30 Best Cafes near Elsmere

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“Administrative details - While you usually must make a reservation a year in advance (which I did), there are a very few earlier spots available on their website. In addition, if you are on the email list, they send the occasional last-minute availability. Talula’s is BYOB. The price was $125 and with all the other things, taxes, gratuities, it came to $160. The Nook Table is available for 6-8 diners and the Farm Table is for larger parties. Website link is below. Everything is presented in “tasting” small portions. In addition to the menu, they provided a couple of additional offerings. I did not do a good job of capturing the delightful descriptions of the food provided by our server. (The next time I go, I will video the descriptions if they allow.) The group did a great job of bringing wine which was beautifully poured in appropriate glassware by our server. The server also paired the wine with the offerings for us! The service was exceptional without being pretentious. After each tasting, plates, utensils and glasses were cleared and refurbished so discreetly that you hardly noticed. The menu changes with the “farm to table” availability. My favorite was a squash tarte. [I was delighted to find that I did not like the foie gras. It is “made” in a most inhumane and horrible way. This is the only time I have eaten it and I will never eat it again.] I was sorry to find that by the Black Garlic Beef Ribeye (#6 on the list), I was getting to the point of “too much food.” The only downsides were “too much food” for most of us and the wines they suggested for the pairings were hard/impossible to find. I personally did not like the varieties of wines they suggested for pairings. The rest of the party enjoyed the comparable wines they were able to find and allowed the server to pair with the tastings. I will be making a reservation for next year very soon. I have already made a reservation for the “sister” Talula’s Garden in Philly for September.“

“Great coffeeshop to meet locals. Excellent coffee plus the best "Bishops Avocado Toast" with two fired eggs on top is fantastic.“

“We went here yesterday for the first time as part of our AmazingCo Mystery Picnic date. seemed like a popular place. We were given a GF chicken wrap for me, a falafel bowl for my husband, a hummus plate to share, a cinnamon scone for my husband and two drinks. I had no idea what to expect, we don't live in the area. The food was AMAZING!!! I honestly couldn't believe how good it was! The GF chicken wrap... delicious!! the hummus tray...who knew hummus could taste so good!! they went above my expectations. I normally feel like I'm getting the bare minimum when I go out for food since I cannot have gluten or dairy. this was certainly not the case. the ONLY downside was the wait for the food was kind of long but it was Soo worth it!!! I'm ready to take the 50 min drive to go back today haha definitely have added it to my favorite food places where I can enjoy DF GF. highly highly recommend!!“

“Though some things have changed at the Cafe' since our last visit, the food is still the same high quality, and the atmosphere can't be equaled anywhere. Many items that used to be available on the steam tables are now pre-packaged, so service is faster and more hygienic. In particular, the mushroom soup and other hot items are kept at the ideal serving temperature, which I really liked. This isn't McDonald's though, so don't expect fast food pricing. You pay for the convenience and the setting, which are well worth it, since you don't have to leave the Gardens to eat. It's best to think of the Cafe' as a snack break, instead of a meal, because there are many fine restaurants nearby for later.“

“My wife and I finally were able to try out this quaint charmer. We ordered French toast and an omelet plus coffee. Everything about this place was inviting. Live music good food and ambiance has that cafe feel. Definitely coming back to try more of the menu.“

“Beautiful location, great coffee and pasties. Very unique and interesting. Highly recommend! It’s worth a a special trip here just to se inside! Try the Kyoto Cold Brew and strawberry rhubarb scone! So good!!“

“What a sweet place. Service was outstanding, vibe was great. Food was super delicious. Variety was great and presentation was beautiful. Prices great too. Can’t ask for more on a slightly hungover day after an Eagles game! Yummy lox bagel and eggs Benedict!“

“It’s an adorable little gem in the heart of Trolley. Came in for Bubble Tea and left w a delicious Well Being sandwich. The place is above and beyond my expectations. The food is SO fresh and can’t wait to try more items.

Vegetarian options: Well being sandwich“

“I had the best Cuban sandwich! I found out they use their own marinated pork, instead of ham. Puts the generic versions offered by chain restaurants to shame!“

“Amazing food and super friendly staff. Great Full Breakfast and tea!“

“Went for lunch with my son. We ate on the patio. It was cozy, quaint. Beautiful weather made it even more enjoyable. The food options were great; different from the same old same old. The waitress was busy but brought our drinks and food in a timely manner. Can’t wait to go back.“

“Been here a few times and never had a bad experience. Everyone there is super nice and the food is great and very well priced. It gives me a feeling of a family owned business when I go there and the vibes are great. Highly recommend.

