50 Best Cafes near Middlesex

“Great menu great atmosphere and excellent prices , the owners and staff super friendly“

“Amazing Cinnamon Rolls. Perfectly baked dough, not over done. Extra Cinnamon, not the cheap stuff and plenty of sweet glaze for the top.“

“Amazing please to spend the evening and have amazing food, waited by the most amazing staff and owners.“

“Amazing hot chocolate, friendly people, and make coffee drinks with your preferences in mind“

“una super atención, la comida muy buena la verdad que es lo mejor que eh probado“

“Frequent customer, but always blown away with the freshness of their summer menu. The shrimply the best tacos, which was originally on a tostada last summer, was just as amazing, but didn’t sit as heavy as a tostada. Love the move to a light tortilla. The Mexi-Avo toast was so filling and the flavors melted together so nicely. Don’t forget the decor inside is so cozy, boho/havana vibe and perfect for a date or girl’s brunch. 10/10“

“Cool electic vibes. Busy but cozy as well. I randomly was in the area and was looking for a quick latte before a meeting. This was 4 minutes away, really glad I went. Will go back again, I tried nootropic latte. It's got a cool clever twist with emphasis on neuro/ nootropic/ well being mixins.“

“A delightful coffee shop in Scotch Plains. It has three rooms: a lovely sitting area with tables, a lounge area with a couch, and a coffee bar. The coffee is superb! It's on Westfield Ave., with convenient parking in the back (off Montague Ave.), watch for it carefully if you're driving, as it's easy to miss.“

“I love having a Dominican bakery so close. Everything we’ve had there has been FABULOUS!!! Honestly, some of the best coconut macaroons I have ever had and that includes ones I’ve had in DR. I had a coconut tree leches cake, and a strawberry short cake cup, which were both out of this world. The cold brew is so good, and the pumpkin sauce is on point. They’re also super friendly. Next time I need to try the pastelitos (empanadas).“

“beautiful treats. taho that tastes like back home. friendly owner. cozy set up. I had the taho, yema cupcake & pandan cupcakes....YUM! I'll try the cassava cake later & their ube pan de sal.“

“Brewed Awakening is the perfect spot for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. The food is consistently delicious, and some of my favorites include the BLT Sandwich (always made to perfection), the omelettes, and their Apple Caramel Butter Latte—a delightful seasonal treat. I first discovered the latte through a social media post a few weeks ago, and now Brewed Awakening has become my go-to spot every Sunday for a relaxing meal. The service is always warm and welcoming. Annie, the owner, often makes an appearance on the floor, either serving or checking in with guests to ensure they’re enjoying their visit. Her kindness and genuine hospitality make the experience even more special. I highly recommend stopping by Brewed Awakening for a delicious meal and a cozy, inviting atmosphere. You won’t be disappointed!“

“As I run in to grab my order, I see the prized pistachio latte And think to myself: ‘Yup, it’ll definitely taste good’ Ps. Please bring the tiramisu latte back.“

“Great selection of Portuguese and Brazilian breakfast/lunch!!!“

“Beautiful place . Excellent service - fantastic food and beautiful atmosphere !!!“

“Everything was always so fresh and tasty. The Staff goes out of their way for the Customers.“

“This restaurant is an amazing find! The menu is varied and much of it is reasonably healthy food. The service is attentive enough without being overbearing. There are some outdoor tables for when the weather is nice.

We tried the turkey avocado sandwich and the eggs Benedict. Both of them were amazingly good. The brewed coffee and the cold brew were also excellent.“

“Loved the shroom sando and the cold brew“

“La schiacciata e’ ottima, l’ambiente elegante ed accogliente. Golosi i panini, i dolci ed i croissant!“

“Great food and friendly service!!!“

“All around wonderful first experience at Safwa. Genuinely one of the best coffees I’ve ever had, and I’m not even a coffee drinker! I also ordered a panini sandwich which was delightful. Their specialty sauce is a creamy spicy mustard, which paired well with their thick-cut turkey. A great place to socialize and study, and while busy, service was still great! Will definitely be returning soon.“

“Tiny location, packs a pearl.... comedy. ?I love their Thai Tea Boba and their waffles are amazing ?? whether you like croffles or their house made (?) batter. All smoothies I've had have been delicious as well as their Dolgona(hope I'm spelling that right) coffee boba! SUPPORT THIS BUSINESS??tons of parking btw!“

“Delicious food ☕️ Awesome donuts 🍩 Internet service“

“Just had the apple turnover, it was incredible.“

“Great mixed black bean burger“

“Popped in for lunch when picking up something nearby. I was really impressed! Nothing fancy just good food! Staff were so friendly and seemed to know everyone. I'll definitely be back!“

“Boxwood Cafe is a gem! The owner has created a high quality coffee shop and the employees are very friendly. I like to stop by for a latte and a baked good (scone, cookie, or blueberry bar) and sit outside at one of the side tables. Pre-Covid, they hosted open mic night and quiz night every month. Now Steve hosts a monthly Zoom Quiz Night and it is so much fun! A great locally owned cafe.“

“Amazing coffee and even better pastries & deserts.
The barista was incredibly kind, he was friendly and we got to chatting about the music that was playing, overall it was definitely worth the walk.

