Great food, Great service, Great people, Great location and ambiance !!! Will visit every time we're in town !!!

Loved this place! The staff was very friendly and the food was amazing. Had to stop twice over our weekend getaway!!!

Brunch is even better. Pancakes very good French Toast, also excellent (does have a lot of sugary toppings though) Potatoes good Well made food read more

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We've gone to St Joseph for family vacation 2 years in a row and came here both times because they have a lot of gluten free options. Our first attempt this visit was around 11am on a Sunday and it was MOBBED. We were told that the wait would be 30-35 min. Despite having 2 young kids we decided to wait it out since there aren't a lot of gf options in the area. They put me on the waitlist and the app told me it would be over an hour. I checked in with the hostess and she confirmed it would only be 30-35 min. After 40 min I checked in and they said it would be another 30 min so we left -- annoyed-- and decided to comeback the next day. We came back around 10 on Monday and were seated immediately. Everything was good -- we were able to order everything gluten free -- and even the banana oat pancakes tasted just as good as non gluten free ones. They were also able to confirm the pancakes had honey in them when I asked so not safe to feed my infant son. Moral of the story -- don't come at peak times on the weekend or put your name down way in advance! read more

The Mason Jar Cafe - Vietnamese coffee with cold foam - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

food was BOMB, literally next level flavors. definitely get the daytime cold brew bev, that was so delicious. i got the lox ciabatta, my fam got corned beef hash and the pulled pork bowl. the pancakes are also amazing, i have no idea what's in their butter but i need it stat. service was AMAZING shoutout to our server Mersaydes, she brought us a bowl of water for our dogs, very sweet and attentive! patio was very clean and we appreciated that they let us have our dogs with us. just overall a great experience, i could not recommend this place more! there was a bit of a wait but we joined the waitlist on yelp before arriving so we didn't have to wait too long when we arrived! love this place read more

Awesome breakfast spot. The jalapeño cheddar sausage scramble was really really good. Potatoes were perfect. Got a side pancake that was super thick and delicious. Very cool spot and the staff is all friendly. read more

The Mason Jar Cafe - Jalapeño cheddar sausage scramble with potatoes and pancake. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

Always have a wonderful experience. Stellar quality. This time I had the Farmer's Salad with perfectly cooked salmon. Their dressings are light and the salad is large and fresh. A friend had the Lamb Burger which we learned often sells out. Their food is special- service is friendly and helpful. We sat outside in the shade - beautiful. Such a Wonderful lunch! read more

The Mason Jar Cafe - Lamb burger - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

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First of all, the online view of getting on the waitlist is so convenient & easy! The Mason Jar is our favorite lazy weekend morning treat! My guy hates corned beef hash, but it is his favorite dish here. Mine too! Every menu item we have ever ordered is phenomenal! We also love ordering a side pancake just for an excuse to have the best syrup that has ever graced our palates!! I could drink the bottle!! Haha! The service is always friendly & attentive! Just a beautiful restaurant that is consistently a great experience! read more

Four of us each had a different selection, with all 4 breakfasts exceeding expectations. I had the lox and ciabatta, which was a creative and welcome twist on lox and bagel. A side note: if you drink decaf coffee, opt for herbal tea instead. read more

Lupe was a completely phenomenal server! She was attentive, polite, helpful, and an absolute sweetheart to my little kids! The food was amazing, the view was spectacular, everyone was very friendly, the restaurant was very clean, but Lupe's outside service was still the best part of our experience! read more

The Mason Jar Cafe - Receipt to show what we ordered - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

The food was very good. Service too! We were there during Labor Day, had to wait a bit to get seated but it was worth the wait! Will be back soon. read more

Yum yum! We were a party of 9 with crazy dietary needs. Some vegan, some vegetarian, one gluten free, and one no carbs. And kids too. Everything was super tasty, fresh, and the ambiance was very welcoming. We sat inside and had a great meal together. Our server didn't rush us out the door and made sure to explain the menu in order to ensure we ordered the right thing for each diner. Mad props to our server. We will be back. Grandma wants more of the homemade ketchup! read more

