This BN Starbucks cafe is a hidden little gem. I wouldn't think to do work inside of a Barnes and Noble, but because the cafe area is so clean and spacious I can easily see myself returning for some productive work sessions. When I stopped in during a weekday it was incredibly quiet too, which I loved. The barista was super friendly and engaging and it was nice to be greeted with such a warm smile. They still have pumpkin lattes (but only for a bit longer, ugh) so this was a major treat. I also tried a heated cinnamon toast crunch cookie and it was so ooey gooey and delicious. Though this is a Starbucks because it's a cafe the menu feels larger than a typical Starbucks. They have savory items like soups, flatbreads and mac and cheese as well as a big dessert case with lots of cakes and cheesecakes. There aren't many cafes / coffee shops on this side of town, so it's nice to remember that I have this option inside the local Barnes and Noble. I'd happily return to leaf through some books or get work done while enjoying a coffee and snack. read more

The Barnes and Noble Cafe in Morris Plains is a pleasure to frequent. Jesse, the cafe manager is efficient, friendly and proactive in dealing with customers. The cafe is always clean and welcoming and the staff well trained and customer oriented....all in my view a credit to Jesse and his managerial skills. During CoVid Barnes and Noble and the cafe have been and are a welcome haven. read more

Beware! They are not enforcing mask wearing for shoppers who claim to have a medical exemption. Additionally, the shopper with the medical exemption told me she was immune to covid (but had no vaccine or never had covid, not to mention could not explain how she had "antibodies"). Laughable. read more

I used to study here frequently and still drop by often to this spot. The staff are friendly and engaging (they even got to know me by name) but are often understaffed, especially during peak times. They do try. It's a good place to sip on your drink and peruse through some book selections. They sell Starbucks coffee so you know what to expect. Do note that there are no power outlets in the cafe itself. Sometimes I'll see people scattered throughout the store next to outlets with their electronic devices. Keep that in mind if you want to use this place to spend time at. read more

Starbucks coffee, cheesecake factory products and gluten free chicken tenders, all you need for a little break at a book store. They are under staffed so in peak hours you have to wait for your order a while. Plus they only have two big tables and single people with laptops grab them forever with a huge pile of books and/or magazines, so it's sometimes hard for a family to find a comfortable place to sit, but this is one of my favorites book store cafes. read more

Barnes and Noble Café - Cafes Near Me - Morris Plains, New Jersey

A really good place to come relax with coffee and skim through books you may want to buy. The bakery has a really good selection of food and the staff is very friendly. The food is tasty and perfect for a light meal. read more

Waited 26 minutes for a cup of black coffee. At first they tried to give me a shot of espresso topped with hot water because "they ran out of coffee" and "that's how they do it when they run out." I tried the cup of lukewarm espresso water and then asked for a real coffee. I was met with an attitude from the dirty looking barista who told me that would take an additional 10 minutes but at this point I was fully invested in the experience so I chose to wait. The only positive would be that since the coffee shop is in a book store I could bang out a novel next time I go in for a simple cup of 26 minute coffee. read more

I used to frequent this spot to study however the management has left me looking for other places. When the managers are present, they search out visitors like vultures and force a menu upon them and don't leave until you order something. Also there aren't any outlets so study sessions requiring electronics don't last long. read more