50 Best Coffee Shops near Monmouth Junction

“I have an amazing experience every time I stop in to my local Starbucks. I'm assuming Megan is the manager because she has turned the place around. It's obvious she takes great pride in doing her job. Her knowledge and customer service are unmatched.They should bring in more people like her.Thanks Megan.“

“Always get my iced coffee 100% and simply are awsome !“

“Always get my iced coffee 100% and simply are awsome !“

“It's McDonald's... No great expectations, no surprises. Fast drive through service, pleasant staff at the did window. Food is tasty when it first comes out and is still hot. Convenient. A bit more pricey than ideal for what it is, but you're paying for service and convenience. Not my first choice for a restaurant, but it fills a niche for periodic use and is fine for occasional fast food.“

“I'm so happy I found this gem. After during a few recommendations in a local group, I found myself in town and stopped by. Faraz welcomed me and I was instantly impressed by the vibe. Safe, clean, comfy, and friendly. The music was pleasant, modern, and not intrusive. I enjoyed my Americano and Faraz was extremely responsive and efficient when he noticed I spilled some. I felt pricing was reasonable and I'm eager to go back soon!

Parking: Ample parking is available behind the Cafe, away from the main road. There is one van accessible handicapped reserved parking space.“

“Loved the shroom sando and the cold brew“

“Never has a coffee shop been so consistently good as Jamesbrew. I've been stopping in occasionally since it opened and every single drink I've gotten has been perfect and served with a smile.

Especially the iced coffee. I've never understood the obsession. It gets watered down and flavorless so fast.

Until it got too hot and I finally ordered one here.

Buying coffee has always been a small luxury for me but now I come in often enough that at Jamesbrew they ask if I want my usual (currently the iced lavender latte).

The food is often... . The croissants have a nonstandard flavor and lack the flaky, buttery texture of a proper croissant. The vegan pistachio muffin was kind of flavorless. The empanadas and sandwiches are "fine" at best. The rest of the pastries are good.

But the coffee is what matters most. I don't even want to look at a Starbucks.

Cheers to all the friendly and polite baristas.“

“I recently visited Koko Loko cafe in New Brunswick and had the pleasure of trying their Pistachio Latte and Caramel Latte. While both drinks were enjoyable, the Pistachio Latte truly stole the show.

The Pistachio Latte was perfectly balanced, with a rich, nutty flavor that wasn’t overly sweet but still indulgent. It had a creamy texture that complemented the espresso beautifully, making every sip an absolute delight. It’s one of those drinks that leaves you wanting more even after the last drop.

The Caramel Latte was good as well, with a classic sweetness and smooth finish, but it didn’t quite compare to the unique and standout flavor of the Pistachio Latte. If you’re deciding between the two, I’d highly recommend going for the pistachio—it’s a game changer!

The ambiance of the shop was cozy, and the service was friendly and efficient. I’ll definitely be returning to try more of their menu, but the Pistachio Latte is already a favorite.

5/5 stars for the Pistachio Latte alone!“

“Come here for my bubble tea fix. Very friendly staff as well.“

“Illy has the BEST coffee in Princeton, hands down. They have high quality drinks and high quality service! Everyone who works there is very friendly and always there to enjoy a conversation with. I love trying their monthly specials too! This cafe is always a stop of mine while I’m in Princeton.“

“Love this place! It is pricy but they have amazing coffee and great food!“

“One of the best experience“

“Penstock is great. Their tea is awesome and it always hits the spot. Also, the staff is very helpful and down to Earth.“

“Great little local coffee shop in a great location. Staff is friendly. Loved their tea based drinks.“

“This place is a true gem for anyone looking to unwind with a cup of coffee and a delicious baked goods. The service is impressively quick, ensuring that you can enjoy your treat without a long wait. Everything I tried was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly baked, making each visit a delightful experience. If you're in the mood for a relaxing break with high-quality refreshments, this spot is definitely worth a visit!“

