Whenever I'm visiting family in central NJ, Grounded for Life is a must visit for me…read more As a vegan, it's a real challenge to find decent - let alone GOOD - food in this area. The exception is Grounded for Life, which offers delicious breakfast and lunch options that are thoughtfully prepared, delicious, and satisfying. Their extensive, all vegan menu offers breakfast options such as bagel sandwiches, burritos, toasts, and more, and even their coffee is surprisingly good! I have also enjoyed their wraps, bowls, and sandwiches. And they even have burgers and hot dogs, too. GfL is my new spot for takeout (order ahead online to save time!) before heading to the airport. The chunky chicken wrap saved me when my flight back to the West coast (already a long journey) was delayed by several hours and I was starving. The cafe also has a number of yummy desserts displayed in the case that are great to-go. GfL also offers a "Meal Prep" option where you can order food on a weekly or monthly basis. Service is friendly and efficient, but they are sometimes understaffed. Try to be patient and nice, and your tasty food will be out soon enough. The cafe itself is pretty small with just a few tables indoors. The outdoor patio is more expansive, and I recommend enjoying your food and drinks outside if the weather is decent.

Absolutely great experience, cute little place and everything was delicious. I would recommend…read moretrying this place if you are in the area! The service was really nice as well the people were super sweet and answered all of our questions, it's a cute little place my mom and I were pleasantly pleased!

Our daughter visiting from PA and she is Celiac Disease GF so this is her favorite spot in NJ…read more Great food options prepared fresh and delicious. Sat outside on patio under an umbrella . Met owner Tom who sincerely cares about his customers. Great overall dining experience!

Another review from a poor man. I will give this to you…read moreas the good and the bad and the overall of Mama's. The good. The staff is as attentive as they have always been. The way they show pictures of "today's specials" on an iPad type device is a nice touch. The meatball app had good flavor as well as the ricotta that came with it. The fiancé had the pear purse which is always a very good. Also the Eggplant Pisa salad that came with my lunch paring was very very good and I would eat it again!!! The bad. The meatball app, although tasty, was only two small meatballs (basically the size of a soup spoon!!) for 15 bucks. So I don't care for the cost compared to the value you get for it. Also I am a snob for chicken parm and this chicken was overcooked and dry. The bread crumbs were soggy and would have been forgiven if the chicken itself wasn't so overcooked and dry!!!! My over all is this. Been to mamas many times before this review and I think they are worth your time (even more so during dinner time!). They do more things right than they ever do it wrong. So I would still recommend going. I just wouldn't recommend it to the New Jersey Chicken parm Facebook page........

Stopped into the location that's combined with The Chucking Cow (Now known as The Funny Farm)…read more Ordered two coffees. An iced Bischoff latte and an iced coffee, dark. The Bischoff latte was a bit sweet. Open to coming back and trying something else! The dark iced coffee was watered down and sadly not good. Staff were super kind and welcoming! Offered recommendations and shared popular orders. Place itself is so cute inside!! Plenty of seating and awesome wall art!

If you're in the area and you're looking for somewhere to sit and do work or just have an afternoon…read moretreat, I would recommend the life goat. They have a wide variety of breakfast and lunch items on their menu. The staff is very knowledgeable and accommodate you based on your preferences and will give recommendations on what is popular at the café. I got the chicken Caesar wrap and it was OK. I don't think it's something that I would try again from there. They do have a lot of other menu items that I'd like to try whenever I'm back in that area. The coffee was strong and flavorful definitely not acidic or watered down. There is so much seating both inside and outside and they have a sunroom in the front.

Small cafe, three large tables inside, with a tasty vegan lunch menu. We enjoyed the Sloppy Vegan…read moreand the BBQ Burnt Ends sandwiches. Most sandwiches have vegan deli meats made in house. Didn't have room for soup or dessert (vegan carrot cake!) but they looked good. This is a good place to grab lunch when in Frenchtown.

We stopped into Frenchtown Fresh after enjoying a morning on the river. Service was a bit slow, but…read morethis was understandable because of the time we arrived. There are a few seats outdoors, but depending on the time, the sun will roast you. We lucked out and got a table mostly in the shade. The lemonade was extremely bitter and tasted like just straight lemon juice. It definitely wasn't sweet like we anticipated. The mac and cheese was strange. It was closer to a bland pasta rather than what you would expect. The pulled pork sandwich and the Italian sausage sandwich absolutely knocked it out of the park though! I'm not sure how some food can be so delicious while some of their other selections are far from it. This spot is hit-or-miss for me. I'd happily return in the future but will definitely stick to main entrees and steer clear of the drinks.

