Coffee is weak. Order a cup of coffee to go they give you a small shot of espresso fill it with hot…read morewater then add some milk, coffee is weak and watery

One word... WOW. The…read moreCorner in Upper Montclair has that rare mom-and-pop feel that immediately makes you feel welcome. It's cozy, genuine, and the kind of place where you can tell there's a lot of love going into what comes out of the kitchen. And speaking of that kitchen--you can see it from pretty much every seat in the house. Watching several cooks navigate what looks like an incredibly tiny space is almost mesmerizing. Somehow, they move around each other seamlessly, and the best part? The food comes out FAST. My wife went with the hummus, and it was creamy, flavorful, and delicious. But the surprise star on the side was the salted dried kale chip--such a simple little addition, but ridiculously good. Then came my pancakes. Out of this world. Small in diameter, but super thick, with a beautifully crispy exterior giving way to an interior that was fluffy, light, and airy. I've tried making this style of pancake at home countless times, and I still have absolutely no idea how to get that texture. The syrup and berries were the perfect finishing touches. Everything just worked. I've made and had soooo many pancakes in my life, and this is easily top 3 best. The Corner is the kind of place that makes you start planning your next visit before you've even left. I'll be dreaming about getting back to this Corner.

Another great spot for breakfast/Brunch!…read more Great location too at Montclair with street parking and walking distance to Crescent Deck Garage. Place is welcoming and had nice natural lighting. We got their Huevos Rancheros, roasted chicken, tuna chaufa and lomo saltado. everything was great - good portions and beautiful flavors! Especially loved their Earl Grey latte too. the flavors of tea and espresso were very well balanced I would love to get that drink again. Also got their smores cookie for a nice sweet ending. We ended up chatting away even after we dined. Staff was very polite reminding us they needed the spot and was also kind enough to give us a some time even before the reminder. Would definitely recommend this place!

One of my favorite places in Montclair! Walk through the doors and feel the bright and warm, open…read moreand inviting vibes and space! Came alone this time, but had breakfast items with my folks a few months ago. They loved it also. Pass by the case of gorgeous pastries, croissants and coffee bar, and order takeout, or treat yourself and sit and savor a meal or treat in peace! Ordered the ceviche with crisp tostones was so colorful and beautifully plated, it was a work of art As beautiful as the art on the walls. My cafe latte on this cold, cold day was perfectly hot and balanced. The staff are attentive and helpful in helping you select menu choices. Highly recommended!

Stumbled in here during one of the coldest days of the year, primarily just to warm up. Had no…read moreexpectations because, like I said, it was cold, they were the closest place to take shelter and I saw a coffee bar. Anyway, since then I've been back 3 more times; once for breakfast and twice for brunch. And while I'm confessing, the two times for lunch were on subsequent days. Yeah, they're that good. Actually, their chicken salad on a croissant is the best I've ever had and in my advanced years I've had a crapload of chicken salad. The have a nice sized coffee bar, decorated beautifully with some pretty delicious looking pastries. I'm on an anti-sweet phase so I'm basing my opinion on only on appearance. Then there's a seating area when you can eat, served by a friendly attentive staff and an adjacent boutique area where you can purchase housewares, clothing and other cool stuff. I'm not in Maplewood all that often, generally when I'm shopping at the equally awesome City Workshop but when I do, I always make sure to hit up Perch. You should too. 1/2 star deduction because they don't offer fake sugar, just that Stevia crap which is gross.

Whenever I'm in Maplewood, I always stop into Perch Home. It's a quaint Cafe surrounded by…read morebeautiful merchandise (jewelry, apparel, home decor), historical furniture, and very good coffee. The wall frames and Christmas decorations are gorgeous and there are tables, with comfortable seating, on one end of the Cafe. I ordered the following: Matcha White Hot Chocolate (a traditional matcha latte blended with white chocolate sauce), Snickerdoodle Latte (A traditional latte, blended with brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla syrup). Both of these were served at the perfect temperature, were richly creamy, and served in large mugs. I also ordered a Carrot Cake Muffin and it was very good. It was moist, each forkful had a decent amount of walnuts, and the frosting was exquisite. Once you're finished with your food, don't forget to stroll through the entire cafe. You'll probably find something that will pique your interest. Either way, try to make time to enjoy it all.

Very great brunch option in Montclair. Came on a Saturday late morning after a fitness class. The…read morerestaurant was busy but very accommodating. They quickly sat us. I had the mangu and my lady had the avocado toast. We both really enjoyed our brunches. Ordered a side of fries, sweet plantains and chorizo. Everything was really good and will def recommend and be returning!

It was a rainy day and a lot of places were packed. We somehow lucked out when a group canceled as…read morewe were passing by this place. Located in Montclair, this small breakfast and lunch spot is a local favorite. The service was really good, they were very attentive to our large group and my toddler. They had some books for him. I had the huevas rancheros, which is only available Fri-Sun. It had 2 eggs that came on 2 fried tortillas and a side of potatoes and avocado slices. It was delicious, very flavourful and satisfying. The sourness of the seasoning went really well with the plain bean and tortilla taste and complimented the eggs well. Everyone at the table was satisfied with their meal. My son had the oatmeal, he loved it and he's not an oatmeal lover usually!

My 13 yr old and I went here for sandwiches and lattes. The restaurant was very clean and the…read moreservice was excellent. My child had the avocado toast with a fried egg and I had the tuna sandwich on a croissant. Both sandwich sandwiches were delicious and reasonably priced. We also had a Matcha latte and mocha latte. Those were amazing as well. There were convenient charging stations at each table but you have to bring your own charging cable. I would absolutely recommend this restaurant!

