Absolute Zero Ice Cream

Favorite place in the area to get gelato. The quality is notable and the staff are helpful…read more Favorite place to stop by after dinner if I'm in Montclair.

Really creamy gelato. Tried the espresso stracciatella and definitely would want to explore other…read moreflavors.

Espresso stracciatella - small in cup

Small Gelato Cup (~$5): half strawberry & half pistachio

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Bijoux French Pastry

4.6(91 reviews)

Delicious Very clean facility…read moreLovely staff Highly recommended bakery to visit in your in the area

Wanted to get some coffee and sweets with two other people and came across this pastry shop…read more There were a few seating which was available by what looked like a "hallway"(?) but we didnt really mind as there was no heavy foot traffic. their chocolate (opera) cake was really good and their lemon Madeleine too! brought more for home along with their canneles. The raspberry pistachio croissant was pretty but im just not a raspberry fan in general and found the filling to be quite tarty. for drinks, I got their Mocha latte and enjoyed that as well. If I ever stop by again im definitely getting those madeleines one more time!

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Yuzu Macaron

Sweet Kitchen

4.1(334 reviews)

During my visit, I experience good customer service; employees are kind and helpful with navigating…read morethe menu. The Lentil Soup is a calm soup, not too salty, not too spicy, carrying natural lentil bean flavors, earthy and warm. The Naan is soft, savory, and like a tender fluffy pita bread with light seasoning. Aside from the meal, I think double checking utensils is so important in kitchen environments (where utensils are put to re-use). Thanks for being patient and understanding with my request to change spoons (the first time, in the photo, due to a food like stain, and the second time due to a dry dishwasher soap/milk like stain). Also, I think, if possible, replacing the fogging/smog-stainful-looking plastic like cups (for free water) with paper-like cups or by way of glass cups and metal-like pitchers may contribute to the eatery's ambience well. Down-to-earth vibes. The eatery has indoor and outdoor seating. The establishment accepts different forms of payment.

Stopped at Sweet Kitchen one evening after having dinner across the street. They have indoor…read moreseating, as well as some outdoor seating. There was a lack of friendly service. I saw the good reviews so I was disappointed when I received my desserts. Most of the cake slices were around $7, but when I asked for a cheesecake or pistachio one, one slice was $13 which I found to be expensive so I did not get that one. My friends and I decided on 3 cakes: strawberry, Oreo, and chocolate. I don't think I will ever be returning - the cakes tasted old. The best way to describe it was a like it came from a chain supermarket - lacking flavor and not up to fresh quality. The only one that was edible was the chocolate slice. We felt so bad to have to throw away the other two cakes, but they were not good at all. It was a waste of money to pay so much for a slice and not eat it.

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Sunny Avocado Croissant

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Qahwah House

4.6(36 reviews)

Street parking only, and it was packed with people when we came, but the space inside is huge with…read morereally good lighting and plenty of seating. Came here to try out the coffee and was pleasantly surprised to find out the coffee is Yemeni style. The coffee was incredibly fragrant, rich, and thick...definitely different than espresso, but in the best way possible. Overall, it was a really great experience. Even the desserts were a hit and paired perfectly with the drinks. Despite how busy it was, the atmosphere was still nice to sit and hang out in.

Came here with a friend for some chai and a nice convo. The…read morestaff is incredibly friendly and, once they knew it was my first time trying display, they explained to me what goes into making their chai and how it is truly authentic. They have a pretty big space in a warming environment, which makes you want to stay to chitchat, work from there, or just sit with yourself and enjoy your beverage. I didn't get to try any of their pastries, but I definitely will give them a try next time I come!

Warm chai

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Chip City

4.3(61 reviews)

I shouldn't have so much sugar, but I can't deny Chip City and their baked fresh to order,…read moreooey-gooey soft cookie goodness. Plus, my husband is a fan of their dairy-free chocolate chip cookies, so the Montclair location is a late-night haunt. My dude sticks to his usual order, but I like to try out the limited recipes when they drop. My favorite so far has been Strawberry Shortcake Chip Crookie. Heads up, the crookies are really like muffins. Anytime I've gone inside the shop to pick-up, the people behind the counter are always friendly and have a good vibe. Love this sweets shop in Montclair!

