I wasn't able to get a photo because it was that good…read more The BEET ROOT LATTE Never had nothing like this in my life and im all the way in California scouring for a place that has this goodness. I went two days in a row and also had the Lavender Spiced latte. Nothing is too sweet, everything is what it says and next level.

I was looking to venture out and try something new, so I went to a park in the area and heard about…read morethis shop in the next town over from it. I had ordered a Lavender White Mocha which tasted kind of like a light lavender flavored cappuccino. In my mind, I was expecting a little more of a chocolate taste but maybe it got diluted since a white coffee should have a lot of milk. As a coffee it was very calm and tasted good, very nice to sip. But I may have been expecting to taste more of what is in the name. I also had The Bell. The warm brie cheese felt like it just melted in your mouth. there was a type of light jam smeared on and in the sandwich that complimented the turkey really well. Freshly made and warm. It was all around really good. It is a very pleasant experience. since I was eating in, they put the coffee in proper mugs that they just wash and reuse. The decorations had a warm industrial vibe to it. Like modern references but not flashy. One of their, lets say shrines, was a bunch of popular couples from TV shows and movies that people may know. It was next to a big open tree art piece. So its not always going together but didn't feel out of place. The music was pleasant and not loud to the point where you couldn't talk to a companion. The shop is along a busy street but they actually have a free parking lot in the next block over. It is certainly going in my list of shops to bring others too. It has a lot going for it and my takeaways has me thinking this business is going to stay open for a long time with all its good points.

Finally got to experience this place after hearing of it for more than 2+ years! I've heard at…read moretimes this Coffee spot can be pretty packed, so I feel like I came on a really good day. First off: Service. I told the employee that this was my first time there, and they were more-than-happy to help me make a decision for my order. Patient and walked me through. Second: The Food. Let's get into it. 1) Cassava Latte ($7.50) - I was so pleasantly suprised at this drink; described as "(i)nspired by the Filipino dessert cake, made with condensed milk and coconut." The first sip, and I was intrigued! It was perfectly sweet, and the perfect mix of that coconut-dessert taste that cassava typically delivers! It tasted genuine, if that's possible. 2) Sinigang Croquette ($5.00) - This was interesting. Described as "Pork and Gabi (taro) shaped into a patty, rolled in Japanese bread crumbs, and deep fried. Served with our in-house sawsawan (dipping sauce)", it hit all the right notes. To be honest? $5.00 for 1 felt a bit steep. I'd pay $7.50 for two, though! 3) Boy Bawang Shio Pan ($7.50) - This was the most curious of all my purchases. Described as an "(i)n-house salt bread rolled in garlic and corn crumbs, filled with roasted garlic butter, topped with corn cheese whip. Inspired by the popular Filipino snack: Boy Bawang. THIS ITEM I SING ITS PRAISES. I am an absolute lover of the Boy Bawang Garlic Flavor Corn Snack --- much more pungent than anything Corn Nuts could ever offer. This Shio Pan absolutely delivered with its roasted garlic flavor! And as soon as you take a few bites ---- you get hit with that roasted garlic butter --- and let me tell you, they are not shy about their filling! Absolute master class --- but it's only for a limited run. You should definitely try! Third: Ambiance - The Cafe is quaint --- and has a seating area that could maybe fit between 18-24 people? It's just along the side of the business, but I managed to get a table for myself. Ayala, you did not disappoint! Can't wait to try your Sisig Flatbread for the next round!

I came into this place with very high expectations because it was ranked globally on beli. It was…read moregood, but it did miss a bit. First the good: The food was good! I had the sisig flatbread and the pork croquette. The sisig flatbread had very unique and complex flavors. I thought it was very creative. The croquette was fresh and tasty, but it was truly the sauce that came with it that was the star of the show. It bold and vinegary and tasted great with the sisig flat bread as well. I tried a bit of my friend's pandan waffle and it was quite tasty! I could really taste the pandan. Now the bad. The ube latte was mediocre. I asked for mine with matcha, but I really couldn't even taste the matcha. I think next time I might try their other drinks to see if there is a difference. However, I was really expecting better. Overall: I'd say the food is better than the drinks, which is a bit of a disappointment because I was hoping for both to be out of this world. The service was good and the staff was very kind. I also enjoyed the vibe of the restaurant as well.

