Cafe Monet is an authentic French Bistro located in bustling downtown Millburn, New Jersey. It is just a short walk from the Paper Mill Playhouse. Named in honor after the great French Impressionist painter, Claude Monet, Cafe Monet is helmed by Chef Wes Sawi. The son of diplomats, Chef Sawi, traveled the world as a boy and, as adult, he trained in top kitchens in Paris and Lyon, France.
His passion for wholesome, delicious French food is present in every bite you taste at Cafe Monet. The ambiance is never stuffy at Cafe Monet - a perfect place for a casual rendezvous with friends or intimate romantic dinner date. Cafe Monet is open for lunch and dinner. Cafe Monet also has a French Bakery onsite open from morning to night.
His passion for wholesome, delicious French food is present in every bite you taste at Cafe Monet. The ambiance is never stuffy at Cafe Monet - a perfect place for a casual rendezvous with friends or intimate romantic dinner date. Cafe Monet is open for lunch and dinner. Cafe Monet also has a French Bakery onsite open from morning to night.
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Amber M.
Nov 29, 2021
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Guerschom Philippe
Nov 28, 2021
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Marissa C.
Oct 23, 2021
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The best part of this meal was the bread plate/dips/fruit they brought out prior. Oh, and the butternut squash apple soup. The brunch menu had no price on it. I originally wanted the frittata but upon ordering the waitress advised "are you sure? There's so much more to chose from". Upon asking her recommendation, she advised to get the quiche. So I did. The eggs were runny in the quiche, but the salad was good.
Peter J.
Sep 12, 2021
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Tianying Y.
Jul 09, 2021
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Nice brunch spot, great food and vibe. Super close to south mountain fairy tale trail.
-1 star for unclear menu + mischarged (refunded) our credit card without telling us about the incident
We had lamb burger, mussel, and smoked salmon egg benedict. All three are very tasty, with mussel being the best. Fries were really good the sauce is amazing. They serve a small plate of free pastry and fruit for starter.
Brunch price was $17.50, same for any menu item.
We found the coffee ok. But I think it's personal preference and I'm no expert to really judge.
-1 star for unclear menu + mischarged (refunded) our credit card without telling us about the incident
We had lamb burger, mussel, and smoked salmon egg benedict. All three are very tasty, with mussel being the best. Fries were really good the sauce is amazing. They serve a small plate of free pastry and fruit for starter.
Brunch price was $17.50, same for any menu item.
We found the coffee ok. But I think it's personal preference and I'm no expert to really judge.
Karen L.
May 15, 2021
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Olga Ignatyeva
May 01, 2021
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Chanel F.
Mar 07, 2021
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I am literally shaking right now after the horrible treatment my boyfriend and I just experienced. We were sat at 6pm and the waitress (who was very nice) took our orders. After receiving our appetizer, and being asked by the owner's wife how our food was, we were suddenly asked by the owner to move to other side of the restaurant because a larger party was coming. it should be noted we had been seated for about an hour before this request and already finished the appetizer. The owner then blamed his wife for making the mistake of seating us there and then stated "she always makes mistakes
Diana L.
Mar 06, 2021
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Susie Lj
Feb 10, 2021
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Agnes S.
Jan 05, 2021
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Ivan Kozlov
Dec 19, 2020
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Kathryn W.
Dec 06, 2020
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Brian O.
Dec 29, 2019
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Food was good, but service was horrible. Maitre De/owner was rude, unnatentive, and service was slow. When he screwed up our order he did not care and implied it was our fault. The bus boy he spent half the night berating tried to fix thing so we gave him the tip in cash directly as opposed to the owner/maitre de acting as our waiter since he was so incompetent and rude. He decided he deserved a tip for himself and added one to our credit card after we paid which I found when I checked my account later. He is the type whom gives restauranteur's abad name. Feel sorry for his staff.
Tess U.
Dec 13, 2019
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Came in for brunch one weekend. This spot is really cute and our server was even French! The menu we were given didn’t match the one online but when I asked about it they were able to make something off the online menu for me anyway which was great. We were also given free french bread and croissants before our meals came out and a small drink they referred to as the house cocktail. It was some kind of fruit juice? Not sure. All super cute though. And the food was tasty as well.
Marie F.
Jul 28, 2019
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Carlos Gutierrez
Jul 27, 2019
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A very cozy place. We went my wife, son and I because somebody recommended to us. The experience and nice. I liked having the menu for main dishes but also having this nice buffet bar with selected things. I loved the pickle section of the buffet, as well as the grapefruit already ready to eat. I ordered Benedict (as always) and they were good, served in a nice presentation and with a side salad that was really tasteful. My wife had Eggs Ratatouille which she like them a lot. Is a good option to go on a nice Sunday, in a really nice town.
Vicki B.
Jan 01, 2019
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Julie M.
Sep 30, 2018
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Ekaterina O.
Jul 06, 2018
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I love everything about this restaurant.
The atmosphere is so cozy and it really is a small taste of Paris. It is relaxing, but intimate. Every part of the restaurant has unique touches which I really appreciate.
The food is always spot on and never a disappointment. Their mushroom soup, duck, and mussels are always a solid choice. The service is also high quality.
Every weekend, they play live music which is really such a nice touch to the entire experience. I think it is my favorite part!
I will continue to come back here, time and time again.
The atmosphere is so cozy and it really is a small taste of Paris. It is relaxing, but intimate. Every part of the restaurant has unique touches which I really appreciate.
The food is always spot on and never a disappointment. Their mushroom soup, duck, and mussels are always a solid choice. The service is also high quality.
Every weekend, they play live music which is really such a nice touch to the entire experience. I think it is my favorite part!
I will continue to come back here, time and time again.
Brian K.
Jun 17, 2018
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Had a wonderful Father's Day breakfast here. Eggs Benedict, salmon, Belgian waffles, buffet of hors d'oeuvres, salad and OJ. Sensible portions and dapples of gypsy violin music that hits you in patches above the conversation. Kind a like the air-conditioning. Laid back, classy euro vibe. Love this place.
Holly B.
Jul 16, 2017
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Had a wonderful experience here. Live music playing, intimate cozy cafe environment -- did not have to strain to hear our conversation, even with the music, which was lovely and relaxing. The appetizer, an aged marinated goat cheese with crouton and salad was wonderful, and the beef bourguignon was rich and savory, and -- made without flour! The potato gratin accompanying it was flavorful and melted in your mouth.
It is a bit pricy but counting in the entire experience, well worth the price for Saturday evening entertainment.
It is a bit pricy but counting in the entire experience, well worth the price for Saturday evening entertainment.
Joseph M.
Nov 13, 2016
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The food was pretty good. Nice selection plus a counter of breads, cheese, fruits and cereal which you could help yourself to.
The problem was the service: slow and unorganized. More than a 15 minute wait for coffee. The table water was lukewarm. No asking if we wanted seconds on the coffee. Had to ask several times for orange juice
I've been here before - two other brunch but don't remember the service being that bad.
Bottom line: if you like good food but don't mind poor service then you'll like Cafe Monet in Millburn.
The problem was the service: slow and unorganized. More than a 15 minute wait for coffee. The table water was lukewarm. No asking if we wanted seconds on the coffee. Had to ask several times for orange juice
I've been here before - two other brunch but don't remember the service being that bad.
Bottom line: if you like good food but don't mind poor service then you'll like Cafe Monet in Millburn.
