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    Black River Roasters

    4.5 (159 reviews)
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    Closed 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

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    Tiffany C.

    Passing through Whitehouse Station and in search of coffee brought me to Black River Roasters, and it definitely was a pleasant surprise! First impressions: wow, this place is huge for a coffee shop. Black River roasts their own coffee beans in house, which is always nice and means you're getting some high quality caffeine. Seasonal flavors included pumpkin, bourbon maple, and apple cinnamon -- so you already know you're getting quality, since these aren't flavors you can get just anywhere. I loved the signage depicting staff favorite drink mixes as it adds a fun touch to the menu! Coffee was great, my only complaint is that with syrups the drink can get way too sweet (especially since I typically drink unsweetened coffee.) Make sure to ask for less syrup and you'll be good to go! Can't wait to return!

    Chastity R.

    Truly impressed! They do their own roasting in house so that's a plus. The barista made my PSL perfectly! I asked for it to be less sweet and decaf and it tasted GREAT! I wish all places could make PSL this good! I got a Morning Glory muffin which I've never heard of but she told me it gave carrot cake vibes and she couldn't be more spot on! It was exactly that but with sultanas. I'm not a fan of those so I dug them out. It was still good nonetheless. There was a lot of counter seating on the first floor, the lounge on the upper floor, and cute decorations all over!

    Sarah C.

    I visit BRR about once a week and it's always a pleasant experience. Upon entering, there's a chalkboard of drinks to choose from if you're like me and have anxiety trying to figure out what the heck to order at a shop. With fun names like Cookie Monster, Veruca Salt, etc. there's plenty to choose from, and they can all be customized. Their coffee base is excellent, and I've never had a drink I didn't like. There's also a lounge area on the second level with seating options if you feel like enjoying your drink at the shop. Even when it's busy, the service is usually quite speedy, so BRR is also a great pick for to-go options.

    Super smooth, extra light and sweet
    Amanda G.

    I have a lot of worries these days and have found that doing simple things like making coffee and listening to lo-fi helps me settle down in the morning. I have a great Stanley pourover set I got for my camping trips that I also like to use at home. The patience of boiling water and then doing the pour over a few times is the calmest 15-20 minutes of my day. Lately I've really enjoyed grinding my own beans so when I ran out of some I had gotten on a recent trip, I went in search of the best beans in NJ. Black River came up near my area and I was really psyched by their online selection. I ended up getting a bag from Papua New Guinea that has toffee, nut, and cherry notes. I've decided I like it best with some ground cardamom as well. Just shy of $20 for the bag. Money well spent as far as I'm concerned. I wasn't in the shop long but felt comfortable perusing the variety. Some of their made-to-order drinks looked really good. Maybe next time!

    Rural but ridiculously yummy!
    Kathleen M.

    Best coffee in three states over here! There's something magically sweet about their coffee....without being too sweet. Insider Info: They don't take orders by phone so if you were thinking of saving some time, you better get yourself there early enough to do that on your own buddy. #highbar

    Cold Brew & Iced Latte
    Ritesh S.

    Great local coffee place with no frills with selection of crafts drinks and teas. It's right on Rt 22 with private parking lot. They have an area upstairs to sit, relax and enjoy your coffee. Coffee is a bit light for my liking but it still worth it.

    Katarina L.

    On my last visit here I got a tumeric latte and very tasty biscotte. Both were delicious and the perfect mid day treat I needed after way too much coffee that morning. I also got an herbal tea after while I was just getting some work done and needed to stay warm. The place is new to the Whitehouse scene and very welcomed. They are great for grabbing on the go, but they also have a very cozy lounge that is perfect for getting work done (strong wifi) or sitting and relaxing on your own or with a friend. The baristas working were very kind and if you're sitting and enjoying there, they'll bring your order right to ya. Happy to have found this spot and excited to try more of their menu!

    Roger A.

    I have been wanting to come here for quite a bit after seeing someone I follow post about them on Instagram. The inside is really nice and they have this lounge area to sit down. I felt that the coffee was underwhelming however. I got a large latte with oat milk which tasted good however the small latte with almond milk did not taste like a latte. It was super foamy and the espresso was weak. We bought a bag of beans and that was good. Nothing to complain and recommended.

    Danielle D.

    omg this coffee is crazy affordable and LEGIT. The people that work here are such good vibes. There is a lounge as well if you wanted to get work done. I need to add that the music on this particular day was sooooo perfect and what I would play in my coffee shop on a rainy day (men I trust :) beach house, cigarettes after sex) I don't have much else to say because the coffee is really good and not overpriced so that says it all. Enjoy!

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    this place is one of a kind and it has amazing coffee. their espresso is dynamic and has the depth and complexity i strive for in a coffee!

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    Great place. Friendly staff. Great lattes. Highly suggest supporting this local coffeehouse!

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    Excellent coffee! The interior is beautifully designed! This is a great place to meet friends and enjoy top quality coffee!

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    Excellent coffee, good set up for business conversations and quiet working. Good snack and sweet treats. Better than Starbucks.

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    Nice place with coffee, tea and some desert choices and area upstairs to relax and read.

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    Best coffee in the area!! The staff is extremely friendly and the coffee is always perfect!!

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    Great coffee, quick efficent service along with reasonable prices. What more could one ask?

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