The best cafes in Somerset County

4 places we’ve checked and would send a neighbor to. Open any one to read what we wrote about it.

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Dunkin' (opens in a new tab)

750 Somerset St · Watchung

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

Eddy's Kitchen Restaurant (opens in a new tab)

525 County Rd 531 · North Plainfield

When you want a no-fuss spot in North Plainfield that feels like neighbors-first, Eddy's Kitchen Restaurant leans into the classics with…

When you want a no-fuss spot in North Plainfield that feels like neighbors-first, Eddy's Kitchen Restaurant leans into the classics with hearty breakfast and lunch comfort and a friendly vibe. Perfect for quick meetups or lingering catch-ups, it makes weekday mornings and weekend resets taste like home.

From the Bridgewater newsletter, October 22, 2026

Catcetera Cat Lounge (opens in a new tab)

44 W Somerset St # B · Raritan

Catcetera Cat Lounge is the cozy, free-roam spot to unwind with adoptable cats and a friendly community vibe. Book a visit this week, get…

Catcetera Cat Lounge is the cozy, free-roam spot to unwind with adoptable cats and a friendly community vibe. Book a visit this week, get your kitten fix, maybe meet your new roommate, and leave with fur on your shirt and a grin you can’t shake.

From the Bridgewater newsletter, October 15, 2026

The Bridgewater Cafe (opens in a new tab)

559 Union Ave · Bridgewater

Whether you need a quick weekday bite or a leisurely brunch, The Bridgewater Cafe keeps things interesting with banana waffles, breakfast…

Whether you need a quick weekday bite or a leisurely brunch, The Bridgewater Cafe keeps things interesting with banana waffles, breakfast tacos, hefty panini, and cappuccinos, plus the curveball of legit lobster rolls through Mystic Lobster Company. Signature mocktails and desserts seal the deal.

From the Bridgewater newsletter, October 6, 2026