Copper Kettle Deli

For some reason this restaurant popped up on social media today and since my wife and I had the day…read moreoff, we decided to take the short drive here for breakfast. This popular cafe is located right in the heart of Basking Ridge. It's small inside but there's outdoor seating also. We had a half hour wait for a table inside. The place has a very cozy feel to it and everyone we met who worked here was very friendly. I started my meal with a Vanilla Chai Latte and my wife had a Macha Latte. My wife ordered the Blintzes with blueberries and I had the Paris Morning breakfast. We both loved the food! My dish came with 2 potato pancakes, 2 poached eggs, and smoked salmon. Just delicious! A cool bit of trivia is that Paul McCartney and his wife stopped in here a few years ago. We didn't see Paul today, but we did enjoy the experience!

We came on a Saturday around noon so they were packed both outdoor and indoor. There were two seats…read moreat the bar so we decided to go with that because we were both hungry and didn't want to wait for a table to clear up. Glad we didn't because we got great service at the bar and a lot the people in the 2 chair tables were still there enjoying their meals when we were leaving. What we ordered: - Steak and Eggs (Grilled NY strip steak, two sunny side up eggs, breakfast potatoes with Chimichurri sauce) - Eggs Benny (Two poached eggs, thick cut candied applewood bacon on toasted baguette, topped with Hollandaise sauce served with grilled asparagus) - Lemonade The food was very good. I prefer my breakfast potatoes crispy so I didn't finish those but everything else cooked to perfection. This place was on my list for a while now so I'm glad I was able to cross it off and would recommend it!

Although there were many tables, this counter gave us the perfect cafe experience.

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Brunch by De Martino

4.5(506 reviews)

9.0 mi

Minority-owned & operated

Kid friendly

He know and the staff are absolutely amazing and the food is incredible. Don't hesitate to visit…read morethis restaurant. You won't be sorry.

I would give this a 6 out of 5. I ordered the tres leches French toast. It was sweet but not too…read moresweet and it was the perfect amount for me. We were seated almost immediately and we really liked the overall vibe. Amazing experience overall!

Death by Chocolate Pancakes with rasberry compote

Buttermilk waffle with fresh strawberries, banana & nutella

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Sweet plantains, bacon guava jam, whipped queso fresco, maple crema, chili spiced cashews

The Butler's Pantry Trackside

4.3(62 reviews)

3.9 mi

I've gone there several times for lunch. The waiter, George, couldn't have been nicer. I went with…read morea group of 3 friends. We all enjoyed our meals. I'd call it diner food, with a simple menu. Burgers and fries, as well as salads, were fine. More recently, I went with a 3-year old who loved the model train running there, and the "big trains" that ran adjacent to the restaurant. So, good for all ages. Food, service and ambiance were perfect for this little local gem.

What a lovely place. And real trains outside. The food is exceptional. My tuna club, brimming with…read moreall the right ingredients. Think BLT but with added (really tasty) tuna. I am just thrilled to go again. Really close to home too. I know. It's the trains outside. But really. This is great food. Made with love. It's obvious.

Train track on ceiling

Quiche and calm chowder

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Entrance

Millington Station Cafe

4.4(56 reviews)

2.3 mi

This is one of my favorite spots to get a sandwich. There is nothing fancy about an egg salad…read moresandwich, but if that's what you feel like then this is the place to go. It's first in its class in the breakfast/lunch cafe category. All the salads are homemade and really hit the spot. I often get the Greek salad pita when I feel like being healthy - they have lots of other pita sandwiches as well. Actually they have tons of different kinds of sandwiches - wraps, pitas, clubs etc. They have a juicy flavorful burger - I had the California burger and as another review said there is none better especially at the price. It's 8 oz. and you would easily pay double at a fancier spot. No foie gras or fig jam on the burger but that's fine with me. The cafe is in the Millington train station so you get to watch trains and commuters if that's your thing. It's decor is appropriately train centric with pictures from the past that are interesting. Good atmosphere. It's like taking a time trip to another era, especially given it's not on the beaten path. The drive through semi-rural southern Morris is always nice. I thought of giving four stars because they do use plastic plates and utensils but I'll be fair and rate it just on the food because I suspect they have limited work space - it's a small train station. Something to work on though.... It's good for kids too. They have stuff children can play with and a kids menu that has more than just chicken fingers.

