Came here on a Thursday night around 9pm after our show at the NJPAC and was surprised it was busy…read more They have 2 kiosk up front and they offer a variety of drinks, snacks and desserts. My friends and I ordered their toter tots, crispy chicken and chocolate bubble waffles with milk tea ice cream to share and I ordered their jasmine tea with cheese foam. Our order was ready a lot quicker than I had expected. The taiwanese crispy chicken was crispy, juicy and tender as they used chicken thighs for it. It was also well seasoned and tasted authentic. The tater tots were also perfectly fried as it was super crispy and they were sprinkled with the same seasoning as the chicken. The bubble waffle was the biggest surprise for me as I have never found a place that does it right (texture wise). This is the place! The waffle was crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside and the batter wasn't too floury as I have often found in other places. But that could also be because we ordered chocolate flavor so I should try their original next time. My only complaint is it didn't have enough chocolate taste for me. The milk tea ice cream, although wasn't the best I've had but it's decent and you can still taste the tea. My jasmine tea with cheese foam was fragrant and the cheese foam complimented the tea well and didn't make it overly filling. Overall, I really enjoyed everything I've ordered here and it's perfect for a mid day or late night snack and drink. I have been to other locations in the area and thought they're not as good as this one so I will have to come back to this location especially for their bubble waffles.

Came here recommended by a good friend and was not disappointed! I ordered the brown sugar brûlée…read moreand yes! They pull out a torch to create the crispy top layer. The taste was absolutely delicious, such a creative take on boba. You order on a touch screen, with many variations of drinks and foods! They even hold specials for the early birds, very convenient for nearby students. Would come back just for this drink alone!

their service is amazing. They always get you what you need and always polite and patient. I love…read morethem for the flavors and variety. They have the ambience is very cute. Very you know Tokyo inspired. I love how fun the decor is as well

Owner of this spot is so nice!! She was super helpful & gave us free samples of their new açaí…read moreproduct (really good). The prices are really fair (medium $4 / large $5) so you really can't go wrong, they have an extensive menu as well. The bubble tea here was also really good and caught me by surprise. I'll def be back if I'm in the area! This spot is located near a school so it could get packed during certain days and hours so just keep that in mind :)

Nice place to grab a cold drink and/or ice cream on a hot day!…read more Items ordered as of 6/2024: - Grapefruit Oolong Tea - $6.50 - Not too sweat and punchy grapefruit flavor. I found this very refreshing (especially when hot outside). - Yogurt Island - $8 - Interesting presentation! It's basically a series of rolled strawberry ice cream with fruit rolled into it. I actually liked this a lot. It wasn't too sweet either which was a plus for me.

A nice little grab-n-go spot, every drink I've had here is good, but the one that I keep going back…read morefor is the Crème Brûlée Brown Sugar Milk, it's sooo good! The prices are super reasonable, and the customer service is always great!

I love them. Ive tried every tea shop. I just love a refreshing green tea. Strawberry popping boba…read more They also have good snacks, good sweet treats

Best bubble tea in town of jersey city! They had the best…read moreDirty Brown Sugar, The Ube Dream & Halo Halo. My kids loved their milk tea! Good service , cute place & service was great!

I came across this really nice coffee shop in Newark @intrinsiccafe ! Definitely a great spot to…read moresit down drink coffee and do some work inside or outside when the weather is great! Plenty of shade outdoors to sit out there comfortably! If you ever around make sure to pass by! You won't regret it!

Cute little cafe! I…read morelived my Vietnamese Iced Coffee. It was listed as hot but she was able to make it an iced coffee for me. The person working was really nice and accommodating. There were a few students in there with laptops doing school work. I was very happy with my visit and do recommend. I do wish I tried some of their baked goods because they looked scrumptious!

I went to Yaya Tea on Sunday during NJIT's mini anime convention event. The atmosphere is clean,…read morebright, and cute. I've been here in the past for their onigiri, but I was surprised to see that they now have udon, snacks, and decorative pins for sale! I really like their onigiri, which you can get in either small or large sizes. My personal favorite is the ume onigiri, which is a tangy plum flavor. But if you want something with more protein, the salmon onigiris and the chicken onigiris are really good as well! The staff are welcoming and kind, and they were open to answer any questions we had. My husband and I shared 3 onigiris and an udon, and that was enough to fill us up! The shrimp tempura that came with the udon was delightfully crunchy and savory. All in all, I love how convenient this spot is for students, and I'll definitely be back to try more onigiri flavors!

I learned about Yaya Tea from a friend who lives around the area and had their rice balls for lunch…read moreone day. While Yaya Tea is most known for their teas and rice balls, I was feeling adventurous and decided to pick something up from their take out menu for lunch. I called in an order for vegetable yaki soba (extra charge for proteins) and was initially shocked and disappointed at the size of the container as it was much smaller than I had expected. However, my thoughts changed when I dug into the dish -- the noodles were packed to the brim of the container so I found the portion to be quite filling. I wasn't so terribly full, but at the same time, I also didn't need to procure additional snacks to get me through the rest of the workday. The flavor was good, albeit a little salty for my taste, and what really made the dish were the mushrooms that had a nice spongy texture that was reminiscent of animal protein, particularly Chinese food beef. Will be returning to try their other entrees and rice balls!

