Co-worker is jacked on caffeine most of the time and recommended this place. Closest is this new location in Manalapan. Bare bones establishment: rectangular room with a counter, no tables or chairs. Clearly meant for the customers on the go, which, given the strength of the coffee does not surprise me. Super friendly staff. Honestly, I felt a little dumb in their presence. Clearly not Dunkin Donuts, Starbucks or even your typical dive cafe's of old. This is the next generation of serious coffee shop, equivalent to craft beer breweries. Anyways, enough asslicking...been there a few times and always go for the New Orleans blend. Almost afraid to try something new, but even if I never do, the New Orleans iced is superb. $4 for a "regular" (aka large) size. Well worth the money. I've been to the location in Wall more, but I promised these guys I'd give them a leg up. I'm afraid they're going to have a tough time staying afloat in this location. It's in a rather dreary strip mall on Route 9 and is easy to miss if you're not looking for it. Also have the lingering suspicion that Rook is trying to expand too quickly. It's a very tough market, but I do not want to see Rook go the Starbucks route. read more

If you're looking for warm and fuzzy first thing in the morning you're not going to get it from the lady behind the counter. She was annoyed by my questions since I'm new to area (mind you I was the only person in there). Coffee is good but skip this location go to Colts Neck where they're much kinder. read more

Amazing Coffee, in the same strip mall as Barre for a great workout then Salon Cemone for a great Blowout! It works for most as an essential great start to a day . I use all three on weekends . I do t have a great deal of time so I find quality service in all three businesses. Enjoy read more

Hot New Orleans simply amazing. Best Coffe I've ever had. This place will be around for a long time

Rook itself is fantastic, but this location sadly falls a bit below their usual high standard. You can't go wrong with any of their coffees, hot or cold. The staff at this location may not have been as seasoned as others because they weren't as knowledgeable, but still eager to help. This has all of the typical Rook qualities when it comes to their coffees in regards to variety, flavors, decent sized cups and very inexpensive. Strongly recommend it if you're in the area. read more

Love this coffee spot! It's a no frills kind of coffee place which I like. I'm sipping on their New Orleans blend = yum

I had really high hopes for this coffee shop. The interior of the shop looks really awesome, a lot of thought was put into the look and feel. The only downside to the interior is there is nowhere to sit and enjoy your coffee. Additionally, despite there being a lot of options of coffee varieties and roasts we found the coffee to be weak. Also I found it odd that you cannot add your own cream, milk, etc. There was way too much cream (and sugar for my sister) for such weak coffee. I felt I could have had better tasting coffee at McDonald's or Dunkin' Donuts--and I am normally a fan of indie coffee places. I would not recommend if you are a fan of your coffee tasting like coffee. We got two scones. The oat and currant scone had a great nutty flavor. The cranberry scone was good as well but typical of most scones I've had. read more

Perfection. The coffee quality is better than any I've had anywhere. The staff is WONDERFUL. Text to order makes life easier (two kids under 3 here!!). Fig butter bagels are so addicting and go perfectly with their amazing coffee. Love getting an Iced New Orleans in the summer. Keep up the great work! read more

I have been here many times since it recently opened - great coffee every single time - cold or hot. So happy to have a place like this nearby. read more

It's a Rook. It's the same at every Rook. Excellent staff, even better coffee, busy as well, and a little pricey. But worth it. Try the Turkish. read more

Best coffee I've had in the US! You can text your order and it's ready for you to pick up as soon as you arrive. I recommend the Nicaraguan! read more

Nice change of pace from the coffee chains! Their coffee is strong and tasty. I feel like it has tons of caffeine, which I like. They don't have many snacks/treats. The ones they do have are delicious! read more

Best coffee ever wish there was a way to ship there cold brew thru the mail since im in north jersey. Definetly be back

This is an awesome little shop, kind of in a weird location but it's not too had to get to. The staff is very polite, friendly environment, and enjoy having conversations. I've had the cold brew as well as regular coffee, both are very good and i would love go back! I was kind of disappointed that they do not sell espresso-type beverages, that would be awesome if they did. read more

The Manalapan location didn't fail to impress, friendly communicative staff engaging the customers. What a terrific way to start your day. New Orleans cold brew an awesome treat. read more

I was pretty impressed. Service was very fast. I was out within a minute. I wish there was a place to sit here. It's very nice, clean,neat inside. Not too cluttered and overwhelming. Seems pretty simple and straightforward as far as menu options, and to me is much simpler and less crowded than starbucks. Being that this location is in a strip mall that's a little off the beaten path, it seems a lot quieter than competitors starbucks and dunkin donuts located just a few miles up the road. As far as the coffee? It was on point. I tried the seemingly popular new orleans cold blend. They don't go overboard on the milk/sugar and It didn't leave a sour taste on my tongue like Dunkin usually does. If you love a strong coffee flavor this is your place. read more

Rook Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manalapan, New Jersey

Simply the best coffee around. First time in this location and impressed like always. Thanks for the best coffee

The ice coffee is not bad, This place is so over rated. When you walk into s coffee place you think it would smell like coffee but not here witch is weird. They also seem to put to much milk in unless you tell them otherwise, when you do that they leave a lot of extra room at the top telling you they follow an exact recipe lmao its coffee and milk. read more

Great coffee, great service. Just need some chairs, so I can meet friends there for coffee. read more

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE ROOK coffee!!!! I was always a Starbucks guy and when ROOK started to become popular I have changed for the better. I am hooked! My favorite is their New Orleans Cold Brew with Almond Milk. I was so happy when they opened up their Manalapan Location. My only disappointment is not I'm working night shift 7p-7a and they are closed when I drive into work. They should stay open until at least 7pm ;) read more

Awesome coffee. Definitely gives Starbucks and DD competition. If this was on the way to work then i would be their regular customer. However I would have to drive the other direction in the morning which I do once or twice a week. Keep up the good coffee. read more

The best ice coffee. Period. The New Orleans is my favorite, it has a chickory undertones and is always consistent.

We first heard about Rook after seeing the bumper stickers everywhere, and finally decided to try it out for ourselves. The barista was very friendly and service was quick. We each ordered a cold brew latte- one with regular milk and one with soy. We were pleasantly surprised that the coffee tasted better than that from the average chain, and was also a very good value. We will definitely return for some more quick and tasty coffee! :) read more

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Coffee was great but when I walked in the music was blasting and I couldn't hear a word the server was saying and they couldn't hear me, either. I told them that the music was way too loud and both servers who were behind the counter said they were used to it. I said but your customers aren't. They just laughed. They just lost a customer. read more

their pumpkin cold brew is the. best. pumpkin. spice. period. worth the 30 min round trip just for an iced coffee. staff is also real chill & friendly! read more

Rook Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manalapan, New Jersey

Cute little coffee shop and the coffee they sell is pretty good and unique, but the price on a daily basis for brewed coffee can be a bit steep. Definitely worth trying out and you'll probably end up getting hooked! read more

Rook is my favorite coffee place since I first stopped in last year. The staff at the manalapan store are so friendly, I genuinely enjoy stopping in before work. They're also very helpful and knowledgeable when it comes to recommendations based on what you like. Wish they had seating but not complaining as I usually end up taking my iced NOLA to the beach! read more

The first time i went to Rook Coffee was at Monmouth Medical Center. Previously, i started hearing so many amazing things about it. I was shocked and intrigued, so at the hospital, i just had to check it out. For my first time, the baristas were so patient and explained to me the different types of cold brew, without an once of frustration. They seemed so happy to help. Today i went to Rook in Manalapan expecting the same service and i was sadly disappointed. The experience wasn't as i expected. I felt very rushed, yet besides me there was one other person in the coffee shop. Next time i will know to not have questions prepared, but to quickly have my order ready. read more

Great Coffee. A wonderful compliment to then go have my hair done at Salon Cemone in the same shopping center Sooooo convenient. I love bringing coffee in to my stylist Frosine she is so in love with this coffee as she was introduced to it at the ROOK in Colts Neck. Its great flavor and not as strong as Starbucks. Enjoy! read more

Fantastic cold brew. A cut above all others. Try the coffee with chicory-amazing. It's an oasis in a sea of mediocrity. I'm a huge fan, don't mind the price for a great brew. read more

This is behind the house I grew up in & upon returning home, I'd stop here everyday. Supreme coffee. Recommend N'Awlins with Almond Milk.

Have to go to that mall once a week and look forward to getting my cup of coffee!!!