Cute cafe with delicious coffee and attentive employees. I ordered the cortado and a cardamom bun…read more It was perfectly paired. The barista suggested hot chocolate for my daughter when we asked about a no caffeine option. I appreciate the suggestion because my daughter loves when she can feel grow up with her own drink. They're open early on Sundays and make beautiful designs with the froth if you choose to dine in. Such a lovely cafe!

We were on a little food hopping tour with the cousins down at Rutgers yesterday and stopped off at…read morethis coffee shop to end the night. A couple of people bought the Kashmiri chai while a couple of us bought the saffron herbal tea with honey. We hung out in the shop for a while and played a game. The service was great. The ambiance was chill. The place had a good amount of foot traffic around the time we were in there.

When family came to town, we all went to this unique and homey cafe --unlike others of its kind…read morethat tended to be generic and bland. We tend to enjoy places and people with a bit of verve or quirk in the classic sense: that keeps life entertaining and adventurous in salubrious ways. For what else is there to do but having a fun time with friends and family with yummy, sumptuously fragrant coffee and a desi style or authentic snack when bored on a misty afternoon? I did relish the savory snacks with variety of flavors straight from a Dickens of Constantinople or Lahori vibe, though hybrid with British and American interests. This place was friendly, fun, and full of good vibes --right in the midst of a bubbly college town. Highly recommended--hope they make more seating arrangements for more crowds coming soon. In'sha'Allah.

I was looking for a coffee place open late that I could chill at before a State Theater show. And a…read moreYemeni coffee place sounded unique and worth trying out. The place was packed with college kids and friends there to socialize. We got the salted caramel latte which was very sweet. I would have gotten a less sweet drink based on the decadent desserts we had - the brownie cheesecake was just overflowing with caramel on top and the tiramisu had an interesting look with the cocoa powder surrounding the outside hiding all the delicious layers inside. Both desserts were $9-10 and were on the higher end price wise, but they were both delicious. There are a lot of options in drinks and baked items, but the tables may be sparse if you're looking to stay in. The later evening hours are big plus if you're looking for somewhere to meet friends in a casual, relaxed environment.

Really good coffee, nice staff, and chill vibes. I got a lavender and honey latte and a bagel…read moresandwich. Both tasted great. I even went back for a second latte. Inside there was plenty of seating and space.

A great independent coffee shop (or should I say shops as there are two of this coffee shop on the…read moresame street plus a few others in NJ and now NY) with some delicious coffee drinks and bakery items plus freshly roasted beans to buy to bring home. Both Hidden Grounds locations are perfect for studying or working and are usually packed with students on their laptops.

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.

I loved the Dalgona Latte:) It's really good. I'll be back to try other drinks next .read more

I had saved this place a while ago and wanted to try it…read more There were many options their London fog cream looked great but it was out of stock. I tried their ube milk and it was delicious. Would love to try other drinks if I am traveling to that area. Service was quick. They even deliver to your car if you mention it while ordering the drink.

Easy to order online and the service was great. Plenty of seating options but I was in and out for…read morea grab and go lunch. I had the tiramisu latte and it was delicious. Also had the bulgogi sandwich and it's definitely going to get in my rotation.

We randomly decided to stop by to try some coffee and we were pleasantly pleased. The caramel latte…read morewas delicious. However, the tiramisu latte was definitely the big hit. The place is very cute inside with a lot of seating. The aesthetic is definitely one reason to stop by but the Coffee is probably the ultimate reason why you should stop by. Service was great.

My friends and I were in town for a wedding and had some free time to grab coffee and lunch. I…read morediscovered Hidden Grounds on Yelp and was excited to check it out. On our way to the café, we were pleasantly surprised by a tour of Rutgers. The staff at Hidden Grounds are incredibly friendly and welcoming. They're particularly known for their chai, so my friend ordered a Rose Chai over ice, while I opted for a Hot Dirty Chai. Another friend chose the Honey Bee Latte, also over ice. The chai is amazing--it's aromatic and captures the essence of a proper chai. The Rose Chai was very good too, perfectly balanced! Overall, it's a great coffee shop with a lovely space for everyone to sit and enjoy their drinks.

