TLDR: my favorite Bingsoo in the area - great value, flavor, and semicolon has a nice atmosphere The bingsoo here is the lightest and fluffiest in the area, and the toppings are great. They're perfectly layered so you get a little treat in every bite. They're generous with the topping to ice ratio, and it's a great price to boot. As long as they keep it the same I'll be dropping in regularly for a treat. It's pretty chill and nice to hangout, but the seats are a little awkward in the spacing. The space also gets busy when students are out. read more

Semicolon Cafe - Small Strawberry Bingsoo - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

The inside of this cafe is lovely. I would definitely bring my laptop here to enjoy some coffee and the ambiance. A lot of wood, plants, and great natural light. Would recommend this cafe for coffee dates or catching up with friends. I'm not a fancy coffee drinker. I ordered a regular iced caramel coffee w oat milk. Coffee was smooth and balanced. Ordered the BELT egg sandwich. It was ok. Bacon could have been cookies longer, it was very fatty. The bread was so soft. So soft bread soft bacon and soft eggs it was a mushy sandwich. Needed something crunchy. Baristas are very nice. They were super patient with a customer who was paying in coins. I'd come back to try their specialty drinks. read more

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I remember when this spot was Caffe Bene a few years ago before it closed - I was really sad to see it go and delighted to see it return as Semicolon. A quick Google search informed me that a few other Caffe Benes in the NY/NJ area were re-opened under this new name. The location in New Brunswick recently opened and the interior has not been changed much though some of the furniture has been swapped out. It is spacious with high ceilings which I love. I do wish they left more of the smaller tables in place. There are a couple of outlets available though could probably use a few more. The little upstairs area wasn't open the day I came. The bulgogi sandwich was tasty - they drizzled a really delicious sauce over it. Contains egg, lettuce, bulgogi, cheese, made with a toasted brioche bun. The Lady Matcha was a fun strawberry matcha drink that came with an edible strawberry flavor straw. The mango banana smoothie was great too. read more

Semicolon Cafe - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

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So much expensive for no reason, even the food isn't organic. Why are you too f****** pricey for a nasty food.

Have been meaning to try semicolon out for ages and finally made it in. Trying out new coffee shops is one my favorite things to do, so was very excited to swing by semicolon. Let me start off by saying, the ambiance is exactly what I want from a coffee shop, lots of space to work, lots of greenery, and just a great vibe in general. I got the matcha bomb which was great. Perfect balance of matcha to espresso and so smooth. The real star of the show, however, was the bulgogi sandwich. My god was it amazing. The bulgogi was so tender and flavorful paired with perfectly toasted bread and fluffy eggs. Truly amazing. Can't wait to try out more on the menu! read more

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This is one of my fav cafes! The decor is so cute and cozy, and the overall atmosphere is very chill. I usually spend 1-3 hrs here (I've never had trouble finding a table). I've been here about four times, and the egg and lox sandwich is still my favorite. The lady matcha drink is good (I just wasn't a huge fan of the strawberry popcorn on top). The tiramisu drink is great hot or iced. read more

Semicolon Cafe - Tiramisu Latte, Lady Matcha, Chicken Sandwich, and Egg and Lox Sandwich - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

Semicolon cafe is a cute little cafe on George street in New Brunswick serving brioche sandwiches and a variety of fun drinks. I came here and tried their popular lady matcha drink which is a strawberry matcha served with little strawberry popcorns on top. I was impressed by the matcha color and taste but the strawberry was a bit too overpowering and sweet for me. Loved the regular matcha and would get it again! read more

Semicolon Cafe - Lady Matcha & Regular Iced Matcha - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

The bulgogi sandwich was really good. Wish it were a little bigger. Service was good. Asked about the Matcha drinks as this was my first time trying. Got some recommendations. I now like Matcha! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance was cool. Spacious spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Only downfall was the internet. I saw people on there laptops but internet not working well for me. 4 stars for the bulgogi sandwich!! read more

Located right on the George Street, it is a very spacious cafe with plenty of seating and a lot of plants and cute decorations around!. They have great selection of coffees, teas, pastries and sandwiches. The service is always friendly and the atmosphere is perfect. We had a latte and cold brew, both were good. I have been their couple of times but never had food, will definitely go again to try their sandwiches. read more

Food: can only speak to the Korean shaved ice and it was exactly what I needed on a 90+ degree weather outside. Service: staff is nice and friendly. Plenty of seating available. Love the plants and minimalist aesthetic read more

