Palmas is a fairly recent addition to downtown Cranford, but I had heard about it on TikTok. I loved walking into the Salvadoran-owned cafe as it felt very warm and inviting. The staff was friendly and offered great suggestions. Although it was very busy on Saturday afternoon, I was happy to find a few seats available with the background music at the perfect, conversational volume. I only came in to order coffee, but seeing all those delicious pastries and baked goods made me almost change my mind. There were several winter specials available, so I decided to try the dulce de leche latte. I really enjoyed it since it was bold and strong, but had a smooth, sweet finish. There were many tasty-sounding latte choices such as horchata, tiramisu, and the golden palms latte, which is made of turmeric. I look forward to trying one of those the next time that I return. read more

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Went in here because my usual coffee spot across the street that I drove 25 minutes for is closed for New Year's Day. Shout out to Palmas Cafe for being open! I ordered three fried empanadas (two chicken and one beef). they were okay - the crust is a bit different than I'm used to, but maybe the empanadas I typically have are baked. Also seemed to be more potato than meat in the beef one. The Americano coffee is awful. It gives mostly hot water with a hint of coffee flavor. I tossed it and didn't complain. Granted it's a cafe and not a coffee shop, but it's coffee! They have a plethora of other drinks that may be worth trying, but i will never order coffee here again. The decor inside is nice Also note, this is mostly a beverage and snack place. Very little food on the menu. read more

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I've been here a couple times. They have great wifi, delicious cold brew and a wonderful ambiance. Very instagrammable. The baristas are helpful, bathrooms clean. They have lots of pastry options, empanadas and coffee options. Only disappointment: they don't have a decaf drip coffee option. I found their drip coffee very strong. Beware this place is as busy as Track5. Getting a seat is difficult. Nonetheless, it's worth a visit. read more

One of my new favorite coffee shops! Came here with a few friends Tuesday late morning and there was no line. There's ample space to sit, work, and take in all the decor. It was impossible to chose what to order because there's so many great options but we settled for the Mango Smoothie, Blackberry Lemongrass and Benito Cold Brew as our drinks. Every drink was a hit and not overly sweet and syrupy like some coffee joints. The fried chicken empanadas were a little hard for the friends that ordered it but not a deal breaker. I got a delicious bean and cheese pupusa. This is one place I can't wait to come back to! read more

Palmas Cafe - Pupusa Bean and Cheese - Desserts Near Me - Cranford, New Jersey

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Came here for a Planted in Roots special event but also gave me the opportunity to check out this cute café. The place is absolutely cute It gives relaxing café chill I'm in New York vibes various aesthetic. They have all types of pastries any type of Matcha lattes coffee whatever your heart desires. The staff is super friendly. There is a massive parking lot so parking is not an issue. the prices are average. Everything was so good read more

Super cute, small space. We ordered coffees and a baked good, which was perfect after a long flight. read more

Palmas Cafe - Flat White - Desserts Near Me - Cranford, New Jersey

5 Stars!!! Simply. Amazing. If you are looking for an even better coffee spot in downtown Cranford- look no further than Palmas Cafe. I've done 3 times already and each time it is amazing. The space is amazingly designed and spacious. The coffee is the best in town - I tried the horchata latte and the rose petal cold brew. Would easily recommend either. Get there early, there is usually a long line. read more

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Stopped by for breakfast with a friend and it did not disappoint. The Philly cheesesteak empenada was the perfect savory to go with my pumpkin pie matcha, which is an incredible combination. You get the rich earthiness of the matcha and the sweetness of the pumpkin pie. And we couldn't resist some of their other treats when I saw them in the pastry case, so we also got the pistachio scone, which was divine. It has that nice crumbly texture without being too dry and has a delicious pistachio frosting on top. The surprise superstar was their Nutella cruffin. It's like a mini cinnamon roll and it's fantastic. All the baristas were super friendly, and you can tell they take care of their regulars. Plus the vibe is so good with people doing work, others talking with friends, and overall very chill. Highly recommend! read more

Palmas Cafe - Pastry display - Desserts Near Me - Cranford, New Jersey

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Wow, no words can describe this place.. all I can say is amazing effort & business very well done. Service was excellent, they are very quick even with them just opening & a line through the door they are on top of each & every customer. They have a smile, very attentive & polite. Ambiance was nice, I love how aesthetic the cafe is. They put so much thought to it, the interior is beautiful, you have a place to sit inside, outside in the back and even in the front. It could get crowded so if you don't like crowded areas you have the option to sit and eat in the back. You also can sit and plug your computer, to work on your stuff. Overall 10/10. Food was absolutely delicious, I had a pan de bono which was fresh & super soft. I also had a beef empanada which was also fresh, I loved both these items that I had to order it again. I did want to try the cheese papusas but I'm more of a revuelta lover so I skipped on that. Theirs a lot of pastries you can try Now for drinks I had a horchata latte with oatmilk & I loved it because I'm a huge fan of horchata. Not to sweet but perfect touch. My partner had a mango matcha which she also said was super good, tasted organic but it was a little too sweet for her. Overall 10/10 for this place, no disappointment. As a salvadorian, I can say I'm proud of this place, they are doing an amazing job with their business & they will continue to accomplish so much more! The hype is worth it ! Will definitely be going back again read more

