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.

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.

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 $

I keep coming back here for the great drinks and amazing service. This time around I got a hojicha…read morelatte with maple syrup and it was so good, it kind of reminded me of an horchata, so if you're into that this drink is a must try! They also have outdoor sitting up and running again perfect to welcome spring and those warmer days!

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!)

We randomly decided to stop by to try some coffee and we were pleasantly pleased. The caramel latte…read morewas delicious. However, the tiramisu latte was definitely the big hit. The place is very cute inside with a lot of seating. The aesthetic is definitely one reason to stop by but the Coffee is probably the ultimate reason why you should stop by. Service was great.

It's not what you see in pictures. Fake pictures !!…read more I drove 15min to get an affogato and they don't have ice cream, and not affogato on the menu.

New to the area and still trying to find a go-to coffee shop, we decided to try Koko Loko. Will I…read morebe returning? Probably not. The staff member / barista seemed as if they hated their job. It was around 10am on a Sunday and understandably there were a few people already in the shop, but the staff member felt a bit cold and overall, quite miserable. The coffee was pretty gross as well, which could be a byproduct of the barista hating that they were working that day. I am a sucker for a fun drink and wanted to try the cookie and cream latte, not knowing it was just a cup of milk with the smallest splash of coffee and mixed with crushed up cookies. I felt as if I was drinking a child's recipe, with each attempted sip clogging my straw due to the cookie pieces. If you don't like coffee this is great, because it tasted exactly like what was advertised - milk and cookies. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing, but my partner ordered something completely different and it didn't taste great either. The taste of burnt coffee was prominent, making it hard to consume as well. The one positive is the environment seems like a great place to work remotely / study, as that is what many patrons were doing. The open-ness and bright atmosphere is great, but the beverages and customer service not so much.

I came here for the first time to catch up with. Friend and enjoy some tea! This shop has…read morefairy-like aesthetics and has a cozy and calm atmosphere. Ambiance - plenty of natural sunlight - limited seating and slightly cluttered back of the shop, seems like they are still slowly moving in Service - friendly staff, they patiently answered my questions about the tea Drink: Camellia oolong tea- brown sugar boba no ice and light sugar: delicate floral notes and rich tea flavor, boba was perfectly qq and sweet! I love the calm atmosphere at the shop so I'll definitely be back!

We tried coming here a couple times but unfortunately they were closed. Once because we didn't…read morerealize that they were only open until 7:00pm everyday and the other they had a leak or some issue with the plumbing. We finally made it inside after the third try. Very cute store with limited seating. Drinks took a little while to come out but we were also waiting on our bouquet to get done being made so that was not an issue. No issues with service. Drinks are ok, I definitely want to come back and try other items. They have some very beautiful flowers and I ended up getting at $35 bouquet.

I loved this place. I went with a couple of friends in the evening around 8 p.m., and it had a nice…read moreand cozy feel. The inside is very beautiful, and it was packed when we got there. I remember they had a small room off to the right and there was really no one in that room, and then I realized it was an acai bar where you can get an acai bowl. In warmer weather, they have an acai bar, which is such a cool option to have inside a cafe. It is closed during cold months. My friends got desserts and coffee, and I got an acai bowl and some plain tea with almond milk. The acai bowl was not huge, but it was definitely very good and very filling. I loved the granola. I got acai, granola, fruit, and nut butter, and I really liked it a lot. I was full and happy because being vegan and gluten-free, there are not a lot of options for me later in the evening. While we were sitting and eating, we noticed there was a small prayer room in the back. We were curious, so we went in and took a look, and I thought it was really nice that they have that space as part of the cafe. It looked like there was a holy book, I believe the Quran, and there was a small, quiet area where someone can sit and pray. I thought that was such a unique and lovely touch to honor someone's religious convictions. Overall, I loved this place, and I plan to go back the next time I'm in New Brunswick.

I was looking for a coffee place open late that I could chill at before a State Theater show. And a…read moreYemeni coffee place sounded unique and worth trying out. The place was packed with college kids and friends there to socialize. We got the salted caramel latte which was very sweet. I would have gotten a less sweet drink based on the decadent desserts we had - the brownie cheesecake was just overflowing with caramel on top and the tiramisu had an interesting look with the cocoa powder surrounding the outside hiding all the delicious layers inside. Both desserts were $9-10 and were on the higher end price wise, but they were both delicious. There are a lot of options in drinks and baked items, but the tables may be sparse if you're looking to stay in. The later evening hours are big plus if you're looking for somewhere to meet friends in a casual, relaxed environment.

This coffee was delicious. Omgosh. I watched the employee make my iced latte FRESH from the…read moreespresso machine. & what a sweet young lady she was too! She engaged in conversation with me, as I am not from Jersey and helped me with the menu clarity. There is no parking lot here, but alot of street parking. Inside is very clean with a gender neutral bathroom and some cute decor. The prices are decent. Dessert pieces are a little pricey, but very big. They do have soo many sweet treats. They also have specialty turkish sweets and others such as cheesecake, dubai chocolate, parfaits & other things that I do not even know the name of. I wish i could try them all without getting cavities haha. When I come back to Jersey I will definitely be coming back to this cafe as it is a hot commodity to me!

Best coffee I've had in NJ!!! It was my first time trying…read morethis place despite attending Rutgers a couple years back! I wish I had tried this muchhhh sooner-- 1st time; Tried the Iced Caramel Voltage. It was sooo good, perfectly sweet and the quality of the coffee was well roasted. 2nd time; Tried the Iced Crème Brûlée Latte. Also very delicious, they mix vanilla powder into the milk and it's so flavorful! My friend tried the hot Biscoff Latte and also absolutely loved it-- Sooo many options on the menu and sweet treats to choose from (it can get overwhelming!) My only note is that they only had one person running the shop both times I visited and there was quite some traffic for one person to handle. The other time visiting, they were mostly out of select coffees, decaf, etc by Noon and limited w milk stock.

I had saved this place a while ago and wanted to try it…read more There were many options their London fog cream looked great but it was out of stock. I tried their ube milk and it was delicious. Would love to try other drinks if I am traveling to that area. Service was quick. They even deliver to your car if you mention it while ordering the drink.

I am SO HAPPY!!! It's been years since I could enjoy a strawberry, green apple, peach black tea…read morebubble tea, a favorite of mine! Usually stores wont let you combine more than 2 flavors because they cant guarantee the flavor profile but I can vouch for this one!!! This place had awesome staff that was kind enough to take my order over the phone and make it specially! I cant believe this place also offers such affordable bbt! My mom's almond milk tea and my bbt came out to just $12 and in this economy??? That's just incredible