Roots Cafe

Absolutely love this restaurant. The menu is absolutely amazing every time- you can never go wrong. I had fantastic service today from Corey while catching up with my coworker. Every drink was spot on, and I am picky with my spicy margs and espresso martinis. Corey’s recommendations for food were perfect, both my coworker and I chose from his top 3 and loved our meals. Everything came very quickly and not a single thing was wrong. The pricing is also very fair for the quality of everything! Will be making this our new regular spot.

Absolutely loved our brunch! The food was fresh, wholesome, and full of flavor. The food looked as good as it tasted. Ben was a superb waiter: friendly, knowledgeable, and gave amazing recommendations that made the whole experience even better. From presentation to service, everything was top-notch. Can’t wait to come back!

My girlfriends and I enjoyed every minute of our visit here. The place is very charming. The food was delicious and the Bloody Mary was perfect! Best of all, our server Kate was beyond accommodating. She was very kind and had excellent customer service skills. We will be back for sure!

We got the carrots, vegan pastrami sandwich (made from carrots) and the Moroccan bowl. All were very good. Our favorite was the bowl. We also tried their mimosa flight which was fun. The best part was the atmosphere of the outdoor seating. They had a cute fish pond.

We got the eggplant appetizer and the pork belly Benedict. It was probably the best brunch I’ve had in years, everything was so freshly cooked and flavorful. Ryan, our server was also incredible—super kind and attentive. We will definitely be back, no doubt!

Roots is highly overrated. It's very small and noisy. We were seated at tables made from a natural slab of wood that was untreated with stains that had seeped into the wood, a bacteria haven. The food is mediocre at best. I ordered the French toast with ricotta cheese stuffing and strawberry rhubarb compote, which was a sickening mess! There wasn't any ricotta stuffing, just whipped cream in between, and it was smothered with the strawberry compote instead of just a dollop. My black coffee was delicious. My sister had the Spring hash with Hollandaise sauce, which wasn't hollandaise, but I guess their version of it, which was very spicy, to the point she couldn't eat it and when I flagged down the runner that brought our food and mentioned it, she just stated that's how we make our hollandaise sauce I guess. My sister just said she was going to take it home and doctor it so she could eat it later, it was not handled well. The dish was already spicy and the addition of a regular mild hollandaise sauce would have been an interesting contrast to the heat of the dish, complimenting the flavors. My niece had the Tiramisu French toast along with a side of potatoes, which she said was good. We waited a very long time for our food, and when I asked for a refill of my coffee, the guy picked up my cup by the rim of the cup instead of the handle which was cringe worthy. That brings me to the service. There were two guys, one just observed the tables and one took our order. You have this wooden disk that you scan so you can view the menu on your phone....very kitchy. The guy waiting our table seemed distracted and never came to our table to check on us, I had to get his attention for the additional coffee and water. Someone else brought our food, and the guy that hovers over the dining room, I guess, notified our server that it was time to drop the check, because that's when our server came back to the table. As we were leaving the table, they never wiped it down and proceeded to seat the next people. I think the owners need to give their staff additional training in serving as well as food safety and handling.

We really enjoyed brunch/lunch with family while in town. Kate was very friendly and accommodating. I loved the variety on the menu and the fresh vegan option and refreshing drinks. Would love to come back again!

A lovely little cafe. It's a house converted into a cafe, due that the place is a bit congested. Would definitely recommend booking in advance. The food was awesome and the drinks were spectacular. Would recommend for breakfast if in West Chester.

Delightful. Lovable. Cozy. Upscale. Delicious. Friendly. Vegetarian and Vegan friendly. That, and much more. Roots Cafe is what a wonderful local spot for brunch should be. Nestled in an old row house and with its footprint taking advantage of every square inch of space, Roots Cafe is everything you would want in a brunch eatery with urban ambiance. Although the tables were close to each other, we could still have the privacy that we wanted as a family. That being said, a crowd of loud people would likely be given stern eyes as the sound carries throughout.... We came over here quite early so we can't attest as to whether or not they take reservations. We were one of the first customers and with 6 people, they sat us in one of the best seating locations by the window. We could see everything inside and out. The waitstaff was cheerful and quite knowledgeable and efficient. We started our brunch by copious amounts of Mimosas and what I thought was one of the best morning appetizers I've ever had, their Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Bites. You can't have just one.... Or two.... Then the main courses.... I had the Mushroom Omelet with delicious fresh mushrooms from nearby farms, a good dose of Birchrun Farms Fat Cat Cheese, a premium - and local - semisoft cheese that would make any fromager sing with joy. My spouse had the Roots Burger, a delightful concoction of a Smash Burger with the trimmings, Dijon, Garlic Aioli on a Brioche Bun, accompanied by delicious Sweet Potato Fries. The coffee kept on coming and we were happy.... A definite go-to when in the Westchester area... Awesome place!

