I love it here. Friendly service, laid back atmosphere. The coffee beans, coffee drinks with foam…read moreart, the specialty drinks, pastries, bubble and regular teas are all superb... they have a rewards point buyer that you can register for. All of this in Hillsborough, NJ. How lucky are we!!

This cafe is located in an unsuspecting plaza but the inside is so cute and cozy. We have had this…read moreplace on our list for a while and finally got around to trying it. What we ordered: - Strawberry Matcha Latte - Pandan Macaron We enjoyed both of our items. The service was interesting. I can't say that it's quite a negative or a positive. Since it was our first time there, we took some time to look at the menu and came with questions when we ordered. I saw that they have a matcha latte on the menu but nowhere did I see any specials or what syrups could be added to the matcha. Because of this, I asked the person checking us out if they had any syrups and if they could be added to the drinks. He listed off the syrups (vanilla, hazelnut, etc) and also included a "strawberry puree" in the list. So I considered that and said I would order it with the strawberry puree. The woman who was making the drinks beside him then said something along the lines of "so you're ordering a strawberry matcha latte". Like I was suppose to know that and order that way. I responded "yeah, I guess so but is that on the menu because I don't see it". Then she confirmed it's not on the menu. I didn't know if it would cost more or if it wasn't suppose to be included as a syrup or if she was training him. It was just an odd interaction rubbed me the wrong way though and left an uncomfortable feeling for me. We were going to enjoy our stuff there but after that we decided to take it to go. I'm not sure if I will return as it is not a local spot for us and we made a special visit out there to try it. My drink was good and the macaron was also yummy. I would recommend it regardless because their stuff is good and my interaction could just be a one off.

This place is very cool! The space is somehow both cold and cozy at the same time. Lots of games…read moreand activities for its patrons. The service was good, there was only one worker and it look a bit for us to get our drinks because she was both making drinks and taking orders. What we ordered: - Hojicha tea - Mojito Lemonade We didn't love our drinks but we also didn't hate them. My Mojito Lemonade didn't have a lot flavors of any kind. Not in lemony, minty, sugary - which is all the things I think it when I think of a mojito or lemonade. My husband got the hojicha iced tea. We've only ever had other hojicha in a latte and asked if they made those but was told that they didn't. It was not bad by any means just different. I didn't know what to really expect but look forward to coming back to try other items but they do have a lot of offer.

The food & stale flavors is the main reason I have to give this cafe a 3. The pastries are NOT…read morefresh/baked in house, the apple turnovers are the same as Shoprite's but were unfortunately much staler than the ones in store and its texture and taste seemed like it were from the day prior. It's completely okay for the pastries being outsourced but at the end of the day, it either tastes good or doesn't and unfortunately, for its a hidden cafe it was one disappointment after the next when it came to the food. Also, the cost of one shoprite apple turnovers from the cafe buys you the whole case at shoprite which is *actually* the same exact food. The breakfast sandwich was the most unflavorful and bland breakfast sandwich I've ever had, counting both outside and even at home. It was difficult to take a third or fourth bite of any of the food. The coffee also did not stand out to me in any way. Coming in very hungry, I was excited and while food typically tastes better when hungry, I just couldn't enjoy it. with this experience, I have to give the food a 2/5 If you're looking for a spot to hangout or get some work in, I'd say it's worth visiting. It is decorated nicely and has board games and a decent amount of seating and some mini tables. It looks like a feel good place people can stop by to sit and relax for a little bit. Service is fine, the owner is chill and nice to talk to.

Met a friend at Bliss. Love getting lost in the comfortable environment with a hot rich coffee…read more Yesterday I splurged and had one of the special cookies(not on my diet). The staff are very kind and professional. I think the nature of neighborhood coffee shops tends to promote social interactions but with an option to isolate with a book or a laptop. Bliss is that comfortable place.