Such a cute spot next to the train station! We enjoyed having a quick, delicious meal and the staff…read morewere kind and courteous. Definitely "no frills," but hit the spot. Of note, this restaurant does not take Amex, but accepts other forms of payment.

Blueberry Pancakes. Full of fresh blueberries.

Blueberry pancakes. :)

Millington Station Cafe - Take-out. Sunny side up, pork roll, rye bread and hash browns. Perfectly cooked eggs. Love how they put them on top of the pork roll.

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Take-out. Sunny side up, pork roll, rye bread and hash browns. Perfectly cooked eggs. Love how they put them on top of the pork roll.

The Bridgewater Cafe

4.2(105 reviews)

8.6 mi

Pulled up to a full parking lot & thought oh oh we're gonna have to wait - it was Sunday after…read morechurch! Luckily we secured the last table for two! What a cute place, buzzing with happy chatter, kids laughing and staff interacting happily with patrons. Extensive menu from yoghurt and breakfast bowls, variety of waffles, choices of toasts, wraps & sandwiches, various empanadas and other house specialities. Oh and there was the lobster roll menu also! We chose a breakfast bowl consisting of scrambled eggs, beans, roasted corn, pico de gallo, avocado melted cheddar over home fries and an avocado toast - mashed avocado, arugula, tomato, seasonings & pickled radish

This is a cute little cafe. It's tucked away next to a gas station/car wash so it's unassuming but…read morethe inside is really cute. The staff was really friendly. Enjoyed one of their specialty lattes and some waffles. The waffles were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Definitely very sweet but I was looking for a sweet treat this day. The bananas were delicious too. Will be back!

Beautiful decor

Street wrap

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Chicken Waffle Sandwich

Priscilla's Pantry

4.7(102 reviews)

2.8 mi

We found this place in route to QC after playing MusikFest in Bethlehem. We like to obviously…read moresupport small businesses when we are travel traveling when possible. The main woman (maybe Priscilla?) was super nice and helpful on what to choose the moment we got in. Everyone in the family was happy with what they got. There are tons of options too! Very very YUM! The sandwiches, salads and wraps are HUGE too and the coffee is GOOD. The pastries looked amazing but we only got one thing. :(

Stopped here for Small Business Saturday, but they were closed for the weekend. So, my wife and I…read morewent the following week and wasn't disappointed. We made a quick stop here for coffee and and a breakfast sandwich. Didn't get a chance to walk around and check out the entire space, because the photos on here shows it to be nicely decorated. The staff was extremely friendly and very courteous. The service was quick and the food is absolutely delicious. I ordered the bacon egg and cheese sandwich and it hit the spot! We will be sure to comeback and grab a seat!

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Ladd's Tavern

3.7(17 reviews)

4.3 mi

Had the best time and the most amazing food at Ladd's Tavern. My husband said the burger was…read more"delicious" (and he is very picky.) My salad was amazing. And the waiter named Taejin provided such professional service while also being very charming. We sat in on of the living rooms which was cozy and beautiful. We met a great couple there while watching a basketball game on the tv. We will come back often!

Classy restaurant with posh decor and beautiful views. The service was adequate, especially during…read morea busy holiday brunch, but the food was nothing special. This is a an ideal place for cocktails but a bit overpriced for average food.

Ladd's Tavern

Chicken Frites (had to ask for the Dijon Aioli and Truffle Honey...)

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Bernard’s Cafe

3.6(191 reviews)

1.8 mi

We stopped by here for lunch under a locals recommendation and it was a very solid experience. We…read moregot the nachos and a chicken sandwich.

The food and menu is pretty good and I'm a fan of the lighting and decor. It's a great place for…read morecomfort food. The service can be a little bit slow sometimes, but overall, I would definitely recommend it.

Inside

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The Coffee Shop

4.0(70 reviews)

1.8 mi

Many tasty breakfast choices and generous portions. The staff is attentive and friendly. Cafe is…read moreclean and spotless. Bonus: Opens early at 6:00am!

"I was sitting on the dock of the Bernardsville Bay" waiting for my client to arrive that day. When…read morehe finally arrived, being from the area, he suggested we have breakfast at the Coffee Shop. Yes, it is called the Coffee Shop. With such a large breakfast and lunch menu, it should be called something else like "Where Everybody knows Your Name". I could not believe all the high fives flying around. It's a relatively small shop with both booth and counter service. Clean with pictures covering one wall. I ordered the waffle with honey and assorted fruit ($10.00) and a cup of coffee ($2.75). Yes, it was sweet but that is why I ordered it. I have to say it was also delicious. If ever I'm in the area at lunchtime, I'm going to order the pastrami sandwich ($18). It is loaded with pastrami.

