Ordered: Iced Pistachio Rose Latte w Cold Foam (~$7)…read more Aya's take: Unfortunately this was not a good latte. I got the Iced Pistachio Rose Latte but it wasn't balanced whatsoever. It was too sweet due to the pistachio and I'm certain there was no rose whatsoever. I frequently have rose syrup in my lattes but I could not taste it at all. I even asked the worker who made it and she confirmed there was. It just tasted overly chemically for my taste. Their cold foam came out of a can (which is fine) but it was loose and airy as opposed to thick and creamy. All in all, it was too sweet, the espresso was not strong, and it was more watery than milky.

What a pleasant experience here…read more I was staying with a cousin and she told me to stop by to support small businesses, and I'm glad we did. We just wanted to sit and people watch for a few mins, order a hot latte and yap. Very cute cafe! The owner was very welcoming and kind. He wanted to make sure we were satisfied. I wish him nothing but the best! :)

Ordered: Iced Latte with Lavender (~$6)…read more Aya's take: If you're looking for a proper coffee in the area, Modcup is a solid choice with a few locations around Jersey City & Hoboken. My Iced Latte with Lavender was well-made. It was a good mix of creamy, sweet, and floral along with the caffeine kick I needed to start my day. The barista was super friendly and knew what he was doing. However, the person who took our orders was a bit unfriendly/cold which didn't help considering it was our first time there and we had questions. There isn't any seating at this location but there is a park across the street to enjoy your coffee while taking a stroll!

I stopped by to order an iced coffee and I decided to order a bakery item. They have a very small…read morebakery area but I noticed it while scanning the business. There were clients right in front of me and the guy at the register was friendly to them. I ordered an almond croissant and I took it to go. The barista asked me if I wanted the almond croissant warmed up and I said yes. When I arrived home the almond croissant was still warm. The almond croissant was huge and tasted so good! I enjoyed every bite of my breakfast almond croissant. Their iced coffee is so delicious! I usually take long to drink my 16 ounce cup of iced coffee but Modcup coffee's iced coffee I drank it so fast because of how good it was. Great little coffee shop conveniently located in front of a park. 10/10 coffee shop recommendation.

This place has gone through a few iterations over the two years I lived next to it. My Italian…read morecontractor used to rave about their espresso. However, in past versions, it felt like an insulated group of regulars, and I was hesitant to go in. However, with this latest re-branding, they are a warm and inviting place (I'm sure they were before too, I just didn't know!). The espresso is still great, and the pastries are wonderful. In particular, their empanadas are the absolute best in the Heights, and they experiment a little with them. This morning I had my usual Bacon & Egg, and also tried their new Prosciutto and Mozzarella, both were fantastic. Also a fan of their Beef & Sweet Plantain one. Grabbing quick breakfast now on my way to work has become part of my daily routine here and I can't believe I lived next to this place for so long and missed out! A great locally owned business that everyone should support!

Best empanadas in the Heights. Great prices and friendly staff. Indoor decor has changed from what…read moreis posted here

Dulce de Leche is one of the most popular businesses in the heights. They are always busy no matter…read morewhen you come. They have a full lineup of pastries, custom cakes, birthday cakes, sandwiches, including hot sandwiches with French fries. There's a refrigerated area with fluffy white bread ham and cheese sandwiches sliced in perfect triangles... these are one of the most popular menu items in the bakery. I always see everyone buying them! I finally tried, and they're as good as they look. They also have a full lineup of coffee and fresh squeezed juice to order. We're lucky to have Dulce de Leche in the neighborhood!

The cake here is very good! Super moist, and the frosting is light and fluffy when ordered fresh…read more Unfortunately the 2 cupcakes I got, both alfajores and the chocolate covered one too were stale, like super hard and dry. So get anything fresh, like made to order cakes or things you see come out right when you're there. Otherwise you run the risk of getting old stuff, which sucks that they don't manage that at all. On a Sunday afternoon lines moved quickly and we were able to find seats. This is a cute cafe that offers plenty of savory items and lunches, plus drinks like matcha, cakes, pastries and cookies. There is also a bathroom! The women behind the counter were all nice and patient with my questions, they also kept the line moving and were quick. I had high hopes for the Alfajores as this is an Argentinian bakery but unfortunately the ones given to me were stale. The cookie was very hard. Also the Dulce de leche was too sweet and burnt tasting to me. I also got a chocolate covered one and the cookie in that was also hard and dry. The strawberry croissant was amazing. Never had anything like that before. Not too sweet and very flaky. It has a ribbon of red on the outside which gives it a unique look. I would love to come back and try savory items. I'll continue to stick with the cakes and croissants for desert and make sure it's fresh!

