Coffee Break in Hackensack, NJ. Buongiorno! From Coffee Break! This hidden gem is serving some of the BEST espresso-even Dave Portnoy thinks so. His recent visit gave Coffee Break a 9.1! Coffee Break is a perfect place to relax and have some authentic Italian roasted coffee. The pastries are delicious along with their breakfast. Come check it out and stay tuned for an espresso tutorial from Marco! read more

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I love this place! It's family run and has a genuinely Italian, welcoming feeling. I've been in the area visiting my aunt in a nursing home in Hackensack. I stop by Coffee Break a few times a week for a breakfast sandwich and a latte. So far, I only know Isabella (Bella) by name but she's a total sweetheart. I had a delicious chicken sandwich on a ciabatta roll with broccoli rabe. Last week I had some delicious home made ravioli with a sauce that was perfectly balanced and a beautiful red-orange color. Now...if I could remember to take a picture before I gobble down the food lol Highly recommended...nice atmosphere, great people, good value and much better than going to a chain or corporate run restaurant. read more

Coffee Break - Breakfast Paninj - Cafes Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

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Another great visit to Main Street Hackensack's Coffee Break. My companion and I enjoyed their Wednesday pasta special of pasta arrabiata. We also had an affogato and Americana. All quite yummy. Service was, as always, warm and friendly. And, the vibe was chill with coffee house holiday music. I left full and relaxed -- what more can I want from a weekday lunch? read more

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I found this place awhile ago, a woman in my town makes amazing homemade cheesecakes and recently started selling them here. Checked out the shop on Yelp and the food also looked very delicious and was on a mission to try this place out the next time I was in Hackensack. I would consider this place a gourmet Italian coffee shop. Sounds weird but it is just beyond amazing. They have pasta there for sale that I believe is imported from Italy which I decided to take home a bag for myself. They also have Italian beverages and jars of marinated vegetables they sell. I tried it out for the first time yesterday, I went in wanting this pasta and the owner was working, he told me he only does pasta specials on Wednesday but offered to whip me up something if that's what I wanted which I thought was really nice of him to offer! I didn't want him to go through all that just for one dish so I decided to try the chicken Parmesan and my husband ordered a chicken cutlet. The bread was SO FRESH and the sauce was made to perfection, I was amazed at every bite I took. I also tried my husbands chicken cutlet and it was also outstanding. We finished our meals and then decided to have some of that homemade cheesecake (which I already knew would be delicious) and some coffee. The owner was very genuine and kind and we enjoyed talking to him. Great service great food. Easily 5 star worthy and I already can not wait to return. read more

Coffee Break - Cafes Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

The coffee is amazing, but that is hardly the only reason to come here. The owners have a passion for making great food and it tastes like it. Every day. The environment is comfortable and friendly and the food is always top notch. Whether for lunch, coffee, or a sweet treat, you can't do better than Coffee Break! read more

We had the best antipasto salad, very balanced, perfect flavors. We had excellent cappuccino: there is a big difference between a so-so barista and an experienced barista. Truly exceptional cappuccino. They know what they are doing! Lots of neighborhood people come in to chat, and it's very enjoyable, to be welcomed as part of the scene! If you want to know about Hackensack, this is a great place to see the best of the people. read more

A great find 2 blocks from the NJ Courts in Hackensack. If you have jury duty (like I did) or simply in the area this is a great place to visit. I had the roasted eggplant panini and it was large and superb. They roast eggplant with a crushed garlic and some fine oil, and layer it with tomatoes and mozzarella. I enjoyed their espresso while I caught up on work in a friendly quiet environment. It's obvious the owner (show in photo) puts in his all! read more

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I was around the area and wanted to take a coffee break and found this place through Yelp. They have street parking. Once I entered in, it had a really chill and welcoming vibe. Was gonna just get a regular coffee but ended up getting the iced mochaccino. It was delish. Place is fairly priced. If your around the area and need a coffee break, this is def the spot. read more

Coffee Break - Menu as of 02.05.2022 - Cafes Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

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Super friendly staff, lots of regulars coming though. Stopped here for lunch because I had jury duty. I got an iced Americano, coffee was very tasty. For food I got a panini with prosciutto and mutz, The sandwich wasn't anything amazing but it did its trick, bread was nice and soft, wish there was little more in it (more bread than anything). Would come back just for the coffee! read more

My second time trying this place- coffee is so so- definitely not a high end latte. Service is the biggest reason I gave it a 2 star- An older man who was working there was rude to customers and even asked one young man to leave because he was done with his coffee. I think there are better coffee places in the immediate area. read more