Dietary restrictions: They offer plenty of gluten free and veg options“

“Newtown is a historic, colonial town, and is very quaint and charming. Within, the Mercury Cafe is a gym with delicious comfort food and great coffee. While it’s vegetarian, many of the dishes can be prepared vegan. The BBQ pulled oats sandwich, pastrami panini, grilled cheese and tomato soup were all so good and comforting. Definitely worth stopping by if you’re in the area!“

“Excellent coffee.“

“These folks never disappoint! Had a proper tea party this weekend for our mom's birthday catered from here. Everything was great! Food was prepared on time and packaged for travel back to the house. Everyone enjoyed. Staff is great and very accommodating.“

“Can’t praise this place enough!! Their delicious food, kind and accommodating staff, everything was out standing and so yummy. Coffee was made exactly to my liking and tasted perfect.“

“Their sandwiches and coffee are so good! I recommend turkey brie sandwich. Nice interior and relaxing atmosphere“

“Staff is killing it during this pandemic! My only complaint is that there wasn't a lot of cinnamon on my cinnamon crunch bagel. Only a dusting 😔 but it was still good!“

“Amazing place! Nice service, tasty and fresh pastry and delicious dessert! Almond croissant was so good , as scones and turnovers too. Highly recommend!“

“So I give it 5 stars for the people because the people who work there are really nice, always get my food on time delivered and I know they cant really can control how the food tastes that’s more of a corporate thing

As for my review on the food I personally like the ceaser salad but I would get it with spring greens instead of the lettuce because the lettuce is always way too unripe( which isn’t their fault its corporate)

The seasonal butternut squash soup is way to sweet, it tastes more like a dessert rather then a soup, like if it was in cookie form it would be a perfectly good cookie, but I don’t want my soups to taste like a cookie

I like the cheddar broccoli soup, just always have to get the small one since it’s pretty heavy.

Bread is always good, I like the bread, nice and fun to dip in the soup.

Baked potato soup is eh, I mean it really dosnt have a lot going for it I would just rather eat a baked potato.

I don’t know why they got rid of the south west ceaser salad but that was really good, probably it was seasonal but I personally prefer it. Solid salad

Drinks are pretty good, very solid. Personally like to sip on through my day.

Overall it’s solid I havnt gotten anything rotten or spoiled it’s just if you like Panera the staff is friendly so it’s a good Panera to stop at“

“Stopped in for the first time… had time to kill before heading to Yarn & Bone in the same shopping center. IT WAS AMAZING. The coffee was fresh and delicious (coming from someone that drinks it black… iykyk). I got the Eggs Benedict on the Cheddar Biscuit and I would drive up from Dover just to eat that again 😂😍. We have adoption events once a month in their neighboring store, and this is going to be a monthly breakfast stop moving forward!“

“Delicious meal, great drinks and the waitress was awesome.“

“There's not many places in the area for a good breakfast where it's not crowded.
I stopped in today and ordered a bacon, egg and cheese on buttered toast and it was perfect.
The service is friendly from the former sub shop owner on Cleveland Avenue auto row. I think it was called Olympic steak shop.
I always enjoy their food at Delmar Cafe and plenty of seating.“

“One of my favorite stops! I have loved everything I’ve ordered but my favorites are their speciality lattes or the chai tea latte. It has a super chill environment and is a nice break in my day. Highly recommend❤️“

“Love this place. Lovey atmosphere with tasty food and delicious chai tea.“

“We’re frequent customers at the Montvale, New Jersey, store, but this was our first visit to the Christiana (Delaware) First Watch. Spectacular food and spectacular hospitality from our server, Vanessa! I always get the ‘Traditional’ breakfast and a blueberry pancake. So yummy! My wife loved her ‘Farmhouse Skillet Scramble’! Hope we see you and your friends again, Vanessa! - Jim & Laurel Lambert“

“Bet. Plus that curly headed blonde is a 10/10. Would bang for an Island Green.“

“Best burger and caesar salad in the state.“