Maria's got a glow-up, y'all! The old spot was cute. It was cozy. It was also... tiny. For a place this popular, finding a table on the weekend felt like winning the lottery. But now? SO much more room to breathe. Maria's moved into the old Latin Port space at 87 Central Ave, and they've been in the new location for about two months now. You can actually walk in, have a seat, and not feel like you've accidentally walked into someone's living room. I popped in today for a quick latte to go and went with a hot Coko Loko (that's latte with coconut syrup and a lil' hint of choc). And just when I thought I was done, I got this little surprise at the end: fresh coconut flakes in the final sips. If you're a coconut person, you'll want to try this one! read more

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Maria's Brunch has that cozy neighborhood cafe vibe that makes you want to linger over one more cup of coffee. *AMBIANCE* I went on a weekday for brunch around 10am where there was no wait. I was also excited that they moved to a bigger, brighter space. There's ample parking in the back or street parking which are refreshing changes compared to the old location. *FOOD* The menu has something for everyone, from classic breakfast staples to more creative brunch options. Come hungry -- the portions are generous and everything tasted fresh and made to order. I highly recommend trying their seasonal tiramisu latte (I seriously would order this everyday if I could) and their Tex-Fast Bowl which was decadently delicious. The drink was creamy with a hint of sweetness and definitely lived up to its name. If you're not a brunch lover, they also have other options like burgers, wraps, house specialties, quesadillas, and much much more! *SERVICE* Staff was friendly and welcoming, though the pace could use some improvement which I'm sure they'll figure out over time as they just recently set up in this space. Overall, Maria's Brunch is a great spot in Metuchen that's definitely worth visiting! read more

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This restaurant tends to get crowded for brunch so try to make reservations if possible. There are so many different things to try so I would suggest sharing with your group. The Spanish and brunch crossovers are one of a kind. If I were to suggest one dish, it would be the French toast. It was one of the best I've had. There is a parking lot but if it gets full, street parking is available. read more

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We got the chicken pesto sandwich on ciabatta bread and the tiramisu french toast. We went on a weekday, so there was no wait. It seems like you can join a waitlist on Google, so I would double check it before going! They serve everything from breakfast to lunch items. There was plenty of seating as well. read more

Maria's Brunch - Grill chicken sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

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I went to the new location on Central Ave. it is a bigger space than Durham, but I'm not quite sure the staff can handle it yet. No water refills, waiting a super long time for the waiter to come around so we could ask for the check so I had to go to the front to ask someone. The food was okay. Big portions, but nothing we ordered was special. Wish the chicken and waffle used dark meat. Avocado eggsplosion was also just ok. My lavender haze iced matcha drink was probably the best thing. I would probably come back to try some other dishes. Some people around us had a giant dish with chorizo and things that looked good, so I may have to try that. read more

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We tried their new, bigger, space midweek, on a Wednesday at about 10AM, so it wasn't busy. We were seated immediately and within a few minutes placed our order; the waitress was helpful and seemed to know the menu well. When our food arrived, the first thing I noticed was that it was beautiful. The avocado toast was just spectacular (see photos) and the cappucino had a cool design in the foam. The second thing I noticed was that my egg white omelette was bright yellow. Um, really? So the waitress returned it to the kitchen, and brought back my toast to eat while I waited for the new omelette. Really???? I watched as my breakfast partner enjoyed her avocado toast, and as my toast got cold. After my partner had finished her breakfast, my omelette arrived, and I had to request fresh toast. My omelette their "Best Green" was mediocre at best. My partner's avocado toast was good. The coffees were OK. If the waitress had been decent, and had some common sense, I *may* have rated 4 stars. But my experience was 1) mediocre food, 2) less than adequate server, and 3) outrageously expensive breakfast. Will I try Maria's Brunch again? Maybe, just maybe. read more

Maria's Brunch - Beautiful avocado toast. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

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First time trying this place with a group of 8 and it was really solid. Service was good and we never felt rushed. Really nice variety huge menu. The French toast was absolutely delicious and the tiramisu latte was also great. The burrito mex was ok but it absolutely fell apart and was really hard to eat, I'd try something else as my main next time. Would come back for sure though definitely worth the price read more

Maria's Brunch - Cinnabon French toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

This is the best brunch I have had in north Jersey...and it isn't even close. Been here several times and have yet to be disappointed. The place is tight so utilize the call ahead seating for smaller parties and reservations for larger ones. read more

Maria's Brunch - Pumpkin pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

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Came here on an early monday morning and was seated right away. I previously came to this place twice where there was a 90 min wait time so I left. Im glad I got to experience the great food. I was a party of 3 and we ordered OJ, coffee, and a hot chocolate. All generic, in a packet but that was ok. We then ordered the big breakfast, mexi churro waffles, and the grilled cheese special. Everything was delicious although the tomato soup wasnt a favorite. I would defiantly come back l. Make sure you come EARLY to beat the rush. I came at 8am. read more