I can't say enough wonderful things about this amazing place. What a find!!! A little coffee and food cafe run by a very passionate guy of Italian decent. The food is ALL fresh and done well. Nothing outrageous or fous fous. Simple and tasty fresh food like you'd expect from an Italian farmhouse kitchen of an old fabulous grandma. I said I didn't want to eat heavy or big so surprise me with a grilled chicken and salad something. I got the most wonderfully seasoned fresh grilled chicken breast. The salad was ridiculously fresh mixed greens with marinated mixed mushrooms, marinated grilled onions and sundried tomatoes. The vinaigrette was homemade from the tastiest vinegar. I don't know what kind of vinegar it was but it had a fruity mild tang without the rough bitterness of your typical vinaigrette. To be honest it tasted like my dad's homemade sherry vinaigrette that rocks and I haven't had in years. The grilled veggie sandwich was delicious on the freshest tastiest focaccia. And that ziti and braciole. Do you see that braciole? If that doesn't look like an authentic Sunday gravy braciole then you didn't grow up in an Italian house like I did. The sauce was bright and tomatoey. But that's just the food. There is a very extensive coffee menu and while we didn't have any, no doubt it is amazing too. The vibe is fantastic. They have a friendly little seating area with seats and a sofa as well as table seating. I could go to this place to sit and eat and hang out every day! And I didn't even get to the food he sells. Jars of marinated veggies and a whole host of speciality flavored panettones for Christmas. Yes I stocked up. This is a new favorite. Go. Trust me. read more

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Hidden gem in Hackensack - lovely Italian coffee shop that serves strong, aromatic espresso, not the watery stuff you would get elsewhere. The owners are very amicable and true to their craft. The tiramisu was okay but perhaps i will try a different dessert next time. I look forward to visiting again. There's plenty of seating to converse with friends or settle down with a laptop. read more

Coffee Break - Tiramisu and Double Espresso - Cafes Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

I loved this cute coffee shop. There is fast wifi, plenty of seating, and great food and drink! I tried the Caprese Salad which was very fresh and tasty! The latte was also very strong and well made. It definitely tasted like the coffees I've had in Italy. The service is very relaxed and low key. I felt very welcomed and comfortable. read more

Coffee Break - Indoor area - Cafes Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

Delicious italian sandwiches and coffee just like in Italy. Definitely worth the drive to Hackensack!

They have the best bread for sandwiches. Great simple sandwiches that always taste fresh. Pasta is good too. Staff is always friendly.

If you're looking to support a small business coffee shop, Coffee Break needs to be your top choice. This little cafe has quite the ambience and should be your next go-to morning spot. I got the Bacio which was very tasty and perfect for your Instagram feed. The Egg Frittata with bacon and cheese was also freshly made and a nice food option to go with my coffee. Definitely recommend if you're in the Hackensack area. read more

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I order a coffee drink. I want to try something different which is Nutellino. This drink has a mixture of Nutella, whip cream, and espresso. This place is a good spot where you can grab a coffee and study spot for college people to come by. read more

Coffee Break - Nutellino - Cafes Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

Friendly service, great coffee and breakfast panini. Panini was much bigger than I expected and so good. I like the fact that most casual places like this would probably serve the coffee in a paper cup but here it was in a real mug. Nice. I couldn't resist the orange Nutella crepe! So good! read more

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Stopped by for a coffee break with my good friend, Jabriel J. It's an Italian coffee shop, with cute artsy decor and seating. Unfortunately, they close pretty early. The guy running the place seemed pretty unenthusiastic on a Wednesday afternoon, but he wasn't a dick either. They have free Wi-Fi, and a pretty limited food menu. I can imagine this would be a good spot to study or do work if they would stay open past 5:30pm. I got their Nutellino, which was basically a cup of espresso, lined with Nutella, topped with whipped cream. It was a decent drink. I like the spot read more

Coffee Break - Nutellino - Cafes Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

I really enjoy coming here to work during the week! It's such good vibes and I enjoy the authentic Italian ambiance.

I stopped here because it was listed as a "brunch spot" when googled. The interior was cute but kind of lackluster. Ordered a grilled chicken sandwich, chicken was definitely processed. Also had a strawberry smoothie.... It was chunks of ice & basically strawberry flavored water. The service was good... I will give them an A for effort read more

First off Marco and Dominick are the sweetest. Their hospitality goes above and beyond expectations. Place is clean and cozy. Favorite on the menu is the nutellino! So delicious and chocolatey!! Fridays and Saturdays they make dinner which We are looking forward to having! They definitely have us as a customer. read more

Coffee Break - Cafes Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

My husband and I went to Coffee Break to kill some time before an appointment. We needed some coffee and weren't sure about where to go. Luckily, with the trusty Yelp app, I found Coffee Break. You'll need to find street parking if you are driving to the cafe. We found a metered spot across the street by these public murals that day. When we entered the coffee shop, there was a woman there who I think was the manager. She greeted us and took our order. She was very friendly and was cool when I asked questions about the coffee drinks. My husband got a tea, while I went with a latte Nutella crepe. My drink and crepe were pretty good; I was content. Coffee Break has free WiFi also, so we worked on our laptops a bit (which was nice). When we left, the same lady bid us adieu. She was so nice. I would definitely come back if I'm in the area. read more

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Walking downtown Friday night I found Coffee Break.. talked with a. Very personable young man. I only had a canolli but it was delicious..HOWEVER the big surprise. They are a RESTAURANT. Not just coffee etc.. will return read more