Cookies this expensive should be a sin... Eating them should be a bigger sin... a sin that I'm…read morewilling to commit over and over again. Chip City is a franchise that specializes in baking cookies with a soft, gooey center. The Montclair location is on a busy main street. Street parking is difficult to find during peak hours. It's conveniently open until 1AM on weeknights and 3AM on weekends! When I walked in, I couldn't get over how cute and bright the store was. It's small with very limited seating. To whoever is in charge of the marketing, design, and logos... kudos to you! A very sweet and friendly employee answered all of my questions and helped me out. Since I came much later in the evening, I was worried there wouldn't be that many cookies available, but I was wrong. There were plenty AND they were still fresh too! They offer classic flavors as well as seasonal and specialty ones. Flavors are rotated weekly and you can check the website for the line-up. Dairy free options are available. There's a ton of creative flavors, so don't miss out! In addition to regular cookies, they also sell crookies (croissant/cookie hybrid), cretzels (croissant/pretzel/cookie hybrid), ice cream, and merchandise! Each cookie is around $5+, but trust me... they are dense, large, and can be shared with other people. Did I want to buy 4? Yes... but I have self control (sometimes) LOL, so I stuck with buying a classic Cookies N' Cream. It has a buttery sugar cookie base loaded with crushed chocolate cookie sandwiches and creamy white chocolate - basically tastes like an Oreo milkshake! What I love about these cookies is that they don't just taste like a giant blob of sugar. You can actually appreciate and distinguish between the different flavors and ingredients. If you prefer crispy/crunchy cookies, you probably won't be a fan. If you enjoy cookies with a slightly crunchy exterior, but a soft, warm, ooey, gooey (almost raw-like) interior, Chip City is for you! Every bite is sweet & decadent, but not overwhelming. Don't forget to sign up for their rewards program to get discounts and freebies! GET GOOEY!!!

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Guerriero Gelato & Cake

4.1(38 reviews)

0.3 mi

Chocolate Chocolate Chip…read more If you are a chocolate lover, get this. Most times it's difficult for me to pick a flavor because I want it all, but thanks to the gentleman that helped me select this flavor that evening... 'twas the perfect decadent treat after a very long day. I love the location. It's cute and quaint but can use some sweeping and table wiping though. The chocolate chocolate chip was creamy and rich!

Ordered: Junior Scoop (~$5): Banana Oreo…read more Aya's take: We stopped by for a quick dessert after dinner and upon entering, I was surprised with how spacious this place is. Plenty of seating and great for hot summer days! I was pretty full and was happy they have a Junior Scoop option. I immediately gravitated to the Banana Oreo flavor which had real banana flavor (not the artificial Laffy Taffy type) along with the Oreos which meshed some rich, smooth, and slightly buttery flavors. I can tell it wasn't as fresh but overall, it was decent especially for the price. Good try; I would try their gelatos next time!

Junior Size Italian Ices

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Cafe Giotto

4.3(235 reviews)

I've been here twice and this is my favorite Italian restaurant…read more For dinner the ambiance is cozy and intimate, the service is friendly and they don't rush your service. Talking about the food, the eggplant appetizer is delicious. The flavor of the tomato sauce is excellent! Both the vegetarian and meat lasagnas are great. I appreciated they gave us an ice bucket when asked for our BYOB wine. The standout here is the vanilla gelato and tiramisu. Make room for it! Con- I did try the vodka pasta once, I think it lacked enough sauce and needed some more flavor notes from garlic salt and chili flakes. Also the pasta shape was deflated and a little earlier than al dente. I'm not sure how the other dishes are, and I'm apprehensive of the pasta after mid rigatoni vodka but I'll be back again and again for lasagna and dessert!