Maria's Brunch - Mexi churro waffles Big breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

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I've reviewed Maria's before and I'm returning to race avoid the Avocroissant dish. Every now and then I come across a dish that I'll be thinking about for some time, this was one of those dishes for me. Everything was super fresh! The croissant was super soft and topped with avocado, cheese, eggs, and bacon. The pesto on the side was amazing. I paired my dish with home fries and a sugar cookie latte. The location is small so there's always a wait (understandably). We were pleasantly surprised when our 45 minute wait time was only about 20. The service was super friendly and efficient. I hope to be able to catch these seasonal offerings again soon! read more

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Beautiful establishment! Great service! Efficient! Beautiful comfortable place! Very kind & friendly staff! Will definitely be back! Food was delicious! And fresh! read more

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New place for both of us. Seated quickly despite being busy. Service was good . Cute little counter. Menu had many different options. You definitely would find something to love. Food was very good. My only concern was the acoustics which could be due to the materials used for ceiling and floor. It was quite loud and we had a difficult time hearing each other. read more

Really 3.5. We joined the waitlist. That worked great. The waffle with dulce de leche was very good. Right amount of sweet to the waffle. The hash browns were decent. Bacon was bacon. Cooked how we asked. The cinnamon French toast was a bit of a letdown. Not much flavor and outside was overlooked and inside was somehow undercooked. Server was great. Menu has other great options so might give it another chance. Overall solid. read more

Consistently fresh and prepared well! If you make special requests for modifications, they are accepted and executed with the customer in mind. I highly recommend trying seasonal coffee/cappuccino/latte drinks. Personally, I prefer them for "dessert". Iced Tiramasu latte is a favorite of mine. Cheerful sunlit ambiance with greenery surround make it a pleasant stop. The new locale has plenty of parking as long as it's not midday on the weekend when even the new larger restaurant is jam-packed, albeit a sign of great brunch on the horizon. Kudos to Maria and her crew! read more

Came here on a Friday morning with the Mystery man for breakfast. First let me start off by saying it was packed lol! I already knew it was going to be good just based on there being no parking spaces left in the lot! We walked in after parking on the street. There was a tiny table in the middle left & we were fortunate enough to be seated immediately. Service was fantastic. Our waiter was wonderful & very attentive & answered any questions we had. I enjoyed my huevos rancheros & iced Strawberry matcha latte. My darling husband, opted for a chicken, egg, waffle sandwich which was right up his alley. He enjoyed along with his iced churro latte. The food was incredible & we would certainly come back. It was a nice little cafe ambiance. There was decent seating throughout but imagine it would be very busy on the weekends but they do a great job moving very quickly so I don't think the wait is too long. You get 1.5 hours at a table per the sign at the front. It makes sense. It was very good! Highly recommend! read more

Maria's Brunch - The Mystery Man with a Strawberry Matcha & churro latte! Yummy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

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Midweek at 2:00. Ordered stuffed cabbage and chicken wrap. Food is OK, but not great. A bit mushy, and veggies on side is the same as canned from the store. Long wait for order to complete. Ridiculously small booths, an average person can't squeeze there. Very nice waiters, very nice place in general. Would try it more, hopefully will be better. read more

Ambiance: Came to this cute Brunch spot on a Sunday morning with a group of 4. We made a reservation becuase it get's packed - parking lot is tight and has limited spaces, but luckily we were able to find spots. Food: We had the waffle mix, cheese quesadilla, mozarella sticks, avocado toast, and cold/hot coffees. The food was decent and our group liked it. Service: From being seated to the end of our brunch, our server was super helpful and professional. read more

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What a find! We found this place after a long search when in town and not finding what I wanted in a diner. Maria's brunch is located near downtown Metuchen and is truly a gem. A smaller parking lot so you may need to find street parking and don't be surprised if there is a wait. Truly worth the wait thought. Inside you will find a cozy little cafe style dining room. I appreciated that they have unlimited regular coffee and as I saw signature lattes going by they looked great as well. They have an extensive menu with a wide array of options and one thing of note is you can order sides so I ordered some eggs scrambled as that wasn't listed in the menu. These were some of the best textured pancakes I have eaten in a while as they are so fluffy and smooth. These cheesecake bites in between were great touch and this does not need any syrup as the strawberry compote is delicious. Definitely will be back again! read more

