EmJ's Cafe

4.6 ( 394 reviews )
Checking... 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
814 E Lancaster Ave, Berwyn, PA 19312, United States
+1 610-644-8275
EmJ's Cafe, located at 814 E Lancaster Ave in Berwyn, PA, offers a delightful American dining experience that has captivated locals and visitors alike. Renowned for its inviting atmosphere and friendly service, this charming cafe promises quick service along with a diverse menu, ideal for brunch or lunch. Customer favorites highlight the quality and flavor of the dishes. The egg Benediction is often described as perfectly poached, complemented by a precisely made hollandaise. Breakfast staples like cream chipped beef and the "Hangover Sandwich" have received excellent reviews, showcasing EmJ's strength in providing hearty, delicious meals. The lemon swirl pancakes, praised for their creaminess and fluffiness, are also a standout—an indulgent treat worth the trip. EmJ's commitment to accommodating dietary needs, specially with a range of gluten-free options, underscores their attention to detail and customer care. While the cafe's compact size can lead to wait times during peak hours, patrons often find the experience worthwhile, owing to both the food quality and the friendliness of the staff. In essence, EmJ's Cafe is a beloved spot that marries great food with genuine hospitality. Whether it’s for a leisurely brunch or a satisfying lunch, this cafe is a must-visit for those looking to indulge in comforting American cuisine.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • From the business
    • Identifies as women-owned
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great coffee
    • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Transgender safe space
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed
    • Dogs allowed inside
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For EmJ's Cafe

Benjamin Schwantes
Apr 14,2025
Friendly staff and quick service. Large menu with lots of breakfast and lunch options. The sweet potato hash was a hit.
Jiali “Helen” Yan
Apr 4,2025
EmJ is our favorite brunch place in the neighborhood! They have the best egg Benedict - egg poached to perfection and hollandaise sauce done in the right way. Coffee is good too! Expect some wait time on the weekends.
Katrina Smith
Mar 26,2025
Found this cute little cafe on our Find Me Gluten Free app. They’re very cautious about food allergies. They have a ton of Gf Options so that was a real bonus for us. The food was so good. We had lemon swirl pancakes which were creamy and fluffy - and huge! Make your own omelet was really good. Staff was attentive and friendly. The manager on duty that day was impressive. All employees were constantly doing something. She spoke kindly and encouraged them to and she was so friendly to patrons. It’s worth driving out of your way to stop here. Thanks for a great breakfast!
Maureen Cook
Mar 8,2025
The "Hangover Sandwich" was delicious! Bacon, egg, cheese and home fries on a long roll. The staff and service were both excellent! (My only complaint was the smell of the restaurant; it smells like some kind of floor cleaner. Fresh baked pie or bread, maybe even scented candles would help. Hopefully this can be fixed.). Thank you!
Kimellen Remar
Mar 4,2025
Fantastic breakfast, hands down, the best in the area for cream chipped beef. I ONLY eat cream chipped beef at 2 locations thus far, and EmJ's in tone of two. They also have fantastic daily specials that I have had and are top-notch. The cinnamon swirl or pumpkin pancakes are delicious. Pricing is average but not too pricy for the quality of food. Down side for me, they do not carry Thomas's English muffins for an egg sandwich, but I have had an egg sandwich on a bagel, and it was 7 out of 10. Parking is not great during peak hours but if you don't mind walking it is fine. Lastly, the size of the restaurant is a little small, but I have never waited more than 10-15 minutes for a table. Overall, EmJ's is my top breakfast pick in the area for me. Remember to get the cream chipped beef. You will NOT be disappointed
Emily Brandenberger
Mar 1,2025
Fantastic. We were greeted right away and sat right down on a Saturday 8am. The coffee was fresh and hot. The menu was very large for a breakfast place but I knew I wanted the Carrot Cake Waffle. I mean- come on!!! My dining companion had avocado toast because he's vegan and he gets frustrated with avocados at home so he's happy to order them out and have them be someone else's problem. The waffle was great- with real carrots in it. Warning- it did have raisins. I know that's a deal breaker for some carrot cake people. But the cream cheese drizzle was yummy! The service was quick. The food was great. The place was clean. And the atmosphere was super friendly and chill. Families started to come in as we were leaving - the bunny pancake was apparently a hot menu item. We paid less than 35 including tip. Why go to those other breakfast places like FW or Nudys? This place is great.
Megan McGrath
Feb 21,2025
My girlfriend and I have been coming to EmJ’s almost every Sunday for a few months now and I feel compelled to share our love for this place with you all! You truly can’t beat service like this. Expect to wait about 10 minutes or so during the breakfast rush, but they move quick. Our names are always remembered and you can tell this place values their patrons and treats everyone with such warm energy. The food also rocks. The Omlettes are the best around and I have a gluten allergy and they have SO many options. One of the waitresses has celiac and has made awesome recommendations to me as well. 10/10 would continue to eat here every Sunday.
Larry Wawrzenski
Feb 9,2025
An out of the way place that has fantastic food. I had the turkey Ruben (an item not on the menu but if you ask them they can make it. I tried my brother's waffle and it was outstanding l. The item I wanted to try but didn't was the Black Forrest Waffle that is very original and I will try that next time. Very friendly service and reasonable prices .Who can ask for anything more . It was my 1st time there but not my last.

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