My mom told me about this place, and I saw here Lorraine Derfler with Debbie Lebersfeld. They have…read morea great spinach pastry.

The Coffee Mill Roasters: Cozy Gem in Downtown Milburn!…read more Rustic Charm This quaint shop boasts a warm, rustic atmosphere with comfortable tables inside and out. Exceptional Service Barista and Owner, Adel Aziz, is a very nice gentleman! Friendly, attentive, and crafted an incredible drink. Must-Try Drink Toffee Crunch Latte (extra hot and foamy): Absolutely divine! The Coffee Mill Roasters is a must-visit for coffee lovers in downtown Milburn!

So I had it in my head that Boxwood Coffee was a big chain like Gregory's Coffee. Which in fact has…read moreonly 50 or so locations. Which is still a chain. Starbucks has over 36,000 locations. Dunkin. Or Dunkin Donuts as we used to call them has 13,000 locations. Boxwood has two. Very local. Very focused on ethical sourcing. Very cute inside. I happened to walk in this morning when the boxes were still in the counter so I guess the pastry is from Balthazar's but hey you could do a lot worse and if Balthazar is baking it every morning what's the difference? I had a pistachio cream croissant. They have a selection of pastry. Little chest of beverages. Very clean. Cozy. I ordered a cappuccino and honestly the only negative was it took forever. Honestly so few people at 7 am and all of them were waiting for their order. 15 minutes? Maybe a little less. But not fast. Great cappuccino. I am buzzing from it. In a good way. I will definitely be going back. It had a little leaf drawn in the foam. Service was good. Just slow. Boxwood if you are reading this, and I don't see why you wouldn't as I am a Yelp elite and currently an All-Star and author of a very popular book (see my profile, no spoilers here). Boxwood I would do more to emphasize that you are local. I don't know what that would be but while cozy also fairly generic inside. Just my opinion.

Loved their pistachio macaroon and strawberry shortcake latte! They were both amazing! Service was…read morefriendly and helping when trying to decide what to order! Ambiance was very chill and perfect spot to do some remote/school work!

Unique gifts and great coffee. Great for browsing, definitely make the stop if you're in Maplewood.read more

Stumbled in here during one of the coldest days of the year, primarily just to warm up. Had no…read moreexpectations because, like I said, it was cold, they were the closest place to take shelter and I saw a coffee bar. Anyway, since then I've been back 3 more times; once for breakfast and twice for brunch. And while I'm confessing, the two times for lunch were on subsequent days. Yeah, they're that good. Actually, their chicken salad on a croissant is the best I've ever had and in my advanced years I've had a crapload of chicken salad. The have a nice sized coffee bar, decorated beautifully with some pretty delicious looking pastries. I'm on an anti-sweet phase so I'm basing my opinion on only on appearance. Then there's a seating area when you can eat, served by a friendly attentive staff and an adjacent boutique area where you can purchase housewares, clothing and other cool stuff. I'm not in Maplewood all that often, generally when I'm shopping at the equally awesome City Workshop but when I do, I always make sure to hit up Perch. You should too. 1/2 star deduction because they don't offer fake sugar, just that Stevia crap which is gross.

Loved it here! If I lived closer this would be my go to brunch spot…read more I had the freshly squeezed OJ, a latte and the mushroom omelette. Everything was incredible and fresh. The place was packed. We sat at the bar. And our food was out in under 7 minutes. I loved it here. The ambiance, decor, and service. Everything was great! We'll definitely be back.

Willow & Whisk is a brunch place where you can have either breakfast or lunch. It has an open, warm…read moredesign and is fully handicapped accessible. It also can get somewhat noisy. I was with a party of six and at 11AM, we were all in a breakfast mood. We tried and all liked the Brioche French Toast, the Mushroom Thyme omelet and the Shakshuka. The Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with lemon curd and blueberries just didn't hang together. (Only four dishes for six people because two of us ordered the omelet and two the French toast). Overall the food was very good and the portions generous. Beverages were fine. The service was a bit spotty, possibly because we had two waiters who seemed to be tripping over each other. It shouldn't take three requests to get a glass of water. But overall, a place I'd try again.

