got the Monte Cristo sandwich... but it interesting variation on a classic sandwich. Basically just meat, cheese, and jam on sourdough with some powdered suger. still good but was missing a lil something
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Quy Tran
Drip Café is a cozy, modern brunch spot that has become a local favorite for those seeking creative takes on breakfast and lunch classics. Tucked into a modest shopping center, the interior is warm and inviting, with rustic wooden accents and plenty of natural light. The café offers a seasonal, locally sourced menu that changes just enough to keep things fresh while maintaining crowd favorites. On my visit, I ordered the bacon-stuffed French toast—two thick slices of challah bread filled with crispy bacon and cream cheese, topped with maple syrup and powdered sugar. It was indulgent without being too sweet, and the bacon added just the right level of savory balance. My companion had the avocado toast with poached eggs, which was fresh, hearty, and full of color—beautifully plated with a touch of chili oil and pickled onions. The coffee was strong and smooth, and they offer a rotating selection of single-origin beans, which is a nice touch for coffee lovers. Service was efficient and friendly, with staff checking in just enough to ensure a smooth experience without hovering. Prices are on the mid-range side, but justified by the quality and presentation. Drip Café is the kind of place where you can meet a friend, grab a quick solo breakfast, or settle in with a laptop and a latte. It’s cozy, creative, and delicious—a reliable choice in Newark.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bobbie-lyn Johnston
Ordered the mixed green salad with adding chicken. Disgusting and extremely small portion for $15 salad. The greens in the salad taste extremely dirty and the chicken each bite is a table spoon of salt.
Food: 1
Service: 5
Tristan Fowler
This is one of my favorite spots — the breakfast sandwiches are consistently delicious, and I’ll keep coming back. But I’ve got to call out something that really bugs me: the cost of adding avocado.
I paid $4 extra to add avocado to my $7.50 sandwich — over 50% of the base price — and what I got was maybe a quarter of a single avocado. A whole avocado at the grocery store costs between $0.70 and $0.99, which means the actual avocado used on my sandwich cost the restaurant about 25 cents. So I paid $4 for something that costs under a quarter — that’s a 1,500% markup!!!
I get that restaurants need to make a profit, but this feels less like a fair upcharge and more like price gouging. I’d happily pay $1 or $1.50 — even $2 if I get a satisfying mouthful of avo. But $4 for a quarter of an avocado? That just leaves a bad taste in my mouth (and not from the food).
Please reconsider the pricing on this (same could be said for adding bacon or any other add on really). Loyal customers like me want to feel good about every part of the experience — not like we got avocado-robbed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Mike Johnson
Absolutely love this place. A lot of staff with good customer service, clean seating, a nice intimate atmosphere. We ordered the following:
Floretine w/ avocado: 9/10 she said it was very goood One pancake: 9/10 crispy edges The cali: 10/10 loved the basil aoli Tropical mango smoothie: 8/10 very banana forward Large latte with salted caramel skim milk 7/10 wanted a little more sweet. Good quality coffee
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thomas Mosley
Good team
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Lilia K
Good place to stop by for breakfast.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Brian Yard
Visited while in town for a business trip. Easy walking distance from my hotel. Nice breakfast sandwiches and coffee. Plenty of space to work on a laptop. Seems to have plenty of regulars in addition to college students.
Linda Alberta
Normal cafe, food mediocre. Won't be returning
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Michelle Gleason
Very cool coffee shop. Excellent menu choices and great coffee. Only 4 stars because it is so good that it is hard to manage the UD crowd.
Cute cafe, in UD's campus area. The place was clean, quaint, with nice staff. The caramel apple pancakes were delicious (ordered without bacon), the stuffed french toast was pretty good, but the middle was uncooked, mushy. The lavender honey latte was really good. I wish they had a vegetarian bacon or sausage, that would have made my meal. Our fries came long after our meal, they were ok. We will definitely return, maybe try lunch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Caramel Apple Pancakes
WAYNE BALDWIN
Love drip... Try the espresso milkshakes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tealitte
I called and ordered for pick up and ordered drinks when I arrived. Food was ready, and the iced coffee was ready within five minutes, but then I sat and waited for my shake. 15 minutes went by where people came and went getting their orders, but still no milkshake. Was never asked by staff what I was waiting for, despite being the only one waiting consistently and at the end, the only one waiting AT ALL. Was forced to wait in the way of the trash bin and the counter with the sugars and everything, so constantly having to move out of the way of other people. Finally asked for it and got told that I HAD to ask for it to get it? Um….No? It should’ve been called just the same as my coffee was? Why would it be ANY different? I ordered it at the register so what’s the difference? By the time I got it, my milkshake was fairly liquidy. Staff was distracted by their phones, and one was wearing a see through shirt so you could see her bright red bra through it. Not really appropriate for a work environment. Didn’t appreciate the attitude and lack of help from staff when I was nothing but polite and courteous. Had ordered my fries well done for one of the two orders of food, and when I got home, they were the exact same as my boyfriend’s (he felt them himself and there was zero difference) - soggy/squishy and not at all crispy in any way. Had to throw them in the air fryer to make them crispy. The bbq grilled cheese were delicious, but the milkshake tasted more like coconut or just the tiniest hint of cinnamon as opposed to an actual churro milkshake, and was really small for an $8 drink. I could go to Wawa and get the same thing for $5 and double the size with more flavor. I was looking forward to trying the food here as I was gifted some gift cards and had planned to come back and spend my own money - if the experience had been good. I don’t generally leave reviews for places, and I’ve worked in many food places myself, but this whole experience left me frustrated, annoyed, disappointed, and feeling snubbed by the staff. I won’t be returning, and will be taking my business to the Hockessin location for all future orders, which is a shame as this location is only 5 minutes from my house.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