What a delightful restaurant. Located close to the downtown in the canals, mason jar is a repurposed building that has been turned into a spacious multi room dining experience. I stopped with my brother for brunch. Relatively quick service even though they were fairly busy. I appreciated the variety of vegetarian options they had. The bowl I had was quite delicious. I would definitely go back again while in Benton Harbor. read more

The Mason Jar Cafe - salmon scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

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Food is hands down one of the best breakfast I've had. We ordered jalapeno, smoked salmon scramble and tofu plus of course their delicious pancakes. All were incredibly yummy. Place was huge with patio and a bar. Gave a 4 star bec service is horrible. We made reservations but still had to wait 25 minutes. What's the purpose of the reservation? It took an hour to get our food, granted they were very busy. In a normal day, I would have walked away but was meeting a friend that I hadn't seen in a decade. Our drinks didn't come all at the same time. Highly recommend this place on a none busy day or maybe after 1 PM Street parking and a parking lot beside it. read more

The Mason Jar Cafe - Tofu was delicious - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

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What a gem! The open, spacious, and inviting interior is just the first thing that we noticed when we arrived. The food here is amazing: wife had huevos rancheros and said they were delicious (I tried them...they were). I had biscuits and gravy with scrambled eggs and they, too, were fabulous. Good coffee, great food and service (thanks Ty!).... I wholeheartedly recommend Mason Jar Cafe! read more

What an amazing find! A true gem! I can't take credit for finding The Mason Jar Cafe, as I was brought by friends who are from the area. But I'm sure glad they brought me! I love the repurposed building turned into a restaurant which now brings life back into the downtown area. I was here for brunch with friends who recommended the corned beef hash. This is not from a can, but is made with chunks of real corned beef, fresh potatoes and onions, seasoned just right and served with eggs cooked to order, and a choice of various kinds of toast (I got rye). There were several options. I tell you what, I've never had corned beef hash so good. It really was delicious. And generously served with a smile. The server did a fantastic job ensuring we had all we needed. She brought me a refill before I had to ask. Drinks are served in Mason jars as the name suggests. We dined on the patio. The weather was perfect. The whole experience was perfect. And to share it with friends was even better. I highly recommend this place! read more

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Always a treat to visit the Mason Jar Cafe , the food is spectacular , made with the best ingredients, service with a friendly and professional waitstaff ! Vibrant atmosphere with charming decor, makes it a fun place to dine among the local and out of town guests . read more

The Mason Jar Cafe - One of our favorites ! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

We had breakfast at the Mason Jar and we couldn't be more happy with our meal. The atmosphere is fun, and energetic. Our waitress was amazing she was on top of it. I would highly recommend and we will be back. read more

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I WILL NEVER COME HERE AGAIN. Even though we made a reservation; as we have many times in the past, we were told that another party had reserved the majority of the outside seating- even though we had too. We were told they could "put is in the back" but it would be a while, sorry but I waited long enough. How silly as all these people stand outside hungry, with half the outdoor tables open, for SOMEONE, I guess... read more

My boyfriend and I came here on a whim but we were not disappointed -- the food here is fresh & high quality. The menu lists where the food is sourced from! Even their ketchup tastes completely different from the generic ketchup because it tasted like real tomato. I absolutely loved the crab cakes with the mason jar salad. My brown sugar vanilla cinnamon latte was delicious as well! My boyfriend's vietnamese coffee was unfortunately not as good- it didn't have the strong Vietnamese coffee flavor (truthfully didn't taste like real viet coffee) so if you're considering getting this, it's worth skipping. The inside was spacious, and not overly packed even on the weekend. The staff was very friendly and attentive. After our first visit, we came back a second time a few days later so I can definitely say this will become a go-to spot for brunch:) read more

The Mason Jar Cafe - crab cakes with mason jar salad + brown sugar cinnamon vanilla latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

