End of an Era: Lulu in the Grove Says Goodbye After 13 Iconic Years

Lulu also served up lunch and dinner faves like crunchy green tomatoes, Brussels sprouts, and their iconic skinny truffle fries. Whether you were craving a leisurely outdoor lunch or sneaking in a late-afternoon snack on their couch seating, Lulu always came through.

While Greenstreet Cafe—the brunch titan just across the street—often stole the spotlight with its perpetually long lines (even on weekdays!), Lulu carved its own niche as the go-to for those who wanted a chill, shorter wait. The vibe? Less hustle, more hang.

Flashback to 2011–2017, back when the Grove wasn’t the bustling hotspot we know today. CocoWalk was still in its “movie theater + Starbucks” era, and Lulu, alongside its sister restaurant Greenstreet, was holding it down. For students at nearby schools like Carrollton and Ransom Everglades, Lulu wasn’t just a brunch spot—it was the spot. Skipping class? Grabbing an afterschool snack? Lulu was the place to be (sorry, parents, the secret’s out).