I love exploring cafes to work/study from! Whisk It All is a local family-owned bakery and cafe…read more It's easy to miss since it's on a quiet residential street in Glen Ridge. There's free street parking right up front. I've been here twice and both visits were positive experiences. The cafe is small, but cozy. The greenery and natural lighting make it a welcoming space to meet up with a friend over coffee and pastries or to study. There's a few tables, a couch, and stool seating facing the window. There's also free wifi and outlets. The tables are on the smaller side and the cafe isn't that big, so it's probably not best for large groups. Their menu is simple and a bit limited. Honestly... I prefer it that way! They have your core espresso drinks and a few paninis and croissant sandwiches. They bake their own pastries fresh on the premises. I recommend trying their cookies - they are huge, soft, and chewy! They also specialize in custom cakes for special occasions. Everything is reasonably priced. Baristas are sweet and efficient. They make some tasty iced lattes! The espresso is strong, but not too bitter. It has just the right balance of coffee and milk. I recently tried the Ham Solo sandwich ($10) which included scrambled egg, ham, cheddar, and avocado on a croissant with a side of chips. It wasn't bad, but I wouldn't order it again. The egg was dry and the ham and cheese tasted like those cheap, pre-sliced ones from grocery stores. If I lived closer, I could see myself stopping by more often. Check them out if you're in the area!

Food, ambience, and service is amazing! Our waiter Reggie was excellent. I highly recommend this…read morerestaurant.

While on an adventure to Millburn, NJ, we stopped in for breakfast at Willow & Whisk. Gorgeous…read moreinterior, with plenty of seating, we were able to get a table in seconds on a busy Saturday morning! The staff were incredibly friendly and were quick with recommendations on what to order. We ordered: iced s'mores latte, breakfast sandwich, lemon ricotta pancakes. Everything was delicious and came out quickly! Absolutely would stop in again soon. Indoor and outdoor seating, street or lot parking ($) available nearby!

05/17/26 This time we brought my sister in law here for a…read morebrunch. Not sure how, but we some how we managed to get in. MMAM is quickly becoming one of our favorite restaurants. Great food, excellent service and a very class ambiance. This time we had shrimp and grits, Latin tribute tamale and fried chicken and grits. All great dishes. A whole showcase of desserts, but we got here too late and they were cleaning it up for the day halfway through our meal. (Our loss) Gonna keep it short because I've been away for a while and need to catch up on my reviews. Bottom line... do try MMAM. I'm sure you'll love it. Yes... it's a BYOB!

Have been here twice and food and service was exceptional! I especially loved the hot latte. Always…read moreappreciate when food places can do great coffees too. Interior is cute and cozy, great place to meet with friends or go on a brunch date.

Adorable spot on Walnut, less than a block from the train makes for an idea, post-work Sammy spot…read more Today it was the classic chicken, which earns its name with a grilled breast, peat, roasted peppers on some kind of delicious crusty loaf. Friendly service and a wam environment. I'll be back.

To be very clear-there are a lot of great things about Red Eye Cafe. To start, it's located in a…read moresuper cute and decorative street in Montclair, NJ. The ambiance in the cafe is cozy and welcoming, and the staff is incredibly nice. The food is also a real hit. For drinks, I ordered a vanilla chai ($4) which was amazing and perfectly spiced and sweet. For food, we ordered the pumpkin pancakes ($10) and the avocado toast ($14-16) both were great. The pancakes were fluffy and flavorful with a nice cinnamon butter. The avocado toast was fresh and it's a big portion. Unfortunately, the service was noticeably slow, so keep that in mind if you're visiting on the weekend.

The cutest cafe with beautiful interior. My girls and I came for brunch and had delicious dishes…read moreand coffee. 100% recommend the breakfast burrito, desi breakfast bowl, and avacado burrata egg toast. You also HAVE to get iced Spanish latte, best coffee I've had in a while

What a beautiful cafe!!! It is so tastefully designed and decorated, everything from the art wall…read moreto the furniture. The food was delicious and felt very nourishing. The portions are very generous, too. I loved that our coffee wasn't served in to-go cups but actual glasses - a simple step toward reducing single-use plastic I feel like I don't see that very often in cafes anymore so it stood out to me. The baristas were friendly & knowledgeable about the menus. Overall, the atmosphere was very warm. Would definitely recommend!

This is a great spot to go because they have outdoor seating and I can eat with my dog in peace…read more I ordered the Cobb salad, which my fault but I should have asked for dressing on the side because it was definitely overdressed for my liking. The fries were nicely cooked and salted, but $8 was a lot for the amount given. $4 would have made more sense. And then yes, I'm even going to mention the iced tea. Because there are not very many restaurants I go to that offer a freshly brewed iced tea, which is one of my favorite drinks. It really makes the meal perfect and I appreciate a freshly brewed tea vs a canned one. Staff is nice and brought water for my dog too.

First the good: the food was cooked just as we ordered it with good portions....my husband just…read morehad a BLT but he said it could have had a pound of bacon on it?! My daughter and I split the French toast which was excellent and the Eggs Benedict (with salmon instead of Canadian bacon) also excellent?! My grandson just had scrambled eggs with toast and potatoes. Now for the not so good?! Horrible acoustics!! It was soooo loud in the dining room that we had to yell at each other and repeat ourselves to understand each other?! The coffee was forty forevers coming to the table after we ordered....and then our meal as good as it was took forever to come out. A couple seated next to us came in after us but had their food and finished and were leaving when ours FINALLY came out of the kitchen :( IF we go again we will eat outside and only in good weather.