I visited the shop twice, just to give them another chance & It's unfortunate to write this review, but after all the hype and 4-5 stars it has..it wasn't worth it. The location itself, is in a corner and the interior decor, is modern. Shop is SUPER clean! They also have some tables just in case you want to eat outside. It's definitely pricey, so it's not your typical coffee shop. Some of the menu items doesn't have the price referenced either which is bothersome. Service- horrible, it took 27 mins to get my food and 15 mins to get my coffee. They had enough staff but it seems like they don't know what they're doing in the kitchen. A group of 6 people came in after me and got served first, not sure why but they did. Then i asked the cashier when I would be getting my coffee and she said she was working on it now. I told her I was going to sit outside, and just gave a scared look. I asked her what would make her life easier, should I stay? Or should I sit down and have her run the food when it's done. She said if I could wait in the restaurant it would be best. I told her no problem. So I waited. The entire staff looked miserable and overwhelmed, granted it was at 10am so maybe it's their peak time. The second time I went, which was today, an elderly man arrived shortly after and asked for a coffee.. and literally what seemed to be 30mins in passing the older gentleman was still not served. He then approached one of the servers following up on his coffee. We got our lattes pretty quickly after ordering. But I was extremely concerned when the server went over my infant baby with hot coffee.... I used to serve for 10years and etiquete teaches you to go around the person and deliver the food/drink. You should NEVER go over/on top of a customer. What would've happened if she mistakenly tripped & spilled the hot coffee over my baby? There was also another man who placed an order and 24 mins passed and the didn't have his coffee nor food yet. The gentleman got up and said something after some wait time. He seemed pretty calm about it. One of girls came out from the kitchen and said we're so sorry it looks like your order was cleared and never prepared, we're going to refund you. Then the same server comes to me and says we're sorry we forgot about your order, it's coming now. Like seriously? Like okay maybe if it happens once a day it's normal.. but three times within the hour? Somethings wrong. Coffee- excellent, both times I visited it wasn't burnt and it wasn't left over coffee in a heated pot. It was FRESH. Food- disappointing... the ham, egg and cheese was made in a microwave(I physically saw them do it)...... the croissant was tiny, wasn't worth the $$$ I paid for it. If you're going to have expensive food, I would except to at least have the food made on counter top oven ... not microwaved to melt the cheese. The turkey panini was good, it was the sourdough bread what made it taste best. I believe the servers and kitchen staff should be re-trained and practice to smile more and be more welcoming. There's a blind spot in the corner so I'm not sure if they have an oven there.. but if not maybe it would be a good idea to get a small conventional oven.. this way they don't have to microwave food when preparing it for customers. Before I close this out, I must say there was a gentleman, who seemed to be from Asian decent who was ..omg the most pleasant and welcoming soul I have ever encountered ! read more

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Hipster meets farmhouse at The Coffeebox in Rahway! The setup of the place is nice. There are a variety of snacks and food to choose from. They cover the main beverage options found at a coffeehouse such as drip, latte, tea, matcha, pour over, etc. However, they do not offer any add in flavors, which was a big deal breaker for me. I enjoy a strong coffee with subtle flavor/sweetness by adding some vanilla or caramel. The staff was not super friendly and looked at me sideways when I asked if adding flavor was an option. I appreciated the nice cucumber water dispenser and the large window view! read more

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The place was really quaint. The Carmel oat milk iced coffee was great and cinnamon bread. read more

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My sister just moved to Rahway and we had the pleasure of having breakfast at this establishment a few times. Service and food were great. I totally look forward to having more breakfasts here in the future. read more