“Great pastry and wonderful black tea. The person behind the counter was very hospitable and friendly. I definitely recommend the cream puffs.“

“Great coffee, great breakfast, and friendly atmosphere!“

“I've driven past this place plenty of times but only recently did I discover it. After seeing the reviews and all the critical acclaim, I decided to go ahead and see what the hype was about, and I was not disappointed. This is honestly a fantastic, lowkey, hidden gem of a coffee shop in the Princeton area. It was quiet, not busy at all, and the barista was super sweet and hospitable! There's plenty of good options of coffee to choose from, as well as tea, acai, and other snacks. I got the Hot Spicy Maya Mocha, and it was great. A super nice blend of coffee, chocolate, and creaminess. Every sip was blissful and delicious! Most coffee is just okay, but this coffee truly made my soul feel warm and cozy. I'm definitely coming back more times in the future! People who live in the neighborhood/community that this coffee shop is located in are really lucky to be walking distance from what is probably the best coffee I've had in Princeton! If you ever frequent Princeton Junction, or regularly commute to the train station, I highly recommend you stop by!“

“Sakrid has the best coffee, the best baristas and a genuine care for the community ❤️“

“too expensive, horrible service, arrogant and ignorant staff. unless you have 15 minutes to wait for a simple coffee and muffin while these igorant people commiserate with college students, dont bother patronizing this place. $15 for muffin, coffee and tip makes Starbucks seem inexpensive.“

“Good food“

“I love their chai. I've been here a few times, and have had my fair share of chai at the "trendy" spots, and will say this is definitely up there. Their desserts are pretty great as well. I'd definitely recommend this spot for anyone wanting great desi chai. ?“

“Billy, le barrister is amazing as is the other barrister, sorry didn't catch his name! Coffee, pastries, donuts and atmosphere is fabulous. Customer service is unbeatable, thank you ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Ginger cardamom scones! Actually, all the scones are delicious. Coffee beans are roasted in a facility in Rocky Hill. Our favorite is the dark roast. Shop local!“

“Great, friendly place! Best coffee in area! No known alien abductions, but definitely a possibility!“

“Best place to start your day❤️“

“Pretty cool place, my first time being there, I had no idea it existed. You order on your phone and a robot brings you the food, great for people with social anxiety and great for working there. Food is great appetizer type, halal chicken sandwich is now available for those who eat halal, solid 9/10, shrimp on a stick was average 5/10. Tea is phenomenal and good price too“

“The Food Is Absolutely Delicious !! I loved it! Food is absolutely delicious I loved it !!God bless that business, Thanks for the excellent attention and kindness (Isaac) [Original] The Food is absolutely delicious!! I loved it! La comida es absolutamente deliciosa me encantó!! Dios bendiga ese negocio , gracias por la exelente atencion y amabilidad (Isaac)“

“What a truly wonderful experience it was coming here. This nice young lady that works there was very polite. There was a bit of traffic building up in there behind me, but she was very patient with me as I surely took quite a while to order a few things for my family members. Everything was clean, and freshly organized. She even made sure to reassure me that the utensils were all cleaned properly because I tend to get a bit skeptical due to the possibility of cross contamination. The ice cream quality was great! Much better than most other places in this area. I never asked for that young lady’s name but she wore a lot of bracelets, and had black nails just like my daughter, which I complemented! I will be back in here for sure!

Will recommend this place for all ice cream lovers!“

“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!“

“My family and I flew to Nj to visit a Buddhist temple for a day and decided to come here for lunch. 10/10 service, atmosphere, and food. The staff was very courteous, the music was perfect volume, and the food was great! If we ever visit Philly/NJ again we are definitely hitting this place again!“

“The products in this particular location are always super fresh any time of day and the employees are among the very best at any establishment in which I have shopped. They are always friendly and engaging and remember their customers. This is especially rewarding as it underscores that the customer is both appreciated and valued. I will go out of my way to shop at this DD site.“

“Ginger cardamom scones! Actually, all the scones are delicious. Coffee beans are roasted in a facility in Rocky Hill. Our favorite is the dark roast. Shop local!“

“The coffee is excellent and the staff is professional, caring and have an enjoyable sense of humor. I will be back.“

“stopped for some takeout. great food. friendly staff. will definitely go again when im in the area“

“Turning Point has created some of the most adventurous breakfast flavor combos that I love but, I would never think to try at home in my own kitchen. This has become my family's go-to Sunday brunch place.It has food for just about everyone!

