There are so few small business cafes in the area, I was relieved to find Habibi Motor Cafe…read more I stopped by here to kill some time in between appointments and thought it would be the perfect spot. With the rising population of Arab folks in the area, I loved seeing the way the culture was sprinkled in the cafe. The racing theme was cute and the drink was so good. I can't quite remember what it was called but it was coconut water and matcha. My main complaint was how small everything is, which the cafe itself cannot help. They were making the most of their space with seating and I was not able to get a seat. The cafe was filled with college students despite it being early August! I will definitely be stopping by whenever I can.

Ordered: Iced Crème Brûlée Latte (~$8): house made crème…read morebrûlée sauce, sweet cream top, and brûlée crust Cortado (~$5) Aya's take: Habibi Motor Cafe combines my two interests of cars & coffee! Being Middle Eastern myself, I liked the unique concept and knew I had to stop by when we were in the area. We arrived around 5pm and it was extremely loud & busy. The atmosphere and seating gives relaxing environment, but in reality, there were people with laptops (on a Saturday), kids running around, and generally the acoustics inside aren't great. Nonetheless, we placed an order and grabbed a table. I got the Iced Crème Brûlée Latte which was very well executed. It's rich, bold, and had notes of vanilla and burnt caramel. They definitely nailed the crème brûlée flavor. Even the Cortado was nicely presented and soothing. I liked that the flavor profile in the espresso was not overpowered by the milk or extraction process. I was also bummed that they didn't have their cool cups that say "Habibi" on them! Their branding is one of the things that caught my eye about them and it sucks to see them switching to nonbranded cups (assuming for cost reasons). Overall, it was worth a try!

My husband and I were in the area and wanted to grab a coffee. Cute cafe with a nice…read moresitting/working area. However we weren't the biggest fan of the drinks, The latte was good but had a lot of foam. The matcha was fine but didn't have a strong matcha taste and tasted very milky. I did ask for less ice so this contributed to the extra milkiness. A large hot latte with white mocha and peanut butter and oat milk and a special ice matcha came to $17 and change. We were both a little shocked by the price. It's $0.50 a syrup, not sure if oat milk was another extra charge. For the price I'd expect both drinks to taste amazing. Cute cafe but think I'd try someplace else next time.

environment 10/10: i love the windows in this cafe. its on the corner so they have a lot of…read morewindows/natural sunlight so it was nice and i love the festive decor that they had inside. this place is definitely suitable for large parties and offers a variety of seating choices. parking 5/10: street parking.. (parallel parking is hard for me) menu 9/10: i wish they offered more of a variety of brunch items but the drink options were spectacular i got a hot chocolate bcs i was craving something warm but it was delicious price: $$

This coffee was delicious. Omgosh. I watched the employee make my iced latte FRESH from the…read moreespresso machine. & what a sweet young lady she was too! She engaged in conversation with me, as I am not from Jersey and helped me with the menu clarity. There is no parking lot here, but alot of street parking. Inside is very clean with a gender neutral bathroom and some cute decor. The prices are decent. Dessert pieces are a little pricey, but very big. They do have soo many sweet treats. They also have specialty turkish sweets and others such as cheesecake, dubai chocolate, parfaits & other things that I do not even know the name of. I wish i could try them all without getting cavities haha. When I come back to Jersey I will definitely be coming back to this cafe as it is a hot commodity to me!

Best coffee I've had in NJ!!! It was my first time trying…read morethis place despite attending Rutgers a couple years back! I wish I had tried this muchhhh sooner-- 1st time; Tried the Iced Caramel Voltage. It was sooo good, perfectly sweet and the quality of the coffee was well roasted. 2nd time; Tried the Iced Crème Brûlée Latte. Also very delicious, they mix vanilla powder into the milk and it's so flavorful! My friend tried the hot Biscoff Latte and also absolutely loved it-- Sooo many options on the menu and sweet treats to choose from (it can get overwhelming!) My only note is that they only had one person running the shop both times I visited and there was quite some traffic for one person to handle. The other time visiting, they were mostly out of select coffees, decaf, etc by Noon and limited w milk stock.

4.75 stars There…read morearen't too many cafés in NJ that specialize in Matcha, so I was so excited when I discovered Machapresso on instagram. The baristas were nice and friendly. Location: Wicks Shopping Plaza next to Le Peep off of Rt. 1 in Edison Parking: Parking lot can get busy throughout the day, but people come and go so it's not too bad. They're open every day from 10AM to 9 PM. The café has a good amount of seating and tables. The decor is modern, open, airy, and zen. They have two kiosks where you can self order to save time, especially if it's busy. They serve different levels of matcha gelato, matcha affogato, tarts, and Basque cheesecakes. Their black sesame basque cheesecake is my favorite! I have to try their gelato for my next visit. They have various Matcha drinks on the menu, espresso, and Hojicha which has less caffeine than matcha and coffee. I've been here twice and the first time I had their Biscoff cookie Hojicha latte with pistachio milk. It was so delicious! Definitely sweet, but I so I will ask for just one pump of the syrup next time. I think Hojicha pairs better with the Biscoff cookie instead of Matcha. I ordered my husband, an espresso, Matcha latte, but it was definitely way too much caffeine for him. On my most recent visit, I ordered the banana pudding Matcha latte with oat milk. I also upgraded to a premium Matcha, but sadly, I can't remember the name of it! It was really delicious, but a bit too sweet for me. It can be tricky to find the perfect balance of sweetness and umami, but as long as I can taste the Matcha, and the drink is good, I'm happy. The cheesecake is a lovely treat. Thick, but soft, not too sweet. Yum! Unfortunately, they no longer allow reusable cups. Even Starbucks and Dunkin offer a discount and allow personal cups. There's too much waste created by plastic that could easily be avoided. But I digress. I will happily return as this location is close to me and I'm looking forward to trying some of their other seasonal drink drinks. If you're new to Matcha, you should definitely try one of their syrup drinks, or a classic matcha latte.

