I had a really great experience here thanks to Ryan. Asked for gluten free bread and got the best bacon egg and cheese breakfast sandwich I've ever had in my life. They added some type of maple syrup sauce to it. I can't wait to go back and have it again. read more

Hallowed Grounds Coffee - Gluten free bacon egg and cheese toasted breakfast sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Merchantville, New Jersey

This coffee shop/café is very cute and very small, with just a few stools in the window and an outdoor, uncovered patio that seats about 30-40 people. I ordered one of their specialty iced coffees, the Chocolate Covered Banana. I'd normally avoid something like this because of the sugar, but it was surprisingly not overly sweet. That said, I didn't really taste much banana. The ordering setup is a bit unusual. You place food orders at one counter and coffee at another. The coffee came out quickly, but the Caesar wrap took over 20 minutes. It didn't seem especially busy in person, so they may have been juggling delivery orders. The kitchen is very small and appeared to have just one cook at the time. It's a family-run business, which is really sweet. It did seem like the owners' kids were working the counters, and they felt a bit inexperienced when it came to handling volume or order issues. On a nice day, it's a lovely spot to sit outside. In bad weather, though, takeout or delivery are really your only options. It's definitely on the pricier side. The Caesar wrap was over $15, and the coffee came to about $8 with tip, though both portions were quite large. I will say, the food is delicious. The wrap was honestly one of the best I've had. Freshly cooked warm chicken, just the right amount of dressing, fresh parmesan, crisp lettuce, all wrapped in a perfectly warmed wrap. I'll definitely be back, and I'm curious to see how they continue to grow and improve. read more

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Review: Locally Sourced, Tallow‑Fried, Seed‑Oil‑Free Café in Turnersville, NJ This new café at 245 Fries Mill Road in Turnersville, which opened in October 2025, is already drawing serious attention -- and for good reason. I visited on a Saturday around 10:30am, and it was packed, standing‑room only, which tells you immediately that they've struck a chord with people looking for cleaner, more intentional food. What sets this place apart is its uncompromising commitment to sourcing and cooking methods. * Their milk comes directly from a local dairy farm with pasture‑raised, grass‑fed cows. * Their coffee beans are fair trade, USDA organic, and locally roasted. * Every dish uses pasture‑raised eggs and local, grass‑fed meats. * They cook exclusively with tallow, avocado oil, olive oil, or butter -- no seed oils anywhere. * All cooking surfaces are stainless steel, carbon steel, cast iron, or copper ceramic -- no Teflon or PFOA coatings. If clean ingredients and traditional cooking fats matter to you, this is absolutely your kind of breakfast spot. Food & Drinks I ordered the braised hash, which was flavorful and satisfying. The beef itself was excellent -- tender, rich, and clearly high quality. The dish includes fresh carrots, parsnips, and kale, which won't be for everyone; personally, I wasn't a fan of those additions, but the spicy aioli brought the whole plate together nicely. Their tallow‑fried donuts are an interesting concept. While I appreciate the clean‑ingredient approach, the donut itself was firmer and less sweet than I prefer, and you can definitely taste the tallow. They were also on the expensive side for what they delivered. For a drink, I tried the peanut butter banana chocolate macchiato. The idea is great, but in execution it was overly sweet, and I couldn't really taste the peanut butter or banana. Next time I'll stick to a classic mocha. The chocolate chip cookie had a lovely buttery flavor and that homemade feel you only get when there are no emulsifiers or additives, though it leaned a bit dry. Service & Atmosphere Despite the crowd, the service was friendly, attentive, and warm. Everything is made fresh to order, and you can feel the pride behind the counter. The baked goods have a home‑baked, clean‑ingredient character, which is refreshing compared to the overly processed pastries you find elsewhere. Overall This café fills a unique niche in the breakfast scene -- clean, local, intentional cooking with a focus on traditional fats and high‑quality sourcing. Some items hit better than others, but the philosophy is admirable, and the execution is thoughtful. If you care about seed‑oil‑free cooking, local farms, and real ingredients, this place is absolutely worth visiting. read more

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My first time at coffee shop! Everything was very good! Coffee was smooth and so many flavors to choose from!! I will definitely be back! My daughter and I enjoyed it!! All Halloween themed so cool and different . read more

Hallowed Grounds Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Merchantville, New Jersey

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This review is for the Turnersville location. Really nice staff. Place is very clean. I ordered an iced campfire (I think that's what it was called). It was too sweet for me. Next time, I'll stick to my iced cold brews or iced espresso. I ordered the breakfast sandwich with bacon on focaccia bread - very delicious. Very hearty sandwich. It came with a sides of potatoes. I will definitely try other menu items. read more

Hallowed Grounds Coffee - Iced Camp Fire - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Merchantville, New Jersey

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been dying to try this place and it didn't disappoint. the flavors were great and it was very cute. tiny inside but tons of outdoor seating, would be so nice to come back on a nice day. read more

Hallowed Grounds Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Merchantville, New Jersey

Pretty decent, nothing earth shattering. Very small space, was crowded. Coffee was good. I think I would come back in the warmer weather and sit outside and possibly grab some food. Worth a stop in, I'll go back if/when I'm in the area. read more

Bring back the Dubai matcha! It changed my life and made such a good impression on me I try to come at least once a month. The banana matcha latte was also divine read more

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Fantastic coffee and very friendly baristas. They are sometimes out of their seasonal drinks, but all the staples are well made and consistently good! Love that you can get great food right there in the next kiosk inside the same building! read more

soft opening of Turnersville location. Cute inside. Friendly staff. Clean. Will go back. My drink was on the sweeter side. Breakfast sandwich was a hit. read more