Maria's Brunch - Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

So so delicious! My husband and I were in town for the weekend and found this restaurant on Yelp. It was about an hour and a half wait (that seems to be the norm here). We just took a walk to wait out the time. The restaurant is cute and homey. Everyone is very friendly and the food is delicious. I had the Luxi omelette and my husband had strawberry cheesecake pancakes. Both were very good and a great price. If you can stomach a long wait on weekends, it's worth a stop. read more

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I have to give this spot a 5 stars for accommodating my group of 16! We made reservations weeks in advance, however it was seamless to do so. They are extremely insistent that the whole party must be present to be sat, so be aware of that. There were several interesting brunch options. Whether you want sweet or savor, there is something for you on the menu. It is a little cramped inside, but comes off as homey. Definitely a place to check out! read more

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My party of 6 was able to be accommodated without a reservation on a Sunday to outdoor seating in August which was fine because inside was very crowded and loud anyway. We enjoyed our time catching up with old friends and were not rushed. This place also has the best pancakes I've had at a restaurant with crispy edges and the perfect fluffiness (and I'm a HUGE pancake critic so I took a risk here). But well worth it! Pretty economical in pricing too. I will say parking is very limited to their small lot and paid street parking. Great place though, I'd go again! read more

Maria's Brunch - Omelet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

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Cute little spot in Metuchen. It was packed. You can get on the waitlist over the phone. I was told it was a 2 hour wait but to show up 30 min prior. We showed up at 1:30pm and there was 1 empty table. We still waited about 15 minutes and they gave us the empty table. We ordered the chorizo special. And the Dubai waffles. Everything was delicious. They open at 7am. Next time, I'd go at 7am instead of midday. There's a small parking lot. Service was friendly and fast once you were seated. I'd come back and try their other offerings. read more

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Wonderful people. Great place, I would just like the to fix one thing. There pancakes look AMAZING but sorry to say they are doughy and that makes it not appetizing after the first bite. I hope the fix that but keep the crispy edge fluffy look of the pancakes. Good luck to these very nice people. " pancakes create loyal customers ". Just fix that and youll be golden. read more

Maria's Brunch in Metuchen is such a cute and cozy spot, definitely worth the visit. I went recently and had the Thrilled Cheese with the Tomato Basil Soup and I'm still thinking about it. The sandwich was perfectly crispy and cheesy, and the soup was so flavorful and comforting. Together, it was the best combo: simple but done so well. The whole vibe of the place is really warm and welcoming. Our waiter, Nic, was so sweet and attentive. He made us feel right at home and gave great recommendations too. You can tell they really care about the experience just as much as the food. Can't wait to go back and try more from the menu, but that grilled cheese and soup duo will be hard to top!!!! read more

Updated, January 23, 2025 I had lunch in this place yesterday. I ordered their lunch Pastrami Sandwich on Rye with melted mozzarella cheese. It's delicious. Serving staff are helpful. Well decorated place for the coming Valentines Day. read more

Maria's Brunch - Pastrami Sandwich on melted mozzarella cheese with fries on the side - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

Best food, best people, best prices! Marias is always our 1st choice when going for breakfast, brunch or lunch.

Some places just feel special, and Maria's Brunch is one of them. From the first visit, my husband and I knew this would be a spot we would keep coming back to, and over time it has become a favorite for us in Metuchen. The food is consistently excellent. Every dish is made with care, full of flavor, and served exactly the way a great brunch should be. Whether you are in the mood for something classic or want to try something new, you really cannot go wrong here. What truly stands out is the family behind the restaurant. Maria and her family run this place with so much heart. They greet you with smiles, remember their regulars, and create an atmosphere that is warm, welcoming, and genuine. It feels less like dining out and more like being welcomed into a neighborhood kitchen. Maria's Brunch is the kind of local business you want to support. Great food, wonderful people, and a comfortable place to enjoy a meal. We recommend it without hesitation and look forward to many more visits. read more

Maria's is the quintessential brunch spot. It's cozy, staffed with friendly faces, and offers lots of creative menus options. I stopped in with my wife and three little ones on a Friday morning. We were able to find parking in their small lot, but when we left there were others eagerly waiting to take our spot. I ordered a chorizo benedict from their spring specials. The plate was loaded with delicious chorizo! The traditional hollandaise sauce came with a delightful a chipotle twist. I mopped it up with my potatoes. My wife ordered the waffle sandwich and was a bit disappointed. The piece of fried chicken tasted like a defrosted tender and the hash browns followed suit. The waffle was okay, but needed to be firmer. My son loved his, but that's the difference between a 4 year old and mom! All in all, we had a good experience and think next time we'll stick with their specials and other hispanic inspired dishes. read more

