Some of the better coffee I've had! I got a half-caf iced latte and the taste was spot-on...not too acidic, not too milky. Cool spot! read more

Magic Brain Cafe - Half caf iced latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Cute (almost hidden) cafe tucked in the Carpenter's Square Mall. It was morning during Labor Day weekend when I went so, needless to say, the line was out the door. It moved fast with only two people at the helm so kudos to them. Picked up an Iced Matcha although I seriously, not really but humor me, heard the huge scones calling my name but I passed. Next time, definitely! $7+ for the small. Kinda steep but it's Cape May. Love the nook under the stairs & the bench for 2! read more

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Magic Brain Cafe was such a nice find. This cafe has a very cozy feel, a few tables and seats, and is nicely decorated. The Barista is an artist, takes his time creating the "Magic," and my Frozen Hot Chocolate was just as good as NYC's Serendipity 3. If you're looking for a quick pick me up, or just want to unwind while strolling through beautiful Cape May, come into Magic Brain and enjoy the zen. read more

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This is a delicious little coffee shop in a building with several other small boutiques. They have more syrup options than I've ever seen in my life, and this is the first coffee shop I have ever seen that had Lactaid milk available. As someone who is lactose intolerant, I greatly appreciate the options. The service was great. I love that you order and then they make your drink immediately. read more

Magic Brain Cafe - Small iced coffee with English toffee syrup and Lactaid milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

I was walking around Cape May absorbing the sights when I suddenly felt a thirst. I had bookmarked several coffee shops in preparation for my trip here, so I whipped out Yelp and noticed I was super close to Magic Brain Cafe. That was all I needed to know, so I made my way over. Magic Brain has its own dedicated entrance on Perry Street, but it's also part of the Carpenter Square Mall which is a super small collection of stores in a mini mall on Carpenter Ln. Walking in, I was immediately greeted by aesthetics - very coffeehouse with medium woods, shelves with trinkets/merch, and touches of green to keep it fresh. The menu had typical coffeehouse items; on a hot/humid day like it was I would typically go for an iced coffee, but I already had 3 cups so I went with their iced tea. It was black unsweetened which was exactly what I was looking for. The tea was good - refreshing with just enough tea flavor; it hit the spot. Service was fast and friendly - overall this is a solid spot in Cape May for a beverage. I noticed they also carry a selection some baked goods, so I would definitely return for some of their bakes as well as more liquid peps. read more

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Great old fashion, coffee machine and press. Lattes and macchiato's are excellent. I must stop when you're on vacation and quaint Cape May.

Came here as our first stop off the Lewes-Cape May ferry. The place is so cute and welcoming. The two staff members were very kind and answered all our questions and more! I received a perfectly temped mocha latte, which was tasty. My friend had a chocolate scone and an anise biscotti and her very first mocha latte. She really enjoyed everything! Not a ton of seating, but we all made it work. They have lots of options for bagged coffee, which looked good but I couldn't make a decision. It would appear they also have yoga upstairs, which is fun. Sad I missed this, but in the corner by the window they have games! Would definitely come back if I am in the area again. read more

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Cute funky space, friendly staff and solid cups of caffeine. Upon entry you see a little nook with seats and books alongside a few other seating options by the window and a bench area on the right. The counter is small but offers a number of baked goods including vegan options. We opted for: London fog (5/5) Dirty chai with oat milk (5/5) really delish and what I wanted. I even bought the last container of chai they use on site 2 vegan chocolate chip scones (5/5) hit for the kiddos It's within a little "mall" next to the famously pink store with a yoga studio upstairs. The man working that day gave the littles cute little magic brain temporary tattoos and as folks were filing in you could tell it's an adored gem in the neighborhood. Can't wait to try to replicate the chai at home and will come back! read more

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I really enjoyed this place the coffee bean they use is really good quality. They use an Italian coffee to make mine. I am my opinion for the price. It was excellent. It was cheaper than Starbucks. Plus, I feel the coffee was even better than Starbucks Some of these places are not big huge franchises can be so much better because they focus a lot more what they're producing and the quality of their product. I would definitely recommend getting coffee in this place. This little shop is very pleasant and very quiet and it has a lot of seating area, which is really nice and cozy . Plus, the workers are very pleasant. I'm very attentive to the customer. I felt welcome there. I will definitely be visiting there again. read more

