Why Come Here? Laid back, uncrowded Williamsburg cafe with solid light Mediterranean fare
Williamsburg has been overrun with cafes in the past decade, but somehow Re.Union manages to feel different. The space is bright and airy owing to it’s corner location which allows for two walls of floor to ceiling windows. It’s located on a developing stretch of Union Avenue that’s not far off the L train yet feels like miles from the bustle of Bedford Avenue. Throw in a unpretentious vibe you overall get a less crowded, more laid back experience than most of the cafes further west.
Lest all this makes your forget where you are, there are many Brooklyn-esque elements to keep you grounded. The largest of these is a wall cabinet filled with vintage artifacts like old scales, a domed bird cage and tub of Dutch Boy Potato chips. The bathroom is also worth a visit to see the walls covered old school looking blue-and-white wall paper with images Brooklyn icons like the Coney Island Cyclone and Biggies.
The food is a cut above your typical coffee shops and blends cafe fare with Mediterranean cuisine, a nod to the owners Israeli heritage. So expect to find quinoa, Israeli salads and shakshuka as well as some less common offerings like the beet & vodka cured salmon and balsamic blueberry reduction over goat cheese sandwiches. They also serve up local favorites like coffee from Stumptown (including cold brew on tap), Balthazar pastries and Dough doughnuts. It’s a perfect place to hang out grab a light meal with friends or on your own.
Here’s what I’ve tried:
Beet & Vodka Cured Salmon Sandwichย 
Probably the most interesting item on the menu, it comes topped with sour cream, scallion and cherry tomato juice. It’s cool and a little sweet making it a light, refreshing meal.
The Balkanย Think of this a Mediterranean platter in sandwich form. It’s got grilled eggplant, feta, tomato, onion, arugula and tahini. It’s perfect for when you kinda want a salad but also kinda want a sandwich.
Kale Salad A misleading name given it’s primarily quinoa, but it’s delicious nevertheless. I’m a big fan on the avocado that’s hidden in the quinoa and pleasantly surprises you every second or third bite. The citrus dressing has a mustardy component that works surprisingly well. Feel free to add chicken to make it more substantial.
Fancy Grilled Cheese 
I’m conflicted on this one. On the one hand, the bacon is perfectly cooked and I like the sweet addition of tomato jam. But on the other hand, the one I had was a little too greasy for my liking. Hopefully that can be corrected in time.
Re.Union
544 Union Avenue (Withers & Frosts Sts.)
Brooklyn, NY
