small world has been the nexus princeton - my "cortado" every day was my ritual 1993-2021…read morenow i live in los angeles but buy swc roasted coffee by mail. this month i visited nj revisit my faves and try what's new. the lines move fast but swc nassau has a pick-up table all day so online customers skip the line. the "pile driver" has been my "breakfast of champions" . now there are 5 drivers & you can choose from 4 "dipping sauces". i fell in love with green sauce which was herby and tangy! my fave is still "the pile driver" because "niman ranch bacon" is still the heart of this sandwich which comes in a "brioche bun" cooked and assembled by the "worldlings" who make the big difference from and other coffee haus in princeton. many of jessica's most talented artisans, like her local sourced everything, are still here, like the customers, because small world has been the best ever since 1993! from los angeles, "i can dream of cortados and pile drivers and the worldlings who take care for us!

I saw the last review and went here for matcha latte #1 of the day. I don't have much to say about…read morethe café ambiance since I took my order to go but the latte was very good.

From the outside this does not look like a icecream shop so it's easy to be missed. This is your…read moretypical go to spot for classic icecream flavors. I would recommend.

Unfortunately my son got food poisoning from a milk shake. He was the only person in the family…read morethat ordered a shake instead of ice cream so I'm assuming the milk used in the shake had gone bad. Service at this location is mediocre and does appear very clean.

My first time-- I've been waiting for this one after always coming at inopportune times when…read morethere's too long of a line. Honestly, after having this now, I would have waited in all of those lines. Texture-- great. Firm, but still soft enough to scoop and eat without chew. Vanilla flavor was amazing and chocolate too. I usually establish a baseline on those flavors first-- and Bent Spoon knocked it out of the park. Staff here are pretty helpful despite the limited space here in the store. They were quick to serve samples, and get me helped. Not a lot of space in the store itself to linger, although there are some green spaces and benches across the street. If you'd like to eat it indoors you'll probably find yourself fighting others trying to do the same. Otherwise, plan on crowds during any evening, and all weekend. If you find a line, send one representative to wait, go walk around the area or the Princeton campus, and then come back. It's well worth the wait.

Black sesame lover - this is for you. I had low expectation, but the bent spoon delivered! It's…read morevery sesame-y, but it does not taste burnt. I did try a few samples, but most of them aren't exactly for me. I also wanted a flavor that would complement well with the black sesame. That flavor ended up being earl grey. It was perfect. They balance each other well. My coworker recommended this place. He did warn me that the line is long, but it moves fast! He was right. I do have to say I LOVE their paper cone shape for the ice cream. It's smart. It holds the ice cream. It prevents us from accidentally pushing the top scoop off the cone.

I loved this coffee place at the corner. S lot of students, as at any coffee place in Princeton and…read morenot too much seats. The cortado is great and I was offered a glass of sparkling water too, which was really nice.

I though the coffee here was just average. I bit too burnt for my tastes. I found that the small…read moreworld coffee around the corner (or served at jammin crepes nearby) was a smoother taste. Very crowded interior, was hard to navigate.

This was matcha latte #2 of the day (iced mango matcha with boba). I am going to try to recreate…read morethis in my kitchen since I don't live near this place and it was so good. The coconut milk flavor didn't overpower the matcha flavor like in my last DIY attempt. I took my order to go but I noticed that the café was very quiet and clean and had a lot of seating space for working and gathering.

A little shop specializing in flavored matcha drinks (strawberry is good) and they do have a little…read moreregular bubble tea (but I would pass on that- it's not as good as other shops). They have cute tea glasses but it's ... a blind box. For $35+. Nope, pass on that. Overpriced, yes. But it is Princeton area.

Maybe my favorite coffee shop in the entire world. I'm genuinely in love! If you're looking for the…read morebest quality coffee, this is your spot, seriously. My go to is a honey latte, but any and all of their drinks are so good. If I had to pick a Princeton favorite from any category, this would be my #1. I only wish they had far more seating options, but regardless, this place is amazing and has a great ambiance. Their baristas are all super cool, friendly, and nice. What a gem.

I came to do work for a couple hours and order a coffee. The store is super small only 3 tables…read more No bathroom. Need to go outside for that so kinda sad about that. Service was standard, they did help me pick out their seasonal drink. The cold brew was ok. It had a splash of milk and fruit flavor. It didn't leave a lasting impression on me. I really wish there was a bathroom and more tables! It was a cute quaint store.

Ordered a mango tea with boba and cheese foam and somehow it came out to over $11. I went during…read morelunch time so the store was busy and it took 15 minutes for my drink to come out. Their prices felt extremely expensive even given the Princeton area. They do have some really cute desserts and the sushi looked alright/seems to be more reasonably priced. There are better shops in the area for boba that are more affordable.

Really cute inside, a huge variety of desserts and food! The strawberry tea tasted very fresh.read more

Alfalfa is always a good idea and I am never not in the mood for a delicious, giant salad or…read moreinsanely stuffed wrap. I think I have been to every (East coast) location and I love them all. But I do sometimes forget that they are also a cafe and the perfect spot, if you can find a table, to take out your laptop and get some work! I stopped in while in Princeton for work and not only needed wifi but needed sustenance. I got the Far East Salad, one of my recent faves, and an iced matcha latte and took a seat on their little wall of stairs. -Wifi was strong -Matcha latte was refreshing and delicious -Far East salad was soooo good! I love the crunch broccoli, the flavorful tofu, the dressing. If you haven't tried it, I highly recommend. The team is friendly and fast and brings the food right over to you. I have always been a huge Alfalfa fan so I can safely say you will love them.

Food here was very good, clean and allergy friendly! Definitely worth a visit if you're seeking a…read morehealthier option and/or have some food allergies.

Tucked away in downtown Princeton, this charming boutique café is a true gem for anyone who…read moreappreciates quality and care in every detail. The coffee is exceptionally well made smooth, rich, and clearly crafted by people who know what they're doing. Even before ordering, the pastry display is hard to ignore everything looked absolutely delicious and beautifully made. Whether you're stopping in for a quick caffeine fix or planning to linger with a warm drink and a pastry, this spot delivers both great flavor and a cozy downtown atmosphere.

I've been following this caffeine on Instagram for a while now. I'm so glad I finally had the…read moreopportunity to go in person and try out their specialty coffees! It was honestly a chilly day on the day we went so these hot lattes really hit the spot. The staff was so nice and accommodating to all of our questions and they have beautiful stickers and other merchandise from local artist that you can purchase at the front. Unfortunately, I didn't get to try any of their pastries, which I see them posting on Instagram all the time. But I will definitely be back to try more drink drinks and all the different pastries that they have to offer! If you're looking for a quiet cozy café, this is 100% a place you need to stop by!!

Coffee chains is not my thing but two that stands outs to be the best in my opinion is illy and…read moreBlue Bottle. Hands down my faves. After having lunch in the Princeton area, illy popped up on my Yelp app. The only other times I've had illy was in San Francisco and at an airport in Rome, Italy. And both times it was memorable. We ordered the Espresso Freddo Shakerato, Caffè Latte, and Cappuccino Viennese. Each one crafted with love and attention. You know it's good coffee when it doesn't leave a nasty coffee and sugary taste in your mouth. I savored each sip. Service here is a standout, super friendly with big smiles. Highly recommend.

I got to try iced single shot aloha mocha latte thru the yelp elite event and it tasted very nice…read more The Cafe also had a cigar bar and more tables outdoor. But the sittings inside was limited and there weren't much variety of pastry choices. The barista was very friendly and prepared my coffee promptly.