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Always a reliable stop! Great coffee, quick service, and friendly staff. My order was made correctly and came out fast. Whether you're grabbing something on the go or sitting for a bit, Starbucks consistently delivers a solid experience. read more

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Employee really rude. Deliberately ignoring us. Made us wait long time. Coffee was good

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8 months ago

Its so disappointing when this location runs out of seasonal items. They are already only available for a limited amount of time. I barely go to Starbucks so when I do, I always get a seasonal treat. About a week ago, I tried the pecan cortada crunch. I loved it! I told all my coworkers about it and have been getting it since. Sucks I had to settle for a cappuccino. Luckily, this location is near my job and not my house. The one near my house seems to stay stocked in their inventory. Also, my hand burned as my cappuccino was handed to me without a sleeve. read more

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Sean C.

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Your typical drive-thru experience. Nothing extraordinary to shout about. Service was quick and professional. I was trying a new pumpkin cream nitro cold brew and it was decent. read more

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I walked in, stood at the register, there were 5 baristas (3 at the drive thru window - 1 female hustling to make drinks 2 males making) no effort to assist her), no one acknowledged I was standing there and I was the only person in line and the only other in-store customer was seated. A simple, "We'll be right with you." would have been appropriate. I simply left. read more

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The person who took my order was rude and unprofessional. I encountered an employee who was clearly have an attitude problem. The person in the front counter does not listen on how customer want their drinks made. It's incredibly frustrating to pay a premium price only to have your order completely wrong and then be met with hostility when you politely ask for it to be corrected. read more

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I've given this place multiple chances, but it's always the same story. These Liberal baristas here are incredibly lazy and half the time they don't even have most of the menu available. And it's not because they're "out of stock" -- it's obvious they just don't feel like making anything beyond the most basic drinks. It's total B.S. to advertise a full menu and then refuse to serve half of it. If you want a place that actually delivers on what they advertise, I'd recommend going elsewhere. read more

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Excellent service, the lady who helped me was extremely friendly, courteous and quick to fill my order. Can't wait to return and will recommend this location to others. read more

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The staff here is very friendly and hard working. I typically go here in the mornings before school. The drinks and food is brought out in a timely fashion. The drinks are always correct. I came here the other day in the afternoon and they were super busy and backed up due to high volume of mobile orders for buy one get one free day. The staff told me they were behind but they handled it so professionally and at a timely fashion. Staff here is great. Thank you for your hard work read more

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Service is completely horrible here!! Takes 20 or minutes to get a drink in the weekends. Today I placed a Mobile order and I show up and says cafe is closed I couldn't even get my order . I have wait in a huge line in drive through just to get my order I have been in line over 10 minutes and have 6 cars in front of me!! TURN YOUR MOBILE ORDERING OFF if you can't handle the flow !! No one placing a mobile order should have to wait in the drive through for an order they placed over 20 minutes ago. Then wait another 20 minutes to get it in the drive through . I get to the monitor and young lady asked for my order and I said I had a mobile order asked for the name and then I said that they should turn off mobile ordering ! Then I assume it was someone who was in charge says that turning off mobile ordering is not in his control and that he had four people called out today and I feel bad that happened and know the feeling all to well but this is HORRIBLE when a staff does know how disable a system that was causing a back of cars because there is not enough staff!! Mobile ordering is a great thing when you have the staff to handle the flow . 40mins to from the time I placed order to the time I was able to get through the drive through to get it . I'm never coming here again . I have a problem every time I come here always long wait times for drinks . I place an order in bridgewater and get to piscataway and still my drink isn't ready . I get we are all understaffed over worked but this is not a good way to keep a business flowing. read more

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Matt H.

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This is the slowest Starbucks I've ever been to. On 11/26/23, I waited over 35 minutes for two drinks. I asked 2 different employees about the 1 missing drink multiple times and they said they thought someone took the drink but I was in the waiting area the whole time and never saw it come out. When I finally got the drink, I tried to tell the employee what happened and she said "I just got here" and walked away from me. Terrible service. This isn't the only time they've been slow (usually about 10 minutes past the "expected ready" time on a mobile order). If you're mobile ordering, just do so way in advance. Or don't give this location your business as I plan on doing going forward. read more

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Shanise C.

