The food is overpriced! The quality is bad, it's upon average of what I could make at home. My mom ate chorizo, a sausage (pork). It was not fully cooked and she only ate half of it. With eating half of it, she has had stomach problems since Friday morning, it is now Monday. She's still not feeling well. The bread is never fresh, you can tell they kept it for days. Please be aware of the food you are eating/ paying for! That's all I can say. read more

Once again, we visited Bread Cafe Bakery because my husband was craving their guava pastries. I honestly don't know why we hadn't returned sooner--I absolutely love this place! It's always so clean, the staff is attentive, and the food is amazing. We had just eaten breakfast, so we only stopped in for pastries this time. Everything was as delicious as I remembered. Can't wait to come back! read more

Bread Cafe Bakery - Delicious pastries - Colombian Near Me - Green Brook, New Jersey

My favorite empanadas place, but they also have great bake goods, and rice dishes. Overall, its a great pickup and go food stop. I highly recommended read more

We arrived at 6:45pm and were advised we would only be serviced if we ordered "To Go" because they are cleaning to close at 7:45pm. As a business owner, I find this to be a terrible way to service patrons. You might as well close the doors and hour before. The food here is decent, but it needs to be accompanied by excellence in customer service and that was a major fail. read more

Ordered a whole lot of food here to celebrate my mom's birthday and it was all delicious! First off, you need to get a pastry. While most of our order was to go, I absolutely needed to try one of their sweets so, with my coffee, I got the apple turnover. The pastry dough was perfectly soft and the apple filling was just sweet enough. Okay now on to dinner! We got basically a little (or a lot) of everything. The soup, rice, fried plantanos, the roasted chicken with potatoes, sausage, beef, and of course the beans. Their wasn't much on the menu that we didn't bring home but it was all delicious. And while they do have an actual menu, all of our ordering came from just peaking into the display case where they kept trays of all of the hot prepared foods. My favorites were the beef stew, fried plantains and the soup. If you are coming for lunch or dinner, definitely give those a try! And their rice was a little crispy and buttery, perfect underneath heaps of all of this food. I wasn't too crazy about the beans and thought the chicken was just a little dry, I think it needed more of the juice and potatoes, but it was still enjoyed by all. The space was casual but still nice! They had a few tables, but you will still order, pay and get your food at the counter. I'm super happy found this little gem right off of 22! read more

We were in the area and decided to come to this place again! Their carne empanadas are so good! The tamales are pretty big so I would share that if I get it again. We also had their guanábana shake which was refreshing and not overly sweet. Their customer service is 10/10, very attentive. read more

Bread Cafe Bakery - Empanadas - Colombian Near Me - Green Brook, New Jersey

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Love the Latin pastries... the guava something... so goood!! The empanadas were also very very yummy. Super friendly staff, no frills and small but well kept. I always do take out. read more

This was our first time at Bread Cafe and we cannot wait to come back. Food: everything was delicious. All of the food was PACKED with flavor and the meats were very tender. Empanadas came with this delicious vinegary, spicy sauce that we couldn't get enough of. Our favorite thing we got was the chiccaron. It was so crispy and perfectly cooked. Service: the people running the counter were super nice and explained all the food that they had available. We ordered everything from the buffet so we had questions about what each item was. Ambiance: this is definitely a more casual spot and it's a bit small. You go up to the counter, order your food, and then head to a table. We can't wait to go back to try more! read more

Bread Cafe Bakery - Food from buffet: Platanos Carne Arroz y frijoles Empanadas Chicharron - Colombian Near Me - Green Brook, New Jersey

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Always a treat to stop in, literally, the baked goods are all so delicious. There is a treat for everyone. Baked fresh, each is made with top ingredients and a great addition to the traditional Colombian dishes. Breakfast,lunch, or dinner the options include delicious rice, crispy pork and sweet plantains. It's a "home cooked" meal to go. Service is appropriate for meals made to order. Ambiance is relaxed, some patrons were drinking coffee and chatting. read more

