There are so few small business cafes in the area, I was relieved to find Habibi Motor Cafe…read more I stopped by here to kill some time in between appointments and thought it would be the perfect spot. With the rising population of Arab folks in the area, I loved seeing the way the culture was sprinkled in the cafe. The racing theme was cute and the drink was so good. I can't quite remember what it was called but it was coconut water and matcha. My main complaint was how small everything is, which the cafe itself cannot help. They were making the most of their space with seating and I was not able to get a seat. The cafe was filled with college students despite it being early August! I will definitely be stopping by whenever I can.

Ordered: Iced Crème Brûlée Latte (~$8): house made crème…read morebrûlée sauce, sweet cream top, and brûlée crust Cortado (~$5) Aya's take: Habibi Motor Cafe combines my two interests of cars & coffee! Being Middle Eastern myself, I liked the unique concept and knew I had to stop by when we were in the area. We arrived around 5pm and it was extremely loud & busy. The atmosphere and seating gives relaxing environment, but in reality, there were people with laptops (on a Saturday), kids running around, and generally the acoustics inside aren't great. Nonetheless, we placed an order and grabbed a table. I got the Iced Crème Brûlée Latte which was very well executed. It's rich, bold, and had notes of vanilla and burnt caramel. They definitely nailed the crème brûlée flavor. Even the Cortado was nicely presented and soothing. I liked that the flavor profile in the espresso was not overpowered by the milk or extraction process. I was also bummed that they didn't have their cool cups that say "Habibi" on them! Their branding is one of the things that caught my eye about them and it sucks to see them switching to nonbranded cups (assuming for cost reasons). Overall, it was worth a try!

Located right off route 18, in the same complex as arrogant (closed). Plenty of seating inside,…read more whether you prefer sitting at a table or bar seating at the window. Ordered a beef burger with Chipotle sauce along with banana matcha, strawberry matcha, and a pb&j protein shake. The burger patty flavor was very good, seasoned with halal flavors but the patty itself is thin and patty to bun ratio could use a bit if improvement. The bun was larger than the patty. Loved the fries! The strawberry matcha had a slight sweetness from the strawberries which helped but it lacked the matcha flavor. The banana matcha lacked matcha flavor as well. But the pj&j protein shake was excellent. You had the option of whey proteinb or vegan protein. We went with whey protein. I would definitely return to try another shake. Plenty of parking and easy to get to. Service was fast and staff were very friendly.

Samosa, lamb burgers, $1 coffees, good wifi and tables and high tops for working & studying…read more I needed a regular place to work while waiting for my mom to finish up dialysis and everything was either too far or would break the bank if I went 3 time a week. Overall, the ambience is more deli than coffee shop but it's got good food and everything I need for a 3 hour working session.

The shop was empty when my friend and I came, I have no idea why! The decor is so cute and clean…read more The prices are amazing compared to the quality, 7ish bucks for a large Biscoff frappe?! Yes please! Definitely coming back soon!

Quiet little coffee shop on the Main Street. Same owners as Jamesbrew so we knew it was going to be…read morea hit. I decided to switch up my usual iced latte over to warm and it was perfect - just the perfect blend of sweetness and bitterness - the way I like it. Inside is clean, strong wifi, kind staff... what more can you ask for? I'm so happy that they opened this location as it's the ideal location for me to grab a coffee when I need my fix!

I LOVE IT HERE !!! literally here multiple times a week. the staff are amazing, the cafe is clean,…read morethe coffee is delish, the vibes are UP. my favorite cafe right now 100%. me and my bestie come here to grind our school work every week. infinity out of 10!!!!

Lots of seating available with outlets and large tables, good amount of people sitting inside on…read moretheir laptops. Parking available around the neighborhood. Food tasted fresh, got the tuna melt and the turkey sandwich. Turkey sandwich comes cold with cold cuts, lettuce, a sauce, red onion, and pepper jack cheese. Spicy tuna melt wasnt spicy, but it did have good flavor to it. Service was really great, fast and friendly!

Really good coffee, nice staff, and chill vibes. I got a lavender and honey latte and a bagel…read moresandwich. Both tasted great. I even went back for a second latte. Inside there was plenty of seating and space.

