Caffeine Haven or Caffeine Heaven?? One in the same I say…read more.. My first cronut experience (not my last), a Hot Toffee Crunch Cold Brew Latte that hits like no other, and a Cranberry Delight Refresher that lives up to its name! This combo made for one happy customer, let me tell you! Caffeine Haven is such a cute spot. You walk in and you can immediately tell you've just stepped into a warm, welcoming environment! They've managed to develop this really lovely and authentic community feel. Plus the decor is just too sweet. A bookshelf in the corner with some children's toys/games, little kiddie tables (too cute), and plenty of seating for the grownups too :) This place is really for everyone! Not only are the staff super friendly, but you know they know what they're doing as soon as you sip one of their brilliantly crafted beverages. The latte was my favorite. My friend ordered for us so I had no clue it was made with almond milk (I'm a whole milk girl.) But you know what, I didn't mind. It was out of this world good! Didn't overdo it with the cinnamon, it was just this perfectly sweetened and spiced warm goodness. As for the Cranberry Refresher, this was absolute perfection. Sweet and just slightly tart. Even as the ice melted, the flavor did not get diluted which is not usually the case with these types of drinks. Finally, the cronut...hello to my new friend. How I've never tried one until now I have no clue, but if they're all as good as Cafe Havens, damn... It was chewy, buttery, with that cinnamon sugar. Yum and yum, the perfect side to the delectable latte! Whether you're picking up or you decide to stay a while, you won't be disappointed! It doesn't hurt that it's only 3minutes away from a new local gem, Dollar Donuts! I highly recommend checking them both out! You won't be disappointed :)

I loved it here when it first opened. The coffee was great, always. Everyone was so nice. The last…read moreseveral times I've gone it it's gone downhill unfortunately. The coffee never is consistent. Sometimes it's good and other times it doesn't take good or the same. The ice was amazing when they first opened, that's something I loved. I feel like my drinks are never that type of cold they were when they opened. The past two times I went in the service just wasn't there. The young girls at the counter were flat out rude. When I asked a question the one blonde young girl talked to me like I was an idiot, when this isn't my first rodeo, especially at this place. Really rubbed me the wrong way. This was my local coffee shop when they opened, but has no longer maintained that title for me.

Along Route 9 in Lakewood Township, you will find a cozy cafe. I have been wanting to come there…read moreever since discovering it on Yelp. Brand: 5/5 From the sign to the wooden logo to the solid font, Kava Coffee House maintains a cozy aesthetic as a cafe in Lakewood. It is formally certified as a kosher eatery by the Kashrus Council of Lakewood, NJ. You will also find the wood theme plays out in the interior as well, with wooden panels and the wooden signs. Website: 5/5 The opening page offers you a glimpse into the classy design, from the images to the cool color scheme to the overall theme. I did like the interactive pages of the online menu. Kava powers the website through Order2, which has an advanced online ordering system. It also takes you to the basic description of the business, which discusses the cozy atmosphere and the extensive food selection. Wait Time: 5/5 I experienced no issues or delays with my order. Indeed, the establishment uses the name basis when announcing the order. Ambiance: 4/5 I did like the smooth jazz playing over the radio and the authentic fireplace at the center of the establishment, warming it during the winter. The wood panels on the floors and the walls evoke the cozy vibe of a cafe. Around noon, the establishment can get noisy and cluttered, though it did not prove cumbersome compared to the rickety table. I did not have any issue with the seats nor the space within the medium-sized dining area. Drink: 5/5 I ordered the Kava Supreme Frappuccino, which is their signature frappuccino, consisting of cookies & cream, caramel, peanut butter, blended with coffee, and ice cream, topped with whip cream, drizzle, and cookie crumble. It definitely has a sweet taste, but it did not overwhelm me, despite having so many ingredients. The caramel and the coffee did give it the spicy aftertaste. The ice cream did give it a smooth texture without making the frappuccino tedious to drink. Service: 5/5 I did not experience any issue with the staff. They did have patience with me when I blanked out on my order and had to return to the menu to remember what I wanted. Worth The Money?: 3/5 The Kava Supreme Frappuccino encapsulated the brand succinctly within a signature drink. The way the website uses interactive pages manages to introduce anyone to the menu items, including a section dedicated to their specialty dishes, in such a way unique to the establishment. The wait time it took to make the Kava Supreme Frappuccino matched the quality, and it did not feel tedious with nothing about the ambiance interfering my experience. The staff put a lot of effort into their dishes, and the specialty drinks are no exception. Based on my first impressions, I will say that Kava Coffee House managed to get me in a good mood with its fireplace and the smooth music. That good mood stayed with me throughout the time I enjoyed the Kava Supreme Frappuccino. The website reflects the ambiance of the business with its overall design. While the staff cooking in the background can be tedious if you sit too close to the kitchen, the noise did not burden me. Would I say that the price was worth it? I will say that I would have gotten a drink like the Kava Supreme Frappuccino to cost the same regardless of the cafe, however the other menu items did prove beyond my personal budget. Considering the maintenance of the website design and the fireplace, I will say that the ambiance and website do justify the high prices, but only a little. Rating: 5/5 Stars Between four or five stars, I ultimately chose five stars, because the experience going to Kava Coffee House made their signature drink worth it. Its taste stayed with me throughout the day. A lot of care has been put on Kava Coffee House and I have hope that it will continue to serve Lakewood Township. Recommend To... Anyone who is looking for a quick coffee without buying any additional snacks.

