Along Route 9 in Lakewood Township, you will find a cozy cafe. I have been wanting to come there…read moreever since discovering it on Yelp. Brand: 5/5 From the sign to the wooden logo to the solid font, Kava Coffee House maintains a cozy aesthetic as a cafe in Lakewood. It is formally certified as a kosher eatery by the Kashrus Council of Lakewood, NJ. You will also find the wood theme plays out in the interior as well, with wooden panels and the wooden signs. Website: 5/5 The opening page offers you a glimpse into the classy design, from the images to the cool color scheme to the overall theme. I did like the interactive pages of the online menu. Kava powers the website through Order2, which has an advanced online ordering system. It also takes you to the basic description of the business, which discusses the cozy atmosphere and the extensive food selection. Wait Time: 5/5 I experienced no issues or delays with my order. Indeed, the establishment uses the name basis when announcing the order. Ambiance: 4/5 I did like the smooth jazz playing over the radio and the authentic fireplace at the center of the establishment, warming it during the winter. The wood panels on the floors and the walls evoke the cozy vibe of a cafe. Around noon, the establishment can get noisy and cluttered, though it did not prove cumbersome compared to the rickety table. I did not have any issue with the seats nor the space within the medium-sized dining area. Drink: 5/5 I ordered the Kava Supreme Frappuccino, which is their signature frappuccino, consisting of cookies & cream, caramel, peanut butter, blended with coffee, and ice cream, topped with whip cream, drizzle, and cookie crumble. It definitely has a sweet taste, but it did not overwhelm me, despite having so many ingredients. The caramel and the coffee did give it the spicy aftertaste. The ice cream did give it a smooth texture without making the frappuccino tedious to drink. Service: 5/5 I did not experience any issue with the staff. They did have patience with me when I blanked out on my order and had to return to the menu to remember what I wanted. Worth The Money?: 3/5 The Kava Supreme Frappuccino encapsulated the brand succinctly within a signature drink. The way the website uses interactive pages manages to introduce anyone to the menu items, including a section dedicated to their specialty dishes, in such a way unique to the establishment. The wait time it took to make the Kava Supreme Frappuccino matched the quality, and it did not feel tedious with nothing about the ambiance interfering my experience. The staff put a lot of effort into their dishes, and the specialty drinks are no exception. Based on my first impressions, I will say that Kava Coffee House managed to get me in a good mood with its fireplace and the smooth music. That good mood stayed with me throughout the time I enjoyed the Kava Supreme Frappuccino. The website reflects the ambiance of the business with its overall design. While the staff cooking in the background can be tedious if you sit too close to the kitchen, the noise did not burden me. Would I say that the price was worth it? I will say that I would have gotten a drink like the Kava Supreme Frappuccino to cost the same regardless of the cafe, however the other menu items did prove beyond my personal budget. Considering the maintenance of the website design and the fireplace, I will say that the ambiance and website do justify the high prices, but only a little. Rating: 5/5 Stars Between four or five stars, I ultimately chose five stars, because the experience going to Kava Coffee House made their signature drink worth it. Its taste stayed with me throughout the day. A lot of care has been put on Kava Coffee House and I have hope that it will continue to serve Lakewood Township. Recommend To... Anyone who is looking for a quick coffee without buying any additional snacks.

When I am running around town, I'll stop here and grab a basic coffee. I don't stay inside and sip,…read morebut I don't do that at Starb's either. It's an order, grab and go. Service has been good, no issues and the coffee is hto and made the way I like it. No complaints.

Strong dark Colombian brewed coffee. Individually dripped before me!…read more Sweet sweet staff! You could add your own milk at the fixins' station.... I really recommend asking the staff for some proper CREAM (it's behind the counter .) Very epic and yummy. This cafe is quite popular with local families. Hence, I got my Joe to GO. Delicious and lovely. As was the slender shaped carrot cake.

Visited French Press Coffee today and I won't be going back. I'm surprised by the other reviews,…read morebut they may be for the food. We had a cappuccino and an iced coffee. The cappuccino was like frothed milk without the espresso (even though it is in there). The iced coffee is extremely bitter and is almost unbearable. The girl at the front was so busy watching videos on her phone that she barely heard our order and even messed mine up. Thankfully she remade it. The location desperately needs an update and a deep cleaning. I really had high hopes for this spot.

I got a toasted bagel with cream cheese and lox. It was delicious! The service was fast. The place…read morewas open and clean.

Went there for a donut because a few years ago, I had a wonderful donut that was glazed and warm…read more This time the donuts were literally piled looking like a volcano of donuts. I asked about the warm donut I had and the cashier told me to leave it out in the sun. Hilarious? Not really. Coming back? No way!

BRICK: walking into California Cold Co. feels like stepping into a perfectly timed midday reset…read morewith buzzing energy, great music, and a crowd happily fueling up on caffeine. Leashed and friendly dogs are welcome inside as well as at the outdoor tables, making it an easy stop for you and your pup. Their craft drinks are thoughtfully made, with a mix of everyday favorites and creative seasonal specials, plus light bites to round out your visit. We loved spotting a couple of other dogs soaking up the outing with their families, always a good sign you have found a gem. They also have a location in Manalapan, so you have got options when the craving hits.