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Best farm to table spot this side of lake MI! I've been coming here for 4 years & have never had a bad experience. Staff is amazing & cordial, Food is ridiculously good (no matter what you order; I've tried over half the menu, incredible!), drink selection is vast & coffees are amazing!!! Definitely recommend utilizing the Yelp "Wait List" to have a smooth time, every time! 11/10. read more

The Mason Jar Cafe - Specialty Coffee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

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On our recent road trip across the US, I specifically searched for farm to table, and Mason Jar popped up. I loved the ambiance, almost communal seating. The food was fresh and a breath of fresh air in this unfortunate society of fast food frenzy. read more

Food was excellent. Pancakes were some of the best I have ever had! Macha Latte was made perfectly and do glad they had it on their menu. Service was suburb. read more

The Mason Jar Cafe - Macha Latte made with Oat Milk. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

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The Mason Jar Cafe in Benton Harbor is hands-down one of the best breakfast spots we've ever been to--and a must on our annual St. Joseph beach trip. My partner had the Buttermilk Pancakes with fresh blueberries--thick, fluffy, and melt-in-your-mouth good. I ordered my favorite, Lauren's Special--a brilliant mix of black beans, French lentils, ranchero sauce, arugula, roasted root veggies, poached eggs, cilantro, and guacamole. Unique, locally sourced, and bursting with flavor--it's the dish I dream about all year. Drinks were spot on. My "bottomless" coffee was topped off constantly, and my partner's chai latte hit the mark. Our server, Luna, was delightful--attentive, friendly, quick with our food, and even sent me off with a to-go coffee (small gesture, big win). The atmosphere is artsy, warm, and instantly assures you the meal will be something special. Every visit reminds us why this place stands out--not just a vacation tradition, but truly a destination breakfast cafe worth seeking out. We'll be back, again and again. read more

The Mason Jar Cafe - Lauren's Special--mix of black beans, French lentils, ranchero sauce, arugula, roasted root veggies, poached eggs, cilantro, and guacamole. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

Best food around southwest Michigan. service is phenomenal, and owner is great. 100% recommen to everyone

The food and service is always fantastic! We have been eating at the mason jar since it opened. I highly recommend the mason jar.

Fantastic food and gluten-free waffles! Celiac protocols carefully followed. Friendly staff.

Mason Jar has been a staple in the community since it opened. They have consistently offered great breakfast/lunch/brunch options using locally sourced ingredients. The dining area is fun and eclectic and the patio is great in the summer! They offer great gluten free options and their zucchini waffle always satisfies. You can add chocolate chips and bacon inside which makes it a savory, sweet delight. Their drink selection is great: fresh squeezed juices, teas, lattes, and breakfast cocktails. I enjoyed their vanilla matcha latte this time. The service is polite and prompt and they have their system down. Despite usually being packed, food never takes a crazy long time and we usually are seated quickly. Love that you can put your name in ahead of time. Always look forward to family breakfast at Mason Jar :) read more

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The food was absolutely phenomenal. Super fresh and lots of flavor. On top of that our server was just above and beyond! We're from out of state but want to come back just to hit this spot again. read more

The Mason Jar Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Benton Harbor, Michigan

The Food Was Amazing especially the Pulled Pork Bowl. Service was great but I accidentally left my to-go food at the restaurant. When I called shortly afterward, I was told it had already been thrown away. I understand restaurants have food safety policies, but it was disappointing that it was discarded so quickly. I hope they can find a better way to handle situations like this in the future. The Ambiance is Good and Clean. read more

Food and server were great! They were down two cooks so we waited 45 minutes for our food. Not typical so will definitely be back. Might have been nice to get a head's up when we checked in. read more

