Now that I have tried other sandos, we are changing it from a 5 to a 4 star restaurant. The ube…read morelatte and the katsu sando are still solid selections. The katsu seems like it's made as you order so the crunch is fresh and real and full of flavor with each bite. The ube latter is still one of my faves. The other sandos were just okay. Something felt missing from them - maybe a little toast of the bread like with the katsu sando. But they weren't as memorable as the katsu. In summary, Onto is still a cute coffee shop. You are more likely to get a seat if you come earlier in the day before anyone wakes up. And the best sando to choose is the katsu one. Drinks are honestly up to you. I can't drink coffee so the tune latte is my choice of a drink.

Well, I've now been to Onto four times since they opened in Belmar. They're close to my house and…read morehave unique offerings so I've been hopeful I'd love it. Unfortunately, one thing has been consistent all four times I've visited: the baristas are really not friendly. Every time I've gone, it feels like I'm a bother as a customer. Like, I've been excited when they get new menu items and when I ask questions, they seem like it's a huge inconvenience to answer. They don't make any conversation and legitimately, everyone I say thank you to (after placing my order, when grabbing my matcha today), they don't say "You're welcome" or engage with me any further. Today when I went to take my matcha to go, I said "Thank you!" super cheerfully, and the barista just walked away without saying anything. It's really a bummer to feel like my mere existence bothers them when I'm paying $10 (inducing tip) for a matcha. Speaking of cost. I do not have any problem spending $10 on a delicious specialty drink. I have my favorite matcha spots around town and GLADLY pay $10 for a well-crafted drink, even when my friends or coworkers give me a hard time about spending that much. Here at Onto, the drinks are good. But I do think they're a bit overpriced. For example, two of my favorite drink spots that I regularly go to make their drinks with fresh, house made purées. You can really taste the difference. At Onto, many of the flavored drinks I've gotten, I watch them make it and they are just made with Monin syrups. To me, I'd rather pay $10 for a drink that has fresh puree versus one I can get the flavoring at any big box store. Food: The first time I visited with my husband, we were really excited about the sandos. He ordered the chicken katsu and I ordered the eggs salad. My egg salad was shockingly bland, but nothing was really wrong with it. Fine to eat, would just prefer more seasoning. But my husband's sandwich was just all tendon. To the point where you couldn't finish the sandwich because it was just chewy tendon throughout. That was the only time we've ordered food, so I can't speak to other items. But I likely won't be getting a sando again. All in all, Onto has a great menu with lots of variety and fun flavors. I've enjoyed their hojicha and their black sesame matcha. Unfortunately, it's just not going to be my go-to due to me feeling like I'm bothering them every time I go. But if you're looking for a good drink and don't give much weight to customer service, Onto is certainly worth a try.

What an interesting store and service is super friendly. I grabbed a latte and just took my time…read morelooking at the merch. They also have an extensive tea and spice selection. To cap it all off they bake all their own pastries except the gluten free selection. Prices are super reasonable too. Please come and create your own adventure.

This is a FANTASTIC Café: Found its genesis in 1979 & still very stylish! with updated changes as…read moreexpansion; YET the perpetual steady Fantastic Service, Awesome products and Amazing selections are at hand all day long, 7 (seven) days weekly. This is a roomy Café with plenty of outside seating for chatting, singular people on their computers, munching on delightful food! And time with you pups or people sharing. People who come are pleasant and rather enjoying their life experiences; if you might not be having a great day, you will be happier when leaving; an Awesome Café, the kind we need for any degree of eating, drinking, purchasing from over 21 varieties of Coffees, a huge selection of teas from different areas and countries; PLUS!! a major wall of spices!! Roasters Café have all kinds the goodies to purchase for friends or an extra treats for yourself; the doggy treats/cookies at the entrance; Service Dogs allowed inside, doggy dogs outside on the delightful wrap around patios, WITH PLENTY OF PARKING. And remember: Doggy joys in a PUP CUP!! Roastery Café offers personal customer service, the OLD YOUR THE CUSTOMER KIND with a smile, making sure you are COMPLETELY TAKEN CARE OF AND HAPPY, no stress!! BREATHE ~ RELAX ~ ENJOY YOUR TIME, KIND! As I read other reviews & comments, well do come back in the future, things change, food changes, environment is always welcoming. Possibly looking into some French stylish foods, check it out, you might be pleasantly surprised. People, share with friends or make new friends; sit alone working on computers; enjoy the delights, possibly only one cup of delicious coffee/tea or a chilled smoothy type. I truly believe this is a life moment to enjoy SOME SANITY place!! You may roam all the gifts, products, including cards, cups, chocolates, cold drinks ~ hot drinks, thermoses, bagged coffees ready to go or create your own blend (Roasted at the Café & Freshly grounded). Then the tea makers and coffee makers of all kinds; T-Shirts, gift bags and all too many items to lists. PLUS the the food!!! OH YUMMY fit for all diets and tastes; this area might be increasing in varying items. This Cafe is pack with smiling happy people, chatting or alone, plenty of servers ready with a smile to help serve you lots of Pleasures. This review could go on, for all that is presented for all tastes in one small Cafe is a phenomenon!! HAPPINESS IN ALL DEGREES!

