Cute spot for remote work, plus super friendly staff! Plenty of parking and seating too…read more Tried the Coastal Matcha with whole milk--super earthy and rich with the prettiest gradient. Then, they were kind enough to let me try the new Cookies N Cream Latte! Not overwhelming sweet but still very rich with cookie crumbles on top. I'll have to come back and try the Tiramisu plus food items!

environment 10/10: i love the variety of seating. there are some sitting areas and also a bar chair…read morearea where you can stand while you study and also a couch area as well. the decor is amazing overall and it feels cozy. parking 10/10: parking lot. menu 8/10: the menu was a simple brunch cafe menu and they had a variety of pastries but they were very limited so if you come later in the day, there may not be much available. their drinks were like a good 7/10 just because I couldn't really taste the tiramisu from my latte and the cocoa powder just clumped up and was kinda weird to drink. the banana bread latte also didn't really taste as deep and rich as it should have (i've made banana bread syrup before). price: $$

environment 10/10: this coffee shop is on the smaller side and has limited seating (not suitable…read morefor big parties) but i loved the open kitchen concept and overall has a millennial vibe to it parking 8/10: there is a parking lot next to it but it is for highland park residents/has street parking so just be cautious! menu 8/10: a simple but unique menu, there were a bunch of unique items and there was a small variety of bakery items but they were limited as well (probably because i went a little latter in the day). in addition, their coffee was good but not anything too special. price $

I keep coming back here for the great drinks and amazing service. This time around I got a hojicha…read morelatte with maple syrup and it was so good, it kind of reminded me of an horchata, so if you're into that this drink is a must try! They also have outdoor sitting up and running again perfect to welcome spring and those warmer days!

I had saved this place a while ago and wanted to try it…read more There were many options their London fog cream looked great but it was out of stock. I tried their ube milk and it was delicious. Would love to try other drinks if I am traveling to that area. Service was quick. They even deliver to your car if you mention it while ordering the drink.

I am SO HAPPY!!! It's been years since I could enjoy a strawberry, green apple, peach black tea…read morebubble tea, a favorite of mine! Usually stores wont let you combine more than 2 flavors because they cant guarantee the flavor profile but I can vouch for this one!!! This place had awesome staff that was kind enough to take my order over the phone and make it specially! I cant believe this place also offers such affordable bbt! My mom's almond milk tea and my bbt came out to just $12 and in this economy??? That's just incredible

Couldn't decide what to do for breakfast while I was in town, so I did what we all do opened Uber…read moreEats and hoped for the best. That's when I stumbled across Hidden Grounds Coffee House... and let's just say, this place is not so "hidden" once you find it. I ordered the smoked salmon and cream cheese toast, and every single component was fresh, high quality, and dialed in. I added avocado (highly recommend), and it just took everything to the next level. Simple, clean, and absolutely delicious. Then came the honeybee latte, hot and wow. Whatever they're doing behind the scenes with this coffee, it works. Perfectly balanced, smooth, and honestly one of those drinks you think about later in the day. This is a non-negotiable order. And because discipline is overrated on a work trip, I added an almond croissant. I should've gotten two. It's filled with something magical, I'm not even going to pretend I know what it is, but it's rich, flaky, and completely worth it. If you're anywhere near Hidden Grounds, do yourself a favor and check it out. This place knows exactly what it's doing.

Really good coffee, nice staff, and chill vibes. I got a lavender and honey latte and a bagel…read moresandwich. Both tasted great. I even went back for a second latte. Inside there was plenty of seating and space.

The coffee was good but the service could improve. I found it slightly off putting having to wait…read morefor the two cashiers to finish taking multiple selfies until they found one they liked before I could place my order for coffee. I have no issue with them taking pictures but personally would have appreciated if I could get my order through first. I did like how spacious this place was making it easy to find a spot to work in without feeling crowded. While I didnt try the sandwiches, they looked really good and Id be interested in seeing if they taste as good as they look (hoping they do!)

We randomly decided to stop by to try some coffee and we were pleasantly pleased. The caramel latte…read morewas delicious. However, the tiramisu latte was definitely the big hit. The place is very cute inside with a lot of seating. The aesthetic is definitely one reason to stop by but the Coffee is probably the ultimate reason why you should stop by. Service was great.

Cute cafe with delicious coffee and attentive employees. I ordered the cortado and a cardamom bun…read more It was perfectly paired. The barista suggested hot chocolate for my daughter when we asked about a no caffeine option. I appreciate the suggestion because my daughter loves when she can feel grow up with her own drink. They're open early on Sundays and make beautiful designs with the froth if you choose to dine in. Such a lovely cafe!

