Stumbled in here during one of the coldest days of the year, primarily just to warm up. Had no…read moreexpectations because, like I said, it was cold, they were the closest place to take shelter and I saw a coffee bar. Anyway, since then I've been back 3 more times; once for breakfast and twice for brunch. And while I'm confessing, the two times for lunch were on subsequent days. Yeah, they're that good. Actually, their chicken salad on a croissant is the best I've ever had and in my advanced years I've had a crapload of chicken salad. The have a nice sized coffee bar, decorated beautifully with some pretty delicious looking pastries. I'm on an anti-sweet phase so I'm basing my opinion on only on appearance. Then there's a seating area when you can eat, served by a friendly attentive staff and an adjacent boutique area where you can purchase housewares, clothing and other cool stuff. I'm not in Maplewood all that often, generally when I'm shopping at the equally awesome City Workshop but when I do, I always make sure to hit up Perch. You should too. 1/2 star deduction because they don't offer fake sugar, just that Stevia crap which is gross.

my recent visit was nice great atmosphere, food was horrid. Bacon tasted microwaved and I'm pretty…read moresure the greens were old 10/10 drinks 2/10 for the food :(

Cute little eatery if you wanted to just enjoy a Sunday Breakfast/ brunch. Very friendly staff !read more

Cute cafe in active area of South Orange. Came around lunchtime on a Thursday afternoon and was…read morequickly acknowledged upon entry but the gentleman barista. Everything was fine but I had a weird encounter I want to share in case others have also encountered this. Upon entry, I told the lady at the receptionist desk that I was dining solo indoors. She told me they were short on staff and had to order and pay with her before seating. First time dining here and didn't know how busy it was since the dining area was on the other side of the wall. Fine... no problem. Upon sitting, I noticed there were only two other tables and most of the tables were empty. There appeared to be two male servers tending to the dining area.. Food and coffee came out in good time and the server who delivered it was friendly. After I sat and paid, I saw three other tables who came and were sat - all receiving normal table service. (I.e waiter taking orders, pay at the end.) I don't want to assume anything but would suggest the restaurant look at their practices and either exercise them across all patrons to avoid causing anyone to feel singled out... Food and coffee were good.

Oohh la la. Came here for the first time for a matcha latte and was so excited to see all the yummy…read morelooking pastries. The staff was really friendly. If I hadn't just eaten breakfast I would have probably eaten one of everything because they all looked so delicious. The milk alternative they carry is oatmilk. Service was fast and the matcha latte was the perfect temperature. The space is inviting and they have several little tables to sit at.

I like to think of this quaint, no frills South Orange eatery as "The Happiest Little Bakery," if…read moreonly because the food is always delicious and the service is always helpful. I've never seen anyone not enjoying themselves here, which stands to reason when you're offering treats like turkey and jalapeño croissants and ginger bread with espresso glaze. Coffee isn't always great, but this is a minor quibble.

the service is always great the food and drinks are delicious and it's got a great atmosphere.read more

provided good review before - this is an added warning. On line says saturdays close at six…read more stopped by at 4:50 and asked the spacy dude at the cash register whether they closed at 6. he laughed at me or the concept or both. "Nah 530! Perhaps they should update online information - now i'm laughing

Great prices, great service, and great food. I ordered the corned beef hash wrap with the mustard…read moreon the side because I wasn't sure how I would feel about mustard and eggs but it was great! The corned beef is homemade and was exactly what I was looking for. The guy behind the counter was genuinely friendly and welcoming to everyone. Not sure if he was the owner but he kinda gave off those vibes. The dining room was empty while I was there but a few people came in for takeout while I was there so I get the feeling that most people get their food to go. Definitely give it a try if you are in the area. I don't think you'll find anywhere else putting out food that good for so cheap.

I ordered delivery from here (DoorDash). It was refreshing to have an interesting vegetarian…read moresandwich on offer in a sea of meaty Italian sandwiches. I got the roasted portabella sammy on rosemary focaccia. It comes with tomato confit, pickled red onion, sautéed kale and olive tapenade, yum. It was quite tasty and even though it looked kinda small at first compared to gut busters from some other sandwich shops it proved to be plenty filling. I'd love to see more creative vegetarian offerings from Valley Street and other local spots as well. Thanks for an option other than mozzarella and tomatoes! I'm not vegetarian but it's nice to have a meat-free meal now and again.