What a cool little hidden gem of a coffee joint. Tucked in one of those indoor semi malls. Great selection of coffees, espressos etc. A few people working on the laptops, ha ha I was on vacation. Fast service and espresso had a nice crema! read more

Magic Brain Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Love it go Everytime I am down here 10000/10 must go to only coffee store to go to go read more

Magic Brain Cafe - Pumpkin latte with almond milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Still my favorite place for great coffee. tried the Frozen Chai this afternoon - DELICIOUS! read more

Definitely recommend this place. Got brewed coffee one time and an iced matcha late another. Great drinks, decent prices and nice people working there. read more

Great cozy spot for coffee. They offer a large selection of coffee and will customize flavors. The staff is very friendly, accommodating and efficient. read more

excellent latte today - smooth balanced espresso. You may wait a bit - but it is well worth it.

If you find yourself in Cape May this small little coffee shop is a solid place to get your caffeine fix. The small footprint means there can inherently be a build up of patrons with just 1 or 2 workers serving. However they manage to handle the orders and lines with incredible patience and joy at an efficient pace. If you like your syrups they have a solid assortment and with a few interesting lattes on the menu there was something for everyone in my party of 10. read more

The espresso and coffee is fantastic, but the service from Madi and Andrew is just as warming. Great place to catch up with locals, sit and work, read, pop upstairs for yoga or check out the local shops. Love this place! read more

Magic Brain Cafe - Best service, incredible drinks and pastries. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Arrived a few minutes before 7am. Drip coffee was ready to go and baked goods were steaming up the display. We ordered a drip coffee, Caramel Macchiato, chocolate croissant and chocolate chip scone. The Caramel Macchiato is twice as sweet as the one served at Starbucks. I preferred Out There Coffee. My husband preferred this place. read more

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Staying in Cape May for a week with family and decided to use my electric bike rental to explore a bit. Coffee shop hunting is a bit of a pastime of mine and I selected Magic Brain from several highly rated options in this touristy area. I ordered a decaf vanilla latte with whole milk and the flavor was very satisfying. Sweetness and flavor were balanced excellently, without the chemical aftertaste some vanilla syrups can have. The decor is charming, unpretentious, and thoroughly native to the community. While there isn't a ton of seating, what is there is quality. Books of various genres line the walls of a cozy reading nook, from politics to economics, from photography to more light-hearted fare. The staff were friendly despite being absolutely slammed. Not the best place to do work unless you're lucky enough to catch the one suitable seat unoccupied, but otherwise, deserving of its reputation. read more

Our frozen and iced coffees were delicious. Just the right balance of coffee and sweetness. Cute interesting stuff to look at/shop while you wait is an added bonus. We had walked around the shops and still had time to kill when we walked back to the parking lot and decided to walk to this coffee shop for one last thing before we leave Cape May. So glad we did. The gentleman that made our drinks was friendly and helpful. We will be back read more

Great coffee shop in center of town. Slightly off the beaten path of Washington Square. We ordered a latte and caramel macchiato. Both were very well made a delicious. There was no line when we arrived around 4 pm, so that made it even better. read more

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I ordered an iced chai latte with oat milk, and it was out of this world. Best chai latte I've ever had! This place is very nice inside, and they have really fun merch of the cafe. This cafe is under a 2 minute walk from the beach. read more

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Best chai tea in state. Served with a smile Always stop here at least twice when I'm in the Cape May area.

With so many places to get your morning java along Beach Ave and Washington St., Magic Brain stands out for its coffee house atmosphere. There are a handful of chairs to relax in, including two nestled under a staircase, as well as books to read. They have a wide assortment of syrups (marshmallow is a personal favorite) and non-dairy milks (including oat milk) to mix up your favorite iced latte. There's a small selection of baked goods that rotate. Service is fast and friendly. We make it a point to visit each time we head to the shore. read more

Magic Brain Cafe - A collection of Scramble game-boards glued to the underside of the staircase. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Like, not love. I ordered an Americano and 3 scones. The Americano was great, and I love hot coffee, but there were no sleeves. None out on the counter and none offered. My husband enjoyed his vegan chocolate chip scone, my son also liked his blueberry scone. I had the cheddar/chive. It was... ok. It didn't have a ton of flavor, and doesn't seem like they salted the dough well. It was definitely disappointing. read more

Super cute little coffee shop with very limited seating inside. Line is always long but it goes quick. I recommend getting any of the espresso drinks (The medium lattes come with 2 shots of espresso and the large comes with 3 shots) I had a cookie dough iced latte, a red eye coffee, cheddar chive scone and blueberry scone. The red eye is their drip coffee with a shot of espresso. Coffee is strong and delicious, definitely also try one of their baked goods too! read more

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My favorite coffee place in Cape May. The coffee is excellent & the staff is so friendly.

