Very busy bakery! Lots of mouthwatering bakery options. I got a pop tart and a strawberry…read morecheesecake cupcake. The pop tart was super flaky and tasted like apple cinnamon. It wasn't too sweet either. I also got hot chocolate which I think was some of the best I've had. It tasted so smooth, light and rich at the same time and kinda of like chocolate marshmallows! The place can get crowded and it's small, so you end up waiting cramped inside for your drinks. As you wait though you can watch the bakers decorate the cookies which is pretty cool. Service is friendly, got our order wrong initially and had to refund and do it again. It's crowded and loud so understandable. Plenty of parking in the lots across or on the street.

My fiancé and I like to visit The Able Baker while we're in Maplewood to get some treats for…read moreourselves. I highly recommend their coffee, I get a different drink each time and I'm never disappointed. The bakery can get a bit crazy and crammed, it's fairly small, and there's a lot going on, especially on the weekends. The staff move quickly to get orders ready and out, everyone works efficiently. As for the treats, my fiancé has enjoyed a variety of goodies from there, especially the cupcakes. I usually opt for a box of the gluten-free (also vegan) raspberry bars. The box is definitely pricey, so it's absolutely a treat for me to splurge on myself. Overall, the spot is worth a visit to while near Maplewood if you have a sweet tooth or need a caffeine fix.

So nice to find a cafe that's open this late on a weekday evening- open until 9pm! It looks like…read morethey also have special jazz events on certain nights, and are open for brunch and select dinner items. Ambiance is so cozy. At night they have a few candles lit, and the art on the wall adds to the atmosphere as well. - Truffle Tater tot's (5/5): decadent, fluffy, crunchy, nicely seasoned with horseradish dip- it's great! Next time I would want to try any speciality drinks or heavier brunchier foods. Ty for reading :^)

Everything about this place is casual and laid back - from the unconventional dishware, (I got…read moreserved a latte in a Centennial College mug) to the homey layout and live music, it all makes you feel welcome and cozy. Staff is nice and will meet you where you're at - if you're there to work and enjoy the free WiFi, they'll be there when you need anything. If you're in for a quick dinner, they're very attentive! Food is OK, with vegan and GF options available. Some food items, especially the sides can be hit or miss. Ive had the cole slaw and house salad and they were not on my favorites list. I'd say, personally since I enjoy a good breakfast, the options for brunch are best.

Local village ice cream shop. Usually has a waiting line, which is a good sign. They offer a good…read morevariety of really good ice cream and frozen yogurt. My favorites are the cappuccino crunch and the peanut butter cup. Prices are fair and portions are generous.

Great Hershey flavor selection and the delight of the local kiddos and adults alike…read more We met the owner on a random visit and he was as pleasant as the shop itself. It's normal for the shop to have a line outside on the weekends and a busy inside. Don't worry, they see you and will get to you on your turn! They never fail.

I had been wanting to try Liv Breads for so long, especially after all of the amazing reviews I had…read moreread and the positive feedback I had heard from family. I finally made it there the other day and was shocked at how substantial the place was. It was no small bakery, but was a full cafe and gourmet shop as well. Though I did not try their savory sandwiches, breads, salads, or spreads at that time, I did purchase some of their sweets. First, the Chocolate Rugelach were some of the best I have had. The delicate, flaky cookies were like little croissants and were ribboned with a rich chocolate spread. Their version also had hints of vanilla, which I really enjoyed. I also got one of their large Chocolate Chip Cookies, which was thin, but packed with gooey bittersweet and semi-sweet chocolate. It also had a light sprinkling of Maldon sea salt on the top. It was super decadent! Liv Breads exceeded my expectations, and I look forward to revisiting to try many more of their items.

