Haven

Must visit place for breakfast or brunch if you are in the neighborhood. We had an amazing experience with a little planning.😀 We visited them for breakfast on Friday morning. There was no wait, and street parking was ample. They do offer Wi-Fi for their patrons. You order the food at the counter and then grab a table. Service was exceptional from start to finish. We tried their Haven Omelet, Salmon Scrambled, Mushroom Toast and Candied Ginger Scone. We licked them all clean! :-)

We came on a holiday weekend, and there was a long line but don’t fear they set you up with the table and a number so you don’t have to worry about scrambling to get a seat when your food is ready. Delicious local space with interesting pastries from turmeric pistachios zucchini muffins, Persian love cake.

AMAZING pastries and baked goods here. The gingerbread blondie was insanely good and came highly recommended. I also loved the oatmeal chocolate chip cookie and their “dirt bombs” which were essentially these small cinnamon donut-like things. I saw some tasty breakfast items that people were ordering sitting down so don’t miss out!

After having lunch in Lee, MA, we drove over to Lenox Massachusetts. What a beautiful western Massachusetts town. While there we went to this coffee shop. My wife had tea and I coffee which were very good. In addition we shared a piece of carrot cake which was truly outstanding. This quaint little coffee shop fits his area very nicely.

The food was delicious we got the pancakes with blueberries and maple syrup and shared the avocado toast! The orange juice was also fresh and delicious!

Great vibe and the food was delicious. Jasmine Maple latte was so good, I could have consumed a bucket of it. The special was crabmeat Benedict served on a croissant with the most perfectly cooked asparagus. Everything was absolutely perfect. If there is a wait, stay - it’s worth it!

The food is excellent. It is a very popular place. On a very snowy, miserable New England day there was a line to order and every seat was filled. A stranger came up to me and told me they had the best pancakes in the world. The delicious options are worth waiting for.

Great spot. Quick counter service (even when there’s a long line) and plenty of seating. Mushroom toast could have used a bit more toasting, but still super tasty. Chocolate ginger cookie was perfect.

An imaginative café with excellent food, delightful ambiance, and fantastic servers. Make sure you pick up a menu from the table as you enter which will give you time to work out what you want or you'll be holding up the line behind you. I went mid-morning, mid-week and there was a short line but it moved quickly. A seemingly full set of tables turned over quickly and I saw nobody waiting - but rumor has it that can be different at a weekend. We shared a toad-in-the-hole (a fresh farm egg in a hole in sour dough fried toast and a Croissant French Toast with delicious maple syrup. The French toast came with a generous portion of blueberries, and the toad was served with home fries. Did I mention the coffee. Excellent as well but you'll need to ask a server for a top up and they will happily advise. I'll see you there again soon. Thank you for brunch, Haven.

Haven Cafe & Bakery is located in the small town of Lenox, Massachusetts off Franklin street next to Yao Asian Fusion Cuisine, Prime Italian Steakhouse, and Bagel & Brew. Haven is a casual quick service cafe where customers must go up to the register and place an order and a server brings your meal to your table. The ambiance of Haven is traditional New England style with light wood tables and dark wood floors brick walls, and brick exterior walls. Haven specializes in coffee, breakfast, desserts, pastries, and lunch sandwiches. The blueberry baked French toast came with with maple mascarpone and a nice blueberry sauce. 8/10 The salmon Benedict came with Smoked salmon, asparagus and poached eggs on a croissant with dill hollandaise. 9/10 The Haven Cobb Salad came with Grilled chicken, NF bacon, marinated tomatoes, avocado and Spanish Bleu cheese on mesclun greens with red wine vinaigrette. 8/10 The Haven Burger came with a grass-fed, hormone and antibiotic free 6 oz Beef burger with Spanish Bleu cheese, onion confit and roasted mushrooms on a challah bun, served with house cut fries for $18. The burger was not ready to eat. The blue cheese came as a scoop and was not evenly distributed. I had to distribute the blue cheese with a knife and move the mushrooms on top of the burger and move the greens on top of the burger too. The burger was tasty and juicy and not overcooked or too dry. 9/10 The service was not applicable as this was not a full service restaurant. However, the lady at the register was friendly and the server bringing the food out was friendly. Everyone enjoyed their meals and there were no complaints from anyone. The haven mocha latte was delicious! Haven's prices were a bit on the high side for what we got but everything was good and that is to be expected of a small town in New England. If you're in the Lenox Massachusetts area and craving dessert, pastry, breakfast or coffee, definitely check out the Haven cafe & bakery!

