All the categories the Corner excels in: food (taste, portions, and presentation), service (friendly and super punctual staff), and atmosphere (cozy with a ton of natural lighting on the inside and a nice open view of the outside). The food ingredients are obviously fresh and the kitchen knows what they're doing. I was stuffed and absolutely satisfied by the end of this meal. The Corner honestly has no setbacks. This is a must-have breakfast/ brunch experience. 10/10 read more

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Amazing food! Welcoming service and cute and cozy spot. Yes, there's a wait but it's worth it. The host (Jeff I think) is nice and always accommodating! The front of house staff are always so quick and kind. The food is too notch- as a breakfast/brunch spot but also as a restaurant in general. It's probably my favorite in the area, I wish they did dinner- I can't imagine how tasty it would be. (So this a compliment to the cooks/chef as well!) My partner and I have been here about eight times since we first came here a few months ago and we hope to become regulars!! P.S. their fresh scones, JUICES, baked goods, compote etc.... Are WORTH IT. So fresh snd fabulous. read more

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I really wanted to give this place a higher rating. The atmosphere is 12 out of 10 and the service was excellent, but the food was disappointing. I ordered some baked goods, the brisket tacos, and the vegetable hash, both of the meals off the Daily Things menu and I think I probably should have just ordered off the regular menu. The only thing I really enjoyed flavor wise was the Afghan Chai, which was delicious. Let's break it down: Of the baked goods, we got a blueberry scone, a biscuit and chocolate croissant. Presentation was excellent and they served the baked goods warm which got me very excited, but they were just okay. The biscuit was dry and the scone lacked flavor, out of the three, the chocolate croissant stood out. For the meals, the vegetable hash was essentially chopped vegetables burnt which I don't mind, but I got a single brussels sprout and a small piece of cauliflower, and it was mostly beets and zucchini. I feel like it was not balance in terms of which vegetables you got served. It also lacked flavor and really was not worth the money. I even took the leftovers home with me and it made my car stink. The brisket tacos were actually good, but not great. The flavor was good, but two tacos for the price and flavor wasn't enough for me to consider ordering it again. I want to give the Corner another chance as the pancakes and grilled cheese looked good and I would go back because the atmosphere was really nice and so was the service, but to be quite honest, the food left me disappointed especially since the presentation was excellent. I should note that I also got the mulled apple cider also in the Daily Menu to go, and it tasted like perfume. I threw it out which is sad because I loved mulled apple cider and the drink didn't even taste like it. I am going to give them the benefit of the doubt and just think I ordered the wrong things off the daily menu. I would go back and try other things and maybe it'll be better. Disappointing because they have such nice reviews. read more

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Everything was great but the size and seating should be something that is considered for the future. We got different coffee and types of food and it was all wonderful! Again just wish it was bigger inside and more seating options (also not directly next to strangers at the same table) read more

The Corner - Prosciutto toast - Cafes Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Since we heard the cafe is super crowded weekends, we arrived 15 min. Before it opened. Luckily, we could find a parking spot right in front of the cafe. As soon as the cafe opened, tables were filled. Food was very good Coffee as well. Although we tried breakfast dishes, we will try their home baking pastries, which everything looked yummy, next time read more

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My friend and I came for brunch a few weeks ago and the food was absolutely amazing! You can't make a reservation ahead of time so we had to wait but it was not bad at all! Our server was great and the food came out quickly. The space is a little small but works if you're with a small group. read more

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Easily one of my favorite breakfast spots in New Jersey! The coffee is always great as well as the fresh juices. They always have great menu staples as well as the specials! I was craving something savory and sweet and got the pancakes as well as eggs and bacon. Seating can be limited so make sure you get there early or are prepared to wait a little bit. However, I can guarantee that it's worth the wait. When the weather is nice outside, it can be beautiful to sit on the picnic tables. The staff is always lovely and makes great recommendations. read more

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For a cafe this place is great. The food here is very natural and fresh, you can taste its goodness. They have natural juices with vegetables and they are a must. I had the sunset which has carrots, oranges and apples (I asked for some pineapple as well) and it was sooo refreshing. I had their croissant and it was flaky on the outside and nice and soft on the inside. It comes with a sweet raspberry jam but you can eat the croissant all by itself it's that good. As my entree I tried the baked eggs and it's their take on huevos rancheros and all I left was the crumbs. The only downside of this place is the wait. You do need to wait a while before getting seated but it's worth the wait, the place is also small so you may feel crammed. read more

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Pretty nice spot in Montclair great for a quick bite on the weekends. It's very intimate so be prepared to squeeze in to your tables or hear people's conversations lol. The food is decent will probably try something else next time I stop by. read more

