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Blue Bottle Cafe, Hopewell, NJ

Blue Bottle Cafe

4.9
4.9
1498 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
101 East Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ 08525

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions

March 7, 2025

Dear Friends, Guests, and Patrons of Blue Bottle,

It’s the end of an era. After 19 incredible years, The Blue Bottle Cafe will close its doors on Saturday, April 19th. We are so grateful for all the memories we have helped create and share with each of you. In the meantime, we will continue to take reservations through the 19th, so be sure to book a spot and enjoy a last supper with us. Thank you for 19 amazing years; we couldn’t have done it without you.

Sincerely,
Rory, Aaron, and Team Blue!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Modern European, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Aaron Philipson
  • Catering
    Customized catering for your off-premise event is available. Please contact the restaurant directly for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    With three individual dining rooms, the Blue Bottle Café can accommodate private lunches and dinners from 10 to 60 guests. Please call the restaurant directly to learn more about our private spaces and availability.
  • Neighborhood
    Hopewell
  • Cross street
    Elm Street
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot on site with street parking on Elm Street. Additional parking available behind Borough Hall.
  • Additional
    Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout

What 1,498 people are saying

Blue Bottle Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blue Bottle Cafe has delighted patrons with its "amazing" food and warm, welcoming atmosphere for nearly two decades. Known for its "unique flavor" combinations and ever-changing menu, it offers a "cozy" dining experience with "friendly service." As a BYOB venue, it combines high-end cuisine with affordability.
1,498 Reviews
  1. Frances VIP

    New York City40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fabulous dinner! Sorry, I did not discover it soon enough. Just started coming here over the last year. Food is outstanding and menu changes constantly. Always delicious and unique flavor. Something you would see in a high end restaurant without the high end price. Also, BYOB! So sad that the restaurant will be closing, tomorrow is there last day. Congratulations on leaving on a high note. You will be missed!

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  2. Anderson

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thankful that we were able to have one last meal at Blue Bottle Cafe before they close. This has been our special occasion restaurant for almost 18 years and every time we have come, our meals have been fantastic. From our first meal that had minted peas and spaetzle to our meal last night where we were able to share everything with our 10 year old, the food has always been amazing. The service also amazing and a huge shout out to Rory, who always made us feel special. We will miss this place so much.

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  3. Rachel

    New York City16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We were looking forward to going to the Blue Bottle and on the whole it did not disappoint. Unfortunately my father's strip steak was a little chewy, and the hostess/front of house woman was almost rude when we mentioned it. Chef was very friendly and us definitely talented. I wish them well.

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  4. Louise

    Philadelphia27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Last chance for a superior meal. The Blue Bottle will be closing for good an April 19, what a loss to this community!

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  5. Karl VIP

    Philadelphia33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My final goodbye to the Blue Bottle on the evening of its 19th Anniversary on March 22. Hard to decide on what to order with a lot of favorites through the years on the menu. Finally chose the Blue Bottle salad, Iberico pork, and apple strudel. Our favorite waitress over the years made sure our evening went well. Owner Rory stoped by our table for a final goodbye chat before stepping out for the evening. The closing of the restaurant leaves a big hole in my stomach. I wish everyone well & success in whatever the next chapter brings. You may still be able to make a reservation before the restaurant’s last night on April 19, 2025.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always good to we will miss the restaurant when it closes!

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  7. Jonathan

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    For 20 years it has been the best restaurant in the area. Exquisite food and wonderful people. Thank you for all the memories.

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  8. D VIP

    New York City1252 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    You guys are going to be a tough act to follow! It was really outstanding over all those years.

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  9. Megan

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Blue Bottle has been a favorite of ours for a long time, no matter what you order, it’s amazing! The flavor combinations are unsurpassed!!! And the profiteroles? Oh my!!!

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  10. Frederick

    New Jersey2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Ambiance is cozy and relaxed. Staff is attentive but not intrusive. It's BYOW so the wine was excellent. The dishes were flavorful, plentiful and well presented. Overall, well pleased and would visit again.

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FAQs

Blue Bottle Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 333-1710.

Blue Bottle Cafe is rated 4.9 stars by 1498 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Google Map for Blue Bottle Cafe

101 East Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ 08525

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Elm Street
  • Neighborhood
    Hopewell
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Modern European, Contemporary French / American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot on site with street parking on Elm Street. Additional parking available behind Borough Hall.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Aaron Philipson
  • Additional
    Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Customized catering for your off-premise event is available. Please contact the restaurant directly for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    With three individual dining rooms, the Blue Bottle Café can accommodate private lunches and dinners from 10 to 60 guests. Please call the restaurant directly to learn more about our private spaces and availability.
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