Natas & Bowls

I came across this really nice coffee shop in Newark @intrinsiccafe ! Definitely a great spot to…read moresit down drink coffee and do some work inside or outside when the weather is great! Plenty of shade outdoors to sit out there comfortably! If you ever around make sure to pass by! You won't regret it!

Cute little cafe! I…read morelived my Vietnamese Iced Coffee. It was listed as hot but she was able to make it an iced coffee for me. The person working was really nice and accommodating. There were a few students in there with laptops doing school work. I was very happy with my visit and do recommend. I do wish I tried some of their baked goods because they looked scrumptious!

Such a nice spot to spend time with your thoughts and coffee. So peaceful and serene.

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Akihi

5.0(6 reviews)

2.4 mi

Came here on a Thursday night around 9pm after our show at the NJPAC and was surprised it was busy…read more They have 2 kiosk up front and they offer a variety of drinks, snacks and desserts. My friends and I ordered their toter tots, crispy chicken and chocolate bubble waffles with milk tea ice cream to share and I ordered their jasmine tea with cheese foam. Our order was ready a lot quicker than I had expected. The taiwanese crispy chicken was crispy, juicy and tender as they used chicken thighs for it. It was also well seasoned and tasted authentic. The tater tots were also perfectly fried as it was super crispy and they were sprinkled with the same seasoning as the chicken. The bubble waffle was the biggest surprise for me as I have never found a place that does it right (texture wise). This is the place! The waffle was crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside and the batter wasn't too floury as I have often found in other places. But that could also be because we ordered chocolate flavor so I should try their original next time. My only complaint is it didn't have enough chocolate taste for me. The milk tea ice cream, although wasn't the best I've had but it's decent and you can still taste the tea. My jasmine tea with cheese foam was fragrant and the cheese foam complimented the tea well and didn't make it overly filling. Overall, I really enjoyed everything I've ordered here and it's perfect for a mid day or late night snack and drink. I have been to other locations in the area and thought they're not as good as this one so I will have to come back to this location especially for their bubble waffles.

Came here recommended by a good friend and was not disappointed! I ordered the brown sugar brûlée…read moreand yes! They pull out a torch to create the crispy top layer. The taste was absolutely delicious, such a creative take on boba. You order on a touch screen, with many variations of drinks and foods! They even hold specials for the early birds, very convenient for nearby students. Would come back just for this drink alone!

Tater tots, crispy chicken, chocolate bubble waffles with milk tea ice cream, jasmine tea with cheese foam

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Brown Sugar Brulee

Coperaco

4.1(186 reviews)

2.1 mi

I ordered an Iced Mango Matcha Latte and it was a perfect drink for me to drink as I get some work…read moredone while waiting for a soccer match nearby. The barista was very friendly and made the drink exactly as requested. The cafe has greenery everywhere and there are plenty of seats from single up to large groups with or without tables. I love coming here and getting a break from the city atmosphere outside. There's construction across the street, but you don't even notice.

A big fan of this café and its beautiful interior! I'm quite jealous of the residents who get to…read morecome here often, but luckily it's a quick walk from the PATH station :) I usually would come here if I needed to get some work done or just needed a relaxing environment to study. I gave it 4 stars because despite the ambiance, I wouldn't say that the coffee or foods (sandwiches) were amazing or memorable. It gets the job done for when you feel peckish, or are in need of a much-needed caffeine boost.

Community table upstairs

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Tiramisu latte

Caribbrew

4.7(20 reviews)

1.8 mi

Drinks were yummy! Event area was beautiful! 1 bathroom toilet and sink is shared for all guests…read more No parking. Clean. Friendly staff and owner. Service is great!

