Boonton, NJ - I always enjoy Java Smugglers whenever I'm in Boonton, located near the quieter, western end of Main St. Great brews made from beans cultivated in volcanic soil, nice staff and proprietor (Alex, who's often there behind the counter), exquisite atmosphere with attractive Victoriana decor and paintings, tarot and tea leaf readings. I fancy the atmosphere here the most of the all the coffee shoppes along this street - feels like you're in a 19th century salon or someone's Left Bank loft! read more

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Adorable spot on man street. Nicely tucked away from all the busier establishments. Upon entry you feel like you've stepped into a bookish relatives home. All the seating seems to be vintage lounge furniture and tons of pirate ship like details. Even the china and cups are all different with a fanciful flare. Dirty chai (5/5) really nice and smooth not too sweet or spiced Pistachio special (2/5) I didn't try it but the feedback was it tasted kind of plain like warm milk The pastry was (6/5) just made and SO GOOD indulgent worthy They offer a bunch of different types of iced, hot and non caffeinated drinks. Really fun spot friendly staff and the kicker was the adorable mini art work vending machine. Street parking and tons of cute shops and restaurants all around. read more

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There are alot of issues I have with this coffee shop which is the reason I stopped going there for quite some time. They usually play jazz music which is great to relax to but their furniture needs a huge upgrade for starters. The stools are very creaky. A couple of the couches are also not very comfortable to sit on for extended periods of time. They don't have many outlets to plug your electronics into. The bathroom is reallllly small. Its basically a closet. Lastly they dont have central air so Its difficult to get comfortable during the hot summer. I also dont think the owner likes me too much. I think he thought i was hitting on his girlfriend. The hours are great though. They're open 7am to 7pm everyday which no other coffee shop can match. Update: Now you see from the response Alex posted what a shmo this guy is claiming I was there 122 times. If anyone can tell me why someone would visit this place that frequently, id love to know. The Salvation Army probably has better furniture. Alex's ego is so big yet he runs a shop that one or two people pop in at most on any given day. Don't like people? Don't serve the public. For every person that doesn't like me, I bet there's 100 that despise you. read more

A good coffee place in Boonton! I met a friend there with my young son, and I had the pumpkin spice latte (I know it's still 'early' for it in mid August lol) and it was good! I also had an apple coffee cake which was good! I'd try again in the future! read more

Stumbled in here last weekend while I was in search of a coffee shop near me - thanks Yelp! The vibe was so cute - lots of antique furniture and decor. Perfect place to go with your laptop or a book as it wasn't too loud. I had the pistachio latte which was probably the best I've ever had. I literally gulped it down and almost asked for another one to go. The food / pastries selection wasn't too extensive but I did enjoy the blueberry cheesecake danish. read more

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Met with a few local moms one morning for my first Java Smugglers experience and loved everything about it. Who knew we had such a gem in town? The cube was great. Casual with a sprinkling of fancy. The coffee was delicious and I'm excited to go back to try some of the other offerings. Definitely a must try if you haven't been. read more

Easy Parking, clean look and feel. The owner sincerely seems to care about people and the experience they have. And obviously the coffee is great. read more

We were in NJ to see family and wanted to visit the local, non-chain coffee shops. What a unique and funky vibe! Walking in, we couldn't help but smile at the bookcase wallpaper, chandeliers, candles, ships wheel, guitar, tic tac toe board, and more fun decor. Continuing with the unique theme, I ordered the peanut butter latte. It's as it sounds: a latte blended with peanut butter! I'm curious what PB they used - it tasted like the sugary peanut butters of my childhood (think Skippy or Jiffy). I enjoyed the drink and the childhood memories. I'm glad I tried it. Next time I'll try a more traditional latte. What a fun shop! Cheers! read more

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Java smugglers is a quaint, eclectic coffee shop. The baristas are super friendly and make you feel welcome. A great place to chat with old friends while sipping on delicious coffees (with a large variety of flavors I may add). read more

Came here for my wife to get caffeinated after hiking and it was definitely worth the trip thanks to IG. Food: my wife got a lovely pistachio coffee and we ended up splitting an apple crumb cake which was amazing. I love the tea decanters on the display and next time I come I plan on getting some. Aesthetic: if there is any coffee shop you come for in NJ for the mood, this is it. I definitely appreciated all the detail and beautiful, eccentric display. Service: the girl working the counter was especially nice and seemed like she was excited to be there! read more

