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Jive’s Cafe

4.0 (24 reviews)

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Leah H.

Loved coming in here! The decorations were incredible and we loved the live singer. All the food and coffee was delicious and we can't wait to go back in January. I got the veggie panini and the coffee flight and my friend got the chocolate chip pancakes and the Sugar Cookie latte. I also got the Dubai Chocolate latte while we were waiting and it was amazing!!!

Melanie B.

This coffee shop is incredibly welcoming with a large amount of tables. It's located in a strip mall so there is plenty of parking. Staff is attentive and there is a 90 minute table limit although this was no issue. The restrooms were extremely clean and child friendly. The prices are also very fair. Would highly recommend a visit!

Audrey L.

This was such a surprise, especially for the area! A live singer near Jackson NJ, in a parking lot!!! The owner gave us my cupcake, apple danish and pecan tart on the house for the wait. We really appreciated that! They were all delicious!!! I had the spinach and feta omelette... it was really good. My mom got chocolate chip pancakes, can't go wrong with that! My boyfriend got a western omelette but started off with the coffee flight...it was very sweet but he enjoyed it! The pretty leaves and ambience made the experience even better!!! Xoxo

Susie R.

The food and the coffee was excellent! The Halloween tasting board of coffees was delicious and fun with the smoke coming from the pot. Highly recommend! Loved the decor. The staff was friendly and helpful. The toast was to die for. I will definitely be back!

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Justeena C.

Great coffee flights. Beautifully decorated space, super cozy. Had live music when I went.

Lisa C.

Service was great, super friendly. I ordered mini pancakes and an iced caramel macchiato. Delicious! The place is decorated super cute!

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Charlie T.

Today was their soft opening. Just happened to stop in and glad we did. The atmosphere is very vintage cabaret. Comfortable and warm and all of the employees are friendly. Menu is limited but they said they will be adding more as the weeks go on. Turkey sandwich was delicious and filling. And the caramel latte was good too. Will definitely return

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J H.

I'm sorry. I wanted to love this place. Their flights were really cute and their servers are so sweet. The owners are very kind and welcoming. But definitely need to work out the kinks in the kitchen. The bacon was raw, they ran out of gluten-free options and didn't tell us until AFTER waiting 15 minutes. That was most upsetting. They also ran out of the Matcha flight and didn't tell us until after we were waiting 15 minutes and other tables after us got theirs. I have a feeling they may have lost our check? Forgot our side order of bacon, but after seeing the raw bacon come out, we didn't even want it. The Toast flight was very flavorful, but NOT even toasted. It was just bread!!!! The avocado toast was flavorful, but served on very small slices of bread. Almost like a baguette. I will return and I am just writing this review to provide feedback on how to do better. I really want this place to succeed.

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Cute spot with rich, moody decor giving it unique, independent vibe. Very friendly staff. I grabbed an iced coffee which was good.

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2 years ago

Yummy food and coffee! Quick service! Just gets busy May want to put your name down if sitting!

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Awful attitudes. Their desserts were not fresh. It has really declined recently. They were better when they were less busy.

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I loved this cafe!! Me and my friends enjoyed coming here and chatting! It's so cute and aesthetically pleasing! I will be coming back!

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