We've been talking about visiting Fogwood & Fig for years. At first, we thought it was…read morepredominantly a dessert place based on their social media posts. But the more we looked into the menu, the more excited we became. I would say their specialty is burgers and sandwiches. Virtually every ingredient is made from scratch daily (except the sourdough bread, from a local farm), including impressive items like multiple types of burger patty and cheesy cashew sauce. We were so excited about their food that we went three days in a row! Day 1: The Fogwood smoky burger was outstanding. The BLT was also delicious; we loved the smoke salted tofu. For a lighter option, we got the sunshine curry quinoa chickpea bowl. It was healthy and nutritious, although I felt the flavor profile was a bit off; it was heavy on the curry powder and weirdly sweet. The side of mac and cheese was GREAT. We loved the sauce made from sweet potatoes, carrots, and cashews (I think it was oil-free). Not heavy or creamy, just flavorful and good! For dessert, we got the lavender almond cupcake which we LOVED. It was gluten-free, although you wouldn't guess it. It had a perfect fluffy texture and great nuanced flavor. We loved that it wasn't made with coconut oil (just olive oil). Truly special. The vast majority of their desserts (as well as their homemade cheeses) do contain coconut oil. Day 2: The patty melt sandwich was a big hit. Incredible flavor. The Levi Reuben served over greens (instead of on bread) was also delicious. We loved the fennel sage patty and the homemade sauerkraut. We got the kids' PB&J as a snack which was SO good with homemade peanut butter and homemade raspberry jam. Very impressive. Lastly, we couldn't resist getting the signature Snickers-inspired bar, which was so good it should be illegal. Day 3: We were excited to try their daily special, the teriyaki chili rice bowl, made with homemade ginger tofu patties. It was delicious, although it could have used some greens. We tried two more of their burgers to explore the menu further, the flirty burger and the teriyaki burger, and both were great. A devastating disappointment came when, even though we walked in within 10 minutes of their opening, they had already sold out of the special dessert advertised on their Instagram, the carrot spice cupcake with pecan glaze, the only dessert they had that was coconut-free. It seems like they inexplicably only make 4-6 cupcakes per day and then don't make more even if they sell out?! (Who does that??) Overall, we loved the food and are so glad they exist. Major props for making so many things from scratch. We really appreciated how nothing was fried or greasy, really hard to find these days. They also deserve special mention for having top-notch service. All the employees were so kind and accommodating, and every dish came out quickly and made to perfection. The vibe of the restaurant is really peaceful and would be an equally good spot to have a quick meal or to linger all day.

My wife and I travel from Warwick NY to get to this place, which is around a 30 minute drive. Since…read morethe first time we tried this place, the owners and staff were incredibly nice and friendly. The place is amazingly clean, and the food is absolutely AWESOME!! I'm not nor will I ever be a vegetarian, but I really enjoy the food here. I would absolutely recommend this restaurant to anyone!!

Hi, we visited late Father's Day Sunday afternoon, 6/21/2026. The shop is lovely, the ice cream is…read moreexcellent, the service is very good. I don't usually write reviews, but you're charging $8.75 for what signs in the shop and the counter person called "a pint" of ice cream. My wife was so upset at the sizing that she refused to have any ice cream. Our boys and I went ahead with the purchase despite the price. Now, charge whatever you want if people are okay paying it, but the "pint" clearly wasn't really a pint. Truth in advertising still matters. The "pint" paper container actually holds about a cup of ice cream. We know this because I saved the container, brought it home, and measured its volume. One measuring cup of water (8 oz.) filled the container pretty close to full, about half an inch from the top. You have a lovely shop and I wish you much success. At the same time, please stop telling customers that they're buying a "pint" of ice cream when they're really buying about a cup of ice cream. Label it something else, "Standard," "Regular," "Large" (compared to the pops), or whatever. Calling something a pint when it clearly isn't only hurts your credibility as a proprietor and sullies the customer experience. Thank you.

What a gem of a spot! I visited Polka Dot Café today with my daughters, and we had such a wonderful…read moreexperience. My girls had a peanut butter & jelly sandwich and scrambled eggs with toast and bacon, while I enjoyed a tuna sandwich. Everything was absolutely delicious and you could immediately tell it was homemade. The atmosphere is wholesome, warm, and welcoming. The owner was incredibly sweet and friendly, especially with my daughters, which made the visit feel extra special. One of the highlights for my kids was the chalkboard tables. They were thrilled to be able to draw while we waited for our food! The café is filled with charming local art, playful gnome decorations, and an overall cozy vibe that makes you feel right at home. This is exactly the kind of small-town spot you hope to find. Great food, wonderful people, and a fun, family-friendly environment. We'll definitely be back!

Food is astronomical I promise you this is a vegan heaven low-key service was quick with two great…read morebartenders and super fast delivery food was amazing must try. The ambiance was cool a quiet setting the darkness sets the mood of thriller effects and hand crafted sculptures almost a Gothic type of look seats were comfy most tables for four people but room for more. Great for a date night or with friends Bar on deck.

