so cute and the staff are incredibly caring. the food is great and they have really good french toast. lots of gluten free options

We stopped into Haven Cafe and Bakery for breakfast while staying in Lenox for a few days over February vacation, and it was such a great find! Everything was delicious--especially the omelet topped with perfectly seasoned, incredibly flavorful tomatoes. Yum! The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the only real downside was the limited parking. Overall, a wonderful breakfast spot we're glad we discovered! read more

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It was our first time in the area, and we came across this cozy spot by chance. What caught my eye was the beautiful coffee art and the variety of latte options. We came in as a family of four, and the food was simple yet delicious. My latte was unforgettable--just the perfect morning pick‑me‑up. The staff was friendly, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the creative vibe with plants and warm lighting felt welcoming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We even picked up funny socks from their gift aisle. Highly recommend for meetups or one‑on‑one chats. read more

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We stopped in for what I thought would be breakfast but what GF thought would be "coffee and a snack". It's an order-at-the-counter type of situation. We made it just in the nick of time for breakfast. They have a bunch of good shit including vegetarian shit that was nice to see. Tons of variety too: sandwiches, scrambles, bowls, buritos, omelets, sweet breakfast things. I settled on the haven scramble with scrambled eggs, butternut squash, asparagus, spinach, and goat cheese. This shit was served with bread, salad, and potatoes. This was SO good especially with a splash of hot sauce they offered on the side. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the bite of the asparagus was a nice texture addition. The portion was very plentiful, I was full for hours which is very unlike me. I was also intrigued by their "caramel inferno" coffee. I did see some what I would guess is cayenne pepper floating around in there but didn't taste it. It was a good idea but didn't pan out. The coffee just tasted like a very good caramel coffee and I was not complaining about that. GF ordered a vanilla latte and msuhroom toast which she seemed to enjoy quite a bit. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We really liked their outdoor patio which allowed us to bring the dogs.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a lovely meal in very enjoyable weather.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Haven Cafe & Bakery - msuhroom toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lenox, Massachusetts

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Long wait lines notwithstanding, brunch dishes and coffee delicious and beautifully plated.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Wonderful cafe in Lenox![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We stopped in for breakfast on our way through town and were very glad that we did. The menu is outstanding: a wide variety of freshly prepared, flavorful, nutritious dishes that are inclusive of all manner of dietary preferences. The service could not have been more lovely. The gentleman the counter was extremely helpful and welcoming. We got the breakfast burrito and the Southwest omelette, both of which were outstanding. Fresh, flavorful. Both came with home fries and salad, which were wonderful accompaniments. We left satisfied and fueled up for our journey. Would 100% stop in again next time we are in town! read more

We came to Haven everyday on our short trip to town. Frankly they are amazing in so many ways for a group style meal - casual and friendly, diverse menu with a lot of familiar yet unique options, excellent allergy awareness and great service all around. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Though bustling, they are quick to move with attention and care and offer seating inside, outside and to go.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My favorites list is almost too long: the gingerbread brownie - must try moisture and flavor. The pecan turtle was epic with delightful chocolate and crunch. The kale salad was so wonderfully balanced with the sweet potatoes and goat cheese. Each baked good feels packed with love and dense with nourishment. And to top it all - they have Oatly oatmilk, a favorite. Even better, they honor a classic brunch multi-drink setup with a delightful menu of classics like bloody Mary, espresso martini, and my favorite they fresh not too sweet elderberry blood orange spritz. Thank you for delicious meals everyday. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Such a cute farmstore local vibe with a community space feel.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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We stopped in for breakfast. We had the steel cut oats with a poached pear and homemade granola. Everything was delicious. The only thing was the oatmeal could have been hotter. Service was good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Plenty of seating inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Haven Cafe & Bakery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lenox, Massachusetts

It was a busy and energized morning at haven! You order and take a number and then seat yourself. We got a table first as it was busy. We had the blueberry pancakes which are made with corn meal and you can taste. They were a bit wet in the middle probably due to the berries not cooking all the batter but good all the rest. We also had the dill biscuit Benedict I ordered poached hard but made a mistake on that could have used the yolk. Potatoes were tasty too. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The staff were nice and the ambiance was quaint full of tourists and locals too.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We did find a hair in the plate but it wasn't (in) the food so we didn't complain read more

