Open only for breakfast and lunch, Carol's Café is a Starbucks-sized office building cafeteria…read morelocated in the lobby of 1 Tower Center Blvd, between the security desk and vending machine room. This cafeteria has a smaller salad bar than the one in Tower 2, but has a larger made-to-order sandwich and grill selection. Grab-and-go options include branded yogurt and canned soda from the open-air cooler display; granola bars, candy bars, and self-serve coffee; muffins, danishes, and bagels from the salad bar (during breakfast hours); and ice cream sandwiches from the mini-freezer by the entrance. Daily specials are posted daily on the sidewalk chalkboard outside and printed weekly on the paper fliers by the single cashier station. Credit card payments are processed using a small chip-enabled POS device. Catering and boxed lunches are available for corporate functions. Seating is available in the atrium, which has both stairs and a handicap-friendly ramp. Temperatures in the atrium tend to be on the cooler side because of the north- and west-facing windows in the lobby, but the tables closest to the windows are the coldest. Restrooms can be found past the security desk. Hilton guests and employees from 2 Tower Center can access the lobby via the walkways connecting all 3 buildings. Though in an unconnected building, guests staying at the nearby Holiday Inn Express can also saunter in for lunch (since no access credentials are needed to use the lobby). The simple lunch entrée options, which average $7 - $8, are adequately portioned for some people but barely filling for me. Unlike the hot foods from the cafeteria in Tower 2, almost all the hot foods here are either made same-day or on the spot, and so far I haven't suffered any gastrointestinal discomfort. Both hot and cold entrées are served in clear, plastic take-out containers (no trays or plates). For hotel guests and conference attendees whose visits don't already include a breakfast or lunch spread, Carol's Café is a wallet-friendly alternative to the Hilton's on-site Blossom restaurant and Starbucks.

Carol's Cafe Two just opened in Tower 2 in East Brunswick! I'm so glad to have a great place to…read moreeat right in the building. The salad bar is absolutely the best ever! so fresh and different types of food. I'm getting my lunch from there every day!

Busy and fast paced service. Conveniently located near the new Bruinswick court room The guys…read morewere quick to take orders and move the line along.

Coffee and breakfast place that really feels like community. Happy to have came in this morning.read more

The service was fantastic - by chance I met the owner, Xiru, when I was passing by and I had no…read moreidea there was a Brazilian restaurant. They had a cheesy bread that somewhat resembles a Colombian pandebono but more cheesy and gooey delicious and the had Brazilian empanadas which are a lot bigger than the Colombian or Argentina ones - but still delicious and a Brazilian condiments . Gotta try it Then I had the picanha meet which has a delicious taste with a side of fat. But it's just so juicy and delicious- served with rice, some type of crushed yucca (cassava), beans -/ and I had the home made pineapple with mint-- huge portions and I at exit all.. soo dang stuffed- could have taken have for two days. Finally had the brigadeiru (has to be spelled wrong but it was some delicous chocolate balls-- just the right amount of sweetness The ambiance is cute-- it has two sides of the restaurant -- and it has a Brazilian cow boy -- perfect for a date , or with a family.

Cute cafe in town. Nicely decorated and very friendly staff. The açaí smoothie is so good and the…read moreCoxinhas are the best. Had the ones with chicken and cheese.

Rozzay Standard The…read moreVibe: Bright, quiet, quaint, and cozy--the perfect spot to study, work remotely, or catch up with a friend. Service: I was warmly welcomed by the only employee working at the time (I'll update this review with his name later). Even while managing the café solo, he took the time to answer my questions, offer recommendations, and made me feel genuinely welcome. What I Ordered: I had the salmon toast, and it was excellent. The bread was perfectly toasted with just the right crunch while still staying soft inside. The sauce pulled everything together, and I appreciated him mentioning he was still refining the recipe--it's already one I'd order again. I also tried the Biscoff cookie, which was incredibly soft and packed with Biscoff pieces in every bite. The Detail Most People Miss: Even the restroom reflected the care put into the café. The tasteful wallpaper and quality tissues were small details that made the experience feel intentional. Worth It? Absolutely. Between the welcoming service, quality food, organic options, and relaxing atmosphere, this is the kind of neighborhood café I'll gladly return to. Rozzay Rating:

Got an iced lavender matcha and a hot cappuccino. Both were delicious and the barista was extremely…read morenice and friendly. Drinks were out fast and the booths and tables were cute and comfortable.

I come to the Paparazzi Cafe quite a lot; I've been going for a few years. I absolutely love the…read morecoffee, of course. Their food as well is rather high quality and does not cost as much as other local cafes. I also absolutely love the atmosphere. It is rather small in space, quiet, and not a ton of traffic. Highly recommend!

An adorable little café hidden on campus next to the Zimmerli museum. The owner Howard is always…read morekind and considerate for his customers and provides an excellent experience. Oh yes, and the food and coffee is delicious and fairly priced. One of my favorite locations in New Brunswick

I first came in because they let me bring my dog, and I stayed because the food is actually great…read more-- not "good for a place that tolerates dogs" good. Tony the Tiger Grrrreat! The breakfast bowl is my order almost every time. Bacon and hashbrowns, done right, not swimming in grease. I've tried every other item in the menu and I keep coming back to it. Coffee is genuinely top notch. I drink lattes and theirs are consistent, which is harder to pull off than people think. No burnt shots, no soupy foam. Staff are friendly and mostly Rutgers students, so the faces rotate a bit, but they're always on it. Mo, the owner, is around all the time and is a great guy -- the kind of place where the owner actually knows the regulars. If you're in or around New Brunswick and want a solid breakfast and a real latte, this is the spot. Bonus if you've got a dog with you. If it's the first time with the dog, ask to have their picture taken and added to the wall - if there's any space left. Step inside the bathroom and take a deep down memory lane of the namesake - Friends the TV show. Bathroom is always clean!

so cute, so dog friendly,…read more great food for humans and dogs, would go again, would bring my mom :)

The hot honey grilled chicken sandwich and burrito wrap are exceptional. But their matcha latte…read moreand cookie set it apart. Outstanding!

We still love this place. The Matcha Einspanner with Black Sesame Vanilla is still one of my…read morefavorite drinks ever. We've been trying other items: - Chicken Tikka Melt (grilled chicken tikka salad, layered with pepper jack and American cheese) - Breakfast Burrito (Tortilla Wrap, Eggs with Pepper Jack Cheese, Fresh Avocados, and a Hash Brown Patty, served with Yuzu Aioli and Chili Mayo sauce) - Spicy Tuna Melt (spicy tuna salad layered with pepper jack and American cheese) - Iced Earl Grey Matcha - Jasmine Matcha - Mont Blanc (Cold Brew fused with Citrus Orange and crowned with a sweet cream topped with fresh nutmeg & orange zest) Everything was solid! We still love this place. The only exceptions are the breakfast burrito because it was so greasy and the mont blanc because the sweet cream curdled with the citrus and it was really clumpy.

Good go to in a pinch, quick service and good coffee i had the breakfast sandwich, tasty and…read morefilling. The breakfast burrito is eh, okay.

The food is always fresh and there is a great variety to choose from. Also the staff is so helpful…read moreand happy to see you. When you walk in you feel like family. We are lucky to have IKS Cafe in our building!