I had heard about California Cold Co. a couple of times and finally decided to try it out. I first…read morewent to the Brick location of California Cold Co. and ordered a matcha. They had a special matcha for a limited time called the Applejacks matcha, so I ordered that. I had them take off the white chocolate and do oat milk because I'm vegan. I absolutely loved it. It was so delicious and flavorful, and it was the best flavored matcha I had had in a long time. I do love regular, traditional matcha with no flavoring, so I'm not talking about that. I'm just talking about a flavored matcha that was so good. After a couple of weeks, I went to the Manalapan location and had the same matcha. While it was not as good as the Brick one, I didn't really hold that against them. Then a couple of weeks later, I went back to the Brick location and they told me they didn't have matcha because they ran out. They said their customers who really love matcha were not happy about it either, and that they didn't know when they were going to get it back in. That's why I took away one star. They are a business and should make an effort to always have matcha available. Matcha not being available one day is one thing, but not having it and not knowing when it's coming back is another thing. I just don't think that's acceptable. Besides that, this place is really good. Their drinks seem really creative. I've mostly only had the matcha because I love matcha. It also seems like a really nice place to sit and study, and it always seems clean. The day they didn't have the matcha, I got a chai tea instead and it wasn't that great, so I know not to get the chai again. Overall, I do like California Cold Co. a lot and I hope the whole matcha thing doesn't happen again. It seems like a really good, solid place.

Honestly, the couple that owns this restaurant has got to be the sweetest couple I have ever met…read more We ordered the personal pizza, the salmon entree, and the shakshuka. Each of them were fantastic, plus we walked out spending $45 for 3 people. The atmosphere is chill. It's a sit-down, waiter service restaurant, though you pay at the counter after eating. This is definitely a family-friendly restaurant through and through. I would highly recommend Panini Cafe to anyone. Come and enjoy this because I definitely am.

DO NOT RECOMMEND!!! They charge $13.00 for delivery!!!!!!! That's an insane fee to charge and when…read morewe called to ask if they deliver the woman on the phone did not specify that there was a delivery fee. It was only after we called back did she say there was a HUGE delivery charge. Then she proceeded to argue with us about this.

We stopped in on Monday around 11:30 am. I got the challah french toast. It was spongy and crisp at…read morethe same time. Came with a dollop of whipped butter and a pitcher of syrup. I had a latte with vanilla syrup. Tasted great. My companion got a cauliflower dish. She loved it! There was a biscuit with pimento cheese, eggs avocado and breaded cauliflower with potatoes. It was huge! She loved it. The decor is country clean. Staff is pleasant! Highly recommend!

This was my second time visiting Taylor Sam's . My first visit was for breakfast, and this time I…read morestopped in for lunch. I'll start with the burger. I ordered the Mom Burger, which is a Swiss burger topped with mushrooms on a brioche bun. It also came with a good portion of fries and a side of pickles. The burger itself was pretty solid -- good flavor and a satisfying size. At $16, the portion felt fair considering the amount of fries you get with it. One thing I noticed was an additional charge for sauces. I asked about it, and they explained that all their sauces are made in-house, which is why they charge $1 per sauce. Honestly, that makes sense when they're homemade. Now the star of the show for me was actually the drink. After looking over the menu a bit more, I decided to try the LA Metro coffee drink with almond milk. I'm not a big coffee drinker, but for $5.99, I have to say it was really good. Definitely something I'd order again. I also want to mention the customer service. The girl working at the counter was extremely nice -- probably some of the best customer service I've had in a while. She didn't rush anything, answered my questions, and was very professional and friendly. I asked about the specials, the cakes they offer, and even whether they were doing a St. Patrick's Day platter, which they are. Overall, it was a really good experience. Good food, great drink, and excellent customer service. I'd definitely recommend stopping by Taylor Sam's if you're in the area.

Didn't expect much here but it was a simple breakfast for us and it was delicious. Excellent coffee…read morewith a bagel with creamed cheese, lox and tomato. They paired perfectly. Probably should have tried one of the donuts, they looked fantastic! My boss got the two eggs with breakfast potatoes and got three eggs which were cooked right. The potatoes were ok, should have been cooked more to have a golden crisp on them but they weren't bad. Service was prompt behind the counter but we walked in first thing in the morning just after they opened.

I normally goes to the location on river av. They're great there . On 1/2825 I went for the first…read moretime at the location 600 e county line rd. They over charge me by $3.00 for the same thing I normally get at the other location. On a scale of 1-10 I gave them one I'm never going back to that locatio.

Great coffee shop with pastries as well. It's like going to a family members house…read more Worth the visit for sure.

This place s a neighborhood favorite . Owners are super friendly , family owned , great place to…read moreget delicious gourmet coffee and deserts and pastries . Also has gluten free options and the best homemade Italian breads and specialty pasta and sauces

Was so excited to have a breakfast sandwich. The bacon sausage egg wrap looked fantastic online,…read moreand I was so excited. When I bit into it, it was like the feeling when you open a big bag of chips to only have it 1/3rd full. Very disappointed by the air filled wrap with just 1 strip of bacon not even chopped up and mixed in. Would not recommend.

One of the busiest locations in Ocean County for sure as it is off of Route 70. Regardless, the…read morestaff is ALWAYS wonderful, so sweet & I have received consistently well crafted beverages & food for as long as I have been a customer! Ordering ahead on the app is a personal recommendation as if you are one of those people who can't stand to wait in line for more than 5 minutes at a CONSISTENTLY busy location, you'll give yourself less to complain about. :))) The baristas keep crowds moving & are super apologetic about wait times. Coming from a fellow barista, drinks CAN take long to make especially when you order something with 500 mods and notes to read through. Be kind, appreciate your baristas & treat them well this holiday season and all year long! They do what they can :)