I like vegetarian food quite a bit, but found the dishes here to be subpar. The dishes were overly…read moresalty, as if to compensate for the lack of taste. I order a few items and was disappointed by all of them unfortunately. * Raw-violi (pickled and brined beet slices, cashew macadamia nut cheese, pesto, and saffron cream, 1 star off): the beet slices were too salty; the cashew macadamia nut cheese did not taste like cheese, but more like ground up nuts; I did like their saffron cream sauce...not sure how it went with the beets and nuts, but it tasted good on its own * Mackin cheese (elbow pasta with sweet potato truffle cream cheese, 1 star off): I could taste the sweet potato, but there was no truffle flavor * Mash-n-gravy (crusted tempeh, truffle mashed potatoes, kale, carrots, and gravy, 1 star off): I have had good tempeh before, but the tempeh here was a salty, compacted soybean; again, there was no truffle flavor in the mashed potatoes; the entire dish was a goopy mess * Bananarama (banana cake, blueberry compote, and mango-vanilla sauce, 1 star off): the cake was dry and tasted like a day or two old; I did like the mango-vanilla sauce though It is sad that the condiments or sauces used for the dishes were the best part of the meal. Back to meat dishes I go...

Our first visit for my wife's birthday and they exceeded expectations.by a long shot…read more Our server Steve was exceptionally knowledgeable, table service 5 stars, ambiance really modern sheik look and food awesome. We started with their Berkshire Pork Cheeks for appetizers, a bountiful Semolina Rigatoni vodka sauce and Amish Chicken . We will be returning soon and often.

I've been coming to Juniper Hill since they opened about seven years ago. I really want to continue…read moreto love this place but it's been challenging . There is new ownership recently, and they kept much of the original menu as well as adding some new dishes. Recent experience wasn't great... Service really suffering, took 20 minutes to get our first drink. Also - the cocktail pours are extremely light for what they are charging. Food was OK... Pizza has always been very good here but recently they just don't seem to season it at all. Two of us ordered the fish of the day @$39...small piece of cod, and just four pieces of potato ...meaning two small potatoes cut in half...and mine was actually missing the sauce. I'm not sure how that dish leaves the kitchen in a restaurant that is supposed to be of high caliber. They need to do better.

We had lunch in this homey, charming little restaurant in Chester. The staff couldn't have been…read morenicer- they happily answered our questions about some of the items on the menu. I had the Smashed Sweet Potato Burger which was one of the best sandwiches I've ever had!!! A delicious brioche roll was filled with two patties made from sweet potatoes and spices, covered in pistachios and crispy shallots, then drizzled with honey. Even a non-Vegan will love this. The standard looking French fries were anything but- they were crispy and delicious with just the right amount of sea salt. The chicken tenders were cooked perfectly and seemed freshly made not frozen. Everyone had to have a taste. The dessert was the showstopper- citrus olive oil cake topped with whipped cream and orange zest. The texture was amazing and it was incredibly delicious. My young grandson had a dish of vanilla ice cream, which also looked standard until you tasted it- super creamy with a strong vanilla flavor that was really outstanding. Everyone enjoyed their meal, which was reasonably priced. I honestly can't wait to go there again. Located off the Main Street , it is easy to miss but be sure to seek it out- you won't be disappointed.

Stopped in today and had such a lovely lunch! A few items were sold out, but there were still…read moreplenty of great options to choose from. We ordered the cornbread special, the porchetta sandwich special, and the biscuits and gravy. Everything was fresh, filling, and delicious. The porchetta sandwich was flavorful, though I personally found a few pieces a bit fatty with some skin, which wasn't my preference. The biscuits and cornbread on the other hand were fantastic! I also loved the cozy setup inside and the fun idea of having games to play while you dine. The staff was friendly and helpful, which made the experience even better! 4.5! Can't wait to come back and try more

I am a big fan of Indian food especially if there are more healthy veggie options and reasonable…read moreprices. This is a small restaurant but with a large variety of choices and for the 2nd time in a month, we were very pleased with the quality of every dish that we ordered for lunch. We did take-out both times and my wife thoroughly enjoyed both the Mixed Veg Korma and the Navratan Korma. I love lentils and both the Mulligatawany soup and the Dal Tadkha were spot on, prob best Mulligatawany I've ever had. Each time we shared the appetizer, first, Veg Kattu Parotta and then Spring Dosa and our order came with a free Galub Jamon dessert!

Major bummer this last takeout order and there won't be future orders. Have they sold the business…read moreagain? Take a look at the lamb saag below. Just a sad light green runny sauce and the lamb was tough. Not spiced although we asked for medium. Rice was short grains and broken not lovely long basmati grains. Was told over the phone it would be a 40min wait which it was but not worth waiting 10min for either. Not pictured was the tastier dish of Ennai a vegetarian eggplant dish. Overall, we are sad that we will be traveling further (Hillsborough or Bridgewater) for decent Indian food if not cooked at home!