I was highly disappointed by my experience at Sankofa Cafe. After hearing about this spot…read moreyesterday, I specifically came out to support a Black, women-owned business. Unfortunately, I encountered a severe lack of professionalism and legal compliance from leadership. Immediately upon entering, the barista nicely notified me that dogs were not allowed. I politely explained that he is a trained service animal and asked if I needed to speak with a manager. The barista was respectful and allowed us access. Unfortunately, minutes later, the owner, Jessica Troupe, stepped in aggressively. When I notified her of his status, she was completely dismissive, setting a very poor example for her young staff member. Her confrontational and aggressive approach showed a clear ignorance of both the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD) guidelines regarding public accommodations. If you rely on a service animal, please be warned. I will not be supporting this establishment. I hope management takes immediate steps to properly educate themselves on accessibility laws

What a vibe and a half! This place is genuinely chill and a place intended for people to come,…read morechill, work, whatever. Steeped in Ghanaian culture, it's a modern, unassuming space designed for comfort and gathering-- reflective of African coffee culture! The coffee tastes authentic-- heavy berry and earthy notes, as you should find in African origin coffee. My first time at a new cafe, I always order just plain coffee and always have the first sip just black. Did NOT disappoint and only tasted better with the addition of crème. (Real quality coffee needs no bells and whistles... although they do offer many delectable flavors and coffee (and teas) drinks!) The owner is a sweetheart. While I just met up with a friend of mine for coffee, I will make it a point to come here again and support this community, woman- and black- owned business.

I can't wait to come back here! The lucky charm matcha was amazing! The barista recommended this…read moredrink and it did not disappoint! She was kind and welcoming as well. Great ambiance to enjoy your coffee alone or with company.

My first and last coffee shop I tried in NJ. This place is so cute and has so many options. I love…read moreube and matcha and they have it. The booths are comfy for social hangs and they have games too! Best of all, Mica is the sweetest barista there ever was.

This place is a true hidden gem. It's tucked behind a tiny plaza, and if you didn't know it was…read morethere, you'd drive right past it, which would be a personal loss, honestly. From the moment you step into the enclosed entrance, the vibe is calm, cozy, and immediately promising. You can tell it's designed for outdoor seating when the weather's nice, but even during the colder months, it holds up. The menu has a solid selection with seasonal drinks mixed in, so there's always something new to try instead of defaulting to the same order every time. Shoutout to the merch by the register because it's genuinely funny and dangerously tempting. I showed restraint. Barely. The seating area is where this place really shines. There are plenty of options, great natural light streaming in through the windows, and just the right amount of quiet. It's perfect for getting work done, catching up with a friend, or simply sitting there enjoying the peace like the responsible adult you pretend to be. All around, a great spot with an easy, welcoming vibe. Already looking forward to coming back, especially when it's warm enough to see what the outdoor seating is all about.

This place is an absolute gem, what a find! Located in a parking lot, it is a bit hard to find the…read moreentrance. There's indoor and outdoor seating, and the service is impeccable. I came here on a Wednesday afternoon and ordered the Sandy - chai with maple spice foam and I got it hot. Boy, did this hit the spot! I also got a chickpea blonde which was sensational. I was so pleased with both that I plan on becoming a regular. The price was $15 with tip for both which seems to be the standard rate for things nowadays. They have a nice drink menu with a decent selection. The store has a nice selection of stickers, cards, and other adorable take homes. I will be back here and highly recommend!

Yes yes yes. Went on one of the hottest days but they have both indoor and outdoor seating. Loved…read morethe music. They have an upstairs area as well. Great service and even better sea salt caramel toffee latte. It was so good. I can't wait to go back. I also had their beef patty which was delicious. Next time I want to try one of their sweets! They have jazz every other Sunday too which we were told is always a good time. There is street parking around.

This place has such a nice atmosphere and I love coming for the jazz events on the weekend or to…read moresit and work for a few hours. My favorite things are their pastries, especially the raspberry and chocolate one. They're always fresh baked and definitely get them toasted. I'm not the biggest fan of the coffees but I'm not a big coffee drinker. I find that the flavorings are a little too sweet. So usually I just stick to the pastries, but they and the ambiance are definitely work coming back for time and time again.

Fast and friendly service. Great matcha latte options with milk alternatives. The matcha is good…read morequality and doesn't come as a pre sweetened powder. Nice cosy little atmosphere with plenty of seating inside and outside.

I came here for an evening craft and game night and it was wonderful. The staff was so welcoming…read moreand it was warm and cozy inside. I had the rose London fog immunity boost drink. It was very flavorful without any additives and the rose complemented the tea well. It tasted like real tea, not artificial syrup. I would definitely go back and thought the prices were also decent.

Amazing coffee shop. Everything I've gotten there has been an absolute hit. The baristas are also…read morevery nice. The cafe itself is super cute and it's a great spot for those like myself who work from home and need a change of scenery for a couple hours. Great addition to the area.

The customer service:A1 Highly recommend the Rose Lemonade…read more(extra rose) & the coffee cake. The aesthetics: AMAZING & INVITING!! This has become my new favorite after work spot. Will I be returning?....ABSOF**KINGLUTELY !!!! Tomorrow, right after work!!!!

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.

I really enjoy the matcha they have here, it tastes like great quality and then the pastries and…read morechia seed pudding are just the cherry on top for me. The service is great, no matter who's working you're getting a good drink. Nice environment to sit down and enjoy your food and good music played.

The coffee is good and the staff is very friendly and helpful. Raw decor with wood benches and…read moremetal tables and chairs. There is different reclaimed wood and coffee bags on the walls.