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If you want to wait 45min to be seated outside on an uncomfortable bench and served cold food, only to be rushed off of your table immediately after you finish eating then this is your spot. Don't get me wrong the food is good but they literally have gotten everything else wrong. We don't get to go out often but when we do, nothing is more frustrating than being rushed out of restaurant that you paid good money to eat at. The servers literally stalk you until you feel compelled to leave. It is a popular spot but they won't take reservations in advance so you have to wait for a table pretty much every time. We tried it a few times (just to give it a fair shot) and it's been the same thing. It's really a shame because like I said the food is good but the customer experience is terrible and that's the honest truth. read more

A MUST TRY! Now, I will admit, this place is a hole in the wall and I probably would have never thought to stop here if I didn't do some research. But it was definitely worth it. We had a short 30 minute wait, but it was super convenient that they text you when your table is ready rather than you having to wait there. Everything was absolutely amazing! Our servers were great and our food came out super quick. While we waited, we tried some of their pastries. Their biscuits in particular were to die for! They come in a variety of flavors. We got a bunch of different entrees to try a little bit of everything. Every was delicious. However, their pancakes definitely take the prize! They were so fluffy and the fruit syrup they come in is delicious! The atmosphere is also pretty cool, as it feels super homey! Like I said, this is definitely a must visit! read more

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This is my second time visiting the corner, and keep coming back for the shoestring fries. This spot is the perfect place for a brunch, and I believe the outdoor dining is now open. I choose indoor dining because it was a bit cooler however I did find the music to be a bit loud. The interior is very nicely decorated and have super cute neon signs. For food, I ordered the Corner burger which came with the shoestring fries. The burger was delicious and cooked perfectly. For drink, I got the strawberry rosemary. My boyfriend got the pulled bbq chicken sandwich with grapefruit thyme. We enjoyed everything that we ordered and opted out of dessert because the burgers were so filling. The price is definitely decent for the amount of food and they offer a different variety of coffee drinks. read more

The Corner - The corner burger with shoestring fries - Cafes Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

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Food and service was great! Coffee was also delicious! Will visit again if in the area.

Tried this place for a late lunch/ dinner. I got the pulled chicken sandwhich. It was so delicious and great portion comes with house chips. The staff was so inviting and friendly. I also got a mulled apple cider which I love. Would definitely come back. read more

The Corner - Cafes Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

I came here with a friend on a Sunday afternoon and the experience was amazing. There was a 20-minute wait around 1:30 pm, which wasn't too bad. The staff was very friendly and super accomodating to all our needs. We both ordered the Baked Eggs, and we loved it! It comes on a very hot plate with a crispy tortilla layered with black beans, tomato, egg, and avocado. We requested hot sauce on the side, which did add a bit more flavor to the dish. It was delicious, and I would highly recommend this dish to everyone! I also ordered a Pumpkin Pie Latte which was amazing as well. I'm not a huge coffee fan (since I like my drinks sweet haha), so I did have to add a bit of sugar to my latte. However, it was delicious nonetheless, and I also recommend this beverage. Overall, both my friend and I enjoyed our time here! I would highly recommend anyone who is in the Montclair area to visit! read more

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Just want to update this review as we had a very nice brunch today! Seating was still limited due to covid but the staff were busy this sunday morning and everybody was hustling and bustling. You could see the hardwork each of these staff are doing and we still got our orders coming out perfect! I had the Sunrise juice and it had a nice balanced blend of orange, apple and carrots. Delicious! I liked that it wasnt iced meaning I was drinking 100% juice. My omelette came out wonderful as well with mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes and cheddar. The side of sourdough was perfectly toasted and smothered with butter and jelly. And lastly my husbands order of Crispy fried chicken with corn bread was one of the most tastiest ive ever had. Dip it chipotle aioli and it was just amazing! We were so happy with our visit today. And oh, they still have that heated toilet seat! Hahah such a cozy place even 3 years after we've last visited. read more

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Can I just say how I love this place? I love the staff...so nice, so kind and so witty. Even when they get my order wrong (the manager), they still kill it! They joke about it and I'm okay with a wrong order. The manager keeps the operations tight and I get it, micromanaging makes one feel in control. It's cool but remember, nothing and no one is perfect. Hence my wrong order. Hehehe. Anyway, everything I eat here is to live for. Fresh, fresh and delicious. Oh and you can't leave without having a vanilla or chocolate cream puff. Otherwise, you will just have to come back and then you realize what you missed. Just the other day, I was so mesmerized by the cream and the puff, that I forgot to take my oatmilk latte from the counter and when I got home, my heart cracked in half. I know. It was heard all over the world! read more