Semicolon Cafe - Shaved ice mango - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

One of the spacious and equally cute cafe I've visited in a very long time. Tried their Avocado sandwich and Feta Spinach along with a Cappuccino and totally satisfied. Totally surprised to see it empty with very few customers during the early hours. Service was good and the wonderful dine inn space is a plus. Definitely gonna come again, added some of my snaps from this place below....... read more

Semicolon Cafe - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

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This place is so cute! I was pleasantly surprised to see it was empty the couple mornings I came in the past. It's very large and spacious with plenty of seating and a lot of plants and cute decorations around! I got an iced mocha and tried one of their sandwiches. I loved how you could see and smell the fresh brioche being made for the sandwiches, and they tasted so fresh and delicious and are even packaged so cutely! read more

Semicolon Cafe - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

I LOVED this place when I went. The environment is great, as it is spacious and allows you to sit, chill, and use the Wi-Fi while drinking your coffee. The staff is incredibly welcoming, and as a seafood guy, I love the tuna and salmon options read more

So excited to see my neighborhood coffee shop when I lived in downtown Jersey City in New Brunswick. The ambiance is different since on Rutgers campus then Hudson River views but the quality still there . The Tiramisu latte tastes as good as I remembered and too late in day for sandwich. Also got my usual red bean mochi which were tasty as I remember. Will be back since now this is my local Semicolon . read more

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Space is enormous! It's challenging to find seating because it's always full, though not packed since seating is well spaced out. We arrived for a late breakfast around noon on a Sunday, and every seat was taken. We had to share a table with someone, which was fine. The staff there were very kind. There were so many desserts that I wanted to try them all. We each ordered a coffee and a sandwich, but I couldn't finish mine because the portion was so large and filling! I got the bulgogi, which was rich and delicious and my boyfriend got the ham, which he thought was also delicious. Each had their own delicious sauce that paired well with the sandwich and protein. I would definitely come back to try another one. read more

Semicolon Cafe - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

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When I saw that semicolon café opened in New Brunswick, I was extremely excited, as I have been meaning to visit the NYC location for a while now. My friends and I visited on a late Saturday morning to grab brunch and get some light studying done. Although there are a good number of tables, there is a lack of outlets and we were reprimanded when moving the tables around to be near an outlet. However, the staff kindly provided the wifi password upon request. I ordered the egg sandwich along with an iced coffee and it did not disappoint. The egg sandwich was very tasty, albeit a bit small for the price. It was slightly difficult to eat given the container it was provided in, but I thoroughly enjoyed all the contents of the sandwich and especially the bread it self. I will definitely be back to try the other sandwiches and the bingsoo! read more

Semicolon Cafe - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Such a cute hidden gem in New Brunswick! The prices are similar to the Dunkin down the street and at a much better quality. I loved the hot matcha latte and plan to go back to study there since the space is so peaceful. read more

Semicolon Cafe - Sandwich Menu - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

Really cute new cafe in New Brunswick. It is located on George street (so be mindful of the lack of parking). The avocado sandwich was really good and they bake the brioche bread in house. The one thing I'll say is that it took over 45 minutes to get my sandwiches, and it wasn't really that busy. Other than that, the coffee was really good (tiramisu latte) and I would definitely recommend! read more

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I didn't even know this place existed! Perhaps because I'm not a local college student but I'm not too far away so I came to check it out once I saw it on Apple Maps next to a restaurant I frequent. I got here a few minutes before opening - 10am. Which for a coffee shop was a little late for opening but that was fine with me. I ordered an iced mocha and it was delicious. Baristas were friendly. Next time I'll try a sandwich as one of the other patrons told me they were yummy. Parking is hard to find around here so just be prepared for that. The aesthetic and ambiance was so nice inside. Relaxing. You could read a book, get some work done etc. There is a mix of large tables for groups and small tables for couples/singles. I can't wait to return. read more

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Overpriced eggs on toast. The inside felt like it has t been cleaned in a while - not much seating.

