Mountainside Cafe is a hipster diner in the middle of nowhere, a minimalist cabin serving up omelettes and sandwiches for New York weekenders. I came with my boyfriend on our way back to the city for a light lunch. It was tough to get parking around 2 pm though the restaurant wasn't too crowded. The menu isn't huge-- a few sandwiches, soups, salads, and brunch items. Prices are Manhattan-style, maybe a touch lower. I went for a soup which was fine needed a bit of seasoning. My boyfriend had a classic caeser salad with anchovies, very good. They do have wifi and a couple people were tapping away on laptops, though it feels a bit more like a restaurant than a cafe to me as there's table service. Bathrooms are cute and clean. Service was good. It was quite cold inside in early winter. Probably the only place worth Instagramming for miles; worth a detour if in the area. read more

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They're just doing so great. I can guarantee that you won't regret visiting there. The food is amazing in the area nearby. I'd wish they provide food more quickly after ordering but the waiting time is still within appropriate range. The ambiance is super comfortable. read more

Best breakfast place. Best luncheon too. Great staff. Nice atmosphere. Needs more hours.

A very pretty location along route 7 in Falls Village. Fantastic ambiance walking in the door. I first noticed the menu on the chalkboard wall in the form of a peak. Excellent coffee... If you don't have excellent coffee, the restaurant will fail. I mean everything else can be marginal, but if the coffee is bad, forget about it. I had the veggie sausage English muffin sandwich. The pretzel bun, dressing, and sliced avocado were fantastic. The vegan sausage patty was awful! It was lentil mush with no flavor. Yuck. Lentils were falling out. I am panning this because for the price, they could easily have found a much better commercially produced vegan sausage patty. Think Beyond Meats or Impossible sausage. I actually think they mashed lentils and tried to make their own patty's... disgusting. No table service. I didn't like that. I tipped for service when I paid up front before the meal. First time here, so I didn't know how they were doing things. So the lack of service is supposedly due to Covid and staffing. Bus the tables and wear a mask then. I really didn't like this. It might as well have been a cafeteria. For a family of six, $119, we did all the work, and I tipped! Grrr, not a great experience. read more

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Just lovely on every topic, from the setting and convenience to the people and quality of the food and preparation.

Absolutely horrible service from the moment I walked into the small cafe. I got the impression they treat people how they look. We're now past being required to wear mask while standing. I walked in without a mask. Let me add, I'm a mature woman and felt very singled out. I was left standing at the door completely ignored by the help. There were 4, very obvious tables available. I had to ask if I could sit anywhere. It was just me. The "hostess" had to look around the very small cafe before finally pointing her finger to the table directly across from the entrance. I ordered the Johnny Cash skillet. It was totally unappealing. The entire skillet with exception to the toast (I wasn't offered jelly for it either) was way over cooked. The bacon inside the overcooked skillet was undercooked! I couldn't finish the meal. Back to treating people how they look. While I was seated, two young women without masks walk in and were given immediate service. It appears ageism discrimination is the vibe at the Mountainside Cafe. Or, perhaps although I was very well dressed, maybe I didn't look "rich" enough. Whatever it was for the lack of quality service, the appearances of how they regard customers as they walk in the door is disgraceful! For a small roadside cafe, they act very independent. I often pass the cafe. I've stopped in numerous times for both take out and sit down lunch. Since Covid, the vibe has become more concerned about customers appearances over treating each and every customer with respect and gratitude for their patronage. You can find other restaurants a town or 2 over with more appreciation for your business. Keep driving. Your stomach will thank you for it. We pay not just for the meal. We pay for the service. If you want to avoid stress and indigestion, pass up this roadside cafe. read more

Mountainside Cafe - Johnny Cash Skillet completely over cooked and very unappetizing. Awful. - Cafes Near Me - Falls Village, Connecticut

I'm driving along in the middle of no where.. about to lose all cell phone reception when I find Mountainside Cafe. What a gem! For starters - they have WiFi. I spent the last 20 in and out of service so that was a blessing when you have no clue where you are. Second - it's the cutest little place you've ever seen. Think chalk board menus/cottage decor. Third - the menu has a wide variety of items. You can stick to gourmet coffees and teas and pastries or go for the milkshake. If you're stopping by for lunch, like me, you'll find soups, salads, sandwiches . All served until 3:00pm. Examples include butternut squash soup, quinoa salad, prosciutto sandwich... I had the grilled chicken salad with citrus dressing. It was just perfect. My only complaint is the butternut squash soup was made with almond milk and it didn't indicate so on the menu. That's a big red flag for me! Overall somewhere I will stop again when I'm in the area. read more

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Really amazing home style spot that serves many varieties of coffee and pastries. Mountainside is very clean and fresh tasting food. read more

