The staff is very sweet, the coffee and pastries even better. Excellent spot; our go to!

It's really rare to find such a nice place in New Jersey like this Cafe. I like that everything is always refreshed and updated and clean and in order. The owner is serious about what he is doing. Well done read more

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Friendly staff, delicious coffee and a warm ambiance. The couple that own this place are a true delight. They truly care about their patrons and it shows in the quality of their coffee. As a family with food allergies, it is really nice to find a place that has pastries that kids with milk and/or egg allergies can enjoy. Definitely a place to frequent. read more

Local Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Great little coffee shop in a nice downtown area. We easily got metered street parking outside. The seating is small but cozy, about six 2-person tables and a bar to sit at. I got the matcha latte with almond milk and my husband got one of their specialty drinks, the funktado. The funktado was a double espresso shot with some spices like cayenne. We had no idea about putting spices like cayenne in a coffee drink but it's not like you taste the hot spice. It must do something good because he loved it! I should note that they had several other specialty coffee drinks written on a welcoming little chalk board as well. We got the hibiscus donut to share. The barista recommended the hibiscus donut over the the blood orange donut. But I should note these things were HUGE. The spot seemed like one of those little hubs that only locals know about. As we sipped on our amazingess drinks, we saw small groups of adults come in and gather around little tables to catch up on a friendly Saturday. The cool local artwork up also added a warm welcoming vibe to the place. Highly recommend this place if you're in the Montclair area. read more

Awesome, family run business in Watchung Plaza. Super friendly husband & wife and they know coffee. First time in, my wife got a matcha latte. She loved it. I got the Nelly Cortado with oat milk. So tasty. Ginger molasses cookie, too. All around great experience. Planning on returning for their cold brew (they do refillable growlers). Definitely recommended! read more

What can I say about a nice local coffee shop like Local Coffee? Such a nice spot to go to! The woman who helped me when I came in was super helpful and friendly. I was a little nervous walking into the shop because there weren't many options but I also knew that there would be options in terms of kinds of milk, kinds of sweeteners, etc., and she walked me through their options! I ended up ordering a hot chocolate with almond milk (my first time trying almond milk in a hot chocolate) and it tasted amazing. You can tell that they really take pride in the products that they use in their foods. I loved the feel of the place and will be back. read more

The 2 good coffee places in Montclair are this and Red Eye, and this is slightly better. I can only speak about the espresso drinks, but they're all good and made the right way. The owners are really friendly, but never in an overbearing way. Local is a really nice place to spend 20 minutes. My only complaint is that most of the baked goods are gluten-free bullshit. Gluten is good, everyone. Sorry. read more

Very good coffee. Friendly staff. An inviting place that feels like a center of the community.

Finally stopped in for coffee this morning after hearing good things about Local Coffee. Such a cute spot! I was immediately impressed with their choice of music when I walked in as vibes and environments are important to me. Everyone was friendly and helped me decide on the cold brew, which was really good. They had some baked items like croissants and cookies (gluten free and vegan too!) read more

The best mocha in town, I wish they would bring pastries from balthazar! Small coffee shop, but it is very good and high quality. I go there at least several times a month. Highly recommend read more

The absolute best. The people that work there are nice too. I really like the ambiance and vibe they have. My go to spot on early Saturday mornings. read more

I was in and out but got a quick view of their goods which all looked enticing. I got myself a cold brew and a hipster Twinkie, as an employee described it, filled with lemon custard. I enjoyed my goods outdoors but it was a cute comfortable setup inside. The staff were welcoming and happy to give a rundown of their offerings to whoever asks. read more

Local Coffee - Lemon custard Twinkie and a cold brew. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Open just 2 days but well run. Good service. Latte was good, best in Watchung Plaza I'd say. They use Irving Coffee as their roaster which from my days in Manhattan remember it as excellent coffee and it is here (they filter the water to maximize that result). Six cozy tables and free wifi - suspect this place will become busy. They offer sweets like high-end donuts (from Balthazar bakery they say) but no savory breakfast items like instant oatmeal or quiche. That would make this place even better but for now, very happy to finally have good coffee and a good coffee shop in Watchung Plaza. read more

Local Coffee - Open barista bar. Brightly lit and cozy. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

My sister and I LOVE coming here! Their coffee is on point, and so are the pastries. I usually get an almond milk latte and its perfect every time! read more

Get the Lavender Latte! ... Do not pass go ....... The owner and staff are so nice and welcoming especially for the girl that just moved here from California and said if I needed anything to let them know ... How nice ! PS if you're gluten-free and have celiac like me you'll love this place.. read more

Great coffee. You can get Underwest donuts here without having to go into the city. Also a variety of other pastries, many of which are gluten free. They sometimes sell pies from Four & Twenty Blackbirds as well. Coffee beans for sale are excellent for home brewing. read more

Short version: best coffee in the area. Long version: The location is great. Just on the corner, where there is adequate parking in the area. Outdoor seating which is always nice. The view may not be anything spectacular but it isn't gross. It's a very nice neighborhood to just sit and people watch. You walk in and are usually warmly welcomed by the baristas. The owner is usually always working the few times I've stopped by. He's super nice and willing to work with you to ensure you have a great experience. They have really good pastries. Doughnuts by Dough which are my absolute favorite. Now the coffee is where it's actually at. It's simply amazing. I've had espresso beverages here and I've had the cold brew. I've yet to be disappointed. This is a third-wave coffee shop for sure. Their care for coffee is next level. They're building up artisans here. The coffee is simply breathtaking. The sweet yet sour and bitterness of the espresso is met with a warm comforting velvety texture of creamy milk to just lift the espresso to new heights. I make it a point to visit here as often as possible. read more