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Absolutely love this new coffee shop! I've been here a few times now for coffee and only had one that I wasn't a huge fan of (and it was just because I didn't like the taste of the syrup they used). Every other drink has been 10/10! They have such an interesting menu with rotating speciality drink options. The first time I came I got a cannoli iced coffee from their specials and it came with a whole mini cannoli on top! I also recently got the Phillies Phlight and each drink was so yummy and unique - and I loved that it had a seltzer and matcha in it so it wasn't all coffee! This place even got me to stop in on a Wednesday morning before work - which is something I never do during the week. But they have been offering a Summerween drink every Wednesday in August in anticipation for the fall and I couldn't resist the pumpkin mocha they offered one Wednesday. So glad I stopped by because it was my favorite drink I've gotten so far and I can't wait to see what they offer in the fall! I don't frequent coffee shops very often as they feel like more of a treat for me, but I can't stop coming back to this place as they knock it out of the park each time. read more

Love it. It's a great spot to come on a beautiful day. It's super cute (heads up, it's mostly outdoor seating). Service was great. I prob didn't need the sugar but splurged on the s'mores latte (the marshmallow was really yummy). Haven't tried any food but the people eating here seemed to enjoy it. I'll def be back. read more

Hallowed Grounds Coffee - S'mores cold latte (delicious marshmallow!) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Merchantville, New Jersey

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So glad I tried this place! I got a s'mores latte and they toasted the marshmallow and threw it in there- yum!! The marshmallow was made from scratch from another company also! Super cute inside, there are 2 counters - 1 for food orders and 1 for drink orders. The people working there were super sweet too! All in all great experience, can't wait to visit again! read more

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The food was amazing! The ladies were super friendly! & quick service. The coffee was absolutely delightful!

Hallowed Grounds Coffee shares a tiny indoor space with Thyme Kitchen. There are two separate registers; one for food and one for drinks. The interior is very small with maybe two bar seats, and the rest is outdoor seating with tables and umbrellas inside. When it was busy, it got very cramped in there. Lots of different coffee options with many specials and flavors available. However, definitely on the pricier side as the bigger sizes of drinks could be $6+. I got the iced brown sugar latte with house made oat milk, which was a great touch. Overall, a good spot to stop by for a to go coffee or to sit outdoors. Not sure what they'll do when the weather starts turning cold as the inside seating is pretty much nonexistent. Treat yourself to one of their specials! read more

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Really good coffee & fun menu. Small business that is super busy so you need to be patient when there. If I go again I will try some of their food because the menu is intriguing. Overall a cute good coffee shop. read more

I went here awhile ago and the food was amazing. Options were plentiful. Would recommend

super cute shop with a ton of options depending on your appetite, preference, or allergy. we grabbed some morning cold brews along with a few breakfast sammies and honestly, every part of the morning was stupendous. shout out to the team for great service, great bites and a perfect start to the busy morning. read more

Attention all coffee lovers, this shop is a MUST try! Omg I cannot stress how yummy the coffee here is! This tiny cafe has got to have some of the BEST coffee I've ever had with an endless combination of flavors! First time visitors make note the cafe shares its space with Thyme Kitchen which is why food must is ordered separately at the back register. The space is veryyyy small and mornings/weekends are typically packed to the point where customers are literally on top of each other however the coffee, in my opinion, is worth the wait. Staff is incredibly friendly and very helpful. Making a decision on what to order is so difficult bc there are so many unique coffee and tea options to select from however I love their iced coconut latte with coconut cold foam. As far as pricing goes, they're comparable to Starbucks. The prices might seem high but I'd rather spend my money at a family owned joint than your typical chain. Definitely give this place a shot, perhaps espresso shot read more

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Food- French toast was delicious Service- the place that sings you "happy birthday" AND makes a terrific Latte? They have my heart. Ambiance- outdoor seating, only, with well organized patio area; plenty of tables/chairs. read more

New in town that takes pride in specializing in their cup of joes. However, I think it got overwhelming with the number of orders coming in and causing a jam of delays of drinks being made. I hope they work out their kinks being that they are still trying to get use to the flow of things. My husband got "Drunk in Kentucky" which had smoke effect coming out. Was it necessary? Probably not, but I thought it was quite cool. I waited over half a hour for mine to just realize that another patron took my coffee. They were accommodating and comped me for my drink for the next visit. I got "The Neapolitan" and it wasn't just pretty and appealing, it was yummy. Their coffee specialties menu rotates periodically based on season. They also offer flights which we will be trying. Also be sure to pick up a loyalty card. read more

One of the best lattes I have ever had. Worth the money. Shop is cute and small. Service was fast but the place does fill up. Will be going back to see their drink specials for next month. read more

This place is soooo cute! The vibes are super cozy and the staff were very welcoming and helpful with suggestions. I got a strawberry coconut milk refresher and it was delicious! The refreshers are made with real fruit puree and you can tell by the quality of the drink. I will definitely be coming back to try more stuff of their menu, especially the food!! So happy I found this hidden gem. read more

Hallowed Grounds Coffee - Strawberry coconut milk refresher - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Merchantville, New Jersey

This coffee shop is definitely a must-try around this area. We ordered a Smore latte last week, it was delicious and well- balanced, not too sweet. This week we tried the season flight, which consisted of four flavors of your choice. Again, the drink tasted pretty good. Recommended to try out this place. We'll come back to try out all the drink on the menu. read more

Hallowed Grounds Coffee - Hallowed flight - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Merchantville, New Jersey

Been here twice, frustrated with the service twice. Feels like it could be a great spot if they figure it out.

this place is AMAZING! can get busy and it takes a decent amount of time for the drinks, but that's literally because the baristas are crafting masterpieces. delicious drinks and honestly relatively decent price for what you're getting (a masterpiece) read more

Amazing unique coffee and such friendly helpful staff!! This is a place you must check out!!