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Oh my goodness, what a cute little place this is! It's tucked away if I didn't find them on yelp I never would have even known about it! First off the staff...nicest people on planet earth. A+++++++ for service. Prices are average to for a cute little hipster breakfast joint. We started off with iced drinks. I had the iced mocha turtle and my friend had an iced vanilla chai. Both delicious, they really hit the spot too since it was almost 100 degrees outside. For my breakfast I had an egg white omelette with peppers onions and mushrooms. And It came with fresh fruit and a multigrain toast. Everything was cooked perfectly and tasted amazing. My friend and I also shared the streusel French toast. The flavor was good but it was such a thick slice of toast that it ended up being a little dry. Nothing extra maple syrup can't fix though! read more

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What a cute spot! Had an amazing salad and decided to add on the special cabbage tomato soup. What a blast from my past-just like eating a bowl of my grandmothers soup. Burgers and fries were amazing too. Coffee was spot on. Service was attentive from start to finish. Definitely stop if you're in the area. read more

Stumbled upon this cute cafe and love it! The food is fresh and waitstaff is great. Apparently they are owned by a rehab center and part of the rehabilitation is to work at this cafe. I drive 45 minutes just to come here. There is also hiking trail across street. read more

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Delicious Vegan choices. Great London Fog tea. We loved it and can't wait to go back next time we are in the area.

Our lunch was perfect!l My friends and I stopped at this lovely little restaurant on a scenic drive from Massachusetts with no idea of what it would be like. The restaurant is small but charming, white walls and lots of windows. It was just about full, but it wasn't noisy. One of us ordered the pancakes that were so fluffy and tasty they hardly needed the raspberry compote, which was so delicious that my friends used it all. My other friend and I had omelettes, the basil for her and the dill for me. They were perfect, served with crunchy home fries and hearty bread. The waitstaff was pleasant and responsive. I intend to return, in spite of the long drive. read more

Came here while driving around the area exploring and touring. Had some excellent sandwiches (myself the house-roasted turkey and my wife the prosciutto). Both were good sized and very fresh. The service was friendly and the atmosphere laid back. This really hit the spot while stopping off on our travels. Highly recommended. read more

Mountainside is a reliable and delicious eatery along Route 7, just north of Lime Rock, in Falls Village. The menu is a bit limited which allows them to focus and execute well on the dishes they serve. Almost without fail, all items are excellent. Some of the best omelets I've ever had, and that's saying something. Burgers, etc all very reliable and tasty. Really good. The staff is warm and welcoming. read more

Not as good as it used to be. Sad to say but they cater way to much the weekenders rather than those that live here all the time.

The cafe is so cute! The staff are extremely friendly and helpful! But the best part is the food! My wife and I have been twice! The omelettes and the prosciutto sandwich were outstanding! On our most recent visit we had a breakfast wrap and pork belly grilled cheese...sooo good. We will be back soon! read more

Absolutely sublime brunch! I had the pesto omelette, my husband the apple pancakes. The entire experience exceeded all expectations. The staff were gracious and anxious to please. Only wish the music was a touch quieter. Over the top by a mile , thank you all. Diane W. read more

My friend and I had not seen nor heard from each other for 52 years. Mountainside was the half way point between our homes in CT and NY. What a wonderful staff. It was fairly busy with hikers and locals buzzing in and out, but we were served a wonderful lunch and they accommodated our sitting and catching up. In particular we would like to acknowledge our server, Brian who was not only friendly, helpful and very professional but dare say, please give him more hours (he is a gem) and give him a raise!! He was super. Will be back several times and next time we will have husbands accompanying us. Thanks!!!!!!!! Arlene Palmer read more

Very chic aesthetic and a great menu. Not too overwhelming of a menu but everything on it looks amazing. We both couldn't choose what to get! My fiance got the bahn mi and I got the French toast both of which were excellent. We will definitely be coming back. The upside is that they have cake and pie but the downside is they didn't have them when we were there so we definitely have to return! read more

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Mountainside Cafe turned out to be an excellent breakfast choice. The interior is bright and cheerful with rustic touches. The service was friendly and efficient. My husband enjoyed the peach parfait and the Western omelette was the best omelette I have had in a long time. The coffee was also very good. We would definitely return and highly recommend! read more

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Food was amazing. The service is always phenomenal. I love going here they have the best French toast I've ever had.

Enormous portions. Cute room. Nice service. A little expensive for breakfast, but also the only place to get breakfast for miles. In general, a high quality experience. read more

Always a dependable lunch or brunch. Hearty soups and sandwiches served in a rustic decor. Ingredients are locally sourced and the servers are friendly. Sweet potato fries are a hit with those who enjoy that sorta thing. Stop by if you're passing through. PS: They don't have a booze license, just FYI. read more

Came for breakfast this morning and it did not disappoint. Service was great and the food was creative and excellent. Supporting the mission is even better. Highly recommend. read more

Fabulous brunch! Iced coffee with the Johnny Cash skillet special and a roasted turkey sandwich with sliced roasted apples, sprouts and cranberry aioli on amazing bread with a cup of chilled cucumber soup. Please try the house made raspberry jam. Yum! read more