We were on a little food hopping tour with the cousins down at Rutgers yesterday and stopped off at…read morethis coffee shop to end the night. A couple of people bought the Kashmiri chai while a couple of us bought the saffron herbal tea with honey. We hung out in the shop for a while and played a game. The service was great. The ambiance was chill. The place had a good amount of foot traffic around the time we were in there.

This coffee was delicious. Omgosh. I watched the employee make my iced latte FRESH from the…read moreespresso machine. & what a sweet young lady she was too! She engaged in conversation with me, as I am not from Jersey and helped me with the menu clarity. There is no parking lot here, but alot of street parking. Inside is very clean with a gender neutral bathroom and some cute decor. The prices are decent. Dessert pieces are a little pricey, but very big. They do have soo many sweet treats. They also have specialty turkish sweets and others such as cheesecake, dubai chocolate, parfaits & other things that I do not even know the name of. I wish i could try them all without getting cavities haha. When I come back to Jersey I will definitely be coming back to this cafe as it is a hot commodity to me!

Best coffee I've had in NJ!!! It was my first time trying…read morethis place despite attending Rutgers a couple years back! I wish I had tried this muchhhh sooner-- 1st time; Tried the Iced Caramel Voltage. It was sooo good, perfectly sweet and the quality of the coffee was well roasted. 2nd time; Tried the Iced Crème Brûlée Latte. Also very delicious, they mix vanilla powder into the milk and it's so flavorful! My friend tried the hot Biscoff Latte and also absolutely loved it-- Sooo many options on the menu and sweet treats to choose from (it can get overwhelming!) My only note is that they only had one person running the shop both times I visited and there was quite some traffic for one person to handle. The other time visiting, they were mostly out of select coffees, decaf, etc by Noon and limited w milk stock.

My friends and I were in town for a wedding and had some free time to grab coffee and lunch. I…read morediscovered Hidden Grounds on Yelp and was excited to check it out. On our way to the café, we were pleasantly surprised by a tour of Rutgers. The staff at Hidden Grounds are incredibly friendly and welcoming. They're particularly known for their chai, so my friend ordered a Rose Chai over ice, while I opted for a Hot Dirty Chai. Another friend chose the Honey Bee Latte, also over ice. The chai is amazing--it's aromatic and captures the essence of a proper chai. The Rose Chai was very good too, perfectly balanced! Overall, it's a great coffee shop with a lovely space for everyone to sit and enjoy their drinks.

Hidden Grounds has been a favorite of mine for years. This location was my first love. My usual is…read morejust an almond milk cappuccino but on this day I wanted to try something different. What caught my eye was the New Orleans brew. The barista was helpful in explaining what it was and if anyone has ever had coffee from New Orleans you would know the chicory flavor is a game changer. I had their version of the New Orleans brew iced without the simple syrup and I was impressed. The coffee needed no sugar. It was a bold and smooth taste that blended well with the almond milk. So glad I tried it.. it will be my go to moving forward. Now they had some amazing looking cookies in there that were huge that I will be back soon for. The place is small but a decent spot for getting some work on the computer done.

This Paris baguette is a medium size. It doesn't have too much seating, but it has enough seating…read moreto fit a handful of groups of people. They have a great selection of pastries, sandwiches, and cakes. The service is fast, polite, and efficient. I'm not a huge fan of Paris Baguette's latte's because its very strong, but I absolutely love s'mores and I had to try it!!! The first latte was much better than the second latte The smallest croissant donut was absolutely to die for, and it was probably the best thing I've ever had.

I've been a long time customer at Paris Baguette and this is my first time writing a review. Over…read morethe glass decade, I've tried many of their cakes and pastries, all of which are always fresh and delicious. This time around, I tried their ice cream cake which was made up of 3 layers - vanilla ice cream, strawberry ice cream, and vanilla cake. The cake wasn't as heavy or sweet as a traditional ice cream cake which was a big plus for me and my family. I love coming here because food and cakes are always fresh and there's plenty of clean. seating. Over the years, I have noticed a drop in customer service, staff doesn't seem to be as nice as they used to be, something management should focus on going forward. Also, they have really good coffee drinks.

In the world of renowned Goliaths like Paris Baguettes, this one will be a David…read more We randomly stopped by this place as our son wanted to have a cake. The place wasn't buzzing with crowd or have too many pastries and bakery items on display filling every isle but this place stood out for a a very naturally tasting cupcake which our kid absolutely loved. The staff was kind and I'll look forward to coming back here to taste some of the other cake options they offer. The parking is plenty as it's attached to a mall.

I wished we had sunmerry by me. What a great find in Edison. This place knows how to make their…read morepastry and bread. It's not too sweet but just right. I had the Portuguese egg tart. That was absolutely delicious. Flaky outside and eggy with a touch of sweet condensed milk. Staff were friendly and explained that egg tart was just came out of the oven. Definitely will be coming back again