WOW! I must say On Memorial Day busy but great place, awesome customer service with warmth…read morehospitality to the guests as always. Try their ice cream with warm brownie or cookie. Great Job team!

I went for a solo lunch date with a book on a warm summer day. This local café is cute and full of…read morecozy vibes--I'm already looking forward to returning once the weather cools. While the interior nails the boathouse look, I chose to sit on the garden patio and enjoy my meal with a pondside view. I ordered the chicken caprese panini, which comes with chips and pickles. It was delicious--the pesto and mozzarella tasted especially fresh. I also had an iced caramel coffee, made with La Colombe coffee (always a plus!). The staff was friendly and even brought my food out once I was settled, which made the experience even better.

While out on my morning walk, came across this gem of a coffee shop, now please note the store was…read morenot open yet but there was a line of regulars patiently waiting outside before it opened so I knew I had to try this place and boy was it great! First off: a very simple coffee menu (no Starbucks or Dutch Bros foo foo stuff here) just real Italian coffee. I ordered a macchiato with a double shot of espresso I noticed the pastries and you can't have a great Italian coffee without a delicious pastry. Sat down to enjoy my coffee and pastry a wonderful and delicate smell: freshly baked croissants, and other pastry goodies soooooo I had to enjoy another pastry and again, it was delicious. Overall great coffee and delicious pastries!

What a wonderful and nostalgic experience for me. The owner is a family friend and truly made my…read morefamily and I feel at home when we walked in. The love and passion expressed here in the coffee and aesthetic is absolutely reminiscent of Italia. I mean if you're Italian, you'll immediately fall in love with this place, but even if you're not, this place screams "class" and "family." Highly recommend.

We visited Somos Tu Café Perú at 117 Lakeview, and it was a very nice experience. The place feels…read morewelcoming and authentic, with a cozy atmosphere that makes you want to stay and enjoy your food and coffee. The Peruvian coffee was excellent, rich and smooth, and the food had that homemade flavor that reminds you of traditional Peruvian cooking. Everything tasted fresh, and you can tell they care about quality and presentation. Overall, it's a great spot to enjoy Peruvian flavors, whether you're stopping by for coffee, breakfast, or a casual meal. Definitely worth visiting if you're in the area.

Love that this cafe highlights Peruvian desserts and some delicacies…read more I had the mil hojas pastel and my only criticism was that it seems like it had been refrigerated for so long that the frosting was pretty hard. I like the aesthetic of the cafe. It has a bit of florals and comfortable seating. I would come back and try something else

One of my favorite Brazilian bakeries. There are two other bakeries in Newark, but the one in…read moreKearny is closer to my house in North Arlington. You have to order their goiabinha, which is a pastry with cheese and guava inside. It comes warm and it's to die for! This time we also got the chocolate truffle pudding which is a Brazilian staple. Their coffees are fantastic too here. Another noteworthy menu item, fresh cheesebread aka pão de queijo. They sell them I believe 3 for a dollar to be sure to order a bunch they are freshly made every hour or so. Servers are super friendly and very cozy vibes inside.

Bread of Life is a fantastic addition to Kearny. As mentioned, great and reasonable prices!…read more A lot of the Portuguese cafes I go to Kearny have been bought out by different owners or somehow changed hands and I've been super disappointed with the coffee. Bread of Life really has a good cup of Joe, try it out. Tonsss of pastry options too! I've been twice and I've grabbed the same thing twice mainly because I was in a hurry but but both things are delicious. A "cloud bread" which is a super light pastry and it's perfectly lightly sweet and delicious. My second favorite is the famous pao de queijo, fresh, chewy and tasty. The ladies behind the counter are super friendly, it's a nice big spot to eat in if you'd like and there's a small lot in front of the strip mall but also tons of street parking. I'll be back to try a juice and some different pastries!

We went to Hornitos Colombian Restaurant for breakfast with the whole family, and overall it was a…read moregood experience. Colombian breakfast food is typically fried, which gives it a lot of flavor and makes it very satisfying. The pan de queso was especially delicious -- warm, soft, and full of flavor. The atmosphere was comfortable for a family meal, and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. If you're looking to try traditional Colombian breakfast dishes, this is a solid option.

CHECK YOUR BILL AND PAYMENT. I went to the check out and server showed the bill on the screen and…read moreasked if it was ok. I said yes because it was. then she added a gratuity for herself and then put another screen for me to add a gratuity with options of 15 18 or 20. I clicked to giver her a tip and then I saw my final Payment jumped And this was for two people . SHADY to TRICK into DOUBLE TIPPING. One lady said you want it back. Yes !!!!' She said some people want to tip more. DISGUSTING.-NEVER AGAIN.

Stopped here on Saturday late morning as I was awaiting services to be completed in the area. This…read morewas very cozy, inviting and cute. There were some comfortable seating, couches, benches, tables. This would be a wonderful spot to meet with friends and just chat. I ordered a bacon, egg and cheese with a cappuccino. I sat down and the staff brought my order to my where I was seated. My cappuccino was really good and my sandwich was tasty. Great service, good food, good vibes.

Food: Ordered a cafe bombon and the avocado toast, and both were so yummy! They also have desserts…read moreavailable, which I can't wait to try next time. Service: The people that took my order and prepared my food/drinks were very nice. Ambience: Cute little cafe w/ plenty of comfy seats. Even the bathroom was nice and clean. Will definitely be back :)

Got a chicken empanada and Cuban sandwich to go. I was so surprised by the hefty portion for a…read moregreat price! The sandwich was very filling. I wasn't a big fan of the bread, as it was bit doughy. However, this is a great sandwich to get especially if you want to feel full. The chicken empanada filling was nice. I think I am used to cornmeal shells or puff pastry empanada styles, so the outside for this one to me felt a bit undercooked and not as satisfying. Portion size is still good though and it's yummy.

I'm a big fan of Cuban coffee and pastries and Cortaditios is 100% worth the trip. I've probably…read morebeen here 5 times not (I go out of my way to stop here) and I've never had a bad experience. The staff here are always really helpful (I don't speak Spanish so they put up with my ignorance) and I've always been happy with the vibe of the place and the coffee and food I walk away with.

Barbara's Café was a lovely place to stop for a meal. The café had a cozy and welcoming atmosphere…read morethat made it easy to relax and enjoy the visit. The food tasted fresh and homemade, with simple but satisfying flavors. Portions were generous and everything came out nicely prepared. The staff were friendly and attentive, which added to the positive experience. Overall, a wonderful neighborhood café with great food and a comfortable vibe.

Stopped by from out of town for food before heading to the Statue of Liberty! Nice, clean and…read morebright atmosphere. We had the croque monsieur, salmon toast and a few pastries ...all excellent. Service was friendly and prompt. Would recommend.