Stopped here one morning on the way for work! The outside looks like a house and there's ample parking out back. It's cozy on the inside and they're one of the coffee shops in the area that's open pretty early and not a chain. They don't have a lot of flavor options and the menu is pretty straightforward. They have a good amount of sandwich and bakery items as well. The services was quick and good and she even added more flavoring to my coffee when asked read more

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Highly recommend if you want good food and a cozy atmosphere. The woman who owns this place is also a delight! They have the makings of a community hub. read more

Just updating with additional pictures :) Should a cute spot to grab and a drink & treat on this spring morning. read more

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It was ok. I was expecting a little more froo froo coffee. However it has straightforward coffee options that were fine, snacks and cakes were tasty and the coffee was good but not over the top good. Service was excellent and the ambiance of the little house is super cool. read more

I visited Black Pearl for the first time between some meetings and am so happy I took a chance on a new cafe instead of my tried and true in the area. It's cozy, cute, welcoming, and has a really unique menu! Firstly, the space: I walked in, looked around and immediately felt like I had just popped into someone's house. I mean, it IS basically a house turned cafe and I love that it still has the homey feel. There are big and small tables and even a couch. I loved that people were there having lunch alone, coffee with friends and even hunkered down with a laptop like myself. The team: So sweet! Let me know some recommendations, let me take my time looking at the menu and brought everything out to me when it was ready. I got an oat milk latte (my usual) and the Pearl sandwich. Both delicious. The coffee was hot and delicious and gave me the caffeine kick I needed. And The Pearl was more like avocado toast with smoked salmon, capers and some kind of sauce drizzled on top. Delicious! And a very generous portion. It made me think I need to absolutely get a jar of capers to add to my usual snacks at home. The rest of the menu looked equally as delicious and intriguing. If you are in the area looking for a casual lunch (think paper plates) you'll like it here. Enjoy! read more

Black Pearl Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Plainsboro Township, New Jersey

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The owner of the place is rude. I have been there many times but today's coffee was not right. I made a comment to make next time better. She refused to accept any comments and said she didn't care whether I come again or not. Blew my mind. NOT Going back to that place. read more

Black Pearl Coffee is a cute family owned coffee shop, right on Plainsboro Road. There is outdoor seating on the front deck as well as various indoor seating from benches, to tables to hightop. The service was friendly with lots of options for beverages and pastries. We ordered some scones, coffee, and Chai. I was looking forward to the Chai, since they brew it fresh with spices, but I was disappointed since there was a very overpowering spice - too much cinnamon, I think. I'm also very critical of Chai, since I make my own every morning. I'd go again, but probably stick to a coffee based beverage. read more

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It's a nice place to start your day. Breakfast is great, just one thing, it will be convenient for clients if the store can provide folks, etc. read more

I reviewed this cafe in 2021 and gave it 5 stars. Let me say they have great coffee. I haven't tried many of the food items yet. But I don't like going there anymore. The customer service is non-existent. The people who work there are either poorly paid or not trained in customer service. They made my coffee and didn't even call or hand it over to me on my desk. Ambience is hostile. It's not friendly. Place is well kept and clean. Outdoors is nice. But there are nicer coffee places in the area, I would skip this place if I were you.. read more

Very cool local coffee shop, with a cute neighborhood surrounding area for a morning walk on the weekends. They have a very friendly staff, a great vibe, and the iced caramel latte that my girlfriend got was "Starbucks quality coffee with an added touch of sweetness that's not too overpowering." read more

Black Pearl Coffee - Iced Caramel Latte and Black Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Plainsboro Township, New Jersey

Stayed overnight in Princeton and stopped in for breakfast. We're local but having a couples overnight. First off, the staff are amazing. Very friendly and working very hard to get everyone's orders up fast. The coffee, they use Stumptown Coffee Roasters, which is a favorite of mine. Just a standard black coffee was incredible. Exactly how coffee is supposed to taste!!! My wife got a cappuccino which was delicious. For food, I got the meat lovers sandwich and my wife got the vegan delight. Both were just amazing. The inside of the business is super cozy with lots of seating for indoor eating and some outdoor seating too. Great spot! We'll be back again soon!! read more

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I stopped here on a rainy day while I was shopping. The outside of the locations looks like a house and there is plenty of parking and a ramp to go inside. The staff were very friendly when I walked in, there are a few tables inside to sit and enjoy a drink with a snack or even have a quick meeting. I ordered a few premade pastries that included a jalapeño and cheese empanada and a spinach and feta Lattice. I grabbed what looked like a lemon tart to go and a tea for the ride home. The girl at the register was in training and charged me for the incorrect dessert but the lady in the back noticed and quickly explained the error and return my change. The empanada was nice a flaky and the jalapeño had a slight kick not too spicy so I really enjoyed it, they served a salsa on the side which I honestly felt it didn't need. My dad enjoyed the spinach and feta lattice also, the guava tea wasn't sweet but still refreshing. The lemon tart wasn't sweet at all and tasted almost more like gelatin than curd. I would return to try other baked goods with a coffee and skip the dessert. read more