So many options for eggs Benedict that I knew I had to try them bc I have trust issues with restaurants and eggs Benedict. Absolutely delicious and they served them over these house-made biscuits that was perfection. They had some really good latte flavors as well. Note: while this is a sit down place, it's not full service.

Beautiful place located in Lenox MA. Entering the place itself gives you the feel of old New England with a touch of now, the service was very good and the food was delicious . I wish I would have known about this place sooner.

Can't stop raving about the Haven Cafe & bakery Wish they had longer hours. Staff and food is excellent always! Deena

The food here is incredible. The prices are reasonable, the portions are large, and the quality is excellent. The eggs were the perfect texture. The servers are kind and friendly too. There is a line (even on a Monday midday!), but it moves efficiently. The outdoor seating area is lovely with umbrellas for shade & beautiful flower boxes. I can't wait to be back just to have these pancakes again! 10/10 highly recommend

Look for the line and all will be fine. Scouted this place on an early morning walk around Lenox. I've gone horribly wrong trusting crowds -- but wasn't disappointed this time. Cheese omelette was fluffy, French-style goodness. Typically the sides are an afterthought, but the dish came with a side salad that was well dressed and added some crunch and acidity to break the heaviness of the cheddar. Hibiscus iced tea was also welcome on a hot morning. Decaf drip also available, if you are so inclined. May work my way into some of the freshly baked pastries on another trip. Decor is simple, with a French-ish style bent. It's fine but not remarkable -- the food and service are the stars here. I loved the woman specifically assigned to grab a table for us while we waited in line. NYC efficiency with enough charm to avoid the drawbacks of -- frankly -- NYC efficiency.

Had a great breakfast here on a late morning when the line to order was out the door. When we got to the front of the line, I ordered a breakfast bowl and an earl grey vanilla. After waiting for a table, we had a great meal - the breakfast bowl and drink were both a great size. Would definitely return to try some of the other breakfast items.

Had a lovely lunch here on a Friday afternoon around 12. It does get crowded here during peak times but food comes fast and the line does move quickly. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Large menu, great variety of salads, sandwiches, eggs, and more. Baked goods looked nice as well although didn't try any. The kale salad tasted super fresh and had a great dressing. The bread it came with was super good too. Cute spot would recommend!

The food here is fresh and well-executed! Great selection for brunch, and I appreciated that each entree included home fries and greens. They also bring hot sauce to the table without asking, which is always a nice touch. Definitely recommend the Haven Scramble & Eggs Benedict. Parking & the wait can be a bit much during peak hours, but overall the experience is great!

My friend and I came here for brunch and I'm glad we weren't in a rush, as the line was almost out the door when we arrived. You choose what you want to eat, order at the counter and then one of the staff members will assign you a table to sit at. The ambiance was very causal, with lots of families and larger groups and it felt a little like an old school diner. Despite a slower moving line, the staff were super friendly and accommodating. They have a number of baked goods to choose from before you even make it to the counter, in case you want something to go. We ordered the croissant French toast, the Salmon Benedict, a chai latte and a golden milk latte. Everything was pretty good, though I've certainly had better brunch other places, but this wasn't awful either.

Delicious food, comfy atmosphere and welcoming service. Gluten-free French toast was surprisingly good! (And with real maple syrup) Loves the kale salad (with grapefruit & butternut squash). Yunnan tea and huge lattes! We will be back!

Great selection of sandwiches for lunch. Dine in or take out. Crazy busy so prepare for that. Gluten free options including bread for sandwiches. I ordered take out.

Server was very dramatically rolling his eyes at everyone if they had even a simple question. It was pretty surprising that he didn't care that everyone could see him doing this. Food was great though- as always!

Good food and a nice little place. This said a very long wait for food, service was "ok" and our table and the couple's next to us were both wobbly. All in all a good experience if a bit pricey and time consuming.

