The Human Bean 101 Midland Ave…read moreRiver Edge, NJ 07661 Frozen Caramel Mocha As the cup states, "Fill up on happiness" and that is exactly what happened as soon as I took my first sip of this frozen coffee beverage. There was a perfect consistency of chocolate and caramel and was easy to slurp. As a mini bonus, there is a love seat and a couple comfortable chairs for a lounge experience. If you are here solo and in the mode for a read, you can choose from about a dozen books. Seating and parking in this location is limited, but it's definitely worth the trip when you are in need of a caffeinated frozen beverage. #thehumanbean #frozencoffee #caramelmocha #riveredgenj #coffee

As someone who's usually loyal to Starbucks, I pleasantly surprised by the Human Bean! It's quickly…read morebecoming one of my favorites. The staff is very friendly. The name is clever Baked goods are delicious And most importantly they make a great Americano that rivals the big chains.

Interesting seasonal menu! A cute spot to catch up with…read morefriends and drink yummy coffee. I love how they have a small holiday market to purchase some last minute gifts.

My love language is discovering local coffee shops to work/study from. I don't buy from Starbucks…read moreor Dunkin' (for reasons I won't discuss in this review), especially when there's so many small businesses to choose from and support. The Dell Coffee Co is located on Oradell's bustling Kinderkamack Road. I've driven by it so many times and finally decided to check it out. There's free street parking and a lot in the back. The atmosphere is charming, cozy, and calming. The owner did a great job with the interior design! Lots of plants, earthy tones, wooden furniture, large windows with natural lighting, pillows, and comfortable sofas. They have wifi and outlets, making it an ideal place to work, study, or read in. Seating is a bit limited - there's a communal table that fits six people, three stools at a counter, and three small sofa chairs. I visited on weekday afternoons and didn't have a problem finding a seat. The drink menu has your classic espresso beverages, tea, and cold brew. They have a food menu with sandwiches, wraps, avocado toast, and acai bowls. They also have fresh pastries to choose from like croissant cubes, scones, banana bread, and muffins. The baristas are incredibly friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. They have a lot of regulars here and you can tell that this is the type of coffee shop that will remember your name and order. I've tried... *Hot Salted Caramel Latte ~$6 - A creamy and comforting drink! The milk to espresso ratio was just right. The espresso was strong and went well with the richness of the caramel. It wasn't too sweet at all - flavors were well balanced and I could taste the hints of sea salt. *Churro Croissant Cube $8.50 - Highly recommend! It's a croissant in the shape of a cube. It's flaky, crispy, and coated with cinnamon and sugar on the outside. The bread was soft, airy, and buttery on the inside. I loved the contrasting textures! *Sugar Cookie Latte ~$7 (vanilla and almond infused espresso with whipped cream and holiday sprinkles on top) - This was more on the sweeter/sugary/milky side, which was fine with me. The cookie flavor was subtle. I would have liked the espresso to be stronger. *Cold Brew $4.50 - Not a fan. The brew was too bitter and tasted watered down. I added milk and sugar, but that didn't help. *Egg Salad Sandwich $10 (tomato, lettuce, egg salad on sourdough bread) - The bread had a crunchy crust with a chewy interior. It had a tangy flavor to it, which I enjoyed. The egg salad was too salty. Overall, the sandwich was decent, but not great. It's small for the price; I don't think I'd pay $10 for it again. Keep supporting your local coffee shops!

Is it possible to give something 100 stars?!?! LOL. Talk about a hidden gem. I am in the area…read morefor a work meeting and looking for a local cafe to get some work done before my meeting later on. I found this place on Google and it had great reviews so I figured I would try it. It took me a while to find it--since it is literally in the basement of an office building-you would not know it is here, besides a small sign outside. I also had difficulty in figuring out where to park, since most of the parking says reserved, there are some guest spots however--across the way from the cafe. The cafe is located behind in the building in the basement-it is PERFECT! Such a chill vibe-with a small vinyl room where you can buy and peruse records. The staff was SUPER friendly and nice--all the types of coffee drinks and tea's you would want. If I lived closer or have more meetings in the area, this would be my go to spot on the daily. They are open until 6P during the week as well, which is really nice. So if you find this on Yelp or a review on Google--yes it is legit and YES you will not be disappointed. Free wifi too! :) They also seem to have seasonal speciality drinks which are very popular--you cannot go wrong here.

well waddayaknow! four years already whoa!! and this place…read moreis still awesome. the cafe family has also grown - back then i usually just see Marcus and Audrey but now there more new pleasant staff faces too! and thats a good thing. As always, drinks are delicious and I always look forward to their unique seasonal or special drinks. They always come up with new and interesting flavors - flavors that I havent really seen or tried anywhere else such as Marzipan, persimmon, carrot cake, and there's this "Thai Bolt" that im gonna have to try soon. lol the pastries are also good and just recently ive tried this scallion cheese pandesal which was a pleasant light breakfast treat! Hoping for many more visits here. Thumbs up to thumbody!

