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    Leira S.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]ashamed i haven't made my way to this cute little cafe so perfectly nudged in ODU.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] upon arrival , parking is fairly easy once you know where the location is. [[HIGHLIGHT]]the calmness of the environment welcomed many students and possibly remote workers as there was plenty of space to utilize for a mini work station.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] i ordered: Gingerbread Matcha - i appreciated knowing the staff let me ask what kind of matcha was being used and how it was being prepared. maybe that's a little crazy of me, but i've had an appreciation before the hype and mixing it directly with milk wasn't going to cut it for me. would absolutely be back and order another seasonal matcha!!

    Ube latte with espresso.
    Amanda K.

    Good coffee! I like how they have a unique menu, I love getting fun coffee flavors. I did an ube latte, added espresso. The espresso overtook the ube so I really couldn't taste it. Next time I would make the drink sweet/add extra ube! Quick and friendly service, clean, nice relaxing atmosphere.

    Hot latte and iced latte

    Been going to this place throughout my college career. Yummy food and great lattes and lemonades! The people there are really nice and will help you decide your drink. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very cozy cafe to study or just hang out![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I will say since this is a coffee house and the coffee is fresh, its really strong. If you don't like the strong coffee taste decaf is the way.

    J David H.

    The all new Borjo's reopened two weeks ago under new management. They even put the original sign back up. They remain locally owned. The place has the exact feel of before with similar coffee, sandwich and desert offerings. Nice counter service today for an express on the go which was tasty.

    Front area
    Jessica L.

    I used to come here when I was a student at ODU back from 2008-2011. It has since closed down and reopened with new ownership. It's a new vibe, and not totally the same as the old Borjo, but still a place I would love to come sit & chill at regularly. My girlfriend and I went to ODU for some homecoming festivities, so we started our day off here. The service was great, but incredibly slow. We ordered a latte & two breakfast sandwiches, and it took over 20 min, but all were delicious. Definitely come and visit it- you won't be disappointed.

    maple brown sugar latte
    Haley C.

    This cute little cafe is located right on ODU's campus and had the perfect ambiance. They play lo-fi instrumental music perfect for a study date or if you just need to relax. The service was speedy quick and the cashier was super attentive to any questions I had. I ended up opting for the maple brown sugar latte which is one of their drink specials right now. The latte was smooth, rich and just the perfect amount of sweetness. An overall balanced cup of joe that I would definitely repurchase. They offer a 10% student discount which was a plus for me :) Also offered are pastries and breakfast dishes which I will definitely have to come back to try. Their prices compared to your typical Starbucks are significantly lower which is another plus. Definitely will be back!

    Borjos: Coffee brewed for brains
    Cristina Cici B.

    I love a good signboard outside a business with a witty punch line or drawing to invite you in. Borjo's 'brain' board had me sold; time to "install java"... okay okay, nerdy jokes over, promise. The coffeehouse was thriving; great for business and a good sign this spot is popular with the locals, nice. The atmosphere was calm and collected; counters were kept clean and staff moved around consistently to stay on top of any unused coffee paraphernalia from leavers to ensure there were clean spots for newcomers. Good job guys! Borjos is welcoming to all. You had all the stereotypical customers and then some, all in perfect harmony under one roof; the stressed out students tapping furiously at their MacBooks, the regulars, the hipsters, the time killers, the coffee instagrammers, the 'let's have a quick meeting over coffee' business peeps, and then of course the newcomers. Enter Cici; yours truly. The menu is clearly displayed so that if you're a newcomer, you can see what you want before you get to the counter and freeze or get stage fright and order the wrong thing. To the left of the coffee bar is an alcohol bar where they can serve cocktails and well, alcohol. Duh. Then there's the fridge and "bake space" where you can stare into each items soul and wait for it to call your name so you know which one to choose... ahem... it had yummy baked goods on display. I had my heart set on one of the muffins - until I saw a fly sitting on the last croissant. Ew. It happens - it's not like it lived in there and paid rent, it obviously didn't belong there, but it put me off quite quickly. Nothing sweet for me today from here. Another day, for sure. I had a green tea latte (aka matcha latte) and ordered the husband a black coffee. I was served by a lovely young lady, very sweet and chipper; to be honest, all the staff behind the counter were smiling, had great attitudes and made effort with every customer. I had some pretty good banter with the guy, I salute you bro - stay smiling :) The restroom (there's individual ones for the lassies and for the lads, couldn't check the bro room for obvious reasons lol) is spotless; regularly checked by staff and stocked up so you don't, well, get caught with your pants down! All in all, I'd give this place 4 stars going on 5, but that's only because of the trapped fly in the 'bakespace' (so sorry to mark down for it) but I know I will come back in the future to edit my review after I try out a couple of events here and a cocktail or two.

    Chocolate and white chocolate milk shake.
    Cynthia R.

    Had about 45 minutes to kill before a movie so I stopped in for a quick pick me up. My date ordered a chocolate milk shake with white chocolate. I ordered a hot red-eye--coffee espresso concoction. The coffee was smooth and the espresso definitely mild. The shake was good and the whipped cream was a nice compliment but not over bearing. If you have never visited consider doing so if for no other reason than the art work. It's eclectic and inspiring. Diverse and simple. Poets on my left, laptops on my right. A good stop before the movie.

    Mocha Java Milkshake
    Leelynn B.