Came here as a surprise for my friend's birthday, and the staff was very perceptive and they noticed the flowers and presents when we entered and immediately started playing and singing happy birthday while we were waiting in line, I've never seen somewhere do that spontaneously and it was an amazing way to start off our experience. I ordered a pour over coffee and one of their paninis, and was pleasantly surprised by both the size and quality of the sandwich as well as the salad that it came with. We got it to-go and sat outside, where there's a lovely communal tent with tables (all decorated to celebrate pride at the time). Definitely was a nice place to go for coffee and a bite, but the staff seem to be working 110% and were having a hard time matching orders to customers as several people chose to wait for their orders outside or just did not respond when they heard their order being announced. As a result, the ambient sound in the restaurant was quite loud and it felt a little too chaotic to sit down and have a casual café experience in, although I'm sure that our group of 10 people only made the issue worse. read more

This place does not allow licensed service dogs, and has limited parking. Avoid it, no service dog is illegal when papers are shown. My dog is a service dog for seizures and the man said no. read more

Such a cool coffee . As I walked in the place was very bright an clean and the lady at the front desk greeted us instantly ! We ordered a cafe an a chai latte and we got our order . They also have options for almond oat or soy milk if u prefer that also and they have cinnamon & nutmeg on the side to add to ur drinks if u like which I was in love with ! Also stickers with their logo to put on top of ur cafe so I doesn't spill while u walk .. awesome I tell ya ! I took a peek at their menus an they have a wide selection of food but haven't tried that yet but I will be back to try cause their drinks an service was great so how can I not come back ! 5 stars for me read more

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So happy we stumbled upon this cute coffee shop! Very chill atmosphere & we had such a good time at brunch. The salmon toast was perfect & my mocha was on point. My daughter had a chai & avocado toast ' didn't have any complaints. If we'd lived out here we'd definitely be back...unfortunately we were just passing though. The staff was amazing! Great customer service. read more

What a cute coffee shop! Located perfectly in downtown Rahway. We got a regular coffee and a cappuccino. Both were great. We also grabbed there vegan strawberry mini cheesecakes. They were similar to mini clouds of happiness and the crust was superb! They also have full meals for the hungry types. This coffee shop offers many different options for many different lifestyles. Vegan, gluten free, kosher, etc. The staff is super friendly and accommodating, they answer every question with care and a giant smile. I reccomend coming here on a coffee run, a little date and if you just need a space to chill with good drinks and an even better environment. read more

The Coffee Box - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

My family and I loved our food and coffee at the Coffee Box. Our egg croissants were so fresh and tasty. The coffee was bold but not bitter. We sat outside which was so nice. read more

Came to Rahway for work meetings and ran across this coffee shop on Yelp. The waffles looked amazing on the website so decided to go there for breakfast. Ordered the waffles which came out quickly. They were soggy and half cooked. I rarely send food back but this was inedible. The counter person was nice enough to say they'd redo the food which came out a little longer than the first order. I was hoping the longer wait time was because they were making the waffles extra crispy. Unfortunately, you can see by the pictures, it was the same soggy half cooked mess. Admittedly, I'm writing this while I'm still hangry and a little to work now. Pros of the cafe, great cafe latte with nice service. Take home is DO NOT order the waffles. Paid $20 with a $3 tip. Lesson learned, never tip until the food is actually served. Terrible experience. Hungry and late for work. Ugh! read more

This place schlaps! Great tasting coffee and entertainment on Saturday mornings. Highly recommend . Its probably a tad pricier than it should be but not at all an egregious price considering their service read more

Good Vibes, Good Coffee, Good Music, Good Times! Check this place out and do a little bit of work while munching on something delicious. read more

I loved this cafe. The surroundings was comfortable, the food was good and the server was friendly. read more

The Coffee Box - Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

I enjoyed the simplicity of the space. Great breakfast food and coffee options. The staff was Friendly and accommodating. Thank you. I will definitely be a regular. read more

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Can't explain how good this place was! The sandwiches are delicious and they have their own organic matcha . Super friendly staff, very cute and quiet atmosphere read more

The Coffee Box - Organic matcha iced latte ; Avocado, Arugula and Tomato Croissant with turkey slices. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

stopped by again almost a year later to grab some food for our little picnic, still a very pleasant experience with the staff and yummy food read more

