“I have always been a Dunkin drinker. I can't do any other chain, it is like drinking burnt coffee. Dunkin will almost always win out for me. Besides which you can order in English! I don't need to spend 5 minutes ordering only to get burnt coffee. Dunkin place order and drinking your coffee in 5 minutes.“
“Wow, the food was fantastic, prepared to perfection with quality fresh ingredients, the Poblano Molé was amazing, as was the lime cake for dessert, Michael who was taking care of us for dinner was attentive, personable and welcoming. Best in “
“Brandon was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about coffee, and has a wide variety of offerings at his shop. He told me that he experiments with different brewing methods (e.g. conical filter, flat filter, hybrid immersion drippers) for each coffee to ensure that every cup of coffee served is the best that it can be.As a former barista and coffee roaster, I can confidently say that Brandon puts more thought and care into each drink than the vast majority of cafes in NJ.I would highly recommend Brew Coffee Bar to anyone looking for a good coffee experience, but especially for people who will appreciate Brandon's extreme dedication to his craft.“
“I don’t often leave reviews, but this cafe is a must try! The atmosphere and staff are pleasant and relaxed. You order at the register, and help yourself to seating of your choice. The food is amazing — with breakfast and lunch options available. Highly recommend the signature lattes (we got coco loco and white chocolate tiramisu). The cinnamon rolls are out of this world! We’ll be back, for sure!“
“I came to the establishment early as I was working in the area I ended up bringing home a bunch of different things home for my wife who is from Honduras. She loved everything I bought and two days later we went back she loaded up on nearly everything they had and I can definitely say we found our new spot to eat and cater from. The staff was extremely eager to help with all the questions we had all I can say is if you’re in the area give this spot a try you won’t regret it.Kid-friendliness: We had our 4 year old son the kind women gave my son a lollipop that made his time there a lot more fun“
“When you first walk in you immediately notice a wonderful smell , it's hard to walk away. Luckily for us there was no wait but I've been told there usually is and I can see why , plus the space is not that big. This cozy little spot won over a customer today. I loved that they have a bakery with freshly baked goodies that you can take to go. My husband and daughter sat right next to their book shelf and to our surprise they had toddler books that entertained my 3 year old while we waited for our meal . I ordered the log cabin latte to start , the waiter recommended it and it was delicious , also very interesting . It's a latte with a smoked espresso bacon on it, don't ask me why but it works - it gives the latte an amazing smokey flavor and it tastes great (featured in my pictures) . To eat my husband and I shared their blueberry pancakes , they were sold out of the pumpkin pancakes (guess I'll have to come back ) the pancakes were good. I also ordered the avocado toast with an over easy egg and it was great. My husband had the torta and he enjoyed it. I've got to say we enjoyed ourselves and plan to come back . I wish I had space for a pastry but I'll get that next time.“
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“Booskerdoo Middletown donated hot chocolate for our local elementary school holiday event. It was such a hit! The kids loved the cocoa (peppermint and regular, mmmm) and it added such a special touch to the PTO organized family evening. Booskerdoo in general is great, but the Middletown location takes it a step beyond with their generosity, kind service, and personal touch from Jeff, the owner, who is almost always there making sure everything is running smoothly! You won’t get this type of caring and desire to be a part of the local community from just any coffee spot!Kid-friendliness: Great location for kids and a business that cares about the local community!“
“I've eaten at the Rise n Shine on occasion and find it's no frills local hometown vibe inviting. I prefer sitting at the counter old school and watching the traffic go by as I enjoy a delicious omlette. The owners are very friendly and welcoming, and the food is excellent.“
“Donuts were great. Ordered some standard donuts for a party, they were awesome. They accommodated our color scheme and made some personalized donuts. They were very fresh and tasty. Can’t wait to go back and try the other more adventurous donuts they have, everything looked and smelled delicious.“
“I love this place. It’s a welcoming, charming environment. The staff is friendly, polite and fast. They have a cool outdoor space you can enjoy on a sunny day and sometimes listen to the music of a local musician while enjoying your food and drink. I only partake in the coffee and it’s my favorite place in town, among several good options. Keep being awesome, CC!“