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I quickly want to shoutout my favorite Starbucks Barista, the beautiful black girl Linda and the beautiful Caucasian girl with the dimples who wears glasses, sadly I don't remember her name. Every single time I come to Starbucks and see them, my day is made. These beautiful ladies have an infectious spirit about them that is super impressionable. A lot of the staff here are nice, but these two are Top Tier. I can imagine it's not an easy place to work at; but you ladies manage the stress well. Kindness rules the world. May God bless them in every area of their lives. From a Starbucks Gold Member. :) read more

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Eronini D.

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Surprising to see these really bad reviews since my first two visit here recently was a good experience. My first visit here a few days ago I wasn't sure what to order for a cold beverage since I am not really a coffee drinker, the lady who accident me was really nice to make a recommendation and didn't seem to rush me at her, she even complimented my shirt at the drive thru, I returned 2 days ago for the same beverage but seconds ago placing the order I switched it to try something else, as I pulled up the lady at the drive thru (different from the first with another lady) charged me for the 2nd order and offered me the original cold coffee for free since they had already made the first. They were really nice aside from the free coffee. read more

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Jillian H.

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The sweetest people work here, always so kind, sometimes drinks take a few minutes longer bc of the amount of orders they receive which isn't their fault and is the only Starbucks for about a 20 minute radius (besides on Rutgers campus which is often closed), the poor workers receive so much hate for things out of their control, attention people, estimated time doesn't equal exact time, if your coffee takes and extra 3 minutes it's not because the workers wanted to be slow. You can tell they're overwhelmed sometimes but they always have a positive attitude read more

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Rachel F.

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Slowest Starbucks!!! Literally have to wait 20-25 min in drive thru every time I come. I try to give them the benefit of the doubt but they never fail on taking forever. Probably faster going Into the Starbucks in target down the street read more

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Ziera H.

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This Starbucks is a hit or miss. I ordered the Venti Pineapple Passionfruit Lemonade (new item) and they made my order wrong twice. Line was super long (inside and out). read more

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Mason R.

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Constantly have the inside closed and the drive thru line is insane. Annoying when you order ahead. Nice picture of me with my Starbucks for my long drive ahead. read more

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Every time I have ordered here has been a great experience! Everyone is so friendly and the pickup area is organized. The service is fast and I've never got a wrong item. There is also a leave a book take a book area which is awesome, kind of like a community library :) read more

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Danielle B.

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I've been waiting almost 30 minutes in this drive thru and I ordered ahead. The wait is ridiculous. My drink is probably watered down with ice now. AVOID LOCATION AT ALL COST. read more

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Olivia A.

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I ordered a grande violet drink through the app. The person hands me this at the window and goes "we were out of berries". You are supposed to ask me if I can substitute for something else????? Heck read more

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You would think paying $7-$9 for tea would come with a certain level service.... 3 times out of 10 my orders are incorrect when I visit in the evening. And those other 7 times is only because one particular barista is working. When I point out what's wrong the young lady takes my drink back with a giggle and a my bad.... I say all that to say consistent service is priceless. read more

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Tiffany M.

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Happy Valentine's Day my fellow Adventurers! Stopped by this place between classes for my caffeine fix. So happy I did since coffee is coffee and Starbucks usually has a solid brew. The place is nicely set up with ample seating & parking unlike the one near me in Woodbridge, route 1 North. I HATE going to that location because of parking and just the overall atmosphere. I always find that patrons who go to this location are snobby and entitled. The Piscataway one is definitely better but obviously out of my way considering. Though to note that I usually get a Green Tea Chai Latte and no one seems to know how to make it anymore. I was ordering this for years and everyone knew exactly how and what it was, but unfortunately it's no longer the case. I did learn though that it's 2-3 pumps of chai and not just the one to actually taste it. Oh well! Great spot for my caffeine fix & breather from being on campus. read more

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Cristhian A.