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Very friendly staff an atmosphere, walked in and was treated and served very fast loved the panini melt!!! read more

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Great coffee and great vibe. Coffee Box has become the center of Rahway and the official meeting place. Jeff, the owner, has created a welcoming space to grab a coffee, sit and work, or catch some local music acts. read more

Every item we ordered was amazing. They had live music. The staff is very patient and helpful. Our new go-to place. read more

The Coffee Box - Matcha latte and iced latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

Stopped here last Saturday afternoon. This shop is conveniently located right across the street from the Rahway train station. I occasionally patronize the original Plainfield location, which is closer to me. This one is more cramped inside, with limited seating, but there's several tables outside on the sidewalk. I had a plain, black iced coffee that was excellent. One of my friends had a hot cappuccino which looked beautiful. We didn't try any of the food, but they get a thumbs-up for the coffee. Unfortunately, I have to temper my rating for the ambiance, because on this day they had live music which drove us outside within seconds--two young guys, one on keyboard and another on electric guitar. They were awful. Loud, live electric music in a tiny space like this is inappropriate anyway, and these two should not be performing in public. read more

The food, service and ambiance are great. A bit pricey for waffles and coffee only but service is good.

I am in Rahway once a year for an event, and this year the CB was the best part of my trip!(well, tied with Katz Deli!)... The coffee/espresso is sooooo good. I usually had 2 drinks in the morning, and then counted the minutes to get back mid day for another. No joke, they knew me by then( drip/add decaf espresso/heavy cream ). the owners were nice. the crew was so nice. the shop is comfortable. cannot wait til next year! to get more coffee. Great place. See you next Oct! read more

I had an iced mocha here a couple of months ago and honestly was not that impressed but it definitely wasn't bad. I always said I'd come back and try their sandwiches or pastries and I did. I had a tuna cheddar panini on multigrain bread. This came with a side salad, I liked my sandwich meal a lot. My friend had their apple cinnamon maple scone?? Or something like that. We both really enjoyed our food. Two coffees, a panini, and scone came out to a total of about $24.. it is on the pricier side but they make their sandwiches fresh and pastries are baked in house they said. The space is nice, room for sitting, and a bathroom. Not bad at all, if I need to stop by for a quick eat in the area I'd definitely come back here. I've had better coffee but theirs isn't bad at all, definitely a good option in an area that seems to be lacking. read more

The Coffee Box - Tuna cheddar panini with side salad - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

Delicious but the shop is SMOKY AS HELL! We live in Rahway and were excited to have another cozy coffee shop in the neighborhood. Unfortunately I couldn't go more than 3 times. The first time was the day after opening, and then a few months after that. I was here last week and I was disappointed to see there is still no VENT to suck out the smell of the food and smoke. Every time I come here I have to wash my entire body and my coat. I brought a guest last weekend and it was embarrassing because our eyes were burning from all the food being cooked. If you come here make sure you're not going anywhere after because you will smell like fried food / smoke. I hope you can add a vent so I can come back and enjoy your nice shop. read more

Cute space, great seating, amazing good, good prices. Still thinking about the amazing avocado toast and coffee. read more

The Coffee Box - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

Everyone was super pleasant, knowledgeable, and friendly. The latte art was on point and I love that they have Oatly oat milk. My tuna sandwich also had the perfect ratio of bread to tuna, with just the right crunch. I am moving to the area soon and can't wait to go there more often. read more

The Coffee Box - Oatmilk Mocha with Tuna Melt - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

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Food is garbage. Avoid if possible. Ordered a bacon egg and cheese on croissant...eggs were fake and pre heated, bacon was uncooked and tasted like rubber. read more

I've been coming to this coffee shop since I moved to Rahway and I can say with confidence that it is the best coffee shop in the area. The staff is extremely friendly and always welcoming. The baker arrives at 4:30am to bake fresh muffins, scones etc. for the day and the coffee is top of the line. Regardless of if you're coming to get a quick shot of espresso on your way to the train, or want to enjoy a cappuccino and finish some school work. The Coffee Box is a quiet and convenient location and truly one of Rahway's premier places to stop down town. read more

Very delicious baked goods! Delicious vegan options! Nice ambiance! Owner is very personable and passionate about his business.