The sun is bright today, the eggs are sunny side up and all is good in the world (mostly), so it's…read morea great start to a nice Saturday with a hearty breakfast! I'm traveling through NJ alone today, so I pull off I-78 in Maplewood and find the Park Wood Diner. This is an old school corner diner with a rear wraparound parking lot that's locally popular. I grab a seat at the counter and start checking out the menu. The breakfast menu card is tabloid sized and filled with choices on both sides and is available all day. I'm afraid to see what the lunch and dinner menu looks like. One of my breakfast favorites is corned beef hash and I get it with 2 eggs sunny side up with home fries and white toast. I love laying the oozy yolk onto a slice of toast and if there's any bread left, use it to sop up any runny yolk left on the plate. Of course, the yolk runs onto the hash and home fries, too. After this leisurely filling breakfast, can I even think about lunch or maybe dinner? I'll have to make a point to come back to see what's in store on the lunch menu. Maybe a pastrami or corned beef on rye or a comforting meatloaf? See you next time!

The most delicious breakfast...George's Benedict. Great customer service and pleasant environment…read more There is a reason it's voted one of the best diners in NJ. Luckily I took a pic before I ate it all!

Great spot for a Matcha on a Sunday. The staff is chill with an amazing memory and the drinks are…read moreconsistently on point. There is almost always music playing and I really appreciate them taking orders over the phone and online. They also have this cool complimentary option of personalizing your cup with a black & white photo of you if you ask. I've also had the turmeric latte and the avocado toast which are worth getting again. The toast was fresh and flavorful. They have an enclosed booth that looks like it seats 4. Great for a little open privacy. The couches are quite comfortable as well. They have punch cards which is good, but I'm terrible with remembering so it would be great if they went digital with rewards. Maybe 1 point per visit or 1 point per $1 with tiered rewards. It's the only coffee shop I go to in the area that doesn't have digital rewards. Would love to see more vegan options on the menu, maybe a cinnamon roll lol. Con is they open late for a cafe. Coffee shops typically open at 7am.

I finally made it over to Harper's on a Sunday around noon for a late breakfast, and honestly…read more.. Harper's is the cutest. The vibes alone are worth the visit. It's cozy, small, has warm décor, friendly staff, just enough seating, and the music overhead was chef's kiss. And bonus: it's a Black-owned business, which I will always support. We ordered a small iced coffee with oat milk and sugar, an iced chai latte, the grilled cheese with arugula, and the egg platter. Everything was pretty good -- I wasn't blown away, but it was solid and seasoned well. I really wanted to try the French toast because I've heard so many good things, but they told me it would be a 30-minute wait. Our food ended up taking about 20 minutes anyway, so honestly, I probably should've just held on and waited for it. Next time! Prices are what you'd expect for a coffee shop in the suburbs of West Orange. We lucked out with a parking spot right in front, but parking in that area can definitely be tricky. They also sell Harper's Café merch -- t-shirts, sweatshirts, and quarter zips. I'm definitely going back to try the French toast and the pancakes because I saw several people ordering them, so they must be worth it. This is a great place to hang out, read a book, get some work done, chat with a friend, or vibe solo. Harper's Café gives you all the good feels, and I'll absolutely be returning. One note: the menu is limited, and not everything you see online may be available that day -- just something to keep in mind.

It was nice-looking and had interesting decorations throughout the store. Everywhere you looked,…read morethey had interesting artworks. The service was good. Guy was nice enough to tell me that they had switched to wraps instead of rolls. He also said the usual wrap also ran out, so they have a substitute. I hate to say the sandwich was just okay, nothing that would have me return there again, since it was just an ordinary THEC sandwich, which I would prefer to have in a bagel or croissant. And coffee was a little on the burnt side. Prices were okay. Unlikely I would make an effort to go there. Also, I found that I was charged 5 cents for a bag for the food ordered to go.

I love the decor and vibe of this place. There are antiques and old albums and plenty of cool stuff…read moreto look at . The service was busy but efficient. He managed to keep things moving while running into the kitchen, handing out takeout, and writing down orders at the counter. My turkey bacon melt was good, but I would have liked it warmed all the way through, maybe a few seconds of the turkey on the grill? I will go back and try more. Oh and the homemade chips that come with are good too, and bonus points for eco-friendly packaging.