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Unfortunately, awful. It would seem so simple to make a good cup if you follow a basic 5 step process, and this place had very good reviews. But dishwater and a splash of milk is how I would describe it. Hazelnut Latte. A watered down mess that had no flavor and very little coffee. No caffeine hit at all. And I'm caffeine sensitive. Why ? Absolutely undrinkable, threw it out in the street barrel. Never had a coffee so badly done. Until we walked down the street to Boonton Coffee, and it was just as bad. Shocking mess of people who have no idea how to use the equipment. Unacceptable for nearly $10. a cup, don't you think ? read more

Does Boonton really need yet another coffee shop??Yes it does! This place is amazing. Don't pass on the Apple Spice Latte! It's a life changer for sure. Starbucks and the larger coffee shop down the bock be damned! And oh yes that oatmeal raisin cookie was calling my name and I'm glad it did. read more

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Terrible coffee. One barista, all alone, who stated she was "struggling." My group got pistachio lattes and an iced bourbon mocha latte. All the drinks were uniformly terrible. None of them tasted like the flavor they were supposed to be, they were all incredibly watery, as if the lattes we were given were just weak iced coffees (we specified lattes and specific milks). Didn't bother to tell the struggling barista to fix them, as we didn't think she actually could. read more

Java Smugglers - A really bad iced bourbon mocha latte. - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Boonton, New Jersey

Yum! Walked in and was immediately struck by how quaint the decor and place was. If I had more time, I'd love to sit and relax. I ordered a lavender latte and it tasted fabulous. The date bars intrigued me so I'll be sure to get one next time. My daughter would love to try a smoothie...there's something for everyone here! read more

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Had the worse latte ever in my life. I ordered a rose latte with oatmilk. It tasted like straight up oatmilk and there was absolutely no espresso. I would never go here again for the coffee. Again it was also over priced. I had one sip and threw away my $7 drink read more

What a cute little spot for coffee/tea and a pastry! I love the decor and the set up of different places inside the cafe, it was perfect for a creative meeting with my friend. The chocolate chip scone was absolutely delicious, though I wished the matcha packed more flavor. That might just be me, though - I'll be back to try other things for sure!! :) read more

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New gem in town for coffee aficionados! Heard it opened just this February. I stopped by this Saturday morning. Street parking was easy. They have a good mix of sofas and high chairs inside. This cafe exudes cozy and classy vibes without being stuffy because they are super friendly. Inside is like an antique Victorian feel. Very cute for a date, quiet place to study, or spend time with friends. There is a bookcase wall, indoor string lights adorning the walls, and a visual fireplace. I first tried a warm bourbon coffee which was interesting! This flavor lives up to its name with the strong bourbon aftertaste. I also got a pistachio latte to go. The froth and nutty finish was just delightful. Definitely coming back for more~ read more

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Stumbled upon this place while walking down Main Street and wow, what a great find! The interior is cozy with an antique-y (new word alert) vibe. There's even games you can play, and we enjoyed a round of checkers with our drinks. We opted for a couple of their specials - the ruby spritzer and an iced blueberry lavender matcha. The spritzer was super refreshing and was the perfect pick-me-up sans caffeine. The blueberry lavender was prominently matcha, with subtle hints of blueberry and lavender. The owner was very friendly and our drinks were made quickly. Definitely worth checking out! read more

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This lounge style coffee, tea and health café offers smoothies, teas and all varieties of coffee, including bourbon barrel aged! They have wallpaper that's reminiscent of a parlor in a Victorian home, making for a cool vibe. The space is big, with huge windows, offering tons of sunlight. It's the hub of the 900 block, across the street from what's known as the best crystal shop in the northeast, Gemtuitive, and the loose tea and herb shop, Sheep Hill Herbals. Also, Uptowne Antiques is right next door. Be sure to grab a coffee, a tea, or a smoothie, along with a snack, and relax a while, then shop the 900 block! read more

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Absolutely beautiful coffee shop, welcoming and friendly baristas and something for everyone (smoothies and non coffee items too!). They hosted the Boonton book swap tonight and I loved it there. read more

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Love this new place in Boonton! The ambiance is unique, maybe like, fancy pirate vibes? :) I got their Bourbon Coffee, which seems to be quite popular, and I could easily see why! Great bourbon flavor, and what I love most about this place -- the coffee was ground fresh before it was served to me! Lastly, the owner was so kind, and you could tell he's passionate about what he does. Will be back for sure! read more

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Good and fast service. Came here after a hike at Pyramid mountain. Was nice to get a little drink and chill for a bit. Cute coffee shop, nice and varied seating options, lots of options and large portions for the price! Will definitely come back!! read more

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Cute new spot in town with yummy drinks and vibes. Would love to see a bit of an expansion on the food menu, but really is a great atmosphere for friends catching up, to do some work or simply grab a fun latte! read more