Haven Cafe & Bakery is located in the small town of Lenox, Massachusetts off Franklin street next to Yao Asian Fusion Cuisine, Prime Italian Steakhouse, and Bagel & Brew. Haven is a casual quick service cafe where customers must go up to the register and place an order and a server brings your meal to your table. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance of Haven is traditional New England style with light wood tables and dark wood floors brick walls, and brick exterior walls.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Haven specializes in coffee, breakfast, desserts, pastries, and lunch sandwiches. The blueberry baked French toast came with with maple mascarpone and a nice blueberry sauce. 8/10 The salmon Benedict came with Smoked salmon, asparagus and poached eggs on a croissant with dill hollandaise. 9/10 The Haven Cobb Salad came with Grilled chicken, NF bacon, marinated tomatoes, avocado and Spanish Bleu cheese on mesclun greens with red wine vinaigrette. 8/10 The Haven Burger came with a grass-fed, hormone and antibiotic free 6 oz Beef burger with Spanish Bleu cheese, onion confit and roasted mushrooms on a challah bun, served with house cut fries for $18. The burger was not ready to eat. The blue cheese came as a scoop and was not evenly distributed. I had to distribute the blue cheese with a knife and move the mushrooms on top of the burger and move the greens on top of the burger too. The burger was tasty and juicy and not overcooked or too dry. 9/10 The service was not applicable as this was not a full service restaurant. However, the lady at the register was friendly and the server bringing the food out was friendly. Everyone enjoyed their meals and there were no complaints from anyone. The haven mocha latte was delicious! Haven's prices were a bit on the high side for what we got but everything was good and that is to be expected of a small town in New England. If you're in the Lenox Massachusetts area and craving dessert, pastry, breakfast or coffee, definitely check out the Haven cafe & bakery! read more

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Fine bakery! Haven has a serious parking problem and heating issue. Soft muffins. Hot coffee with ingredients and neat silverware station. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Mixed size tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Counter signage needs larger letters.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Good for breakfast. Review: 4 read more

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So many options for eggs Benedict that I knew I had to try them bc I have trust issues with restaurants and eggs Benedict. Absolutely delicious and they served them over these house-made biscuits that was perfection. They had some really good latte flavors as well. Note: while this is a sit down place, it's not full service. read more

Haven Cafe & Bakery - Haven scrambled - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lenox, Massachusetts

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Wow! What an amazing find on our short trip to MA! Everyone loved their breakfast. I highly recommend the blueberry french toast. We got blueberry muffins to go. So yummy! Would eat there weekly if we lived there! read more

This is a must stop breakfast restaurant! It seems like a long wait, just hold on, it's not that long and worth the wait. You wait in line to order, in the mean time a lovely lady greeted us assigned us a # and placed it on our table. We ordered and sat at our table. Food was brought to us. The operation was a well oiled clock. Heres the best part. The food was awesome! i believe that was the best omelet Ive ever had. Yummy roasted potatoes, baguette and wonderful greens I'll be back read more

Cloudy day, hint of rain, some of us sleeping in ... then someone says: "How about breakfast at Haven?" and everyone suddenly mobilizes - and the car is full 10 minutes later. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Haven is the kind of classic breakfast spot that everyone loves![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Great classic breakfast menu, well-chosen ingredients (you can taste their freshness), simply prepared (so it can be entirely consistent!). [[HIGHLIGHT]]One big dining hall, tables that give you the choice of talking to your neighbor - or not.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] And like the best of such places, it is at exactly the right price point for the food and ambiance it offers. Hey, it's a gray day out - how about breakfast at Haven? - read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Beautiful place located in Lenox MA.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Entering the place itself gives you the feel of old New England with a touch of now[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], the service was very good and the food was delicious . I wish I would have known about this place sooner. read more

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The food here is fresh and well-executed! Great selection for brunch, and I appreciated that each entree included home fries and greens. They also bring hot sauce to the table without asking, which is always a nice touch. Definitely recommend the Haven Scramble & Eggs Benedict. Parking & the wait can be a bit much during peak hours, but overall the experience is great! read more

Haven Cafe & Bakery - Haven Scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lenox, Massachusetts

