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    4.5 (114 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
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    Avocado Madness no chabatta bread. (Got a plain bagel in the side instead
    Michelle L.

    First and foremost, I found parking quickly, on Newark Ave allowing me to visit this amazing establishment! I was Greeted with a smile, by a kind gentleman, who took my order promptly. Good fresh and so delish! Latte was so tasty I got a second to go. It was quiet as I arrived about 11am. Place very clean and orderly. Every neighborhood should have such a fine cafe!

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    Sara G.

    We had the lavender and caramel lattes--both delicious. Our coffees came out quickly even though the shop was packed. We came on a Saturday afternoon and there happened to be live music in the front. Overall it was a was a lively, cozy experience. We'll be back! Update: We came back a week later and were just as happy. Apparently there is live music every Saturday afternoon. This time we ate lunch; we had carrot ginger soup with focaccia, Greek salad, and a veggie quesadilla. I actually ordered the chicken quesadilla without chicken, and the cashier offered to add beans to the cheese and fajita filling. Came served with chips and a chipotle sauce. Mmm

    Matcha Tea Latte and Turkey BLT Wrap
    Carina L.

    I tried their Matcha Tea Latte, Pesto Grilled cheese and Turkey BLT Wrap. My favorite was the pesto grilled cheese. The decor was super adorable and very instagrammable. We must've gone at a busier time since the wait was a bit steep however, the service was great. The matcha didn't have any wow factor but it was a great spot to grab a bite.

    Was supposed to be a hot Peppermint Mocha but was just an iced latte :(
    Ipsita D.

    Ordered via DoorDash and I am so mad that I wasted $46+ on this place! They have some nerve calling this "avocado toast" & charging $16.50 for it! Smallest piece of "toast" (wasn't even toasted btw) with the tiniest egg I've seen but even worse was that there was no actual avocado! After taking a couple bites with zero taste of avocado I moved the spring mix aside to see there was NO avocado or avocado mash at all on the bread (see pic). Instead it was just a mix of diced tomato & cucumber & onion mixed with a tiny bit of fake guac-like sauce that tasted like a cup of water had been mixed in (nope can't even call it guac). I don't mind spending money on good avocado toast but no one can call this avocado toast. Talk about ripping off your customers. Thank goodness I ordered the "original bagel" ($13.75!) as well or I would've been completely starving, but even with that they were so stingy that there was the thinnest layer of cream cheese possible. Also I ordered a hot Peppermint Mocha ($6.75) and instead they sent me an iced latte! If you're going to charge so much at least provide some quality food. I'm being generous even giving 2 stars. Don't waste your money here.

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    Emily P.

    For anyone looking for a lunch spot while on jury duty, this is it! Delicious sandwiches, wraps, soups, pastries, and coffee options. The music and ambiance is funky in a cool way and the owner is incredibly kind and hardworking for being the only one in front of house.

    Bacon and chicken omelet
    Jason C.

    Happened upon this place before heading to the airport and I'm so happy I did! Had a coffee and breakfast and, as you can see, it is very well made. Fresh ingredients and very fast service. The atmosphere is comfortable and well kept. I would highly recommend this place!

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    Jenn L.

    The cafe's ambience has lots of plants and gives off a vintage vibe - totally my style. I swung by with two of my friends on a weekend for brunch, unsure if it was expected to be a slower day, but there was only one employee working the front and one working the back. Therefore, service was a bit slow and they forgot one of our drink orders. I ordered an order of avocado maddness - which was pretty good. Transparently, I don't remember what my friends but they called out their meals are pretty decent as well. Unsure if it's worth the price but it was nice to check it out.

    Lavender Latte
    Jenn B.

    Convenient location-across from the courthouse. Coffees came highly recommended. So figured I would try their lavender latte. Wasnt a huge fan but would return to try another drink. Their special wrap was delicious but the wrap was tiny. Not enough chicken. More arugula than anything else. Removed one star for the price vs the amount of food you get. The ambiance is nice-such a cute cafe. Just expected more for the price. Pls make your wraps worth the price tag.

