L O V E It's like…read morewalking into an adult sized tree house. There are a bunch of different areas for working, chatting, lounging. Two floors with the main floor having tons of bar stools, Tabes and a lower nook area with a larger table and some couches. Upstairs offers a long community table with window lounge seating bright and even whimsical with a lovely floor to ceiling book case. Menu offers snacks, small bites and more substantial meal options. They also do a happy hour special beginning at 4! I opted for a dirty chai (5/5) and scrambled egg and cheddar sandwich (5/5) both were delish! Appreciated the side salad as well! If you're looking for a spot to work, meet a friend or enjoy some time to your self reading a book definitely check it out. Staff is friendly, noise is reasonable and not disruptive, space is bright and open. Free WiFi. Plenty of places nearby if you wanted to try another spot for food. The only bummer is the Parking. There is street or nearby parking lot but street parking was full even at 9:30 AM the lot is covered but $5 for 2 hours and up from there.

I had such a lovely time here--it honestly felt like a little escape from my usual routine. The…read morefood was beautifully presented and full of flavor, every bite felt thoughtfully made. I especially appreciated how everything tasted fresh yet comforting at the same time. The service was warm and attentive without being overwhelming, which made me feel really relaxed and taken care of. And the ambiance? Just the right balance of cozy and charming--I could've easily stayed much longer. This is definitely the kind of place I'd come back to, whether for a quiet solo moment or to share with friends. It just has that effortless, welcoming vibe that makes you want to linger a little longer

Great coffee and delicious food. The staff is friendly and there is a good atmosphere.read more

Nice staff!!!! Amazing food... prompt service Will definitely come back. Highly highly recommend…read moreif you're ever in the area

We came in as a little family crew and had a really lovely experience…read more Drinks first: I had a matcha latte with oat milk that was smooth, earthy, and not overly sweet. My husband ordered a hot chocolate with oat milk, rich and comforting, and my mom had a chai with oat milk. She enjoyed the flavor overall. Food-wise, my husband ordered the chorizo omelette and was very happy with it--hearty, well-seasoned, and satisfying. I had the salmon salad, which was delicious. The dressing was balanced and flavorful, the greens fresh, and the salmon was cooked and seasoned really well. I will note that the salmon portion was a bit smaller than what I'd seen in some Yelp photos, but the quality absolutely made up for it. My mom had the club sandwich, which was generously sized and filling. She also wasn't a fan of the soft-boiled egg that came with her dish, but that's more a personal preference--she's firmly in the "well-done only" camp. Our little one had eggs and fries and was clearly living her best life. A sweet highlight of the visit was when the owner kindly gave her a cookie on the house--such a small gesture, but it really made the experience feel warm and personal. The space itself feels like a true community gathering spot--comfortable, welcoming, and easy to settle into. It's a great place to work or linger, with free WiFi and a relaxed atmosphere that invites you to stay awhile. Overall, this spot feels cozy, thoughtfully run, and rooted in care. The food is well-prepared, the flavors are intentional, and the hospitality really stands out. We'd absolutely come back for brunch and a longer stay next time.

Sihana Cafe feels like a warm hug from an old friend. The staff is super friendly, and every corner…read moreis full of stories -- old books, a retro typewriter, vintage radios... you can easily spend an afternoon here getting lost in the details. I ordered a latte and the chorizo omelette. The latte was smooth but the milk foam didn't quite blend in perfectly, and the art could be stronger. The chorizo in the omelette was really tasty and the potatoes were crispy and flavorful. But for me, there was too much cheese on top -- almost like eating a pizza! Great at first bite, but gets a bit heavy towards the end. Still, if you love quirky spaces and brunch plates that feel homemade, it's worth a stop.

We have been buying Caribbrew coffee for a few years now and were really happy to hear they opened…read morea cafe in our state! While in Newark we made a point to visit Caribbrew. The ambiance is cheerful and inviting, it transported us to a warm island day for our brief stay. It seems there was only one barista working that day and she was very helpful, patient, and friendly. My husband ordered the Cremas Latte and oh my god I wish I got it, it was so delicious; creamy, flavorful and sweet. I ordered the iced toasted almond "hot" chocolate, it was a very rich dark chocolate taste with the amaretto flavor coming through nicely. It was not overly sweet which I enjoyed. I think this is how hot chocolate was meant to taste and I'll be curious to try it hot. I also appreciated that there was some of my drink that didn't fit in the cup, so the barista gave it to me in another cup. My son ordered a Golden Mango Smoothie- he loved it! I love that it has turmeric in it, I felt good letting him have this drink. We also got some snacks. We ordered the Haitian beef patties which were very authentic. You get two per order which was a nice surprise. My son wanted to eat all 4 from our two orders. We also ordered a mini chocolate cake which was decadent and moist and a mini key lime pie which was refreshing and delicious! It was really nice being able to go to a Haitian cafe. My husband and son are Haitian and we enjoyed teaching our son about his culture while he can enjoy treats made with imported Haitian ingredients and recipes. He also enjoyed looking at the art work which prompted him to ask my husband more questions. I only wish there was better parking, especially for us out-of-towners, but I know that is hard in a city.

