Willow & Whisk is a New Jersey-based restaurant group that began in Wyckoff in 2020 before expanding to a second location in Millburn. The business was founded by AJ and Rich DiBenedetto, Evan D’Auge, and general manager Anna Bischoff with a focus on elevated breakfast and lunch service. While the company operates as a restaurant rather than a commercial roasting facility, it is documented for serving a curated selection of specialty coffee drinks. Their beverage program features specific whole bean blends and espresso-based offerings prepared for their brunch menu.
Ownership
Willow & Whisk is an independent, family-owned restaurant founded by AJ and Rich DiBenedetto, their cousin Evan D’Auge, and general manager Anna Bischoff.
Founded
2020
Roasting
Roasting arrangement not independently verified.
What it's known for
Willow & Whisk is widely recognized as a premier brunch destination in Bergen County, having won multiple 'Best of Bergen' awards for its breakfast and brunch service.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand does not disclose specific sourcing information, farm names, or regions for its coffee program. They offer proprietary blends such as 'Maya Blue' and 'Steady Beat' but do not provide details on the origin or processing of these coffees.
Notable coffees
— Maya Blue Blend
— Steady Beat
In the news
Recent news and media coverage about Willow & Whisk, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.
Willow & Whisk was named the winner for Best Breakfast in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards for Bergen County. The recognition highlights the brand's focus on elevated breakfast and brunch classics using fresh, innovative ingredients.
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-26. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. I could not verify the specific roaster or the sourcing origins of the coffee blends served at the restaurant.
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