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    it's a hidden cafe

    4.8 (57 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Lavender lemonade
    Lan T.

    Cozy quaint cafe that serves my favorite lavender lemonade and everything bagel with hot honey. Cute space offering Pac-Man, chess and calmness. Quick friendly services too. They seemed to have many regulars coming in, just put a smile on my face feeling the warmth of this place.

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    Latha P.

    Great dark roast , have it black for a bright and bold morning awakening. Faraz is the owner who is friendly and offered suggestions on what to try . The vibe is laid back and cozy. The bagel with cream cheese was delicious. Ask for it toasted. You can play chess or other board games solve a large NYC puzzle or just do your work in a corner with no distractions. A real hidden gem as it's called !

    Art bar ($20)
    Jahnavi Y.

    A cozy, low-key spot with plenty of comfy seating, games, and other activities! Great place to catch up with friends while playing chess or painting (supplies are $20 & includes one drink) Service was fast and friendly. I was so excited to try the matcha but unfortunately they were out of stock that day. Instead, the lavender latte was delicious!

    Blood Orange Lemonade! Delicious!
    Erin B.

    The hidden Café is actually hidden, the entrance is in the back. There is a parking spots in the back of the lot, so I would advise parking back there. There is a lot of comfy seating, there is couches, there's tables, there's chairs that are perfect to lounge. The service is absolutely fantastic. The guy here is incredibly nice. He seems to be friendly with all his customers. He also gives great advice and insight, I felt very welcomed and like I belong here. I didn't have any food, but the blood orange lemonade is absolutely delicious, but I wasn't too big of a fan of the latte I got. But the vibes here are Check them out!

    Hot latte
    Helen K.

    I was looking for a cute neighborhood coffee shop and more importantly, good coffee and stumbled upon this cafe! There are two entrances- one in the front and the back. The front entrance door seems to get stuck so just be sure to pull hard to open- I thought it might have been closed since I had gotten there just at opening time. My mom and I ordered hot lattes. I got the lavender latte with oat milk and my mom got a regular hot latte. I loved my drink! It wasn't overly sweetened and the lavender syrup was just right. The place has random seating and furniture all around for a funky vibe and the owner is super friendly and wants to get to know his customers!

    Pistachio latte
    Katarina L.

    I lovedddddd finding this spot! It's very much a hidden cafe, but well worth the tiny hunt to find it. They have plenty of tables, big cozy couches, nooks to read to chill or work, etc. they have strong wifi and outlets, making it a remote workers dream. And the plants and flowers everywhere make this bright, airy and spacious cafe even more wonderful. I tried the pistachio latte when I stopped in and it was like the perfect amount of fall coziness in a cup. The owner was there making delicious brews and chatting with customers, and I absolutely love what he's done with this great spot. I cannot wait to return!

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    Manish C.

    True to its name, It's a Hidden Cafe is tucked away in its own little nook by a Dominos Pizza right off of Route 206 in Hillsborough. Be sure to park in the back, since as a first time visitor, I made the mistake of parking out front and having to walk around to the main entrance in the back. There wasn't too much of a pastry selection on a Saturday afternoon, so we wound up each getting a latte and a frosted donut to share. While I wouldn't consider either of them exceptional, both the latte and donut (4/5) were decent and hit the spot. The service (5/5) is what sets this coffee spot apart, as the owner is very friendly and engaging, serving up drinks in actual mugs and delivering ordered items to tables, whereas most places make you hover and take away your drink after it's prepared. There's plenty of spaces to relax inside, as many locals and students were doing when I stopped by. Overall, I'd rate It's a Hidden Cafe a 4.5/5, but happy to round up since the owner is super friendly and sets the bar a little higher for coffee shops by going the extra mile in serving drinks in mugs and delivering them to tables with a friendly smile. Drinks prices are reasonable as well since I know of several other places not too far away that charge anywhere from $1-3 more per drink.

    Pistachio Matcha Latte
    Chastity R.

    I love this guy!!! Could that be my entire review? Because that's all that needs to be said. When you can actually find the place and get inside, as soon as you walk in, it's like you're transported to your college bestie's basement apartment and he makes you one of the best pistachio matcha lattes you've ever had. AND while he's making you the latte, y'all are both vibing out to some of the best mashups you've ever heard. This place is such a vibe.

    apple caramel latte
    Trevor R.

    It's a hidden cafe is a great spot. It's a space with a relaxed and cozy atmosphere, perfectly made drinks and a friendly owner (Faraz). I have gotten the apple caramel latte on multiple occasions and cannot recommend it enough! It's a hidden cafe is open everyday from 9-5, and it always welcoming to people who want to get work done or just grab a latte with friends. If you find yourself in Hillsborough, make sure to wander off route 206 (just a little) and discover some "hidden" bliss. P.s. Use the door in the back of the building, the front door is typically locked.

    Focaccia bread with olive oil - yummm
    Amy Y.

    Had the iced matcha and the espresso. The owner was super friendly. Strong wifi which makes this spot great for working. One thing to note, you don't pay until you're about to leave. Sort of like a bar tab but they don't take your card info. I almost left without paying and it seems like this happens often here? My tip to the owner would be to have people pay as they order to avoid this.

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    Roxanne O.

