Cravings Desserts

Perfect cafe for those of us who love (and need) to get out of the house when WFH. After grabbing…read morelunch across the street at Cardinal, we popped in here, laptops in hand and got some work done. It was the perfect spot for coworking: -Plenty of others had their laptops out. -Wifi was strong. -We didn't feel like we needed to be too quiet, so we could actually talk about work, chat at a normal volume, etc and didn't worry we were disturbing anyone. -Long list of delicious seasonal drinks and classics. I got the pistachio latte and it was so good. Not too sweet at all, just a touch of the pistachio syrup. The space is lovely, with lots of tables set up along the wall and window. It is a PERFECT spot for remote work, and just a lovely cafe in general.

We popped in for a quick coffee and light bite and really enjoyed! I had the Greek Yogurt bowl and…read moreiced coffee. The yogurt bowl was good but definitely needed additional honey to up the flavor. We sat outside and truly enjoyed the ambiance of our little breakfast. Would highly recommend!

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Booskerdoo Coffee & Baking

4.4(110 reviews)

0.7 mi

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Delicious coffee and a wonderful breakfast sandwich on fresh made rolls! Great place to post up and…read morecatch up on emails.

Nice coffee shop with friendly staff and one tasty almond croissant! Plus, the name is awesome, I…read moremean c'mon. I will say however my oat milk latte was oddly sweeter than what I'm used to. My partner said something similar about her oat milk matcha latte. Could have something to do with their oat milk perhaps? Otherwise, a great neighborhood spot with adequate seating and an adjacent parking lot!

Exterior, Sept 2025.

Artwork outside, Sept 2025.

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Inside/seating area, Sept 2025.

The Art of the Bean and Leaf

4.6(39 reviews)

I love this spot and try to swing by whenever I'm visiting Asbury Park. The owner is super friendly…read moreand helpful. She made me a fantastic pandan latte and stocks excellent bagels, too. I appreciate the cafe being such a warm and welcoming space in which to hang out for a while!

One word.....lovely. Was greeted warmly by Nancy, she was so friendly and helpful and her hands…read moreare blessed by the coffee gods. I had just eaten so I didn't have room for any of the lovely treats in the display. I did buy a quiche for my mother to try. There are gluten free option as well if that's something your interested in. The baked items looked lovely. Feel like a sandwich instead there are a few options to choose. Nancy made me the most amazing rose latte I have ever had. There are multiple seats it's very comfy and inviting inside I can't wait to go back and will be sure to have more of an appetite to eat some of the delightful sweet treats.

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Latte and macaron

Odyssey Coffee

4.3(68 reviews)

1.7 mi

Get your espresso here folks…read more With an unfortunately stubborn migraine that would not quit, I stumbled into Odyssey looking for a quick caffeine kick. The interior is far larger than I expected-- with large windows, high ceilings, and an airy ease that belies its origins as a converted bank. There is a generous amount of seating as well After interrogating the barista on the exact ratio of espresso to milk on their cortado, I ordered it without any expectations. What a pleasant surprise: a rich and smooth espresso, with the perfect amount of milk. Exactly what I needed. 10/10 would get the cortado again. And probably tomorrow.

Super cute coffee spot with tons of space to work or just relax. I got a hot tea and my mom got an…read moreiced tea, both which we really enjoyed. We came in so we could do our work meetings, but the wifi was not working well for either of us. Thank god I got there early! It took me over 15 minutes to get my devices connected and ready for the meeting. I love the little shop they have in the old vault. The merchandise is super cute handmade items from local artists, all fairly priced.

Cute vintage shop inside off the coffee shop

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Seating area

Goldrush

4.7(18 reviews)

Pause what you're doing and go here! This place is beyond adorable and the staff couldn't be nicer…read more I ordered the Graham Central with graham cracker syrup and it was so good. The whole shop has the best vibe. You just want to hang out there all day. Already planning my next visit!

A cozy unique coffee shop steps away from the heart of downtown Asbury. When you walk in you're…read moregreeted with the fresh aroma of coffee and a smile. The flavors of coffee and tea are very inventive, and delicious. They also have local pastries available and a few other small snacks. You'll pay a bit more than other places but honestly, if you want to treat yourself, it's worth it. They have a little bit of seating inside and always have a few chairs outside if it's just nice enough to sit outside. Note: while most coffee shops allow dogs inside, this one does not.

Seating area

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Offshore Coffee

4.3(15 reviews)

1.0 mi

Appreciated a local coffee shop in the Ashbury Park area and finding unique coffee mixes. I tried…read morethe seasonal May banana Matcha lots of flavor and comes with banana chips on top of the drink. I also have locally unsweetened apple juice which my friend got and an iced Americano, overall quality coffee. Service is welcoming and the hours for the summer have yet to be updated online. They do open at 7:30 AM kicking off from Memorial Day weekend. Limited seating on the outside more of an order to go and sit outside of the shop right for people watching during the summer.