“Try the blueberry pancakes BECAUSE they are more than just regular pancakes with lonely blueberries on top. If you are a fool for French Toast GO HERE because their selections will make you wanna bury your face in the plate. The service was outstanding and the atmosphere was great. Wherever you are coming from this place is worth the trip.“
“My favorite breakfast/brunch location. There's often a long wait, so I guess a lot of people agree with me, but it is well worth the wait. The food is prepared perfectly, the portions are large, the coffee is great, the service is quick and friendly, and prices for all that are quite reasonable.I love this place!We were among the earliest customers on this, their 1st day of reopening, following a month closure for renovations in both the kitchen and dining areas. The food was excellent (as usual), the service was the same high standard we have come to enjoy, the prices remain competitive, and the new look is modern & refreshing. This is still my favorite breakfast/brunch place.“
“Hard to find a good breakfast spot. I hit the jackpot coming across this place! I order the turkey, bacon, egg, and cheese. I’ve tried on a bagel and a roll. The bacon and egg is always cooked to perfection and seasoned well. I’ve also had the crumb cake and muffins which were freshly baked. The decor is so cute. If I had the time I would sit inside to enjoy my meal rather than get to go. Feels very homey.“
“This family run, coffee, business, hands-down, one of the best experiences of my life, the grandmother and the granddaughters greet everybody, even if they’re busy, and that makes for a pleasant experienceParking: Not a gigantic parking lot, but enough spaces for the amount of people to come there“
“I have loved this place since the original in Little Silver when they were lunch and a small dinner venue. They had the best homemade soup. Now that they have expanded and our primarily breakfast and lunch the are still amazing. And I've been to multiple....Toms River, Long Branch, Sea Girt, Cherry Hill, etc. Consistent no matter which one you go to. And the coffee is amazing too. I love my French presses!“
“Great coffee and food. Their coffee doesn't have that burnt taste that a lot of shops have and their flavored lattes are delicious and not overly sugary. The jersey burrito and egg and cheese sandwich are delicious. Favorite coffee shop in the area.Parking: Free parking lot in the back of the building.“
“My husband and I love this place!! We worked with the owner Sam to cater coffee and speciality drinks for our wedding in 2022. She went above and beyond for us. I only have nice things to say about California Coffee Co. Amazing coffee, drinks, candles, etc! My favorite drink is the Pumpkin La Jolla and my husband loves the Lavender Lemonade. 1000000/10 for this place!“
“This place is great. My only complaints are feeling overwhelmed by the menu and not having coffee syups. I got three donuts, and the Queen B donuts were both innovative and amazing. It made me wish I had gotten more. The staff were very friendly and kind, helping me navigate the menu as well as the patient. The coffee was solid. Can't wait to come back and get more donuts.“
“1st Cup Coffee is very reasonable & the coffee is delicious in the wonderful town of Atlantic Highlands. You will get great service as well. They have seating to come & relax or grab your coffee & go.1st Cup has an amazing room in the back that you can rent for a very low cost. I just had an event for my real estate business here & they treated me top notch with great coffee. If you need space for a local event or you are having a speaker, this is the place to be. You can not beat the price. I am planning my next event. Thanks Bob!! My guest loved the event.“
“Very good breakfast. Hit the spot. Went around 10:30 place was full but was able to get a seat pretty quickly. I had a belly buster omelet and my mother had eggs over easy with a ham steak. We both had coffee. Hers was nice mine was hot. Our bill was roughly 10 dollars cheaper than most of the breakfast places we go to, only catch is CASH ONLY - but super worth it.“
“They were very attentive. Staff was amazing. They answered questions and helped me immediately. Besides the macaroons, the tarts, the cookies, and the quiche, the fruit parfait that I got was probably the best that I ever ate in my entire life. No lie!“
“I’ve been coming to LUK for over a year now and I wish I knew about them sooner. Every single meal my family and I have ordered is 100% clean, fresh and ACTUALLY tastes amazing. Coming from someone who used to eat McDonalds everyday and only enjoyed fries foods…LUK is one of the main reasons I was so successful in my lifestyle change and developing healthier habits.Just the other day my step daughter was complaining about a sore throat and one of the owners went out of her way to make a specialty drink just for her and she loved it! I go out to eat here 2-4 times per week and I would go every single day if I could! The staff is so sweet and kind! They even remember exactly how we all love our food.10/10 recommend!Dietary restrictions: They offer so many gluten free and vegan options that taste amazing!“
