I've been here numerous times and its one of my favorite coffee shops in Union County. Anything you…read moreget off the menu, whether its coffee or food, is delicious. I feel adventurous whenever I go because I'm confident that whatever I order will be great. Today I tried the Summer Rose beverage from their seasonal menu which had Rose, pistachio, espresso and it was lovely. It had the perfect blend of all of the flavors and none were overpowering. The service was friendly and very prompt. I will be back, of course. Parking is a lot on the side of the strip of stores. Also, there is ample seating both indoor and outdoors.

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.

If I lived in union, I'd become a regular, no question!…read more Stepping into Ayala, you are greeted by the friendly staff and the wafting scent of freshly brewed coffee It's clean and neat, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Seating is available, but we chose to take it to go. As for the goods, get ready to devour some of the best coffee/desserts you've ever had! I decided not be basic for once and pick something new. And I was not disappointed in the least! - The Cassava Latte "Inspired by the Filipino dessert cake, made with condensed milk and coconut. Contains dairy": Beyond amazing!! Sweet and uniquely flavored, I could go back for this guy day in and day out! It also made me want to try cassava cake because it's just so good. My friend got the ube latte which was okay, but if you want a supremely delicous latte, I'd try this guy out! - Ube Champorado Croissant: Flakey and buttery, with a generous amount of ube filling. Adult and child tested and approved!! Definitely takes your basic croissant to the next level! - Chocolate Kouign Amann: Perfect cheewy, flakey texture with just the right amount of chocolate. Not overwhelmingly sweet. This was probably my favorite of the two! If you haven't yet tried Ayala Coffee, you really should add it to your list! It's worth every penny!

My boyfriend and I ordered the 16oz Iced Leche Flan latte and Ube latte (with espresso added). Both…read moredrinks tasted exactly like their names and had a rich, smooth flavor without being too overly sweet. For savory items, we ordered the tocino sausage and spamganisa sandwiches w/ egg added. My boyfriend thought the spamganisa needed some sort of kick like hot sauce, but we both agreed the tocino tasted better: it had a nice balance of sweetness and savoriness. For sweets, we ordered the caramelized honey butter toast and ube champorado croissant. The honey butter toast was aesthetically yummy, but was difficult to cut into and the bread tasted slightly overcooked so it was hard to bite into. However, the ube champorado croissant had a nice crunch and ube filling inside! The service was quick, the area where the cafe is located is nice and the decoration and lighting made the cafe very aesthetically pleasing. However, they do have limited seating, but if you go around the morning on a weekday, there might not be too many people which is nice if you're not into crowds. We would recommend: Tocino sausage sandwich, Ube and Leche Flan latte & Ube champorado croissant We would definitely come back to try out the other drinks and food options!

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!

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

This has been my go-to coffee shop every weekend for the last couple of years. To put it simply,…read moretheir coffee is fantastic. Specifically, their cold brew which is extremely smooth and strong, and in my opinion you don't even need to put anything in it unless you really want something sweet, although why would you get a cold brew if that's the case lol. Also packs quite a bit of caffeine so you'll be good for the rest of the day. Their pastries are pretty solid as well, although a bit on the pricier side. The cafe itself is on the smaller side but still an ample amount of seating. It's excellent for meeting with a friend, however the tables are rather small so it is less study friendly unless you manage to snag one of the bigger tables by the entrance. Which is admittedly pretty tough to do unless you get here right when it opens or catch a lucky break when someone leaves - I speak from experience. That said, it's overall a pretty solid spot to get work done. Parking in downtown Summit is a pain in general, I usually just park in the lot and walk over. Limit is at 5 hours and you will have to walk back if you want to extend it. There might be parking available by the cafe, but I'm personally less confident on how long you can to stay before getting ticketed/booted, so do so at your own risk.

Tried this coffee spot twice. The first time, the staff wasn't very warm or helpful. When I asked…read morefor recommendations, I was just told to check the menu. I ordered the coconut coffee which was okay, just a bit too sweet for my taste. The second time around, I looked over the menu ahead of time and tried a matcha. It was decent, but again a little sweeter than I personally prefer.

I recently moved cross country to Maplewood. Early on I discovered this adorable shop that serves…read morecoffee and brunch on the weekends and has a wonderful assortment of goods for the home. They also have a wide variety of nonalcoholic spirits. I meet with other writing folks regularly on Thursday mornings. Imagine my delight when I found the perfect gift for my daughter's 36th birthday at perch. I'm a regular and in intended to stay that way.