We have been buying Caribbrew coffee for a few years now and were really happy to hear they opened…read morea cafe in our state! While in Newark we made a point to visit Caribbrew. The ambiance is cheerful and inviting, it transported us to a warm island day for our brief stay. It seems there was only one barista working that day and she was very helpful, patient, and friendly. My husband ordered the Cremas Latte and oh my god I wish I got it, it was so delicious; creamy, flavorful and sweet. I ordered the iced toasted almond "hot" chocolate, it was a very rich dark chocolate taste with the amaretto flavor coming through nicely. It was not overly sweet which I enjoyed. I think this is how hot chocolate was meant to taste and I'll be curious to try it hot. I also appreciated that there was some of my drink that didn't fit in the cup, so the barista gave it to me in another cup. My son ordered a Golden Mango Smoothie- he loved it! I love that it has turmeric in it, I felt good letting him have this drink. We also got some snacks. We ordered the Haitian beef patties which were very authentic. You get two per order which was a nice surprise. My son wanted to eat all 4 from our two orders. We also ordered a mini chocolate cake which was decadent and moist and a mini key lime pie which was refreshing and delicious! It was really nice being able to go to a Haitian cafe. My husband and son are Haitian and we enjoyed teaching our son about his culture while he can enjoy treats made with imported Haitian ingredients and recipes. He also enjoyed looking at the art work which prompted him to ask my husband more questions. I only wish there was better parking, especially for us out-of-towners, but I know that is hard in a city.

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Brewdacity

5.0(4 reviews)

1.5 mi

I had a chance to stop by the weds before thanksgiving, before heading to my bfs house. I heard…read morefrom a few people that it's small but unique. It was more than I expected. The guy at the register, chris was very friendly and knew about all the products and coffees at the shop. He recommended Salem's blend latte which pretty good. I'll def stop by again to see what they offer for the holidays. I'm actually surprised about the negative review and it seems like it's the same person under a different name. I guess they have the patience to wait and see these creatures lol that's unfortunate though, because it's definitely a shop worth visiting and supporting a local business. Best of luck to the owners and I'll swing by for the next flavor!

This place is a hidden gem! Please check them out as the owners are incredibly sweet and you are in…read morefor a treat when you check out their drink menu! Please take your friends here as the people here will surely appreciate you for supporting their business.

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Cortaditos Coffee

4.7(21 reviews)

2.0 mi

Absolutely love their iced latte with condensed milk. Makes the drink so delicious. The only…read moreproblem is parking. They have some spaces on the side but I cannot stay with confidence that it is legal parking. I've always been in and out when I order. So I have parked on the side of the building, but if you plan on sitting there, I would suggest parking at one of the parking lots nearby and walking.

I just so happened to drive past this place yesterday and then decided to run over and try it…read moretoday. It's was worth it. They may not have a direct parking lot, but there is some parking nearby on the street as well as a parking lot across the street. You walk in and it's such an adorable atmosphere to walk into just the cutest little café. The customer service is great. They welcome you as soon as you step through the door you go up to the counter put your food order in. You can get it to stay or to go. Today I tried the Tres Leche latte and Cubano Cortaditos. The coffee had a great flavor. It's made with condensed milk so it is on the sweet side. The sandwich was 10 out of 10. Great flavor. I like the Cuban bread not too thick not too heavy the perfect amount if you want a good Cuban sandwich with a 10 out of 10 cup of coffee definitely check this place out. They have a couple different locations. Also, sidenote, they are dog friendly. I saw a small jar of dog cookies on the counter.

Dining area

Cubano - good!

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Keep calm and jamón! Ham Croquette. Rich, good!

Method Cafe

4.4(13 reviews)

2.2 mi

Great coffee shop connected to a climbing gym. After two visits, I can give them my highest…read morerecommendation. If you're just there for the coffee, they have a nice large space with tons of seating and lots of natural light. The oatmilk cortado was delicious - I heard another customer tell the barista sipping it was "like a warm hug." What sets them apart is the food. I had an everything croissant with veggie cream cheese, and it is spectacular. So fresh, so delicious. Wow. They also have lots of sandwiches on the menu. The chicken sally hit the spot, and not a bad price. Hard to top in this area.

Chill and spacious coffee shop above a climbing gym. It sells food, drinks, climbing shoes,…read moreclimbing equipment and accessories, and the most important: ramen noodles. I ordered a large hot drip coffee and it was alright. Price was affordable and not out of reach The place is spacious with many benches, chairs, and desks to work or to do some research in there. It has free Wifi which was amazing. I chilled in there for about 2 hrs. Felt much more comfy than chilling at a Starbucks I'd say its a worthy coffee shop to enjoy your drink, chill, and relax

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Starbucks

3.3(68 reviews)

2.5 mi

Although space is limited for dine-in. Pleasant experience for me. Good and quick service. Restroom…read moreis spacious and clean. Parking is wherever you can find. Accepts credit/debit card. Not child friendly. See images for reference.