When I am running around town, I'll stop here and grab a basic coffee. I don't stay inside and sip,…read morebut I don't do that at Starb's either. It's an order, grab and go. Service has been good, no issues and the coffee is hto and made the way I like it. No complaints.

We visit a new coffee spot each weekend. Upon entering the place is cute and there is a good amount…read moreof seating. The menu isn't anything fancy but was easy to understand. We typically look for a specialty drink sign or display, which they didn't have. Figured we'd keep it basic and get an iced latte with a flavored syrup. Unfortunately, we were very underwhelmed and couldn't taste any espresso in our drinks. The people working here were nice. Before coming, we reached out to ask if we could bring our dog, but we're told not to hang out only if it is a to go order. We did notice a guest was sitting inside with her dog on her lap, so that was confusing. This didn't hit the mark for us, but I know people have different preferences.

My favorite spot when my best friends took me staff really nice love the coffee and the bagelread more

Great food and service it's so delicious and the prices is affordable compared to the qualityread more

The shop was empty when my friend and I came, I have no idea why! The decor is so cute and clean…read more The prices are amazing compared to the quality, 7ish bucks for a large Biscoff frappe?! Yes please! Definitely coming back soon!

They have the best cold brew in the area, and the staff is so friendly too. However, I'm writing a…read morereview because I hate to see another business nickel and diming customers for everything. I ordered on the app today and found sneaky upcharges. Charging 60 cents for a splash of regular half and half and 90 cents for oat milk? I understand upcharges for special drinks, but regular half and half was always free. When I see businesses do things like this, even ones I love like Driftwood, it makes me not want to return. I know it's a tough time for businesses, but it also is for consumers. I make great coffee and iced coffee at home. Happy to do that.

Staff were friendly and efficient. Interior was on the smaller side, but clean and comfortably…read morefurnished. My wife liked her cherry mocha latte, but remarked that it was a tad too sweet. My 6yo son enjoyed his strawberry lemonade spritzer. My cold brew red eye was really good.

I stopped by quickly to Ocean Brew Coffee after doing some shopping with my sister. I was in the…read moremood for something cold. I ordered an Iced latte with whole milk. The coffee taste was amazing! My iced latte had a rich and creamy body, with a smooth mouthfeel. Honestly, I was thoroughly impressed with the taste of my latte. The service was friendly. The ambiance was great. I would say this is a great coffee shop for coffee dates with your friends, partner, and even for studying. This coffee shop is spacious. Since I am not from around the area, I did find it a tab bit difficult to find the business. My sister and I had drove past it and had to go around and come back to the area to find it. And when we walked in we weren't sure if the door we walked in through was for customers to use to walk in. I noticed there were wall outlets so you can charge your laptop or cellphone. I love this fact that they had outlets readily accessible to the coffee shop patrons.10/10 coffee shop recommendation.

This is my favorite place to stop by for coffee. The employees are always so friendly and…read morewelcoming. There's always somewhere to sit and it's ALWAYS clean, which is a big deal to me, honestly. I love their regular menu, but the special drinks are really fun to try. My children enjoy the pastries and kids hot cocoa. Drinks aren't overly sweet, which I appreciate.