I've been meaning to dine here. The first attempt was last year but unfortunately we came around…read more1:30pm on a weekday and they told us that the kitchen was already closed so we had to find another lunch spot. Finally I tried again and this second time I was able to try some of their offerings. I came on a Saturday and they were hosting DayLite Jersey House Music event. It was LOUD and packed with people just standing around. The vibes were cool though. My friends came before me and were able to snag a table in the back room. I went up to the counter to order. Unfortunately my first choice, a matcha latte, was sold out. I asked if they had any other options because I'm not much of a coffee drinker. I was told that there were flavored lemonades, I asked the about the flavors and the person who was helping me wasn't sure so they went and asked another person who ended up coming to list the syrups and just ringing me out. I ordered a blueberry lemonade and a blueberry pop-tart to go. Everything was fine until the end of our time there. As we were getting ready to leave I grabbed what I thought was my cup and took a quick sip to finish it off so I didn't have to carry it around. Turns out I grabbed a coffee from the table instead. I thought it was my friend's so I apologized to her about drinking her drink because I didn't realize I grabbed the wrong one in the dark. She goes, "oh no it's not my drink...I have mine in my hand." I'm like whose drink and dishes are these? She said that they were there before they got there and they just pushed it to the side. Omg I almost gagged, I just took the biggest sip of some random person's drink by accident. At that point I get up to go to the bathroom to rinse out my mouth. While I'm gone by friends get their things ready and also wait outside the bathroom, which is right by our table. As soon as I get out I walk back to grab my pop-tart and it was gone, cleared away by the staff in a matter of minutes. Crazy that they left the table with dishes and cups when we got there but when we were leaving they were in a rush to clear away everything that they take my basically full pop-tart too. I was so defeated at that point I just left. To note, I did take one bite of the pop-tart and it was actually very good. My lemonade was fine, nice and tart. Overall service is kinda lacking but it was also a crazy day to visit with an event going on so I can't really comment on how they are normally. I don't think I will back because I don't know if I can recover from swigging some rando's drink.

Amazing vibe, menu, drinks, space, everything else found here. While I make a stop at the other SWC…read moreon Witherspoon almost every time I am in Princeton, I decided to check out this much quieter, smaller but still just as great cafe a few minutes away. What I loved: -The dirty iced chai latte I got was strong and veryyyyy flavorful. They also had a Tough Chai on the menu but the barista let me know that just means its a little spicier (chai spice, not heat spice). I got the standard and LOVED it. And can also say I think it is plenty tough. Just the right amount of toughness. -The space is bright and open and not too packed with tables. There are a few along the window and a few outside. -The food menu looked amazing! I will have to make a return visit specifically for lunch to try more. -Baristas were kind and helpful. All in all, a great visit and what might have been a top chai latte in my books.

THE IMMORTAL PILE-DRIVER LIVES ON The first time I had a…read morepile driver was at Witherspoon, but Nassau has the SMALL WORLD !Exclusive! famous "Pile Driver" Having spent teen summers I Cape Cod I remember pile drivers as noisy cranes which pounded telephone poles into 20' into the sand making a deafening clanking. PLEASANT SURPRISE THE SWC PILE DRIVER IS SILENTLY DELICIOUS! You can choose from a new visual menu which shows what you will get better than simple words can convey. They a have been my breakfast fave for 2 decades. Nassau offers a preorder for a quick IN &OUT. If you can stay there is OUTDOOR and COVERED seating to enjoy it while it's HOT. Several variations to accommodate your taste Never fear to ask for it your way. SMALL WORLD pleasing Princeton since 1993.

I went to Cozy Home Cafe for a little treat, and I discovered it is aptly named! When you walk in…read moreyou're met with pastel colors, whimsy, and the cutest decor. There's even a little library where you can check out books! Every little detail here is so thoughtful. Their current drink specials all look delicious too. I tried the sparkling apple orange shaken espresso, and I got a salted caramel cold brew from the everyday menu for my husband. Both drinks were yummy! The espresso was smooth with bold flavor. Everyone working there was so kind. This will be a place I'll visit often!

