Our Story

… is really a fairy tale!!

Kimberly and Charles lived and worked in New York City but always dreamed of owning their own business.

After searching around the tri-state area, Kim and Charles decided to open Once Upon A Table in 1998 in historic Chester amongst the backdrop of some of New Jersey’s most beautiful countryside.  Originally conceived as a high-end gourmet bistro and catering business that also sold home accessories and furniture, Kim and Charles’ creativity for buying unique pieces of furniture and home accessories transformed Once Upon A Table into a home furnishings business.  Customer requests for interior design services resulted in the creation of the Interior Design Studio in the Spring of 2000.

Today, Once Upon A Table is a full-service home furnishings and interior design store occupying a 5,000 square foot former general store offering an eclectic mix of furniture and accessories to compliment your home.  From the Old World charm and romantic grandeur of a bye-gone era to today’s sophisticated transitional style, Once Upon A Table will enhance the serenity and intimacy of your home with treasures you will cherish for a lifetime.

Browse our Gallery, relax and enjoy epicurean fare in our highly acclaimed Café, and cherish the elegance, exceptional style and artistic beauty of Once Upon A Table. Weave your own story of enchanting warmth and elegance . . . a story that could only begin with Once Upon A Table.