Was so incredibly surprised at this gem of a coffee shop - so spacious, natural, and beautiful in contrast to the more congested feeling surrounding area. We went on a Sunday morning and the vibes were immaculately chill. No long lines, plenty of seating, and relatively fast turnaround time for food and drinks. They have greenery and the cleanest aesthetic - a blend of industrial and natural. Tons of variety for seating including 2-person tables, tables with stools that seat 4 or more, a couch, and a little love seat. There's even a little lofted area! I really enjoyed my matcha and the shroom sandwich. The truffle mayo was fantastic. *I will say the service could have been a little friendlier but maybe it's just the Southerner in me* read more

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Great food, service, and ambiance. What more could you ask for? Will be happy to come back. Try the Ham sandwich and Pumpkin Spice latte, very comforting. read more

Semicolon Cafe - The Ham and Avacado sandwiches with Pumpkin Spice lattes. - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

The matcha here is solid and def among the best that NJ has to offer. The egg sandwiches are def more than worth a try. The bread is pillowy, the eggs are fluffy, and the toppings are fresh! I'd give this a high 3 rating :) my only qualm is they ran out of oatmilk so I couldn't get what I came for originally and secondly, the bread for the sandwich is a smidge too sweet. But overall if you're going to a chain spot for matcha or a grab n go brunch, you really can't beat semicolon read more

Semicolon Cafe - Lox and egg sandwich - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

First time at Semicolon and can't wait to try more! Food: we both got tiramisu lattes and really Enjoyed them. I'm more of an americano person but wanted to try something different. The drink was delicious and not too sweet for me. Service: the people at the counter were very nice! Ambiance: this is the most beautiful cafe I've stoppped into in NJ. There are multiple levels of seating, lots of natural wood decor, and overall this is such a cozy spot to hangout, read, or get some work done. I could stay here all day. Value: the lattes are $6.50 for specialty which feels in line with most speciality drinks in the area. read more

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Located in heart of Rutgers I would say with ample space to work from and catch up. Their menu is pretty wide with options and offer great food pairing if you are feeling hungry. We ordered iced matcha and their hot tiramisu latte and both were great. We also ordered their shroom sandwich without the egg and even that was excellent. A pairing of hot sauce will elevate the sandwich so just a suggestion if the owners are reading this review Service could have been welcoming but overall a great place to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee. read more

Semicolon Cafe - Tiramisu Latte (HOT, no Milk choice) Shroom Sandwich - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Cute cafe to study or hang out at. I was excited for this location to open as we don't have a lot of shaved ice and any Korean sandwich places in the area. The decor/layout is very similar to caffe bene (the old spot). With plenty of seating and an upstairs area. The tiramisu latte was yummy with the cream on top. The shroom sandwich was messy to eat but it tasted good and the mushroom flavor is strong. A bit too oily. The shaved ice melted fast and lacked flavor. It was a bit underwhelming. read more

Semicolon Cafe - Mango bingsoo, Tiramisu Latte (ICED), Shroom Sandwich - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

Had to go back another time! Another round of lady matcha (matcha + strawberry milk) and bulgolgi sammie? Yes please. Everything is darn delicious and cute. Probably best to come here when you aren't starving but moreso ready for a light meal. The bread is fluffy, the meat is well cooked, the drink-- drinkable. The ambiance? Peaceful and unassuming. I just wish there were more electrical plugs around so I could do work and keep hanging out. All the same, it's all good. read more

Semicolon Cafe - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

I've seen Semicolon Cafe around the northeast and wanted to try it. I think they're known for their unique sandwiches in brioche bread but we weren't in the mood to try it. Instead, we ordered bing soo and a strawberry-ade. I personally would've liked it a little sweeter, it was about 20% syrup and 80% carbonated water so a bit bland. Out of their flavors of bingsoo (mango, matcha, strawberry, black sesame, chocolate, matcha strawberry) they were out of everything except mango and strawberry -.- on a Saturday afternoon. Interesting. So we ordered a mango one. Turns out they were also "out" of the bowls to serve them in.. so my party of 3 had to eat our bingsoo out of 2 cups instead. Definitely dampened the experience a bit. Nonetheless, lots of seating and a good place to relax, catch up with friends or even study. read more

Um... LOVE. no words other than that. It was a wonderful experience coming here to work for a few hours, drink their tiramisú iced coffee, and eat a delicious sandwich. Inside is SO CUTE and definitely a great place to hangout and chat or work! Service was incredible friendly and welcoming and I just loved my experience here. I just found my new favorite coffee shop in the area! read more

Semicolon Cafe - Avocado Sandwich - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Cute coffee/tea shop with unusual and delicious sandwiches. Went before a show at the State. A perfect lunch!

