Great vibes! The coffee and scone I had was spot on. The folks behind the bar were incredibly friendly! read more

Fun funky vibe. Good menu and good food. Music was so loud that I couldn't visit with my dining companion. When I asked for it to be turned down the server told me many people ask but the boss doesn't allow it. So we went outdoors in the heat and chatted with a scenic overview of the parking lot. I was hoping it would be my go-to meetup place but I am unlikely to go back again. read more

Awesome service, my second time here and it always hits the spot. The store itself has a fun vibe and ambiance. I did have to wait in line for a small amount of time but I wasn't in a rush, so plan ahead if you're planning for a quicker bite before something. This bagel was so YUM. read more

LalaJava - Bacon Egg and Cheese with tomato on a plain bagel, and a iced latte with hazelnut and oatmilk - Cafes Near Me - Northborough, Massachusetts

Coffee is the highest quality around. The entire staff is pleasant and welcoming. Sean brings the joy every day. Highly recommended been going to LaLaJava for over 25 years and it still brings and high quality welcoming Southern Cal/Beach vibe! read more

LalaJava was such a high quality and wholesome experience for us. People remember how you make them feel, it's obvious how cohesive and well-trained the staff are, or maybe they just naturally are. The food and drinks were on point. The music was great and I got family type vibes here. I feel like I can easily leave a much longer review about everything I loved, but I think you get the point. read more

LalaJava - Horchata Late - Cafes Near Me - Northborough, Massachusetts

Cool little trip to the good life during a hectic day. I do not believe it is possible to enter Lala Java and not have your shoulders relax & breathe a bit easier. There are many selections of coffee, tea, lemonade, frozen drinks, and more. They also have pastries, oatmeal & grilled cheese options as well a good selection of pastries and snacks. Coffee can be purchased by the bag as well. The staff is friendly and patient, SO many choices! Stop by kick back & support a local business! read more

Decided to give lala Java another try after a not so great pulled pork grilled cheese from there last fall. Figured we all have our off days and I would give the local business another try. Flash forward to today when I ordered a Java chino and a sausage egg and cheese bagel. I was charged $10 for the frozen coffee. Their signage is all over the place and as someone who has only been there once before, it's a little confusing but nothing crazy. Seemed expensive but everything is these days so I just paid and waited for my order. As I'm waiting I'm able to get closer to the actual menu board hanging up and see that it has the price listed for the exact drink I ordered at $5 and change so I ask the young man who took my order why I was charged so much for my drink. He ~rudely~ explained how the menu prices have changed and I was charged extra for espresso. I then asked why would I be charged for espresso if I ordered a drink that clearly shows it already comes with it? His reasoning was -well people order it all the time with no espresso in it, even children get it so it doesn't automatically come with it- I said well wouldn't that just be considered a milkshake or a different beverage completely & if it doesn't come with espresso why is it shown on the picture? but after several eyerolls and sighs from the employee I just left because it was not worth arguing about over $5 The drink and bagel were good enough I guess but the customer service is the reason I will not be returning. read more

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Cool little spot worth a stop. Staff/owner is super friendly. Food is good but servings are small and prices are a bit steep. Cool atmosphere- Worth a stop. read more

Ive tried this place few times because i pass by it all the time but its a fail every time for me. Their lemonade is bad, and their ice coffee is probably the worst ive ever had. Its watery and has a taste of plastic container. So wanted to like this place since its local but its a solid NO from me. The place is cozy and the staff is friendly but coffeehouse needs to have good coffee read more

Lala Java has hands down the best iced coffee selection you'll find anywhere around here. The team is personable, friendly, and always welcoming. As someone who manages a Starbucks, I love the irony (and the looks I get) when I walk in wearing my work shirt while enjoying their coffee, it's that good! On top of that, they offer an endless selection of baked goods, drinks to fit anyone's taste, and even some really cool merch to browse and buy. A true community coffee spot worth visiting! read more

This was a nice little coffee place and clearly a local favorite. All the table were full when I arrive so I sat with a friend at the coffee bar. The food selections looked decent though I just had an expresso drink. Not sure if they offer coffee in a cup, I didn't ask. Mine was served in a to go cup which is not my preference. This is a very tight space and except to bumps to others at tables. Overall I am sure you will enjoy it. read more

I've gone here a few times because it's close to my work and a coworker gave me a gift card. (I would not spend my money here) Food and drinks are overpriced and the quality is just ok. Service is very slow. The place is really crowded with lots of merch and random stuff. It feels overwhelming and chaotic to me. It is not a "hot space to chill" even though that's what the owners advertise it as. There's no wifi which is so strange for a coffee shop. That is annoying, but I'll just go to Panera from now on. Also, the owner lets his dog run around the kitchen and cafe area. I thought that was pretty unsanitary. Tl;dr overpriced food and drinks, dog running around the kitchen, cluttered cafe with no wifi and limited seating options read more