So my crew has been raving about this place non-stop for months now. It's like ENOUGH ALREADY. I'll go to the fn corner just to shut them up. A few observations: - the music was AMAZING. Flowers to whoever's playlist that was. 90's hip-hop hidden gems. Total eargasm - the waitress definitely judged me for not liking pumpkin - get the chocolate chip cookie as soon as you sit. DO NOT WAIT. If you try and order this after your meal, most likely they'll be gone - fries were spectacular. Not the reg fries, they had them lil stringy joints. Major drool alert I had the BBQ chicken sandwich and it hit the spot. Wish I would've remembered to hold the slaw but that was totally my bad. Would come back and try some of the other tasty options on the menu read more

The Corner - BBQ Chicken Sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

What a treat. The corner is what brunch dreams are made of. Came here on a Thursday morning and for 3 people it was about a ten minute wait. It went by super quick, we even took some pictures outside by their super cute outdoor wall mural. Once seated we got our drinks. I got a delicious cappuccino with a beautiful foam heart! We scanned the menu on our phones and got to looking. We all decided on different things, I got the burrata and prosciutto toast. So good! Delicate toasted bread, which I believe had a little sweet tang to it. Huge pieces of burrata, which was so fresh and tasty. Then comes the grilled radicchio and grilled strawberries! All topped with a small amount of jam and prosciutto!! Oh, it was beyond delicious. I was torn between this and the baked eggs but I'm so happy I got this. My friends got the bbq chicken sandwich with chips and the omelette with fruit and a side salad. I believe my one friend also got a side of chicken apple sausage which looked great. Everyone was so full and happy but of course I saw that they had fresh cookies out at noon so I got one too. Homemade huge chocolate chip cookies. Yum, we cut it three ways and had ourselves a little dessert. The staff was above and beyond. They were always so attentive, wether it was refilling my water or taking away a dirty plate. Everything was completely on point. I will definitely be back! read more

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Sixth time is a charm! But sadly, wasn't a charm. I see we are the minority that we didn't love this place. It took us six visits to finally get a seat here, over a year, that didn't have an hour to two hour wait. We found if you go before 9:30am your shot at getting a seat is pretty good. We see why there is an appeal and all the raving reviews; upscale modern breakfast menu, fresh pressed juices, creative specials, cute neighborhood digs, but we didn't think The Corner was that impressive and here's why... 1. Almost Everything is ala cart and small. $14 omelette plus and extra $5 for a side and $3 if you want toast. We are NOT and I repeat not cheap people and will pay for a good meal but $28-30 if you want a full hearty breakfast, an omelette, potatoes, bacon and maybe toast. That's outrageous! 2. Sides come out first, there is no negotiating that, so if you want to eat your potatoes or bacon with your meal, consider them cold once your food arrives. Ours was. 3. Food was just not memorable, we found it very regular in comparison to a traditional diner ! Sorry not sorry. Our breakfast potatoes were fridge temp cold, not room temp, I mean really cold and so overcooked - nearly dry inside. We didn't enjoy them. The bacon was a thick cut, looked quality, but the taste was just not there for me. I took one bite and no! I had an omelette, again nothing special. My husband had the pulled pork Benedict special. We also ordered prosciutto and ricotta that we didn't finish, two fresh pressed juices that were good but I guess you can't go wrong there. We won't be back and will save this place for the regulars. $95 that just wasn't worth it for an overhyped and underwhelming breakfast meal. read more

My friend and I stopped by the corner on a Saturday around 1pm. It was pretty packed, as we expected but the wait for 2 was only 15 minutes. Ambiance: This is a really cozy hipster cafe with delicious fresh squeezed juices, pastries, and your typical breakfast and brunch options. It's small space and very busy, but the staff do a great job of making a small space still feel comfortable. Food: One of the special sides of the day was roasted potatoes with salsa verde which I saw on another customers plate and had to order and split with a friend. The roasted potatoes were essentially home fries with Cajun seasoning and the "salsa" served on the side was more of a light creamy green sauce than what I typically think of as salsa - but both were very good. I ordered the Smoked Salmon Toast which came with avocado and tomato. It was ok but not my favorite; there was nothing wrong with the meal but I felt the toast was a little too crunchy for my liking and my toast came loaded with avocado which I didn't really care for. My friend ordered the farm eggs which comes with your choice of 2 eggs, house smoked bacon, whole grain toast with berry jam and a small side salad and fruit. She said her eggs tasted very fresh and she enjoyed the berry jam with her toast also. We also split the Fresh Berry which were amazing. You get 4 that are about an inch thick. They are light fluffy inside and buttery and crispy on the outside. Some of my pancakes had blueberries, but they all came topped with whipped cream and strawberries and blueberries and were sitting in a pool of maple syrup. Drinks: My friend and I both ordered the Bounce Back juice which was very sweet and refreshing but there is a strong grapefruit flavor - so if you're not a grapefruit fan I wouldn't get this. read more