I've been seeing this place on social media and I've been meaning to visit. I work in the area but…read morelast Friday on a day off I decided to make a special trip to finally try it out. The space is as the name suggests is cozy with a grandma's house kind of decor. The service was fine, no issues. What I ordered: - YUZU MATCHA WITH CHEESE FOAM - JASMINE MATCHA with added simple syrup - UBE WHITE CHOCOLATE COOKIE (vegan & GF) The seasonal specials sounded tasty and unique so I ordered those. Note that the drinks here are smaller than most matchas I've gotten in the area, the price is also a little less to reflect that. I personally appreciate a smaller drink size as I am slow drinker and sometimes don't get to the rest of my drink before the ice melts. Unfortunately both my matchas were grainy and even after mixing the drinks a bunch. I didn't really get the jasmine taste from the jasmine matcha but yuzu did come out for the yuzu matcha. I took the suggestion from the menu and added simple syrup to the jasmine matcha and it made it very slightly sweet (if you're into a less sweet option this would be a good one for you). The cookie flavor was fine and not too sweet. I'm not following a gluten free or vegan diet so I probably won't order it again. It was a little dry for my taste as a lot of those kinds of baked goods tend to be. I think it's worth a try and I would suggest it if you're in the area. Even I was disappointed in the texture of the drink, I think I'll return and try other things and see if they iron out some of the kinks because I think it has a lot of potential

Update: I went back to Safwa AGAIN and got the brown butter oat latte (3rd one this month) but this…read moretime with cold foam. It was SOOOO good. I did go around 4pm on a Wednesday so it was very busy. It took a while to get my drink but it was worth the wait. And it was nice there was enough room to sit down for two people. You already know I will be back.

Still a solid place but these summer specials are not our faves…read more - Pistachio Matcha Latte (matcha mixed with a sweet-and-salty pistachio matcha paste) - salty really over powered the drink IMO - Pandan Banana Custard Matcha Latte (fragrant pandan, ripe banana, and rich custard) - this drink just wasn't our taste at all, the banana tasted like a Banana Runtz Candy Counting down the days until they bring back the brown butter syrup. Still would recommend this place and we enjoy going to try their seasonal drinks even if we don't end up enjoying them.

This place feels more like a cozy library than a coffee shop, and I mean that in the best possible…read moreway! If it were any closer to me, I would happily work from here every day, open to close. The atmosphere is incredibly cozy, exceptionally clean, and beautifully maintained. It's the kind of place where you immediately feel comfortable settling in with a laptop, a book, or just a great cup of coffee. I tried the Spanish iced latte, and it was absolutely fantastic, rich, smooth, balanced, and expertly crafted. You can tell they genuinely care about the quality of their coffee. Highly, highly recommend stopping by! This is definitely a gem worth discovering.

Queen City Coffee Roasters is a local cozy coffee shop and bookstore located in Plainfield, New…read moreJersey. It's a great place to go for a good cup of coffee, pastry and to relax with a good book. The staff is pleasant and very friendly. The decor is comfy and cozy. Inside there's also a cute bookstore, Cindelle's Book Store, that's also a great spot for community gatherings, book club meetings or to just chill by yourself. I was able to get some great book recommendations by Alexis who was very helpful. Definitely check them out

small world has been the nexus princeton - my "cortado" every day was my ritual 1993-2021…read morenow i live in los angeles but buy swc roasted coffee by mail. this month i visited nj revisit my faves and try what's new. the lines move fast but swc nassau has a pick-up table all day so online customers skip the line. the "pile driver" has been my "breakfast of champions" . now there are 5 drivers & you can choose from 4 "dipping sauces". i fell in love with green sauce which was herby and tangy! my fave is still "the pile driver" because "niman ranch bacon" is still the heart of this sandwich which comes in a "brioche bun" cooked and assembled by the "worldlings" who make the big difference from and other coffee haus in princeton. many of jessica's most talented artisans, like her local sourced everything, are still here, like the customers, because small world has been the best ever since 1993! from los angeles, "i can dream of cortados and pile drivers and the worldlings who take care for us!

I saw the last review and went here for matcha latte #1 of the day. I don't have much to say about…read morethe café ambiance since I took my order to go but the latte was very good.