Inside the Menu

At Asali Desserts & Cafe, the menu offers a cozy blend of Middle Eastern flavors and classic cafe treats, all within a comfortable $10–20 range. You can start with a warm or iced coffee drink, like a smooth cappuccino or the unique Iced Sahlab—a refreshing twist on a traditional creamy milk drink. For something savory, the hummus and tabouli salad provide light, fresh options that pair nicely with the drinks. Moving on, the dessert selection brings a mix of rich and delicate sweets, from layered cakes like the Chocolate Raspberry Cake Slice to more traditional items featuring nuts and floral notes. Many guests enjoy sampling a few different treats alongside their coffee, making it easy to create a casual tasting experience that flows naturally from drinks to savory bites and finishes with a sweet ending.

Menu Sections (40)

  1. Cold Brew

  2. Iced Sahlab – A take on the traditionally hot creamy milk drink made with Sahlab, a flour made from the tubers of orchids. It is served over ice and garnished with cinnamon. 16oz cup – $5.00

  3. Iced Latte

  4. Vimto Soda – $2.00

  5. Latte

  6. Tea

  7. Hot Chocolate

  8. Espresso

  9. Americano

  10. Cappuccino – 8 oz cup

  11. Sahlab – A Middle Eastern hot creamy milk drink made with Sahlab, a flour made from the tubers of orchids. It is garnished with cinnamon, pistachio and unsweetened coconut flakes. 12 oz cup – $5.00

  1. Hummus Tub (Pita Chips Available) – Use our Hummus as a dip, spread, or savory dish! Made from cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. Hummus is Gluten Free!

  2. Tabouli Salad Tub – Our middle eastern vegetarian salad made of finely chopped parsley, with tomatoes, mint, onion, quinoa and seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Our Tabouli is Gluten Free! – $6.00

  3. Za'atar Pie – A soft middle eastern flatbread with a savory cheese, black olives and tomatoes topped with an herb blend and sesame seeds. – $3.00

  4. Spinach Pie – Bread dough stuffed with baby spinach, onions, sumac and lemon juice baked to a golden brown perfection and brushed with olive oil. – $3.00

  5. Spinach/Feta/Egg Breakfast Pastry – Puff Pastry dough stuffed with baby spinach, egg and feta cheese baked to a golden finish. – $3.50

  6. Tomato/Feta/Egg Breakfast Pastry – Puff Pastry dough stuffed with tomato, egg and feta cheese baked to a golden finish with toasted sesame seeds. – $3.50

  7. Bacon/Green Onion/Egg Breakfast Pastry – Puff Pastry dough filled with a mix of beef bacon, eggs, and green onions seasoned to perfection. – $3.50

  8. Cheese Pie – Traditional Middle Eastern flatbread with a savory cheese blend and black seed topping. – $3.00

  1. Baklava Cheesecake Slice – Layers of filo dough with our special walnut baklava filling paired with a traditional cream cheese cheesecake. Served with our homemade syrup infused with orange blossom and rose water. – $8.00

  2. Chocolate Raspberry Cake Slice – Chocolate cake layered with chocolate swiss buttercream and a layer of fresh raspberry puree covered in more Swiss buttercream with a dark ganache drizzle. – $6.50

  3. Strawberry Cream Cheese Cake Slice – Strawberry cake made with actual strawberries and layered with our classic cream cheese frosting. – $6.50

  4. Almond Cake Slice – White Almond cake layers with almond swiss buttercream and our classic spakle design using choice colors and a splash of our edible gold dust. Decoration can vary by month or season. – $6.50

  5. Tiramisu Dessert Tub – Tiramisu is a coffee-flavoured Italian dessert we have adapted using our Turkish coffee with cardamom. Genoise is dipped with coffee and layered with a creamy lightly sweetened mascarpone cream topped with fresh whip cream and cocoa. – $6.50

  6. Hazelnut Mousse Dessert Tub – Decadently creamy, light , and indulgently chocolaty hazelnut mousse topped with fresh whip cream and chocolate shavings and a delicious Ferrero Rocher. Note: Our Hazelnut Mousse Dessert Tub is gluten free without the ferrero rocher garnish. – $6.50

  7. Tres Leches Dessert Tub – A must try take on the Mexican dessert! It’s a deliciously rich and moist, milk-soaked cake layered with fresh whip cream and garnished with seasonal fruits. It’s sweet and refreshing, and even picky eaters love this! – $6.50

  8. Gluten-Free Rice Pudding Dessert Tub – Creamy Calrose rice pudding infused with orange blossom and topped with cinnamon, crushed pistachios and unsweetened coconuts. – $6.50

  9. Chocoflan Slice – Moist dark chocolate caked baked with a creamy flan layer and topped with caramel. – $6.00

  10. Kenafa Cheese – Shredded fillo dough, baked to perfection, with a sweet cheese base and drizzled with our homemade syrup infused with orange blossom and rose garnished with pistachios. – $6.00

  11. Kenafa Cream – Shredded fillo dough, baked to perfection, with a sweet cream filling. – $4.00

  12. Azka – Creamy dark chocolate ganache with layers of biscuits and unsweetened coconut topped with a smooth layer of dark chocolate ganache. – $6.00

  13. Almond Tart (Gluten Free) – A soft tart shell made of gluten free flour with hint of orange juice and zest flavored frangipane and topped with toasted almonds. – $5.00

  14. Chocolate Tahini Tart – Creamy and loaded dark chocolate tahini tart topped with a dark ganache and some seasonal fruit garnish. – $6.00

  15. Kenafa Cheesecake – Our take on an American classic cheesecake but with a shredded phyllo dough for the crust and topping! Served with s sprinkle of crushed pistachio and drizzled with our home made sweet syrup infused with orange blossom and rose water. – $6.00

  16. Baklava – Mix of chopped walnuts, cinnamon and nutmeg sandwiched between filo dough layers and bathed with our delicious homemade sweet syrup. – $3.00

  17. Lady Fingers – Chopped almonds rolled into filo dough rolls and bathed with our delicious homemade sweet syrup. Sold individually. – $3.00

  18. Pecan Birds Nest – Coarsely chopped pecans lightly drizzled with maple syrup and nesting atop a finely constructed filo dough nest. Drizzled with our homemade sweet syrup. – $3.00

  19. Harrisa – A dazzling Semolina cake baked with shredded coconut and soaked in our delicious homemake sweet syrup. – $3.00

  20. Large Baklava Variety Box – 24x walnut Baklava 9x Almond Lady Fingers 6x Pecan Bird's Nest 4x Pistachio Lady Bracelet – $35.00

  21. Carrot Cake – $7.00

How This Menu Feels

Dining at Asali Desserts & Cafe feels like a gentle pause in a busy day—inviting you to slow down and savor each bite or sip. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet moment alone with a warm cup or sharing small plates with friends, the menu encourages a relaxed, unhurried experience. There’s a thoughtful balance between indulgence and comfort, creating a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that feels both special and familiar. It’s a place that invites connection, contemplation, and a little sweet indulgence, whether you’re staying awhile or grabbing a quick treat on the go.

Menu Questions

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  • 07:30 AM - 09:00 PM
  • 07:30 AM - 09:00 PM
  • 07:30 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Closed
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  • 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Where This Food Place Lives

107 Edinburgh S Dr Suite 106-A, Cary, NC 27511, United States

+1 919-362-7882