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Empanadas seemed like they were sitting there for a while, rice was not fresh, seem to overcharge, very cramped, everyone is bumping into each other so not a good place to dine in. they have a cash price and a credit card price, sometimes even if you pay cash they charge you the more expensive credit card price, I only noticed after I left and did the math, worst Colombian restaurant in the area. Better places in Plainfield and boundbrook with cleaner kitchens. read more

Authentic feel and environment. Baked goods looked delicious but didn't try any. Was there for lunch. Ordered the carne lunch special. Good flavor in the sauce, meat was a little dry. Fried plantains added the moisture and flavor needed. Wife ordered the hot dog and rice dish (forgot what it was named). But it was basically hot dogs and fried rice. Would not get again. Overall, it was good, not amazing. Was hoping for better seasoned food like you'd find in queens or uptown, but good for being in central Jersey. Would return, but not craving it. Oh, and really dislike the name. Doesn't give any clue as to what type of restaurant it is. read more

Very friendly and incredibly inexpensive. All bakery items were delicious. I had some trouble ordering as many who work there are not fluent in English read more

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Latin American cafe. Extremely juicy beef, lame empanadas, and tasty arepas. The guy gave us a huge discount the first time but tried to rip us off the last time, so we will not return read more

Definitely a nice addition to greenbrook area . I love colombian food and bakery item and they have a lot of both. Great menu if you are looking for breakfast, lunch, dinner items . They have a huge selection of bakery items I definitely recommend the guava pastries so good !! The chicharron was delicious . My father in law enjoyed the pan de Bono . I ordered the chicken and beef empanadas a tad dry but good flavors .I got a few guava croissants those were delicious and huge . I will definitely be back to try some more of those yummy selections they have . read more

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Went to bread Café bakery last Sunday ordered food to go, when we were getting ready to pay a HUGE cockroach was on the counter. The girl at the register, slapped it with her hand, brushed it off and put her hand out to take our payment like it was nothing! Needless to say we didn't take the food and we left. I'm giving this place one star because it won't let me continue my review without selecting a star rating but it really should be zero stars. read more

The most delicious Colombian bakery and restaurant I've have ever tried. I wish they had a location is NYC. Super friendly, inviting and hearty. The empanadas are a must! read more

Great food whether it's baked goods or hot meals. Staff is very friendly as well. Small eating area where you can order at the counter and sit at a table. Beef empanadas are 10/10 read more

Excellent customer service. I've had their beef soup and several desserts. The desserts have the right amount of sugar-not too sugary, tasty and fresh. You can tell they take pride in each product. It's typically busy but the line moves very very fast. read more

I used to order out from a place similar to this in the East Village, when I was living in NYC. Great food with large portions, especially the chicken and meat platters! The epanadas are crispy and expertly fried. The price is right, too. If you do not want to go back into the city for this kind of food, give this place a try! read more

I have a long drive to work each weekday and a major part of it is on US Route 22. An absolutely great Columbian bakery! I've tried many empanadas in the Elizabeth area, but the beef and chicken empanadas here are the best I've had. And their coffee is the best. They have pastries and traditional meals. I'm always takeout, but they have a cozy nook of about 4 tables. And they are very clean. BTW its in Route 22 East in Greenbrook, on the corner of Cramer Ave. read more

Ok from the top... Parking is limited. The place looks nice. Clean and decorations look nice. Butttttt now we get to what really matters. The prices of the food are ok as far as the amount that is given. The real problem is the taste. Which is non existent. The empanadas taste like paper. No seasoning at all and the same with the calentado. The service is also non existent. You order at the counter and you have to come back and pick it up. No table service at all. Also you have to pay before you get your food. The staff was a bit rude and go my wife's order wrong then got bothered when I asked them to correct it. To tie it all together your getting paper plates and plastic utensils and make sure you clean up after yourself. So yeah not going back .. read more

Food is always delicious. Breads always fresh from the oven. I definitely always keep coming back for their soup (to go). I almost love everything they cook and put out. The staff are friendly and attentive. Parking is plentiful and since they're right in the corner, you can make a quick U-turn and be on your way. read more