Morgan Jefferson
We got the caramel apple pancakes and brussel sprout hash. The caramel was burnt so pancakes tasted burnt. Hash only had maybe 2 brussels in them. Also got tea, coffee and side of scrambled eggs. $45 not worth the money in my opinion.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
Skylar Murphy
I called and ordered for pick up and ordered drinks when I arrived. Food was ready, and the iced coffee was ready within five minutes, but then I sat and waited for my shake. 15 minutes went by where people came and went getting their orders, but still no milkshake. Was never asked by staff what I was waiting for, despite being the only one waiting consistently and at the end, the only one waiting AT ALL. Was forced to wait in the way of the trash bin and the counter with the sugars and everything, so constantly having to move out of the way of other people. Finally asked for it and got told that I HAD to ask for it to get it? Um….No? It should’ve been called just the same as my coffee was? Why would it be ANY different? I ordered it at the register so what’s the difference? By the time I got it, my milkshake was fairly liquidy. Staff was distracted by their phones, and one was wearing a see through shirt so you could see her bright red bra through it. Not really appropriate for a work environment. Didn’t appreciate the attitude and lack of help from staff when I was nothing but polite and courteous. Had ordered my fries well done for one of the two orders of food, and when I got home, they were the exact same as my boyfriend’s (he felt them himself and there was zero difference) - soggy/squishy and not at all crispy in any way. Had to throw them in the air fryer to make them crispy. The bbq grilled cheese were delicious, but the milkshake tasted more like coconut or just the tiniest hint of cinnamon as opposed to an actual churro milkshake, and was really small for an $8 drink. I could go to Wawa and get the same thing for $5 and double the size with more flavor. I was looking forward to trying the food here as I was gifted some gift cards and had planned to come back and spend my own money - if the experience had been good. I don’t generally leave reviews for places, and I’ve worked in many food places myself, but this whole experience left me frustrated, annoyed, disappointed, and feeling snubbed by the staff. I won’t be returning, and will be taking my business to the Hockessin location for all future orders, which is a shame as this location is only 5 minutes from my house.
got the Monte Cristo sandwich... but it interesting variation on a classic sandwich. Basically just meat, cheese, and jam on sourdough with some powdered suger. still good but was missing a lil something
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Drip Café is a cozy, modern brunch spot that has become a local favorite for those seeking creative takes on breakfast and lunch classics. Tucked into a modest shopping center, the interior is warm and inviting, with rustic wooden accents and plenty of natural light. The café offers a seasonal, locally sourced menu that changes just enough to keep things fresh while maintaining crowd favorites. On my visit, I ordered the bacon-stuffed French toast—two thick slices of challah bread filled with crispy bacon and cream cheese, topped with maple syrup and powdered sugar. It was indulgent without being too sweet, and the bacon added just the right level of savory balance. My companion had the avocado toast with poached eggs, which was fresh, hearty, and full of color—beautifully plated with a touch of chili oil and pickled onions. The coffee was strong and smooth, and they offer a rotating selection of single-origin beans, which is a nice touch for coffee lovers. Service was efficient and friendly, with staff checking in just enough to ensure a smooth experience without hovering. Prices are on the mid-range side, but justified by the quality and presentation. Drip Café is the kind of place where you can meet a friend, grab a quick solo breakfast, or settle in with a laptop and a latte. It’s cozy, creative, and delicious—a reliable choice in Newark.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ordered the mixed green salad with adding chicken. Disgusting and extremely small portion for $15 salad. The greens in the salad taste extremely dirty and the chicken each bite is a table spoon of salt.
Food: 1
Service: 5
This is one of my favorite spots — the breakfast sandwiches are consistently delicious, and I’ll keep coming back. But I’ve got to call out something that really bugs me: the cost of adding avocado.
I paid $4 extra to add avocado to my $7.50 sandwich — over 50% of the base price — and what I got was maybe a quarter of a single avocado. A whole avocado at the grocery store costs between $0.70 and $0.99, which means the actual avocado used on my sandwich cost the restaurant about 25 cents. So I paid $4 for something that costs under a quarter — that’s a 1,500% markup!!!
I get that restaurants need to make a profit, but this feels less like a fair upcharge and more like price gouging. I’d happily pay $1 or $1.50 — even $2 if I get a satisfying mouthful of avo. But $4 for a quarter of an avocado? That just leaves a bad taste in my mouth (and not from the food).