Really liked this place! We ordered two lattes (whole milk and oat milk) and both were great,…read moresmooth and well made. The butter sable cookies were delicious. They also gave us complimentary cookies, which was a nice touch. Staff was friendly, and the café feels clean and well-kept with an in-house bakery setup that you can actually see, which adds to the charm. Overall, a cozy spot I'd definitely recommend.

I wasn't expecting this place to be as impressive as it was. My husband suggested Liv's Bakery, and…read moreI'm really glad we decided to check it out. It looks like everything is made in-house, and we especially appreciated that their bread is sourdough. They offer a great variety of breads and baked goods. We kept it simple and tried a gluten-free hazelnut chocolate cake, a chocolate mousse, a chocolate chip cookie, and a latte that came with a small espresso cookie on the side. The service was outstanding, and everything we had was delicious. I'm definitely looking forward to coming back and trying more items.

Took advantage of the nice weather today and grabbed a bite to eat for lunch and enjoyed the…read moreoutdoor seating at The Simple Fare in Millburn. TL;DR would definitely make a return visit, food was really delicious, flavorful, and fresh; service was friendly and fast. Our party of four got: * Avocado Toast with Fried Egg * Breakfast Eggs & Lamb Keema Bowl * Chicken Kati Roll * Lamb Keema Kati Roll * Mango Lemonade * Rose Matcha Latte * Salted Caramel Cold Brew This was our first time there. Went in, were warmly greeted, grabbed some menus and a table outside, looked over the menu, and went back inside to order. They gave us a number plate and said a server would bring our food out to us. It arrived pretty quickly and everyone cleaned their plates.

Samosa - nothing to rave about just ok Lamb keema Kaati…read moreroll - juicy lamb Cardamom Pistachio rose cake , a bit pricey but excellent. I would buy it again Cute little place limited seating. They were busy and they forgot my coffee . But they compensated it with the lovely pistachio cake

This is a hidden gem here in the small township of Springfield. It is so easy to miss (the sign…read moreisn't a large one, and easy to miss -- it's in the same plaza as Bangles hair salon and just a few doors down from Stewart Leonard's wine store). The name is a misnomer because this isn't just a coffee place - they serve a variety of delicious and daily-made, fresh dishes -- no fast food. I highly recommend the beef empanada - it's served piping hot and the the crust is rich, flaky and the perfect compliment to the tasty ground beef. I'm a big fan of ambience, and this place has it. Very trendy but cosy cafe vibe, well lit but not harsh lighting, and the seating faces a floor to ceiling window. Cheerful signs on the walls; it feels like a neighborhood hang out. The back portion of this eatery is down a hallway and so customers might think that it's just the front that offers seating -- they would be wrong. The back is roomy and there's plenty of room for large parties. I'm thinking of having my next ladies luncheon here. Did I also mention their prices are very affordable? I got two meat pieces and a large coffee for less than 7 dollars. The only recommendation I would make is to add some background music and to raise the temperature a little - it was a bit chilly. Oh - and make a larger street sign!

There is parking in the side and back…read more The staff is absolutely friendly. I got an iced vanilla coffee and my girls got the smoothies. The very berry and the chocolate peanut butter -- they were both a hit. Great sizes for both of them. The location is very chill. They have tables and seats and lounge chairs to do work or just spend time with family/friends. Highly recommend checking this place out!

This is a very cute small town local cafe.! Soo cute and cozy…read more This place seems to be a local favorite and I can see why. The environment is veryyy cozy, with alot to look at! They also sell local made items throughout the cafe. The workers were very busy and seemed to be able to work well under pressure and still be nice! They offer light and healthy breakfast items such as; croissants, overnight oats, fruit cups etc. and they have all great coffee drinks. My cold brew was very smooth, not bitterness. I would come here over and over if I was from the area. RECOMMENDED!!