The Mason Jar Cafe

"There are very few restaurants that deserve 5 stars every single time you going but The Mason Jar is one of them! Each time we visit family, a meal here is top of the agenda. The menu is thoughtful and well-curated sourcing ingredients from local farms and vendors. The quality and consistency of the food is excellent. It’s very busy year-round but especially in the summer given the location near the lake communities that draw people from Chicago and other drivable cities. So, we use the online “wait in line” feature which keeps you updated on your place in line via text. If you have breakfast vs. lunch debates in your party, this is a great spot because the menu is deep in both categories. We love the pancakes, quiche, salads, coffee, crab cakes … and more! If you’re anywhere nearby, it’s worth the wait!"

"This restaurant is going to become a permenant stop anytime I'm traveling to and from Detroit and Chicago. I absolutely adore the community, small town vibe of this lovely rustic restaurant! The menu is a well-thought curated food-splosion utilizing ingredients from local artisans creating delectable dishes such as cinnamon brioche stuffed with marscapone cheese topped with berry compote to classic American standards such as fried eggs, toast, and bacon. Also, be sure to sample one of their seasonal cocktails! If I could give more than 5 stars, I would!"

"Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5. Mason Jar Cafe is a gem in the Benton Harbor's Art District. What a cozy, beautiful vibe in the city! I love the bricks, decor, and rustic look the restaurant has. The service is AMAZING! I appreciate the recommendations and knowledge of the menu the servers have. ❤️ I appreciate the clean and neat atmosphere. The food was really GOOD! There's an appreciation of the listed local food sources they use from the area. The attention to detail is spot on, the eccentric flavors are on point, and the chef knows how to cook a great meal. Overall, you'll love the area, the vibe, and the food!"

"Stopped in for lunch and am sure glad I did. We ordered one of the quiche specials with crab and the jalapeño sausage egg scramble. They both were delicious and so full of flavor. The crab quiche was like a giant crab cake full of crab and very rich. The scramble’s potatoes were nice and crispy and I loved the flavor mix with the sausage, egg, and cheese. The rye bread was also good. We found out that their breads are all from Bit of Swiss which is a major plus. I love hot sauce and they offered two. The one I chose was so good and had great heat and flavor which isn’t always true of quite spicy sauces. There were tons on the menu I want to try and we for sure will be back."

"Wonderful use of an old automotive space. Amazing food! Our waitress was friendly and personable. Attentive without being obnoxious about it. The corned beef in the hash is super flavorful, just the right amount of spice in the hash. Pancakes are the thickest pancakes I have ever seen, legitimately a half inch thick, or more. Plenty of capers came with the lox and ciabatta. Even with a fairly full house the wait for our food was not excessive. It is a little loud (nothing to dampen the noise) but we could easily carry on a conversation without speaking loudly"