Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Reviews
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Jamie O'Reilly
3 weeks ago
Really cool place. Loved that kids are welcomed. Makes it a great place to come on raining or cold days. Kids had scooters, bubbles, picnics. Huge inside with a great atmosphere. Very enjoyable spot.
M B
3 months ago
Imagine mixing lower Manhattan on a Sunday, a mall and a corporate office building in a blender, and you've got Bell Works. A coffee shop, ice cream store, burger shop, taco restaurant, cafeteria, convenience store, dentist, barber, spa, gym, well, you get the idea. Not to mention an open -air bar and a place downstairs for private events. There's even a studio were podcasts are done. Be sure to check out the escape room, as well as the virtual reality arcade.
Jane Z
9 months ago
This contemporary space reminds us of We Work space in NYC but a lot larger scale. Such a cool & sleek building open to the public. As you enter you re surrounded by large potted fiddle fig trees and a fountain and retail shops beside the atrium. There s an astroturf field at the center of the left wing that s perfect for the kids to run around. You can play ball or use their beanbags to just lay back and chill. Our kids had their scooter which I was surprised are allowed as long as they wear helmets. The center of the building is great for studying or getting work done. Each table has a charging station which was so neat. & tech friendly. There s an artisan market place & bar with adequate seating all around. Plus a beautiful outdoor patio that overlooks their man-made pond. The modern furniture and fire pits really elevates the outdoor space. The other wing of the building has a full indoor basketball ball court. Such an innovative space perfect working solo or group gatherings.
Pu G
2 months ago
Great indoor area for children and adults! Sit, read, just relax while kids play around!
Sara Dowd
a week ago
This place is really awesome. So many cool stores and activities. Loved bringing my son with his scooter. Basketball court inside. Nice for a rainy day.
wei zhang
3 months ago
Successful case of building renovation and reuse. Large space reminds the golden age of bells lab, and AT&T
Kimone A
7 months ago
Amazing space and amazing history. Basketball court, food and drinks, golf, escape room, per grooming and it's pet friendly!! Live music and farmers market vibes and even a day care! Work spaces and a barber shop this place has it all and smells so good. Parking is endless and the grounds are so well-kept
Rose
a month ago
Attended a conference here and it was nice. Didn't have to walk so much. The theater, breakout rooms, and conference area was a decent size. The only thing we noticed was that when we were eating with everyone it was a bit disorganized. The banquet staff could be a bit nicer. The WiFi worked well. It's also pretty cool how there's regular businesses there.
Ignat Rotenbart
3 months ago
a giant center of gravity. offices and shops, food and entertainment, you can find everything in this place.
Stelianos Papadapalu
4 days ago
I used to ride my bike in the parking lot when this was Bell Labs, then race out cars when this place was closed! Haha. I was so excited to hear when they were going to make something of this place since it s been closed for years! I ve been coming here now since it reopened during COVID. I now have a little girl who loves coming here and playing on the turf area. The one thing I want to mention is how safe it is here. You can get up and walk away and truck that your stuff will be there when you return! How do I know that? I ordered food and decided to go sit down in the lounge area. About 25 minutes later I realized I had forgotten my drink by the resultants counter. Upon walking over I see my drink on the counter and my whole bag. It s filled of money, my wallet, my ids, my headphones.. bascailly my life. It was untouched. No where else could that have happened! Bell works is a great place to visit for adults and children. Bar Bella is an added plus. Check their hours. You ll love this place.
Bernard Jeremy
a year ago
A very interesting space. I can see why it s being used more for movies/television productions. A space that feels almost virtual in nature, an indoor shopping mall meets community center meets business structure. A unique place to spend some time.
Elena Speiser
a month ago
Great place to bring the kids to burn off some energy in the winter. We also love the markets on Wednesdays!
leonore montagne
3 months ago
There are stores but some people just use the downstairs apart of the building to get their laps in it is quite large. There is also a large section that has A place for children to play. My grandchildren bring down ball and play kickball together My one grandson loves doing cartwheels. He has plenty of room here! Certain times of the year they have a market on I believe it's Wednesdays where vendors bring their goods.
Natanel Junger
a year ago
Just made an event here. We had over 1600 people show up and the event turned out incredible. We used the ballroom downstairs in a mixture of theatre style seating and buffet. We filled the capacity to the max more or less and next time I do an event there if we were anticipating more than 1750 I would move the event to the main lobby.Excellent, attentive and hard working staff here.Shout out to Matt, Blane, and Nathan who really helped make out event happen.
Sebastian Ortega
11 months ago
Hands down a great facility. Whether you're working remotely, studying, hosting event, or looking to get out of the house, Bell Works satisfies every need. Ranging from ping pong to a library, it's an awesome environment. Whenever I need to get a study session in, this is my go to place.