Just finished a perfect brunch-- literally perfect in every way. A light French omelette with spinach and goat cheese, topped with freshly snipped chives and cherry tomato halves barely dressed in salt & oregano. (Haven on the menu) The plate included a small hill of dressed greens, 5-6 roasted potato chunks, and two toasted pieces of baguette. There is nothing left, I am perfectly sated, and I am enjoying my rosemary maple latte while listening to a table of French tourists. Kill me now, life will never be better.

Good thing Lenox doesn't have much, if any breakfast competition. I'd it did, this place would be out of business. Usually a line out the door means you've stumbled upon a diamond in the rough, not so here. The good news is that they move people through the system very efficiently. The bad news is while the quantity served is amazing, the quality served is lack luster. Also, don't look at the glossy photos found in other reviews of this place. The food actually looks like this. Ciao.

Despite the frequent wait and higher price point, Haven puts out fabulous food with quality ingredients. Expect to spend $25 per person for breakfast. Veggie Omelet rich with mushrooms and spinach. Everything that came out looked fabulous and everyone at Haven looks very happy (once seated !) I wouldn't be put off by the long line at busy times..

Haven has outstanding, delicious, and unique sandwiches and salads. Parking can be a challenge and there's often a wait, but the food is incredible!

Food ,service, and ambience..the perfect package! The frittatas are out of this world! Not a place to be missed !

I like the food. I like the people The service is good. I love the Pancakes. I like that they play music. I don't like that they're closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

Fun place and great Bakery Items and the service was excellent and quick. I want to go back for breakfast soon!

I had a cheese omlette that was very good (with the most yellow eggs I've seen in along time) and it came with tasty home fries that were not greasy, It came with some salad that had real lettuce (not iceberg) and a few other greens. It was a good meal. If you have not been there before (that's me), you look over a menu at the front and go to the register on the right to order. You are given a number to put on the table that you pick. It was quite crowded, but there were a few empty tables and the service was good. You get your own water from the back. Parking can be difficult.

Fantastic eclectic and delicious. Studied the menu ahead of time to reduce the stress of counter ordering. :) Friendly and responsive staff. Parking is a little challenging. Highly recommend.

Cute cafe/brunch spot! The portions were on the smaller size but everything was delicious and the staff were so friendly. Would definitely come back and try the rest of the menu!

Food was very good, didn't take too long to come out. Jasmine Maple latte was delicious!

Food and service both great. A little pricey and ordering process is weird. You wait in line to order and then they assign you a table.

I've been going here for several years and the food is always fresh and the service is A1 and has great ambience. Highly recommend!!

We came here on a Sunday morning and while it was quite busy we were able to grab a seat without waiting. All of the food was excellent -- we got the breakfast burrito, pancakes and potatoes.

Overall pretty good food and fresh ingredients. We came in for brunch with friends during our hiking trip in MA. You place your order first then get a table and they will bring the orders to you. Our group ordered Haven Omelette, Classic Egg Benedict, Beet, apple and Almond Salad, Croissant French Toast and Vietnamese Chicken Banh Mi. It was a delicious brunch. I really like the Croissant French Toast, it's lighter and not as doughy as the typical French toast. I will definitely come back again whenever I am in the area.

Pretty disappointing all around. Tons of the pastries are wheat-free, which generally means lacking in flavor and texture. Our cowgirl cookie was grainy and I'm doubtful the carrot cake slice I got will be worth eating based on a group near us who picked at theirs. Our pancakes were undercooked and gummy, and the bacon, while cooked perfectly, lacked flavor. Service was also slow. I did like their setup for ordering and the staff were friendly.

Delicious lattes and the pancakes, eggs, and bacon were all cooked to perfection! Friendly staff, quick service. Will be back!

First rate breakfast place near Lenox's Restaurant Row of Church street. Seasonal pumpkin pancakes w/ mascarpone and pepitas were delish. Good coffee, nice servers. Recommended.

Not sure why this place only got 4 stars from Yelpers. It has the best house potatoes I have ever had! The service is excellent- a really rare find when the place is packed. The baked goods are amazing! We ordered scones and Ding Dongs to go - they are moist and absolutely delicious! In our short trip in Lenox, we came to this place two days in a row! Highly recommended!

