Pren

This is a very cute french bakery. The inside is very charming and they have a very small, but…read morecarefully curated menu. They serve mostly sweets, but they do have a couple savory options, like quiche and croissants as well. I definitely would have appreciated some more savory options. The inside is also very charming, and the service is excellent, but it's just a bit cramped to really enjoy dining in. We sat next to a very loud table with a loud child, and I felt there wasn't much space to get away from them. We ordered the vanilla custard tart with raspberries, which was excellent. We also ordered a strawberry macaron, which I also really enjoyed. My husband ordered a coffee, which was good, but just a bit small. Overall I did really enjoy my experience here but I do wish there were a few more menu options!

Truly awful lunch there today. Cold and super soggy "croque" and a sloppy and soggy ham and cheese…read morecroissant. $30 no less! If a Frenchman ate there, there'd be an international incident!!

Regular Croissant

Amazing chocolate birthday cake. I'll spare you the description and say just do it.

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Taylor's Ice Cream Parlor

4.2(122 reviews)

Super cute ice cream shop with a small town feel and a large selection. Great place to stop after…read morea day of apple picking or hiking.

Pathetic scoop that barely filled my cup. I have a discount card for the school…read morePTO. After I paid the bad scooper said oh I forgot to give you a discount. Bad experience overall.

Pralines & Cream!!

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Fun sitting outside!

Linda's Biscotti

4.9(48 reviews)

The gluten free biscotti is amazing! We also got the gluten free oreo which was outstanding. The…read moreregular crumb cake, cookies, and brookies are fabulous. The staff were knowledgeable, helpful, and extremely friendly. I live over an hour away and would travel there again.

While walking around Chester we came upon Linda's Biscotti. We were warmly greeted and offered…read morefree tastes of Biscotti. I enjoyed it. Ended up buying the soft biscotti. Also got drum cake and pumpkin fridge cookies to bring home. They were excellent. I will be coming back here next time I am in Chester.

Side view of the anise, matcha, & chai tea.

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Maria's

3.5(134 reviews)

Stopped in with a friend to catch up and grab some small brunch. We were impressed at the different…read moredrink options and my friend enjoyed a raspberry hot chocolate!! We also split some pastries which were delicious as well. Our barista was friendly and speedy! The obviously have a great thing going! Lots of genuine italian pasta and biscotti (of which I may have to go back for!). Cold quick to go options in the fridge as well. Seating is limited but we would've sat outside if it was nicer weather. We'll have to come back soon :)

Stopped in while shopping for a decaf and had a French vanilla bean latte and it was one of the…read morebest coffees I've had in a long time. Next time I'm in the area I will definitely stop in and also try some of their yummy looking treats.

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Hacklebarney Farm Cider Mill

4.3(148 reviews)

2.5 mi

My family and I made a trip to come here. It was a bit far of a drive about 2 hours but we wanted…read moreto check it out. There wasnt any pumpkin left in the field to pick and the apples were not event there on the trees. I would definitely have to say hand down to the cute little store - there was a bakery side and oh my gosh the donuts , the cookies and the Tik Tok famous drink was out of this world. So the 2 hour trip was definitely worth the drive. The service was okay the individuals behind the counter to order the Tik Tok drink had a bit of a attitude when I was asking about questions. Just stay patient. Other then that I would highly recommend coming here and trying a piece of all of there different donuts and cookies are soo soo good. They even had a pumpkin cider donut which I never had before. Don't forget to stop by and check them out.

so insanely crowded. we spent at least 30 minutes trying to find a parking spot. when we finally…read moregot out we walked in and there were gigantic lines. line to get into the little shop, line to get a hot dog, line to get donuts. line to pick apples. there was a short line for the hot and cold cider so we just got that to at least make it somewhat worth the time we spent parking. cold cider was good. way too many people there in a small area, just not enjoyable. the donuts looked good from what i saw other people holding but didn't taste any of the treats

Cider float with donut - $12

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El Monte Coffee Roasters

4.5(78 reviews)

0.0 mi

Stopped in the other day after a run and had a wonderful experience. Place was decorated super cute…read morefor Valentine's Day. Ordered a classic iced coffee with oat milk and vanilla and my husband got a black coffee. Both were great. Had a great taste to them. Really loved it and can proudly say this will be a regular stop for me now. They have an assortment of pastries, however we didn't purchase any this time around. Hope to try some out the next time I stop in!

