Arrived early for the Thomas Edison Historic Site and walked around the area. This unique corner…read moreCoffee Shop had the bright idea of going with the local theme of homage to Edison. Great idea, it caught our eye and we decided to check it out. Nice & cozy feel, with an Edison theme, small, but plenty of seating. The owner was friendly, and made a good cup of coffee. He pointed out that they had an early Edison invention by the door which was cool. We sat on the comfy sofa people watching while sipping our coffee up until the Park opened. Definitely a bright idea to visit this Shop on your way to explore.

REVIEW UPDATE: Last…read moreweekend my husband and I stopped in Light Bulb Coffee Shop. He got an Americano. I asked the barista what she would recommend - she said an Iced Chai with flavored syrup. I went with her recc and went with pistachio. It was good. We sat inside and the place set is in full Halloween mode. Plus there are neat tabletop games and a legit piece of history inside. Another day, I stopped in to pick up drinks to go for a day trip car ride. An Americano for him (again) and a Mocha Latte for me with almond milk. I normally don't get lattes but I'm glad I did because it was really well made. Perfect on a fall morning. I would recommend checking Light Bulb Coffee Shop out if you have chance!

Small cute coffee shop in west orange, NJ. Barista was super friendly and made great suggestions…read more The coffee shop seems very kid-friendly. I saw toys and colorful decorations. Pastry display is a little small but all options seem delicious. I got a plain croissant. I love that they had specialty drinks for the fall. I got the Caramel Apple Butter Latte. So yummy and feels like fall in a cup.

The owners are such warm kind-hearted people. They truly serve their clients with joy and delight…read moreand it's impossible not to be touched by their sweet spirits.

The owner is warm and welcoming. The doors are open to all walks to life and that is very…read morecomforting to know that this is a safe space. The food looks absolutely delightful and the reviews support how amazing the taste is! To the person who commented about the pride sticker and not being able to support this business because they support people like me... maybe consider grabbing a cup of coffee and sitting with someone who may be different than yourself. Some great discussions can be had over a good ole cup of coffee. You might learn something. I recommend a single shot of expresso and one of the mouthwatering sandwiches on brioche. My parents taught me to take the high road and treat others with love, id rather leave a note of change, than a message of hate. Peace, love and happiness

Located on a side street this cafe was very hard to spot as it's not obvious. There is only street…read moreparking for 3 hrs 8a-10p not sure the days but I believe Mon-Thurs. It's a very small homey like cafe where the few that were there seemed to have built a community. My mom and I came on a whim before a hike to the waterfall at Hemlock Falls at South Mountain Reservation. I ordered the avocado toast which had cherry tomatoes, sunflower seeds, crumbled feta and sriracha. While it wasn't overboard on the spice, if you are sensitive I would choose something else. My mom had the egg platter which came with scrambled eggs, bacon (turkey or pork) she had turkey bacon, white toast and the best seasoned sweet potatoes she's had. We also both had coffee she had a caramel latte and I had a white mocha, which were ok. The food was good but it was on the pricey side. It's a great spot if you are local otherwise I wouldn't go out of my way to travel here.

I always love coming here! Not only is a coffee great, but…read morethe ambience is unbeatable, and the owner is truly the sweetest . Their lattes are delicious and definitely give a try to their special "science" menu if you are into being surprised ! The croissants are not the best I've had in town, it would definitely be nice if they offer some salty items on the menu, but I understand that their focus is coffee.

Paper Plane Coffee is located in Upper Montclair. Seating here is similar to a plane but being…read morepopular all were taken. Raj often comes here and today had a different coffee - the Paper Plane Tonic consisting of Orange, Tonic and Espresso. He enjoyed it a lot. I had the iced Nam-Dam which consisted of a cold brew with cardamom and sweetened condensed milk. It was delicious and I could have had two! We got high stools and sat by the front window. This cafe is Columbian-American with beans from Columbia. In the refrigerator, I found to my surprise Spēka, the chocolate covered cottage cheese bar in assorted flavors that I had sampled at the Restaurant Show and has been difficult to find in the Big Apple. I bought four in lemon and gave one to Raj to try. The only drawback to this cafe are the hours whereby they close at 6 pm all week.

Great food. Perfect coffee…read moreGood service. Cute with a smile Maybe a hidden gem? Come and support Parking is only issue

When's the last time you had a FLAWLESS experience that you weren't expecting??…read more THIS IS IT!! *PERFECT CUSTOMER SERVICE *PERFECT ATMOSPHERE *PERFECT PRODUCTS/SELECTION *PERFECT COFFEE AND FOOD *PERFECT KNOWLEDGE AND CONVERSATION This random stop couldn't have made my wife and I happier, it really made our morning and afternoon. Alexander and I wish I would have asked the female's name, well, it was a pleasure meeting them both. I wish this establishment the best and I also wish it was a lot closer to me. If you're on the fence about having a great morning with perfect coffee, just stop in and experience yourself. PS.... The spanakopita

if you're looking to support local, small, POC-owned businesses -- you've gotta stop by the new…read morewest orange diner. it's ambiance is cozy and small but there is nothing small about the food portions and flavor. not only are you getting fresh ingredients but nothing is frozen, your food is being made fresh and right in-front of your eyes in their open kitchen. their staff is kind and welcoming and their chef, felipe cariño, is knowledgeable, clean and friendly. i can't wait to keep trying their menu and i hope their business continues to flourish. recommend 10/10.