ZERO STARS!!! Went here just on a whim. It's a cozy spot but that is where it ends. The customer service is absolutely horrible. The owner needs to go to customer service school or this place will be closed very soon. The owner should not be in business if he continues treat customers as if he is doing them a favor.The coffees and lattes purchased were watered down and tasted nothing like it was supposed to. Then when they were returned, we were met with complete attitude and (silent) vulgarity. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone!!! Save your time and money. Coffee shops are a dime a dozen. There's so many more to choose from. If all else fails, there's always Starbucks. This place and its owner is filed under toilet. read more

I Java Smugglers. The atmosphere is very chill and they sometimes have special events (ex: tarot card readings; acoustic music). Alex is one of the owners and has successfully suggested two new drinks to me. I usually just get coffee with half and half. He told me about their bourbon coffee- such a nice change of pace from "regular coffee." I also love their peanut butter latte. My daughter loves their smoothies. I love the decor and cozy seating too. read more

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The pumpkin spice late taste like pure syrup . I guess I'm use to more of a real pumpkin spice flavoring . Overall the coffees we got were nothing special and bland .. minus the strong flavor of syrup . The bathroom was very dirty . Although the toilet looked to have lost been clean it needs to be wiped down and the sink is dirty as well. Definitely not being cleaned throughly . Atmosphere has a cute potential it just us very unwelcoming read more

Had my daughters bridal shower here. Owner was awesome to work with, Nora and Adam were fantastic and the ambiance worked perfectly! Tasty coffee too! read more

Java Smugglers - Had my daughters Bridal Shower here and it was a huge hit. Nora and Adam were fabulous, ambiance worked perfect. Owner was awesome. - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Boonton, New Jersey

Was in town visiting and had to find a great local coffee shop that wasnt dunkin or starbucks. This placed was awesome! Great setup love the vibe there. Staff was super helpful and knowledgeable. Bought a large bag of delicious bourbon barrel aged coffee after trying the iced coffee version. Highly recommend it! We all enjoyed our diff coffees and will def return there next time! read more

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Adorable coffee place, friendly staff and great coffee. Pastries looked delicious--will have to try them next time. Definitely recommend!

I never write reviews. This was the WORST latte I have ever had in my life. My boyfriend and I both threw them out after one sip.

I really love this addition to Boonton. They have a great vibe and delicious drinks. As a heads up, their fall special the apple caramel Chai latte has coffee in it....which came a surprise to me. I have typically seen a Chai with coffee in it labeled a "dirty chai." Ended up not drinking it, just wasn't what I was looking for at all. Whoops. That said, any other drink I have had there was delicious and honestly a Chai with apple and caramel flavor seems like it would be great without the coffee. read more

The best coffee shop in town! Absolutely terrific atmosphere and drink options. The owner is a terrific guy who works so hard to make such a great business do so well. Coffee shop has a great atmosphere and many community events as well as different seasonal drink options and a very cozy feel when you walk in. Java Smugglers one of the best coffee shops around!! read more

Very watery drinks. I ordered a blueberry lavender matcha and it really just tasted like water. The hot chocolate as well was definitely made with water as well so it was quite disappointing. read more

I love the cozy ambiance of Smuggs. Victorian tea room in a pirate cove. Many wonderful latte flavors and fresh brewed flavorful teas. Many baked goods like croissants and muffins, as well as health bars. Also smoothies. Great service too. Love this place! read more

I love this place so much! not only are the drinks and food amazing but so is the environment. I think this place is better than Boonton Coffee hands down! Not to mention the service is great! read more

Nice calm atmosphere with comfy seating and great lattes! I got the Lavender latte which was nice, very floral though so if that's not your thing maybe try something different. Pastries were ok. They also seem to have a lot of fun specialty coffee menu items to choose from. I would definitely go back! read more

What great and unique coffee! Beautiful shop. Awesome owner. Great staff. The best part is the unique brand of coffee is not only delicious but low acid so you can drink cup after cup. read more

Beautiful decor, friendly staff! Warm and friendly counter person, delicious food. The salted Caramel Coffee is the best!

This cafe deserves 10 stars. The coffees, lattes, teas, pastries, etc... are all superb -- and the atmosphere is cozy and beautiful. Alex, the owner, is a wonderful host -- and welcomes all who enter his glorious domain. This cafe is truly a gem. By the way, try their rose cappuccino -- AWESOME! read more

I absolutely love this place. The coffee is amazing and so are the people that work there. They also have happening live music during the week and great pastries. read more