Such a cute spot in jersey! Outdoor and indoor dining available & the food is so great read more

Blue Cafe - Warsaw skillet, burger - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Basking Ridge, New Jersey

Absolutely delicious food. Coffee is fantastic as well. The waitstaff are helpful, patient, polite, and hard-working. The Blue Cafe is a gem in downtown Basking Ridge. I recommend the huevos rancheros and the yogurt parfait. read more

Small cozy place with good fresh food. Lots of vegetarian choices as well. Both the pancakes and the French toast were excellent. read more

Blue Cafe - French toast with Nutella. How can one go wrong ;) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Basking Ridge, New Jersey

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Quaint and delicious. The sourdough bread was to die for. Perfect little breakfast spot.

The Blue Cafe is a great place to get breakfast. My group ordered the French Toast, Huevos Rancheros, Eggs Benny and a 3 egg omelet and we were all VERY impressed by the food. Everything was very good and the wait staff was very friendly. 5/5 would definitely recommend this place for breakfast. read more

This is a great little comfy neighborhood place. The food is consistent & I always enjoy going there. I wish they'd skip breakfast and open instead for dinner... read more

The breakfast and brunch food is amazing. The Paris morning is my fav. followed by French toast. Both savory and sweet dishes are yummy. Went once a week for a month because we wanted to try as much as we could. Their latte, cappuccino and chai teas are all top notch including foam art. (Note: they put cinnamon powder on matcha latte - so note to self - ask for no cinnamon) The only complaint is that the owner/ manager is not very friendly. The staff is friendly and always refilling water and coffee. Seems to be socially distanced (only been since after Covid). Hand sanitizers on tables and staff and patrons wear masks unless eating or drinking. read more

Blue Cafe - Eggs Benedict (top) Chai Latte & Paris Morning- crispy potato pancake, smoked salmon, poached eggs, creme fraiche w fresh dill and capers! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Basking Ridge, New Jersey

Was able to get a table outside for a late breakfast. Excellent. Service was attentive, but overly invasive. Returning to try more menu items. read more

Birthday breakfast for my hubby was delicious and filling. Coffee is excellent and outdoor seating is big enough to accommodate our big family. Have been here before, inside, and just as cute and quaint. You won't be disappointed! read more

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We don't find ourselves in Basking Ridge very often. But we were in town yesterday morning and looking for breakfast. My wife found some promising reviews of the Blue Cafe and since we were close, we decided to give it a try. The first thing you need to know is the place isn't very large and it is apparently very popular. It was Saturday morning and the weather was nice (but a little cool), so, the cafe was busy. As I said, the place isn't very large, a rectangular space, with a display case/server station at the far end. They also have several two seat and four seat tables outside, with propane outdoor heaters along side the larger tables. Upon arriving, there were several customers waiting outside. The dining room was full and very active. The hostess told us the wait would be 20-30 minutes, but a few of their outdoor tables were available, so we took a one. While reviewing the menu, we quickly noticed there was an eastern European (Polish) touch to the menu. Their Warsaw Skillet included kielbasa from Polaski's in Linden (the very best place in the state for kielbasa, in my opinion), and they had paczki on the menu. To the uninitiated, paczki are filled donuts, usually fruit filled (ie: prune, blueberry). What sets these Polish treats apart from the variety you'd find at a Dunkin Donuts is paczki are always larger, have a fluffier center and the filling is typically placed under the top crust of the donut, not in the center. The filling of the day was blueberry, so, we ordered two, to go, as a post breakfast treat we could enjoy later. They were some of the best paczki we've ever had. Our waitress was prompt, friendly and checked on us frequently. I ordered the Warsaw Skillet (a 6" cast iron skillet, filled with fried potatoes & onions, kielbasa and topped with two eggs). My wife ordered the lemon ricotta pancakes, but asked to hold the lemon curd and requested whipped cream instead. As others have described, the 3 pancakes were large, fluffy and square (which surprised me). Even without the lemon curd, they were very flavorful, with what I believe was candied lemon rind. The whipped cream was fresh, not Readi-whip, and there was a generous helping of fresh berries on her plate as a garnish. Overall it was a very nice experience. If I were to have any criticism at all, it would be how they service the outdoor tables. Servers have to go from the display counter/server station, move through the busy dining room, exit the front door, pass patrons waiting outside to get to the outdoor tables. During our visit, all three areas were fairly busy, making this task a bit challenging for the servers. A window or door near the kitchen/server station, directly to the outdoor tables would be far more efficient. But for now, it is what it is. Its' still worth your time! read more

I entered this establishment in hope of having a peaceful calm meal. I seat I was harassed by the staff in the establishment. However I was server an amazing sandwich read more

Great food, atmosphere and the waiters and waitresses were very kind, would definitely recommend

Amazing little gem in an adorable town. Staff,ambiance and food were all exceptional!! We would definitely recommend to any fellow yelper.

Blue Cafe was a pleasant experience. Food was great and fresh and decor was nice. Staff was friendly and attentive.