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When I walked in, that staff was very friendly and cleaned a table quickly for me and got me seated as soon as one was available. They were also very quick with taking my order and getting my check after I was done. That swiftness was much appreciated considering I was grabbing lunch in between classes at college. The prices for the specialty sandwiches were also very affordable for the amount of sandwich I ended up getting! Now, the bread was a little dry and the sandwich didn't hold together all that greatly, but I wouldn't call it a bad meal, and it was certainly filling. Also, comparing the menu to the one from 2 years ago, I can say that the prices haven't changed (at least for the specialty sandwiches), which is very nice to see. I would come back here if I was looking to get brunch in the area! read more

I had lunch here today with a colleague. We arrived a little after noon and were told we would have roughly a 30 minute wait. (Pro tip: call ahead and get on the list). The restaurant was busy and full. The noise level was moderate for a Friday lunch period. I had a grilled chicken sandwich with the chipotle mayo on ciabatta. It came with french fries, which were okay. I enjoyed my sandwich thoroughly and all the ingredients were fresh. The server was polite, attentive, and friendly. A basic lunch for two with tip is going to run you around $40. read more

Maria's Brunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

This place is such a gem and definitely worth the visit! We had a party of 2 on a weekend morning and had a reservation (highly recommend because this place was extremely busy). The parking lot is tiny but we were able to find street parking. We ordered a French Vanilla Latte, Big Breakfast with Bacon, and a Breakfast Burrito. It was exactly what we were looking for! The menu is large enough that there is something for everyone. I recommend giving Maria's a try if you haven't already! read more

Maria's Brunch - Big Breakfast and Breakfast Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

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Cute but if you are not a local, they don't give you the time if day. Got our order wrong, didn't bring the toast and the cinnamon pancakes were tasteless. Nice at first went down hill fast read more

Interesting food choices but still same overcrowded location--great service though but long wait times during all times

Made reservations for a party of eight. Once I arrived, there was plenty of parking in the back of the restaurant. Small establishment but great character. Waited about five minutes to get seated. The group ordered all different entrees and everyone was extremely happy with their selection. The food portions were huge, the quality of food just as good. We definitely will be back again. read more

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Nice little cozy brunch restaurant built into a house on a corner in metuchen NJ. I ordered a breakfast burrito (Scrambled eggs, ham, peppers, onions, cheddar cheese & tomatoes, served with salsa ). It was a properly wrapped burrito that you could pickup without it coming apart and becoming messy. It was delicious I definitely recommend it. I also had a freshly squeezed orange juice that was very good and wasn't full of pulp. The service was good I was seated immediately and my order was taken in a timely manner. It's definitely worth a visit read more

Maria's Brunch - Breakfast burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

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This place is very small and gets packed but it was very good. I came with 2 friends and we did call ahead seating which worked out where we only had to wait like 10 min. Me and my friend started with a maple latte which was perfect. For breakfast I got the Cobb wrap which had eggs, bacon, spinach, tomatoes, Swiss and avocado on a WW wrap. The avocado was actually perfect in it which is hard to do. IYKYK. They have big portions. I didn't care for the home fries that came with it they were pretty bland. My friend had the chorizo bowl and loved it and my other friend had a special burrata avocado toast and loved it too. This is far from me but I wouldn't hesitate to go back. read more

Maria's Brunch - Cobb wrap with home fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

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This is a lovey place to have breakfast. The environment is pleasant and the staff is really friendly. My husband and I stopped here after work and we really enjoyed our food. read more

Maria's Brunch - Burrata Chicken cutlet sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

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Tacos for breakfast?! Hell yeah!!! When you're a mom of small kids, you appreciate restaurants that open early. We love to come on a Saturday morning at 7/7:30am to enjoy breakfast. The pancakes are always a hit, and the breakfast skillet, burgers, and birria tacos are all sooo good. My mouth is watering as I write this lol. Service is always good as well! And the decor is cute and perfect for family meals out. Potions are huge so expect to bring food home! read more

Maria's Brunch - Birria tacos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

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The food was delicious, however! When I was half way eating my food I found hair on my food. My server never came and check on my husband and I and my daughter, I just stop eating and drink my coffee. we had the busser come to clean the table. I looked at him and said there was hair, it looked like he didn't speak English and just smiled and said something in Spanish. Good food but bad experience, I will not be coming back here. read more

Maria's Brunch is definitely my family's favorite breakfast spot in the area. Today we tried their fall specials and they were outstanding. I ordered the pumpkin cheesecake pancakes, they were absolutely delectable. My toddler couldn't keep her fork away from it! My husband got his usual "Great Breakfast" which always hits the spot. We paired our breakfast with a caramel cappuccino and the seasonal pumpkin tiramisu latte. Yummy!! Service is still just as friendly and quick as when we first started coming, even though Maria's is noticeably busier and more popular! read more

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