Lovely neighborhood cafe . A place to really sit down and relax with real character. The coffee is…read moredelicious, the pastries are delicious and great quality- no cisco shit here (blueberry danish is insane), and the staff is so friendly

Dropped by this local coffee spot on a cold weekend, and it instantly felt like stepping into a…read morewarm hug. The place is cozy, artsy, and so relaxing I ended up sitting there way longer than planned. Tried their cappuccino (served in those charming traditional mugs) along with a cream cheese bagel and avocado toast -- all really good! Loved seeing people sipping coffee, working on laptops, and even playing board games. Quick service, great vibe, and the kind of spot that makes you want to support local -- one cappuccino at a time.

I just moved to JC and am pleased to say that Incontro is one of the best additions to the area…read more Every time I've visited, the service is top notch, and their flavors are so creative and delicious! The shop has a few tables, good for folks that are looking for a place to do work, and it overall just has a really nice ambiance. It's not too loud, it's clean, and is such a nice spot for a quick hangout or chat with friends. I'm a sucker for a good seasonal or flavored latte, and incontro hits all the spots! I visit a few times a week and it's become my new coffee spot. This is a no tipping establishment, and their coffee prices are well priced. 10/10!

Tried the cafe for the first time & got their banana brûlée latte! Definitely a must try! The cafe…read morewas cute and had thrifted clothes available! Street parking only. Staff was also very friendly & ensured that we were okay with the ingredient in their drinks! Highly recommend giving them a try!

We visited Cocoa on our last day in New York, and I'm honestly glad we waited -- if we'd found it…read moresooner, we might not have tried anywhere else! This place has everything. From a wide variety of baked goods (including vegan and gluten-free options -- which more places should offer!) to seriously good iced coffee, it checked all the boxes. I got a cinnamon roll bread that I'm still thinking about. Whether you're looking for a great cup of coffee or something sweet to hit the spot, Cocoa is definitely worth a visit. A perfect little place to support.

Nice place and cozy vibes ..,…read more I was searching vegan cafe with good vibes and finally I found this place ... Super happy

My wife and I have walked by this place numerous times and always thought we should come here…read moresometime. We finally went on a Wednesday afternoon and we regret not coming earlier! A very cozy cafe and the food is made to order. We just came for an iced coffee but we ended up also ordering a beef empanada, a vegetable empanada , and a banana strawberry smoothie. Everything we ordered was great, but in particular we were surprised by how good the vegetable empanada was! Very freshly fried, and the vegetables were also fresh and not the prepackaged kind like at other places that sell empanadas. It's seems to be a husband and wife operation, and since they make everything to order, you might need to wait a bit for your food, but it would be totally worth it! We forgot to take pics until midway through so apologies for bad pics. EDIT: forgot to mention this place is incredibly affordable as well!

When we step into the cafe for the first time, we felt warmth and sincerity from the owners. It's…read morenice to have a place in the neighborhood to just come out of the house and sit down for some food and a coffee or juice. It's also a good place to watch the World Cup games or do some work.

Love love loveeeee this sushi spot!! I was so excited I took a bite before my photo loll. I really…read moreappreciate their fish to rice ratio and their food is clearly very fresh. I also loved their spicy salmon, I asked for them to add spicy mayo and they did exactly so. I appreciate their service, they were very attentive and kind. Their bathroom was also well kept up, I will absolutely come back again to this spot. Thank you for having me!

Ordered pick up from this brand new addition to the Heights and happy and every thing we tried was…read morefive stars. Sushi Makoto took over this tiny (just for pick up) place not long ago and turned it into a full sit down restaurant. The eel avocado was delicious, the salmon and tuna were both fresh. The seaweed salad and edamame were two perfect sides. Everything was ready to go quickly and 5 rolls and two apps came out to just over $50. Happy to have this new gem in the neighborhood!

Ordered: Honey Lavender Latte (~$6)…read more Aya's take: We were looking for an afternoon pick me up and found ourselves at Bleu Coffee. Please note, the pictures on Yelp are of their 2nd Street location. This one on Beacon Way was particularly difficult to find since Maps didn't navigate us to the front and this is actually in The Beacon apartment complex. We had to ask someone walking by to open the gate door for us, otherwise there's no way to get in. The Beacon Way location is very small; they occupy a small corner of the lobby. The Honey Lavender Latte was decent. There was a lot of lavender flavor which I appreciated, added sweetness from the honey, and boldness from the espresso. Not the best I've had but it did the job. Decent try but I would love to check out their 2nd Street location since it seems more spacious and proper.

Location: very hard to find, and there's an electric gate that you need to pass through to get to…read moreit from the street. A kind stranger opened it for us otherwise we may not have been able to get it. Careful with where Google maps routes you to, it routed us to the read of the building and so we had to drive around. I had an espresso, it was pulled too long and was very over extracted. Way too much volume for a double shot. The server was friendly and warm and the ambience is nice, it felt like a hotel lobby but it's really a residential building.