Place has a cool vibe. Unfortunately that's the only positive thing I can say. I got a grilled cheese and was embarrassed on their behalf for what I received. Mine was supposed to come with cheese, pulled chicken, and hot honey. Cheese wasn't melted. It legitimately had a spoonful of (what I presume to be) canned chicken. And no hot honey. For almost $8. At least I know to never go back again. read more

What an oasis. We stopped by today and could not believe what a hidden gem we found. Wonderful selection of coffee, baked goods, grilled sandwiches, soups... everything we had tasted fresh, a tomato soup was absolutely fabulous as well as 2 different types of muffins we had. My favorite is cinnamon. They offer coffee, T-shirts, hoodies and mugs too. Music is so calming and lovely that you feel like being somewhere at the beach. And the staff were so good!! Helpful, smily and nice. read more

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Such a great ambiance for a casual and truly upbeat experience. The coffee, various smoothies and drinks are fantastic and the vibe is a fresh change, very California. Service exceptional, cheerful, and patient. Loved this place! read more

Friendly staffs , long lines, not so fast service, yet attentive. Glad this business survived. Miss the wonderful big bag of carnival style popcorn. read more

This place has fun Cali/Tiki vibes. The barista was really nice and customized a drink for me. The orange poppy cake was amazing! The peanut butter cookie was good but really sweet. We also ordered a Flatbread, but it was cold. Flavors were good but would've tasted better if it was warm. read more

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What a great coffee shop and more. Love the interior ambience and all the options. Had the grilled cheese and tomato soup and was not disappointed. We will be back. thank you. read more

Very interesting place in Northboro... Tried it for the first time Tuesday and went back the next day to try more! I just asked the Barista for whatever they recommend & they had good taste! It's a little hot in there though read more

This little coffee shop is like a taste of California when I visit Northborough. I live in the Bay Area now, and when I visit family in Massachusetts, this is like a fun little oasis of vegan treats, delicious smoothies, excellent coffees, and friendly vibes. There's usually plenty of seating, the servers are always really sweet and kind, and everything I've gotten from there has been tasty. read more

I've come to LalaJava a few times and every time it is great! I tried out their pulled pork grilled cheese and my gosh... it was so good! I always love going and seeing the funny shirts or even the creative decor in the coffee shop! I got a Master's inspired coffee and it was so tasty! The staff is always friendly and I definitely will be coming back here again! read more

There's just so much going on in this cafe. I don't even remember my food, I just remember how loud, crowded, and cluttered this place was. Expensive, too. read more

Lala and her husband are the sweetest, and their Ziggy Palmer has me going back time after time. Service is always on point and the atmosphere is great for working, but be mindful of their busier times as this place isn't terribly big. I got my boyfriend one of their "I'm a (implied: coffee) pot head" shirts and I'm pretty sure he hasn't taken it off since. read more

I stumbled across this little gem . Soon as I walked in the door the vibe was smooth with reggae music in the background. I meet Shawn while he was preparing to make fresh kettle popcorn . The smoothie I ordered was perfect, the grilled cheese sandwich was good matched with tomatoes soup . Who needs Starbucks or Dunkin' when you have this in your backyard. read more

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No wifi and the baristas are rude / dismissive. Coffee is also unnecessarily expensive for the quality you're getting.

Service and tea were really good and satisfying, I would definitely go back again to this place

I just moved to Shrewsbury last week and joined a group on Facebook to get recommendations on where to go. I was invited to the shop by Lola for some coffee, I love my coffee and I'm pretty picky on what kind I drink because I want to taste my coffee. Not only was I greeted by Lola she gave me a tour of her shop and I absolutely fell in love, extremely friendly wonderful Baristas even the customers in line were great... but most important the coffee was amazing, my fiancée had the lemonade and it was so refreshing. Before leaving we picked up a bag of Bahama Blueberry Coffee and Kiwi Pear Tea to brew at home. I think I just found my new coffee spot. Love this place. read more

LalaJava - Awesome decor!! I was raised in So. Cal. - Cafes Near Me - Northborough, Massachusetts

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I love going to Lala Java there is a lot nice people to help you get food and some were to hang out

I've been here 3 times, and I'm disappointed each visit. I feel like this place could /should be good. Cute country store look and feel, obviously mom & pop type ownership, and I know people love it. I don't see what the fuss is about. If you are charging nearly $3 for a medium coffee, and you are a "coffee shop", you should have some pretty solid coffee. I find it to be very bland and watered down. IMO, Honey Farms is a far superior cup of coffee for $1. I much prefer Starbucks at this price point. I just don't know what the fuss is about. I've only had the coffee, not the multitude of pastry and cake stuff. The people I know who recommended the place were trading for a fitness competition so I know their opinions were based only on the coffee. read more