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Great Corner restaurant!!! The food was executed with a lot of care. Food was delicious and very fresh. Every bite was experience! You can't beat freshly made here. I ordered avocado toast trio and a Belgian hot chocolate w/ marshmallow. Never seen a marshmallow this big. It was so delicious, creamy, rich, and smooth. I would highly recommend eating here. Definitely worth the wait. Stephanie was very friendly and not rushing us out. I can't wait to come back!! read more

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COVID report: Returned in late January and ordered takeout for brunch. It was super packed with people inside, which is not for me in this current day in age (I'm not sure if NJ is at 100% capacity for indoor dining at the moment, but it was definitely that full), but like I said I was getting takeout, so anyway, not a big deal. Takeout process was easy; I checked in with an iPad-wielding gentleman and he brought it out to the car when it was ready. Servers were all wearing masks. The food: Burger with shoestring fries was excellent, and the pancakes were great. Also really liked the sunrise juice. Also got a bunch of pastries, which were hit or miss this time. Koign-amann was excellent but the banana bread and chocolate croissants were all eh. read more

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Had high hopes for this place but it was a letdown. Nothing went wrong and I had a great meal but it wasn't extraordinary which I've heard raving things about this place so was surprised. FOOD - yumm delicious. I got the Pancakes with berries and apricot. The presentation was lacking, it looked like a diner plate (I love diner meals but was expecting Instaworthy pics at this place). The pancakes are thicker than your standard pancake which I like. Under the pancakes is a pool of syrup and few apricots soaked in the syrup. Atop the pancakes is some berries and whip cream. It was super sweet overall. Only had half, big portion. SERVICE - A OK. Went on a Saturday afternoon, the wait for outside seating was 25 minutes. Waiter/tress was super friendly and helpful with menu questions. Food and coffee came out somer quick. COVID - (. I sat outside so can only speak to outside dining). they sanitize the tables between customers. Tables were spaced out. The menu is a QR code sticker on the table, just scan with your phone camera and a pop up directing you to the menu online shows up on your screen. Staff is wearing masks. To pay the bill is all virtual they come with a device and you swipe your card. Love it. Overall would I come back maybe for a small bite if there was no wait. Nothing bad about this place but I prefer places that wow me. read more

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Best brunch place in Montclair. The pancakes are the must-try item. I also love their ham and cheese croissant, which is especially a good option if you want something to-go. Their fresh, green juices are also a favorite. They use incredibly fresh vegetables for all their dishes. The service is also great. There is almost always a wait (because it's pretty much the most popular brunch spot in Montclair), and post-COVID, they don't take reservations or let you call ahead, or call you after you've put your name down (which means you have to wait in the heat, and often sit in the heat. So plan ahead, it's worth it. read more

The Corner - Berry pancakes are the must-try menu item - Cafes Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

The Corner is no joke. Incredible breakfast and brunch nutrients galore! The 'Breakfast Sandwich' is phenomenal. One of my phavorites! It comes on a Brobdingnagian biscuit that is incredibly delicious. Another phavorite of mine and my son's is the 'Baked Eggs.' So good. Every single item served here is top notch. Shout out to the owner 'Jeff' and my dude 'Ariel.' The entire team at The Corner is awesome. My name is Ciphurphace and I approve this message. read more

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So it's my birthday weekend and my girlfriend wanted to do Sunday brunch... We did a little bit of research and came up with The Corner.... We started with some coffee and shared a perfectly warm croissant while waiting for a table.. Once seated, we ordered some fresh OJ. We ordered the fries with ketchup and aioli sauce on the side. Cooked to perfection, crispy and flavorful. I ordered the eggs benedict over brisket and corn bread and she ordered and omelet with her favorite fixings... nothing disappointed. The staff, Jeff, Ariel, and Manny were attentive and provided a warm welcome and service with a smile. They had some nice music playing and it was a great vibe all around. It was a small and quaint place. There was street parking. read more

