They had kids toys on the wall so they can be entertained while we waited in line. Sooooo…read morethoughtful thank you Strawberry Matcha was delicious and fresh and the brioche breakfast sandwich was prepared wonderfully. Only downside is that their bathroom is sooo tiny lol No pics bc I was in the moment and w my kid

Such a gem right on Franklin Ave! From serving coffees, showing off community art, and their…read moreselection of stationary. The staff is super friendly and helpful throughout your whole experience. I got their ube matcha and grabbed a matcha cookie as well. The cookie was phenomenal and the white chocolate chips give it a good balance of sweetness. As for the ube matcha, I really enjoyed the flavor and how potent the ube taste was, the texture was a little off for me. Since it was separated, I used my frothed to mix it all together, but it kept separating and flaking. I do love their matcha, so I still highly recommend making a stop in!

It was my first time trying Cabana Coffee Company and safe to say I'm OBSESSED…read more Let's start off by someone who loves traveling just for a new coffee shop, this place was extremely welcoming. The barista Amanda assisted me with so much patience just about a couple of minutes before closing. I didn't know what to get and she recommended me to try the brown sugar cinnamon with vanilla. Safe to say today I'm back to get it again! Love the vibes, atmosphere, people, and coffee here. This is going to be my new go-to spot! :)

Ok, I retired from writing reviews but you know…read more.. I started this third-wave coffee journey after realizing I was mostly buying coffee from larger stores where the roast dates were usually two to three months old. One month old if I got lucky. And listen, there are some great third-wave coffee roasters on those shelves but the problem is freshness. At the time, I was deep into the pour-over coffee rabbit hole, and I kept passing this little coffee spot with a sign that basically said "Need more coffee? We roast it here," with arrows pointing down. And for some reason, I kept ignoring it. The sign wasn't fancy. It wasn't trying to be trendy. It didn't have the polished third-wave café aesthetic from the outside. It was just a simple roadside sign telling you exactly what mattered: they roast coffee here. Eventually I thought, "Wait a minute. If they're roasting coffee right here, why am I still buying bags from bigger stores with roast dates that are two to three months old?" So one day, I finally pulled in. Immediately - and I mean immediately - I realized I had completely judged this place wrong. This was a serious third-wave coffeehouse. And honestly, when you think about it, the sign is actually genius. A sinple sign that says "Need more coffee? We roast it here" is probably only going to attract people who actually care about proper coffee. Classic case of don't judge a book by its cover. Because now? I can't really get my coffee anywhere else. I've had some of the best coffees here. One year they had this Colombian Santa Maria light roast, high-elevation that totally changed my mind about Colombian coffees. I had always thought of Colombian coffees as more medium-roast, classic coffee profiles, but that one opened my eyes. Right now, they have this Fara Estate Nicaraguan light-medium roast that is absolutely delicious. They have a serious-looking pour-over setup with custom V60 holders and gooseneck kettle setup, so you can tell this is not just a place that sells coffee. This is a place that actually understands coffee. If you're the kind of person who checks roast dates, owns a V60, argues with yourself about grind size, or has ever fallen way too deep into the coffee rabbit hole, this place is worth stopping for. And if you're not that person yet, this might be the place that turns you into one.

Came on a Sunday just before noon to get an oat latte and maybe a muffin or some kind of treat…read more There were people seated at various tables and a pretty long line waiting ready for their orders, and as this was my first time, I was waiting behind somebody who then told me that this wasn't the line for ordering and to walk up to the counter which I did. I ordered a large latte with cinnamon, a croissant for chocolate chip cookies and a heated cinnamon roll. All this took 20 minutes to get. The staff seemed to be overwhelmed by the amount of people and took very long time to fulfill the order. Which was unfortunate because the coffee is actually pretty good, and it looks like they have a lot of events at this space that would be fun to come back to. Like a poetry open Mike game nights art painting. But the care in service leaves a lot to be desired. The cinnamon roll was soft and tasty and not overly sweet, which I appreciated and the chocolate chip cookies were also very good. the croissant was smashed inside the take away container as an afterthought and not with any care. This is something that I believe warrants attention by Management to train the staff. And waited essentially 25 minutes after ordering for

I can't remember what latte I got however it had chocolate and hazelnut in it... the latte was…read moreamazing as seems to be a pattern anytime I try a different latte! Service was great. The woman behind the counter was very friendly and made me feel welcomed. I love coming here because it's such a chill relaxed spot. Can't wait to go back. I also had a chocolate chip muffin on this trip and it was also good.

I love this place! such a cute little hidden gem right in totowa. the food is so good, and the…read morecoffee is even better. you can tell by her service that the owner takes pride in her work, always checking in to make sure what you ordered is what you expected. ive come in so often that she knows my order as soon as I walk into the door. the pistachio latte is so good, but my favorite has to be the honey cinnamon iced shaken espresso. def recommend this place to anyone in the area.