beautiful oasis-themed decor, great coffee and seasonal drinks, delicious latin bakery items, friendly staff with a neighborhood vibe. Located in cranford downtown- it's a self-serve cafe(order at counter, pick and sit anywhere) with ample seating. Went on a Saturday morning - cafe was pretty busy but we were able to order in few minutes and grab a table. We ordered a skim latte and a cold brew with cold foam, both of which were perfectly brewed and refreshing. For snacks, the banana-walnut muffin was soft and fresh, but the real star was the pan de bono--it was warm, cheesy, and had that perfect chewy texture. Its a bit overpriced compared to other cafes in the area but overall a nice place to hangout and chit-chat. read more

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Visited this location with my two friends to grab coffee. The ambiance was great, vibrant , on a Sunday morning! I got a shaken espresso with a pupusa that was amazing! Would definitely come here again for coffee n a quick snack. read more

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Bright and inviting cafe serving coffees, teas, and food with a Latin American twist. Their front display is filled with colorful, homemade pastries and there's also fun seasonal menu to order from. I enjoyed the pumpkin spice horchata latte, whereas the pumpkin spice chai latte was too sweet for my preferences. I'd probably stick to coffee based drinks next time. I also tried the spinach & cheese and philly cheesesteak empanadas, which were both alright. Cute spot overall though! read more

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Palmas cafe is a great new addition to downtown Cranford. Today there was a long line (the social media hype is strong!!!) but the line moved quickly. We got our items within 10 minutes of ordering and found a seat inside. Their tiramisu latte is amazing - just as good as it looks! It was quite filling with a delicious mascarpone cream foam on top. I wanted to try their pupusas, but they were sold out for the day. I really enjoyed the spinach and cheese empanada instead. They have a great selection of coffees, refreshers, and pastries. Can't wait to come again! read more

Palmas Cafe - Spinach and Baked Cheese Empanada - Desserts Near Me - Cranford, New Jersey

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I loved everything about this place. It's so nice to see Hispanic culture so strong and others enjoying it. I was astonished by the diversity within the staff and the menu. I tried some of the baked empanadas on the menu not pictured because I ate them so quickly lol. My drink was made to perfection and they were able to make it decaf which was a bonus. The establishment was packed with tons of people sitting with family and friends enjoying light bites. It really felt like i had truly find a little bit of home in cranford. read more

This place was sooo cute! The sweet treats were delicious, and the coffee wasn't just tasty--it also had such a fun aesthetic. I went on a Sunday around 11 a.m., and it was PACKED! That's the only downside--you basically have to scope out people who look like they're almost done and hope they leave soon. But honestly, with a spot this cute, I kind of expected the crowd. My friend and I split up: she ordered while I tracked down seats. read more

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Such a cute place with lots of sweet treats! I wish I lived close by to visit more often! read more

Palmas Cafe - Iced Latte, Avocado Toast with Egg, blueberry danish - Desserts Near Me - Cranford, New Jersey

Came here early on a Saturday morning for breakfast . The inside of the cafe is bright , modern and inviting . The presentation of their food / dessert items is attractive as well . They offer a lot of unique items . I ordered the Dubai Chocolate scone and the protein iced latte . I loved the scone it had that classic buttery, homemade taste . The latte packed a punch and I love anything that has a collagen or protein option . Every time I pass by after 8 am it's always busy up until they close at 6 pm . read more

Palmas Cafe - Collagen latte special - Desserts Near Me - Cranford, New Jersey

Genuinely my favorite coffee place in New Jersey. I've gone at least 8 times now, figured I make a review. My favorite coffee is their horchata latte with cold foam! 10/10. The most aesthetically pleasing looking one is def their tiramisu latte, super cute. The service is always friendly and quick. I love their pistachio croissants it's my favorite thing to get there now, my friends typically love the pupusas. The pan de bono is a bit pricey than I'm use to but it is really good even on days that it's not too fresh which is actually really impressive. Would absolutely recommend this place read more

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First time visiting, smaller place than I imagined based on pictures, but was chill and clean environment.. Therefore, there was no seating inside as it was packed.. I ordered the matcha tea and spinach croissant, which was delicious.. I enjoyed the drink and food so I'll definitely be back.. I recommend this place.. read more

