(Dined 07/12/2023 WE @ 3:15pm): They may serve frothy things at this place on Franklin, but I opted for something dirty and some pastries!
A local realtor suggested Froth On Franklin as a convenient place for our initial in-person meeting. This place was barely a ten-minute walk from my friend's place which was great and allowed me to further familiarize myself with the neighborhood. Generally speaking, I wasn't much of a coffee person, but I was usually open to eatery exploration. Would I find options other than frothiness!?
PURCHASE
Iced Dirty Chai w/Lowfat Milk 24floz Cup ($5.95): Since I didn't drink coffee (unless I was taste-testing it), my other option was tea and frankly the name caught my attention. With a light aroma of various baking spices and a more overt matching flavor, this was an enjoyable refreshing drink during this humid day. I could've done with less ice since it took up so much space in the cup, and the lactose residual effect was no bueno when I got back to my friend's place, but I'd order this again. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=AWPyzb2o30nqKDJTUjqRdw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
Cheese Danish ($4.50): A large flaky pastry with blueberries and a dusting of powdered sugar, this was a lovely way to introduce myself to this small establishment. I wished I asked if it could've been slightly warmed up; nonetheless, it was tasty and filling while paired with my drink. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=ubkpuDFj1vBoUynTp1I7TA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
THE "APPLE FRITTER IS TAKING OVER THE WORLD TOUR" CONTINUED... Filled Apple Fritter ($4.25): I dove into this the following morning. Not that I was an apple fritter snob - eff it...yes I was! - but there was a certain way I liked mine. 1st, the price was comparably higher to the going rate. 2nd, it was generally round, thick and dense as I liked but not generally fluffy, and more the size of my palm (small) rather than my face (an ode to the great Goldstar Donuts in Van Nuys). 3rd, it was filled with gooey apple bits. 4th, the overall darker brown color was very good (I preferred a darker hue) with no burnt ends (I loved it burnt), and the heavy glaze made for a good cracking effect and quite a mess. It was void of any smaller crunchy odd crannies, corners, and nooks which I liked to break off into small little morsels. 5th, based on its temperature it was room temperature with zero hints of oil pockets but had gooey apple bits and juices that leaked into your mouth and dripped down your throat. Overall, it had very good value - 4.0 STARS. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=1iUCZWnpDWDfU-BBFl9HUg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
Non-Cash Fee ($0.59): There was no mention of this until I got the receipt, but this appeared to be a growing movement, so I regrettably accepted it.
SERVICE
Warmly greeted by a lone female, I was the only customer at the time, so she quickly handled my order. She continued to clean as closing time neared when eventually the rest of my party arrived. She cordially allowed us to stay past closing time but kindly asked us to depart when she finished. Props for her generosity and patience - thank you!
PARKING (Street Only; N/A this instance)
I walked from my friend's place. Otherwise, as was the case for much of "The Heights" in Jersey City, there were plenty of spots along the main drag of Franklin St. and all surrounding streets if you were lucky enough to find an empty spot, or you took public transportation which stopped nearby - nuff said.
ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE
A bright casual open space wooden motif with the elongated order counter and display cases directly to your left, a central communal long table https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=6MXn5XlIWEZAREy2uc19wQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw to met strangers, a cozy nook with a comfy couch and padded bench seating in the front corner, a high bar table along the other front corner along the windows, and a handful of framed pictures hung on the walls. Very good natural lighting came through all of the windows and door while soul-sucking fluorescent electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. There were no TVs while soft music played in the background. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=U6PSTtcnVDEnBdmMP_2ONA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
ATTIRE
Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops.
OVERALL
Froth On Franklin was a nice find albeit I wasn't a coffee shop person. Their hours were morning through late lunch. The prices were slightly elevated, a reasonable menu selection, very good portions, and effective service. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $16.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS read more