They were slammed when I was in so the service was a bit mechanical. They were efficient though and the coffee was very good. No hot lattes FYI. They brew everything on the spot so you are getting an incredibly fresh cup of coffee. Cool concept. Incredibly popular based on size and consistency of the crowd while I was there. Limited to no seating options. Clean establishment. Moderate prices. read more

There is nothing I love more in life than coffee. And local coffee, puts the AMERICAN in my americanO. I had a fantastic cup off Rook Coffee at Black Gold Records in Brooklyn. After that cup, I became mildly obsessed with finding the time, and transportation to get out to one of their shops in South Jerz. Mission, drink their cold brew and buy as many as seen fit. So $80 later, 6 32oz bottles of cold brew, and one large one to go for the road, I felt I hit the coffee junkie jackpot. I did the math with my coffee drinking ways, and these should last me about 20 days. The beauty of the cold brew is that it is a concentrate, so it will last at least 3 weeks after opened and all you have to do is add ice and your favorite dairy/non-dairy product. I'm praying to the coffee gods that Rook makes their cold brew available online for ordering as I would surely order a monthly supplies worth. Kudos to the staff also at this location as they were fantastic. read more

I love a good cup of coffee and supporting local businesses. Rook Coffee Roasters is that, with a pleasant interior (standing room only) and coffee made to order. So why three stars? The coffee I chose, an Indonesian perhaps, was just 'ok'. And considering I'm paying more than your typical Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts, my expectations for gourmet coffee are higher. This cup had a higher acidity texture with flavor lacking. I hope to stop in again and raise a star if I try a different bean/country that impresses me more; also want to try some of their cold brew. read more

Simply put....absolutely the BEST!!! From the quality of the personally brewed cup of coffee to the friendly neighbor service that you get every single day!! Rook Coffee Roasters brings back the pride in business ownership and it shows in everything they do....congrats!!!!! Date: 10/15....Unfortunately, I have the change my thoughts on Rook. The quality of the coffee isn't the same or as good and the service at Little Oak is HORRIBLE!!!! I hope things go back to my first paragraph bc I really want Rook to continue to succeed. 8/2016: The friendly service is nonexistent. The quality of the coffee isn't the same. I think Rook has lost its passion for quality and service from when it first opened and has focused too much on the $$$$$. Shawn and Holly....don't change the reason why you first started Rook. read more

after hearing the hype about this spot I wanted to try it out. Menu was very limited but the employees were so amazing and kind, they helped me to figure out what would be best drink for me. After trying it the coffee was honestly mediocre, personally would rather Starbucks because there around the same price range anyway and there are way more options. read more

As a coffee nerd and a coffee professional, I was excited to run across a roaster while at a wedding in the area. I would give 2 stars but the customer service was so exceptional, it deserves another star. The people of the shop were really nice and informative and personal. When walking in it's very simplistic and is made for walkin and out only. A cold and hot sign with a large list of coffees and roasting styles are quite visible and easy to understand. I chose the cold brew, New Orleans style, (think Grady's Cold Brew) per recommendation. They brew in a concentrate then add milk or water depending on your preference. Unfortunately I did not really enjoy the coffee itself and ended up not drinking it. While it tasted ok, the flavor was too concentrated and syrupy. The chicory was completely lost and the coffee was unexceptional. Would I recommend this place, yes, the people are great and I would go back to try a pour over style coffee. Their wall full of single serve tins is great and I wish I would have tried one of them. As an espresso traditionalist and someone who drinks them all the time, I was disappointed they didn't have a machine to give an espresso option and I did ask if any of the locations had it, sadly no. But, even though that's not their way of doing coffee, I would still recommend it. I am aware that my review is only 3 stars but since this is a coffee specific shop, I have to rate them based on that alone. In summary, the cold brew was not something I enjoyed. But the overall experience pushed them further. Go in and check them out. read more

Excellent coffee place. Reminds me of Jersey Shore Roasters in Leonardo, another great place that has a myriad of different roasts for coffees run by people who truly love coffee. The set up of the place is incredibly simple, and that same simplicity extends to the minimal but lovely decor. The servers were extra friendly and sweet to us, asking us if we'd like soy or almond milk, a coffee stopper, etc. Extremely attentive to little details. The coffee itself was excellent and I wish that I had not added any soy milk (I typically drink my coffee black but I was in need of a quick cup so I needed the milk to cool it down) - this is the kind of coffee thats so good you want to drink it black. Can't wait to come again! read more

Everyone raves about this place. I'm a coffee lover. Have been drinking coffee for years, about a decade now. So I went completely out of my way to try it. It's the middle of the day so I just needed a regular coffee, nothing too strong. I spoke with one of the guys there. He was somewhat helpful. Ended up ordering just a regular iced coffee with some milk. After tasting it, I discovered it was just a regular cup of coffee. In my opinion it tasted just like a dunkin donuts regular iced coffee. Sorry but I think this place is overrated. read more

