Libri is very cute. the bookstore theme, the aesthetic, and the overall idea are charming. That…read moresaid, the experience completely fell flat. I went in intending to order a flavored matcha, which is listed on their website and reflected on the menus available to scan in-store. I was told they only have plain matcha with no flavor options. When I then asked for a coffee recommendation instead, the barista wasn't able to suggest anything. Paying $7 for a small coffee feels unreasonable, especially when the menu appears much more expansive online and on social media than what's actually available in person. It was disappointing to find out for the first time that the offerings don't match what's being advertised. Overall, the mismatch between presentation and reality really turned me off, as this was my first time visiting and I won't be returning

Libri is very cute and cozy. I LOVE the concept of the bookstore theme,love the aesthetic, and the…read moreoverall idea are charming. That said, I cant really speak for the different drinks and treat. Tjo they seem to have an expansive list of matches. Coffee and teas. I was there for a study session and just ordered a tea. But if or when I come back, I'll update this review.

My family was heading home from a communion party and I'm the type of Yelper that turns down free…read moremid coffee at a party to find better coffee elsewhere. Found Common Grounds on Yelp and knew it was my kind of place! The shop is modern, clean, and bright. The staff was friendly and professional. They roast their own beans. My father in law and I went with Americanos and my wife had their cold brew. The Americano was robust yet smooth and my wife enjoyed the cold brew. Definitely glad we got to try Common Grounds!

This is a reminder that the food can be excellent, but service is king. I came here with my mother…read morefor Mother's Day brunch this past Sunday at 11am. It was literally the only place I could find on short notice with reservation slots available, which maybe should have been a sign (and certainly a reminder to me to be much more proactive about this sort of thing in the future). This was sort of a meet in the middle for us; she's in Redding, CT, and I'm in North Jersey. Common Grounds is located at the end of a strip mall, though arguably a higher-end one. The parking lot was VERY busy and while spots were relatively easy to find, I had to settle for one further away close to the bowling alley next door. All good though in that regard. The first hint that this was going to go downhill happened almost immediately. Despite having made the reservation for 11, our designated table wasn't available for seating because the prior party was "lingering." There wasn't a time limit on the dining parties so it seemed like Common Grounds just made assumptions on when people would leave, which is probably not an exact science on the best of days, and certainly not on a day where you might have a family reunion element. We were offered a large high-top table to sit at instead, which my mother isn't comfortable with, and after a few minutes of sitting there, were instructed to take a "normal" table by the window. I will give props for the hostess reading the room in that regard and doing what she could to give us an optimal seating situation - the wait and miscalculation wasn't her fault. She was also very nice to my mother, which for sure counts for something. It took probably 15 minutes for our waitress to come by and ask for drink/food orders, which isn't great. I'd decided on the Blueberry Lemon Ricotta Pancakes from the Specials menu, only to be told by the waitress that they were no longer available. I then had to quickly pivot to the French Toast from the regular menu, but lack of availability is something that should have been mentioned when we received the menus, not while we're ordering. And it wasn't even noon - a little concerning. I don't know if it was just a bad day behind the scenes, but it took over 45 minutes to get two pretty simple brunch entrees to us, and almost as much time to get our beverages. That would at least be understandable if the place was packed and everyone was busy, but that wasn't the case - a lot of tables emptied up within 20 minutes of our arrival, and in a pretty troubling optic, most of the front-end waitstaff was literally just standing around by the coffee station not doing anything. That's bad management, and could have helped alleviate whatever was happening in the kitchen. You have five minutes to kill? Okay, stop by your tables and apologize for the delay. Help bus and turn over the recently vacated tables. Maybe refill my water glass, which was empty for most of my meal. There's just no excuse for that. And it's a shame because my Cardamon Rose Latte was excellent, and the French Toast was very good as well. French Toast isn't one of my go-to's, but when I have it I prefer it to be softer and not as cumbersome, and this fit the bill. But because the wait time and overall service was mediocre at best, I didn't even want to go near a dessert menu or consider having a second latte - that probably would have tacked on another hour. So by virtue of not being attentive and efficient, Common Grounds left money on the table. A real shame; and frankly, surprising to me given that this has to be a very notable day on the calendar for brunch places. I'd ensure everything was well-oiled and ready to go, and it's clear it just wasn't. I overheard quite a few people outside singing the praises of this place, and I saw enough to probably understand why. But we weren't the beneficiary of most of those qualities.

Worst Starbucks ever you never know what your going to get take a look at my sugar cookie…read moreFrappuccino that I received looks gross and tastes even worse I just handed it back to them this isn't the first Time I've ordered there and I receive a different version of whatever drink I order every time never consisitant but I just could Not drink this one zero stars for this poorly managed store I'm shocked it's still opened

New store update is awful, Starbucks removed all the seating except for 2 tables of two occupants…read more I guess it isn't much of cafe anymore. Truely disappointed! Do better!

Libre is such a cute new spot in town, a French-inspired café with a warm, modern vibe. The space…read moreis beautiful: soft lighting, velvet seating, gold accents, and plenty of greenery and flowers that make it feel cozy yet chic. It's the kind of place you actually want to linger in. I stopped in for a quick treat and coffee. The espresso was smooth and bold, served in a gorgeous black and gold cup, and the desserts looked almost too pretty to eat. I tried the chocolate cake (both the whipped cream with sprinkles and the ganache-topped slice) along with a caramel-topped panna cotta. Everything tasted fresh and felt thoughtfully made. It's a perfect spot for meeting a friend, grabbing something sweet after lunch, or even just enjoying a quiet coffee in a beautiful setting. Definitely happy to have a place like this in the neighborhood.