“Small cafe/diner offering breakfast and lunch. Nice menu offering a good variety. Tasty omelettes and sandwich options. We last visited on a Sunday and the place was quite busy, but seating was available after a short 5 minute waitThis place gets quite busy on the weekends. Meter parking available.“
“Have lived in NJ for almost 25 years. This is by far THE BEST pork roll egg and cheese I have had in the state. The way Johnny assembles this sandwich is perfection. Every bite you take from one of his sandwiches literally gets better as you are finishing it. From the fresh rolls, and freshly sliced pork roll to a perfectly cooked egg with just the right amount of cheese and SPK to hold it together. I can literally say as I took a bite from this sandwich my exact words were “WOW”. I’ll be coming at least once a week from Belmar just to get my fix. Keep killing it Johnny this place is awesome!“
“These donuts are delicious but they really need to update their hours on Google and their sign. I just drove 45 mins from Tom’s River because it said they were open. Got here and they were closed even though the hours on the door said they should be open as well as on Google. I’m very disappointed :(“
“Really good donuts. I get Too Good to Go from here all the time. If you’re considering trying, go for it. You won’t be disappointed. You get four random donuts with it and they’re always good. The maple bacon and chocolate donuts are my favorites but everything I’ve tried from here is good. Def try the Too Good to Go app for this place because it’s more than worth it. They have a huge selection of donuts“
“We ordered 3 pumpkin style cold brews! Each were $5 and this place is amazing. They don't charge extra for milk replacements. Go ahead and order your almond, oat milk or more! They got busier as we were waiting for our order. They sell merchandises like sweaters, cups and etc. Super cute! FYI the coffee is a little strong and typically it doesnt come sweetened- must ask for it!“
“People might think Meemoms is all about those 'dessert' breakfasts. But their breakfast bowls are awesome, especially the vegetarian one called The Farmhouse. A $1 upcharge for sourdough toast? Not a highlight of my visit. You might call it a 'sour' note!“
“Barista named Spencer was very friendly and helpful. Had the Iced American and wife had the iced wild berry hibiscus tea. Both were excellent. The owner stopped by to make sure our experience was a good one. Great ambiance, we will be back!“
“Turning Point is a GREAT place for breakfast or brunch. They close at 2 so I haven’t visited for lunch yet. The food is excellent, the decor is modern a bright, and the service is top notch. They have plenty of vegan and vegetarian options. I appreciate that the manager stopped by our table to make sure we had a pleasant experience. We did! This particular location is byob, so our bill was very affordable!!This is my go-to spot for brunch. Cheers y’all!“
“A nice coffee shop on Broad Street in Red Bank. There is a lot of space and is a great place to park yourself and work. The space is bright and comfortable to relax in. They offer a variety of simple eats, baked goods and coffee beverages. They have specials like gingerbread latte. For some holiday cheer The staff is friendly and very helpful.“
“Solid coffees. I usually get the Turkish coffee when I am in town because it is so good and can't stand drinking out of the family Keurig. Baristas are awesome, down to earth and upbeat! Wish they had some condensed milk just for us Vietnamese coffee buffs. A must visit in Manalapan NJ !“
“My go to coffee spot whenever I visit Red Bank. The family I stay with try to take me to starbies and I MAKE THEM go to Rook. The staff were patient with my boomers who didn't understand the menu. I like that it's an in and out kinda place. Get your Joe and bounce! Rook crew, you RULE!!“
“Love Rook coffee in Wall and have been there when in the area. Just wanted to share, that at my last visit our order was like drinking milk and water, and at the cost of two coffees, it is unacceptable. I thought of going back and asking for replacements, but our server was so sweet and I felt uncomfortable. In hindsight, I made a mistake in not doing that. I will definitely go back because I love the coffee!! Just an off day.“
“Really good food, their sandwiches are genuinely amazing. The only complaint I have is that their fries kinda suck, most of the time they're pretty soggy and don't have much flavor, it mostly just tastes like a bag of store bought fries that they reheat and add on the side.“