Tight interior. Tables are pretty close together. Food is ok. The french toast appetizers were good, but coated with a bit too much sugar The fried potato pieces were good The fried chicken was average

Busy cafe with walk-in onlys, but staff moves fast to seat people waiting, without pushing seated clients out. Staff was super nice and friendly! Inside could be a little loud if you're looking to have intimate conversations with other guests. Lovely brunch menu with a variety of options but not too many (which is great for us indecisive people). Cold brew was lovely. Food-wise, everything tasted great! The french toast bites was a great option to share and the frittata was nice and filling, great flavors! If you want a little more spice, ask for a side of hot sauce!

Stopped in with my daughter on a Friday and first time visit. Cute place and we sat out back on the patio which is nicely covered and has a koi pond. Excellent hostess and wait staff are very nice and friendly. She had the standard breakfast and I had the blueberry French toast. Scrambled eggs were excellent and creamy. The blueberry French toast was outstanding. Will definitely be back to try more on the menu!

This place was overall very good but we went there in a 11:30 on Sunday and there was a huge wait. We only had a 30 min wait but it went to over an hour before we left. Not sure if they were understaffed or the kitchen was overwhelmed. No real sense of urgency really. That being said our service was good once seated and so was the food! Small but cute interior- you just can't be in a rush. The cucumbers were amazing and the chicken sandwich the sweet potato fries were great! We will be back during a less busy time

The wait was long, but we enjoyed our meal. The mimosa flight was fun but I loved the strawberry rhubarb mojito. And the French toast bites were also delicious. I got the Moroccan eggs and they were quite tasty. Vibe was cozy

What a charming spot in West Chester! Great, unobtrussive service, delicious mocktails (lavender lemonade and blueberry spritz) and scrumptious sandwiches (smash burger and Buffalo chicken)!! We will be back!

As a 23 year old male I find a neutral approach when trying new restaurants. I'm greeted kindly, and treated well by the staff every time I sit to eat by myself. This place is truly a hidden gem and for many reasons, the quality/portion of the meal is perfect leaving me walking out without a stomach ache. The creativity behind the meals is truly a work of art and I can tell the creator cares about his/her work. Seems like they are farm to table, and if I can notice it- you will to. The price per person is more than generous, I'm a young college student who you can tell doesn't have a wallet to go out every week. However, I do end up here almost once a week. The owner of Roots took me by surprise by taking time out of his day to see me in person and thank me for loving his/her restaurant. I have never left a review in my life, and I know this was long. But Root's cafe blew me away, and I hope everyone can experience a meal from this beautiful cafe.

Super delicious breakfast! We were looking for a quiet and comfortable place for brunch and were very pleasantly surprised by the quality of the breakfast. I got the croissant sandwich and it came out super quickly with friendly staff willing to accommodate the menu. The arugula sandwich is a must try! Thank you guys for the yummy meal.

Overall, good breakfast/brunch spot in West Chester. We arrived right when they opened as they don't take reservations, and there was already a line. We were told it would be around 40-45 minutes to get a table because some really big groups had just gotten seated. After waiting, we were quickly seated. The food was good. For an appetizer, we got the pretzel croissant and those were probably the highlight for me! The entrees were good but nothing mind blowing. I got the breakfast sandwich and my husband got the pork belly Benedict. Would come back but definitely have to get there right when they open on a Sunday.

Very friendly attentive staff met our needs Food was delicious and ambience was very comfortable thank you, JG

The food was delicious and the service was great. The waiter was very attentive and it very homie vibe.

