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    Mokafe Coffee House

    4.3 (32 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Jasmine C.

    The food here was so delicious! I really enjoyed their take on the chicken and waffles. The vibe here was so sleek, clean and earthy - which was great for my friend's birthday brunch. I was slightly disappointed with the service. If not mistaken, I believe our waiter wasn't too enthusiastic and he left without letting us know and we were assigned another waiter. It's a slight knit pick, but otherwise - I LOVED IT HERE ALSO IM OBSESSED WITH THE TRUFFLE MAC

    Mariam K.

    I absolutely love coming to Mokafe! The decor, the space, the service! All of it is fantastic. Not to mention the coffee and food too! I've enjoyed the food and coffee anytime I've come to visit & always look forward to bringing friends here with me too! Only annoying thing to deal with is parking but honestly can overlook that for everything else they offer! Definitely recommend this spot!

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    Annette V.

    This place was awful. Hostess was awful. Service was slow, sporadic, never back and was awful. Food was ok, wasn't worth the wait and the coffee was awful. Almost fell on my butt leaving because it was slippery and the stairs were awful. Spending $50 on brunch for a on star spot was awful. Honestly, Mokafe the entire experience was awful.

    Minji K.

    5/5 Everything was delicious and well seasoned. Service was excellent and the restaurant had great ambience. My daughter is a very picky eater and she loves the eggs and fries. I saw a couple bad reviews which I have no idea how they got those. Don't listen to the bad reviews and check them out!! One of my favourite brunch experiences. Must order: the burrata salad, Dubai croissant, fries, turkey bacon We got some extra pastries to go to try as well.

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    Kathy M.

    5 stars for their knafa croissant, pistachio latte, chai tea latte and their kinder chocolate latte. We came here for to dine in at their cafe area. There's another area by the olive trees if you are here to dine in and have a meal. Their pistachio latte and knafa croissant-- I would drive back here for! My sons like their kinder latte and chai tea latte. The pistachio latte is served with pistachio paste which lends a distinctive nutty depth to the drink. Espresso to milk ratio was just right and the drink was still rich with oatmilk. Their knafa croissant is layered with just the right amount of knafa and covered with milk chocolate. There are other items in the pastry counter that looked really good and I'd come back for those to try. The interior is beautiful-- huge but still inviting with its green and brass aesthetic. Our server was friendly. But what made the visit unpleasant was the *WAIT* for our drinks. 35 minutes from ordering to have them placed at our table! 35 whole minutes-- I know because we did metered parking and I was counting our minutes left on the meter. I asked our server twice and he apologized. There were 3 people behind the counter, and 6 tables being served-- 4 with their food already. I can't fathom why it would take that long to make 3 drinks with at least one dedicated barista. As you can see from the photos it was not a busy time at all and the place was almost empty on a weekday afternoon. I'm hoping this is just first week jitters as they just had their grand opening this past weekend. Hopefully this changes, as it definitely affected our experience. I am not taking a star off from today though, would like to give Mokafe to find their footing as the days pass. Street and metered parking. Clean, pretty, and spacious interior.

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    Miladys G.

    This place has been on my radar for the longest and go to finally go. The service was good, nothing extra. The menu is pretty straightforward. The lattes was good I tried the pistachio and as main entry I tried the Dubai chocolate French toast. If you are coming in for the Dubai chocolate anything make sure to share it with your eating partner it's a lot. It can be overwhelming if you don't have a sweet tooth. Overall the ambience was good very photo ready for your insta.

    Coral H.

    This place was such a gem! I was looking for a place with good ambiance to do some work, grab a coffee & food, and take a few work calls. The service was so great and food and coffee were delicious! Would definitely recommend and come back to this place.

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    Enviasia M.

    This was the perfect cafe for a Saturday brunch / date in Jersey city. Everything from the lighting to the interior design, the cleanliness, and the music was so fun and inviting! The service was great even amidst being busy. We loved the chicken slider appetizer (10/10!!), it was the star of the show! The iced coffee flight (8/10) would be perfect for coffee lovers (I am truly a matcha girly these days) but wanted to try something new and the pistachio and caramel iced coffees did not disappoint. Everything was fresh and flavorful, pricing was standard for brunch. I will definitely be back!

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    Nirali P.

    The food was pretty good and the truffle mac and cheese were to die for! The ambiance is rlly pretty and cozy. The service was meh and we didn't get water for so long. It all felt a little rushed.

    Pistachio Butter Croissant Hot Pistachio Latte
    Shanise Anderson A.

    Definitely recommend this combo for a quick breakfast. Service was great and atmosphere was nice as well.

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    Loved everything what we ordered from crepes to waffle.. amazing presentation.. server was great!

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    Great food, lovely spot and Jacob took great care of us. Will definitely go back soon.

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    love the food and place is so pretty. am 100% going back, please try the pancakes, I give this place 5 stars

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    This place is amazing! Food was DELICIOUS and the service was extremely nice. Very peaceful. Will be back for sure!

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    4.1(498 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    What happens when you don't have much to say besides giving a 10 out of 10? The service was great,…read morethe food was great, and not having to wait to be seated was excellent. I ordered the breakfast burrito, and it was very filling. I couldn't even finish the whole thing. My sister-in-law had the eggs Benedict, and she really liked the whipped ricotta as an extra topping. She kept raving about it, and since she loves eggs Benedict, it must have been good. I left completely satisfied, and the fact that I already want to come back to Jersey, says it all.