I've passed this spot endless times since they opened and always thought hmmm....need to check it out. Finally had the chance and man, glad we did. They have a parking lot but it's small. Be prepared to wait to park if you're coming when it's busy. Since it was a wknd, we found a spot right away. I was immediately drawn to the display of bread and pastries. Everything looked fresh and you can smell it in the air. I was pretty hungry so I ended up ordering a bfast sandwich on their croissant with mango juice (self serve) and coffee (self serve). The sandwich was HUGE and decently filled. It was delicious. Coffee was just ok and juice was pretty good provided you mixed it up a bit. I showed some restraint and did not take home any pastries because we had a lot of bread at home BUT took home some maduros. I def want to come back for other stuff (they have food for lunch!). Check them out if you're in the area! read more

Bread Cafe Bakery - Colombian Near Me - Green Brook, New Jersey

This is a Kool neighborhood spot. Everytime I go, I'm always greeted with smiles. I usually grab a few empanadas and mango juice for breakfast. On one visit, we sat down and shared a bacon egg and cheese sandwich on a croissant. It was straight off the grilled (5 stars). read more

This bakery is expensive and the food is not fresh. my fish seemed reheated and stale, my breaded chicken seemed over cooked and very rubbery like... never again will go back to this Bakery.. we called to get a new piece of fish and chicken and was told to bad, we cook fresh no refunds... so I say Fu&$ this plays... horrible service read more

Bread Cafe Bakery - This is supposed to b fresh breaded fish.. but my fish is brown and discolored.. - Colombian Near Me - Green Brook, New Jersey

Awesome service, very helpful and friendly recommended diff options and accommodated special order. Ambiance is very authentic welcoming and sleek. Definitely recommend, great eat in and grab go options. Fresh bakery options, ready to serve meals, & an a'lacarte menu. read more

Bread Cafe Bakery - Calentado with Meat, Huevos Pericos - Colombian Near Me - Green Brook, New Jersey

Chicken/Beef Empanada are delicious! Also try their lunch buffet - had some white rice +beans+ plantains and beef steak stew. Well worth the hassle of driving on rt 22 read more

Very inexpensive and tasty empanadas. The waitresses are all helpful and supportive. I like how they put peas in the empanadas. They remind me of Indian Samosas a little bit. It may not be the healthiest food but you can tell it's made with love and everything is completely worth it. This is a great place read more

Had to order takeout: chicken and beef empanadas. Pork ribs entree. Can't wait to actually sit down and eat as the inside decor is very nice! They are open until 7pm everyday. read more

The best, fresh food, bakery items, friendly staff- I have eaten here at least 10 times- highly recommend; glad I walked in a few months ago, because I thought it was just a bakery/coffee place only; chicken avocado salad and carne asade top notch! read more

Always laughing at the Starbucks across the street, when the coffee here is so much better. The pastries are fresh and baked fresh. The food is fresh and the restaurant is not fancy, but it is clean!! The people are so kind and friendly!! read more

Fresh bread, amazing desserts, out of this world empanadas, great service, what a great addition to the area

It was good. I'm sure if I spoke the same language as the employee I would know what I was buying. It's cute. He was very nice. I wish them lots of luck. I'll go back if ever in the area read more

Horrible place to eat. One star is too much for this place. I went there with my husband and girls, ordered 3 empanadas and they were not edible! They weren't cooked on the inside and they had no flavor at all and when I told the cashier and showed her the raw dough, she kind of smiled and said that it was potato wich is stupid since I've eaten Colombian empanadas for years and know the difference. I tasted it in front of her and asked her if she wanted to taste it and she obviously declined. She didn't even ask me if we wanted something else instead, as long as they make business out of you they don't care if what they're selling is garbage. My husband ordered a Bandera paisa wich was another disappointment, he couldn't even eat it, it was the worst Bandera paisa he's every tried, we wasted $41 in this place wich I also thought was pricey especially when we threw everything in the garbage and were still hungry. Never going back to that place. read more