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Horrible service I order a coffee frapp and got a mocha instead also order a green tea lemonade and didn't get any lemonade in it when we asked the girl to fix the mistake they responded (we don't have time for it totally not a Starbucks standard not the first time it happens and worst of all the Barista has a terrible attitude and was extremely rude that's not the way to answer customer specially a person like me that gets coffee there every day ! read more

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Amaury R.

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Slow, uncaring and unprofessional, drinks are rushed and breakfast is always messy and poorly prepared, Do better.

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Amy D.

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They definitely do not know what goes into drinks. So dissatisfied!! If I didn't have a 10 hour drive ahead of me I would have went in and got a refund. Beware! There's a Dunkin Donits down the road. Try there instead. read more

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Sam S.

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Such a beautiful store, but horrible service. They literally just stand around and the person on the register is the slowest and really doesn't care what you want. I Other Starbucks when the cashier is having a hard time the manager or somebody else will come in and help and be nice. At this store you feel like you're a burden on them. Anyway ordered decaf lattes, immediately after drinking them we knew they were not decaf. That's just wrong. read more

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Aurora S.

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This Starbucks is the slowest one I've ever been to. My friend ordered a straight-up black coffee and it took them 20 minutes to give it to her. There's literally a crowd of 23 people in here waiting here for their drinks as I'm typing this waiting for my own drink (it's been 28 minutes)... So absurd -- definitely not worth your time to come here. Go to Penstock in Highland Park or somewhere else instead. read more

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Skyler L.

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Terrible service with baristas that have bad attitude. I wanted to say these kids--everyone pays their dues. If you dont want to be there feel free to find something else to do like be a tiktoker or something. Never again. read more

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Horrible service they're only focused on drive-through six people working on drive-through drinks

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Jennifer V.

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I go for the convenience of the drive through if I have time to kill but have a sleeping child with me, otherwise I support some of the local coffee shops because this place is horrible. This new location has been open for several months but the drive through service is the slowest I've seen. I have frequented the Chatham and green brook drive through locations dozens of times over the years, and I struggle to understand why I have to wait in line for upwards of 10 minutes when there are only a couple cars in line. Last night we were there shortly before 9:30pm and asked for a decaf. Due to the late hour we knew they wouldn't have any brewed but asked for a pour over. We were stunned to learn that they were already cleaning up (they close at 10) and therefore would not make us any. Update - 12/28/19. It's 5:09pm, they close at 10pm and they do not have any coffee brewing nor do they plan to! YOU. HAVE. 5. HOURS. TO. GO. Brew some coffee please! Not everyone wants an espresso drink! This is absolutely ridiculous! read more

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Kate W.

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This Starbucks used to be fantastic at its old location across the street. Ever since it moved there, the hours are unpredictable and the service is slow. The drive thru lane is always backed up so I always go inside to pick up my mobile order. Today the doors were locked with a hand written sign that said cafe closed 12-7 (it's 2pm). I had to go back to drive thru and after waiting in line, I see an associate open the door for another customer. I get back out of line and go back to the cafe. This place in general is poorly managed and I will not go back. read more

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Binita S.

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Ordered a grande green mango tea lemonade with 2 pumps of raspberry syrup and 2 pumps of mango syrup for $3.69. Even though Starbucks is a bit pricy this is the one drink I wouldn't think twice to spend my money on. If you like a bit of sweet and tangy this is the drink for you . I normally just get 4 pumps of mango however was being adventurous today and to my surprise I found my new favorite drink . I will be ordering this drink again . Suggestion - do mobile order in the morning so you can just pick it up and go ! I did the mobile order too late so I ended up waiting 2 more minutes but still got it pretty fast . Gotta love the mobile app!! read more

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Tomi C.

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I've never had an issue with this Starbucks! It is great! The staff are friendly and they make yummy drinks. I will definitely go back. PS: there is outdoor seating (so it is good for COVID). read more

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Always a long drive through line and they keep running out of the egg white and spinach wraps

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This is the worst Starbucks known to man kind. If I can give negative stars I would do it without even blinking. The workers here are straight up lazy and they just stand around while my order takes 20 minutes to make. Please keep in mind that it's not even busy. I've asked for my mobile order when the girl started to take her phone and text and she looks for my order and goes "oh it's coming" -- coming where? You're standing there texting and the other workers are making drinks and food for themselves. It's just 1 girl out of 4 employees who was working. Whoever is the manager here you better check your cameras to see what's going on. I told myself I wouldn't come back to this location but I gave it another shot since my mom wanted Starbucks. This one really sucks and it is disappointing because I love Starbucks. read more

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michael a.