***3 1/2 stars***…read more Yesterday I decided on a total whim to just grab lunch here before seeing Disclosure Day across the street. I've walked by a gazillion times, usually in the mid-afternoon or evening when the place is really jumping (at least based on the outdoor seating situation). This time around, I came for an early lunch around 11:30am when there were only a few other people sitting down and I had my pick of indoor or outdoor seating. I didn't get much of a look at the interior during my brief trip inside, but it seemed pleasant enough. Morally I didn't have much of a choice though but to sit outside at their communal picnic tables, given that it was sunny and 72. You do the math. As most of my solo eating adventures go, the service was excellent. It definitely helped that it wasn't busy, but both waitresses on the premises were super attentive and I ordered my meal literally within 30 seconds of sitting down. I wasn't on a hardcore schedule (my movie wasn't for an hour and 15 minutes) but I was in and out in probably 20-25 minutes, which is just wild for a legit sit-down meal. Top marks all around. I liked that they kept a bottle of tap at my table too; just efficient there. As soon as I saw gnocchi on the menu, my decision was made. I went with the gnocchi al pomodoro off the lunch entree menu, which was honestly just okay. This is usually a dish I really enjoy, and while it was clearly fresh (the chunks of mozzy are a nice touch) it was pretty bland and tasteless. It's extremely rare for me to look around for seasoning, but I did here (and didn't see any within range, so let it go). Honestly very surprising. The gnocchi itself was fine, but the pieces were so small it was actually difficult to eat/get them onto the fork tines. I had to scoop most of them up, and it was a slow process. Not the biggest deal in the world (the gnocchi was tasty in and of itself) but just a slight annoyance. The price point was fine; with tip, I paid a little over $20, which is on par for Montclair. Maybe it was just an off day/lunch, but I think the play is to come back for dinner with a bottle of wine and get a different dish. This place is very popular (during my brief meal, several people walked by openly declaring they were going to stop by later to eat) so perhaps a few grains of salt here, which would have been nice to add to my dish.

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Gnocchi Al Pomodoro.

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Fried Chicken Caesar Salad and a Lemon Soda

Tous Les Jours

3.8(31 reviews)

This is another chain French-Asian bakery/cafe but why I think this spot is worth a try is their…read moreincredibly clean, open, bright, and spacious seating area. It is the perfect spot to do some work while enjoying a hot beverage and a bakery snack. It's grab and go style for the bakery options. I tried the pain au chocolat and the spinach feta croissant. Both were good, not amazing. I tried the lavender oat latte which was nice.

This TLJ store was so clean and well maintained, I thought it was a newly opened location, but it…read morehas been there over a year. This a huge store with a large space for guests to sit, chill and dine. All their popular bakery and dessert items kept in multiple different cabinets. Of course they also had their popular cakes and slices by the register. The menu also had the hot, cold and seasonal drinks. We bought bunch of stuff here including croissants, egg custards, slice of cake and bread. Each of the items cost anywhere between $2-$5. The full size cakes are $30+. The staff member was really friendly. Packed all our stuff quickly. Checkout was quick.

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BOOMCHIA

4.9(109 reviews)

0.0 mi

I remember the first time I had boomchia during a yelp event when that got 1st place for top 100 on…read moreyelp for nj. I have been a consistent customer since. Never fails to be amazing and its a good thing its not that close to me or I would be in financial ruins even tho its not that expensive. Every base is amazing just based on preference of taste, but i like to get a mix of all of them and and take little bites so it taste different each bite.

Ordered: Medium Superfood Bowl (~$14 regular price): açaí,…read moredragonfruit, blue coconut, matcha, BOOMCHIA pudding, ancient grains granola, strawberries, blueberries, banana, sliced almonds, cacao nibs, date honey, and dark chocolate almond butter Aya's take: The açaí spot of your dreams! Where else can you get a bowl with unlimited bases and toppings for the same price!? In this economy! This bowl is perfect on a hot day or if you're craving a dessert without the guilt. I love the bases they offer and the fact that you can mix and match them. The dragonfruit and blue coconut were my favorites but somehow along with the matcha and açaí, every bite kept getting better and better. I'm a big fan of their BOOMCHIA pudding and highly recommend getting that as well. All the fruits and toppings were super fresh and high quality. They have a pretty comprehensive selection and you can customize to your liking. There's also some seating so you can enjoy your bowl right away. Check them out; you will be glad you did!