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After my boyfriend and his mother went here and had a fabulous meal , here it was Sunday morning and I was being taken to this cafe for a second try. The place is cute ... really cute with great decor and a cozy atmosphere. The food on the other story was less than satisfactory. Food came out cold!! Potatoes were chopped very unevenly causing some to be over cooked and some to be as crunchy as an apple. The eggs were cooked perfectly, fluffy and delicious. Bacon was floppy and chewy. THE TOAST on the other hand ... VERY BURNT!! It doesn't take much to put a couple of slices back in the toaster and try again considering the food was already cold. Overall wouldn't come back unless it was for coffee alone. read more

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I met up with some friends at Mountainside and we had an awesome time. The service here was outstanding. All the workers were friendly and let my friends and I hang out for hours. They even shared some suggestions on things to check out in town since we were new to the area. The mochacchino was delicious and not too sweet. The tomato bisque was amazing too, the best soup I ever had and the perfect way to escape the cold. My friends also liked their burgers. Another great thing about the cafe is the beautiful setting. It is out of the way from me but the location adds to its charm. The wooden accents and the natural lights makes this place feel like home. I can't wait to come back. read more

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Delicious food. Great service. Reasonably priced. First time here, usually stop in Kent to eat. This was way better & half the price. Very pleasantly surprised. Will definitely be coming back when we're in the area. read more

The Mountainside Cafe was a real surprise. I've driven by it for years and finally decided to stop. The place is stylish and charming without that grandmotherly feel. (Nothing against grandmothers, but they're not known for their design esthetic.) We devoured two honking sandwiches at the counter while listening to the respectful din of CT conversation. Watching the kitchen staff interact was a highlight. We had no problems, but the curmudgeon next to us warned the server of his grilled cheese coming out cold before it even arrived. You can't please all the people all the time, but we...were...pleased. So, if you're in the area and want some nicely curated food give the Mountainside Cafe a go. Don't worry. Your grilled cheese will arrive warm. read more

My imaginary checklist was checked off and then Mountainside Cafe added their own wishlist and checked that off too. Have you ever been somewhere, where even the creamer container was adorable? Ugh Mountainside-- you had me at "Hello" sweet counter persons. read more

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This place is awesome!!! A must try and worth the drive no matter where you are in CT! The calamari taco app YUPPP. 3 apps and 3 entrees all delicious and different from any normal dish you could think of. Do yourself a favor and get to mountainside cafe ASAP M+K Foodie Adventures Approved 5 5star read more

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Miss the old mountainside before it catered to the New Yorkers and not the locals still ok food price is high though

I can't imagine folks taking stars off for service. The service was exceptional - staff and management were awesome! My wife and I rented bikes and did the Harlem Valley Rail Trail from Wassaic to Millerton and back, roughly 20 miles. We were looking for a casual place with honest cooking and came across the Mountainside Cafe. It completely fit the bill and was exactly what we were looking for. Service was approachable and friendly. We split the Superfood Salad and the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich. Our server brought out an Avocado Sandwich instead. We explained the slip up and we were completely cool with it. Mistakes happen. Server and management apologized. No big deal, we were just happy to get started on our DELICIOUS salad and GREAT ICED TEA. Management came over, apologized, and comped our next visit. WOW! Super nice and totally above and beyond. We weren't expecting it and thought it was very generous of them. When we checked out, they also comped us a brownie (baked goods and coffee are YUMMY) as well. Unbelievably nice folks and wished we lived closer, we'd be here every weekend. We received the royal treatment and couldn't have asked for better service and good casual bites, and no, we aren't doppelgangers for Harry and Meghan. read more

Had a delicious breakfast this morning at Mountainside Cafe. This comfortably clean establishment provided us with a yummy breakfast -exactly what we were looking for. My son was getting ready to hike the Appalachian Trail nearby and chose this place on Yelp recommendations. We each had a breakfast sandwich. Mine was bacon, eggs and cheese on an English muffin. Rob chose a sausage, eggs and cheese on a bagel. We shared home fries. EVERYTHING was fresh and came out piping hot. The coffee was good, too. Service was excellent. Bathrooms are clean. It is spacious inside and there is a window for take-out. I saw nothing negative to report and would return without hesitation. read more

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good food and service . perfect every time. Clean restaurant and feels like home. Need to definitely try it next time you're in town!

Took a ride to Cornwall to meet a friend of mine for lunch, and the place we were going was closed for construction. And we were directed by one of the folks in the area to Mountainside. What a great referral that was we had an amazingly wonderful lunch! But my hands down favorite was the corn chowder! I am not a corn chowder person not in the least but for some reason I ordered it. I don't know what was in it I should've asked but it was superlative and I would so love to get the recipe. Highly recommend this place! Clean, great food, reasonable prices you can't go wrong. read more

Great Food and Coffee. The avocado sandwich and sweet potato fries are my go-to -but they have amazing specials each day. I love the latte menu too! read more

Food is so great! Awesome specials and regular menu, lots of options and definetly gluten free/vegan friendly. Becca and Vanessa both helped us and we're very nice! The manager, Sarah is great too! Definetly the best place around to get breakfast/lunch! read more

Even though the place looked promising the home fry were undercooked. And the eggs with pesto was bland. The deco was very nice but the food needs improvement. The presentation and service was great. Hopefully soon they can do better with the food. read more