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This is a great starbucks with a very friendly staff nice clean bathrooms and most the time you can get seating. Its the main starbucks I go to all the time read more

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This is my Starbucks and I love it again. If you get the right crew it's amazing coffee. It can still be hit or miss but what Starbucks isn't? Never a place to sit for studying at certain times of the day, it can get really crowded. Grande caramel soy iced coffee for the win! read more

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I visited this location about 2 weeks ago. I was in a hurry and I am having an extremely tough time with morning sickness and with certain aromas/scents. I was in a huge rush and with my toddler. I was already feeling nauseous and did not want take my son out of the car seat to go inside so I decided to order at the drive-thru. It was busy and I was really excited about my hot cocoa. The lady that took my order was very pleasant and actually very talkative. When I got my order and placed it in my cup holder I knew something was wrong. But I was in a hurry and I drove off. The smell hit me hard!!! I started to feel really sick and when I tasted my "hot cocoa" it was pumpkin!!! It took a lot not to vomit everywhere. At this point I was feeling really sick!!! I couldn't handle the pumpkin smell! I was really late for my appointment but turned back because I was ANGRY that they gave me a drink that was incorrect and making me extremely sick! I went into the store with the drink and the girl knew exactly who I was. She was very cheery and laughing as she quickly said "oh, you were ordered the hot cocoa right?" To see her so cheery and unapologetic really sealed the deal for me. I wanted to talk to the manger but I was seriously late! She handed me the hot cocoa that was just sitting there and laughed it all off as she was telling her coworkers how she messed up my order. I didn't get a sorry, I didn't get a sincere "oh, we messed up let me make it to you" All I got was laughter. Well, that's the last $ you getting from me. Train your staff to take responsibility and fix their mistakes with professionalism instead of turning it into a HUGE joke! read more

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I live in town and this Starbucks has the most rude employees !!!! It never fails !! Every time I come here being alone or with my family we always get rude costumer service. I am writing this review as I pull out the drive thru! It is unbelievable how in countless times one after the other we get nothing but rude costumer service !!! read more

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Dina B.

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Worst chai latte I have had from Starbucks!!! Staff needs to be educated on making quality drinks.

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1400 Centennial Ave
Piscataway, NJ 08854
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Hours

What time does Starbucks open?

Starbucks opens at 5:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Starbucks close?

Starbucks closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Starbucks take credit cards?

Yes, Starbucks takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Starbucks have catering options?

No, Starbucks does not have catering options.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Starbucks have bike parking?

No, Starbucks does not have bike parking.

Does Starbucks have outdoor seating?

No, Starbucks does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Starbucks have parking?

Yes, Starbucks has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Starbucks have free WiFi?

Yes, Starbucks has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Coffee is at our heart. From your favorite daily cup to seasonal offerings, there is always something on the menu at Starbucks, ready to be crafted just for you. Starbucks has always been a special place to gather and connect. We're woven into the communities we serve. Our stores are gathering spaces for conversations, connection and joy, where our green apron baristas deliver expertly handcrafted beverages, make meaningful connections with their communities and deliver that much-needed pick-me-up to start your day, customized how you want. Our promise to our customers is to uplift the everyday, every time you visit us. So stay awhile and enjoy every sip.

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Chapter 2 Coffee Roasters

4.8(52 reviews)

1.5 mi

I LOVE THIS PLACE! Their coffees are perfect, they are the best! For real! Also the best place to…read moreshare with your family and do your homework.

Chapter 2 Coffee in Piscataway is a great little spot that gets the basics right. I ordered a latte…read moreand was seriously impressed--smooth, rich espresso with perfectly textured milk and a clean, balanced finish. You can tell there's real attention to detail here. The vibe is relaxed and welcoming, making it an easy place to stop in and unwind. Simple, well-executed coffee done right. Definitely worth checking out.