    I'm still here and I couldn't wait to write a review. The place is so unexpected. They have their front entrance, and another one in the back, with extra parking space. Everyone is greeted with a hearty hello, and the owner seems like a genuinely friendly guy. The space is wonderful, it's a mix of your grandmother's house and a clean Japanese-esque aesthetic. They even have a retro mini Nintendo with a tube tv to play games on! We ordered a bread basket, a latte and a matcha latte. We were given a variety of spreads for the lightly toasted and warm bread, and the owner even brought us a couple of more pieces as he saw the two of us were sharing. The lighting is perfect, not too harsh and has a super cozy feel. And I love how clean everything is. We drank our drinks and ate our bread, all awhile playing chess. There are a few games scattered around, which allows you to stay awhile. My only negatives, are that we used plastic knives, which can be difficult to use with the butter, which was still a tad bit hard from refrigeration. And I'm not huge on single use plastics when I can avoid them. I also do wish that the lattes were less foamy, they were more on the cappuccino side, but were delicious, nevertheless. I wish I lived closer so I could come more often!

    Saniya S.

    Truly a hidden cafe! It's in Hillsborough right behind the Dominos off of 206. It's a very cute cafe that has a simplistic, homey vibe. They even have a nintendo! My brother and I got the lavender latte and the matcha latte. Cold drinks are served in milkshake glasses and they're huge! We loved our drinks and got another one to go lol This cafe is definitely worth visiting, immaculate vibes

    Bread with raspberry jam and honey
    Alice T.

    Food: we tried the bread with raspberry jelly, honey, or butter on the side. There are not many food options as of now, but the owner mentioned there will be more to come. Drinks: there are a good amount of tea and coffee options even a lavender lemonade that I am curious to try. The place just opened last week. It's nice to see that there are more cafes opening in the area. The owner is kind and conversational.

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    10 months ago

    Hard to find for sure so aptly named. Coffee was very good, as was pastry. Look forward to going back when we're in the area.

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    5 months ago

    The place is so cute and such a cozy third space. Service was also really good and everyone was so nice.

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    8 months ago

    Best coffee in Hillsborough!! The Service was amazing, I would suggest anyone should come here for some amazing coffee!

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    10 months ago

    What a lovely hidden treasure! First visit, I was delighted by the wonderful cappuccino, lovely people and such a cute place.

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    11 months ago

    Walked in with a party of 12 and the owner was so friendly and accommodating! Such a chill place with great coffee!

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    Very nice employee guy got the sparkling lavender lemonade! Super cutesy and good clean vibe

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    Great place to have coffee, meet with friends, work or read a book! There are a lot of cool special events.

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    Great cafe to study or just chill & most importantly the coffee is great. I would definitely be back for the pastries too!

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    Also ambiance and service. I was there doing work for about an hour and didn't want to leave.

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    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.

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    Bliss Coffee Lounge was recommended by an acquaintance and a few weeks later got the Yelp invite!…read moreLoved the vibes! Was in the area and had to get my caffeine fix! It was beautifully decorated for the holidays! Saw their holiday latte on Instagram and I had to try it! I purchased the Roasted & Toasted !! Loved the flavors: Roasted Chestnut Orgeat, Sage Infused Brown Butter, Toasted Spice, White Chocolate Nutty, Earthy, Velvety goodness!! On a cold winter's day! Got to meet Little Bliss too! So cute!! Definitely will stop by when I am in the area to try the latest lattes!

    I want to start this off by going on the record by saying I am absolutely far from a coffee snob…read more As a matter of fact I will pretty much drink any kind of coffee and finish it. Today is the first day that I can remember that I actually threw a way my drink because I just couldn't finish it. It was extremely bad. I kept giving it a chance. Stirring it. Shaking it... I just couldn't. It was a pistachio iced latte. Now I don't know if something was spoiled... I cannot see that being the case, because I had oat milk. Maybe the coffee wasn't fresh? I don't know but if you go through my reviews, you can see I rarely leave negative feedback I just hate to do that... I just couldn't let this one slide. Ambience is nice. They had the door open, which I didn't stay inside because it was too warm in there. There's outdoor seating as well. The staff were eh, one guy seemed like he was in a good mood there... they others must not have wanted to be there (which I could understand)

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    I am not sure if I am going to blow the cover on this place as a well-hidden local gem, but it was…read morean unexpected find for me, and I felt a need to let others know. I was looking for a good baguette in my neighborhood for a while. But as simple as a baguette may seem, making a tasty one is an art. I was running some errands when I suddenly felt pekish. I saw on Yelp that there was an "authentic French bakery" nearby and decided, "Why not?" Originally, I was thinking of getting a quiche, but as I got into the store, I decided to switch to an avocado egg sandwich. I am sure quiche is good, but I was impressed by the sandwich. It came on the plate with very fresh salad greens. Greens there fresh and sauce tangy, just what one needs to cut through the richness of avocado and egg. I think I had an entire Avacado cut on it. The avocado itself was just right. But the star of the show, for me, was a baguette! I inhaled the entire dish and asked if they sell baguettes on their own, which they do. The bakery associate told me they just ran out, but they are baking new ones now. If I wait 10-15 minutes, I will get a freshly baked one. I could not believe my lack. They came as promises and they were great, just smell alone was to die for There are so many other things I want to try, so I'll definitely be back. Thank you guys, you all made my day!

    This is a really cool bakery café with Wi-Fi, making it a great spot to relax, read, and enjoy some…read moregood snacks, desserts, or drinks. The decor is warm and welcoming, and the atmosphere feels cozy. You order at the counter, and the staff member who helped us was kind and very helpful. We ordered quite a few things; the avocado toast with eggs was fresh and satisfying, the raspberry tea was lovely, and the L'Exotique mango mousse was absolutely delicious. Overall, a really nice spot for a casual brunch or sweet treat. I'd definitely come back!

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