“Highly recommend this place !!!This place is amazing! They offered the best coffee and juices which ı like most Monmouth Power It has carrot,pineapple,orange and ginger.Always the best attitude to its costumers. I just want to keep coming back to this place.???“
“This Starbucks location is great! Large parking lot and store with plenty of space for working or studying. All seats have outlets, and the tables even have hooks underneath for your bags! The seating is comfortable and the tables are always clean. The staff is nice here, and the drinks always come out quickly. The drive through is also fast, and unlike some locations, won't block in all parking spots if the line is long. This is a great location if you're looking for a good spot to work or meet up with a group.“
“Brandon almendares is an amazing worker he always get my order perfect and makes sure I enjoy my drink! He’s always kind and helping in picking drinks while having a smile on his face. He’s a key member in my opinion and makes my visits amazing!! Highly recommend coming!“
“This place was a pleasant surprise, me and my Friend went here and the food and service was great but after I left It my stomach stated to fell what I ate and it didn't like but over all it was a great experience and I might come back.“
“I don’t believe this place is amazing ? better than any similar place for me.She’s a great person and ice cream is so delicious, creamy, tasty and the chocolates made like different earth! ?Thank you so much your service and please keep open forever. ?Perfect clean and decorating ?? gorgeous“
“The staff is very friendly and the service is great! I always stop in for the coffee, the Dark Roast is my favorite. I have tried everything on the menu from wraps to sandwiches and they are all very good. I definitely recommend to stop in for breakfast, lunch, or even coffee.“
“This place is the best bakery in all of freehold, Awesome bread..the best around. Cookies, pastry, cakes, apple turnovers delicious. I can’t believe this place doesn’t have a line waiting to get in. This place reminds me of when I was a kid growing up in Brooklyn. To all you Italian people out here best place around. You must try ! Great service, and the women behind the counter are delightful.“
“The service providers at this Dunkin are so kind and service is fast. They greet you like they are so happy to see you. The coffee, tea , sandwiches donuts are always fresh compared to other Dunkin’s in the area. And if there is a problem with your order they correct it with a smile. I drive out of my way everyday because of all I have mentioned and I tell all my friends to go there.“
“One of the best Starbucks in the area!! They are incredibly friendly and very fast. On a busy day it takes maybe 10 minutes to get my order in the drive thru. Today I went and it was not busy, I ordered two drinks and food and from start to finish I was there for only 4 minutes!! Drinks were well made and staff was incredibly friendly, special thanks to Mikayla!! Will definitely be back“
“The coffee is good, but what they call “New Orleans style” is not really.New Orleans style coffee is more than just adding chicory. It’s a cafe au lait - aka coffee with warmed milk.You shouldn’t call it “New Orleans style” coffee if you don’t know that that is.“
“Highly recommend Bell Market/RBC Hospitality catering for business or personal entertaining. The team is professional, accommodating and reliable. My corporate guests were delighted by the quality and presentation of the food and beverage. Bell Market it at the top of my list!“
“The hype was worth the cup. First time going. Coffee freshness and flavor was unmatched. Not too many options for a Starbucks person, but the simplicity and aroma in just a cup of coffee was unmatched. I wish there was one closer to me, but my pockets are thankful there aren't. ?Dietary restrictions: Love how all milk options are not extra. This was so nice to see.“
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“Excellent coffee!Excellent coffee!Did I mention they have excellent coffee!?Tried the jersey blend, their lighter roast of three drip blends. Very fruity, rich and pleasantly drinkable black.Also tried Neon, described as a quad shot with 4oz of steamed milk. Very rich and complex, real or imaged notes of dark chocolate.“
“I enjoy coming to this Duncan donuts, sitting down and enjoying either my sourdough grilled cheese sandwich or a donut and large coffee.Very friendly staff at the counter and drive-up.Parking: Shared parking lot with other stores and the drive thru lane.“
“I really like the fact that they have quality coffee in a rural town like Colts Necks. I was very happily surprised.Please let me put my own sugar on the coffee. I asked for two packets of brown sugar. The worker probably out two big spoons of white sugar. It was way too sweet to be enjoyed. And because they were about to close, I didn't want to ask them to re do it. So I had to drink it : (“