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Penstock Coffee Roasters

4.3(304 reviews)

3.7 mi

I keep coming back here for the great drinks and amazing service. This time around I got a hojicha…read morelatte with maple syrup and it was so good, it kind of reminded me of an horchata, so if you're into that this drink is a must try! They also have outdoor sitting up and running again perfect to welcome spring and those warmer days!

Once my boyfriend and I walked in, it was slightly busy, but we were greeted as soon as we walked…read morethrough the door. We couldn't decide between the socrates and hypatia drinks, so we got one of each and tried them both. We liked them both. Their croissants looked absolutely delicious! There was plenty of seating to do your work or enjoy your coffee and croissant.

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Cafe Zio

4.9(163 reviews)

3.1 mi

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I had saved this place a while ago and wanted to try it…read more There were many options their London fog cream looked great but it was out of stock. I tried their ube milk and it was delicious. Would love to try other drinks if I am traveling to that area. Service was quick. They even deliver to your car if you mention it while ordering the drink.

I am SO HAPPY!!! It's been years since I could enjoy a strawberry, green apple, peach black tea…read morebubble tea, a favorite of mine! Usually stores wont let you combine more than 2 flavors because they cant guarantee the flavor profile but I can vouch for this one!!! This place had awesome staff that was kind enough to take my order over the phone and make it specially! I cant believe this place also offers such affordable bbt! My mom's almond milk tea and my bbt came out to just $12 and in this economy??? That's just incredible

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Hidden Grounds Chai & Coffee House

4.3(226 reviews)

3.9 mi

Couldn't decide what to do for breakfast while I was in town, so I did what we all do opened Uber…read moreEats and hoped for the best. That's when I stumbled across Hidden Grounds Coffee House... and let's just say, this place is not so "hidden" once you find it. I ordered the smoked salmon and cream cheese toast, and every single component was fresh, high quality, and dialed in. I added avocado (highly recommend), and it just took everything to the next level. Simple, clean, and absolutely delicious. Then came the honeybee latte, hot and wow. Whatever they're doing behind the scenes with this coffee, it works. Perfectly balanced, smooth, and honestly one of those drinks you think about later in the day. This is a non-negotiable order. And because discipline is overrated on a work trip, I added an almond croissant. I should've gotten two. It's filled with something magical, I'm not even going to pretend I know what it is, but it's rich, flaky, and completely worth it. If you're anywhere near Hidden Grounds, do yourself a favor and check it out. This place knows exactly what it's doing.

During my time in New Brunswick, this was my favorite coffee shop to go to! Amazing space and…read moredrinks are meticulously and deliciously crafted. Highly recommend any of their cold brews, they are all fantastic and well balanced in flavors, not overly sugary. You can appreciate the additional flavors in each drink.

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4.6(116 reviews)

4.0 mi

We randomly decided to stop by to try some coffee and we were pleasantly pleased. The caramel latte…read morewas delicious. However, the tiramisu latte was definitely the big hit. The place is very cute inside with a lot of seating. The aesthetic is definitely one reason to stop by but the Coffee is probably the ultimate reason why you should stop by. Service was great.

The coffee was good but the service could improve. I found it slightly off putting having to wait…read morefor the two cashiers to finish taking multiple selfies until they found one they liked before I could place my order for coffee. I have no issue with them taking pictures but personally would have appreciated if I could get my order through first. I did like how spacious this place was making it easy to find a spot to work in without feeling crowded. While I didnt try the sandwiches, they looked really good and Id be interested in seeing if they taste as good as they look (hoping they do!)

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Khyber Coffee & Tea House

4.5(87 reviews)

3.9 mi

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Cute cafe with delicious coffee and attentive employees. I ordered the cortado and a cardamom bun…read more It was perfectly paired. The barista suggested hot chocolate for my daughter when we asked about a no caffeine option. I appreciate the suggestion because my daughter loves when she can feel grow up with her own drink. They're open early on Sundays and make beautiful designs with the froth if you choose to dine in. Such a lovely cafe!