The Corner - French fries, eggs benedict over brisket and corn bread. - Cafes Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Coming in on a Saturday morning, my friend and I didn't expect for a short wait and the wait ended up being 40 minutes. While the wait was long, they let us know that we could order drinks ahead at the coffee bar and there was a nice ambiance outside so it wasn't all too bad. My go-to is definitely the pastry board (comes with three assorted fresh pastries) and the pancakes! For those who are craving something sweet and don't know what to order, the pastry board offers a variety of sweets that are super delicious and filling. The pancakes are equally as fluffy and delicious! read more

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Came to the corner a handful of times when they first opened and loved it. So I'm RELIEVED to come years later and see that they are not just as good but perhaps even better! Staff is friendly, attentive, nd fast paced: perfect. Food is DELICIOUS with something on the menu that anyone can order. Want something small? They have some pastries with jam, toast with topping options, or a piece of quiche. You want a more traditional breakfast? Get your omelette with a side of bread. You want something totally left field but still ~breakfast~? Oh yeah they have a pulled eggs Benedict or bbq braised rib on top of corn bread with an egg on top. No surprise that they almost always have a wait during brunching hours. And I guess that's their only downfall: they have a reasonable wait. But I get why read more

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I can't believe I have not reviewed the Corner yet! This place has never failed to please me and I've just about tried every single option on the menu. What truly amazed me this past weekend was, though late, the food was still amazing even though being delivered! My only issue here is the size of the location and usual wait time on the weekends, which is only to be expected with a place that puts out food of this caliber. Even the staff, although they are always busy and serve really good food, they never let it show, are extremely nice and never seem to be the annoying, nose in the air type that tend to work at higher end type places like this... One of my all time favorite brunch spots in the area! read more

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Went for weekday lunch, beautiful spring day so we were nicely sat outside. Lucky enough to get parking right in front also! Started with drinks - matcha lemonade and grapefruit thyme house made soda. Both were flavorful but not too sweet and refreshing! The roasted onion dip I woulda licked the bowl if I could have and the chips were crispy, light, not oily. Husband loved the chicken chowder special and fish tacos. Street corn special was usual. Shrimp farro bowl special was delicious, fresh, and perfect for lunch! Can't wait to come back for brunch! read more

The Corner - Matcha lemonade and grapefruit thyme - Cafes Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

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What a great random find! We each had a delicious burger and the shoe string fries (a personal favorite) came out crunchy and yummy.

Best bbq chix sandwich I've ever had. Fast and speedy even though was lots of people there

Came here with a friend for brunch. Ordered the breakfast pastry platter and the pancakes. The platter was unexpectedly filling (and very delicious) so I didn't have much of the pancakes before packing them up to go. The pancakes were very sweet, a little too sweet in my opinion. They were more like cake, if you ask me. However, I really enjoyed their pastries. The biscuits and scone were my favorites. I also tried their strawberry rosemary soda, which was great! I'd definitely recommend going to The Corner! :) read more

The Corner - breakfast pastry platter and strawberry rosemary soda - Cafes Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Delicious food, yummy coffee/cappucino and excellent services. My hubby's favorite breakfast place. Definitely recommend.

Lovely and cute cafe. Came here for breakfast on a Friday morning and it quickly filled up around 9am. The service was absolutely great; friendly and attentive staff. Coffee and food was solid. Would definitely return. read more

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I was looking for souffle pancakes, but there aren't really any places in New Jersey that serve them. However, I came across this place on some website, so my bf and I decided to drive out and give them a go. The pancakes were incredible- so fluffy, delicious, and filling! They're also impressively thick! They may be the best pancakes I've ever had in my life. read more

The Corner - Berry pancakes - Cafes Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

20 minute wait time on a rainy sunday morning around 10am for a walk-in party of 3. lucky me because i'm heavily pregnant and really wanted to try this place without waiting an hour. great, attentive service that were on top of things without making us feel rushed. loved the decor and vibe, but can see how they get packed very quickly (the restaurant is very small). food was great! best pancakes I've had in a while. highly recommend! read more

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Been here twice for brunch and the food here is impressive. My first visit I had the Pompei (oozy chocolate center) Fresh Berry pancakes. These are super fluffy, 3 to an order and very delicious. I have never had a pancake this fluffy. 2nd visit, I had a breakfast burrito special. Excellente! Eggs were very fluffy as well, and it was so nicely put together - with guacamole, and other fillings. What impresses me about this place is that even in this small space ( and kitchen looks small too), the quality of the food is excellent. They were very busy and it is a small space. We went once on a Sunday and waited about 30 min to get seated then again on a Wed around 11am and did not have to wait but we did see people waiting while we were eating. Service has been excellent both visits. read more

Best brunch and breakfast. Worth the wait on line Only problem I have is they start cleaning your table off as soon as they see someone is done. Don't like the bums rush read more