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.

Food, ambience, and service is amazing! Our waiter Reggie was excellent. I highly recommend this…read morerestaurant.

I love this restaurant. The food come out really quick, and the seasonal menu was amazing. This is…read moreone of the first brunch spots where I can focus more on talking than hungrily waiting. My server, Elijah, was very observant and professional. He handled everything my table needed before us even having to ask him. I can't wait to come back!

I had been wanting to try Liv Breads for so long, especially after all of the amazing reviews I had…read moreread and the positive feedback I had heard from family. I finally made it there the other day and was shocked at how substantial the place was. It was no small bakery, but was a full cafe and gourmet shop as well. Though I did not try their savory sandwiches, breads, salads, or spreads at that time, I did purchase some of their sweets. First, the Chocolate Rugelach were some of the best I have had. The delicate, flaky cookies were like little croissants and were ribboned with a rich chocolate spread. Their version also had hints of vanilla, which I really enjoyed. I also got one of their large Chocolate Chip Cookies, which was thin, but packed with gooey bittersweet and semi-sweet chocolate. It also had a light sprinkling of Maldon sea salt on the top. It was super decadent! Liv Breads exceeded my expectations, and I look forward to revisiting to try many more of their items.

I have never written a negative review before, which probably says something about how upsetting…read morethis experience was for me. My family and I have been regular customers at Liv Breads in Millburn for the past five or six years. I come here almost every day, often morning and evening, for coffee and breakfast, and my husband gets his coffee here literally every single day. We have always enjoyed the food and coffee and have spent a considerable amount of money supporting this bakery over the years. Even a regular black coffee here costs around $5 plus and when you are buying coffee and breakfast this frequently for years, you are clearly a loyal, paying customer. But what happened today genuinely hurt me. After finishing my coffee, I asked for the usual refill. The person serving me insisted that I bring back my used coffee cup before she would give me the refill. She then specifically told me that "a lot of people like you" have been asking for refills, and therefore she needed to see my cup before giving me one. If there is a new policy requiring customers to show their original cup, I have absolutely no problem with the policy. What upset me was the way it was communicated, particularly the phrase "people like you." As a brown-skinned Indian woman, I could not help but wonder what exactly "people like you" meant and whether I would have been spoken to the same way if I looked different. I am not claiming to know what was in anyone's mind, but I can say how the interaction made me feel: singled out, embarrassed and unwelcome. I have lived in the U.S. for years and cannot remember another interaction that made me feel this way. What makes it especially disappointing is that this wasn't an interaction between a business and someone who walked in for the first time. They know us. We have been coming here almost daily for years. Customer loyalty should mean something--not free coffee and not an exemption from reasonable policies, but simply being treated with familiarity, dignity and respect. The food and coffee have always been good, and that is exactly why we kept coming back for so many years. Unfortunately, after today's interaction, I walked away feeling deeply uncomfortable and no longer welcome. After five or six years of supporting this bakery, it genuinely makes me sad to say that I don't plan to return.

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.

Modern Indian inspired cafe with a variety of pastries, dishes, and drinks. They have a small…read moreindoor seating area as well as a nice outdoor section in the back courtyard, which is perfect for warmer weather. Food was delicious and flavorful. I came for lunch and they had a fun menu of dishes with Indian twists on them. I tried the Bombay sandwich and their Aloo Tikki burger, and thoroughly enjoyed both. I wish they could offer their masala chai in iced format for the recent hot weather, but understand that it's more authentic this way. I'll definitely try it next time.

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!

Super cute cafe! I love that they're dog friendly :)…read more I ordered the lavender honey latte, and my friend ordered the masala chai. A medium drink is around $7 here. The chai was my favorite of the two. It was very fragrant + had strong spices. It was quite sweet, so keep that in mind. At first, neither of us could taste the syrup in the latte, but the staff were very accommodating and added more for us. The space is really inviting. There's plenty of seating and parking. The bathroom was also very clean. I recommend this place as a nice cafe to stop by or wfh.

Turkish coffee plus a morsel baklava came out to ~$11, not super impressed with the food…read more Interior decor is nice however this place is packed on a weekday morning, so much chatter going on, this place feels more like a bar than a relaxing cafe