We were on a little food hopping tour with the cousins down at Rutgers yesterday and stopped off at…read morethis coffee shop to end the night. A couple of people bought the Kashmiri chai while a couple of us bought the saffron herbal tea with honey. We hung out in the shop for a while and played a game. The service was great. The ambiance was chill. The place had a good amount of foot traffic around the time we were in there.

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Efes Cafe

4.4(28 reviews)

3.8 mi

This coffee was delicious. Omgosh. I watched the employee make my iced latte FRESH from the…read moreespresso machine. & what a sweet young lady she was too! She engaged in conversation with me, as I am not from Jersey and helped me with the menu clarity. There is no parking lot here, but alot of street parking. Inside is very clean with a gender neutral bathroom and some cute decor. The prices are decent. Dessert pieces are a little pricey, but very big. They do have soo many sweet treats. They also have specialty turkish sweets and others such as cheesecake, dubai chocolate, parfaits & other things that I do not even know the name of. I wish i could try them all without getting cavities haha. When I come back to Jersey I will definitely be coming back to this cafe as it is a hot commodity to me!

Best coffee I've had in NJ!!! It was my first time trying…read morethis place despite attending Rutgers a couple years back! I wish I had tried this muchhhh sooner-- 1st time; Tried the Iced Caramel Voltage. It was sooo good, perfectly sweet and the quality of the coffee was well roasted. 2nd time; Tried the Iced Crème Brûlée Latte. Also very delicious, they mix vanilla powder into the milk and it's so flavorful! My friend tried the hot Biscoff Latte and also absolutely loved it-- Sooo many options on the menu and sweet treats to choose from (it can get overwhelming!) My only note is that they only had one person running the shop both times I visited and there was quite some traffic for one person to handle. The other time visiting, they were mostly out of select coffees, decaf, etc by Noon and limited w milk stock.

Chocolate Croissant

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Hidden Grounds Chai & Coffee House

4.2(351 reviews)

3.8 mi

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My friends and I were in town for a wedding and had some free time to grab coffee and lunch. I…read morediscovered Hidden Grounds on Yelp and was excited to check it out. On our way to the café, we were pleasantly surprised by a tour of Rutgers. The staff at Hidden Grounds are incredibly friendly and welcoming. They're particularly known for their chai, so my friend ordered a Rose Chai over ice, while I opted for a Hot Dirty Chai. Another friend chose the Honey Bee Latte, also over ice. The chai is amazing--it's aromatic and captures the essence of a proper chai. The Rose Chai was very good too, perfectly balanced! Overall, it's a great coffee shop with a lovely space for everyone to sit and enjoy their drinks.

This place is a hidden gem. The Bombay bagel is one of the tastiest things I've ever eaten…read more Definitely get the coffee or chai either is delicious. The cafe has a nice vibe with window seats perfect for people watching as you enjoy your brekkie. The servers are pleasant, knowledgeable and efficient.

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Masala Chai

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Straining the Masala Chai into the cup

Paris Baguette

I don't know if you can imagine my joy when I saw the Paris Baguette sign off the main road while…read moreheading to the resort. As a Bay Area foodie, that sight instantly made my day. If you know, you know. The pastries here are absolutely worth the detour--and honestly, wherever I see a Paris Baguette, I do pull over. That includes locations I've visited in Northern California, North Brunswick, New Jersey, Atlanta, Georgia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and even the one here in Charlotte down in Pineville. It's a bit of a drive for me, but when I'm in that area, I always make a point to stop in and pick up a couple of their delicious croissant-donut pastries and marzipan or almond croissants. That's the beauty of this bakery--it's a chain, yes, but the consistency is what keeps me coming back. I have yet to be disappointed. Of course, I had to stop at this Hilton Head location--and I didn't come empty-handed. Food connects people, and bringing pastries to your host is always a winning move. I picked up three different varieties of their famous croissant-donut style pastries (similar to the well-known cronut): * Chocolate * Tiramisu * Mango And I added two large almond croissants that were beautifully filled, flaky, and indulgent. Everything looked fresh, full, and irresistible. The setup inside is easy and efficient. It's self-serve: you grab a tray, line it with parchment, use the tongs, and select whatever catches your eye--from baguettes to cakes to coffee drinks. Checkout was quick, Apple Pay was accepted, and the whole experience felt smooth and well organized. The space was clean, friendly, and inviting, with plenty of outdoor seating. Bottom line: Whenever you see a Paris Baguette on your radar, pull over. It's dependable, delicious, and perfect for picking up pastries to share--or to treat yourself. For me, it's one of those rare places that delivers the same quality every single time, no matter the city--and that kind of consistency is something I truly appreciate as a traveler and lifelong foodie.

