We got the Pearl Milk Tea and Coffee Milk Tea and I must say, I never knew bubble tea could taste…read moreso fresh. Not too sweet even. They must use the best ingredients. Hidden gem in NJ for sure~! MUST TRY PLACE!

Y'all have no idea how much it bums me out that NJ doesn't have many good boba shops. Luckily, I…read morelive in one of the best parts of the state--about 9 miles away from NYC--so I can just hop on a bus and have access to more options! Anyways... I still like to shoot my shot with places around here because ya never know when ya might hit the jackpot. I found BTX Cafe on Yelp. The interior is small and simple, but beautiful! It's bright, with tons of natural light, and has a modern, minimalistic Japanese-inspired design with light wood furniture and neutral colors. There's also wifi and outlets, which is always a win. The menu is a mix of both coffee and bubble tea, with the usual favorites: milk teas, fruit teas, slushes, espresso, and cold brew. Prices are a few dollars lower than most other cafes, which is definitely a huge plus. I'm not into overly sweet drinks. I prefer a very strong tea flavor, so I order mine with the lowest amount of sugar possible and light ice. The staff is friendly, and they make drinks pretty quickly. What I tried... MILK TEAS: Pearl Milk Tea ($5.25) Oolong Milk Tea ($5.25) These were a big thumbs down. They were wayyy too milky, and the tea flavor barely came through. I was disappointed. FRUIT TEAS: Passion Fruit Green Tea ($5.75) Mango Green Tea ($5.75) Lychee Oolong Tea ($5.75) The fruit teas were better--refreshing, with a stronger tea base. The oolong was toasty and nutty, and the jasmine green tea was sweet and floral. As for the fruity flavors... I don't think they use real fruit puree like some other boba brands. The passion fruit and mango tasted similar and I almost couldn't tell the two drinks apart. Both lacked that signature tangy, tropical kick and tasted more like artificial syrup. Thankfully, the tea helped even it out. Out of the three, the lychee oolong was my favorite. It was the most balanced! The tapioca pearls were actually the highlight-perfectly chewy, bouncy, and soft. Your taste buds might enjoy their drinks, but mine didn't love them. A bit of a letdown since the prices are lower than its competitors, but maybe that affects the quality. I liked the lychee oolong tea enough to come back for just that. Perhaps the coffee is better? The hunt continues...

My wife and I were headed to a nearby craft fair (To buy pickles) and I noticed that Rippin was a…read morenew spot making pour over coffee. Since that's my favorite method, seemed like a no brainer to give it a shot. Got in there 20 minutes before closing but the owner Chris was extremely patient and friendly, so I didn't feel bad to be the last customer of the day. His decor is automotive themed, as that's his other passion. He roasts his own beans at a nearby facility but will be roasting on site soon. I selected the Apex Ethiopian coffee, a medium light roast. It was absolutely delicious. As it cooled off, the nuance increased. Enjoyed discussing coffee with Chris. He's got beans in a Japanese whiskey barrel that will be available closer to Thanksgiving. I look forward to returning long before then!

I walked into Rippin Coffee Roasters expecting a coffee shop, but it felt more like stepping into…read moresomeone's passion project brought to life.  Part motorsport garage, part specialty café, fully inviting and cozy.    Founded by Christopher Shahin, Rippin blends two worlds that shouldn't make sense together: racing and roasting. But somehow they just do.  And Chris himself is the best part: the kind of owner who remembers your face, asks about your day, and makes you feel like you're part of the pit crew. Real connection. Real care. You can't fake that.    They've also got quite a lineup of coffee roasts:    La Carrera (The Race): Colombian, medium-dark, bold and smooth, a high-octane start to your morning.  Apex Roast: Ethiopian, medium-light, dark chocolate + dried fruit, perfectly tuned for flavor and balance.  Ignition: Guatemalan medium, clean, steady, and quietly powerful.    I had a cold brew and it was so smooth! This is the kind of place that surprises you in the best way: craft, hospitality, and a whole lot of heart.

Came into Patisserie for dessert and enjoyed every moment…read more The café is conveniently located within a strip mall and has plenty of parking. There are tables available, in order to enjoy your purchase, and I appreciated how the staff brought our order to our table. I started with a Cappuccino and it was divinely crafted. It was served at the perfect temperature and I enjoyed every drop. My dessert was the Fondant au Chocolat (gluten free). I thought it would be served with no accompaniments, but I was pleasantly surprised. It came with sliced strawberries and a sweet drizzling sauce that made the chocolate mouth-watering. ORDER IT! This Patisserie will definitely be revisited and enjoy all of their sweetness.

We came here to get caffeinated. It was a quiet afternoon at the cafe. The lattes were good. The…read morealmond croissant was sweet. It's not a neighborhood I frequently visit, but I would definitely visit again.