I used to love this place but now it's just ok. Went there recently mid week for coffee. There weren't many customers but it still seemed to take forever for the latte. And the food is just ok too, very salty. read more

Fun vibe and unique flavors! Their take on a Starbucks-like Frappuccino is delicious. I really like their coffee beans - Bahama blueberry is delicious! Popping in here always makes it feel like summer. read more

Wow.. Bulletproof coffee in Shrewsbury.. Been coming here for years.. today asked to Bullet coffee and even though they dont sell it, the sweet Barista asked what it was and blended some butter with coffee and topped off with more coffee. AMAZING coffee and great service. Def recommended !! read more

I frequented LalaJava when they were a small unassuming shop on Rt 9 in Shrewsbury. Back then I was surprised how good their espresso drinks were for a small shack on the edge of the highway. The last time I went for a visit LalaJava was gone and I thought, well there goes another locally owned small business. As luck would have it, I was in Northborough yesterday and discovered LalaJava's new location. The inside was very similar to the old place on Rt 9 and the double cappuccino tasted pretty much as I remembered it. My order: Great: tomato soup, atmosphere, t-shirts and other random items for sale. Good: espresso, scones Good/Fair: service, efficient, accurate, apathetic Poor: no reusable dishware or utensils for eat-in orders. Pretty wasteful. Suggestion: Focus on quality over quantity espresso drinks. Offer reusable dishware and utensils for eat-in guests. I am glad to see that LalaJava is still in business. read more

The drinks are ok. But seating inside is not socially distant. One woman who claimed a "medical exemption" not wearing a mask waked around talking to people. Everyone knows the medical exemption is a hoax. This Customer showed no concern for other people's health. Do not recommend fir this reason read more

Every time I find myself driving through this part of Northborough, I stop here and wonder why I don't come here all the time! The staff are friendly, the coffee is great (They even have cold brew now!!!!), and the food is super tasty. Today I had a cinnamon vanilla Belgian style waffle with my Soho Dark roast, and it was heavenly. Come here instead of Dunkin Donuts or SBux. you won't be disappointed! read more

LalaJava - Cafes Near Me - Northborough, Massachusetts

Our favorite fun spot the grab a coffee or drink and a snack or breakfast and relax. Fun beach atmosphere. Friendly staff. Has healthy options also. read more

I discovered this great place while visiting a nearby animal clinic. My dog had an appointment once a week for 4 weeks, so I got to satisfy my coffee addiction once a week for a month. I just wished I lived closer. I love lattes but I hate lukewarm lattes. This cafe made the best, hot latte I have had in some time. I tried one of the grilled cheese sandwiches and found it to be excellent. Instead of the standard potato chips, LalaJava puts a handful of Pepperidge farm gold fish crackers on the side. Staff were always pleasant when I visited. read more

Upon stepping into the store, I was instantly transported to the islands. I stood in the entrance in a pleasant/excited shock while trying to soak everything in. They. Have. Palm trees! All-in-all, the ambiance is a well-themed and fun environment which was a pleasant and unexpected surprise to both me and my boyfriend. As for the drinkables: reasonable prices, lactose free options, and unique coffees and teas! I thoroughly enjoy their "Tiki Teas" featuring unique pairings like: pear and kiwi; mango, banana, and pineapple; and guava and peach. I was worried the teas would taste artificial, but they don't! Whatever they use to flavor the Tiki Teas is good stuff such that I feel like they use actual juice/fruit. I absolutely LOVED the (1) Guava Peach Tiki Tea, and the (2) Mango, Banana, and Guava Tiki Tea. If you want something less sweet/flavored, try Pear and Kiwi Tiki Tea--although mine could have been made with less flavoring than normal. ‍ We went back THREE times today. Unfortunately, third time they closed a bit early. How about the food? Kettle corn, pastries, flatbreads, grilled cheeses, brownies, aaaand gluten free brownies! (Oh my!) My boyfriend and I will be back to try the grilled cheeses (which can be made with Texas Toast)! I am impressed by their sophisticated grill cheese selection and we are looking forward to trying them. I will update this review after we do. read more

I've been here twice now and I love it. If you're looking for an actual coffee review, that's not this review... Both times I ordered a sugary latte of some sort. They're super tasty and I highly recommend. Their pastries are also yummy and fresh-tasting. It's a cute little cafe and has seating for maybe 20 people, so don't plan on bringing the whole church group ;) I'll always come back if possible! read more

Unique ambiance transports you to a tropical island. Always has the friendliest staff. Amazing coffee, every time! Love this place!