I've been a long time customer at Paris Baguette and this is my first time writing a review. Over…read morethe glass decade, I've tried many of their cakes and pastries, all of which are always fresh and delicious. This time around, I tried their ice cream cake which was made up of 3 layers - vanilla ice cream, strawberry ice cream, and vanilla cake. The cake wasn't as heavy or sweet as a traditional ice cream cake which was a big plus for me and my family. I love coming here because food and cakes are always fresh and there's plenty of clean. seating. Over the years, I have noticed a drop in customer service, staff doesn't seem to be as nice as they used to be, something management should focus on going forward. Also, they have really good coffee drinks.

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Sunmerry Bakery

4.4(278 reviews)

3.7 mi

In the world of renowned Goliaths like Paris Baguettes, this one will be a David…read more We randomly stopped by this place as our son wanted to have a cake. The place wasn't buzzing with crowd or have too many pastries and bakery items on display filling every isle but this place stood out for a a very naturally tasting cupcake which our kid absolutely loved. The staff was kind and I'll look forward to coming back here to taste some of the other cake options they offer. The parking is plenty as it's attached to a mall.

Our first time at an Asian bakery since moving to Jersey! I funny enough heard about this in…read morepassing and not long after, spotted this place in the same shopping center as the 99 Ranch in Edison and I made a pit stop there (hence no drinks) before going on a grocery run. It was at night on a Saturday so many of the shelves were empty but they still had a few things left. Sunmerry appears to be a chain but one that I have never visited before until now so I can't really comment on what they have, but I did manage to grab: MATCHA CLOUD DONUT - This reminded me vaguely of the im donut donuts I tried in NYC. Very soft and pillowy and filled to the brim with a lightly sweet, matcha filling. I honestly don't have anything negative to say about this. RED BEAN MATCHA BAGEL - it's a matcha dough with red bean filling BUT the filling doesn't go all the way around. It goes maybe 65% so if you're splitting this with someone like I did, fingers crossed you both get a decent amount. The bagel was soft and in a bagel shape but it lacked the chew of a bagel. The filling was nice and different but the matcha taste was subtle - if that. Overall, liked the idea, but I wanted more of a bagel chew than what I got and to taste the matcha better. Maybe even have a more even share of the red bean. COFFEE BRIOCHE LOAF - my husband liked this one! Which is good because I got it for him. This is quite good. Soft, lightly sweet with a coffee top. We ate this maybe 12 hours after and much of the top layer had "melted" and gotten on the cellophane but it was still delicious. Perfection. I definitely scraped off the coffee bits from the cellophane so it didn't go to waste. PINEAPPLE BUN W/ MILK - I grabbed this one thinking there was a filling inside and there wasn't. I don't know if the bun was placed in the wrong location or the name is telling me the bun isn't vegan but it's a good pineapple bun but without anything inside, it was a tad dry. Maybe it needs a pat of butter like they do in HK. MELON PAN - I haven't had this in a good long while so I got it for fun. It's smaller than the pineapple bun and the topping is a little sweeter - I remember crunching on sugar crystals. It's not bad but also not filled so it's a tiny bit on the dry side. The place has tables to the side where you can enjoy your goodies. I didn't stay too long but they definitely serve drinks and delicious cakes as well. The staff were nice and the place seemed on the dim side. Fingers crossed I can go back during the day to get a better idea of what they have! In the meantime, this is a good place for an Asian bakery fix. They do list out ingredients under the names of their baked goods so that's awesome! From what I could see, their baked goodies are likely not vegan or gluten-free friendly, though...