Best coffee and pastries for sure. Prices? Not great! But, it is superior quality, and in a nice…read moreneighborhood (and it's 2026), so that shouldn't come as a surprise. The systems they have in place are fascinating. It feels like they're trying to reinvent the wheel when it comes to ordering/picking up, and it's super inefficient. You always have a corral of people waiting to pick up their stuff, looking confused and annoyed. Why am I waiting 9 mins for a black coffee? At least it tastes good.

Good stoner/drunk/carb-loading food. For being the "King of Churros", their churros are actually…read morejust okay. While they come in a sharable amount and they're crispy on the outside, they're kinda dense on the inside. I've had better from my own kitchen and other places. Their pretzel game's stronger. Their Pretzel Empanadas are good and satisfying (Cheese Steak, Bacon Cheeseburger, Pulled Pork). Their Pretzel Bites are huge with a great texture and lots of sauce options (several mustards, Nutella, and more) for a small fee. With savory pretzel empanadas and good pretzels, this food is bready to be loved! ;) NOTES/TIPS: **Open til 2am Wed-Sat. In the same building as Union Plaza Diner. **Order via them directly, DoorDash, UberEats, Seamless, Grubhub or yelp.

I was looking for a bakery on Sunday driving down 22. I saw this place. We said let's try it. Well…read moreit's amazing Pete the owner and Juan Carlos were so cool. The churros donut was made fresh while I waited less than 5 mins. Plus I got the pretzels. Both amazing and me and Lee are desert snobs this place reminds us of Brussels churros. So just go. And try it.

I came here hungry. I left humbled…read more This sandwich has strips of flank steak stir fried with peppers and red onion like the cook had something to prove. Not aggressively. Confidently. The kind of confidence that doesn't announce itself, it just delivers. Then there's the crema de cilantro and aji, which basically tag team your taste buds and ask, "You good?" Yes. I'm great. Mind your business. This is not a, "Instagram made me do it" sandwich. This is a composed, disciplined, shut up and eat sandwich. Every ingredient is there on purpose. No freeloaders. The owner is a Peruvian chef who lived in Canada and now cooks in New Jersey, which explains why this sandwich has flavor, restraint, and zero patience for mediocrity. This isn't fusion, it's life experience on bread. Fair warning: eating this will ruin weaker sandwiches for you. You'll start asking questions. You'll judge more. You'll be disappointed elsewhere. Peruvian soul inside, llamas, Incas, Cusco, with Maplewood graffiti keeping it honest.

Fast and friendly service. Clean tables and seats. And fantastic sandwiches. They're big and can…read moreget messy but it's worth the waste of napkins. Perfectly cooked, juicy steak on my lomo saltado sandwich. And my GF really enjoyed her pulled pork sandwich. We went for lunch but could only eat half of them, ended up saving the remaining halves for dinner. We will definitely be back for more!

Such great service!! Lady was so sweet!! Place was decorated so cute!! Crepes are to die for!…read more Soooo good highly recommend!!!

Another completely random moment. We were out for a night drive, just cruising & stumbled across…read morethis place. A small venue with a bright modern interior. Vibes were on point with dance music at just the perfect volume to be part of the vibe, but not at all drown out a casual volume conversation. Street parking where you can find it, & the venue itself sits just off the corner of kind an odd intersection. Staff were friendly, order was made to-go, not pre-made. Crepes were incredible. We had the Crepe Craft & Lotus Fusion with a scoop of vanilla added. I do not have a sweet tooth, but I still enjoyed this experience. Definitely worth a stop. Grades: Crepe Craft: A+ Lotus Fusion: A+

I happened to be at the stop light and noticed the open window. Quickly I turned into the parking…read morelot. They have a huge menu outside, so it made my selections easy. I got a dozen minis to try out them flavors. My favorite was the Thin Mint cupcake. Reminded me of the cookies. The cupcakes very moist and the icing was just perfect. The staff at the window was super nice and answered all my questions with a smile. Lots of the patrons who were picking up their orders, even made some suggestions and glad I listened to them.

Yummiest cup cakes…read more They even do gluten free Must try both vanilla frosting and chocolate frosting