I ordered the avocado toast, which came without the sprouts. Not sure if they were out of them, but no one mentioned it, and I didn’t bother saying anything because I was already frustrated with the service. The food itself was good the smoked salmon on the side was a nice touch but the service was atrocious.
There was only one person cooking, and the waitress seemed overwhelmed and disorganized, wandering around stressed out over the smallest things. Despite asking multiple times, she still got my eggs wrong. We waited 45 minutes for our breakfast, which is excessive considering the basic nature of the meal.
Seating is also an issue. The pictures make it look like there’s plenty of charming outdoor space, but in reality, there are very few outdoor tables. If those are taken, you’re stuck eating inside, where the vibe is nothing special. It got so busy that they stopped serving breakfast at 11. When two people walked in asking for a table, the waitress looked like she was about to have a meltdown.
The outdoor area is beautiful that’s the one highlight but overall, the experience didn’t match the expectations. Definitely not worth the wait or the stress
Deanna Westendorf
This is my happy place! From delicious food to beautiful, unique gifts, gorgeous hearty greenhouse plants, and all things health and wellness: you will find it all here! 💖
john kotlowski
We went to Calgo Gardens for a gardening workshop which was very informative and fun. Afterwards we went into the cafe' for an early lunch. We loved the rustic atmosphere. The staff was very nice and food was excellent. See you again soon John & Roxanne
Patricia Acquavella
A great cozy Cafe with excellent food, superb waitstaff, and coffee to die for!!!
Olivia Bideaux
Recently moved & was looking for places to eat near me. I had no idea how cool Calgo gardens is that this cafe is attached to. After shopping around the store & gardens for an hour I came here to eat & was too late for breakfast but they let me order it anyway & all of the food we ordered was delicious & our waitress was so sweet. The atmosphere is so warm & quaint rustic barn house vibes with a lot of the small business local artist fair trade art which is so cool. Definitely one of my new favorite places in monmouth county now!
Jeri A
A funky and cute little cafe on the property of Calgo Gardens! A great place for breakfast and lunch. We had an egg sandwich and egg salad sandwich! Everything very fresh!
Melissa Campbell
Went here on Sunday for a baby shower and it was fantastic. The food, the ambiance, was great! Would totally recommend. I had a tomato stuffed with chicken. I have been thinking about it ever since because it was soooo good.
Mike Carta
A must try. The food is limited. It's very clean. Beautiful people. You must try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
HR
I love this place wish I lived closer.Chef Heidi's food is amazing and always fresh and the grounds are beautiful.Lovely staff as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sabah J
This café is an absolute vibe! One of the cutest spots I've discovered in Jersey, it combines charm with a welcoming atmosphere. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, making the experience even more enjoyable.
I tried the chicken salad sandwich, which was fresh and flavorful. The mocha chip muffin was equally delightful.
As an added bonus, there’s a boutique store to browse through, making it a great place to spend an afternoon. This café is a hidden gem, and I can’t wait to come back!
Very relaxing..nice atmosphere..just a little pricey for a sandwich cause the sides are very small..but all homemade so worth it for a quiet lunch in a large garden with waterfalls and everything is for sale..i would recommend it in a springg or fall day
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Egg Salad Sandwich, Shrimp Salad Sandwich with Red Beets and Cole Slaw
Adriana SG
A hidden gem!!!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Salad Sandwich with Red Beets and Cole Slaw
A. Silva
A hidden gem!!!!!!
Jinny
A magical little spot tucked in Calgo farms. Def recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rich Christensen
A beautiful place where you immediately feel at home. The menu is creative, and delicious. Kudos to Heidi and staff !
I ordered the avocado toast, which came without the sprouts. Not sure if they were out of them, but no one mentioned it, and I didn’t bother saying anything because I was already frustrated with the service. The food itself was good the smoked salmon on the side was a nice touch but the service was atrocious.
There was only one person cooking, and the waitress seemed overwhelmed and disorganized, wandering around stressed out over the smallest things. Despite asking multiple times, she still got my eggs wrong. We waited 45 minutes for our breakfast, which is excessive considering the basic nature of the meal.
Seating is also an issue. The pictures make it look like there’s plenty of charming outdoor space, but in reality, there are very few outdoor tables. If those are taken, you’re stuck eating inside, where the vibe is nothing special. It got so busy that they stopped serving breakfast at 11. When two people walked in asking for a table, the waitress looked like she was about to have a meltdown.
The outdoor area is beautiful that’s the one highlight but overall, the experience didn’t match the expectations. Definitely not worth the wait or the stress
This is my happy place! From delicious food to beautiful, unique gifts, gorgeous hearty greenhouse plants, and all things health and wellness: you will find it all here! 💖
We went to Calgo Gardens for a gardening workshop which was very informative and fun. Afterwards we went into the cafe' for an early lunch. We loved the rustic atmosphere. The staff was very nice and food was excellent.
See you again soon
John & Roxanne
A great cozy Cafe with excellent food, superb waitstaff, and coffee to die for!!!
Recently moved & was looking for places to eat near me. I had no idea how cool Calgo gardens is that this cafe is attached to. After shopping around the store & gardens for an hour I came here to eat & was too late for breakfast but they let me order it anyway & all of the food we ordered was delicious & our waitress was so sweet. The atmosphere is so warm & quaint rustic barn house vibes with a lot of the small business local artist fair trade art which is so cool. Definitely one of my new favorite places in monmouth county now!
A funky and cute little cafe on the property of Calgo Gardens! A great place for breakfast and lunch. We had an egg sandwich and egg salad sandwich! Everything very fresh!
Went here on Sunday for a baby shower and it was fantastic. The food, the ambiance, was great! Would totally recommend. I had a tomato stuffed with chicken. I have been thinking about it ever since because it was soooo good.
A must try. The food is limited. It's very clean. Beautiful people. You must try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
I love this place wish I lived closer.Chef Heidi's food is amazing and always fresh and the grounds are beautiful.Lovely staff as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This café is an absolute vibe! One of the cutest spots I've discovered in Jersey, it combines charm with a welcoming atmosphere. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, making the experience even more enjoyable.
I tried the chicken salad sandwich, which was fresh and flavorful. The mocha chip muffin was equally delightful.
As an added bonus, there’s a boutique store to browse through, making it a great place to spend an afternoon. This café is a hidden gem, and I can’t wait to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Waldorf Chicken Salad
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Very relaxing..nice atmosphere..just a little pricey for a sandwich cause the sides are very small..but all homemade so worth it for a quiet lunch in a large garden with waterfalls and everything is for sale..i would recommend it in a springg or fall day
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Egg Salad Sandwich, Shrimp Salad Sandwich with Red Beets and Cole Slaw
A hidden gem!!!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Salad Sandwich with Red Beets and Cole Slaw
A hidden gem!!!!!!
A magical little spot tucked in Calgo farms. Def recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A beautiful place where you immediately feel at home. The menu is creative, and delicious. Kudos to Heidi and staff !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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