I'll keep it short and sweet...fresh and tasty food (black bean avocado wrap), excellent coffee that's made with care (Amanda, you're amazing), various sweets (they have vegan options too!), and a pleasant environment that's perfect for a casual breakfast or lunch (with or without other people). I love coming here with a book to relax, and they also host special events to introduce different artists. Their work adorns the walls, which is something I find truly admirable. It's easy to find a local Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts for your coffee fix, but it's another to frequent an establishment that cares about community. It literally feels like stepping into another world when you're inside, which says a lot seeing as how the space itself isn't even large. I've been coming since it opened, and will continue to show support because aside from being an excellent cafe, it's also family-owned! read more

More Than Java Café - Black Bean and Avocado Wrap (the sauce inside is DELICIOUS) - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Savage, Maryland

Love the jerk chicken on coco bread and the lemonade so good! Customer service is always on point. This is one of my favorite spots.

Customer service is 5 stars but the food ugh. That jerk chicken breakfast sandwich tastes like boiled chicken with some walkerswood jerk paste throw on top. The coco bread was super soft though. The egg is not scrambled. It's a fried egg with the boiled chicken in the middle. read more

Great food, great service. Nice little eclectic spot. I recently had a meal catered by them and it was delicious! Sweet potato pie was AMAZING and delivered warm. Getting delivery was well worth it and they were early and friendly! Will definitely use them again! They offer other items in their store for sale to help support other local artists and businesses! read more

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I went to More than Java in Laurel for breakfast. I loved the comfy feel of the place when I walked in and it was suggested by a friend. At first I was going with the a breakfast sandwich but saw they had jerk chicken and waffles. Got the food to go. I was ready to get home to try this interesting take on chicken and waffles. I was not expecting chicken legs with a very vinegar based jerk based chicken. It was very spicy and vinegary but lacked the real Caribbean seasoning. It seemed like the chicken was boiled instead of grill, baked or sauteed. The waffle was very dry and dense. Tried to eat the chicken and waffle together, it just didn't know match. I really wanted to gave this dish a chance but I could not eat but a few forks full. I think I would go back for a breakfast sandwich and stay away from the jerk chicken and waffles. read more

I type this as my nose prepares to drip; I had been wanting to stop past this spot for quite some time. They are always hosting interesting events but the food is what I was truly looking forward to. Food/Ambiance: On this visit I ordered the Jerk Chicken and waffles (they are known for these as it states on the window). They looked beautiful, they added a layer of jerk sauce between the chicken and waffle. I'm not a spicy food fan so I should have asked about the level of spice because this spice will set you free from any nose congestion and empty out your tear ducts. It was pretty good but due to the spice I only ate a wing and half the waffle. If you are okay with spice I would recommend this spot. Customer Service: We did not stay to eat however there were a couple of people just sitting enjoying a cup of coffee. The second order took a little longer than my first which the owner promptly apologized. They seemed friendly enough from our brief interaction. Location: The location is pretty convenient, nestled right on Main St. which has plenty of street parking. read more

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The jerk chicken, egg and cheese on coco bread is spicy and delicious. The coco bread did get soggy rather quickly but it still tasted good.

Sausage, egg and cheese on Cocoa Bread which was pretty good. I would get this again but with bacon instead of sausage. Turkey and Cheese Panini - The bread was buttered with peppers and spices, plenty of turkey meat. Overall, I enjoyed it. Jerk Chicken and Waffles - The chicken was a little on the dry side and the waffle was ok. Nana's Mango Lemonade - It was too sweet for me, I ended up diluting it with water which made it taste better. read more

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This cafe itself is a dream for Creatives like me. Order the Island Paradise smoothie. It includes strawberry, banana, pineapple, and mango. I was pleased to learn that the smoothies are sweetened with Agave nectar. All smoothies are made to order. Of course the smoothie is delicious. If you need daily smoothies, add More Than Java to your routine. Order the Vegan Chocolate Cake. It is vegan, soy-free. The cake slices are quite large. Order the Peach Cobbler. Let me tell you. It reminded me of church revivals from my childhood. The peaches, the crust, has everything I wanted. Yes, it is sweet! read more

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Awesome black owned coffee shop in laurel. I come here all the time for a caramel latte. The staff are really nice and it's easy to make an order. They put your number in their system and when your order is ready they will send you a text message. Please wear a mask inside. There are a few chairs outside for you to sit and wait for your order. Plenty of street parking read more

More Than Java Café - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Savage, Maryland