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    Sara S.

    Lots of love for cafe peanut! We moved into the neighborhood last year and they've been such a life saver whether it's needing a caffeine fix or a spot to work from while our internet is down. The crew here is also super friendly and always approachable. Their matcha latte is awesome and I'm a big fan of their lavender latte for a unique, special treat. It's great to walk by during the day and see how lively it is during the lunch rush. I've gotta stop by and try one of their sandwiches one day!

    Italian Sandwich with a cortado coffee.

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    Lovely cafe to chill with a strong cup of coffee and catch up with friends. Very conveniently located. Just across from the courthouse

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    Absolutely without a doubt the best coffee + breakfast sandwich in Journal Square. Very cute cafe vibes

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    I love their lattes and sandwiches. This is my go to place for lunch. Staff is super nice and service is always very quick.

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    Cangiano’s Marketplace

    4.7
    (155 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Listen... I walked in here like "lemme see what the hype is about " and walked out like *okaaaay…read moreCARGIANO'S, I see you* First of all -- this place has been holding it DOWN since 1919... like WHAT?! If you been rocking since 1919, mi amor, I **have** to come see what's going on. That alone made me wanna pull up And let me tell you... I walked from Jersey City Heights down to downtown -- not a bad walk at all, un chin de cardio before breakfast . Real "treat yourself, mi amor" type of morning. Soon as I walked in... BABYYYY I felt like I got teleported straight into a little Italian market Shelves full of Italian goodies -- pastas, oils, snacks... I was like *yo quiero todo esto* It was giving *ciao bella, benvenuti, mangia mangia* vibes all day. The staff? Súper nice. No attitude, no rush -- just good energy. I told them it was my first time and asked what they're known for, and they really put me on No gatekeeping over here. My husband got the #7 (on a roll) I got the #8 (on a bagel) We sat outside and did what married people do... switched sandwiches halfway Now listen... mine was good -- turkey, egg, pesto... she was cute, she had flavor, estaba bien ‍ BUT HIS?! Ese sándwich estaba otro nivel. I don't know if it was the roasted peppers or what but *Dios mío*... delicioso, chef's kiss Only thing? Next time I'm switching my bagel for a roll porque ese pan estaba hitting different. The roll? Soft, fresh, perfecto. Also... let me tell you about the BACK They got frozen pastas, little Napoli-style dishes, a whole meat section that looked crazy fresh, and you can order cold sandwiches too. Esto no es solo un deli -- it's a whole Italian experience, okurrr. And yes... it's a *little* pricey, no te voy a mentir. Pero honestly? You get what you pay for. Calidad, sabor, vibes -- todo está ahí. I skipped the coffee porque estoy tratando de behave con el budget but next time? And I'm coming back for that banana pudding porque I'm obsessed no shame. They got a little patio if you wanna sit, or you can take your food to the park and have a whole picnic moment. Real main character energy. Ponte linda, grab your sandwich, and just vibe out. Overall? 5 stars Good food, good vibes, buena gente. CARGIANO'S said "treat yourself" y yo dije... say less

    Outstanding Italian sandwiches, ordered online for pick up, quick and easy. Cute little shop with…read morelots of baked goods, however only seating available are some tables outside so we decided to eat these in our car since it was freezing out! We ordered a #22 and #25 - both were delicious. The grilled chicken and eggplant was very special, never had anything like it, slightly sweet with the peppers. Turkey on the other one was cut thinly and very fresh. Bread was outstanding, we'll be back next time we're in the area.