I can't believe this place has a one star! This proves that a place should be given a chance…read moredespite previous experiences. Came here on a Monday morning and was greeted with a friendly smile. Had the Nutella latte and pinsa mortadella which both did not disappoint! The Nutella latte was sooo good not overly sweet but just right. The pinsa mortadella was also very good and super filling can def be shared. This place is so cute as far as decor as well! Should def stop by!

Everything was absolutely delicious and filling! You can really taste the freshness in every bite…read more The fries were the perfect combination of soft in the middle and crispy on the outside. I especially love when French fries still have the skin on -- it gives them so much more flavor. They were seasoned really well and paired perfectly with both dishes. The Chicken Caesar Wrap was so good! It had a different flavor than your typical Caesar salad, in the best way. The chicken was well-seasoned, the lettuce was fresh and crunchy, and the whole wrap was perfectly saucy. The Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich was also amazing. The chicken in both meals was juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The bun was nicely toasted and tasted even better dipped into the hot honey. I've never been a fan of coleslaw and usually pass on it, but this one completely changed my mind! It was so fresh and flavorful. It definitely wasn't like the typical coleslaw you get at a chain restaurant. And the matcha lattes were really good! I got them unsweetened, which I actually think was the perfect choice because they paired so nicely with the meals without being overly sweet. Overall, everything was fresh, flavorful, and delicious. Definitely a meal I'd happily have again!

This place is new and super cute. Location has street parking but can be difficult depending on the…read moretime of day. Ordered the honey lavendar matcha and I enjoyed it. Took it to go but they do have seating. Nice service. They asked me to wait and once they were available, took my order quickly. I must come back to try their coffee.

Ordered: 12oz Iced Latte w Lavender (~$6)…read more Aya's take: I needed an afternoon pick-me-up and got my usual, Iced Latte w Lavender. The latte was well-made and I could tell the staff seem well-versed on the world of coffee and pulling a proper espresso shot. The Lavender was slightly bitter which made this a bit less enjoyable but the espresso was balanced and the drink was smooth. I think I would stick to hot drinks if I find myself back here as that seems to be more of their skill. Good try!

Cute little spot. We were here for a work trip and stopped in a couple days…read more Pros: Good coffee drinks - I had the pumpkin spice latte which was very good and had real pumpkin flavor. Pastries were great as well. Has some seating with tables, great for working on your laptop Has a table with kids magazines and books Cons: Service is kind of icy, not the most friendly Parking in the area is tough and is paid - make sure you take a good look at parking rules that weren't well labeled

Although I didn't get to try their food I'm giving 5 based on the great service. From the friendly…read morewelcome upon entering to the patience taking the order and then advertising their rewards system I can't say enough good things about this place. Service is a big deal for me. The place is super cute offering both indoor and outdoor seating. Has a bookcase with some books even ones for littles if you bring them along. The banana latte was delicious. I will definitely be back for lunch and a pastry. There was street parking available.

Another great local coffee shop has opened up - this one right in the heart of Lincoln Park!…read moreLincoln Perk opened up during June and has been serving up tasty drinks and treats since. I've been here twice now -- I've had their Iced Banana latte and the Iced Raspberry Danish latter. I LOVE that their syrups are made in-house - it truly makes a difference. I've also had their almond croissant and I have to say it's one of the best that I've had in a while now. The cafe is small but has plenty of seating if you want to sit and hang for a bit! They also have a bookshelf with plenty of options to choose from while you sip your coffee. The staff is all super friendly and welcoming.

I always love coming here! Not only is a coffee great, but…read morethe ambience is unbeatable, and the owner is truly the sweetest . Their lattes are delicious and definitely give a try to their special "science" menu if you are into being surprised ! The croissants are not the best I've had in town, it would definitely be nice if they offer some salty items on the menu, but I understand that their focus is coffee.

Paper Plane Coffee is located in Upper Montclair. Seating here is similar to a plane but being…read morepopular all were taken. Raj often comes here and today had a different coffee - the Paper Plane Tonic consisting of Orange, Tonic and Espresso. He enjoyed it a lot. I had the iced Nam-Dam which consisted of a cold brew with cardamom and sweetened condensed milk. It was delicious and I could have had two! We got high stools and sat by the front window. This cafe is Columbian-American with beans from Columbia. In the refrigerator, I found to my surprise Spēka, the chocolate covered cottage cheese bar in assorted flavors that I had sampled at the Restaurant Show and has been difficult to find in the Big Apple. I bought four in lemon and gave one to Raj to try. The only drawback to this cafe are the hours whereby they close at 6 pm all week.