Tried the Nutellino and Bacio. The Nutellino tasted good with crunchy toasted hazelnut. The Bacio tasted more like a coffee with no taste of chocolate as mentioned in the ingredients. read more

This little coffee shop is a wonderful little place. Hospitality is 100% these people are definitely from the old country and a very loving and care about their customers had a wonderful experience and I love their coffee definitely coming here again. I got three drinks two Caramel latte is one hot one ice and I got the boccio which I wasn't too much of a fan of but they are wonderful quality is outstanding. I highly recommend this place to anyone that enjoys good old style home country coffee with a side of Italian hospitality. read more

Coffee Break - Cafes Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

This is a great little café in the heart of Hackensack that allows you to taste a piece of Italy read more

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Great coffee. The Macchiato is my favorite. The breakfast sandwiches are really good too.

It was so roomy and cozy at the same time! The guy that made our drinks was so caring, he would check in on us a few times, but not in a creepy way lol. Also ! He put coffee ice cubes in my chai latte so it wouldn't get diluted ! The only reason I give it 4 stars and not 5 is because the parking is grossly expensive (parking meters are kinda confusing and $.25 for 15 mins) Also I got oat milk and that was $.75 extra, personally I wish the alternative milk wasn't extra but I also think think their prices are worth it ! But this is a good spot.... Don't let it get too popular lmao read more

suppeerrr cute coffee shop with a wonderful friendly staff! I loved the nutellino (espresso with nutella and other sugary goodness). They do have alot of none sugary drink options as well which comes in both hot and cold options. Husband had the iced double espresso, and we both had different breakfast sandwiches. We also had couple of cookies and stuffed croissants togo (as you can tell I have a huge sweet tooth). If i wanted to nitpick, I wished there was more filling in the croissant but nonetheless it was reallyreally good! read more

Coffee Break - bacon eggfrittata and cheese - Cafes Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

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This place is amazing! It's much more than a coffee shop. They have phenomenal food as well. Where do I begin? The coffee is amazing! I love the lattes and the bacio, which I learned means "kiss" in Italian- it is a heavenly cocoa and hazelnut coffee drink (and far better than anything you can get from a coffee chain). The food is so fresh and made from the heart by the chef/owner. The paninis, unique pizzas, soups, desserts, and chocolates are delicious. Also, this is a family run business where everyone is so friendly and welcoming. This coffee shop feels like home and the ambiance is lovely with nice decor. Highly recommend! 10 out of 10! read more

Best crepes I've ever had. Ambiance is great and everyone is welcoming. Coffee is so good that you can drink it black. I usually come here when I need to get work done on my laptop. There's just the right amount of background noise to put me in the zone. read more

Stopped by to grab a coffee and maybe a pastry depending on what they had that day. I order their Nutella latte and wasn't a huge fan of it. I probably should have given it some time for the Nutella to mix in. Their pastries sit out on the counter on a tray without anything to cover it so I passed on grabbing on. Didn't try it but their crepes look good. read more

Our favorite place to go when we get a little free time from the office. Family run, we really enjoy this place, and take our colleges when we get a chance. Espresso, coffee, pastries, and don't forget, their coveted lentil soup! I'm not even sure if its on the menu, it's a special order item that locals seem to know about, so we order it every time. Our favorite drink, would be The Nutellini, which drinks more like a desert but who cares, we'd kill for it. And they have a pistachio dessert that comes chilled in a glass that is a must when you visit! They also have plenty of coffee that you can buy either whole bean or ground to take your addiction home with you--which we happily do. The owners are super sweet and friendly, it is Hackensack so parking is a real pain, but very worth it! read more

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This is a real gem, a must stop in Hackensack for coffee, genuine Northern Italian sweets and delicious breakfast sandwiches. I had the prosciutto egg, and cheese panini. I will definitely be back next time I'm in town! read more

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Wonderful, flavorful lunch!!! Even the plain coffee was great... This cute little place has a wonderful view of some art in front of them and the Kong really pretty atmosphere is nice to sit in and take a break food is high-quality definitely with an Italian slant, but a great place to relax grab a sandwich or coffee and prepped for the afternoon :-) read more

Coffee Break - Cafes Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

Pretty good. Super authentic Italian place! I had the mockachino (or something spelled kinda like that) and it was delicious! I also had the croissant with jam which was just average but it was cheap so that's a plus. Inside is relatively spacious. The only downside is the location! I was 15 min late meeting up with a friend because I couldn't find parking and when I did, it was all metered so watch out for that! read more

This little quaint coffee shop is awesome! You'll feel right at home here as they treat you like a guest in their own home. Food is great and made with love and of course, their Italian imported coffee will be your best friend throughout the day! read more

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I moved around the block from this small coffee shop and even though I've only been there a few times, I truly love this place. The coffee, food, pastries, etc are all so good and the prices are reasonable. Honestly my favorite thing about this place is that they use coffee ice cubes so my iced coffee never gets watered down! I would definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a local spot to support. read more

Great little coffee shop. Better product at a better price than the big coffee chains. Gelato and house made iced cappuccino are excellent.