PHENOMENAL. I guess we saved the best meal for last on our little winter weekend getaway to Lenox, MA. I had the heavenly Haven Scramble (Butternut squash, asparagus, goat cheese) with house potatoes, the delicious gluten-free sourdough and a Golden Milk Latte with oat milk. Picked up a bakery box of gluten free carrot cake and apple tart for the road--both were great (would have loved a little more filling in the apple tart, but still fantastic!). As a gluten intolerant person who has been strictly gf for the past eight years, this was one of the best breakfasts I've had just about anywhere. Fast, friendly service, full on a Sunday morning--but the crowd moved quickly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Affordable prices, nice location, lots of light flooding in through the windows, even on a snowy, overcast day.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I believe TJ (or PJ!) was my server and he was so kind. Looking forward to returning. read more

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We came here because of the reviews. My husband wanted the two egg meal and was told it was only for weekdays but gave it to my brother at a different register. I had avocado toast and it was just ok. My husband liked his food as did my brother and his wife. You order at the counter and then take a table that worked out for us. They don't come around for coffee refills but ask for a tip at checkout. I wouldn't come back but others in my party said they probably would. But all agree it's highly overrated. read more

Called in for a breakfast order and picked up Santa Fe omelets, a haven breakfast, and a sticky bun to go! We were visiting the area for the weekend and enjoyed a delicious breakfast here. Everything tasted delicious and was kid approved. The eggs were fluffy, pancakes were buttery and soft, and the fresh hot sticky bun paired perfectly with a cup of hot coffee. Highly recommend and would return one day! read more

The food here is incredible. The prices are reasonable, the portions are large, and the quality is excellent. The eggs were the perfect texture. The servers are kind and friendly too. There is a line (even on a Monday midday!), but it moves efficiently. The outdoor seating area is lovely with umbrellas for shade & beautiful flower boxes. I can't wait to be back just to have these pancakes again! 10/10 highly recommend read more

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Look for the line and all will be fine. Scouted this place on an early morning walk around Lenox. I've gone horribly wrong trusting crowds -- but wasn't disappointed this time. Cheese omelette was fluffy, French-style goodness. Typically the sides are an afterthought, but the dish came with a side salad that was well dressed and added some crunch and acidity to break the heaviness of the cheddar. Hibiscus iced tea was also welcome on a hot morning. Decaf drip also available, if you are so inclined. May work my way into some of the freshly baked pastries on another trip. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Decor is simple, with a French-ish style bent. It's fine but not remarkable -- the food and service are the stars here[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. I loved the woman specifically assigned to grab a table for us while we waited in line. NYC efficiency with enough charm to avoid the drawbacks of -- frankly -- NYC efficiency. read more

Had a great breakfast here on a late morning when the line to order was out the door. When we got to the front of the line, I ordered a breakfast bowl and an earl grey vanilla. After waiting for a table, we had a great meal - the breakfast bowl and drink were both a great size. Would definitely return to try some of the other breakfast items. read more

Haven Cafe & Bakery - Breakfast bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lenox, Massachusetts

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Had a lovely lunch here on a Friday afternoon around 12. It does get crowded here during peak times but food comes fast and the line does move quickly. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Large menu, great variety of salads, sandwiches, eggs, and more. Baked goods looked nice as well although didn't try any. The kale salad tasted super fresh and had a great dressing. The bread it came with was super good too. Cute spot would recommend! read more

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Love the food. Good oils. Desserts are great but I can't indulge much. Nice variety of teas.

My wife and I went to the Berkshires and looked for a good breakfast spot and found a nice write up for this place. We ordered a breakfast bowl and one of the specials, baked blueberry French toast. We ordered a vanilla latte and a chai tea. The drinks came out quickly and a few minutes later the food came out. The breakfast bowl was a mix of arugula, goat cheese, eggs, quinoa and beans- I might be missing something in this magical healthier breakfast salad. It was light, savory, creamy and had a good mix of textures for a breakfast meal. The Blueberry French toast came out hot- more than just warm- and it was a perfect sweet complement to the breakfast bowl. It was almost a blueberry creamy bread pudding- it was very good. My wife's vanilla latte was exceptional. The only negative I have about the meal was my chai tea- it was unsweetened- honestly I did not even think to ask as I have never been given an unsweetened chai tea anywhere as they are usually sweetened. The server showed me that they had a table with sweeteners so I grabbed the honey but it was actually honey syrup- a very watered down version of honey. This was disappointing as I never could get the chai sweet enough and there was an underlying and aftertaste. I am not sure why such a quality place like Haven would not just have honey. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall, the place was comfortable, bright and happening.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It was one of the best breakfasts I have had in a very long time. We left satisfied but not overly full. I look forward to returning on our next trip and will try other dishes. I will get the vanilla latte and stay away from the chai tea, which is normally my favorite drink. I would give 4.5 stars if I could. read more

Amazing pastries, food and coffee. Highly recommend for breakfast or brunch! Just give yourself some time to wait in the line.