Great food, friendly staff, small but cozy location. Will come again for sure (must try every…read morepastry!)

I ordered delivery from here, and everything was packed neat and with care. I got the beef empanada…read moreand ham and cheese empanada. Both were delicious, warm and filling! It came with a side of chimichurri and hot sauce. The chimichurri was yummy! I also got a pastry filled with caramel which was also very good. Reasonable prices, and I definitely have to stop by in person for another delicious treat!

I've been to various Paris Baguette locations around Central Jersey, and honestly, I wasn't a huge…read morefan... until recently. Let me explain. At one location I frequented, the coffee had really disappointed me. Once upon a time, their coffee was delicious, with rich, chocolatey notes, but the last few visits left me with bitter, almost burnt-tasting drinks, and no amount of milk could fix it. This was surprising, since they supposedly use LavAzza beans. I also never loved their cakes; I often found them too heavy on icing and light on actual cake. However, on a recent trip while shopping at 99 Ranch Market (which is conveniently right next door), we decided to give Paris Baguette another try and treat ourselves to pastries. I was immediately impressed by their selection and how frequently the display was refilled. Every item was behind a glass case, which felt very clean and hygienic. The cashiers were great at making the hot beverages, and they asked if we had a rewards program with them. We gave them our phone numbers, and it turned out none of us had signed up or that they expired. Here's what we purchased: - Cafe Mocha - 5/5 stars. Perfect balance of espresso and chocolate. The barista even made a heart on top. Although the lid covered it, the gesture was appreciated. - Cold Brew - 5/5 stars. Smooth and refreshing. - Chausson aux Pommes - 4/5 stars. A French apple turnover with a perfectly crisp crust and tender, flavorful apples that weren't mushy. - Croissant Donut - 5/5 stars. Flaky, buttery croissant-like in shape of a donut, filled with custard that was bright due to the citrus, and well-balanced between sweet and savory. - Blueberry & Cream Brioche - 5/5 stars. Their crust was crispy and light. It was an indulgent treat that was well balanced as the custard was rich, soft, and just sweet enough without being heavy. Patrons can help themselves to cream, milk, utensils, and napkins, which is convenient. The seating is roomy and relaxing, perfect for lingering over coffee and pastries. It's located in the Home Depot strip mall. Parking is usually easy on weekdays, but weekends can get a little hectic. Overall, this visit completely changed my opinion of Paris Baguette. The coffee and pastries were impeccable, and the environment made for a pleasant, stress-free experience. Definitely worth a stop if you're nearby.

This is located right next to the 99 Ranch. I was hoping that there was a bubble tea shop open…read moreinside the 99 Ranch, but since there wasn't, I hopped into the next best thing! This location is bright and clean with very friendly service. I've visited this location throughout the years, and it's just one of those places that I know I'll get something delightful, be it food or drink. Today, I quenched my thirst with a sweet peach iced tea. Yup - delightful.

I'm giving a 5 solely based on the one item I tried because honestly it was that good!…read more Shared the coconut taro sundae with my sister and it tasted like heaven in a cup. It was a decent amount and honestly seemed pricey until I tried it. Since we split the cost I can say it was the best $5 I spent in a while lol. I think it's a good portion to split between two people as well. There was no line so the person at the counter took our order right away which is great because it is located in a busy part of the mall. You will have to take this item to walk around with you or walk a little further down to the food court and enjoy it at a table there. I will definitely be trying something else from them I come back to the mall.

Omg--drop what you're doing and stop by this stand!…read more I was seriously impressed by the coconut taro sundae. The ube flavor was on point, and the little mochi balls had a soft, marshmallow-like texture that I loved. I shared it with my sister, and it was the perfect sweet treat to satisfy both of us. Service was friendly and quick, and the setup is ideal for a tasty pit stop while roaming the mall.

KFT is a solid bubble tea franchise. I always go to the Fort Lee location, but I decided to try the…read moreRiver Edge one since I was in the area. It's been open for about a year and a half. Same standard menu with the same standard toppings. I ordered one of my usuals, the iced passion fruit green tea with boba(~$7) (regular sugar level). I've had this drink one too many times, so I know what it's supposed to taste like. I was disappointed with mine. The green tea was too bitter, or maybe there wasn't enough of the passion fruit jam to balance it out. The tapioca pearls were also not as sweet as they're supposed to be. On the plus side, the employee was friendly. This location has a much bigger seating area with plenty of tables, board games, and merchandise. I'd like to give them another try in the future with a different drink... before I just stick to the Fort Lee location.