Inside seating

Medium Superfood Bowl (~$14)

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Build your own SUPERFOOD BOWLS Matcha Blue Coconut Pitaya Mango Pumpkin flax seed granola Boomchia Pudding

Nuts and Delights

4.8(14 reviews)

Stopped in here for a quick bite and iced tea. The Turkish Tea was so good, the guy working is so…read morenice and passionate. The Turkey panini was spot on too. I will bring random side pieces here in the future for sure so they think I'm a cafe type of guy. So they can see I have a sensitive side too...

I was upcharged $1.00, on a $5.50 average quality latte for subbing skim milk. The $0.20 "service…read morefee" on top of that (and no this was not a credit card fee, I was charged an ADDITIONAL $0.20 for that as well) really took it to a whole other level of obnoxiousness. I order "skinny" lattes all over the place and never have I been charged more. This is opportunistic price gouging and I will not return.

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Official N.

9 years ago

I recently went to Absolute Zero for the second time. The first time I went I can't remember what I got. When I went more recently I got the ube ice cream with condensed milk, whipped cream, mochi, and matcha pocky. It wasn't necessarily the best ice cream I have ever had, but it is a really unique experience. They prepare the ice cream in front of you and the presentation is really good. The first time I watched them make the ice cream roles was definitely more exciting than the second time, but my mom has gone three times and is still very excited by the show. Before you go, you should know that the wait may be long. I waited ten minutes and it is the end of December so I can't imagine how long the wait would be during the summer. Also parking can be tough as it always is in this area of Montclair without a parking permit. BASICALLY, PROS: unlimited toppings, spoons change color when cold, super instagrammable, punch cards available, very nice employees, relatively exciting/interactive experience. CONS: parking can be tough, potentially long wait, limited seating, texture of ice cream not as good as regular ice cream. read more

Chris D.

8 years ago

Petty good I've cream, even if it's a little gimmicky. It was pretty crowded when we went, so we waited for about 10 minutes. Once your name is called, the (insert name for someone who makes ice cream in front of you here) asks what kind of extras you want and proceeds to pour the ingredients on cold surface and makes what can only be described as an ice cream crepe. Then they scrape it off into rolls and put it into a cup for you. It's a fun dessert, and out of the ordinary. read more

Jesse R.

3 years ago

Off to an adventure filled ice cream shop again. If you've never experienced rolled ice cream, this is the spot. On this visit i tried the #12 which is failed ice cream mixed with brownie and added toppings of chocolate syrup condensed milk and raspberries. Such an explosion of flavor and a delicious treat. Not all rolled ice cream spots are good. This place here is amazing. That's why i keep coming back. read more

Laura S.

9 years ago

This place is my favorite. It's my first time being here and they put on a show and they all look very happy to be working here. I really enjoy this place and love the ice cream. I got the me want Oreo and it was amazing. I'm def Coming back. read more

Adb S.

9 years ago

Very tasty ice cream however the wait drives me crazy. I wish they would text you when your order is ready so that I could go down the street to shop and then come back. Overall good friendly staff and yummy ice cream! read more

Capitano M.

4 years ago

Lots of ice stones to roll ice cream on, very quick and efficient. Ice cream is of course delicious. Their work ethic is really good and fast. Definitely try it out if your in the area. read more

Alina M.

9 years ago

To my fellow ice cream lovers: a must try place! Very well worth the wait. The ice cream itself is sooo delicious:)

Nelson A.

5 years ago

7.50$ a cup friendly service, quick service You get 5 ice cream rolls , with your choice of toppings. read more

Monica R.

4 years ago

it's really good!! i love it there!! the taste, the flavor, the customer service is great!!

D L.

270

9 years ago

ice cream is pretty good but not good enough for the wait and prices. more of a novelty

Naaz I.

200

8 years ago

Delicious!! And their spoon are sooo cool! Definitely coming back (for the spoon lol)

Jamila K.

4 years ago

Love the ice cream. The staff is always kind and accommodating.

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