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Cute cafe. Looks like a house from the outside and has tons of parking. We tried the vanilla latte, drip coffee, and strawberry and cheese pastry and it was all very good. Tables are big enough to study on and there's a restroom for customers. Overall feels like the workers really care about their customers. Decently priced too. read more

Good iced oat chai, flavorful and what I wanted. Reasonably priced too. Everyone is friendly and the interior is super cozy. It's like grabbing g coffee or tea at a friend or family members home. Outdoor seating is nice as well. Great place to spend a few hours working, reading, or catching up with friends. read more

Black Pearl Coffee - pastries and menu! - Cafes Near Me - Plainsboro Township, New Jersey

A warm welcome to Plainsboro! Owned by a mother & daughter duo who are Plainsboro locals and Maria (the daughter) is a HSN alum. This place is many things... aside from a small business, it is woman-owned and Latin-owned. I've missed having a local haunt with The Grind long gone and was so happy to see Black Pearl coming. So many reasons to support them already, and I haven't even gotten to the food and drinks yet! Located on Plainsboro Road, it's got its own charm being away from the strip mall. There's outdoor and indoor seating, depending on your mood and size of your party. On offer are breakfast, lunch and dessert options, as well as a variety of hot and cold drinks, even fresh-squeezed juices. Coffees are rotated weekly by region; could be Costa Rican, Colombian or Ethiopian, depending on the week. My group sampled a latte, Americano, Thai iced tea, and fresh-squeezed OJ on our quick visit, and we were all happy. The sweet customer service was a bonus. Next time I'll sit down and have a bite to eat. Already have my eye on Nana's Toast, or the Meat Lovers which features pork roll-- repping NJ! read more

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Super cute spot. Friendly staff. Nice and clean. Amazing coffee and food. Free wifi. Chill vibes.

I cant recommend Black Pearl enough, the coffee is delicious and strong, the pastries delicious and fresh and the staff is always so kind. I love stopping in for lunch for the salmon avocado toast that is always made with fresh ingredients. Highly recommend, the chain coffee shops just don't compare. read more

Black Pearl Coffee - The Pearl - Cafes Near Me - Plainsboro Township, New Jersey

In all honesty: I loved it. The culture, environment, and overall vibe of the place was a 10/10. It's rare you find a coffee place that cares about its customers and serves some great coffee, and it's amazing. It's quiet, making it a perfect place to study, but loud enough to bring friends and chat. It's very versatile with its menu options and somehow still on the down-low. Highly recommend to come here if you haven't yet. read more

Employees were very friendly. I ordered an almond milk latte and a pan de bono, which I haven't had in years. The latte was steamed a bit too hot, but it didn't scad the milk somehow. I really wish they had offered to warm it up because it was just a bit dense and cold from the refrigerator. read more

Black Pearl Coffee - Pan de bono and latte - Cafes Near Me - Plainsboro Township, New Jersey

The sleepy SimCity burb of Plainsboro, NJ could use a jolt of caffeine so, a very warm welcome to coffee haus/café, Black Pearl. It's locally owned and independent so I am immediately excited and hopeful. The vibe is warm, inviting and chill without the barista culture overhang that haunts that other place from Seattle - and if I can judge by a solitary cappuccino, the execution is strong. I didn't order any food (which looked fantastic btw) but I'll leave that for next visit which will be very soon. A very favorable first impression and a pay it forward five stars. read more

Owned by a mother daughter this cafe is a new take on breakfast that Plainsboro needed. I got the pesto egg bites and a hot chocolate. The hot chocolate was brought out with the food and was surprisingly lacking sweetness in the best way so I totally recommend that. The egg bites I got were the pesto now as shown in the photo they were a bit inconsistent but I think the cheese compressed the egg so there could be worse problems they give the option to get toast with it which I declined. The bites were soft and flavorful. Overall 4/5 and I look forward to coming back to try more and wish this place the best of luck, and recommend it to everyone! read more

Black Pearl Coffee - Pesto Bites - Cafes Near Me - Plainsboro Township, New Jersey

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Reasonably priced coffee, delicious corn muffins, and lovely service! A very charming coffee shop I hope others stumble upon. I look forward to being back. read more

We were excited to see a new coffee shop in the neighborhood so headed there on a Saturday morning. Menu items are perfect for a coffee and breakfast to-go or to stay (there are a couple tables inside), and if you're feeling hungry you might grab a croissant (raspberry almond is YUM), or a specialty drink. The owners/staff are so friendly and gracious too. Vegans: they have a vegan sandwich available (a good light brunch option) and non-dairy milk substitutes! read more