No more going to NYC for matcha spots! Machapresso now has locations in Closter and Edison, NJ,…read moreserving four levels of matcha ranging from the sweetest to the most bitter--and you can actually tell the difference by the color! The Edison location is in the same shopping center as 99 Ranch Market and Sunmerry Café, but it's on the other end of the plaza, which can feel a little sketchy at times. Inside, there's plenty of natural lighting, making it a great spot to study, work, or hang out with friends. I also love the modern, open-concept interior and the natural-light design! Service was great, and the matcha drinks and other matcha items I tried all tasted great. Definitely a great NJ option if you're looking for quality matcha without having to go into NYC. Next time, I'm definitely going to try more from their menu!

Drip Cafe was a spot we found on TikTok and we were so glad we decided to check it out…read more It's on the smaller side inside, so it feels more like a grab and go kind of place, but the vibes are still really cute and welcoming. Perfect for a quick coffee run with a little aesthetic moment. The latte was really good and the pastries were just as tasty. Everything felt fresh and well done. We'll definitely be back to try more of their seasonal flavors.

I like a cute cafe with a creative menu and I feel that DRIP scored in these two areas. Parking is…read moreon the street for the most part, unless you can find a space in the very cramped lot across the street-which we were able to find. Small cafe, but cute and quirky inside. There are some seating placed around the cafe-some of which looked really comfy. You can also purchase trinkets and jewelry there. Everyone seemed friendly. The only reason why this is not a four star review is because the coffee was just ok. I ordered a Fruity Pebbles iced latte and there was nothing at all FB about this drink except a few random FBs that were sprinkled on top. Which was disappointing because I was really looking for that nostalgic flavor. I may stop back by to try additional beverages. Nice addition to the area.

Amazing as usual! I…read morewent to the previous location in Edison, but it's closed now, and this location has a cute seating area. I ordered ube milk for myself, which was soooo good, and I also ordered mango milk, which was great too. But I love the Ube milk. I haven't had that kind of milk ever at any place. The paste is made fresh at the store and they don't use any powder for Ube, mango, and strawberry milk. Service was quick! I got a chance to speak with the owner and she was very sweet. Looking forward to trying some more drinks from here!

So happy to be able to get Boba close to home. The girl behind the register was awesome. She came…read moreout to help me with the kiosk and went over the different options they have. I will admit, all of the different options/selections seem a bit intimidating. Because I didn't know if i would like my own customization, i just went with a thai tea. Maybe next time I'll be more adventurous. I'll definitely be back.

What a gem Jackie's Sweets is! The name is perfectly fitting, not just for the yummy pastries and…read morecakes, but for the delightful staff as well. This was my second visit, and once again, everyone was incredibly patient and nice. The atmosphere is bright yet cozy, they have plenty of books and a lot of room to catch up with friends or settle in for some work. This time around, we tried the Coco Cloud Matcha. If you enjoy fun and funky beverages, this is a must; it's a blend of coconut water and matcha that somehow tastes sweet and milky while remaining both rich and refreshing. I'm not sure how they pull it off, but I'm obsessed! If you prefer a more traditional option, the Strawberry Matcha is a decadent choice, I love that you can actually taste the fresh strawberry compote. We also had the Tres Leches Coffee, which featured a perfect balance of creaminess and bold espresso notes. We ordered it hot this time, and while I personally find it ideal iced, it's wonderful that it works so well both ways. For treats, we chose the Dulce de Leche cake. While the sponge wasn't quite as moist as I expected, the overall flavor was superb, especially with the addition of the meringue. To balance the sweetness with something salty, we added a savory spinach and feta pastry. Definitely ask for it to be heated for the best experience!Not pictured, but equally noteworthy, were the empanadas. They offer both beef and chicken, served with a delicious green cilantro sauce. Whether you need a quick caffeine stop or a productive place to get some work done, Jackie's Sweets is the place to be!

Jackie's is a sweet spot with lots of pastries to choose from. We love the staff. They make you…read morefeel like family. Beautiful mural on the walk. Comfortable seating.

In search of a local cafe, I came across this cute, and easily overlooked, cafe right across from…read morethe CVS on a main road I pass all the time. Was cautious at first due to no sign of other patrons but had come to learn that the cafe is new as of this year and slowly working there way up. The mom of the family-owned business was very welcoming and made amazing matcha lattes! If coming in for the first time, do not be surprised if there is no food showcased - as they business is still new, they make the dishes from scratch and thus to avoid waste (which I 100% support). I am looking forward to come here for more matchas and to also see how the cafe prospers. TLDR: This up-and-coming family owned restaurant makes great matcha lattes and if you're looking for a quiet place to read/study/small talk this is a nice choice.

I saw a review on Facebook and just had to try it. My husband stopped by and got us a Nutella latte…read moreand breakfast at this cute little cafe. The lattes were great and the croissant sandwich was delicious. My husband got a cute mug for being a first time customer. Will definitely be going back!!