    We have visited The Kitchen Step a few times on the weekend and consistently enjoyed the…read moreexperience. The ambience is fantastic, the service is great, and the food is eclectic and delicious. From the moment you walk in, the cozy atmosphere stands out--enhanced by unique artwork, including an eye-catching piece on the ceiling. The menu offers plenty of creative options. We tried the Grilled Shrimp with Thai-inspired salad, the Croissant French Toast, and the Semolina Zucchini Fries. Each dish felt fresh, inventive, and flavorful. For drinks, we went with the non-alcoholic Rose and Peach Please, both of which were refreshing. I also had a cappuccino afterward--while it didn't come with latte art, the taste and strength of the coffee were spot on. On our return visit, we tried the chicken sandiwch, and the pomegranate hummus. The chicken was juicy and the hummus was delcious. Service was attentive throughout, with the staff checking in just enough to make us feel well taken care of. Overall, The Kitchen Step is an excellent find that I'd highly recommend.

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    Marinated golden beets | red quinoa granola, esplenette yogurt & mache

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    3.9(1.1k reviews)
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    Living in Downtown Jersey City, my fiancée and I always wanted to give this place a shot for…read morebrunch. We saw how it looked during happy hour, but were equally curious about the food. We finally had the opportunity to do so on a quiet Easter Sunday. First, the interior looks pretty amazing. A lot of history behind all the architecture and they did a good job preserving it. Because it was raining and chilly, we couldn't see the rooftop, but I can see the appeal. To start, we got an assortment of small muffins for the table. That was a nice touch. They were good too. For brunch, we each ordered omelettes. I got the Jalapeño & Cheddar while my fiancée got the mushroom and spinach omelette. We ended up complementing the items quite well. I did end up enjoying her omelette well. The vegetables were definitely fresh and cooked quite well. My omelette was nice and cheesy, how I like it. The jalapeños didn't have a crazy kick, but enough to satisfy. The potatoes were good too. There's no real coffee menu here (which is a slight miss), but I did enjoy the freshly squeezed orange juice as a nice change. I will be back.

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    Life Pancake Company

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    3.5(248 reviews)
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    We stopped by life pancake Company, while passing through the area. Tastefully decorated plenty of…read moreparking. We were seated right away. I was not very hungry so I ordered a salad and he ordered a muscle pancake. For a Sunday mid afternoon it was pretty busy a lot of families. Our waitress served us immediately. She refilled our coffee a few times for us. She checked on us throughout our meal. It was a very nice pleasant experience stopping by for lunch. My salad of course I opted for no protein, but I wound up eating his muscle pancake, and judging by the pictures that I posted... Get the muscle pancake it works

    Our server was very friendly and attentive to our needs, which we really appreciated. The…read morerestaurant is quite spacious and provided a typical diner-like dining experience. The steak benedict and corned beef hash were both just okay, where although the steak was perfectly cooked medium-rare, it was quite bland and the hollandaise didn't really elevate the flavor profile by much. The corned beef hash had a lot of peppers in it, more than you typically would get at other diners. The pancakes with powdered sugar was soft and moist, which was quite nice. Overall, the meal was just okay for us. Perhaps their other selections may be more worthwhile. Thank you for reading and best of luck!

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    4.6(76 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    I will be talking about my meal here for years to come. Chef Willian blends the tastes of Brazil…read moreand Portugal in a way that can only be summed up by the sound of "mmmmmmm!" I had the Mini-Quibe de Carne e Queijo (Beef Kibbeh) for an appetizer. As one person, I probably could have gotten something smaller than this shareable, but I have zero regrets and I would do it again in a heartbeat. How the Chef managed to get the spice to meat tenderness ratio so perfectly, I'll never know but will always be grateful for. I tried the Cajá juice and loved it! Be forewarned, it is not sweet but the fruit is distinctly tart and refreshing. My (huge) entree, the Estrogonofe (Chicken Stroganoff), was recommended to me by my server, who I trust with all food recommendations now because WOW. And finally, I chose Brigadeiro as the sweet treat to cap off my meal. Bite-sized, creamy, decadent, and strongly cacao...no notes. Be prepared to get cozy, the restaurant space is intimate and full of culture. You'll be happy you went, I plan on bringing my family and friends the next chance I get! Thank you for the chicken Estrogonofe recommendation, Ludimylla; you and your "partner in taste" made my night! I promise I'll switch it up next time and go chicken first, then beef. Until next time!

    I love this quaint little spot - the food is very good! The last time I ate here, I heard a guest…read moretell the server they should try for a Michelin. They're BYOB and offer a ton of gluten free options including... The Pao de Queijo (cheese ball app) - delicious and a no brainer. Mexilhão a Curitiba (mussels app) - also very good. The mussels are quite large; this could be an entree for me personally. The Frango Piri-piri (cornish hen) - good but sadly kind of dry. The yuca fries it came with were pretty good though. Lastly, my husband said the beef stroganoff was very amazing but needed more rice.

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    Capoeira Restaurant  - Brazilian-style casserole, a combination of sun-dried beef and yuca purée.

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    Toasts with olive oil, olives, and lupini beans.

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