If you're hungry and want a fresh satisfying breakfast or lunch, then this is the place to go. It's always packed but the wait isn't too long. read more

Best Huevos Rancheros i have had since Arizona! This place is a gem. Try anything with their Kielbasa. Excellent coffee. Best food in town. read more

What an amazing experience at this quaint restaurant in a former home right in the middle of town. The interior is well appointed and gives the feeling of being in someone's dining room. Our server, Abi, was extremely pleasant, helpful and efficient. She immediately took our drink orders and gave us just the right amount of time to look over the varied menu. I opted for the Warsaw Skillet which contained the BEST Kielbasa I have ever eaten. The owner visited our table and was extremely pleasant and wanted to be sure that everything was perfect and it certainly was. My only negative is that living in Florida we will only be able to visit EVERY time we are in NJ. Do yourself a favor and run, don't walk to this one of a kind gem! read more

We enjoyed a super tasty and quick lunch today. Despite being a busy hour on a Sunday afternoon, the food came out quickly and was hot and delicious. Friendly service. Would definitely return when in the area. read more

Amazing breakfast/brunch! Everything is homemade and you can tell. We had the French toast which was made with homemade brioche. You don't even need to chew, it's so soft and tasty that it melts in your mouth. Also had the omelette with no shortage of options to add and every one was flavorful and fresh. Thanks for a great meal and can't wait to come back! read more

Cute little space in town with excellent food! The potato pancakes were very flavorful and light and not at all dry. Good coffee, good prices and portions, and friendly and attentive service. Definitely recommended and will be back! read more

My fiance and I both love the Blue Cafe Parisian breakfast is my favorite. I like that they have a real espresso machine it makes yummy coffee drinks. And it's so nice to walk through town. Its nice new edition to Basking Ridge. I hope people support them that corner seems to be cursed. Let's break the curse and see Blue Cafe make it! read more

Nice local people owned restaurant. We have a good time there with family and friends. Nice breakfast and also they have healthy food and drink. People are nice here. We like to go there. Recommended! read more

A great lunch brunch spot. My daughter had the chicken and waffles. Chicken tender was crispy on the outside still warm and juicy on the inside. Waffle was crispy with a hint of sweetness and the sriracha honey was the perfect blend of sweet with kick at the end of every bite. I had the Blue Cafe Plate, which was a delicious trio of polish specialties. The only draw back to the meal was price of the lime Rickey for the size served. read more

Grill vegitable sandwich was so so. Not sure if I want to try other stuff. Service was great.

Just ok. Nothing special. Wouldn't go out of my way to go here. It's too bad, used to be a great spot before changing ownership

The BLT was amazing (I added Avocado on WW), as was the Warsaw skillet. Staff is prompt and friendly. Busy but not loud or overcrowded. Finally a solid weekend breakfast place without a line, at least for now! read more

Delicious food and great service. Especially loved the ricotta lemon pancakes and nitro cold brew!

Nothing to complain about here. The staff is friendly and professional, the food is pretty creative and flavorful. One of the best coffees in town. Love the outdoor seating. The interior decor theme is nice. And it's only a few blocks away from home! read more

Best breakfast/ lunch / brunch in the area. Hands down. Service is always awesome and my plate is always empty when we leave. Gluten free options for my wife are always plentiful as well. Their family business mentality is just as apparent as their farm to table mission. read more

Food is always great and so is the service. Very popular spot in town so you often have to wait for a table on the weekend or at lunch on weekdays, but worth it. read more

Highly recommend. Excellent food and amazing hospitality. Will definitely be returning.

Cozy place to grab a freshly squeezed juice and a healthy brunch. Parking was easy to find and there's plenty of seating outside in warmer months. read more

Loved the Egg, Prosciutto, and Pesto toast! Lots of delicious other options as well. Looking forward to trying their pierogis next time I'm around if they have them. Great spot for brunch/lunch. read more

This is a wonderful little addition to our town The owners are very gracious hosts as well. Breakfast all day! Lunch is terrific as well. Veggie burger is made in house and served on a multi grain bread and real fries or salad. The french toast is crazy delicious! Already planning brunch with friends for next week! Definitely recommend it read more

Love my food, service is great enjoy the atmosphere and the outside dining totally recommend

Phenomenal salads. food is savory. Pleasant staff. small but intimate. Can be loud inside. Great to go in 2's. Nice outdoor seating but the nearby traffic makes me nervous. In general, a great lunch spot. read more

In a word...excellent. In an area where most of the restaurants are average at best, the Blue Cafe stands out. My wife and I went for lunch on the 1st day of school and were seated outside at a cozy table for 2. She had the Baja bowl and I had the focaccia chicken sandwich. I believe we eat with our eyes 1st and both dishes looked as good as they tasted. Service was perfect too. We'll be back for sure. read more

I recently moved to New Jersey and have been looking for a REAL brunch spot. This is it for me. Cute atmosphere, delicious food, reasonable prices. read more

Amazing food! Cozy spot with new owners. Very busy on weekends but you can call ahead to add your name to the list.

I'll start my review by stating this establishment is quite simply a hidden gem in Basking Ridge,New Jersey!!! My wife and I decided to try out a new place for breakfast and we knew we picked a wonderful place. I had Ricotta Lemon Pancakes with a generous amount of mixed berries and maple syrup with lemon curd placed on top of the pancakes. One of the most unusual but incredibly delicious breakfasts I've ever had!!!! We had a wonderful and attentive server in Cesar who kept my coffee cup filled throughout our time at our table. This is an 8 table Cafe and very comfortable. I would highly recommend trying out the Blue Cafe if you're in the mood for an enjoyable meal in a rural setting!!! read more