There's a new manager who sings EVERY FREAKING DAY DURING HIS ENTIRE SHIFT…read more It was endearing at first but now I can't focus on my work or listen to my music with headphones or read a book. IT'S THAT LOUD!!!!!

Aerocano

Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso

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Pecan Cortado

Tops Diner

Family-owned & operated

Philly Tastemakers took a trip to Tops Diner in East Newark, New Jersey, and once again, Tops did…read morenot disappoint! It's about an hour and a half drive from Philadelphia, but it's always worth it. I ordered the General James Honey Fried Chicken for the table, and oh my goodness, it was delicious! The four jumbo wings came out piping hot and so crispy! We poured the sauce over the chicken after putting it on our plates, and the combination of that crispy, hot chicken with the sauce was absolutely delicious. Definitely something I would order again! For my meal, I had the brisket grilled cheese with its delicious combination of cheeses and French onion soup. One of my dining guests ordered lamb with mac and cheese and spinach. I tasted the lamb, and it was incredibly tender! They also raved about the mac and cheese. Another guest ordered the oxtail Rasta pasta, which I sampled, and it was absolutely delicious. Another enjoyed waffles, and we also tried the cornbread with strawberry butter. I appreciated that the cornbread was lightly sweetened and not overly sweet. The lavender lemonade was another hit, with just the right amount of sweetness. What I really appreciated was the hospitality. Because we were traveling from Philadelphia, traffic was unpredictable. The staff graciously allowed me to adjust our reservation while waiting for my guests to arrive and seated us at the next available table once everyone was there. That was greatly appreciated! If you're planning to visit, I highly recommend making reservations in advance. For larger groups, call the restaurant directly and plan as early as possible because they get extremely busy. They also have a separate takeout area with seating where you may be able to order and enjoy your food if you don't have a reservation. Overall, my Philly Tastemakers guests rated their meals 10 out of 10! Everyone enjoyed their food, and I was happy to introduce them to one of my favorite dining spots. The hot latte and Bottled Shirley Temp Tops Diner, you did it again! Great food, wonderful hospitality, and another memorable dining experience. We'll definitely be back!

Wow, wow, wow! Had not been there since it had been rebuilt. Was surprised on how big it was now…read more Has a very cool vibe and a few different rooms. Our waiter Vladimir was top-notch!!! I can't say enough about him. He made our experience absolutely fantastic. The disco fries were HUGE and came with a large side of gravy. I like that they didn't put the gravy on the fries so they wouldn't get soggy. We also got a turkey club which was perfect and blueberry pancakes. You also start out with fresh delicious homemade bread. We were full but ordered cheesecake cake and chocolate cake to take home. We were so impressed how much all of the staff really hustled! The bathrooms were nice as well and offered mints and mouthwash. Great experience. Especially our server. Bravo!!!

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Banh & Bo

4.4(23 reviews)

2.7 mi

flavors are good very fast service…read moreit's like good fast food it's not slowly made, carefully toasted french bread all electronic service is a bit off putting i hope they offer good drinks soon like Vietnamese iced coffee

food is great but 20 minutes for a sandwich is really hard to justify. Unsure if it's a labor issue…read moreor what but a real shame l

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Monica S.

8 years ago

I have ordered from Natas and Bowls numerous times and haven't been disappointed yet. The tosta mista is delicious, the spinach and feta tart is great, and the coffee is always fresh. I have also ordered the tuna sandwich a few times and each time its just as yummy. I am so glad they opened up and offer a great menu. The owner is also very active on social media and is always trying to do different things which I appreciate. Keep up the good work! I'm def a returning customer! read more

Stephanie T.

5 years ago

I get Natas (custard cups) from here all the time and my coworkers love them! They are delicious! Definitely check this place out!

John

1 year ago

The acai is really good love going to this spot. This was my first time trying it and is my go to spot every once in a while.

Shana S.

8 years ago

First time here, and it was delicious. Very fresh and tasty. Will definitely come back.

Luz G.

8 years ago

I'm in love with place!! Great smoothies and friendly staff

Nathalie M.

9 years ago

The infamous acai bowls are a must when you come here!!!

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