El Monte Coffee Roasters is one of those solid, dependable spots that does what it's supposed to…read moredo, no fireworks, no overpromising, just good coffee and good vibes. The amaretto iced coffee is smooth, slightly sweet, and easy to drink, and the chocolate chip scone understood the assignment, buttery, loaded with chips, and gone way too fast. Inside, you've got shelves stacked with coffee jars like a caffeine apothecary, burlap coffee sacks casually flexing their single-origin credentials, and just enough cozy chaos to remind you this place is serious about beans. Outside, there's a festive little setup with lights, a giant present looking entrance (Santa clearly approves), and a tiny free library because caffeine and books are a power combo. Bonus points for enjoying the coffee from the car like a true commuter philosopher. Is this the kind of coffee that'll change your life? No. Is it the kind that makes your morning better and your drive more tolerable? Absolutely. The two baristas are elite: no small talk, no life stories, just order pour go. Morning efficiency at its finest. Bonus points for Spanish speakers, because coffee sounds better en español. Rápido, directo, sin vueltas

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J. Emanuel Chocolatier

4.6(14 reviews)

0.8 mi

So sad that they have now closed their doors on Dec 24th of this past year…read more This was one of NJ's best kept secretes. I LOVED their Classic Crunch, and Wine Truffles. The few times I visited their shop were absolutely lovely, the manager who was always there behind the counter was so nice, and very pleasant. They moved around a couple of times but were definitely worth finding! I miss you guys, and hope that one day soon you will reopen your doors, I need my Crunch fix! ;)

Looks like they are permanently closed. The shop has nothing in it, but boxes and cleaning…read moresupplies, and no forwarding address or number.

Raspberry Chocolate Truffle

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Cocoa Truffle

Sally Lunns Tea Rooms & Antiques

3.4(240 reviews)

0.0 mi

Love Sally Lunns chicken pot pie and all the bake goods are delicious. There are also a robust…read moreselection of teas.

Stopped over the weekend when we were apple picking in the area for a little tea time lunch…read more Unfortunately, it was quite busy, so the line was long. They do things a bit interestingly at Sally Lunn's; when you try to put your name down on a waiting list, they decline a phone number or name, and only ask for your party size. While I trust the front of staff have great memory, I do believe my quoted 10-15 minute wait was stretched to 40 minutes since the front of staff could recognize who spoke with her, but not who she spoke with first. Unless you are very assertive and wait right in front of the service counter, it was common for same party sizes after you to be called first. The interior was quite homely, like visiting a grandmother's house, and was charming in its own way. Service was slow during the busy weekend rush, and from seating to talking to our server was another 10 minute wait, and from ordering to when we received our food was another 45 minute wait. Food-wise, I was disappointed with what we recieved. The Sally blend and Buckingham Palace blend were great tea selections, but just about the only enjoyable hot items coming out of the kitchen. The lobster mac&cheese was super watery and bland, tasting more of milk then cheese or lobster. The cottage pie was cold in the center, and lacked any flavor beyond salty. The sausage roll was tolerable, nice and flaky pastry-wise, but the sausage was meager in serving and dry and rubbery from being overcooked. We also were unfortunate enough to see a bug come crawling out of the Caesar side salad, which along with the olives, was also something that did not belong in a Caesar. The afternoon tea had a fantastic salmon sandwich, but the cucumber and cream cheese was excessively soggy and the egg salad was overpowered by mayo. The best thing we ate was definitely the apple cinnamon scone. Save yourself the wait and hassle, get this scone to go!! It was buttery and moist, had just enough cinnammon and apples without being overpacked that the scone couldn't hold it's weight; truly a lovely autumn treat (and truly the only reason this review has more than 1 star). Parking-wise, they only have a small lot, so you may have to look for other nearby lots or street parking for a spot. There is also only 1 bathroom in the facility for both genders. Overall, I think this was a local gem that is struggling with popularity traffic. Still a great option on a weekday for a tea and pastry break, but would not recommend stopping by for a full meal.

Afternoon Tea

Seafood sandwich

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Stony Hill Gardens & Farm Market

3.9(82 reviews)

1.0 mi

We visited The Rebel Sheep Wine Company for their 2nd Anniversary celebration. Ww had some homemade…read moreice cream that was wholesome and a six pack of cider donuts to go. Service was very friendly and the country farm ambiance was just perfect.

Spoke to staff via telephone about my issues and didn't think it possible but they were even ruder…read moreand more disrespectful. Not sure how they stay afloat with such awful attitudes. Girl in front with Spanish accent just plain mean. Plenty of options in NW NJ. No reason to choose this place.

