I first came in because they let me bring my dog, and I stayed because the food is actually great…read more-- not "good for a place that tolerates dogs" good. Tony the Tiger Grrrreat! The breakfast bowl is my order almost every time. Bacon and hashbrowns, done right, not swimming in grease. I've tried every other item in the menu and I keep coming back to it. Coffee is genuinely top notch. I drink lattes and theirs are consistent, which is harder to pull off than people think. No burnt shots, no soupy foam. Staff are friendly and mostly Rutgers students, so the faces rotate a bit, but they're always on it. Mo, the owner, is around all the time and is a great guy -- the kind of place where the owner actually knows the regulars. If you're in or around New Brunswick and want a solid breakfast and a real latte, this is the spot. Bonus if you've got a dog with you. If it's the first time with the dog, ask to have their picture taken and added to the wall - if there's any space left. Step inside the bathroom and take a deep down memory lane of the namesake - Friends the TV show. Bathroom is always clean!

so cute, so dog friendly,…read more great food for humans and dogs, would go again, would bring my mom :)

Good go to in a pinch, quick service and good coffee i had the breakfast sandwich, tasty and…read morefilling. The breakfast burrito is eh, okay.

The food is always fresh and there is a great variety to choose from. Also the staff is so helpful…read moreand happy to see you. When you walk in you feel like family. We are lucky to have IKS Cafe in our building!

Was here for a breakfast meeting this week. Friendly staff, good brunch / breakfast selection…read more Service was good too. Pretty busy for a weekday 8:30 am. Food was good, portions are generous. Overall a good breakfast spot.

After many trips to Metuchen and lots of walks up and down Main St, I finally stopped in to try…read moreBread Awakening! I am usually on the hunt for a cafe where I can stay awhile and get some work done, and while this spot may not be perfect for that exact reason, I am still so happy to have this added to my list of great Metuchen spots. A coworker and I grabbed a table outside on a beautiful day, ordered some food, and while those were coming out, got to work. The waitress was lovely and got us the wifi password no problem. It worked perfectly even outside. The menu is such a wonderful mix of traditional breakfast and lunch items as well as some delicious looking, sounding (and tasting) Mexican dishes. I got the Balsamico wrap which was grilled chicken, mozzarella, roasted peppers, and sundried tomato pesto. It was DELICIOUS but much cheesier and decadent than I expected. I managed to get through half. It comes with either home fries or a salad and I of course went the home fries route. So so yummy. Those did not make it to the doggie bag. The space is big with lots of tables both inside and out. The service is wonderful and quick and the food is fantastic. Give them a try!

I absolutely love the dish. I'm a college student who got my own apartment recently in highland…read morepark. "The dish" as me and my girlfriend call it has been a staple in our weekly routine. There is two amazingly kind ladies who work as servers and they always treat us with so much kindness. We are starting to have our regular order memorized by them and it makes the experience amazing. The food is just so homie and comforting. Love the vibe of the place too. Always quiet and calm. Would 100000% recommend.

You wouldn't guess it from the outside, but Dish Cafe is very spacious. Arranged like a typical…read morediner with a breakfast bar and lots of booths, it's a great location to meet up with some friends for breakfast or lunch. Our server was prompt but a bit lacking in the personality department. The prices were very reasonable. I ordered a 2-egg Florentine omelette with chicken sausage, tomatoes, onions, spinach, and feta with toast and potatoes for $10.50. The omelette was generously stuffed and there was a heaping portion of potatoes. The problem...it was quite bland and overall underwhelming in the taste department. Overall, the Dish Cafe is worth stopping in for a cheap breakfast in a spot that offers you plenty of space and time to linger and catch up with a friend, but I wouldn't anticipate being wowed by the meal.

Very small vegan joint with great food…read more I had the Cucu sandwich with coleslaw, apples, vegan chicken, caramelized onions, and pickles. Very tasty. My daughter had a mango hibiscus lemonade that she enjoyed. She ate the Just Egg BC Bagel and liked it.