Roots cafe may be the best brunch spot in West Chester. The decor and ambiance is so cozy and rustic with all the wood furniture and all the decorations. The food is also top notch. today i had their country fried chicken and it was so good. the chicken was fried well and the sausage gravy is so flavorful and coats the chicken so well. The potatoes are also the best i've ever had being perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and with the just right amount of salt. The only downside was that biscuit was cold in the middle but still tasted very good with the gravy and chicken. My girlfriend got the french toast bites and it may be the best french toast i've ever had. Each bite was crispy and soft with the right amount of sweetness, reminding almost of a perfect cinnamon toast crunch. Our server was also amazing and came by often to check up on us. Love this place.

Great brunch spot in West Chester! Elevated food & service! Quaint interior, but not stuffy.

Great place to bring my grand daughter on a Thursday afternoon little rainy outside. We went to the museum and found parking right outside so this is a beautiful day for a grandfather like me life is good.

Overpriced, like all boutique cafes, but good food. Quite a cute interior, but it's small and crowded and got pretty loud. No complaints about the service! Yes complaints about only offering QR code menus, the existence of which I am deeply opposed to.

Delicious food. Such a cute little spot! Stopped here twice for brunch, service was great and everything was amazing both times. Very nice menu for brunch. Will definitely return!

I've never liked West Chester to begin with, and coming to this restaurant only reminded me how much I dislike West Chester. The food was so bland... No flavor or seasoning. It was a struggle eating it. I also ordered kombucha, and I've never had bad kombucha before--but now I can say I have! It was like watered down or something and had a poor aftertaste. It lacked the iconic kombucha flavor. And back to the food, I could make something 10x better than this, and I'm not even a great chef. The service was fine, I guess. The front desk and my waitress were nice, but the 2 waitresses that brought out my food confused me with my cousin that sat next to me. This is normally an insignificant thing, but I've realized that primarily white places often don't pay attention to minorities and mix them up. My cousin is like 10 years younger than me... This never, ever happens to me in Philly or NYC, but it happens all the time in white spaces. And honestly I'm sick of it. The waitress mixed up my cousin and my food even after the waitress was talking about how much she loves the thing I ordered... Point being, minorities - stay away if you want tasty food or attentive service.

You want a breakfast different from all the rest? This is your place! Service is excellent, and ambiance is 2nd to none. Try the SCRAPPLE BENEDICT with sausage gravy. It was ridiculous! Tried the Brussels Mac and Cheese....GREAT COMBO The Pork Belly is no slouch as well....phenominal

I don't love the seating arrangement inside (feels a little cramped) but there's a back patio with lots of space as a second option. Super pleasant staff and very good food! Great lunch/brunch spot!

This place provided an amazingly delicious breakfast, as well, they accommodated by seating us 20 minutes before closing. Great town to check out in general and this is a great breakfast spot.

A yummy and casual place for brunch! Went here with a friend on a Tuesday morning and there was no wait. I loved the inside a lot, kind of reminded me of an old farm almost? Very clean and the lighting was warm on a rainy day. I think the upstairs has a place for local sales, I didn't go up there but I saw a sign for it. The pretzel croissants were SO delicious!! Never tried a dish like that and it was unique and yummy. Everything else was also tasty but nothing out of the ordinary. It's a bit pricey for what you're getting in my opinion, but I guess that is also West Chester in general. Would love to come back here for breakfast/brunch with my family.

Stopped in for brunch and so glad I did. We sat outside in a cute little patio and had the best service. I mentioned that some bloody marys are way too salty for me so the server brought out a sample for me to taste.... Yum! I got mine spicy and had it with the mushroom hash. We all cleared our plates and left happy.

Very nice staff. Large portions. Some unique menu options. Small dining room but they have outside seating as well.

I got the hot chicken sandwich and it was so good, had the perfect amount of spice to it and the coleslaw made it even better, all the flavors it gives are incredible, wasn't too spicy but not too sweet it was perfect I will be back to order this again

Roots is super cute! The staff is always above and beyond expectations I was a little hesitant to try the shrimp salad pita but it honestly turned out to be one of my favorite meals ever...like ever. I highly recommend.