    I haven't been here in over a year, and the last time I was here was for a job interview that I didn't get (sad I know, but that's life). I didn't really get to try much of the menu back then and I haven't had the opportunity to come back since. First, I'm glad I came after 5pm this time because I was able to find parking right in front of the shop (luckily because it got full by the time I left) so there's the /little/ window of opportunity for you to find front row parking. Second, their Mocha Java milkshake is SO THICK and yet SO GOOD that you really shouldn't drink it on a full stomach. Don't do that or you'll feel full really fast. It's so good and I'll definitely have to try their other milkshakes and iced drinks on the menu. Third, the baristas are so sweet and helpful and fun to talk with. They know how to do their jobs, and are so professional and make you feel like you want to come back. I appreciate that and that's one of the main factors in me frequenting a business. So major kudos for that. The space is big enough that you can accommodate a group meeting like there was today, and yet still cozy enough that you don't feel like you're being drowned out in the din of noise. I like that they are open until 7pm, and not that far from my work, so the next time I want to get some work done in between commuting home, I'll definitely make my way down there for some work and drinks. Go check it out if you haven't already! And they are partners with Taste I believe? And I love Taste so that's another bonus.

    Strawberry- Banana smoothie
    Maria G.

    I was craving for smoothie today and yelp found me this place. I've had their coffees and pasties before and is was very good. So I wasn't a bit concern that they will fail me in this area. However, I didn't want the fake fruits and extra pounds of sugar. The kind gentlemen behind the counter explained what was in it and walked me through it. I got the strawberry-banana smoothie which was their popular one. You can mix fruits to your liking and add extras to it like kale or ice cream. But if you add ice cream then It would be a shake and not smoothie ??hmmm... Just mentioning what the kind gentlemen said. So anyways my smoothie had the real fruits (strawberries and banana), 100% Apple juice and that's it! The juice gave it enough sweetness you don't have to add sugars or syrups! Yes, this is what I was going for! very very good smoothie. I would never go to that "other" place again for smoothies.

    Iced black and white mocha
    Abegail A.

    *****4.5 stars***** Borjo served the best iced mocha I've had in a long time. Offered in regular, white, or black & white, opted for the black & white. It was a perfect mix of espresso, chocolate, and white chocolate. It was refreshing and just the pick me up that I needed to get me through the rest of the morning. I also had the breakfast burrito and added bacon to it. The burrito was quite good, but there was a little more black beans and red pepper than I was expecting. Although I added bacon, I couldn't taste that it was there until after several bites. I enjoyed that the tomato-basil tortilla was toasted. Customer service was warm and friendly, with the cashier answering all my menu questions without hesitation. My iced mocha was ready in minutes with my breakfast burrito following shortly after. There's a good amount of sitting inside, with a mix of high tops, regular tables, and communal tables. Plenty of metered parking, but could get difficult during peak hours as there are plenty of shops and restaurants nearby.

    The monarch way with a side thai salad. Delicious!
    Jordan B.

    Borjo is an awesome local coffeehouse located right at the heart of my alma mater, ODU. Admittedly, when I was a student here I only came here a couple of times. The first time I just came for a spoken word poetry night and didn't eat anything. The second time was a quick pop in and out but the coffee and pastry (cranberry muffin) I got was pretty good. At the end of this past summer I was at a two week job training hosted at ODU, and they gave us meal cards to use at select places on campus. Borjo was the best option compared to all chain fast food, so I consistently came here for lunch for two weeks straight. I must say that trying so much off of their menu got me hooked on this place. So far I haven't gotten a single thing from here that I haven't liked. I must recommend "The Monarch Way", the Thai chicken salad, and any of their fresh squeezed juices. The Texas wrap and chicken salad wrap were also delicious. The service here is always polite and with a smile. Furthermore, it's safe to say that Borjo is your best bet when it comes to dining options on ODU's campus.

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    4.7
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    As a coffee snob, I had to visit a couple coffee roasters when visiting family in Norfolk. Kobros…read moreCoffee shop had a cool interior, nice baristas, and the whole vibe was a comfy and chill cafe. Another customer in line even asked us if we've been before and told us about the fun latte flavors. My mom and I ordered a cold brew each, and it was my mom's favorite cold brew she's ever had! It was good, but it was interesting because near the end of our cups, we tried each others' drinks just for the sake of things, and they tasted different - mine tasted less coffee, whereas my mom's drink had a was stronger coffee flavor. Maybe they were from different batches? Nevertheless, cold brews were great and I would order again. Like other coffee roasters in the area, if you buy a bag of beans, you get a complimentary cold brew, coffee, latte (?)! I was tempted to purchase a bag but they are so popular and only had 1 type of bean left that I don't prefer - heh, I warned that I'm a coffee snob. Would definitely go again/ask family to purchase beans for us out of towners.

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    Iced Earl Grey Latte w/ Oat Milk
    Iced Earl Grey Latte w/ Oat Milk
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    My favorite latte, the nutella latte, is from here! Surprisingly, it's not too sweet and feels just…read moreso cozy. They have a great espresso and many good flavors, the dark chocolate being my favorite. This coffee shop can feel a little small but only during super peak busy hours. In general, it's the perfect size, being so comfortable that I find my girlfriend and I staying here for hours to either read, talk, do homework, play on our nintendo switches, etc. The staff here are also so nice to talk to, I find myself missing them whenever we leave. As for the food, I don't order food here too often so I haven't tried too much, but a super slept on pick is the pesto chicken sandwich. Holy amazing it's delicious. Price point for the coffee here is very reasonable with a plain latte being somewhere around $5, which is definitely better than many coffee chains.

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    This is where we sit every time
    This is where we sit every time
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