Love coming in here on a quiet morning.. obsessed with the ambiance and rustic feel, their interiors are inspirational. Best coffee off the mall! Don't waste your money or time at coffee tyme and just come here read more

Sorry I can't find the option to message you Stephen!! I am a barista and opening a coffee shop eventually so trust me I can be unbiased and enjoy lattes with flavor regardless of if that's my go to. I also wouldn't let my options of other coffee shops affect my opinion of yours, so not sure why you brought up the other reviews. I did come back and try your cortado but it still wasn't up to par. I had hoped I could meet you and try yours because I guarantee you would of done a better pour. Your fresh baked cookies are awesome though. Cheers read more

Magic Brain Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Lavazza coffee was brewed perfectly, and super reasonable prices. Cinnamon scone was to die for. Cute little coffee shop near Washington mall. read more

Magic Brain Cafe - a display of baked goods - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Really delicious coffee!! We drank americanos and espresso and the daily brew -- all excellent! Brought our own dessert which the barista graciously allowed us to consume at a family table in this small but perfectly cute shop. Hidden from the street in an indoor alley of sorts -- amidst galleries and other curio stores -- a pleasant place to catch a breather after dinner in town -- or in between other Cape May adventures. A keeper. read more

Magic Brain Cafe - Bestest coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Went here with my family for coffee and other drinks. I'm not a fan of coffee, so I got a steamer. I asked the barista what flavor he recommended to go with oat milk and he suggested lavender. I'm not opposed to lavender, but it also wouldn't have been my first choice. It was interesting and I still enjoyed it, but I would definitely try something else next time like cookies and cream, or hazelnut or something. They have several flavors and some unique ones (hence the lavender). My nephew got a hot chocolate which I tried and that also tasted good. It's a cute little store and they even have yoga upstairs. They also had some games and a teeny bit of seating. We played jumbo tic tac toe. I'd say if you're looking for a coffee shop, this would be a nice place to try out. read more

Excellent coffee cute merch, awesome barista 10/10 would definitely come again. Caramel latte was excellent. They also have nitro cold brew

They have great coffee, their frozen hot chocolate is delicious and their croissants are perfectly flaky!

If you're looking for 24 pumps of syrup in your latte this is the place. Not a very enjoyable cup of joe.

Coffee is really great here! No loose leaf tea but if you like tea they serve mighty tea which is a great brand!

Super cute coffee shop if you're in the Cape May area, the staff is sweet and the coffee is great! There's chairs where you can sit and chat with your friends while you drink coffee and eat their pastries read more

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I had a life-changing cinnamon scone here while on vacation! I don't normally get cinnamon scones but I'm so glad I took a chance on it when I visited this cafe. Theirs is made with cinnamon chips(?) throughout, and the cinnamon tidbits just melt delightfully in your mouth! The scone itself is perfectly airy yet crumbly. Bonus if you get here early and can grab one that's fresh and toasty! I loved it so much that I had to go back the next day for another one before we headed home! Coffee is also consistent here. I also love the cute little DIY bookshelf/library painting on the staircase inside, very sweet! read more

Magic Brain Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

This has to be one of the places where I received the best caramel macchiato ever. Right off my head, the place is decorated with aesthetically pleasing photos and furniture. It reminds me of a secret library with endless ideas & coffee; Heaven. The service here is friendly and warm. My iced caramel macchiato is very sweet; which I love. My friend got an iced latte which was really strong; Perfect. Will come again! read more

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Great and dependable coffee. Love this place whenever I visit my favorite beach town. Just across the street from Congress Hall. read more

Magic Brain Cafe - Hot mocha with oat milk. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey