This place is sooooo funky and cool with all its seating options both inside and outside,…read moreespecially in the warm summer days. My boyfriend and I sat by the brook and it was such a wonderful experience. The only thing that stinks is they didn't have espresso when we went, and didn't say why. The staff was also just kind of bland towards us. I got an iced vanilla matcha which was very very good. My boyfriend got an iced coffee with cold foam and he liked it. I would definitely come back to try their lattes but would hope the espresso is there??

I hidden gem that everyone in the area knows about and I was glad to learn about having also just…read morehiked the stairway to heaven Appalachian Trail. I wanted a place to meet a family member in the area. While, she didn't know about this spot, her adult children/friends did, at least one being a coffee connoisseur! We were looking for coffee where we could sit down and chat & with her dog; this is THE place! It was a hot day and mid afternoon so she enjoyed a strawberry smoothie, and I had a large iced tea and appreciated that they could put it in my own cup. The service was friendly as you'd expect in 'the country.' We also shared a strawberry muffin that tasted like spring as we sat outside. The dog also seemed to appreciate the lovely breeze. Great atmosphere with a surprising amount of seating in and outside even as it doesn't appear that large from the outside. I did see a nice list of sandwiches, but had already eaten my sandwich at the S2H vista. We did see a steady flow of neighbors come and go; the parking lot, while three-quarter full was still ample. More reasons to go back to the area to hike, & connect with family at this coffee stop & more. A respite.

I have been going here for years and then probably one of the original customers. Just realized I…read morehad never given it a yelp review. The coffee is very good and always fresh and the other offerings are wonderful. I know from the owner that they are baked from family recipes and true to their roots. There are other items that are hard to find elsewhere. Regardless, everything is very tasty and delicious. The prices are reasonable and the place is friendly. Every so often there will be a specialty that knocks the ball out of the park. It is also a wonderful place to explore the flavors and backgrounds of different cultures.

I've been going up to Vernon, NJ every winter for the past few years to go snowboarding, and the…read moreNordic House is such a landmark to me! I can't think of Vernon without also picturing this place. 1) The baked goods and coffee are as authentic, fresh, and delicious as it gets. And def get the kringle. It's a MUST! 2) Gary is such a sweetheart. Very friendly and welcoming, happy to discuss Nordic culture, and makes everything with such love and pride. 3) Parking lot very well cleared making it easy to run in or chill for a bit. I've never stayed for more than a few minutes, but seems like a cool place to hang out. Everywhere you look there is a good conversation starter. If you're not hungry or thirsty, you can do a little shopping around the store, surf the Internet, or just pass the time admiring the beauty of the place both inside and out. It's definitely a one of a kind spot in all of NJ, and worth checking out.

Tried to find this Starbucks turns out it's in an Acme. Generally, Starbucks within other stores…read morearen't my favorite including target, sorry unless you really want to go shopping. If you're looking for coffee and other amenities, don't go here! Rather there's a charming local independent option nearby. The Daily Bean is just up or down the street depending on which direction you're coming from and also offers indoor and outdoor seating and you can bring your dog. Read my review there!

Anytime i get my drinks here it doesn't taste anything like starbucks unfortunately. I spent 7…read moredollars for a Frappuccino that was watered down/blended too much and my coffees are always made wrong too unfortunately. I hate to leave this review but that's been my experience every time..

I love this bakery so much…read more I've tried their breads and pies. It makes the perfect dessert to bring back to loved ones. The staff is always so warm and friendly. The outside is just so precious! They also have a large handful of gifts that can be purchased inside too. I personally love when they have the wooden tulips. Such a phenomenal gift!

Try the cronuts! It is a croissant and donut all in one, glazed is my favorite! They are…read moreaddicting!! This bakery is closed on Sunday and Monday so keep that in mind

Cute little place. Decent food and price. Service was quick and friendly. They have a lot of food…read moreoptions.

It's not easy to find decent food in Vernon, and while this wasn't terrible, the search continues…read more The Millennial Chum and I stopped by here for lunch this past Saturday after building up an appetite ziplining at nearby Mountain Creek. The menu was large with almost a diner-like quality (not a bad thing), and I was in the mood for some avocado toast specifically. It was a very nice day and I would have been perfectly fine with the outdoor seating situation off to the side of the building, but the Millennial Chum was very taken by the interior and declared we had to seat in there. It was fine - it looked like it had been recently renovated/done, but also had a dash of quaint country store to it. Not to an extreme level like a Cracker Barrel, but it's a pleasant vibe. I was kind of impressed that they had literally the most basic avocado toast option possible - literally just avocado on toast. In this day and age, I usually have to navigate around some weird crap (my limit is maybe some feta or pepper flakes, but once you start putting basically an entirely different meal on it, I'm out), so it was refreshing from that perspective. That said, this really should be an avocado mash - per the attached picture, they just chopped up pieces of browning avocado with no seasoning whatsoever, which I could easily make at home. It's extremely rare for me to add seasoning, but as soon as I saw this, I doused it with pepper. A rare instance of this being a little TOO basic. But they have the right idea. Honestly, I didn't like the strawberry pancakes. I thought they tasted artificial and not good at all. I had a few bites that were heavily centered on the strawberries, but the strawberries weren't ripe yet so they weren't juicy/flavorful. For what it's worth though, the Millennial Chum DID like them and hosed most of them down on my behalf, so maybe it's just a personal preference issue. Like a diner, the portions here are gigantic - huge points for that. Even though I was pretty tepid overall on the avocado toast, it's a portion that was arguably twice as large if not more than the serving you'd get at a bougie cafe in Jersey City or something. And in line with that, the price point is pretty amazing as well. We got a ton of food here and split a bill that I think ended up hovering around $30; really not bad. The service was okay. Our waitress was nice and we ordered/received our food promptly, but it did take a bit of time to locate her again to obtain the check. Not a huge deal though. This was okay. And given where you are, that's probably good enough.

Ordered just a drink from them I normally order with no ice cus I don't have a tongue i know that…read moresounds strange but a freak accident left me like this so simple joys of a cold drink aren't a thing anymore for me sadly but I was shocked to see when I ordered my drink that I paid full price for was half empty before I even took a sip! I was so shocked i didn't know what to do especially spent more money for less then this huge woman comes to the window and acts like she didn't hand me half a drink can't even talk back cus I can't speak truly disgusting customer service. Now keep in mind when u see my drink this is before I took a sip

It's over $3 for a small cup of hot coffee. Over $3. And this Duncan never has any donuts. Everyday…read morethey sell out of everything, very early. The name is Duncan but it was dunkin' donuts. Donuts was their thing. Now this one never has donuts. I am disgusted at the lack of trying to have things people want to buy, and the outrageous ridiculous price for coffee. How the hell can you justify $3 plus, for a small cup of coffee. Good Lord. Whoever is deciding the price of a small coffee, deserves to go to hell. And the snowy girl at the drive-thru window. Probably should hire people who can give better customer service, when people have to pay three fucking dollars, for a small coffee. Good Lord. This is not gourmet coffee. Not at all. It is a okay cup of coffee. Not a $3 cup of coffee. $3 used to get you a large coffee. Now I got to pay it for a small? And pay $3 for small coffee and get a snooty customer service person at the drive-up window?

*Update Jan 2026* As always, stellar service, amazing…read moreambiance, and even better food. This year's brunch menu does not disappoint. The Cranberry Orange Scone is PERFECTLY made - incredible flavor and not AT ALL dry. The Garden Omelette is beautifully composed and chock-full of the freshest veggies (and cheese), with the side salad as great accompaniment to a wonderful meal. We look forward to their brunch in the winter (just wish y'all could continue it throughout the year!)!!

This is THE farmers market to stop in if you're in the area. Even in mid April, they had some fresh…read moreproduce, whereas the other local farm market had none and snipped at us when we asked if they had produce as if it was an unreasonable question. And Pennings has everything -from nice gift items, to fresh baked goods, including bread, to a great garden center. I was especially impressed with their native plant offerings, lots of options among perennials, for example in a small smaller size, a little easier for the pocketbook, and some amazing soil options, including mushroom compost, which I've never seen anywhere. And the staff was lovely. It was nice being there on a weekday afternoon when it was quieter. I'm guessing on the weekend and in season & apple picking time this place will be hopping.