Love the coffee box! They have such a great menu for whatever you're in the mood for. Their avo toast is the best!! Hands down. The only place I'll go for it. Super cute atmosphere. Very friendly staff. Affordable prices. Extremely clean. I also frequent their Plainfield location which is equally amazing. Definitely try it out if you're in the area! read more

Overpriced food and subpar coffee. I've been coming here for a bunch of months, and while nothing here is necessarily offensive, what pushed me was the fact that my recent coffee purchase nearly spilled all over because the server failed to the proper lid on a steaming hot drink order. Yes it's in a good location, but you'll have better luck going a little more out of your way for memorable coffee and service that's actually attentive. read more

This place is by far one of the best cafes I have ever stepped foot in. The owner Jeff is a true definition of a business owner. His well care for his customers and making them feel warm and welcome was by far outstanding. The atmosphere feels like a true comfy coffee shop. I ordered a latte from this place and it was one of the best lattes I have every had. The flavor was so rich and so smooth. Very friendly environment and I will always make a stop here when I get the chance! read more

The Coffee Box - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

I love this place. I've been twice and had the salmon paying. I'm drooling thinking about it! Not to mention the staff and owner are soo nice!! Can't wait to be back ! read more

I live in Atlanta I visit my daughter every year. I love this place , the owners are wonderful so friendly, and the staff is also the same way. This coffee box has such a friendly comfy feeling. The food and drinks are also great. I tell my family about the coffee box when I go home. You can sit as long as you want and don't get no dirty looks they welcome you to stay as long as you like. If you want that homey feeling, that feel good feeling to have your first cup of coffee this is the place to come. So if you ever visit Rahway make this your first stop. It's the first place I come when I'm in town. They make you feel like family read more

The Coffee Box - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

Super cute and welcoming atmosphere. Had a quick, delicious breakfast which is just what we needed on the go with our toddler read more

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The coffee was nothing out of the ordinary, seemed their roast for lattes are lighter than usual. The baristas are very kind. Unfortunately, they charge far too much for their drinks, especially the matcha at $7. They do have a great selection of baked goods, I say you try the peanut butter vegan cookie! read more

I had the most amazing iced lavender latte here! I was taken aback by the price of $6.50 for the lavender latte, but this beverage was worth every single penny! The drink wasn't too sweet and I was still able to taste the espresso. The staff were very friendly and this coffee shop provides loads of options for people who are vegan and vegetarian including milk options and vegan desserts! Definitely would come back again! read more

Rahway now has a proper coffee shop - and it couldn't get any better than The Coffee Box. Located directly off the NJ Transit stop, it's insanely convenient, delicious and filled to the brim with charm. The interior is beautiful, sporting rustic meets industrial decor. The staff is everything you'd want in a neighborhood barista team, and the coffee is delicious. (Extra points for serving this southern born, coffee lover's iced latte in a mason jar.) Thrilled they are here. Kudos! read more

The Coffee Box - Iced Almond Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

Found this spot after going to the DMV (so as you can probably assume I was cranky!) and I am so happy I did. Delicious iced coffee, deeeelicious bacon egg and cheese on a croissant (fluffy eggs, flaky croissant, perfectly cooked bacon) and very nice staff. Oh! And they have little rainbow flags around so that is a total bonus in my book! Thanks for bringing some sunshine to my morning! Will definitely be back if I ever find myself in the area again. read more

The Coffee Box - Bacon egg and cheese on a croissant and an iced coffee. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey