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 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.

Chester is such a lovely town! Was craving an afternoon pick me up and looked up this coffee shop!…read moreThey have imported goods from Italy like pasta and olive oil and balsamic! I got the lavender honey latte and it was very tasty!

Food case

Coffee/counter

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Hacklebarney Farm Cider Mill

4.3(147 reviews)

2.5 mi

I took my kids and visiting family here on a Thursday when the kids had no school. I hear it can…read moreget crowded on the weekends, but on Thursday when we arrived a little before noon, it wasn't bad. They had a steady stream of newcomers but not too crowded. It was fairly easy to find though going there, my map told me to go down a treacherous gravel road which I wasn't terribly fond of. They have a moderately sized parking lot and you'll see this large, red barn. That's where you get your goodies (there's often a line) and where their store is. We stopped by for a treat first. They sell ice cream, cider floats, and what is a "TikTok famous" coffee float with donut. We got: Cider ($4) - I didn't actually drink this. I got it for my kid with food allergies. He wanted ice cream but they do not know if the ice cream they use contains eggs or not so we played it safe. My kid thought it was okay but finally finished it later. He typically prefers regular apple juice. Cider float with donut - you have a choice of no donut for $2 less. It's like a root beer float but with cider instead of root beer, black and orange sprinkles around the time of the cup, whipped cream, and a powdered cider donut over it all. I shared this with my daughter. That donut was delicious! Warm, tender, and crisp on the outside. The drink was great! I do wish it came with a spoon because it got difficult finishing the last of it. Warning: if you have one of these, the bees are coming for you. They use some sort of caramel-like sauce to get the sprinkles to stick. Overall, quite good. Maple cider donut ($3): my sister got this and she said it was amazing, but she said she thought $3 was a bit much (the unglazed donuts are $1.25 each). She's vegan, so didn't partake in the float, but she also wasn't going to ask if there's milk in the donut. If you're getting only donuts, they are purchased in the store. They have tables and chairs nearby for you to picnic and enjoy your treats. Going through the gates, there was a table but they were busy with other people so we walked right in. There is no entrance fee, which was nice. You go through the apple orchard first. It seems like most of the apples have been picked through, though there are a lot of developing apples. Some of the nicer ones were way too tall for us; they don't provide ladders. We only managed to find one that looked nice. At the end, there used to be a sunflower field and the corn maze. It's epic but you don't know how formidable until you're past the point of return and realize it's not a kids maze. We were in there for a while! Even met other kids that thought they'd be lost forever. The corn stalks are taller than a human and they're pretty dense so you can't look over or through them. It's a true maze and I was impressed. I wish they would provide a paper maze puzzle of the corn maze because I'm so curious how it is from above. Lots of dead ends. What I can say is don't lose hope. You'll get there! (When we finally found the exit, it was almost like a dream because we had been staring at corn for so long.) In hindsight, it was good we ate something first. Once done, we explored the sunflowers and saw the pumpkin patch. As we headed out, we went to pay for our lone apple and we discovered THE CORN MAZE IS NOT FREE. It's $10 per adult and $5 per kid. They charged us $1 for the single apple. I guess they work on the honor system? I didn't mind much because that maze clearly took planning. Before we left, we visited the store full of baked goodies. I got a few cider donuts, a dumpling, and a piece of crumb cake because they just brought out a fresh tray. Plus a lattice harvest pie. The pies with crumble aren't vegan, but the lattice pies are made of vegetable shortening. Restrooms! They have a row of port-a-potties by the parking lot. They're actually the cleanest ones I've been to before. No sinks but they do have a dispenser of antibacterial hand gel. The openings are a bit large so if your kid needs to use the toilets, hold onto them. Overall, it was quite enjoyable and I definitely think everyone should go through a corn maze of this caliber at least once in their life. The apple pickings were sparse but at least you get delicious floats and donuts! Note: they have gluten free goodies in the store but they are nut based (almond flour). They also had one gluten free-vegan item.

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.

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

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

The variety of chocolate is extensive and of excellent quality. The owner & staff are friendly,…read moreknowledgeable & very helpful. I always enjoy the whole experience there.

Raspberry Chocolate Truffle

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Cocoa Truffle

Sally Lunns Tea Rooms & Antiques

3.4(239 reviews)

0.0 mi

Sweet local tea room; wonderful variety of teas. Scones we very good. Good service and didn't need…read morea reservation. Prices were about right for the area. Hard to read the menu- bring your glasses

Very quaint tea house in the heart of Chester. Lots of baked goods in addition to their popular…read morescones. The scones are more like a muffin. We had the tea and sandwich tower which was good. Didn't order any food but it looked good as well, so worth a try. Based on some prior reviews, it's not a true high tea experience but nice enough for a leisure afternoon.

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(576 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!

What isn't here? This farm has something for everyone!…read more We visited for a friend's kid's birthday party, but we've also been here before for strawberry picking. On a nice summer day, it's a great place to spend a few hours with family. If you have kids, they'll absolutely love it. There are pony rides, horse rides, wagon rides, bounce houses, and lots of farm animals like chickens, roosters, sheep, cows, horses, alpacas, and more. You'll also find tractors, haystacks, and all the little farm-themed things that make the place fun. Just remember--it's a farm, not a theme park! Depending on the season, you can pick strawberries, apples, berries, and other fresh produce. There's also live music, and the food options are surprisingly good. One thing I noticed was that they host a lot of private events. During our visit, I saw several birthday parties, a baby shower, and other family gatherings. They have spaces that you can rent for different occasions. Parking: Plenty of parking is available. It's not paved, but there's lots of space on grass and gravel, and we had no trouble finding a spot. Overall, this is a wonderful family-friendly farm with plenty to do. Whether you're visiting for fruit picking, a special event, or just a fun day outdoors, it's definitely worth a visit.

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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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