Couldn't decide what to do for breakfast while I was in town, so I did what we all do opened Uber…read moreEats and hoped for the best. That's when I stumbled across Hidden Grounds Coffee House... and let's just say, this place is not so "hidden" once you find it. I ordered the smoked salmon and cream cheese toast, and every single component was fresh, high quality, and dialed in. I added avocado (highly recommend), and it just took everything to the next level. Simple, clean, and absolutely delicious. Then came the honeybee latte, hot and wow. Whatever they're doing behind the scenes with this coffee, it works. Perfectly balanced, smooth, and honestly one of those drinks you think about later in the day. This is a non-negotiable order. And because discipline is overrated on a work trip, I added an almond croissant. I should've gotten two. It's filled with something magical, I'm not even going to pretend I know what it is, but it's rich, flaky, and completely worth it. If you're anywhere near Hidden Grounds, do yourself a favor and check it out. This place knows exactly what it's doing.

Cute cafe with delicious coffee and attentive employees. I ordered the cortado and a cardamom bun…read more It was perfectly paired. The barista suggested hot chocolate for my daughter when we asked about a no caffeine option. I appreciate the suggestion because my daughter loves when she can feel grow up with her own drink. They're open early on Sundays and make beautiful designs with the froth if you choose to dine in. Such a lovely cafe!

We were on a little food hopping tour with the cousins down at Rutgers yesterday and stopped off at…read morethis coffee shop to end the night. A couple of people bought the Kashmiri chai while a couple of us bought the saffron herbal tea with honey. We hung out in the shop for a while and played a game. The service was great. The ambiance was chill. The place had a good amount of foot traffic around the time we were in there.

LOVED! Great coffee spot. Workers were kind and coffee was great. Ordered the Italian cookie coffee…read moreand it was delicious. Came with a cookie topper ! Also had the bun cult inside for pastries, didn't grab anything tho. Can't wait to come back!!

Wow just wow! Best coffee!…read more I ordered the pistachio rainbow iced coffee, and it was hands-down. The best coffee I've ever had from the pistachio bite that is on top to the coffee it was hands-down THE Best! My daughter ordered the rainbow cookie iced coffee. I did try hers as welland it was just as good. I will definitely be back. If you are in the area and you are a coffee lover or just want to try something new, you will not be disappointed. Also, the customer service was great we were greeted as soon as we walked in since this was my first time here I didn't know which coffee to pick, and the barista explained to me thoroughly help me find the right coffee to order

Our first coffee shop in the area. It's located in a quiet spot and there is plenty of parking…read more There is both indoor and outdoor seating but inside is quiet and slight dim. The shop is split between a coffee area and a bakery but we were there early in the morning and no food was available at that time. The coffee was great! I ordered my usual latte and watched as the barista staff crafted the drink with care. The beans were carefully weighed and distributed. The milk was expertly textured and to a perfect temperature. The barista was able to produce some nice latte art in the porcelain 10oz mugs they use. The drink was flavorful and smooth with nice chocolatey notes coming thru. Overall, a great place to get your coffee on!

environment 10/10: this coffee shop is on the smaller side and has limited seating (not suitable…read morefor big parties) but i loved the open kitchen concept and overall has a millennial vibe to it parking 8/10: there is a parking lot next to it but it is for highland park residents/has street parking so just be cautious! menu 8/10: a simple but unique menu, there were a bunch of unique items and there was a small variety of bakery items but they were limited as well (probably because i went a little latter in the day). in addition, their coffee was good but not anything too special. price $

Stopped by for a quick coffee:the Newport iced latte. Really tasty! After I ordered I saw they had…read morea seasonal menu so I wish I could've ordered off there. I will definitely visit again next Time I'm in the area. Very nice ambiance inside and very clean

Good vibe especially in AM... I like the Kona coffee it tastes just right.. nice friendly staff.. I…read morelike it more now after they have remodel.. the place now is more open and bright.. I usually go twice a week just based on my schedule.. highly recommended

The coffee was good but the service could improve. I found it slightly off putting having to wait…read morefor the two cashiers to finish taking multiple selfies until they found one they liked before I could place my order for coffee. I have no issue with them taking pictures but personally would have appreciated if I could get my order through first. I did like how spacious this place was making it easy to find a spot to work in without feeling crowded. While I didnt try the sandwiches, they looked really good and Id be interested in seeing if they taste as good as they look (hoping they do!)

Easy to order online and the service was great. Plenty of seating options but I was in and out for…read morea grab and go lunch. I had the tiramisu latte and it was delicious. Also had the bulgogi sandwich and it's definitely going to get in my rotation.