Rook Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

Having never been to Rook and figuring I'd see what the hype was all about en route to the beach.... Was confused on where to order and no one to guide as it appears that everyone orders ahead snd just goes to counter to pick up. Finally ordered after figuring out the situation. Asked for recommendations and the girl said she'd never tried any of them! Are you serious!? (15 min wait for basic black coffee). read more

Excellent! Had the New Orleans iced coffee and couldn't believe I was having such a perfect coffee in Long Branch, NJ! Where were you when I lived here, Rook?? read more

Oh god my family is nuts over Rook! My entire family loves it here, and must go on the weekends and during the week if their schedule allows it....I on the other hand don't drink coffee. I think it is super efficient and apparently the new orleans cold brew is where its at ! They get people in and out quickly with their coffees in tow. My family even got my boyfriend hooked he works in the city and searches for a place that is as good all the time...until yet he has not found a place....which is a first for us because typically food and bev is light years away from monmouth county. Over all don't miss out if you love coffee , you will not be disappointed ! read more

Such good coffee! I know that Rook has a reputation for being the known coffee in NJ shore towns, & after trying it this weekend for the first time I know it's true! I visited this location two days in a row & had a great experience. The staff is so incredibly friendly with quick service, & that's something that I can always appreciate. Living an hour away, Rook unfortunately isn't something we have in Bergen County but they have the option to buy their coffee beans to bring home & they'll even grind them up for you! 5/5, no question about it. read more

I remember my first time at a Rook. I like to consider the Long Branch one my favorite, but it's only bc it's my go-to. I went in and, as I usually did at coffee shops, I asked the workers what they recommend. Instead of just being handed a cup I was asked what I liked. So I said lighter roast and they pointed to their chalkboard of coffee. I stated the Ethiopian one, but the girl made me pronounce the second part of the name of the coffee. So I stumbled through "yirgacheffe" but it was a fun time nonetheless. (Ur-gah-chef) From there I only drank that yirgacheffe. Every time. But I recently upgraded to a medium roast, got the Nicaraguan this morning. Don't regret my decision at all. I mean if the coffee wasn't insanely delicious, I'd still probably give this place 5 stars because the employees are just the damn best. You can even text in an order and like run in to pick it up. If there was ever a reason to move to Monmouth County.... read more

Some coffee snobs claim this place is overrated... over-roasted beans and the Rook "quick pour" method doesn't yield the most flavor. I'm not a coffee expert. I totally hear the concerns, but to this coffee "rook"ie (ha), Rook is awesome. New Orleans cold brew is one of the best iced coffee drinks ever, and you can't get it anywhere else. I like mine with just whole milk. Friendly, well-trained staff that really works when it's busy. read more

Rook Coffee - Iced New Orleans! Rook's LB location is in a small plaza off Rt. 36/Joline. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

The coffee is thicker than usual coffee unless it's the cream they use. The New Orleans iced has a robust flavor that not everyone will appreciate. I added a little sugar and really enjoyed the coffee. There is no frills to this coffee shop, but the coffee is good. read more

Rook Coffee - Cute packaging - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

I'm hooked, a super hot pour over that tantalizes the taste buds. Text your order ahead for quick pick up Iced coffee regular very good, take it up a couple of notches with a New Orleans iced. Granola bars super tasty. Colts Neck is my new favorite rook. Please start text service at this location! read more

Long time costumer who has been drinking Rook coffee for YEARS. The beans are delicious and are roasted to perfection but I feel as they have grown the care per cup has taken a hit and the quality is not nearly what it was. There is no opportunity given to the coffee to bloom nor is the cup made with the proper water to coffee ratio. Finally, the water is poured in quite to fast before the coffee is able to fully release the full flavors of their delicious beans. Overall good coffee but the quality has absolutely taken a hit. read more

The layout of this store is a bit nonsensical but no matter. I discovered Rook last year and its easily the best iced coffee in NJ. I love their New Orleans Cold Brew and if I didn't live an hour away I would have bought a few pints to bring home. Open a location farther north please! Next time I'm bringing a cooler. read more

Iced coffee now comes in a sippy cup - no straws available. Not ideal when grabbing on the go. Coffee is acidic and the ice hitting my teeth is super uncomfortable. Who wants to drink iced coffee without a straw!? read more

What a Great cup of coffee ! First time trying Rook, and went for the special coffee of the day ! It was call Uganda and wow it amazed me , probably the best coffee I have had in awhile ! Can't wait till they build one by me ! Friendly people who work there made the experience amazing ! read more

Rook Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

First coffee is always very good. I knocked two stars off because you will no longer cut and butter/cream cheese a bagel. Then your staff didn't fail to make a snarky remark at a client who then turned down buying the bagel. Really?? Is that the vibe now? No thanks. read more

Rook coffee is amazing. The iced New Orleans is deliciously dark, with subtle chocolatey undertones. The employees are welcoming and knowledgeable. This location is a little confusing if you've never been there before! You order with the baristas and THEN head to the register. Very small location, grab and go high-quality coffee. I recommend their seasonal peppermint cold brew with soy milk and a little sugar! read more