Was in Newark and had the chance to visit Caribbrew. This is a lovely Caribbean cafe that…read morehighlights the beauty of Haitian inspired dishes. We tried the Haitian beef patties, along with fish patties of cod and herring. They also had some specialty coffee options, lattes, and hot chocolate. I ordered the kremas latte which had good Kremas flavor, in addition to a Cajun breakfast sandwich which was tasty. The service was great, very friendly and accommodating. I would def recommend and return.

I had a chance to stop by the weds before thanksgiving, before heading to my bfs house. I heard…read morefrom a few people that it's small but unique. It was more than I expected. The guy at the register, chris was very friendly and knew about all the products and coffees at the shop. He recommended Salem's blend latte which pretty good. I'll def stop by again to see what they offer for the holidays. I'm actually surprised about the negative review and it seems like it's the same person under a different name. I guess they have the patience to wait and see these creatures lol that's unfortunate though, because it's definitely a shop worth visiting and supporting a local business. Best of luck to the owners and I'll swing by for the next flavor!

Brewdacity is a great card shop covering the Hudson, Essex, and Bergen County areas. The shop is…read moreconsistently clean and is incredibly welcoming for folks to hang out, play, and drink a few delicious coffees and mocktails. Hospitality amongst both owners Jessica and Chris has been fantastic, for the last 6 months I've been going here as I'd recommend Brewdacity to all TCG fans, coffee fanatics, and everyone who has a niche hobby! TL:DR Pros: - Clean Shop - More than reasonable pricing for items and drinks - Hospitable and caring owners - Welcoming Environment - Great Shop for folks in the N-NJ Area - Wide variety of products - Magic Drafts, Pokemon TCG Trade Nights, etc. Cons: -None! Best of luck to the owners, you guys deserve all the success coming your way!

Chill and spacious coffee shop above a climbing gym. It sells food, drinks, climbing shoes,…read moreclimbing equipment and accessories, and the most important: ramen noodles. I ordered a large hot drip coffee and it was alright. Price was affordable and not out of reach The place is spacious with many benches, chairs, and desks to work or to do some research in there. It has free Wifi which was amazing. I chilled in there for about 2 hrs. Felt much more comfy than chilling at a Starbucks I'd say its a worthy coffee shop to enjoy your drink, chill, and relax

I love how calm and efficient this coffee shop is. It's also associated with a rock climbing…read moreclub/gym. The theme within the coffee shop is for climbers and coffee shop goers. Super low background music. Free WiFi. Lots of space to hangout and get some work done or read. They have the best furniture and sell some pretty cool climbing gear or very nice apparel to wear. Pastries are available to complement your drink of choice. I got the caramel oat latte. Perfect cup and great, warm, friendly staff.

There's like 6 or 7 coffee shops on Halsey street right now and I actually love that for us. This…read moreis one of my favorites on the street. I love the authentic chai. The banana matcha with cold foam is so good. I go here pretty often

A+ on decor and design of the place. There's beautiful chandelier, vintage style quilted couches…read morefor seating, and artistic paintings on the wall. F for customer service. The barista was flat out rude. Not welcoming at all. After she handed me my coffee I said thank you and she didn't even respond. Maybe she was having a bad day. Still. C for the actual coffee. I got a vanilla bean latte with oat milk. It was way too sweet. The coffee was mid. Not worth it. Bottom line - visually appeasing, but I wouldn't return.

I came across this really nice coffee shop in Newark @intrinsiccafe ! Definitely a great spot to…read moresit down drink coffee and do some work inside or outside when the weather is great! Plenty of shade outdoors to sit out there comfortably! If you ever around make sure to pass by! You won't regret it!

Cute little cafe! I…read morelived my Vietnamese Iced Coffee. It was listed as hot but she was able to make it an iced coffee for me. The person working was really nice and accommodating. There were a few students in there with laptops doing school work. I was very happy with my visit and do recommend. I do wish I tried some of their baked goods because they looked scrumptious!

this is the worse place I ever being everything is so small I feel like I order a TEMU breakfast…read morethe bagels are like a small donit we are 4 persons and she toke single orders and make us wait for over 20 minutes and then the big surprise the bill I over paid for food service and the quality was the pores I ever see in my entire life smoothie didn't have sugar and not flavor do not waist your time or money in that place and I get charge because I didn't pay cash horrible!

I don't know how some one put a bad review about this cafeteria, I always go there, actually every…read moreday and the service is excellent, not only that, the food and everything they service is fresh and well done, I guess whoever put that bad review, I'm sure " is the competition "

Just got off my plane and this was my first time in New Jersey, so I decided to try this bakery:…read more The bacon egg and cheese ($5.99) was honestly really good. It came on a mollete roll that was crispy on the outside, and everything worked well together. Definitely my favorite thing I got. The pastel de nata was also solid -- nice light, crispy crust with a smooth, creamy filling. The Brazilian cheese bread (3 for $1) wasn't great though. It was chewy but it didn't taste fresh, so it wasn't crispy and ended up being kind of dense. Same with the beef empanada ($2.99) -- I'd probably skip it. The filling was dry, crumbly, and didn't have much flavor, just plain ground beef. Overall, I won't be back in New Jersey anytime soon, but coming from California it felt really cheap for a local spot. If I do come back, I'd probably try a different place.

Pastel de Nata. Go get as many as possible and as often as…read morepossible. The best in the area.