I stopped by during weekday lunch hours to get a drink. The was very clean and tidy. I was the only…read moreone in the store. I ordered the strawberry lemon green tea. The barista was very friendly explaining me the sugar level adjustments for this drink. She made it on the spot under a minute. Great service. I liked the drink and jelly in it, but it was little sour for me.

Remember when Starbucks was amazing? Before it became a totally soulless coffee production line?…read moreCrazy lines and a total gamble for a decent cup of coffee? Uptown Coffee is what coffee shops should be. The coffee is consistently well brewed and delicious, the staff is welcoming and kind, the service makes you feel right at home and the prices are sane. Love trying their flavored coffees, Uptown Funk. Nice to have a little variety. Lots of tasty pastries and other food items to choose from too. Crumb cakes, cookies and muffins always fresh. Comfortable cafe setting with cozy seating but I get my coffee to go. Uptown Coffee is a fantastic local coffee shop. Great cup of coffee and great way to start your day.

Last weekend, I visited Uptown Coffee for the first time for a meet up with a small group. There…read morewere four of us. It was a busy Sunday, but luckily we found two tables outside to sit. (there are tables inside and a ledge by the storefront window). You order at the counter. The baristas were all friendly and cool that day. All their pastries looked good (many were already sold out), but I'm glad I got the Nutella Crumb Cake - perfection. I was going to get a latte, but right before I ordered I saw a hot and cold coffee specials sign. I went with the chocolate and coconut hot coffee. Very good!

Glaze Donuts (Located in Madison Plaza)…read more358 River Rd. New Milford, NJ 07646 Maple Bacon Donut Ring Ding Donut Located in this mini strip mall is an independent artisan donut chain. They a diverse variety of gourmet donuts. The only problem I had was having to choose because I wanted to explore them all. These are a couple of the donuts I selected: Maple Bacon: Originally, I was hesitant about combining a breakfast meat with a pastry. As soon as I took my first bite, I instantly fell in love with this unique creation. It had a sweet and salt taste. If you decide to try the maple bacon, you'll have to wait until the weekend because it isn't available Monday through Friday. Ring Ding: This is identical to a Hostess Ring Ding. The inside is plentifully filled with chantilly cream. It is rich and very sweet; supplementing a glass of milk is highly recommended. There is a small dining area, which seats about 6-8 customers. There is a decent amount of parking in the front and back of the strip mall. If you have a sweet tooth, this is the perfect place. Overall, I had a "glaze day" at Glaze Donuts. #glazedonuts #glaze #ringding #ringdingdonut #maplebacon #maplebacondonut #newmilfordnj #donutshop

These donuts were amazing! A pleasure to visit on this particular day because they were having a…read morevalentine special, buy a dozen get a dozen free. Only on their classic donuts but to my surprise all of the classic donuts were so good, although I did want to try some of their signature flavors too. This shop is small and has a couple of tables to sit down at. They have hot drinks available along with a fridge for cold beverages to purchase. The lady who assisted me was so sweet, so friendly and it was nice to come all the way from the city and be greeted with such lovely hospitality. She was working by herself and she had a couple of other customers waiting, but made everyone feel like a priority. She was a natural professional lol. The prices were quite pricey, which each donut flavor having its own price, my box of minis with tax and tip were about 40 bucks! Although I can't complain because I got a box free. I also can tell my donuts were freshly made with quality ingredients and the flavors are true to its donuts name. Although my visit was really for the banana foster, my favorite turned out to be the cannoli. They nailed that donut true to its original interpretation of what a cannoli is but made into a donut. My daughters loved the flavors of their selections although the strawberry cheesecake was a bit sweeter than she expected and liked. A bit overwhelming is how she put it. She would have been satisfied with just the mini size. Overall I think the next time I'm in town I may stop by for a half of dozen of minis because of the prices and because some flavors were better than others. I also wouldn't mind trying some of the signature donuts. So yes make a visit because it worth one. Two thumbs up and a Happy Yelping!

Hidden inside the jewelry exchange is this little gem of a place. The proprietor makes Turkish…read morestaples such as soujuk toast sandwiches, köfte kebab, burgers, delicious grilled cheese and soups. The coffee and tea service as well as countless types of soft drinks. Highly recommend.

Honestly wasn't expecting to get a top tier taylor ham, egg and cheese in the middle of a jewelry…read morestore. Was getting the Jeep serviced next door and needed something to eat; wil be back for my next dealer recall (probaly next week). Cash only.