A hidden gem! Very quaint and delicious food. We stopped by for lunch, while driving through town and what a great spot. My husband had the chicken salad in a croissant and I had the grilled chicken salad, and it was so good. We couldn't resist and enjoyed some delish pastries too, the blueberry tart was to die for!!! read more

Cute country place for breakfast/brunch which is larger inside then you would realize. They also have a lot of tables outside on the side that is also not noticeable right away. Nice menu with creative interesting choices. My husband enjoyed an egg platter with eggs made the way he wanted, country ham, & excellent bread that was grilled instead of toasted. Eggs taste like they are from a local farm as well as the ham - score! I enjoyed a frittata with a side salad - excellent. They also have a nice bakery section with interesting enticing things to enjoy. Be sure to check this place out when in the area! read more

Bex Kitchen - Asparagus, pepper, & tarragon frittata with arugula salad - delish! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Califon, New Jersey

Becky and Kate are incredibly kind and the muffins are delicious. My favorite is the Morning Glory muffin. When I stopped in, they made me feel welcomed and like I was in Stars Hollow (for the Gilmore Girls fans). I'll definitely be back and hope to try some of the breakfast and lunch dishes. They're also doing events like sound healing and live music which is very exciting. Thank you for being a wonderful part of the community! read more

Loved my asparagus frittata! Hubby was happy with his Scotch eggs and his (delicious) coffee. Terrific table service throughout out meal! Five stars read more

The staff is friendly and helpful and the food is delicious. I have been patronizing Bex since it opened and I have never been disappointed.

I live and brunch in NYC all the time and I really wish Bex had a location in Manhattan because this is some of the best brunch I've had. LEMON POPPY SEED PANCAKES This literally tastes like a cake. It's magical. I'm not big on sweet things for breakfast, but I would definitely get this again. SHAKSHUKA Flavorful and hot - the shakshuka was definitely a hit! PROSCIUTTO AND FIG SANDWICH The saltiness of the prosciutto is well balanced by the sweetness of the fig. Lovely sandwich! QUICHE DE JOUR A quiche with a crispy, flaky crust that made for a warm, savory breakfast. I also recommend the pastries. The croissant in particular was very good. If you like your cookies crunchy and a little chewy, I would grab some of those too. The service was warm and welcoming and I will definitely be back (maybe for their supper club. That looks interesting!) read more

Bex Kitchen - prosciutto and fig sandwich. delicious! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Califon, New Jersey

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Bex catered a 'sit down' Celebration of life' for us recently, handling everything from flowers to tableware to tent (when weather threatened) to menu. Everything was flawless and food outstanding as always. I so appreciated the care, attention to detail, and kindness throughout. read more

I've only been once, but will for sure be back. They had a sign saying they were working with a 'limited' menu for some reason, but I found plenty of options for lunch. I had a slice of quiche with a side salad and it was all heavenly. The folks behind the counter and the waitstaff were all super-friendly. The place was clean and nicely decorated. Can't wait to have lunch there again. read more

Cute place with outdoor seating. We stop here when taking a break on the Columbia trail. Portobello sandwich - ok Jerk chicken sandwich - it was ok Cafe au lait - good read more

My go to for all things related to great food. Covid has them changing things up so please be patient but quality is still there. Hosted wife's 40th there and it was a blast. Owner is head chef and takes pride in everything she does. Great stop on the Colombia trail for a coffee and a snack or more. read more

My favorite local eatery! I cant wait for the cafe to open up again this fall! Beckys catering is the best as well!

I finally visited this charming unassuming hidden gem today after hearing many good things about it and I couldn't have been happier. It was a special lunch date with my daughter on a dreary Sunday and it was just what we needed. A laidback place with the perfect eclectic menu, warm service and lovely display of pastries. We'll be back!! read more

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Spectacular food, friendly staff and gorgeous scenery at this little out of the way place right near the Columbia Trail. This place is a true gem! read more

Fantastic little brunch joint where it's hard to decide what to eat because so much is good. Don't forget not to skip dessert because it's so good and it goes to a different stomach anyway - so there is always room :) read more

It seems like my prior post from many months ago was erased. So I will review once again. I find nothing appealing to Bex. I must have waited over half an hour for my food. Grant it the place got packed with tourists (cyclist coming into town) but for moments like these you have to be prepared. It was my first and last time in there. They were so disorganized. They couldn't handle the crowds clearly. I also attended a fundraiser where they catered the event and the food was sub par. They should never try to do a Mexican food station again. I met the owner that night and I couldn't even compliment her. Update 2016: decided to give it another shot. Again, horrible horrible customer service. Not one smile to greet me. I waited for help for some time and there was no crowd this time. Then I got scolded by a worker for where I parked my car. It wasn't illegal and there were no signs. Had she approached me differently I would have moved my car and apologized, but she didn't. So I waited a long time for my food, told her when my food comes out I will leave. And I did and vowed never ever to return. The food was not bad btw but not worth going back for. read more