First time trying this place out. Walked into the restaurant side and sat at an open high top…read more The place was packed (at 2:15 on a Wednesday!) Very loud - however, once the loud table next to me left, it was much better. Ordered a mimosa with coconut/lime. Way too tart (my bad). Ordered the lamb schawarma. I've never had schawarma. I'm a fan! It was absolutely amazing (I thought I would take half home, but finished all of it). Couldn't finish the mimosa. The shawarma came with a little side of roasted chickpeas that were also really good. You seat yourself and no one saw me, so I went to the bar and ordered. Once they knew I was there, service was amazing. After finishing, I sat at the bar and had an espresso martini (made perfectly) and enjoyed my chickpeas. I'm so happy I discovered this place!

Friendly service, lovely patio space and excellent coffee! The breve latte and iced pistachio…read morelattes were both a hit! Lots of seating! We also tried the tiramisu croissant knot! It was AMAZING! Wish I had Blue Nest in our hometown! Will come back when in the area!

The drinks here are always delicious, and staff is super friendly. Today I accidentally spilled my…read moredrink after taking two sips. They helped clean it up and was kind about the fact that I spilled it, and made me another drink. They also have books and games and nice music playing. Indoor and outdoor seating is also nice to have a place to hang out. Definitely recommend this place. I ordered a warm Tumeric Latte (house blend) with oat milk and a gluten free pumpkin bread. Yum!

One of my favorite haunts for helpful fuel! Bardo's flavored coffee is unreal in its richness and…read moresweet enough to hit all the right notes, for even the snootiest palate. Their drip coffee is next level divine, while the servers are perpetually smiley and welcoming. I appreciate the fact that they leave half and half, along with other milk varieties, well within reach for the paying customer throughout their visit. Books in every shade, stacked on shelves that stretch to the ceiling, watch humans hunched over laptops and riveting reads of their own. A copier machine sits quietly along one wall, for those who might have need it for work purposes, while an outdoor fire pit surrounded by sturdy Adirondack chairs beckons patrons to sip outside. This tucked away cafe is a treasure. I cannot recommend this place highly enough.

Just a heads up this is inside a shooting range. Did not expect that, just thought it was a chill…read morelocal coffee shop

We were a little put off that the coffee shop was in a shooting range, but otherwise, we had a…read morereally great time here. Our Americanos were excellent and they even had gluten free bakery items! The barista was lovely, very friendly and helpful. We'll definitely go back again!

Wow! You'd never expect to see this place packed to the brim on a Monday morning, but it seemed…read morelike the most popular place in town! The place was buzzing with people working, chatting, and even kids. We got a couple of iced coffees, and shared a breakfast burrito. It has great ratings for a reason, and is operated by kind staff. Good food and drinks, if I'm ever in the area again, I'd make sure to stop by!

Cafe ole is a legitimate neighborhood coffee shop.. They have a variety of great coffee drinks (my…read morefaves are horchata and dulce de leche), delicious foods (including empanadas and burritos), and a welcoming atmosphere.... There is indoor and outdoor seating for 1-6 people together, and the wifi is reliable. Servers are friendly and they host a plethora of events and groups. Service won't be fast like Starbucks, but it's a sit and sip kinda place-- enjoy the vibes!

This spot is the best kept secret in Lakewood! They have great breakfast baked goods, including…read moresticky buns. Lots of coffee options plus a bar for occasional adult beverages. Really nice staff. Totally recommend this spot.

This place sucks. So much for good reviews. Don't waste your time. The cashier talks like he…read moredoesn't want to be there and describes the items horribly. This place should hire better. For the price it's okay and nothing really special about this place.

Not only good coffee and pleasant indoor and outdoor seating, but the staff, the baristas are all…read moreso friendly and accommodating. There are plenty of smiles and laughter at this place, as well as illuminating conversation. Great place to just chat or to study or read or write.

Oh my gosh, this is in a church! And surprise surprise it works really well. They have a very…read morelimited amount of pastries that are very tasty and all of the coffee drinks. There's plenty of seating indoors and out and there's an art exhibit inside we can actually buy the art and you can tell that this is a church that really treasures community and that the community is showing up I mean you would just see every single walk of life coming in to this space for their coffee on a really random Thursday morning in the summer while like the church guy is mowing the entire lawn with his rechargeable lawnmower. It had a vibe that I really actually enjoyed even though I haven't set foot in a church since I was over church in the 70s, but luckily I did not burn down or turned into a crisp from entering the coffee shop so I will be back actually very nice patio and we spent a full hour and a half there until the uncomfortable chairs made us get up and leave.