Looking for an after lunch coffee, a quick look-up on Yelp showed Semicolon Cafe at 4.7 stars. We went in and after a few minutes of studying their menu, I opted for a drip (black) because they don't do pour overs and wifey got an oat milk latte because almond or oat milk are the only available milk substitutes. Our order taker seemed more interested in the shenanigans of her work crew and it might be the reason why my drip was forgotten. The latte was slightly bitter and needed a touch of sugar to correct. If I had to describe the drip.... it was diner coffee. I've had better drip at other cafes that had some discernible tasting notes. The atmosphere is college crowd with lots working on laptops and small group gatherings. Small bites, sweet treats, espresso drinks, specialty drinks, tea drinks and canned drinks are available. There are lots of coffee cafes in the area. Being that a bad espresso shot was apparent in the latte, I would not order a macchiato or cortado. Let alone the drip was nothing special....i'll leave it at that. :( read more

Consistent, delicious, and affordable! I've always enjoyed their well-dressed (truffle sauce is amazing!) mushroom egg sandwich between nicely toasted brioche. Veggies in the sandwich taste nice and fresh every time. It's my go to spot, and I've had it at least 10x in the past 2 weeks! Shout-out to their coffee too, iced latte hits the spot - and they make a very well-caffeinated drink. Double shot gives me enough energy for long shifts at work. LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. Haven't found coffee in the area to compete with it yet. read more

Yummy breakfast sandwiches- we would definitely come back! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute location too![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was great as well

On a Monday morning, I wanted to get a breakfast that quick, and I remembered hearing about Semicolon Cafe. So we decided to check it out. Upon entering, I was pleased with the simple and nice interior. We ordered at the register before seating ourselves. We ordered the lox sandwich and chicken sandwich. My girlfriend enjoyed her lox sandwich but mentioned that it was small. Similarly, my chicken sandwich was very good but also small. Overall, we liked the food and would recommend Semicolon Cafe for a quick and tasty bite. read more

Semicolon Cafe - Chicken Sandwich, Egg and Lox Sandwich - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

Been here twice since they opened and absolutely love it. I've been to Semicolon in NYC and I'm def very happy to have a location at RU :) Sandwiches are good but can be a little too buttery. I've tried the chicken and shroom sandwiches and felt that the chicken sandwich was a lot better. The shroom sandwich was good but felt like it lacked a little (I was tired of eating it by the end, if that makes sense lol) Prices are pretty good for the area and the service is solid as well. The seating can be a little limited but pretty typical for a cafe. Overall, I can see myself coming here quite often. Def recommend trying!! Haven't gotten the chance to try the bingsoo yet though. read more

Semicolon Cafe - Matcha Latte + Mango Ade, Bulgogi + Shroom Sandwiches - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

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I began working in downtown New Brunswick in January 2023 and this coffee shop is 100 yards from my office. Here is the biggest problem I have with this establishment. You would never know it's a coffee shop because the name nor any of the signs in the window advertise what they sell. I walked past this place dozens of time not knowing it was a coffee shop. I was stuck drinking lousy coffee from a chain coffee shop. Not anymore! As a coffee snob, I would say the coffee here is excellent. I have only had the coffee here and none of the food items. My co-workers have had the foo foo drinks and love them. The establishment is huge and there is plenty of space to get comfortable and stay a while. Nice vibrant and trendy feel. The service is always very friendly. The prices are reasonable compared to other coffee chains. There is also a frequent customer card you can have punched if you are a regular....like me. read more

I love semicolon!!! The sandwiches are to die for! The breads so delicious! Sweet and fluffy! I'm drooling thinking about it!

The overall cafe is so cute and the natural lighting makes it so pretty. There is plenty of seating inside. I got the Lady Matcha and it was okay. It just tasted like strawberry milk. I would like to try other drinks to see if those are better. read more

Semicolon Cafe - Lady Matcha - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Very aesthetic and surprisingly spacious cafe! Semicolon feels very relaxing and intimate, making it a great place to either study or catchup with friends during a late afternoon. Both drinks were refreshing and tasty. The staff were very polite and prepared our orders quickly! Will be coming back to try their egg sandwiches. read more

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Such a cute place! Definitely a spot for studying or working remotely. Prices aren't bad and the food taste amazing! read more

Semicolon Cafe - Mango Banana Smoothie + Bulgogi Sandwich with added avocado - Desserts Near Me - New Brunswick, New Jersey