I can’t wait to come here after getting off the bus from college and have a nice place to study and get coffee!“

“EVERYTHING is delicious here. The cornbread is out of this world, the specials are always local and fresh and healthy. So many snack options and drink options, though if the matcha lemonade is available do yourself a favor and get it while you stroll by the native plant meadow and enjoy some cool birds. Love a place that genuinely supports local farms too- even local grains! Also everyone who works there is so nice even when after allllll the fun specials on the menu, you just want a good old hotdog -which they also have and are delish.“

“Amazing matcha bubble tea and latte that was better than any other matcha latte I've ever had before. I've had a lot of matcha so if you can trust me on this one. Talked with the owner Ying and barista Jesse for some time and they were both great ❤. The cafe itself has a very good esthetic with a cute teddy bear in the corner. Definitely a must try for any latte and bubble tea lovers 😋.“

“I went to this cafe for the first time with my friends and I found it very enjoyable. The poke bowls and tea are delicious although it can be a bit pricey. They have 3 ordering stations and private seating places which are perfect for studying but a bit dark lowkey. They also have free water which is a blessing. Parking is also easy to find🙏.“

“This place is officially my go to local bakery! Victoria and her mom Laurence have been nothing but kind and helpful each time I’ve went in. My friends and family raved about the triple chocolate cake i picked up for my sisters birthday and my best friend and i enjoy a quiet breakfast and cafe on the weekends! The decor is so welcoming and bright. It’s a great place to sit, and relax! I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for delicious pastries and French imports. It’s a piece of home for my mom, as well! 🇫🇷🥖🥐🥮🧁🎂💕“

“Great Food Excellent Service!“

“One of my favorite bakeries from now on. Love the pastries, drinks and the crew service is very good as well.“

“We love the atmosphere, the delicious homemade soups, main dishes, and desserts at the lovely Friends Friend's Cafe :) the jazz evenings outdoors, the chess-playing and studying students & Mo, Josephine, and Hannah with the heart of gold for all furry friends who are welcome inside the cafe, and, of course, on the patio <3 <3 <3 Below is our Rover enjoying his doggie meal and a comfy bed at the cafe :)“

“Great spot for a meeting! Great food and the best coffee!“

“Great breakfasts. World-class home fries!“

“Lifehack - although you need a membership to use the facilities inside the YMCA, anyone can come in and get their snack fix (workout optional).

Its a small cafe, but offers enough essentials. They sell pizzas, empandas, burgers, fries... as well healthy juice bar and variety drink options.

But their main feature is the acai bowls - acai, pitahaya or coconut base options. There's a handful of pre-built choices (loaded with fruits, granola, nutella or peanut butter) or create your own. Quick and efficient and beautifully prepared... our Berrytella and Dragon Kiwi bowls came out fresh and delicious.

Will definitely be back, and might even convince me to actually use the gym.“

“It’s always nice and clean. And the staff is very helpful. I just love this place always buying what I don’t really need😊“

“More then food - kindness & 💜“

“Great food !! I definitely recommend this place 👍🏻“

“Amazing food and service.“

“Good food, cute place and very good staff - empanadas were delicious but highly recommend to have a mini empanadas in the menu, also some sauce that is not mayonnaise based - like could be only cilantro with some lemon. The paninis were great.
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“(Translated by Google) Excellent service and quality food, it also has buffet-style food and food for all kinds of events ???? Recommended(Original)Excelente servicio y calidad en la comida, también cuenta con comida tipo buffet y comida para todo tipo de eventos ???? Recomendado“

“Delicious fresh food. Nuray's is a hidden gem. Highly recommended.“

“Great affogato if made by the right people. Went recently where there was a young gentlemen who made my desert. I get a double affogato, yet this time I received a cup of melted gelato with 2 cold shots of espresso mixed in. Morale of the story- don’t go if there is a young gentlemen there, or they need to train him because the method was wild. Scoop of gelato with one shot of espresso… proceeds to make another shot of espresso, adds more gelato to the already melted gelato and shot of espresso, and then adds the second shot on top. I received 2 bites of gelato with my cold shots of espresso. For an almost 10$ desert, I am quite disappointed“

“Un excelente servicio y los desayunos 🧇 💯“

“From my first call with Judy, I knew we were in good hands. She was able to satisfy our primary goal of an Alice in Wonderland tea party with heartier fare for our big eaters. She helped plan the menu, including a fabulous French toast casserole that was amazing. Many thanks!“