Fresh! Fantastic. Familiar. Roots is a must go for brunch. Haven't been for dinner but they are now serving dinner and the dishes look amazing! As for the brunch items, they're packed full of yummy deliciousness freshly sourced from local places around the area! How cool is that? I love dining at places where I know I'm get the best quality produce and supporting local farmers while I'm at it! I've had the pleasure of dining here twice now, both times for brunch. In the past ordered their superfood hash, today was the biscuits and gravy. And oh my gosh!! Amazing and super tasty! They have the cutest little farm to table vibe going on. They do have a back patio, it looks so cute and welcoming. Definitely will be coming back for the patio experience and, of course, the food!

(4) ~ very good overall food & service. Note: They don't take reservations for Sunday Brunch. DRINKS: ** Turk's Head Hot Coffee = (4.25) Very fresh ** Water (tap) = (4) very good, must be filtered;) ** Fresh OJ = (4) very good FOOD: ** Bacon Cheeseburger Breakfast Hash = (4) very good ** Limoncello Cake = (4) very good * Bacon & Arugula Breakfast Sandwich = (3.75) Good, but, my wife asked for a fully cooked egg (ie no runny yolk) and the waiter confidently said absolutely...well...it came as a sunny runny egg:(

Thank you Roots team for a delicious dinner with my Family. If I'm being honest, the entree my honey had (Lobster and Crab Raviloli) was rich and delicious, however, the two appetizers really stole the show! The hummus with roasted peppers alongside the goat cheese with honey....oh my delish! And what do you toast the pita with!!?? Yum! The Buratta with Pesto was also perfect. Just love this restaurant and the fact that they source locally makes me love them even more. If you haven't been here yet try it. You can thank me later

Food and service was amazing ! A quaint and intimate ambiance! Definitely recommend the huevos ahogado!

Brunch was amazing! Portions were huge and the price isn't bad! We got there right at 10 and there were plenty of seats inside and outside.

We had a delicious meal here- we both started with pumpkin soup, which came with pita. I then had lobster ravioli- made in a cream sauce, garnished with feta and calabrian chilies. So good! Hubs osso buco was good, but spicier than expected. Small but thoughtful cocktail and beer list. Our server was lovely. Only issue is for the prices, I wish the dinner ambience served less brunch vibe, if that makes sense.

WOW! 1st time to Roots Cafe, thanks YELP! the Superfood Hash 2.0 is one of the best dishes I've had anywhere...blew me away. Chef came out to ask if I was willing to wait 15 minutes until the Farro was ready, told him OK with chefs whim. INSANELY tasty! Will be back for another one even though live 1 hour 20 minutes away...WELL DONE! PS it looked amazing on the plate, wish I had taken a pic

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Super cute brunch in West Chester. Definitely recommend if you're in the area! Typically I head to Nudy's if I'm in the mood for a french toast or pancakes, but this was a nice change up. Sometimes you want farm-to-table/small hole in the wall dining instead of a chain, and it was spot on. Good portion sizes and carefully crafted dishes. Service was quick and my husband and I sat outside on a beautiful sunny day in the back. Would definitely come here with a group of girlfriends as well! A solid breakfast and you'll leave full and happy.

Took my son on a tour of WCU. Was looking for a place to grab a bite between the music school tour and the afternoon trial class. Fantastic food!!!! We still talk about it 2 months later. Hope he goes there so I can go back!!!!!

My friends and I came here for the first time a few weekends ago on the recommendation of another friend. We knew they didn't take reservations (and it is small inside so prepare) so we arrived a good 10 minutes before they opened and got in the line that was already forming out front. Thankfully, we got a table right away- a cozy booth in the corner of the front room. They do have a cute patio too but at 10am it was still in the shade and was just chilly enough that we opted for indoor seating. They have a variety of cocktail options but I went with a good old bloody mary (see pics) which was tasty and hit the spot. As far as food goes, their menu isn't huge but everything sounded amazinggggg so I had a hard time deciding. I ended up with the turkey benedict since I couldn't pass up the jalapeno cream cheese. My sister got the superfood hash of which I ate the leftovers the next day for breakfast. Both dishes were amazing. Our server was great too- gave good recommendations and never left us hanging too long. Overall, this is a solid, elevated (quality and creativity) breakfast spot that I would definitely come back for. I also want to try dinner!!