Great selection of sandwiches for lunch. Dine in or take out. Crazy busy so prepare for that. Gluten free options including bread for sandwiches. I ordered take out. read more

Haven Cafe & Bakery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lenox, Massachusetts

My friend and I came here for brunch and I'm glad we weren't in a rush, as the line was almost out the door when we arrived. You choose what you want to eat, order at the counter and then one of the staff members will assign you a table to sit at. The ambiance was very causal, with lots of families and larger groups and it felt a little like an old school diner. Despite a slower moving line, the staff were super friendly and accommodating. They have a number of baked goods to choose from before you even make it to the counter, in case you want something to go. We ordered the croissant French toast, the Salmon Benedict, a chai latte and a golden milk latte. Everything was pretty good, though I've certainly had better brunch other places, but this wasn't awful either. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]A wonderful, casual spot for a filling breakfast.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The buttermilk pancakes were buttermilky, the vegan burrito was stuffed with veggies and flavor. Coffee is good too. Plus I give five stars to any cafe that has fresh coffee cake! read more

I love this place! Had the blueberry pancakes and a cardamom latte. Both of which had so much flavor. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The staff were super friendly, even the customers were friendly![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] One regular there asked if it was my first time there, it was, he simply stated "you'll be back". And I will!!! read more

Despite the frequent wait and higher price point, Haven puts out fabulous food with quality ingredients. Expect to spend $25 per person for breakfast. Veggie Omelet rich with mushrooms and spinach. Everything that came out looked fabulous and everyone at Haven looks very happy (once seated !) I wouldn't be put off by the long line at busy times.. read more

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Worth the hype! I went twice in quick succession. Breakfast & lunch were great. Fresh & delicious. Wonderful baked goods. Great coffee! The staff was friendly & efficient. There's usually a line, but it goes quickly. Will definitely return! read more

An imaginative café with excellent food, delightful ambiance, and fantastic servers. Make sure you pick up a menu from the table as you enter which will give you time to work out what you want or you'll be holding up the line behind you. I went mid-morning, mid-week and there was a short line but it moved quickly. A seemingly full set of tables turned over quickly and I saw nobody waiting - but rumor has it that can be different at a weekend. We shared a toad-in-the-hole (a fresh farm egg in a hole in sour dough fried toast and a Croissant French Toast with delicious maple syrup. The French toast came with a generous portion of blueberries, and the toad was served with home fries. Did I mention the coffee. Excellent as well but you'll need to ask a server for a top up and they will happily advise. I'll see you there again soon. Thank you for brunch, Haven. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Delicious food, comfy atmosphere and welcoming service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Gluten-free French toast was surprisingly good! (And with real maple syrup) Loves the kale salad (with grapefruit & butternut squash). Yunnan tea and huge lattes! We will be back! read more

Haven Cafe & Bakery - Seating area - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lenox, Massachusetts

Good thing Lenox doesn't have much, if any breakfast competition. I'd it did, this place would be out of business. Usually a line out the door means you've stumbled upon a diamond in the rough, not so here. The good news is that they move people through the system very efficiently. The bad news is while the quantity served is amazing, the quality served is lack luster. Also, don't look at the glossy photos found in other reviews of this place. The food actually looks like this. Ciao. read more

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We have an amazing breakfast. Everything was made very fresh and flavorful. Coffee is a little bit weak, but overall a great breakfast.

Great place for takeout or dining in. One of my favorite breakfast/brunch places in Lenox

Just finished a perfect brunch-- literally perfect in every way. A light French omelette with spinach and goat cheese, topped with freshly snipped chives and cherry tomato halves barely dressed in salt & oregano. (Haven on the menu) The plate included a small hill of dressed greens, 5-6 roasted potato chunks, and two toasted pieces of baguette. There is nothing left, I am perfectly sated, and I am enjoying my rosemary maple latte while listening to a table of French tourists. Kill me now, life will never be better. read more

Love this place, the people and the food. Always visit when I come to Lenox. I had the turkey sandwich which had real turkey in it on ciabatta bread! The herbed mayo has tarragon, it would be nice if they told you that as I don't like tarragon. Otherwise delish and they have fresh sourdough bread-gluten free, fresh coffee beans, and gift items. read more