Stopped here after grabbing lunch with some friends. They told us it's a new location, only been…read moreopen a few months. I tried to check-in, saw it wasn't on Yelp, so I had to add it. I fell in love with the place the moment I walked in. It's located in a small strip mall, so a good amount of parking. It has a bright, modern, warm inviting interior. Staff were super friendly, service was quick, & most importantly the coffee and desserts were perfection. We had a latte, large espressos, they do espressos by small or large, not single, double, or triple, & an assortment of desserts. Everything gets an A! This would definitely be a go-to for me, if it weren't so far away. I guess the next time I visit these friends, I'll have to make a return visit.

Though the Jefferson Valley is very small, it makes me happy they do have a place to get your…read morecaffeine fix! I had passed this kiosk so many times until finally trying it out. In my defense, a lot of times I would be at the mall past 5PM and it would be too late for a coffee. I tried the iced Nutella white mocha latte and it really hit the spot. Great addition to the mall!

I love living in this area..lots of great spots..coffee wise, there is a DD and a Starbucks on…read morealmost ever corner. But let's not forget about the "Mom & Pop" small businesses that make the area so wonderful to live in. Kool Beans is absolutely one of those great little gems!! Perfectly snuggled right in the front entrance lobby of the JV Mall ( 1st level, behind the elevator ) This place is Charming, friendly, plenty of seating ( High top tables, chairs, even cozy couches with a flat screen TV ). The Coffee is always perfect! And The food is yummy! This spot is not just a place for mall employees to take a break..this is a fantastic place to come, grab breakfast or lunch, have a cup of coffee, maybe even watch a few episodes of "Friends". Come check out the great little eatery right in our neighborhood hiding right in plain sight. ENJOY!!

Wow, just wow. The Bagel Emporium is clearly the place to be in Yorktown Heights. Even on Father's…read moreDay, the entire shop was moving and grooving with a line of customers and so many delicious looking options to choose from. My friend has been raving about this place for years, so I was excited to finally experience it for myself. I enjoyed a very large iced coffee and a gluten-free bagel with egg and cheese. The staff explained that the gluten free bagel was not made in house and would take a little extra time, which I appreciated. While waiting, I was honestly impressed by how smoothly everything ran. From bagels coming out of the oven to the sandwich assembly line, the team worked like a well oiled machine. Everything we saw looked delicious and what we had definitely lived up to the hype. We even came back before leaving town to bring home goodies because, as my friend says, the bagels just are not the same anywhere else!

I stopped in around lunchtime on a weekend. The tables were full, but there was quick turnover, so…read morewe easily snag a table. There are lots of different types of customers coming in and out, which I think is always a good sign. I thought the bagels were very good, and I have never seen so many different types of spread, including a cookie monster cream cheese. They really slab on any kind of spread, so bring an extra container if you want to siphon off any of the spread for later. (This is what I wish I had done with the whitefish spread!) They're also are a lot of sweet pastries, which looked really appealing. It feels a teeny bit sterile, but I won't fault it for that. I suppose that also means it felt very clean and tidy.

1. Best coffee for miles around. Matt (the owner) is a perfectionist…read more 2. Friendly, neighborhood feel where an assortment of locals congregate and everyone feels welcome, whatever your age, background, political views etc. 3. Great atmosphere, including choice selection of period music and curated display of vintage sheet music covers on the walls.

Unbelievable gem! Phenomenal coffee and pastries - and the cutest most warm atmosphere.read more

We love stopping by this cute little spot for iced coffees! They have tons of flavors to choose…read morefrom, the service is always great, and the owner couldn't be sweeter. The prices are really reasonable too!"

Fantastic place!! I had a large black iced coffee with two shots of espresso - simply the best I…read moreever had! Family owned with great service and a cozy vibe. You won't be disappointed!!

SO GOOD!! the person who took our order was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. he truly knew the…read moreright questions to ask us about our orders and the knows menu in and out! the food was absolutely delicious + unique!!! the cafe is stunning, it looks straight out of a movie! cannot wait to go back!!

We were looking for a café, where we could set up a board game, get a nice cup of coffee, and the…read moremusic would not be so loud that we could not enjoy one another's company. When I say, we found the perfect spot, we found the perfect spot. They were playing music, but not at that stupid loud volume that everybody seems to think they need to play music in a venue where you want to have a meal with friends or a cup of coffee and chat. It was there, but not intrusive. It was a great combination of eclectic without that mainstream pablum that you hear in every Starbucks, every elevator, every doctors office, everywhere. They had a wonderful selection of coffee and all of it was very reasonably priced. The staff was lovely; greeted me immediately and went out of their way to be kind. We found a great table and we were able to play and never felt like we were taking up too much space. Other people found their tables and everybody was very friendly. The decor was funky and just what I want from a café. They had food and pastries that I didn't get a chance to try, but my mocha with oat milk was fantastic. We live in Connecticut, but we might travel to go here, just because. Just because.

Was passing through the area and wanted a cup of coffee. I had bookmarked this place on Yelp, due…read moreto the great ratings. Located in a downtown area, place is pretty big, with a lot of cool seating. Woman working behind the counter was friendly and worked me through their coffee choices. I went with their house dark roast, they roast their own beans. They also use real mugs for customers that are staying to enjoy the coffee. That really adds to the experience. Coffee was delicious, cafe was a great place to sit and relax. I would gladly return!

This spot is the type of place that you can tell is very central to the town and community. It was…read morepacked - though not overly so - and had a lot of quirky ambiance - local flyers and art. There's some outdoor seating. The flat whites were just right. There were lots of great pastry and baked goods options. Clean bathrooms! Barista was very nice and gave a hello.