Second time here, jerk chicken and waffles. This hit all the notes. The buttery syrupy waffle played off the tangy spicy and savory jerk chicken in symphony. Every bite was luxurious. I had a little natural high after finishing this, just buzzing on the inside. I had to close my eyes for a couple minutes and enjoy the tranquil feeling. read more

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The first thing you notice is how kind the employees are! This is a local, family owned, black owned, small business. And the food is great! We got a delicious breakfast here at a great value, considering the portions! I got an Egg and Cheese breakfast sandwich with vegan sausage! Very tasty, very filling, and I'm very happy they have vegan options! They have more vegan breakfast options as well such as a vegan breakfast bowl (vegan sausage, potatoes, and veggies) or a vegan waffle. It's awesome to have so many choices! We also got the French Toast and you get a very generous portion! Very moist and tasty. We also got a delicious, fresh berry smoothie! They have a very extensive menu, so we definitely want to come back and try more! read more

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Local Laurel coffee shop and cafe. Friendly staff and freshly prepared breakfast items and sandwiches. They are not known for just what you see on the menu but you can apparently order cakes and desserts for takeout too. Nice place chat with colleagues and/or friends. Worth the visit. Bon Apetit. read more

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1/24/20 Stopped coming here after too many disappointments. I had given them several passes because you know--locally owned ethnic mom and pop eatery but but but...dis tew much! The shop is a gem and portions ample. However, service is sloooooooow even though they have the fewest customers of any coffee shop I've ever patronized. The last time, in addition to the slow service, they charged me for an item I'd ordered but they failed to include. I was exhausted because I'd already had to remind them after waiting so long in an almost empty shop for another item. The really young bespectacled girl who served me was articulate but lacked service orientation. The other young ladies don't seem happy to be working there. Mom and Grandma were amazing however their best efforts didn't neutralize the incompetence of the rest. I would keep Mom and Grandma and hire a more vivacious customer-oriented (perhaps non-family members) service team. Best of luck! I won't be coming back.. First time visiting this little gem of a coffee shop. It reminds me of awesome coffee discoveries I've found during my travels Upstate New York and Minnesota, where you can see that someone inspired decided to use their passion to deliver a gift to the community. The decor was charming, ambience was lovely, service was sublime and the coffee and pastries were delicious. I will return..! read more

I used to frequent MTJC on main street in Laurel. Went to their new space in Savage Mill today 10/3/24. Wow. Wow. Wow. I have always loved the amazing space at Savage Mill and wished it was better utilized. MTJC is exactly what the place needed. I will be going much more often now. Food is great and reasonably priced. Outstanding friendly customer service. read more

Their old hours of operation were: Sun 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Mon - Fri 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sat 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM A full 75 hours a week. Now they have reduced their hours so they are only open 27 hours a week. I've seen this happen to coffee shops before. First they severely cut back on their hours and then they go out of business. read more

If you're looking for a great black owned small business to support definitely check them out! They have great customer service and a great selection of fresh desserts and food to choose from. I de ided to order a seafood salad wrap which was fabulous. Just be warned it definitely has a kick to if, so be careful if you are not a fan of spicy or hot foods. I also took a pint of reisling ice cream to go. They had a great variety of wine flavored ice cream ranging from ports, merlot to reisling. Definitely worth a try! read more

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The espresso tasted like normal black coffee. Also I asked for iced and it was hot. The lemonade bussin. The smoothie tasted like bird seeds and bitter fruits blended with water. Gross. The food looked good, but the drinks were a huge diabolical miss. read more

We never would have found this place without actively searching for a good breakfast/sandwich cafe but man are they freaking incredible. So far we have tried the chicken curry and the jerk chicken sandwiches, which are amazing. My husband loves their coffee and I love their homemade lavender mint tea. We also got a blueberry muffin to try a bakery item. Also mouthwateringly good. The price is even very reasonable and you are supporting a local business! My only complaint is that I wish they were open for dinners too! read more

I love to see and support Black owned. The man who answered the phone and served me was super friendly. They only offer take-out right now (understandably) and have a nice system where you call in your order and you get a text when it's ready. Super cold day today. I ordered the Island Smoothly without agave and carried it back to where I was waiting for my car. I took a sip and knew immediately that agave was added--so I couldn't drink it. I called and they apologized and offered a replacement. I couldn't return there immediately because I had a work call. A few minutes later I heard my name being called and was a little confused. There was a friendly person with a replacement drink and straw in hand. They hand-delivered a new drink to me and even upgraded the size!!! So thoughtful. This is how customer appreciation works! I will stop in again when I'm in the area! Thank you! read more