Where to start. I had come to love Rook from their first location in Oakhurst, putting up with overbearing and obnoxious summer crowds, and terrible parking just to enjoy a cup of great coffee on my way to work. You can imagine how excited I was when Rook opened up a second location, along my way to work with ample parking and a commuter crowd. And so it went for a few weeks until my last day going in. The new store had the same great coffee, the same ground fresh and poured to order niche, but something was different. The new employees seemed to be different than coffee lovers, the new baristas were coffee snobs. I often overheard them talking amongst themselves about the "best" way to brew coffee was French press. (The best way to enjoy anything is how it tastes/seems best to you). Often scowling if people ordered milk in their coffee, and just being downright snooty. My final visit occurred when I was asked about "the flavors I enjoyed" in my last cup I drank. I told the bearded hipster, and he muttered under his breath, "...well that's not right." I am still giving them 3 stars because I refuse to let a few bad apples ruin what might otherwise be an awesome experience for someone else. If you have never had Rook, definitely try it! Just don't be surprised if you feel like a casual wine drinker in a vineyard of condescending connoisseurs. read more

The best coffee period. Ground to order and pour over for every cup. Not just when you ask. Roasted locally and most are fair trade and organic. Oh and dare I mention their ice coffee New Orleans style. After trying rook iced coffee you will never ever accept hot brewed iced coffee again. All rook iced coffee is cold brewed. I don't know what they do but they seem to add a little taste of heaven. This will be the standard for ice coffee in years to come. Nothing else is even close! read more

This place does it right. They specialize in coffee and focus on the freshness and the small variety of favors. They don't over complicate it. The staff knows everything about the different styles and the coffee tastes so fresh every single time because they grind the beans to order. read more

Big fan of Rook coffee but I really like this location in particular the staff is always helpful and very friendly! Love all of the coffee but love the mocha cold brew especially and the mocha mint when they have it which is a seasonal coffee. You can't go wrong with any coffee they are all excellent! read more

To say that I love Rook is a understatement. I crave, obsess & dream about it lol. I recommend the New Orleans iced coffee. With every sip you can truly taste all the amazing spices that make up this brew. I've been to all the locations & this one is my favorite due to the parking being the best. Every barista at all the establishments are very welcoming & truly have a excellent understanding on coffee. read more

Their New Orleans Blend is the best ice coffee brew ever. And, their friendly staff makes this place one of my favorite coffee places in NJ.

Stopped in on the way to Long Branch for a meeting. Got a latte with the Nicaraguan blend which was mild to medium, quite good, but I didn't love it. On the way home, stopped again and tried one of their signature iced coffees which was delicious! The staff were very attentive and offered suggestions to help me decide what to try. They are opening in Wall soon, and according to one barista "expanding rapidly" so I hope East Brunswick is on their list next... read more

This is my jam. The iced coffee is the bomb.com and the employees are beautiful humans.

Rook Coffee at Monmouth Hospital on 2nd Ave in Long Branch is awesome. The staff there is awesome. They are true professionals. I enjoy stopping there often for a Road Coffee. Staff is friendly and professional. read more

The best coffee in monmouth county....the staff is very knowledgeable and not hard on the eyes....if you go to the one in Ocean Township on route 35 go to the Dough Factory first, get your donuts and then your coffee at Rook and then you are in heaven. They should be in the same store. I like to fire one up before I go there and just chill in the parking lot on the weekends. read more

Small coffee shop with the basic coffees from South and Central America. Well made and tasty! A great place to caffine up for a road trip home! read more

Beside the coffee,great bagels and flats when and where available,although lately running out very early am. According to staff,they are concerned with waste . Not sure this is an efficient way of operating. Might be better to donate leftover to needy organizations at the end of the day. This way you are satisfying your guests and doing some good in the communities you serve. A win win situation.. , read more

The coffee was life changing I can't wait to go back and try more! It's pricey but worth it!!

I visit at least 2 times a week and everyone is always very friendly but more importantly very appreciative of my business. The coffee is absolutely unreal and it made me forget the place that everyone supposedly "runs on". read more

Best iced coffee I've had in years. A welcome break from awful DD or disturbing SBs. Many delicious varieties, including New Orleans style with chicory-delicious. Thank you! We plan to become regulars when at the beach! read more

I don't even like coffee, but rook has changed that. I highly recommend this place. Great service, the iced coffee is awesome.

The New Orleans style cold brew blew my mind! Took two concentrate bottles for the road. I'll be seeking out Rook anytime I'm anywhere near Monmouth County read more

Bottom line the coffee is off the hook here. I honestly can say I am not a big American style coffee guy. I am more into espresso but they have totally converted me I love their product. The counter "baristas" are mad friendly as well and totally knowledgeable about their products awesome place my only quip is that they are too far from Manalapan for me and way out of the way too bad for me i suppose read more