Super cute new coffee spot on the west side. The barista was friendly. As you can see by the…read morephotos, the decor is adorable. I ordered a matcha latte. It tasted great but it was way too hot. I burned my tongue, that's how hot. I couldn't take another sip for a while until it cooled down, then it was really good. So just something to be aware of. The other disappointing thing was they have pastries on the menu so I went to order one but the barista said they actually didn't have any available. So I ended up having to go somewhere else for that. I'm still giving this business 4 stars though. I know they're new, and every new business deserves time to work out the kinks!

Another great coffee joint along West Side in Jersey City! I was just running around the area when…read moreI decided I needed a quick coffee pick-me-up. Stumbled across this place and I'm so glad I did! They're a coffee shop with pastries and boba drinks available. The shop is a little small with a little bit of bench seating and one table, but it works. I decided to go with an ube infused latte which was good. I didn't think the ube flavor was too strong but I did order another add shot of espresso which might've overpowered the ube flavor. Also, I really appreciated how the barista asked if our drinks were sweet enough before we left the shop. Amazing customer service!! I would stop by again for another drink if I'm in the area.

Tiam Tiam is a casual Taiwanese spot offering a Saturday brunch menu where you literally can't go…read morewrong with any choice. I'd even say it's worth the trek to Harrison for their food. They're always rolling out special items and you can truly taste the heart and soul in everything they make. A very homey and welcoming neighborhood gem. ＊Taiwanese Fried Chicken Bagel $10 *** If you love basil, you'll be happy to know they use fresh basil to make the spread. I happily devoured it and immediately craved more. Unfortunately it's a limited item, so be sure to check their ig stories or dm them to find out the next available date. ＊Prosciutto Youtiao Sandwich $15 * Crispy youtiao with prosciutto, burrata and pineapple jam. This unexpected combo actually works so well! ＊Taro French Toast with Boba $16.5 ** If this is your first time here, ORDER THE FRENCH TOAST. I literally get it every time--the milk tea French toast is perfectly brûléed and topped with taro paste, boba, whipped cream, and salted egg yolk bits. All my favorites in one bite. ＊Taiwanese Braised Pork Belly $16 * Fatty and full of gelatin, giving that sticky-lips feeling after eating it. I love that their lu rou fan comes with a soft-boiled ramen egg instead of a hard boiled one, and the pickled mustard greens on the side are my favorite part. ＊Taiwanese Milk Crumb Toast $5 New item! We tried this test version of 奶酥吐司, and it was lowkey addictive. The bread pulled apart just like shokupan. So soft and fluffy.

Food 3/5 Service 4.5/5…read more Ambience 3/5 Value 4/5 I really wanted to love Tiam Tiam because the presentation is pretty good, but the execution was a bit inconsistent. On the plus side, the hospitality is top-notch; we loved the complimentary Taiwanese kimchi and dessert, and the portion sizes are generous Pork Belly over Rice (4.25/5): The standout! It was packed with flavor, though on the oily side Soft Shell Crab (3.5/5): The crab was well-prepared, but the avocado pairing muted the flavor, making it a bit bland Taiwanese Fried Chicken over Rice (3/5): This was surprisingly sweet for a savory entree, which others may like that Century Old Egg Tofu (2/5): A miss for me, it was served cold and the sauce pairing didn't really work Great service and a lovely vibe overall

If you're looking to satisfy a sweet tooth, this is the place to go. Jersey and companies lotto has…read morefriendly service. Ambience is quiet the flavors they have are enough to satisfy everyone. They have different flavors that you would never think to mesh but somehow they manage to pull it off. They are absolutely delicious. It's a must try 10 out of 10 for me. My favorite is the olive oil flavor. They also have flavors like Ube mango coconut raspberry vanilla. Etc.

The team from Jersey & Co Gelato was serving small complementary dishes of gelato at the Newark…read moreairport when we landed, the staff was excellent and friendly. They even offered to get us a cupcake from a stand that the Newark terminal airport were handing out. The new terminal is wonderful and welcoming. We had the chocolate gelato and it was super smooth, rich with chocolate flavor and delicious.

I'm at Ramen Gami a minimum of twice a week, and last night reminded me exactly why. After a long,…read moreexhausting day, I decided to stop by because I can never go wrong here. I ordered a poke bowl with spicy mayo and pork gyoza, and let me tell you, this meal completely turned my night around. The poke bowl was truly a work of art. The placement of the protein, the vibrant colors, and the freshness were so beautiful and intentional that I literally felt joy just looking at it. And the flavors? Absolute perfection. Every bite was packed with freshness and love, you can taste the care Mike and his team put into their dishes, and honestly, it should be studied. So yes, I'm here giving them their well-deserved flowers. Ramen Gami is a true gem, and there isn't a single thing I've tried here that I haven't absolutely loved!!!

I like Ramen Gami; they have a variety of ramen and Japanese food. In addition to vegetarian…read moreoptions, the atmosphere is cozy and the service is very professional.