They do a nice job. Cozy atmosphere. Excellent croissants. Nice breakfasts and lunches with healthy salads. Sweet potatoes are often undercooked. I wish they had a real chef doing their cooking. The catering business gets more attention than the restaurant does. Otherwise always enjoy our visits when we arrive via bicycles from the Columbia Trail. read more

Cute spot! Clean and friendly. Nice local feel. Prices are higher than I'd like but it's a local spot and it's in califon so there ya go. Food is good so I'm willing to pay for a nice breakfast there and some dynamite donuts every now and then! read more

I want to love Bex. There's not much going on in Hunterdon County so the 20 minute drive to this quaint eatery would be worth it if something, anything, was unique. The meals I've had there always sound much better on the menu than they look and taste on a plate in front of you. But again for Hunterdon County the bar is set low. Call me nitpicky, but the actual straw that broke my back was getting charged for a coffee refill. I'm by no means cheap, but when everyone and their mother offer free refills (especially helpful with Bex's longer than acceptable food waits) you must follow suit. Those small Ikea cups just don't hold much to begin with. So I guess I'll stick to the diners out here until something worthwhile comes along. read more

After a relatively long walk on the adjacent Columbia Trail, we stopped here for brunch. Was actually looking for lunch and a sandwich but they only do brunch on Sundays. Wife had a salad and it was delicious. Forgot the name but had cheese, apple strips, candied walnuts and mixed greens. She loved it. I opted for the ricotta pancakes. They were spectacular. Light, tasty and with the real maple syrup a total delight. Service was excellent and now my wife is looking forward to the coming supper club. read more

I used to love Bex, especially for Sunday Brunch. Then they closed for a period but reopened. However after they reopened they haven't been the same. Their opening hours have been restricted. Their menu has become sooo limited and they are pricey (especially their espresso drinks). So for the price I'm not willing to settle. However, their staff is so super friendly. I wish they would expand their menu again. read more

They were very good, but rumor is they closed to focus on their catering business. REOPEN! It was such a nice spot in Califon, and having a closed space to the public does not help with the local economy :/. 3 stars for what it is now. 5 stars if they open again to the public. read more

beautiful outdoor seating area, friendly staff, good food. perfect spot to stop for some lunch when traversing the columbia trail

I discovered this place one day when I was casually riding my bicycle. Came back a few weeks later and ever since I have been visiting this lovely place at least once a month. Breakfast is great, lunch is amazing, and brunch is out-of-this-world. Not sure what ever happened to the ricotta poppy seeds lemon pancakes though. Great for out-door seating when the weather is nice. I highly recommend this place. They are friendly btw. read more

BEX Kitchen is awesome....It's the perfect place to sit and catch up with friends. We stopped in for lunch today...I had Chicken Salad sand. and a side of Quinoa salad - The chicken salad was AMAZING - it had fresh apples and cranberries and I believe walnuts as well...Everything was perfectly blended. I have never had Quinoa salad before and i was sooooo impressed with the way it was made...Curry (never had that before) as well as cut up Mango in it - If you love Quinoa - def have to try that...I know I will have it again. Also i found the staff VERY friendly and they always came by the table to see if we needed anything else. The place gets better and better every time i stop in. Thanks for an awesome Visit BEX!!! Kimberly read more

Went for brunch and got a bunch of food and it was all amazing!! The salads were really fresh, healthy and delicious. The scotch egg was delish; it was a boiled egg surrounded by sausage and breadcrumbs. It's definitely worth the drive! read more

Amazing food that oh don't feel guilty about eating My only complaint is that sometimes it takes quite some time for the drinks to come out and I like my drink a few minutes, not 10 after I sit Food, staff and clientele are all absolute gems read more

We are so fortunate to have Bex Kitchen in our town. when I need a healthy bite or a place to meet friends for a nice lunch or coffee and a delish dessert- No question...Bex. Also they have catered parties and charity events for me and went above and beyond. Fabulous catering! read more

Lovely place and lovely food. We had lunch while biking and thoroughly enjoyed the salad and coffees. We will be back and enjoy some of the fabulous looking pastries. read more

The pancakes and French toast are the BEST!!! We'll be back cause the motorcycle ride from Morristown to Califon was great! Thanks!