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    Sub Culture

    4.0
    (136 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Not too often where you can eat dinner while playing video games in public. This is definitely a…read moreshame-free environment for sure. I was re-living my 90s video game memories by playing classics on the Super Nintendo emulator. Lot of classics, but super shout out to Donkey Kong Country 2, that I easily remembered after years. Anyhow, in between playing video games I went for an Eggplant Parm hero. There were some other interesting veggie choices - pasta, veggie burger, etc. - but I thought this one fit the bill. I was quite busy playing the video games that the food was secondary. However, I didn't hate a single bite of it. That's a good sign. Love reminiscing over childhood nostalgia playing video games!

    This was a great experience for catering!…read more They have so many catering options on their website, and when I called they were also extremely helpful in answering questions and walking me through everything. I ordered a few 3 ft subs which were perfect for our large group. 3 Ft speciality subs are $80 and for an extra $10 they will cut the sub. They also charge a delivery fee of $25. They delivered right on time which was much appreciated. Everyone loved the sandwiches - we ordered a fully loaded Italian sub and a chicken cutlet sub. Overall this was a solid pick and I'm happy I placed a catering order here.

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    Venti Italian Specialties

    4.6
    (50 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    My chicken Caesar was outstanding I drove from Pennsylvania the flavor was amazing I asked for…read moreextra dressing on the side that dressing should be bottled and sold in the supermarket Loved the crotons as well as the chicken cutlets not to mention the fresh lettuce Everything works well together And while I waited for my sandwich I got complimentary mozzarella made in house it was amazing Service outstanding chill vibe while I waited Go support this establishment I will be going back soon the try the other sandwiches

    Stopped by Venti Italian Specialties and it definitely lives up to the hype. If you're into legit…read moreItalian deli sandwiches, this place is a must. They have a huge variety of sandwiches on the menu, from classic combos to more creative, loaded options, so there's something for everyone. We ordered the chicken Caesar, the Hell Raiser, and the Jimmy Z, and each one brought something different to the table. The chicken cutlets were cooked perfectly and not greasy at all. You can taste how incredibly fresh the mozzarella was which really stood out, and the bread was soft but sturdy enough to hold everything together without falling apart. What really impressed me was how generous the portions were. These sandwiches are packed! Super filling and worth the price (14$). You can tell they don't cut corners with quality or quantity. Only downside is parking can be a bit of a struggle in the area, so plan ahead. But once you take that first bite, you won't even care.

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    Salumeria Ercolano

    4.7
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    It moved into the Miss America joint. Same awesome sandwiches and salads…read more They really cleaned up the spot, you wouldn't even recognize the dining area. I hope this place does well in my neighborhood. Yuppies and JC OGs enjoying deelish eats. Tony, your legacy is safe. RIP

    Any other old-timers out there remember how revolutionary the fax machine was when it was first…read moreintroduced? With that continuous roll of thermal paper (and the ink would eventually fade on the fax you'd received)? Now they're obsolete. Relics from yesteryear that my own kids wouldn't even have a clue about. The only reason I know about this salumeria? They (still) fax their daily specials to our office and it always looks pretty darn enticing. Two visits spaced a few years apart and... it's a decent deli, but for such a massive space it sure feels like they don't have enough. On my most recent visit I'd asked for hot sausage and they seemed almost confused and pushed soppressata instead. (Maybe that's my fault that I'm coming too early before they have a chance to fill up the cases?) There's a big "Tavola Calda" for the hot (prepared) meals/specials (that they hype up via their daily faxes). People behind the counter are friendly. Parking lot in the back. Decent pricing. In the center there's plenty of tables (I'm not sure if it's technically a 'restaurant' as well?). On my initial visit the lot across the street was completely empty/barren/abandoned. My most recent visit there's the foundation and frame to a massive 500-capacity building. (The next time I'll make my way here - that new complex will surely be filled to the brim with tenants.) And yes... when you're paying at the counter look to the right and you'll see their most lovely deluxe fax machine standing at the ready to get the word out!

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    Those potato & onions on the left are a side dish ; with a bit of red pepper flakes; and AWESOME
    Those potato & onions on the left are a side dish ; with a bit of red pepper flakes; and AWESOME
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