Wonderful coffee shop. Delicious cappuccino and pastry. Friendly personable staff. Great ambiance. Dog friendly to boot! read more

Local Coffee - One of the best cappuccinos ever. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Wow - what a fantastic surprise to happen on them this morning! Adele and Robert could not have been more kind and welcoming. The coffee (I had the Baristanet, my wife the Skim Latte) and I can truly say they were two of the best cups of coffee we've ever had the fortune of tasting. I'm really looking forward to coming back. Cheers to the good folks at Local! read more

"Upper Bloomfield" and "Middle Montclair" are two wonderful locations to live, but not if you wanted a decent cup of coffee on the way to the train. I almost had to take a sedative to contain my excitement over Local opening. Being the coffee snot that I am (I have a Breville BES870XL Barista Espresso machine at home), I don't like it when so called coffee shops show up with a barista who clearly has no formal training and use that bloody stupid spoon dollop wads of nasty bubbly foam onto what is essentially a vat of hot milk with a few drops of coffee flavor. Local gets it right. Their roast is a rich medium roast, how espresso is supposed to be, with a velvety crema and very little bitterness. Their baristas know how to make a proper microfoam and pour the drink correctly. Been here twice already, will be back again soon! read more

Definitely some of the most delicious and expertly served coffee in the Montclair area. read more

Local Coffee - Gluten free brownie with homemade raspberry jam from squirrel and the bee -- top notch yumminess! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Coffee is fantastic as well as all the pastries. I can't go a day without stopping by!

I live a few blocks from this place so I go here almost daily for coffee and sometimes to work. The coffee is great and the staff are so friendly. Also love the rotating art gallery on the wall! read more

This place has a friendly neighborhood feel to it with high quality coffee and tea. The baked goods are always fresh and there are a lot of gluten free options. Great location, too. read more

Great coffee, delightful staff, wonderful pastries. So glad to have this new addition in the neighborhood. read more

Best coffee in Montclair! Great quality, fantastic service and a great sense of community. They have something for everyone in the family including your dog! read more

Awesome new addition to Montclair. Super cool spot, bright, open, trendy. The owners are wonderful and welcoming. And most importantly, the coffee is great! read more

Local Coffee - a variety of coffees on a table - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

In a word, divine! We search high and low for cute out-of-the-way places where we can experience new flavors in an atmosphere that feels like home. Local has nailed a recipe of friendliness, individuality, and familiarity that makes it feel like a place everyone should know about. There's an authenticity to Local that one doesn't find very often in any kind of business. The name says it all. You've really added something special to the local community! We wish you many years of growing success! read more

A trip to Local is the best way to start the day. In addition to its great coffee, Local has an incredibly curated selection of delicious baked goods. Their drink specials are always wonderfully creative and AMAZING tasting. The warm staff gives rock solid drink recommendations and unparalleled customer service. It's become a "must visit" for my of town guests. Local is everything you ever wanted in a coffee shop and some things you never knew you needed. read more

Great espresso in morning and equally great cold brew in the afternoon! Tasty treats and an awesome staff make this place my go to when I need a 'pick me up'! read more

Local coffee is a new coffee shop in the neighborhood and it is right by the train station. I have had their iced latte and it was very smooth and nice. The ambiance of the cafe is very modern, clean and nice. The owner is always there and he is very helpful! Overall, I would totally recommend this place and will definitely come back! read more

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Great coffee. Great and friendly service. Wonderful local art on the wall. If I lived close to here, it would be my local go to. You can't go wrong here. Very uplifting and enjoyable experience. read more

Update: I felt the need to update since I come here so often now. Consistently some of the best coffee I've ever had and wonderful service to top it all off. The pour over is not to be missed. read more

Very good lattes and great customer service! I let them know that I have a dairy allergy and they take all precautions in preparing my latte in a way that does not cross contaminate. I recommend this place to anybody in the area, awesome local spot! read more

While the latte I got was really good, the service was even better. The owner was very attentive, and had conversations with every customer. I studied here for about 3 hours and felt at home read more

This is a great little coffee shop with a cozy setting and amazing coffee. It's an incredibly hipster place, from the ironic name of the store, down to the table decorations. However, don't let that turn you off -- the place has amazing coffee! read more

Very cute coffee shop I went into on a whim. I kept it simple and got a cappuccino, it was made quickly and beautifully (with a nice design on top). It was very smooth and delicious! When in Montclair again, I'll keep this place on the top of my list! read more

Local Coffee - Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

I really enjoy this place because the owner makes it a point to give treats to all the patient pups that are tied up outside. The staff is also kind to their human customers. Oh, and I really enjoyed the atmosphere and coffee too. read more

Awesome worth making the drive from fort Lee. Glad they had oatmilk as an alternative. The staff is super friendly and they have a restroom. I'll def go back again and again. read more

A pour over from Brazil and a Balthazar pastry. Yum! Great respite for some quiet time in my day.