More Than Java Café is a community gem! I've been frequenting this cozy café for about many years and the team has consistently exceeded my expectations. Not only has the customer service experience been top-notch, but the food and beverages are truly divine. More Than Java Café is the perfect place to start your day, begin a dreamy weekend, or catch up with loved ones. When I want to enjoy time in an inviting space with scrumptious refreshments, I pull up to More Than Java Café...and I am never disappointed. If you haven't been, I recommend you drop in and enjoy! read more

Love this place! A local favorite. It's family owned and operated and a great place to get breakfast to-go. I always order the vegan sausage, egg, and cheese and the other items I've tried have been good as well such as grits, cold-pressed juices, and vegan seafood mac and cheese (which i'm not sure they have anymore). Make sure to follow them on IG to make sure they're open, however. They close for family events, outside catering, etc, so sometimes I have to curb my cravings. Love that they take the time, but I get so disappointed when I can't get my breakfast sandwich! It's ok though, just makes me crave it more. read more

Great food, love the chicken and waffles. Very nice people. I wish they were open for more hours but they cater which means more deliciousness to go around. read more

Neat little cafe on Main St. in Laurel. As the name suggests, they offer coffee as well as an array of other food and drink options. They have salads, smoothies, pies, muffins/pastries, sandwiches/wraps, waffles, etc. I had an iced coffee, jerk chicken wings (opted against the Belgian waffle), and a side kale salad. The jerk chicken wings were quite tasty and the meat nearly fell off the bone but dayummm was the jerk seasoning hot. Not complaining because I like heat and jerk spice but this is not for you if you can't handle a lot of spice. The kale salad was simple yet delicious and the iced coffee was great, too. No complaints here, will come back when in the area. read more

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So, today was my first time! I can't wait to go back and try more things!! Today I ordered the green machine smoothie and the kale salad. Both are packed with flavor. I don't know what they put on the kale salad and the dressing that comes with it but it is absolutely delicious. The service is also outstanding. I highly recommend if you're in the area to stop by or go out of your way to try! It's worth it! read more

More than Java Cafe is a promising spot worth a visit. While their jerk chicken egg and cheese sandwich was a bit spicier than expected for a morning meal, it might be worth giving it another try to form a final opinion. The cafe shows potential, and it's always nice to explore different flavors. read more

I tried this little cafe on Main Street in Laurel, Maryland. The cafe gives off a healthier living kind of vibe with a cool urban twist. It is a very small cafe, so there were no places to dine inside the restaurant. However, there were a few little wooden tables and chairs outside to sit and eat in the open air. The cafe seems to sell its own homemade drinks, coffees, and bagged teas. The employee at the counter was very pleasant and accommodating. We ordered two toasted lox and bagel sandwiches. Unfortunately the cafe was extremely busy, but the employee was very upfront about our order possibly taking thirty minutes to finish. In the meantime, we strolled along Main Street to kill some time. Ten minutes later we received a text message from the cafe informing us that our food was ready, which was a pleasant surprise. The sandwiches were fantastic. The bagels were nice and chewy, there was plenty of smoked salmon as well (which some restaurants skimp on), and the vegetables were very fresh also. All in all it was a great experience, and I will definitely be going back there again. read more

Amazing food, amazing service, and amazing atmosphere!! The coco bread breakfast sandwiches are delicious, and the fact that this is a family-owned and operated business is just the cherry on top. Would highly recommend to anyone in the Columbia area. read more

Walked in door. Smelled great clean. Greeted by owner. Called me by name. I can't wait to try my sandwich

I like the breakfast sandwich and iced coffee the most. Their cakes are also very delicious and fresh. Unfortunately no menu with prices so you have to ask the cashier or watch the display as they enter your order. Closes early so great for breakfast or lunch only. read more

This place is on cute laurel Main Street and is nicely done inside. The menu is plentiful and options are endless. They serve breakfast and lunch. Pros The coffee The bread The interior The staff Cons The omelette- too seasoned and veggies not grilled The potatoes- strange tasting, salty The sausage- more like a patty, was expecting a sausage I will probably come back to try something else on the menu that involves bread but would not return for the omelette breakfast. read more

More Than Java Café - Omelette Special- $11 with coffee - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Savage, Maryland

