Dear Yelp, I was in…read morethe area and made it a point to stop in as I've heard wonderful things. Service was friendly and fast. My daughter enjoyed her frozen hot chocolate with whipped cream. My husband had a vanilla frozen latte with oat milk and an added shot of protein. He said it was good but he felt very jittery afterwards. I had the frozen cafe latte. It was very milk-shake-esque. It was good, but didn't really give off frozen latte vibes. I'd like to go back and try something hot next time. Love, Nicole

Stopped in for a hot coffee while in the Long Valley area and wow a Local Hotspot offering great…read morecoffee drinks and much more. The service is amazing and a very comfortable experience both inside and plenty of outdoor seating as well!

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

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.

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.

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 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

Before the renovation,I've had lunch with my friend numerous times here-always a pleasant…read moreexperience. These days,while I appreciate the attempt in making the interior more inviting (think Mid-Century modern vibes), this is "order & pay at the counter" type of service,with significantly reduced menu options (mostly sandwiches), and given the pricing the food itself wasn't satisfying unfortunately (we had Falafel wrap and Pren Burger,both of which I would probably have done much better at home-lacking flavors overall,plastic dishes,falafels were basically mashed chickpeas). As for recommending to others,I'd say this may still be worth a stop for a coffee and maybe a boardgame sitdown-definitely don't expect amazing food :/ Overall,since my priority when eating out is food,I'm disappointed and not returning,sorry..!

Good, fresh bagels. Generous bagel size. Went to buy 1 plain bagel, left with 4 because I wanted to…read moretaste some of the different kinds they had in the many baskets near the front counter. Tried the sun-dried tomato, multigrain and sesame varieties, and they all tasted very good. As one reviewer mentioned, the place is an odd space but gave me the impression the bagels might be made on premise, although the space looked small. The owner guy seemed nice and friendly. Family-run business. The kids were playing in the car on the side of shop. Definitely will go back.

Excellent bagels, some of the best in the area. I have not ordered anything but their bagels so I…read morecan't speak to what else they serve, but I appreciate having such great bagels nearby.

On a dreary, chilly Saturday afternoon in March, stopping in at the cozy bar at Chesapeake Tavern…read morewas just what my wife and I were looking for. This was our first time here and we really liked the place. Our bartender was very friendly and provided info on the building being over 200 years old and new ownership taking over 2 years ago. I started off with a Kane IPA, my wife had a Toasted Almond. The beer was easy, but he did a great job making her drink. We each had a bowl of broccoli cheddar soup, then we shared the Maryland Crab Nachos. The soup was ok, but those nachos were fantastic! So different from anything we've had. The dinner menu here looks very good also. We'll definitely be back!

Our first visit to this great restaurant which is also a local favorite. On a Monday night and a…read morespecial Oyster offerings for only $1.50 each. We sat outside in a very relaxed comfortable and umbrella covered patio. The service was spot on. We ordered the special Tuscan Shrimp and Italian Sausage pasta dish. A nice Kona Big Eave Beer pint on tap. Overall very positive dining experience!

A hidden gem! Very quaint and delicious food. We stopped by for lunch, while driving through town…read moreand what a great spot. My husband had the chicken salad in a croissant and I had the grilled chicken salad, and it was so good. We couldn't resist and enjoyed some delish pastries too, the blueberry tart was to die for!!!

Cute country place for breakfast/brunch which is larger inside then you would realize. They also…read morehave a lot of tables outside on the side that is also not noticeable right away. Nice menu with creative interesting choices. My husband enjoyed an egg platter with eggs made the way he wanted, country ham, & excellent bread that was grilled instead of toasted. Eggs taste like they are from a local farm as well as the ham - score! I enjoyed a frittata with a side salad - excellent. They also have a nice bakery section with interesting enticing things to enjoy. Be sure to check this place out when in the area!

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

The afternoon tea is delicious. I ordered the Victorian tea which includes tea sandwiches, a scone…read morecream and jam and 4 fancy little cakes. Plus a pot of tea.

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.

We come here every time we're in Chester! This is a lovely little bakery with display cases filled…read moreto the brim with delightful biscotti. They probably have around 20-30 flavors of biscotti at any given time, and most of the flavors have a "soft" version too if you're not a fan of the typical biscotti crunch. The people running the shop will gladly let you sample various flavors (and they're generous with the sample sizes too!) On top of that, there's a samples jar near the front of the shop that has samples of a bunch of flavors all mixed into one big jar. If you're feeling adventurous you can try whatever you can grab!