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    The Buoy Coffee Shop

    4.7 (32 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    Allison Z.

    Overall, best coffee in cape may. Hands down!! Stayed 4 days and stopped everyday, even stopped here twice in one day. If that doesn't tell you how good we thought it was! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Delicious coffee, best atmosphere and with being right on the beach it's the best coffee shop you'd want while traveling to the East Coast.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Highly recommend trying out this place.

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    Liz G.

    Incredible coffee spot right on the beach! I went back three times during my vacation! I loved my iced vanilla latte with oat milk. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's cute inside and they have a few seats, some retail, and they have some pastries for sale.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have a sister location across the street with more food options too.

    Aly W.

    One of my fave tea and coffee shops on the beach side for certain! Forget that big chain coffee shop's refreshers, there are better without all the weird chunk fruit! I love fruit, just not soggy at the bottom of my drink. We stopped in here after a pretty full morning. Well, actually we stopped in twice but what I wanted was something warm that morning so we wait until the afternoon to stop in for something colder after the sun was out. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The art on the walls is beautiful![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was great, not much of it in Cape May isn't.

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    Nicole F.

    Great spot tucked off the side of the boardwalk next to the convention center. Very cute spot, matcha late with almond milk comes unsweetened and was very refreshing to have after morning yoga. Arnold Palmer was also very good and not too sweet. Super cute spot!

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    I had the best maple latte here! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute little place and great location![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not a lot of seats but great vibes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

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    Stephanie L.

    Newer addition to cape May, kinda hidden so make sure you look for the signs! Located in a beautiful walkway leading right to the beach! Small selection of baked goods, bagels, and breakfast items. They also have a cook to order menu. I tried the latte and quite enjoyed it. It only comes in one size unfortunately.

    Minaz M.

    Enjoyed the ice cold latte with a pump of caramel on a nice hot summer day at the beach!

    Basic black coffee and a iced vanilla  latte
    Heather J.

    Great little coffee shoppe. Hidden on the side of the convention center. The coffee was very good and the service was ok. Not the friendliest but proficient at their jobs. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Establishment was clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]After you get your coffee go sit in the rocking chairs in front of convention center and enjoy the view![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    anna c.

    Love love love this coffee shop! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's so nice that it's right on the beach and easy to walk up too from the water.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's such a cute logo with good coffee and the people were really nice! Can't wait to go back every time I go to cape may!

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    Christina S.

    What a little gem! It is literally steps from the beach and the lady working their was so knowledgeable and friendly. She made me an iced caramel latte and it was delicious! We also tried the turmeric ginger tea over ice. Also refreshing! We then took our coffee to walk in the beach!

    Narisa B.

    good coffee to grab while on the pier. i tried the lavender latte, it was good ! i wish i asked for little extra lavender. it was also cute inside with pretty wall art.

    Parfait and Java boost smoothie

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    My daughter and I visited The Buoy during our vacation and it was great! Service was wonderful and drinks were tasty.

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    Top 3 coffee places ever and I drink coffee everywhere. Outstanding cortado and service.

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    Thanks for stopping in! We love the coffee ice cubes!!

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    Excellent and Yummy coffee! Really great service. Very dependable service and taste.

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    Thanks! Hope to see you again soon!

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    3 years ago

    Best iced vanilla chai I've had in a long time! Super cute place and friendly service. Can't wait til my next visit to cape may to get one!

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    3 years ago

    Super friendly owner. Open early and great cup of coffee to start your day! Will definitely be back!!

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