More Than Java is my go to when I want to order a weekend breakfast. Absolutely love the Jerk Chicken and Waffles. The Chicken is spicy, just like it should be, and the waffle is absolutely delicious. I can't stay away from ordering it! They also have some good coffee, both drip/iced and espresso. I'm always happy to buy my latte here over a starbucks/dunkin, and you can support a Black-owned small business in the process! Other good items are their steak, egg, and cheese on coco bread (yes, you can get your sandwich on coco bread). Also take a chance and try one of their homemade desserts. The Nana's peach cobbler had me in heaven! They're doing well with COVID protocols, masks are on properly, plexiglass barrier with the cashier, and a big bottle of hand sanitizer by the door. There isn't a ton of room inside, so I recommend either calling your order in ahead of time or waiting in your car after ordering. Also have to mention, the owners are great people! So inviting and welcoming that I'm always excited to be able to go in and order again. Check em out! read more

The owner was SO sweet she was so caring about my food allergies! Muffins were great and the smoothies are affordable and delicious! read more

More Than Java Café - Really cute here! - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Savage, Maryland

Family owned and family run! The proprietor Nana is the sweetest you'll ever meet and she doesn't skimp on fresh ingredients! She crafts all natural and organic teas and recently added an unsweetened line! I work at the Mill myself and I love all of the food spots. I've been trying every sandwich Nana has starting with anything that has bacon, turkey bacon and regular and she's not simply putting a few slices she is loading it up!! Fresh food, friendly service at a very fair cost!!!! read more

This is such a cute place! Plenty of street parking in Laurel and worth the travel. Community hang out for sure. The staff knows the patrons by name. People walk over and introduce themselves and ask where your from !! Nowadays who does this ?? I would say they have seating for around roughly 20 people or so, but don't let that stop you! We came on a Saturday and I am pretty sure 2pm was peak time and many were clearing out from a book signing that was hosted there and just wrapping up. This cafe has so much to offer like homemade gumbo, jerk wings, and sandwiches. You can choose from smoothies, teas, coffees, and lattes as well. Sweet tooth, a variety of homemade pound cakes, cup cakes, and old school grandma style bunt cakes. Then I look to my left and I see the coveted wine infused ice cream that I have been looking to stumble upon for quite some time now. I had to brace myself, because I knew I would be back shortly and I did not want to take all the fun out of my visit by ordering everything in one sitting. It was a cold day so I got the warm chamomile tea, high quality loose leaf with lots of flavor. The jerk wings were pretty good, slightly dried out from being over cooked. Next time I'm in, I will politely say something as the server did ask me how everything was. Everyone was so friendly. Me and my home girl stretched out on that couch, laughed, kee-keed and nibbled until staff turned the OPEN sign off around 7pm. Now my friend is The Queen of Picky and she had not one complaint, she mentioned the slice of strawberry shortcake she had was DIVINE and complimented the staff. Next time I will make sure to take advantage of the 5% off Yelp deal when I check in. Good spirits in this place, now I see why its More Than (Just) Java! read more

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I've been making a point to stop by More than Java Cafe at least 2x month. The menu is great, the customer service is awesome and welcoming (always feel myself wanting to ask 'are we related or do i know you from somewhere?' - that's how homey and warm the staff are!). A couple of weeks ago, there was a lemonade and cupcake stand hosted by young entrepreneurs and I loved that! I cannot wait until things are back to normal and we can enjoy live music, drink coffee and eat in the cafe again! read more

I enjoyed this little spot. If you're driving too fast you will miss it. There's a very nice mother and daughter duo working here. I ordered a croissant, which was good and my watermelon ginger juice was sooo refreshing. But lemme tell you about the pecan pie!!! Listen, you need that in your life. There is a lot to offer on the menu and I'm so sad I can't go during the week due to my work schedule. I'll definitely be returning. read more

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I was in the area with my sister and we wanted to go to a Black owned coffee shop and came across this cafe. We order two iced lattes, a bagel and muffin. They messed up our order by giving us hot coffee instead of iced, but they were so quick to fix our order. The food was amazing! I loved how the iced coffee had frozen coffee ice cubes, it prevented the drink from having a watery taste. The chocolate muffin was moist with the perfect amount of sweetness. My overall experience was great, I highly recommend!! read more

I was heading out on a road trip with some friends and needed to grab a bite before getting the miles in so we decided to order to-go from More Than Java Cafe. They were really patient with us because we had a large order and they were quick to have it ready. Let me tell you, I'm so happy we found this spot. I had the jerk chicken salad on a croissant. It was so delicious, I finished half of it while still parked and thought about finishing it during the entire drive to our destination. I'll have to stop by weekly to get one now. Everyone else enjoyed their food as well and we all got something different. I can't wait to come back read more

I've been here a couple time for food. Coffee isn't great but the food is really affordable and good. There are lots of vegan and vegetarian options that are so good too. read more