Love the coffee here. If you come to the Asbury location place your order online in advance so it's…read moreready for pick up! Was ready by the time I walked over. Been getting this orange vanilla matcha for years now. Only thing I get i love it so much. the coffee is good too! Sweet staff, always smiling even when they're busy as can be. Appreciate them for always making sure we have the best drink to start our beach days!

Megsthings delicious!

Celebrate latte

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Amici Gelato & Caffe

4.5(62 reviews)

New favorite gelato place in nj!! Well I can't say I've explored gelato in nj much but this…read moredefinitely had a lasting impact on me Got a pistachio gelato and it was soo smooth and creamy, kinda reminded me of a matcha kit kat but a pistachio version Barista was super sweet and they had a cute black and white European diner vibe going on Support beach businesses off season!! I will definitely be back

Stopped by Amici, again, and had another wonderful experience. The service is amazing, there is…read moreplenty of seating, and the gelateria is super clean...including the restroom. I cannot commend the quality of their gelato, enough. The creaminess and texture is exquisite and their portions are fulfilling. Please, stop into Amici Caffe. You will, most definitely, enjoy all of their items and feel very welcomed.

So nice

Amici Gelato & Caffe - Two small gelatos. It was perfect sizes but we wanted more. Pumpkin spice and pistachio. Hazelnut and stracciatella. Loved all these flavors

Two small gelatos. It was perfect sizes but we wanted more. Pumpkin spice and pistachio. Hazelnut and stracciatella. Loved all these flavors

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Perfect Perk

3.8(75 reviews)

2.6 mi

Excellent smooth coffee! Great service, cute place! Offers some good food items such as scones,…read moreegg and cheese!

I got to the coffee shop right at seven when it opens. I asked for a 12 ounce drink with a very…read moresmall amount of half-and-half. I got out of the coffee shop, took a sip and the coffee is cold. I thought that was strange, but just continued to walk home. I finally took the top off the coffee and there must've been a half a cup of half-and-half in it. No wonder it's cold. I dumped it out on the side of the street. Definitely not worth the walk or the five dollars.

Perfect Perk

Vanilla Iced Americano

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WHITE MOCHA BERRY LATTE

Del Ponte's Creamery and Cafe

4.3(18 reviews)

2.4 mi

I really enjoyed my visit to Del Ponte's Creamery and Cafe. This cafe is part of a large…read moreestablishment that encompasses pizza, bakery, and this great cafe. The service is stellar, the decor is appealing, they have indoor seating, and the gelato is award winning. During this visit, I ordered the coffee gelato with oreo topping. I cannot give enough kudos to the deliciousness of this gelato. The serving was generous and the mixture of the creamy gelato, with the crunchy oreo, made this such a delight to enjoy....and highly recommended. Thank you, Del Ponte, for giving Bradley Beach such a great choice for sweetness and we will definitely make it our choice, throughout the summer beach outings in this area.

Del Ponte's is a great little spot known for its bakery, decided to give its creamery a try!…read more They have many options to choose from, I ended up choosing a shake as that is typically my go to. Service is quick and definitely need to come back for the ice cream.

A small Coffee, with Oreo topping.

Creme brûlée gelato

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Steady Hand Cafe & Collective

4.8(15 reviews)

2.3 mi

Steady Hand Café & Collective is much more than just a coffee shop. The space feels thoughtfully…read moredesigned, creating an environment that's both inspiring and welcoming. Such an aesthetic location as well-I would go when you have time to explore the area because I did not but wish I made time to do it. Such a cute area. The coffee was excellent, and you can tell there's real care put into every drink. I also appreciated the community-focused atmosphere and unique character that sets it apart from larger chain cafés. Whether you're looking for a place to work remotely, catch up with friends, or simply enjoy a great cup of coffee, this spot is absolutely worth visiting. I highly recommend also following their instagram as I know the spot holds many events.

When I run for president, or zoning board deputy secretary, my opponent will run a gotcha video…read morewhere I blast "whimsical beverages made for kids" and then praise the outstanding cereal milk latte at Steady Hand. It's a great vanilla and cinnamon concoction. No disrespect intended to those who have to suffer NJT's terrible schedule in real life rather than as a tourist, but I'm glad that it inspired the Belmar-to-Asbury Park walk when I discovered Steady Hand.

Cereal Milk Latte

Cute art interior!!!

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Outside signage

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A H.

5 years ago

Best white cake around! I drive from Red Bank and I'm a chocoholic and this cake is the best!

Rupa D.

13 years ago

All shortening, all the time.

Cravings Desserts - bakeries - Updated August 2026

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