Bex is my go-to for a delicious breakfast or lunch. The menu is creative and the food is prepared with local, often times organic ingredients. My favorites are the Bex burrito and curry chicken salad sandwich. My kids love croissants and Bex makes by far the best in the area. They are light, flaky, buttery and delicious. I am surprised to read that a Yelper perceived the Bex staff as unfriendly and annoyed by kids. The staff is lovely. They are warm, friendly and helpful. I have two small children and they are greeted with big smiles, given drinks in cute milk bottle kids cups, and slipped samples of desserts. read more

An absolute favorite! Stop in for a coffee or stay for a meal but either way GO! You won't be disappointed. I love their sandwiches- The prosciutto and fig sandwich is to die for! But you really can't go wrong. Everything is super fresh and yummy and the people are friendly. It's a great neighborhood restaurant! Definitely check out their catering too. I've had huge success with their super bowl menu the past few years!! read more

Very cute place out of the way of everything to get a delicious meal. They do focus on healthy things, but don't let that stop you. their soups are varied and tasty. I also had a quinoa salad that was downright fantastic. They also can make a mean espresso drink. My latte was great. You will spend a bit at this place I had a 25 dollar lunch for a soup, salad and two lattes. That said I would do it again. read more

Wonderful place with excellent quality food, reasonably priced, and extremely friendly staff. Bex is family owned and uses as many local ingredients as possible, while keeping prices very reasonable. Their supper club has been wonderful, with amazing quality entrees and impressive desserts. Stop by for a doppio espresso or a full meal and you won't be disappointed. read more

Nice spot to grab coffee and something to nibble on, but they aren't exactly friendly, especially if you have the nerve to bring a small child with you. read more

I cannot say enough about the food at BEX Kitchen. The chef, Becky, is simply outstanding and blends freshness to refined, delicate and truly amazingly flavorful tastes! The menu is always mouthwatering, and tasting it will certainly blow you away! She will make the effort to select her produce locally, she is hugely versatile in what she can make and has a wide array of knowledge that she will gladly share with you. Her cooking is more European, hence leaner, flavorful and a sure hit for anyone with a passion for true flavors. Becky is terrific a hidden treasure of the area -make sure to stop by if you're around! The only reason why I'm unfortunately holding back my review to 3-stars is that we hired their service for catering and, sadly, we did not have the best experience with them for the organizational aspect of the event. Unfortunately, there were many unforeseen outcomes and the costs were not properly broken down. Granted, we do not cater often so we may not be familiar with the common customs of it. However, more guidance would have made everything so much better and would have prevented the heartburns we had when we saw the bill. I would still recommend them to anyone interested in stopping by for a bite or for their catering services. If you do hire them for catering, simply ask as many questions as necessary until you feel fully comfortable and make sure that you truly understand everything that is being presented to you (especially the bill). I'm dearly hoping that this last part of my review will not be applicable soon enough as I'm thinking that this was maybe just a mishap due to a learning process. I wish them the best of success as they truly deserve it! read more

The food was good, but I wish the waitress had warned me of how incredibly small my salad was going to be. It was my lunch, not an appetizer, and came in a very small bowl which would have been a good size for a side salad you get with your meal, not your actual meal. I ate the whole thing in about 3 minutes. Definitely not worth the money. Don't come here if you are hungry, you will leave hungry as well! read more

My husband had an omelet with roasted tomatoes and thyme which was strangely symmetrical, rubbery, and tasted like they had microwaved the eggs. I had the spicy chicken wrap. The chicken was dry and tough and without the salsa would have been inedible. And to add insult to injury, it's expensive. On the plus side, the staff is cheerful and the room is pleasant. read more

Food is great. Service is awesome. Either eating in or having a party catered, this is a go-to place.

I was very disappointed to learn that Bex no longer serves dinner. As noted on my 3/22/13 feedback, I thought the food was very good. I suspect they stopped serving dinner due to low turnout. However, I never saw Ben doing any advertising that they served dinner. Everything appeared to be word-of-mouth. That does not work in Califon and surrounding areas. Bex needs to advertise. You gotta spend a few bucks to make lots of bucks. Bad decision to end dinner. read more

My parents and I went on a long bike ride this morning on the Columbia Trail and ended up in Califon on a hunt for breakfast. We got there at 8:45 and saw that Bex Kitchen opened for brunch at 9 so we rode around a few more minutes and came back. It seemed that the second the clock hit 9, the town came alive and EVERYONE was eating here! We parked our bikes and suddenly a ton of people with dogs and riding bikes strolled up. Adorable place with outdoor seating and clearly caters to the type of customers they had - large water bowl for dogs, a water cooler for riders to refill bottles. The food was simple, fresh, and delicious! We're looking forward to stopping by again next Saturday on our ride. read more