Vegetarian options: Pretty good, though the options are limited and are not as flavorful adventurous as the regular options.

Parking: An uncountable amount of parking spots, all over, but you do need to search for a while to find a spot.

Kid-friendliness: A whole kids menu with crayons provided for each child each with games, images to color in and, a delightful selection of easy breakfast foods that your little ones will love.

Wheelchair accessibility: A ramp up the side walk and no threshold to make wheelchair access easy!“

“Love this place. Love the staff! Delicious food and smoothies!“

“This place is so good! New in Pitt“

“Hood food and a great staff! Located in what is about to become a very impressive town village

Kid-friendliness: More than welcome

Wheelchair accessibility: They have an ADA Compliant sidewalk and entrance“

“I’ve been here a few times and it has never disappointed. Not only are the pastries delicious, the atmosphere is incredible and that is all due to the staff! Very good service and everytime i’ve been the place has been nice and tidy. Clean and pretty environment and comfy. I definitely recommend coming here!!!“

“I had an amazing experience at Paris Baguette, thanks to Monica!

She took care of every detail for my special birthday cake order, making sure it was exactly how I wanted. Her attention to detail and friendly service made the process smooth and enjoyable. The cake was not only beautiful but delicious—just perfect!

If you need a custom cake, I highly recommend Paris Baguette, and be sure to ask for Monica!“

“Muy buen servicio, la comida con el mejor sabor en New Jersey.“

“Clean environment, prompt service. I’m not from Hong Kong or Guangdong but I do like the food here. The casserole is really good.

Parking: There seems to be only two (non-accessible) parking spots in front of the restaurant.“

“We had a wonderful experience at Paris Baguette! We bought to go boxes of coffee for the staff at a local school. Eli and Sarah were so helpful preparing my order. Eli even helped me bring the coffee to my car. My kids and I went back later that day to grab some treats and everything was delicious. They even gave my kids a free hot chocolate! I was blown away by the kindness of the staff and the place was so clean and nice! Highly recommend!“

“Went around 7pm and they actually had sold out of munchkins but wasn’t the end of the world and the cashier said that she still had a few donuts left. She was very nice and she was very patient with us. Definitely recommend instead of the other Dunkin down the road.“

“Effes is one of the best hidden gems of New Brunswick. The coffee has me wondering where they source their beans from because it is so rich and flavorful. Have to give a shoutout to the barista Jules. The coffee she makes is consistently great and has never disappointed. Her service is outstanding and her energy perks everyone up. She is the reason Effes is my favorite New Brunswick Cafe.“

“Go-to dunkin when I'm at my boyfriends. Not the closest one to his house, but DEFINITELY the better one. There are two closer ones, but we would rather drive a little farther to go to the one that gets your order right and where the food/drinks are good then go to the other ones.“

“Great place! Coffee is amazing and their matcha drinks are the best. If you’re ever craving something cold and fresh that’s the place to go’“

“I just wanted to take a moment to express my appreciation for the fantastic staff at my local Dunkin'! They always greet me with a smile and make my day a little brighter. Their friendly and efficient service is impressive, even on the busiest of mornings. They work together like a well-oiled machine, getting orders ready quickly and accurately. The team's positivity and enthusiasm are contagious, and it's clear they genuinely care about their customers. Special shoutout to all the team members for going above and beyond to make my experience exceptional. Keep up the fantastic work, team! You're the cream in my coffee"“

“Your not so regular Vietnamese Restaurant. Foods are delicious and restaurant is spacious“