Hidden Grounds has been a favorite of mine for years. This location was my first love. My usual is…read morejust an almond milk cappuccino but on this day I wanted to try something different. What caught my eye was the New Orleans brew. The barista was helpful in explaining what it was and if anyone has ever had coffee from New Orleans you would know the chicory flavor is a game changer. I had their version of the New Orleans brew iced without the simple syrup and I was impressed. The coffee needed no sugar. It was a bold and smooth taste that blended well with the almond milk. So glad I tried it.. it will be my go to moving forward. Now they had some amazing looking cookies in there that were huge that I will be back soon for. The place is small but a decent spot for getting some work on the computer done.

Some good and some not so good at this Turkish bakery in downtown New Brunswick. The good: Acma…read more(like a Turkish bagel) is a flaky, delicious bread that is like a cross between a bagel and a croissant. My wife's caramel macchiato was very good. My tea was very good. The harder Acma which was covered in sesame seeds was just ok. Borak with cheese was just ok. Eggs with suckuk (Turkish sausage) was better than ok because of the taste of the sausage. The eggs left a lot to be desired. The bad: I also got a hot chocolate that unfortunately was Swiss Miss which I noticed after I ordered. Staff was very pleasant and helpful. Debating whether to return again to try more of the many pastries they have. Inside is very comfortable and cozy with Turkish music in the background. Sorry for the lack of pics.

The vibe inside is nice and cozy. They have a ton of different desserts and pastries that all look…read moreamazing. We tried the blueberry cake which was so yummy. They also have the viral Dubai chocolate. Owner is very friendly. He gave us a small taste of a pistachio dessert. The service was great. They also have Turkish breakfast which is on my list to try next and would also recommend trying their Turkish tea. This is a great place for afternoon tea or late night desserts. They have a very convenient location by the train station, easy grab and go as well if you do not wish to stay long. However, The staff is very hospitable so I'm sure you would want to stay.

I first came in because they let me bring my dog, and I stayed because the food is actually great…read more-- not "good for a place that tolerates dogs" good. Tony the Tiger Grrrreat! The breakfast bowl is my order almost every time. Bacon and hashbrowns, done right, not swimming in grease. I've tried every other item in the menu and I keep coming back to it. Coffee is genuinely top notch. I drink lattes and theirs are consistent, which is harder to pull off than people think. No burnt shots, no soupy foam. Staff are friendly and mostly Rutgers students, so the faces rotate a bit, but they're always on it. Mo, the owner, is around all the time and is a great guy -- the kind of place where the owner actually knows the regulars. If you're in or around New Brunswick and want a solid breakfast and a real latte, this is the spot. Bonus if you've got a dog with you. If it's the first time with the dog, ask to have their picture taken and added to the wall - if there's any space left. Step inside the bathroom and take a deep down memory lane of the namesake - Friends the TV show. Bathroom is always clean!

Small corner venue kinda off the beaten path in New Brunswick. This is a dog friendly cafe that…read moreserves good food for people & a nice dog friendly menu for dogs. Good vibes, good energy, very friendly & accommodating staff. They offer standard dishes for a cafe, both breakfast & lunch menu, treat & snacks for all, & water bowls for dogs. They give them complimentary treats & a toy that they can keep. A very friendly & comfortable environment. They have a policy about no aggressive dogs, which is good, but they also don't automatically react just because your dog barks while getting used to the environment. We had the breakfast bowl, a bacon, egg, & cheese (not pictured), & lemonade. Our puppy had Ziba's Beef Bowl. My recommendation would be get the Breakfast Bowl with no or less onions. They were a little overpowering. Grades: Breakfast Bowl: A Bacon, Egg, & Cheese: A Lemonade: A+ Espresso: A Ziba's Beef Bowl: B *Based upon how much of it he ate & seemed to enjoy it*

I LOVE IT HERE !!! literally here multiple times a week. the staff are amazing, the cafe is clean,…read morethe coffee is delish, the vibes are UP. my favorite cafe right now 100%. me and my bestie come here to grind our school work every week. infinity out of 10!!!!

Lots of seating available with outlets and large tables, good amount of people sitting inside on…read moretheir laptops. Parking available around the neighborhood. Food tasted fresh, got the tuna melt and the turkey sandwich. Turkey sandwich comes cold with cold cuts, lettuce, a sauce, red onion, and pepper jack cheese. Spicy tuna melt wasnt spicy, but it did have good flavor to it. Service was really great, fast and friendly!