Hands down, one of the best dish for dish dinners in Metuchen…read more Their sweet plantains came with this cheese that matched the flavor perfectly. Their eggplant BBQ skewers also packed flavor and was not expected. The highlight for us was the oyster mushrooms, and surprisingly the layered potatoes.  Share some mocktails on a warm summer evening to fit the vibe just right

We tried Maria's Brunch for a brunch date and really enjoyed it! It was our first time here, and…read moreeveryone was friendly and welcoming. I'm vegetarian and don't eat eggs, so I ordered the Mexican Chilaquiles without egg. They were super helpful and substituted the egg with beans and mushrooms, which I really appreciated. A lot of places will just remove the egg, so it was nice that they actually replaced it with something. The chilaquiles were flavorful and filling. My husband got the Quesadilla Mex with veggies, and it was HUGE! It was thick and stuffed really well. He couldn't even finish it. It came with salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and a small basket of fries. For the price, I think the portions here are really good. I also got the iced Coko Moko Latte with coconut syrup, chocolate, and a shot of espresso. Really liked this one! The coconut and chocolate went surprisingly well together with the coffee. The location is convenient too, close to downtown Metuchen and Whole Foods, and they have their own parking lot, which is always a plus around this area. Good food, good portions, friendly service, and a really nice brunch date overall. We'll definitely be back!

Maria's got a glow-up, y'all!…read more The old spot was cute. It was cozy. It was also... tiny. For a place this popular, finding a table on the weekend felt like winning the lottery. But now? SO much more room to breathe. Maria's moved into the old Latin Port space at 87 Central Ave, and they've been in the new location for about two months now. You can actually walk in, have a seat, and not feel like you've accidentally walked into someone's living room. I popped in today for a quick latte to go and went with a hot Coko Loko (that's latte with coconut syrup and a lil' hint of choc). And just when I thought I was done, I got this little surprise at the end: fresh coconut flakes in the final sips. If you're a coconut person, you'll want to try this one!

I had such a great experience at this diner!! Everything from the food to the atmosphere made it a…read morebrunch with family to remember. As soon as we sat down, our server was incredibly welcoming and attentive. I asked him for a drink recommendation and told him what flavors I usually enjoy, and he immediately suggested something that ended up being absolutely perfect for me. The drink didn't take long at all to come out as well! Everyone at my table ordered burgers, and we were all impressed. The portions were generous, and the burgers were cooked just right. They were juicy, flavorful, and satisfying without feeling overly heavy. We paired them with fries and onion rings for the table, and both were sooo crispy and delicious. The restaurant itself is beautiful both outside and inside. It has a really inviting vibe, and you can tell they put effort into creating a space that feels stylish but still comfortable. When we arrived, it wasn't too busy, which made for a relaxed lunch experience. While we were there, near the bar area there was a group of people celebrating something with a DJ, and the energy over there looked like so much fun!! Overall, great service, delicious food, and a fun atmosphere. I'll absolutely be coming back!

Great old school diner Went for a light lunch…read more Fantastic buffalo chicken salad Excellent friendly service Seats available at the counter Booth seating available I will not hesitate to go back

We came around noon on Sunday. We did not have a long wait. There is a parking lot out front. The…read morespace is not that big probably about 30 patrons at a time. The atmosphere is lively with music playing. It was our first visit so we were having a difficult time deciding but then the server came and told us the specials and we quickly made our decision. What we ordered: - Catfish and grits special $38 - Lamb chop and eggs special $38 - Hibiscus Tea, Strawberry Lemonade All the food was very good and we definitely scraped the plate...only thing left over was the hash browns. I'm more of a smaller and crisper hash brown person and these were larger and more soggy. We will definitely be back because the food and wonderful.

Brunch alert! Estimes is clearly the place to be, and I had no idea! When I first walked in, I…read morecould hear lively music and immediately felt the warm energy of everyone inside. The staff is extremely welcoming and provided great service from beginning to end. I learned that one of the first faces we saw even before being seated was the owner. He was very attentive and routinely checked in with each table. Once seated, we were greeted almost immediately by our server. Orders were taken pretty quickly, and our food hit the table just as fast. I ordered from their specials -catfish and grits. Let me tell you, the fish was fresh, light, and flavorful, paired with a type of red broth-like sauce on the side that was well seasoned with onions, peppers, and whatever else! I would dip my catfish in the sauce and then head on over to the grits. Delicious! I packed up whatever leftovers I had remaining and ate it before bed. This place is definitely worth revisiting. If catfish is still on the menu, I may pair it with the French toast next time. Other quick notes: Nice ambiance. Smelled CLEAN. Reservations strongly encouraged. BYOB.