Jerry Pinaha
5 months ago
This place is awesome! Such a great building with a really comfortable atmosphere inside and out. The grounds are massive and so wonderfully maintained. Play areas inside along with sitting areas and work spaces. Visitors are limited to the first floor. The upper floors are offices. Nice outdoor space which features a patio and bar area. Many businesses inside somewhat like a mall scenario. What we really liked is that it's pet friendly. We had a great visit and will be back with family someday.
Lauren J. Cooke
8 months ago
I absolutely love Bell Works. It's a great place to go for lunch, or a sweet treat, or to just sit and work or people watch. They have a great "farmer's and maker's market" every Wednesday that I would highly recommend. Each table has unique gifts for yourself or to give, as well as tasty foods ranging from sweet desserts to vinegary pickles.
John Cardinale
6 months ago
Awesome spot to go and bring your kids or dogsThey have lots of space inside and tons of items you can do for freeThey have some awesome stores and food options all around including some great barsHighly recommend when temperatures drop or on a rainy day, great spot to go
Alvester Garnett
a year ago
It's HUGE on both the inside and outside. The inside area which I guess could be considered a mall is large and expansive to the point it's almost overwhelming. It's an impressive modernist building that's 3 football fields long and I think maybe 10 to 15 stories tall.It's not pretty but it definitely shows that the original owner, Bell Laboratories spent some big bucks erecting this monster of a building. It reminds of some of the huge overbuilt public buildings in modern day metropolitan China.I gather there might be some community related programs within but I was only there in the evening performing on the huge back patio deck.
dani b
a year ago
My folks worked here decades ago. I remember visiting them, but definitely didn't remember just how HUGE this building is! Now it seems like it's turning into some kind of shopping center. The design is cold and devoid of feeling... except for sadness. The nostalgia of childhood is there for me though. My parents made lifelong friends working here. Since really great engineering minds! Would love to go in the spring or summer and sit on the huge deck and have a drink at the outdoor bar. Otherwise, I'm a bit confused about what is happening here? Are people occupying the offices upstairs? I miss the bustling of people milling about with pocket protectors.
Pramod Sankar L
2 years ago
My first time here, just for leisure. Very cool place to hang out, nice ambience and interior decorations, stunning architecture they have set up there. Reminds me more of NYC workspace buildings. You have pretty much every facility available from Gym to Montessori - especially if your office space is here. I visited on a Saturday, they had a marketplace set up with various stalls, my kid enjoyed being there. Couldn't explore all those entertainment stores they have out there. But not many eatery options open during the weekends considering it was crowded.
Dan Gaudiano
a year ago
Loved this place! It was huge and very open. So much to see and do. Art, games, food, walking, VR, escape rooms and bball. Although we couldn't play bball because it is only for the workers.On a hot Day it is a great escape!!
Sandra Peterson
4 weeks ago
Fabulous place! I was so impressed! Fabulous day out for the family. Love ,the events, on Wednesdays.. and it's super nice when the Black ties, are playing.
ROSEANN MEZZACAPPA
a year ago
I went on a Wednesday to the market. Lots of Delicious baked goods and very unique items!It definitely was something to do on a Wednesday afternoon from 11:00 to 4:00.I walked around the building and enjoyed all the sites and eateries as well!
Sunni Mari
5 months ago
We had fun. Seen a dog costume contest. Shopped vendors and ate ice cream.
JJ G
a year ago
This place is ABSURD!! Mind blowingly cool honestly. Stopped here to meet a friend while on vacation in the area. Couldn t have imagined it would be at this giant campus that houses a huge, serious looking office space in the center. Little would you know that it s no longer an office but I d call it a mall. (I ve heard people refer to it as a metroburb? ) whatever you call it, it s awesome.Inside is huge, it has the outdoors but indoors vibe with big open spaces, some covered in turf grass, for open play area for kids. Full size basketball courts, fountains, etc. These amenities make walking around a joy, something new every loop.There s a pharmacy, clothing stores, a branch of the local library. There s a burger joint, coffee shop, and lounge/bar with outdoor seating when it s warm.There so much to do and see, I hope this place stays around and continues to grow for a very long time. Worth a trip if you re in the area!
Yash Kolhatkar
2 years ago
Really nice place to get work done in the mornings. Fun things to do including escape room (escapology), indoor basketball, indoor turf field. A nice and peaceful environment overall and really close to food places including chipotle, Jozu, and Jersey Freeze. Would recommend this place to anyone who needs a quiet, new place to relax and get work done.
Ryan Galager
4 years ago
Awesome place! It's open to the public and is truly something to behold. As an architecture student I really appreciate the building for what it is. We politely asked if it was possible to go to one of the upper floors, but the security guard declined our request.
Rob Barden
a week ago
Did I just walk into the future that was unbelievable I went to shoot some golf in doorsFriendly staff kids running around parents working love it definitely going to go back to experience some of the other shops
Paul Dawson
a year ago
We went as part of the Jersey Shore Chinese School (JSCS) New Year's program. Bell Works provided a wonderful venue for the Dragon dance, along with dancers and singers. As a non Chinese person, I go to JSCS Saturday mornings to learn the language and culture of Taiwan. All are welcome.