Fresh and delicious food? Check…read more Friendly service? Check Cute summer decor? Check We ate at the New West Orange Diner in late July. The Belgian waffle and avocado toast were both wonderful. We also ordered a pasta to go to eat after a wedding, the reason for going to NJ in the first place. The pasta was delicious even after sitting in the fridge for a few hours and I had the leftovers for lunch the next day.

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.

Wanted to check this location out…read more Parking spots along the side of building. Place has a good vibe and is huge inside to settle. I did get the crème brûlée latte and my husband got a black coffee. It was good but I don't think it was worth the pricing it was plus service was a little off. Staff seemed a little standoff-ish even when trying to place our order. Hopefully it was just an off day.

First impressions: this place is large with a lot of seating even accommodating larger groups of 5…read moreor 6. I went here on a Friday afternoon and it was moderately busy. There were two people in line in front of me, but they moved at a decent pace. Service was standard, good, but nothing exceptional. I got a 12 oz. chai latte, and it had a lot of spices, but tasted a bit watered down. Mid-drink the taste got better. I think next time I'll get a flat white. They have a nice menu including tea options. The baked goods look very yummy and I'll have to try one next time. I would come back here and setup shop to do work. I think this is a great place for gathering and there's a lot of potential here.

We were greeted by the super friendly staff and felt the warmth of the cafe…read more I got an iced pistachio latte w/ oat milk and loved the tall glass mug it came in. The ice cubes were perfect for an iced beverage. My husband said the cappuccino was a bit weak but it looked good. The wellness bar hit the spot and was most and delicious. We also split the chocolate chip banana bread which they warmed up to make it super yummy. Stop in and share a coffee or pastry with friends. There were also people doing homework or holding meetings. Plenty of room for everyone! The lights and soft music make it cozy and relaxing.

I don't know why I don't come here more often, but for someone who lives in the town next door, I…read moreshould frequent this place more. With a vibrant interior and welcoming atmosphere, the Twisted Tulip should not be skipped. I came here on a Tuesday afternoon and was pleasantly surprised by the amount of folks working on laptops. This is the perfect place to curl up with a beverage of choice, little snack, and buckle down to get some work done. Despite the amount of people, the noise volume was moderate. Service was good, but a little brisk. The interior is decorated with various pieces of art and there are dog treats in the front for your pet. The exterior has outdoor seating which is really nice. I got the pistachio macaron which was the perfect texture, but a bit lacking in flavor. I also got the pumpkin marshmallow latter which was surprisingly not that sweet to my relief. It really hit that pumpkin flavor spot. Price point was $10 with $1 tip, pretty standard for this area. In my previous visits, I got the chai latte which I thoroughly enjoyed. This is the perfect hang out spot for group projects or for getting work done. Can't recommend enough.

I go here often enough and the customer service is amazing. They also have rewards and an app now…read moreso I recommend getting your points. Nice black-owned spot with variety of vegan options and it is clean. There's space to dine-in and they are open on Sundays. The energy is also open enough where strangers will have a convo while waiting. Coming from Brooklyn, I'm happy to have this spot so close to where I am now. Savory: My go-to is the chickpea tuna sandwich. I've tried it on a roll, long sub, and gluten-free... highly recommend the long sub. It's way too messy on the roll for me. Typically get it with the works. The potato salad is also very good most of the time (sometimes the potatoes are a little undercooked). I've also had the macaroni salad and the fried mushroom sandwich which are also good. I definitely enjoyed the thanksgiving special with stuffing (highly recommend that if they bring it back this year). Tip: if ordering a hero and you don't see yourself eating the entire thing in one sitting, I recommend requesting for the sandwich to not be cut so you can cut it evenly on your own For baked goods: the peach cobbler is good and it comes in a cute cup with a little spoon. I've also had the lemon cake & rum cake. Would order all 3 again. Would love to see donuts or cinnamon rolls (hopefully without cashews or walnuts due to my allergy). DRINKS: I haven't had a drink there that I would get again. The teas are overwhelmingly sweet; hibiscus punch was a lot like kool-aid to me. I also don't recommend the matcha if you are a matcha snob. Harper's Cafe is a great black-owned spot for a consistently good latte and they use quality matcha if you want quality nearby. Great spot with lots of options, especially if you're looking for a black-owned spot to support.

The crispy crabby patty was everything and then some! The flavor and texture didn't skip a beat…read more Truly a 10/10 and something I would return for. And their desserts, so many great options. Service was great ! Whom helped me was very nice. And although I did take out , the ambiance was welcoming! Very nicely done. My first time and definitely not my last. Thank youuu How Delish !