Black Pearl Coffee - Pesto bites with toast, vegan sandwich, oat milk latte and dirty chai latte, and almond/raspberry croissant - Cafes Near Me - Plainsboro Township, New Jersey

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I have used black pearl for catering a variety of breakfast events in a corporate setting & their almond croissants are simply decadent. With plenty of yummy vegetarian options - my group is always extremely satisfied! Plus the espresso bevs are excellent. Great local spot. read more

The baked goods and sandwiches were fresh and delicious! Excellent coffee, too. Friendly people and nice, comfortable ambiance. read more

I visited the place for the first time this morning. I ordered cappuccino with coconut milk; little raisin roll and bottle of water. Let me tell you the coconut milk was either expired or too old in the fridge. Gross. I couldn't drink my coffee I called the place left a voice mail and texted them. Didn't hear from them then I decided to review the place. Never again ! read more

Quiet and cozy place. Located away from main roads. Limited seating but Nice outdoor seating.

Food is always delicious. Service is warm and friendly. The ladies always have a positive attitude and make the ambience feel very welcoming and cozy. read more

Service was friendly, helpful & fast. Their coffee was excellent (lots of choices for hot & cold specialty drinks) - & we had their breakfast egg bites - really innovative & very yummy! Highly recommended this place if you're in the area!! Good amount of indoor seating & some seating on porch as well - cute atmosphere. read more

The coffee is very good, the food is good and there are meat, vegetarian, and vegan option. The warmth, dedication, and passion for excellence of its hometown proprietor is superlative. I highly recommend. read more

Black Pearl Coffee - Cortado & Mischief (jalapeno sous vide) w/ multigrain toast - Cafes Near Me - Plainsboro Township, New Jersey

A nice mom and pop coffee shop located in Plainsboro. Friendly staff and nice table set up for hanging with friends or working on your laptop. Latte was delicious but my favorite is the vegan sandwich. The avocado spread was freshly made with shredded carrots and homemade vinaigrette dressing. It's a perfect refreshing morning boost. I like the sunrise egg bites as well and will try them on sandwich next time. read more

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Really enjoyed going to Black Pearl and will probably be going every week. So far I have tried The Pearl (2 pieces of toast topped with avocado, smoked salmon, and a really delicious sauce), CBLT (BLT with Canadian bacon), pumpkin soup, drip coffee, and cappuccino with oat milk. All were great and I can't wait to try more of the menu! There's so much here for breakfast and lunch, and the owner is very passionate about everything she makes. The interior of the restaurant is cozy and had nice seating if you want to stay, and there are also many grab-and-go items if you're in a hurry. There is also plenty of parking behind the building. read more

Black Pearl Coffee - Vegan Delight - Cafes Near Me - Plainsboro Township, New Jersey

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Absolutely love this new coffee shop! They have lots of delicious food and drink options. My favorite is their chai latte and vegan delight! The people that work there are very friendly and the inside is very cozy. read more

Black Pearl Coffee - Vegan Delight - Cafes Near Me - Plainsboro Township, New Jersey

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Wonderful breakfast lox and bagels! Coffee drinks were amazing, especially the iced hazelnut latte. Friendly staff and inviting atmosphere. So happy we stopped here on our road trip! read more

I have visited Black Pearl several times in the last few months, highly recommend trying it. The ambience is nice inside, and the coffee and food are very good. Vegan sandwich in particular is a favorite, and the pastries I have tried (croissant and apple turnover) were consistently delicious. It is great to be able to sit down with friends in such a nice atmosphere, so close to home (I live in the neighborhood). Otherwise would have to make an effort to drive across Rte 1 into downtown Princeton. I wish Black Pearl lots of success. read more

Lovely and eclectic with good food and drinks. A gem. Highly recommended. Stop by when you can.

Very unassuming from the outside, this spot is so cute once you go inside! A nice place to sit and enjoy breakfast while you read the news, or sit and do a little work on their Wi-Fi when you need to get out of the house. It was hard to choose from the selection of bagels, toasts, bites, and pastries. I tried the Pearl breakfast toast which was generously piled with smoked salmon and very tasty. I'd have it again in a heartbeat, but would also be tempted to try everything else on the menu if I could come back! read more

Great coffee, pastries, and service. Been coming here for a while and I hope to keep coming here for the foreseeable future. Nice and cozy inside and kept clean. Very homey and comfortable. read more

I have only ordered their coffee through delivery app. I was SO IMPRESSED! I live in town and have driven by 100 times but never stopped in. I would consider me and my wife to be coffee snobs, and we LOVED both of our drinks. Cannot wait to go back and try more of their menu! read more

Very quaint place with friendly service. Only one kind of coffee flavor a day but it is amazing! I also ordered the chai tea which was very good as well. Looking forward to trying their lunch! read more