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Alstede Farms

3.1(578 reviews)

1.0 mi

Back at blueberry picking! Go prepared and bring a flat and white bag to stack your fruit…read more We went at peak blueberry season again this year. This time we brought our one and a half year-old daughter. Blueberries are her favorite food and we figured she'd have the time of her life. And learn about where blueberries come from... It seems like blueberries were slightly less abundant this year. We came in very peak season. Some bushes tasted better than others, which is probably true anywhere. We picked mostly in the blueberry bushes towards the back of the field. If you do that, the grass is very tall. We were climbing through 1 foot to 2 foot tall grass between the bushes (luckily, no ticks!) This year we also picked sunflowers. They were only $2 / stem. They are the giant sunflowers, though, so there's a lot of pollen, a lot of bugs, and they grow to be a massive size. I brought home 10 and they wilted very fast in the car. If you are planning to take some flowers home with you, think about bringing a bucket with water for the car ride. Overall, another fun experience. Will probably be back next year!

I came to Allstate Farms two years ago, and I'm updating my review after this recent experience…read more Unfortunately, I'm giving it one star for several reasons. First, I believe we paid around $50 per ticket, including a $10 processing fee that I still don't understand. For that price, I expected a much better experience. Instead, the farm was extremely overcrowded, and we waited about 40 minutes just to get food and another 30 minutes just to get corn. However, the biggest disappointment was realizing how much we were expected to pay on top of the admission price. What exactly does the $50 ticket include? Almost every activity seemed to cost extra, including picking a pumpkin. I understand that farms have expenses, but the admission price feels excessive when so little is actually included. The pumpkin situation was especially frustrating because the information we received was inconsistent. An employee told us the pumpkins were included with admission, and another customer told us the same thing. After picking our pumpkins, we noticed several groups leaving with theirs without paying, while others were being directed to pay. My friend was stopped and charged for a pumpkin, and the whole process was confusing and inconsistent. I chose to pay for my pumpkin because I wanted to do the right thing, but it ended up costing around $50. Paying that much to pick a pumpkin yourself, on top of the admission ticket, is absolutely ridiculous. If customers are required to pay for pumpkins, then the policy should be clearly communicated and enforced consistently for everyone. On top of admission and pumpkins, you still have to pay for food, cider, ice cream, and other activities. At the very least, I think a ticket at this price should include something extra, such as a complimentary donut or cider, to make the experience feel worthwhile. Overall, I left wondering what I actually paid $50 for. It felt like I paid that much just to get on a hayride and back, while everything else came at an additional cost. Between the long food lines, overcrowding, confusing pumpkin policy, and extra charges, the experience simply wasn't worth the money. There are other farms where the admission price includes more activities and offers a better overall experience. Unfortunately, I would rather spend my money somewhere else next time. Allstate Farms could do much better in terms of pricing, organization, transparency, and customer experience.

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Pauline T.

4 years ago

Excellent! I called ahead because I am on a rather strict food program (no meat, no dairy, no eggs, no oil) and Chef Rob rose to the challenge to modify the regular menu and special items to meet my request so I could still partake in the choices my other tablemates were enjoying. CC, our server, was very friendly and attentive at all times. She knew about my limitations and answered all our questions. The food was delicious and portion sizes were just right! I highly recommend Pren Kitchen! read more

Albert F.

4 years ago

I had a good experience at Pren Kitchen! I enjoyed the lively environment and modern design of the establishment. The food was fantastic, I enjoyed the buttermilk chicken sandwich. I specifically noticed the attentive server that was friendly, hard working, and willing to go above and beyond. I had a moment to talk to the young man during my exit of the restaurant. He told me his name was Richard Baarck! read more

Jim P.

2 years ago

Pick up order was 20 minutes late from set pick up time. Grilled chicken sandwich was good, chicken shawarma was ok at best and the shrimp empanada was not too good, shrimp were hard ,$45 for these three A la cart is not cheep either. Judging by how crowded it was a lot of people do not agree with my review or there is no where else to eat on a Saturday night read more

Radina Z.

4 years ago

Cute and well priced! Service was great as well. The patio is great and never too crowded.

Natasha B.

3 years ago

Food is awesome. Staff are kind and eager to please. We'll be back :)

Drew H.

4 years ago

It was excellent. Best chicken sandwich and brownie in town!

Olive O.

227

5 years ago

Delicious food but a little pricey.

Pren - tradamerican - Updated October 2026

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