Move over Dunkin!! Lou is serving up some serious Donuts over here...and they're literally a $1!!!…read more First off, the place itself is super cute. Not too much seating, but you've got a couple tables where you can settle for a bit! The wall art is out of this world (literally)...loving the outerspace theme!! Then, your eyes travel over to the good stuff....donuts of all varieties! You've got the basics at $1, and then some signature donuts at $3. There's literally a Donut for everyone!! Let's talk details: - Size: They def appear smaller than your typical Donut, but they don't have the Donut hole, so in reality, you're getting a decent helping for $1 - Variety: You've got the basics (boston creme, jelly, glazed...), but then there's blueberry with lemon filling, coconunt with lemon filling, cereal topped, vanilla oreo...). - Taste & Texture: Dude, I'm not kidding. These were some of the best donuts I've had. The texture is soft, with a slight chew. You can literally see the air pockets when you tear it apart. We tried the vanilla oreo, strawberry vanilla filled, blueberry lemon filled, and powdered Jelly). Each had a lovely flavor! You can stop at one...but then you'll be craving more not even an hour later. - Shelf life: We all know how donuts can go stale from certain establishments (yet we still go back ;) ). Not these guys. They are truly baked fresh each. I practiced some serious self constraint and tested them over three days (I couldn't wait any longer(. The donuts held up through day 3, no lie. Now, here's the thing...you hear $1 donuts, you think this is gonna be a hit or miss, but you don't feel bad cause it's just a dollar so you're not breaking the bank. Then you bite into one of these bad boys and you're like damn...that's a dollar donut??!! That was my experience and I think it will be yours as well! If you haven't done so yet, stop by dollar donuts soon. I promise you will not be disappointed :) P.S. Thank you Lou for an exceptional experience. I still can't believe you literally went in the back to powder some Jelly donuts when you were out of them. That kind of service is absolutely above and beyond!! Loved hearing your family's story, and truly wishing you much success!

I had the boston cream, oreo crumbs, blueberry cream ones. All very good! Nice and fresh!…read moreReasonable prices too. It's very cute on the inside. Very friendly staff.

Port Coffee Roasters is a must-stop every time I'm in Bay Head. The coffee is consistently…read moreexcellent -- smooth, rich, and perfectly made whether you're grabbing a quick cup or lingering for a bit. It's the kind of place that instantly makes your morning better. I also love buying bags of their espresso beans to take home. They're always fresh and make café-quality espresso at home, which is a huge win. You can really taste the care and quality that goes into their roasting.

Was really excited about this one. Took the trip on a rainy day. There were a few people inside…read more Ordered two iced specialty lattes and the total was over $23. I know non-dairy milk is more expensive, but we go to a different coffee shop each weekend and we've never paid that much. Upon tasting our two different drinks, I don't know what the flavor was if it was the milk or the sauces that they use, but we just really did not like it and couldn't drink them. I've also never been to a coffee shop that doesn't have a bathroom open to the public. This was unfortunately a miss for us.

We had the best time at the distillery. Awesome drinks. Bartender was so amazing - one of the…read moredrinks was a bit strong for one of us and he made a new one even though we said it was fine. He took such good care of us. The plum cocktail was the favorite of ours. We stayed to play games in the back room. Such a fun evening!

We had a little get together with a bunch friends from work. We started at Source Brewery and us…read moregirls wanted to take a walk across the lot for some espresso martinis. For a Saturday night it wasn't too crowded they had pretty good music playing. The espresso martinis were delicious. They had $6 orange cream shots, but I guess they must have sold out by the time we got there. They did offer us an apple or peach. I think we did apple.. lol either way. That was delicious. We ended up doing 2 rounds. Overall we had a great time.

The team was so friendly and accommodating…read more The coffee is delicious and stoked they make their milks and syrups in house! New go-to for coffee

New coffee spot on the way to the beach! We've come a few times and the lattes do not disappoint…read more Flavors are very good, salted maple and French toast are very good. One time they ran out of oat milk and the owner gave us a free croissant to make up for it. Excellent customer service everyone is friendly and they always ask how the coffee is. Has a nice little table and a tv and nice outdoor seating. The price point is a little high but for the quality you get what you pay for!