Please reconsider the pricing on this (same could be said for adding bacon or any other add on really). Loyal customers like me want to feel good about every part of the experience — not like we got avocado-robbed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Absolutely love this place. A lot of staff with good customer service, clean seating, a nice intimate atmosphere. We ordered the following:
Floretine w/ avocado: 9/10 she said it was very goood
One pancake: 9/10 crispy edges
The cali: 10/10 loved the basil aoli
Tropical mango smoothie: 8/10 very banana forward
Large latte with salted caramel skim milk 7/10 wanted a little more sweet. Good quality coffee
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good team
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Good place to stop by for breakfast.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Visited while in town for a business trip. Easy walking distance from my hotel. Nice breakfast sandwiches and coffee. Plenty of space to work on a laptop. Seems to have plenty of regulars in addition to college students.
Normal cafe, food mediocre. Won't be returning
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Very cool coffee shop.
Excellent menu choices and great coffee.
Only 4 stars because it is so good that it is hard to manage the UD crowd.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Cali
Restaurantji Recommends
Cute cafe, in UD's campus area. The place was clean, quaint, with nice staff. The caramel apple pancakes were delicious (ordered without bacon), the stuffed french toast was pretty good, but the middle was uncooked, mushy. The lavender honey latte was really good. I wish they had a vegetarian bacon or sausage, that would have made my meal. Our fries came long after our meal, they were ok. We will definitely return, maybe try lunch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Caramel Apple Pancakes
Love drip... Try the espresso milkshakes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I called and ordered for pick up and ordered drinks when I arrived. Food was ready, and the iced coffee was ready within five minutes, but then I sat and waited for my shake. 15 minutes went by where people came and went getting their orders, but still no milkshake. Was never asked by staff what I was waiting for, despite being the only one waiting consistently and at the end, the only one waiting AT ALL. Was forced to wait in the way of the trash bin and the counter with the sugars and everything, so constantly having to move out of the way of other people. Finally asked for it and got told that I HAD to ask for it to get it? Um….No? It should’ve been called just the same as my coffee was? Why would it be ANY different? I ordered it at the register so what’s the difference? By the time I got it, my milkshake was fairly liquidy. Staff was distracted by their phones, and one was wearing a see through shirt so you could see her bright red bra through it. Not really appropriate for a work environment. Didn’t appreciate the attitude and lack of help from staff when I was nothing but polite and courteous. Had ordered my fries well done for one of the two orders of food, and when I got home, they were the exact same as my boyfriend’s (he felt them himself and there was zero difference) - soggy/squishy and not at all crispy in any way. Had to throw them in the air fryer to make them crispy. The bbq grilled cheese were delicious, but the milkshake tasted more like coconut or just the tiniest hint of cinnamon as opposed to an actual churro milkshake, and was really small for an $8 drink. I could go to Wawa and get the same thing for $5 and double the size with more flavor. I was looking forward to trying the food here as I was gifted some gift cards and had planned to come back and spend my own money - if the experience had been good. I don’t generally leave reviews for places, and I’ve worked in many food places myself, but this whole experience left me frustrated, annoyed, disappointed, and feeling snubbed by the staff. I won’t be returning, and will be taking my business to the Hockessin location for all future orders, which is a shame as this location is only 5 minutes from my house.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
We got the caramel apple pancakes and brussel sprout hash. The caramel was burnt so pancakes tasted burnt. Hash only had maybe 2 brussels in them. Also got tea, coffee and side of scrambled eggs. $45 not worth the money in my opinion.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
I called and ordered for pick up and ordered drinks when I arrived. Food was ready, and the iced coffee was ready within five minutes, but then I sat and waited for my shake. 15 minutes went by where people came and went getting their orders, but still no milkshake. Was never asked by staff what I was waiting for, despite being the only one waiting consistently and at the end, the only one waiting AT ALL. Was forced to wait in the way of the trash bin and the counter with the sugars and everything, so constantly having to move out of the way of other people. Finally asked for it and got told that I HAD to ask for it to get it? Um….No? It should’ve been called just the same as my coffee was? Why would it be ANY different? I ordered it at the register so what’s the difference? By the time I got it, my milkshake was fairly liquidy. Staff was distracted by their phones, and one was wearing a see through shirt so you could see her bright red bra through it. Not really appropriate for a work environment. Didn’t appreciate the attitude and lack of help from staff when I was nothing but polite and courteous. Had ordered my fries well done for one of the two orders of food, and when I got home, they were the exact same as my boyfriend’s (he felt them himself and there was zero difference) - soggy/squishy and not at all crispy in any way. Had to throw them in the air fryer to make them crispy. The bbq grilled cheese were delicious, but the milkshake tasted more like coconut or just the tiniest hint of cinnamon as opposed to an actual churro milkshake, and was really small for an $8 drink. I could go to Wawa and get the same thing for $5 and double the size with more flavor. I was looking forward to trying the food here as I was gifted some gift cards and had planned to come back and spend my own money - if the experience had been good. I don’t generally leave reviews for places, and I’ve worked in many food places myself, but this whole experience left me frustrated, annoyed, disappointed, and feeling snubbed by the staff. I won’t be returning, and will be taking my business to the Hockessin location for all future orders, which is a shame as this location is only 5 minutes from my house.
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