I stopped here once, yesterday, for about 5 minutes, but the woman inside at the counter was kind…read moreand gracious to a lost traveler, and it looks like a wonderful place to pick apples, buy baked goods, or sit down and relax with something tasty and filling to eat (the menu indicates they serve breakfast and lunch). What was I doing up in this neck of the woods? Well, it's not totally unfamiliar to me. When I was a kid, I was part of a father-son group known in those politically incorrect times as "Indian Guides." Fathers and sons would go "camping" for the weekend at a place in Sussex County called "Camp Silver Lake" (not sure where it exactly was; my best guess would be Hardyston). My oldest friend and his father were also part of it, and that's where we bonded. If nothing else, Indian Guides was the start of what has been a lifelong friendship, and the pastoral surroundings are a beautiful memory. Back in the day when I abused a number of substances, I would sometimes drive up this way, pop a Vicodin or Percocet (in my own defense, I never, ever equated such activity with driving drunk, as it was "prescribed medication," and I felt far more in control of myself than if I had been drinking alcohol) and feel exquisitely happy, as I experienced simultaneously pharmaceutically induced euphoria and the rapture of nature's glories. I had an epiphany finally and realized that this was dangerous, and stopped, but...at the risk of sounding like even more a pitiful a**hole than I do already...these are some of the happiest memories I have. The place and the pills. Years later, I drove up this way with my birth mother and grandmother. We stopped somewhere to eat, and they had "Freedom Fries" listed on the menu. For all I know, they still do. Still, it has been years since I have been in the area. My oldest friend's son is getting married up here in a few days, and I've been worried about having to navigate some of these roads at night with my cataract-afflicted eyes. I figured I would take a trial run by day to familiarize myself as to where I had to go. I used Google Maps, which was probably a mistake. Going up Rt. 23 was nice, brought back old memories of driving up here with my dad (I was reading "Dracula" at the time, and the surrounding woods, mountains and lakes looked to the child that I was like the Transylvania described by Bram Stoker in the book). Soon, though, I was diverted to back roads and had trouble keeping my sense of direction intact. People drive fast on these back roads and several times I had to pull over to let them pass (1 truck drove by me with an enormous American flag fluttering on 1 side, and a "Don't Tread On Me" flag fluttering on the other, and I wanted to call out, "You think you've been tread on in the past? Wait till you see what's coming!" but...of course...didn't). At 1 point, I stopped at a gas station and asked the attendant if he knew where a particular road was. With great force, he shook his head no, looking as if I had asked him to direct me to a barren outpost near Azerbaijan. Turns out, the road in question was about 10 feet beyond the gas station. Thanks, pal. Somehow or other, I got onto what I thought was the right road, but, frustratingly, I reached the end of it with the wedding venue nowhere in sight. In desperation, I pulled into the picturesque Pochuck Valley Farms parking lot (parking wasn't a problem) and went inside. The counter was in front and towards the back, someone in a kitchen was cooking food that gave forth a delicious aroma. I was worried when I asked the woman at the counter about my obviously erroneous (or, knowing myself like I do, misinterpreted) directions, I was going to get the same negative response as I got from the gas station guy. Instead, she was very pleasant, patient and helpful, taking out her phone to map out what I had scribbled on a piece of paper more precisely. Feeling somewhat guilty and wanting to repay the woman in some measure for her kindness, I went towards the dining area to pour myself a cup of coffee. The dining area was crowded with young people seated at tables, and they seemed to be enjoying what they were having. Paying for the coffee at the counter (and treating myself to a Twix candy bar), I thanked the proprietress for her help, drove carefully back up the way I had come, and found the wedding venue that I had somehow overlooked in my nervousness and frustration. This looks like a great place to go if you're into picking apples in a pristine rural setting. The sit-down menu looks tempting, and the pies and baked goods (baked by Diana) look scrumptious. Obviously, my experience with them, so far, has been very limited, but I would like to correct that in the future and avail myself of at least some of the many things they have to offer. Seems like a perfect destination for solitary travelers like me, couples, student groups, families. Don't bring Fido, though. Only "trained service animals" allowed.

Great deli and store. Breakfast omelettes and sandwiches are very good. Large deli meat…read moresandwiches with quality ingredients. All staff are very friendly and knowledgeable about their orchards. We always look forward to either getting a bite to eat or picking apples in the fall

First time visiting, and it definitely won't be my last! As…read morea California native, I'm always on the lookout for Mexican restaurants that can deliver on both flavor and authenticity. This place hit the mark perfectly. I ordered the Chicken Mole Tacos, and they were outstanding. The mole sauce was rich and flavorful, and the chicken was tender and juicy. The tacos came with a side of rice and beans, both cooked to perfection. My boyfriend tried the Chicken Flautas, which were just as delicious. The salsa verde on top really brought all the flavors together in the best way. We also had Arnold Palmer drinks, which were refreshing and well-balanced. To top it all off, we shared their flan--easily one of the best I've had at any Mexican restaurant. This place is definitely a hidden gem, and I'll be coming back regularly!

I'm mixed feelings about this place. Start with the positives: very good customer service and the…read morefood is edible but not amazing. They seem to have good specials. And now to the negatives: Last time I ordered 4 street corn and the total came to $27!!!! $6 per cob of corn and some seasoning seems extra expensive to me for Pine Island. Probably cost them 75¢ each to make. I have left there before feeling like their prices are almost double what they should be. Place was empty on a Saturday at lunch. I definitely will not be going back. So many better Mexican restaurants around Middletown Warwick area that you won't leave feeling ripped off!

Convenient location in the area to pick up any essentials or enjoy a quick cup of coffee while…read morelooking out at the water. Workers seemed friendly enough. PS- Also liked the fact that I could pick up some beer here at 9am. Sometimes it's just one of those days!

We've been coming to "Ken's" Lake Wanda Store since it was "Larry's" Lake Wanda Store; In other…read morewords ... for decades. We've never had a bad experience. Occasionally, a friend and I treat ourselves coffee and tea, and some baked goods while we chat and enjoy looking at the lake. So relaxing. The staff has been very helpful and friendly to me. I like the pizza, and they always have a nice choice of baked goods. As for price, I don't mind. I like the convenience and I do my weekly shopping elsewhere. As far as I'm concerned, Lake Wanda Store - FOREVER!