I saw on TikTok that this brand new Salvadoran cafe opened up this past Friday and I couldn't wait to come try it. I came on a Monday to work remotely and let me tell you it was busyyyy already at 10:30 AM. The inside decor is so modern and pretty and the all of the staff were super nice. At first I got their Chagaccino latte which was a mushroom coffee - I wanted to try something new and I'm glad I did! It was pretty good and I definitely would drink it again but also want to try their other drinks. I also got their pistachio scone which was super tasty and the scone was perfectttt, I'm super picky about scones but I loved it. Later on I tried the Philly cheesesteak, ham and cheese, and chicken empanadas. All of them were super delicious and perfectly crispy but had a perfect amount of filling on the inside. I will say that the cheesesteak empanada didn't remind me of a Philly cheesesteak only because it had all of those Hispanic flavors. It was honestly just a better cheesy beef empanada. I worked at the cafe remotely from 10:30 - 5 and it was perfect, there's so many outlets near all of the tables and the WiFi was strong enough for my multiple video teams meetings, and just being in my laptop the whole time. I'll most definitely being working remotely there wayyyyy more often and can't wait to try other items on their food and drink menus! read more

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The line was long because it is a new hot spot. The line goes all the way to the back. . Offers more coffee options than the coffee shop across the street. Lots of different and tasty pastries. My rose latte was well made. The pan de bono was ok, have had better. The Nutella croissant was good. Took one home with me. Will be back when all the other menu items are available read more

While I've always loved the aesthetic, coffee, and treats at Palmas Café, I recently had an experience that completely changed my feelings about the place. I ordered three coffees and two kids' hot chocolates, and right away I felt the energy from the staff was very dry and disengaged. Unfortunately, my nephew accidentally dropped his hot chocolate -- something that happens with kids -- and the staff didn't offer to replace it. When I asked for a new one, they charged me again without any empathy or understanding for the situation. Overall, I'm very disappointed with how the situation was handled, especially when it involved a child. I hope they take this as an opportunity to improve their customer service. read more

Cozy coffee spot. Great coffee and treats. A comfortable meeting place in the center of town. Huge variety of pastries for everyone.

Amazing amazing amazing. From food to service, our first time visiting Palmas cafe was top tier. Pupusas were made to perfection. The horchata $ tiramisu latte were our favorites. Must try. read more

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This place just opened up so I decided to try it on a Saturday morning. Waited 40 minutes on the line which was understandable. The service was great, everyone was very friendly. My food and drink was great but I paid $13 for just these two things which I thought was pricey. A pan de bono is $3.95 here which I also think is a bit much but it is cranford.. all in all, great place but not too affordable. read more

Palmas Cafe - Pork Pupusa Bean Cheese and Caramel Latte - Desserts Near Me - Cranford, New Jersey

I've been wanting to try this place since it first opened but never got around to it. Finally went today and got a raspberry matcha latte, horchata latte, and a cheese pupusa and WOW! I have tried a bunch of matcha drinks from different places and this one knocks it out of the ball park. I took a sip from my husband's horchata late and normally I am not a huge fan of cinnamon in drinks but it was pretty good. This was my first time trying a pupusa, but it came with this delicious sauce and a small cup of some sort of salad and it was 10/10. read more

Palmas Cafe - Pupusa Cheese - Desserts Near Me - Cranford, New Jersey

Excellent food! From sandwiches we shared to Avacado toast and assorted muffins. Cappuccino was rich and delicious. Wonderful staff and a relaxed, friendly ambiance during our 2 hour stay! Our friends from out of town want to return! We're lucky- we live here! read more

Ok wow! As a first generation salvi, I was absolutely nervous. Sometimes when places try to take a modern twist on Latin food, it sometimes lose the culture. BUT that is the complete opposite here. I've never felt soooo proud of a salvi place before. The pupusas are authentic. The horchata latte, delicious. The service, spot on. The decoration, absolutely beautiful. It reminds me of cafes in San Salvador. Truly the variety of food and beverages gives you so many delicious options to try. I can't wait to keep visiting. read more

I am a resident of Cranford and was so excited to see Palmas finally open. This is the such a nice addition to the town and brings in a lot of people from neighboring towns who now come to visit Cranford on a regular basis. Everything about Palmas is top notch, from the delicious selection of coffee and unique food to the friendly baristas and bakers I give Palmas my highest rating. It is family owned and they treat you like family. Please, if you get the chance stop in and you will see for yourself.....thank you Palmas!!! read more

Got shaken espresso with almond milk and it was perfect ! I bought the Nutella pistacchio scone and it was a little too hard for my taste, couldn't finish it. My friend had the cheese bread (Latin speciality) which was also average. The service was great and couldn't experience the inside ambiance as a lot of seats were taken by people working on the computer so we decided to just sit outside. read more

Didn't really represent Salvadorian foods. I walked in and they only displayed typical American pastries which is great but I came in with the expectation of mainly eating Salvadorian food. I asked for the food menu and they said they only had pupusas and that was all. Cashier was nice but this felt more of like a Starbucks than anything else. read more

Service was quick, everything we tried was good there's something for everyone here from sweet to savory they got it

They are crazy almost $6.00 for a pupusa elsewhere is half that price. They aren't even that big to justify the price.