A really nice place.

Eggs to go

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The Coffee Shop

Butter & Jam

Came to have breakfast with my squad and the food did not disappoint. Very simple yet super tasty…read moreoptions. Butter and jam board is a must! I went for the steak and eggs burrito which hit the spot. Our server was spot on with her level of attention and was super personable. Location is very casual and is great for a charming little date or brunch with a crew! We will definitely be back.

Sadly this place isn't worth a return visit…read more Pros: Plenty of parking No wait at 8:40a on a Saturday Waitstaff was friendly Quick service Cons: Overpriced for what you get. A two egg breakfast, an order of lemon ricotta pancakes with a side of bacon, and two coffees was $50. That's insane for an average breakfast pre-tip. I would not call the side of bacon generous to justify the cost, it was two small strips. I was underwhelmed by the lemon ricotta pancakes. They were plain pancakes with a bitter lemon ricotta drizzle on the top layer. I've had some amazing lemon ricotta pancakes elsewhere. Whatever recipe they are using for the lemon ricotta is just not good. The drizzle was dry and so bitter. I usually don't use syrup but these needed syrup because they were so bitter. The cleanliness of this establishment is questionable, which is likely why we won't return. One of the glasses set at the table was dirty. We did get a new one when requested. The bottle of water provided appeared dirty, which we noticed after being there awhile. When I asked for a to go box, the busser went to the back to get one for me. After the gentleman walked away I looked in the box before placing my food in, and saw crumbs in one corner and short dark hairs. By this point we had reached the end of our dining experience, so it wasn't worth making a fuss over, we just left. That said, anytime I see this level of uncleanliness as a customer it begs the question: how clean is the kitchen?

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BOB B.

18 years ago

The only thing I can say is I wish they had better deli meats and the decor is just ok. I love the rush seats the people are nice friendly and it is a great grab and go. It's in the center of the town so it looks nice from the outside. It is overall pretty good from breakfast and lunch. read more

Jared H.

12 years ago

This place is great! I went to lunch here with a couple coworkers. We all ordered different sandwiches, and they were all great!! I got a classic Italian sub, Jeff got turkey, avocado, and cheese, and Miranda got a veggie panini. Best lunch place around the office!! read more

Steve F.

5 years ago

DO NOT LOOK IN THE GARAGE!!! At the antique car. Even though it's in the parking lot. Do yourself a favor and stay away from these people! They are troubled people. We won't be back. It's a shame cause the food is pretty good. Lots of places to eat around here. read more

zesus J.

18 years ago

I like the food and its in the center of basking ridge. I love there rush seats and there food ideas. The food isn't so fresh and the coffee is weak but I love there selection. A few tweeks and that place would be awsome read more

C K.

10 years ago

I am not sure what the health code is in Basking Ridge but there is a person coking and preparing sandwiches in this place with a long UNCOVERED beard . GROSS!!! I will never go here! read more

Mike K.

7 years ago

Amazing place with very skilled workers. Definitely a perfect place to grab a bite of some quality food that I will always take my girl whenever she's back in town. read more

John Z.

8 months ago

Went downhill fast and has finally been sold and will reopen with much better food and service and people that know what they are doing to satisfy clients read more

Xingflo X.

7 years ago

We have been going here for 1.5 years. The owners are great. Food is consistent. Great variety and salads are fresh.

David M.

3 years ago

I Have never had a good experience at this place. Surprised it is still Open. The service is what im referring to. read more

erik w.

18 years ago

nice place to grab a sandwich. like an old style ny sandwich shop. nothing too fancy but definitely solid.

James K.

12 years ago

The menu is leverage small delis. Nothing special. Place is small. The service not too bad

Marge R.

1 year ago

staff very rude would never go back when you disrespect your customers you have a problem

Limo L.

10 years ago

Live in Florida stop here today for the RoastBeef sloppy joe omg so good will be back .

Jason C.

Elite 26

140

905

7 years ago

Copper Kettle has changed ownership and no longer serves pork products :(

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