Our family traveled from Texas, Ohio, and Chicago to celebrate my son's wedding. As part of the weekend festivities, we reserved a private room well in advance for a farewell brunch with our family of 18. When I arrived, I was immediately escorted to the reserved room without issue. However, when my niece arrived shortly afterward, she was told there was no reservation. Our family is very diverse, and we do not all look alike. That interaction immediately raised concerns for us. Our server was pleasant and did her best, but the kitchen was slow, several orders were incorrect, and it took additional time to have them corrected. Throughout our meal, no one ever mentioned that there was a 90-minute limit for the private room. The most disappointing part of the experience occurred when a blonde staff member entered the room and abruptly announced that we needed to leave because we had been there for two hours. It wasn't simply what she said--it was how she said it. Her tone was condescending, dismissive, and completely lacking in hospitality. She then questioned whether we had even paid a deposit for the room, despite the reservation having been made well in advance and no deposit requirement ever being communicated to us. This was supposed to be a joyful celebration bringing together family from multiple states. Instead, it became an embarrassing and uncomfortable experience. The manner in which we were approached felt disrespectful, and it left several of us feeling as though colorism and microaggressions may have influenced the interaction. Whether intentional or not, that is how it was experienced by our family. We asked to speak with a manager but were refused. We respectfully explained to the staff member that, in the future, it would be far more appropriate to ask for the host of the party and address any concerns privately and professionally rather than embarrassing guests in front of their entire family. Our party of 18 spent approximately $400-$500 celebrating this special occasion. We expected courtesy, professionalism, and respect. Unfortunately, we left feeling humiliated instead. This experience overshadowed what should have been one of the happiest weekends for our family. Because of how we were treated, I will never return or recommend this establishment. read more

Best food in SW MI! Would love it if they had regular dinner service. Excellent staff, even when the restaurant is packed & a long wait line, they're calm & very friendly - must really like working there. Bit higher priced for breakfast & lunch items, which is probably due to their very unique dishes & quality products. Don't miss going there if you're in the area! read more

No breakfast is worth this wait time. Had a 30 minute wait for a table which we expected. We did not expect to wait another 80 minutes for food once we ordered. Drinks were delicious... but waiting 80 minutes for some eggs and pancakes was ridiculous. read more

The French toast is hands down the best I have ever had! My wife had the buttermilk pancakes and said they were the best she has ever had. We are out of state but already looking forward to a return visit! Service was awesome. Atmosphere is inviting and quaint. Well worth checking out! read more

The staff was great, the food was great... the only thing I would "fault" them for is there were way too many fantastic sounding items on the menu! It was so hard to pick one! My poor wife ended up having to order two meals, eating half of each and bagging the other halves :-D read more

Not sure what happened today, we love this place, food is great, when we are in town we always come, we put our name on the waitlist online, got seated right when we arrived, but then our food took OVER an hour, waitstaff was definitely busy, place was loud and crowded but we have never had this happen, our kids were dying, thankfully my kid got a pancake before our food came as he was literally crying, ruined the experience we so look forward to, we will be back but will avoid it on weekends if at all possible. read more

Every time I visit this area I stop in and grab a meal at Mason Jar Cafe. The food is excellent, the staff are friendly and professional, the ambience is relaxed and fun. I also love the fact that they actually care about sustainability and the environment. They source locally as much as possible, and avoid single-use packaging for sugar, salt, ketchup, jams and jellies, etc. If you're looking for low prices and fast food, this is not the place. If you're looking for great service and great food at reasonable prices, you can't go wrong at Mason Jar Cafe, read more

The food is delicious! I have never been disappointed with any of the menu items. The Mason Jar Breakfast is my favorite breakfast and brunch item. Love the Chai Latte, Lavender Lemonade and their cocktails. You absolutely must have the bacon and a side chocolate chip pancake! The service is always friendly and helpful and sitting outside on a lovely summer's day. read more

Wow- perhaps one of the best breakfasts we have had!! We had the messy egg(egg sandwich with avocado and bacon), the mason jar (two eggs, breakfast potatoes), bacon and the biscuits and gravy. So amazing! I switched out my toast for the pumpkin cream cheese pancake. It was glorious! Waitress did a nice job of offering suggestions and asking if we needed anything. Open warehouse, and industrial earthy atmosphere with some quaint rooms within. This meal was wonderful. read more

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