Super cozy coffee shop! The baristas are so nice!…read more I got the iced lavender latte with lavender cold foam. The lavender wasn't overpowering and was the perfect amount. Not too sweet and not too coffee forward. My brother got the strawberry matcha. First off SO PRETTY to look at! And He loved it. They have a decent amount of pastries. I got the Nutella bread pudding. I didn't know till I got in the car it was ice cold. But I got home and heated it up and absolutely delicious!

Humphrey's Coffee is easily a 5 star for its warm and cozy atmosphere, great cup of coffee, and…read morequick service. There's plenty of seating both inside and outside. As a dog lover, I was instantly drawn to the coffee shop's adorable pup logo. Currently, there is a summer menu with some mouth watering options. My sister tried the Samoa iced coffee with chocolate and the blueberry cheesecake iced coffee. I went with a classic iced coffee, and it didn't disappoint. Lots of dairy and non dairy options to add in. Coffee always pairs well with a nice pastry. There's a solid variety of pastries to choose from. Plenty of fun merchandise as well! Definitely plan on visiting again.

5/5 for Dalgona Brown Sugar Bubble Tea!!! The dalgona candy melts in your mouth and the drink. It…read moregives the drink a toffee like, buttery taste. I will drive down here just for this boba. Only wish I had ordered a large LOL. 5/5 Taiyaki, though it is very different from the cakey Taiyaki from Japan that I've had - it actually is made with a flakey almost croissant like exterior. Loved the custard cream as well. Made to order. 5/5 Service - the people working there are all super friendly and nice!!! I'm so happy she gave such a good lunch recommendation for us to try as well. 3.5/5 Walnut Pastry - was a bit dry, much better when taken home and air fried, though. This is more like the taiyaki in Japan (cakey exterior, red bean filling) with some walnuts inside and shaped like a walnut! Pretty fun to try.

Just look at that taiyaki menu! I think I've found the holy grail! I just needed a place to quickly…read moresit down from the hot sun. There's a tent right outside. It's got a sign just for customers. So I went inside to order something small. But then I saw the huge taiyaki menu I just had to try one. Biscoff taiyaki 5/5 There's so much more to try. Must come back for more! Street parking outside. There's also a parking lot further down 3 blocks or so.

I visited Paper Street Coffee with my family for some post-lunch drinks. The place is small, but…read moreit's got some seating. I ordered a black coffee while my brother opted for cold brew and my sister got a Milspresso. My black coffee was good. Not bad, but nothing that stood out to me either. It was a solid cup. I'd get it again. I tasted my brother's cold brew and it was not so good. Not terrible, but not great either. I feel like it lacked body and was just kind of watery. I'm not really too big on cold brew but I wasn't really a fan. My brother almost exclusively drinks cold brew and he said it was just alright. I didn't really like my sister's Milspresso either. I believe it was supposed to have some Milo mixed with espresso so I was expecting it to be somewhat chocolate-y and sweet but I didn't really get that. It wasn't a terrible drink but I wouldn't get it again. Maybe we didn't get the right things. Taste is subjective after all. I like the look of the place and some of their other drinks sounded nice. The pastries looked pretty good too, I'd come back to try some.

Pop in cappucinos every now and then and they are solid. Finally tried their scrumptious looking…read moreNutella bread pudding and unfortunately it was just meh. It was very large therefore you can totally split with one or two others. I'm sure it's better warm and fresh. Cute spot, indoor seating and cool vibe.

I feel scammed. My DULCE DE LECHE strawberry crepe ($8) was a catfish. I ordered it to go, drove…read morehome, and was excited to go innnnn. But, no. I expected a luscious spread of dulce de leche, which is a caramelized milk jam. Instead, they used CONDENSED MILK. Those two are NOT the same thing. I saw another review mentioning this issue before I came... Siiiigh @ God, is this what happens when I ignore my intuition and logic?! Lollllllll. While the crepe itself was moist and soft, it was ruined by the splashes of condensed milk. +1 for using fresh strawberries. Also... service was... awkward? Nice people, but awkward. It was like they were uncomfortable, but forcing small smiles through the interaction? They're a cafe so they sell all types of coffee, frappuccinos, smoothies, and the like. Wifi and small seating area available. Not likely I'll return as there's too many good cafes and crepe businesses in Bergen County.

This is by far our favorite coffee shop in the area. Family owned and very cosy. Food is fresh,…read morehigh quality, and super tasty. Recently, serving freshly baked sourdough bread loafs. Amazing!

Korean bakery @ Closter, NJ This franchise shop did not…read moreparticipate in tour les jour App so I couldn't get any points. There was a big spacious seating upstairs which was modern and clean. The black coffee, pastries and the loaf of mascarpone loaf of bread tasted good! The cashier was also friendly.

This bakery located at a small plaza at Creskill. Parking lot in the front. Not much traffic…read more Great bakery merchandise, savory, sweet, creamy and many different cakes to purchase. The staff is very nice. They packed all the stuff nicely in the bag for us. I thought the TLJ reward program is national but they actually don't accept it there. The sitting area on the second floor is spacious. Very clean. Good hangout spot for friends or just by yourself.