Very cute spot with great service, and fresh & delicious food! Everything from the food and drinks is wonderful, but definitely the duck fries is a must have! Chefs kiss!

Very good, had lunch during a weekday and ALL the ladies were out. I've never seen this many women out at once outside of a baby shower. They were having a great time, as were we. The food was delicious and these ladies new it! Now we do too!

Where there was once fine dining in this small converted apartment on E. Gay st. (Gilmore's being the last) is Roots Cafe. We went on Labor Day and I'm not sure if they were a server short but the service was a bit on the Jamaica/Caribbean side, speed wise. But once our food arrived it was very good. I got the scrapple benny and my wife got the hamburger salad and we were both pleased. Their potatoes were also excellent and all-in-all I would recommend Roots for breakfast or brunch.

Finally brunched here and it was great and I will be returning! The food was prepared well and the portions were large enough to fill you up but not go overboard. Croissant sandwich was delicious (I know my picture looks lame but the lighting was low in there). Super food hash was tasty and full of veggies. Thought it needed toast so we ordered a side but it really didn't. We'd call if Market Street Grille's vegetarian older sister because the options are tasty, slightly healthier (and locally sourced which is important and refreshing), but it's somewhat pricey. The price is worth the atmosphere, friendly/attentive service, and the local and deliciously prepared plates you receive. Iced coffee was strong but good. I wanted to get a brunch cocktail after seeing the nice selection they had. Opted for a sangria and it was good but also it tasted like a Four Loko on the low so I'm going to go for a classic mimosa next time lol. Very cute seating that felt intimate but not too cramped.

This brunch place is amazing everything about it! My friend and I sat outside at patio by the pond with the koi fish! It was so peaceful and the service was great. I got a bloody mary, pork belly benedict, and shared the hummus and goat cheese with my friend. I have no complaints about the food everything was absolutely delicious! Highly recommend and hope to come back soon :)

this place is unreal. one of the first places I ate after moving to west chester and it never disappoints! the bacon arugula breakfast sandwich seems unsuspecting but OMG.... it is SO good. potatoes are always perfect too. the duck confit sandwich (and all their sandwiches) for lunch are delicious. the salmon farro dinner is incredible. also highly recommend their hot sauce! I have a bottle in my fridge and it is delicious and perfectly balanced hot & sweet. yes, their food is a bit pricey but not much more than other restaurants in the area really, and the ingredients are super high quality - you can tell. also, everybody who works here is so friendly and cool. you feel comfortable the minute you walk through the door! I couldn't recommend this place more.

Genuinely the best brunch in town. I've always been able to easily get a table and the rotating menu is always in season and so tasty.

Probably the best breakfast in westchester. Get the potatoes they're extremely good. So is any chicken dish there

The staff is fantastic and the food and menu are getting us back with out of state relatives! All were delighted and you even got me to enjoy scrapple for the first time in my 60 years.

We live 40 minutes from West Chester and gladly make the drive to come to Roots. The people here are so friendly, the food is great (try the hot chicken sandwich), and the margaritas will blow your mind (never take them off the menu!). We first found this gem after getting our Christmas tree this year and it made an already great day better.

The food was very good. The service was good. Ate outside in the rear, decent atmosphere during the brunch hours. I couldn't find anything to gig them on. It was a pleasant experience..

I've been here for lunch many times and a few times for brunch. I absolutely love this place. The food is so fresh, local and flavorful. I love that most of their ingredients are from local farms. My all time favorite thing on the menu as a vegetarian is the veggie burger. It's the best I've ever had. It's so flavorful and I love the avocados on it as well as the beet spread and sprouts. It hasn't been on the menu in a while and that saddens me. My mom loves the pear and goat cheese salad with half a turkey sandwich. That's her go to and my brother is all about the breakfast burger with the egg on top. There is something here for everyone and as a vegetarian, I appreciate that. My only complaint is that they always seem to have the same two sides: a side salad and pasta salad. I don't like pasta salad so I get he salad and multiple times the greens have been wilted or slimy so I usually don't eat it. Overall the service is great. Beware if you sit outside in the warmer weather. We've had some critter encounters like ants! I do love this place and wish it wasn't closed in Monday's.