Excellent food. We had delicious roasted tomato soups and a turkey sandwich, with a fresh ripe tomato and crisp lettuce. The almond brownie was to die for!!

A cute spot for a quick bite. When you enter, you place your own order and the waiter will serve you. If you want to stay, make sure you have a table available before ordering. The food is fresh and delicious. We had coffee, Jasmine Maple Latte, Haven's Scramble and Croissant French Toast with fresh berries.

A welcoming environment filled with delicious food. I was greeted by some of the employees into what seemed like a morning brunch rush on a Tuesday morning, but the wait moved quickly. You order at the front register and then bring a number to your table, one of the waiters got me a table set up outside before I even ordered! I had numerous recommendations from friends to visit Haven on a day off, and their glowing reviews proved true. There's something on the menu for everyone; I went with the veggies French rolled omelet and it was delicious. Served with some potatoes, baguette and lightly dressed greens, it was a light and filling way to start my morning. I also enjoyed a cold brew brewed in house and it was delicious- smooth and slightly sweet, no bitterness at all! Would highly recommend stopping in if you take a trip to Lenox- I made a whole morning out of it and walked the town and visited local shops, so fun! Next time I'm back in town I'll have to try 1 of everything, pastries included!

Ok -- so breakfast is fantastic, from the earl grey vanilla latte to the scrumptious last bite of potato dolloped with Kensington ketchup. But hats off to EVAN, the young man running a line that stretches out the door late on a Monday morning with diplomacy, speed and pure grace deserving of a Nobel. Do they give the prize for hospitality? They should!!

Excellent breakfast place... fresh, well crafted food and overall good service. I have to believe this is none of then better break at places in these parts. Get here early to avoid lines. Some constructive feedback for the Haven folks... good homemade corned beef hash but undercooked... keep it on the flattop and crisp it up!

I can't remember what I first ordered but they said they were out of it so I got the Turkey BLT and it was great. This is a nice little food destination with plenty of options to either eat there or take with you. I've been here a few times for coffee and a "treat" and also to pick up some desserts to bring when I was visiting friends. Service was fast and friendly and the food was ready pretty quick and like I mentioned, tasted great, we'll be back again.

Everything was fresh and delicious. We ordered the scramble, which was fresh and delicious. We also ordered the eggs Benedict from their special menu. It was unique and delicious. Instead of an English muffin, it was on a croissant. Would definitely go back.

Great Frittata special. Great tasting banana-nut "French toast": where we come from its actually bread pudding. Great tasting breakfast "ban mi": burger bun actually.

Came here on our way back to Boston after a weekend in the area. The bakery had a very chill vibe, you walk in, order, and choose a seat. Luckily when we went it was snowing outside so we easily found a table, this does not look like the normal occurrence as it is a popular establishment. I ordered a mocha latte and breakfast sandwich. My husband ordered a veggie omelette and a pancake. Orders came out shortly after we sat and everything was enjoyable. Staff were pleasant as well. All in all had a good experience and recommend it. Do regret not buying any baked goods as they looked phenomenal.

Great food, good service, nice small town ambience. Seems to be busy at lunch time, but the great meal is worth the wait.

I ordered the haven omelette. It was amazing!! The omelette had feta, spinach, and marinated tomatoes. It also came with potatoes, greens, and a baguette. This was one of the best omelettes I've ever tried, the eggs were so fresh and soft. Even though there were so many people in the restaurant, the food didn't take so much time to come. The servers were so kind and welcoming. I'm really happy we stopped in at Haven and hope to be back soon!

Had breakfast here two days, careful attention is paid to the dishes that go out of the kitchen at this restaurant. The food is top notch, delicious, high quality and delicious!

Great coffee service and ambiance. Best coffee in the area...................................................././//....//./

Super high end high quality breakfast. Drove here from Asbury Park NJ(left nj at 7am to make sure we still got up therein time for breakfast) researched it online before our trip. Way better than anything else in the berkshires if you want high quality breakfast in a magical small town.

A wonderful French omelet- perfectly cooked and flavorful. Coffee was delicious, and we really enjoyed our to-go baked goods (with gluten-free options, too)!