Gulu-Gulu Cafe is a coffee shop and artisan sandwich shop located at 247 Essex St in Salem, MA, right behind the Samantha statue. It holds a rating of 4.30 based on customer reviews. Marie Feldmannova and her husband Steve Feldmann named the business after a cafe in Prague where they met. They opened their first location in Lynn in 2005, and the Salem site opened in 2007. The cafe serves craft beer, coffee, craft cocktails, and light food. The menu features an expansive crepe menu with sweet and savory fillings, as well as wholesome, veggie-friendly soups and sandwiches. They also offer breakfast, pressed sandwiches, fresh salads, and baked goods. The kitchen serves breakfast daily until 2pm. The cafe is known for its award-winning beer menu, unique wines, and zany cordials. They also serve locally brewed coffee.

The venue hosts local bands and singer-songwriters throughout the week. It features visual and performance art. Gulu-Gulu Cafe is dog-friendly on the patio; only ADA service animals are allowed inside. The business does not take reservations and seats guests on a first-come, first-served basis. Takeout is available during operating hours, except on weekends in October. Delivery is available through GrubHub or UberEats. The cafe hosts Diamonds Dine-In every Sunday from 2-4pm. It is an all-ages, free event where attendees are asked to purchase something. The cafe cannot accommodate parties over six people.

Operating hours are Monday through Wednesday from 8am to 10pm. Thursday through Saturday, the cafe is open from 8am to 1am. Sunday hours are 8am to 8pm. The kitchen closes earlier: Monday through Tuesday from 8am to 8pm, and Thursday through Saturday from 8am to 9pm. Sunday kitchen hours are 8am to 7pm. The cafe is closed the first Monday of every month for maintenance and staff development. The owners and staff are often present, and the space is described as a safe space for all people.

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