This review is about service and class and who I will and will not trust to prepare what I consume. I ordered a Velvet ice with oat milk. The woman taking my order added "no whip" because she assumed I didn't want dairy at all. When I asked for the whip they, with a nasty attitude, told me I had to pay extra. That didn't make sense to me considering the photo shows whip cream included. They started having a conversation in the back about me for making this simple request pointing out what their menu shows. I then pulled up the menu, waited in line again, and I showed them the menu and the mobile app which both show whip included and which you actually have to deselect it and neither has an additional fee. The woman preparing my order acknowledged that she deselected it on my behalf since I asked for oat milk. At this point - this is absolutely not about the whip cream or the upcharge, it is the abhorrent service, the aggressive demeanor, and the unexplained disdain I was shown when I treated both women with nothing but respect from the moment I walked in to the moment I walked out of the establishment. ATP the woman who took my order saw the issue and was going to resolve it by, of course, adding the included whip cream! However, the manager, DJ returned and interfered refusing to allow her to do so & going on a rant directed at me when I was not at all in communication with her. Then, as she was returning my order (which included a tip btw!!) she proceeded to attempt to insult me by saying, "if you don't have 70 cents to pay for this, just say so." For the record, the tip I left was more than the 70 cents so that obviously did not land well. Throughout this dumbfounding experience, I was standing there, my voice calm, not raised, in a store full of my customers (after I patiently waited in line a second time) at 10 months pregnant. We all have bad days, but on so many levels, this cannot be acceptable at any point. To insult someone to try to win a "debate" over a non-issue in an industry where some of us remember "the customer is always right," is despicable at best. I hope someone finds a training opportunity in this, but I will not return to ever find out. read more

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I had a friend that told me that this Pj's was in the area the week prior, and made it my mission to come here the following week! My little piece of NOLA! I love this place. I ordered a latte and some beignets for the road with white chocolate sauce, and OMG - so so yummy! I loved my little piece of NOLA in MD. & my next time in the area, I will for sure be returning. This location is super fitting too, with a lot of customers coming with their laptop or workbooks to not only eat and be served, but to use the space for their own personal development. read more

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This is the OG of all PJ's that have opened! They offer things on their menu that aren't universally available throughout the other locations & that's what keeps me venturing back here. Plus the customer service is always great! A seasonal drink that is my absolute FAV!!! If they have the ingredients out of season, I appreciate the young lady always willing to make it for me. The store is always clean...& no matter the time of day or how long the like can get, the baristas are efficient and on point!!! Well done PJ's Fairwood location! You guys are 6 years in and have definitely set a standard for service. Happy Yelping! read more

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Always stop by this place when I'm in town. The service is kind and patient the ambiance and music is clutch. The coffee is top notch. My friends love the beignets. read more

PJ's Coffee - Dark roast with almond milk and sugarfree white chocolate flav - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

Placed an order to-go via DoorDash for iced white mocha, lemonade, and a 3-pk beignet. Order wasn't ready upon arrival. Zero acknowledgment by the 3 associates working there. Coffee was lukewarm and didn't have much ice. It was also very bitter. The lemonade had too much ice so a large cup was finished in only a few sips. The beignets were warm and fluffy but tasted doughy and underbaked in the middle. The inside had several different kinds of seatings. Outside seats were available too albeit without shades. Parking was free and store wasn't overcrowded. I wouldn't mind revisiting if in the area again but wouldn't go out of my way just to go there. Still a good Starbucks alternative. read more

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Dare I say better than Starbucks? The coffee is fresh, rich, and comes in various flavors. I got the caramel velvet ice drink which is adjacent to a frappuccino. The drink was flavorful, creamy, and smooth. I really enjoy the ambience of the restaurant which is NewOrleans-themed. They also sell delicious beignets-- a NewOrleans staple. The coffee shop has New Orlean's jazz playing throughout the restaurant which sets the tone for a fun lighthearted chat. Customer service is also great and the order's typically come out pretty quickly. There is also an option to order online and pickup your order at the to-go station. Looking for a local coffee shop to chat or catch up on some light work, then I'm sure you'll really enjoy PJs Coffee! read more

PJ's Coffee - Caramel velvet ice and beignets (10/10) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

I was able to try their iced Southern Wedding Cake latte and I'll be back to get that again. Wow, that's truly amazing. I was greeted warmly at the counter and the barista explained what was all in the drink. The store was cleaned and not busy at the time. They have plenty of seating to do work. However, they do play music. read more

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I really enjoy this coffee shop. The staff is friendly, the beignets are very delicious. I had an iced latte that was very good. The shop is really nice. If I'm ever in the area again, I will stop by. read more

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Their vegan oatmeal cookie tastes like your grandma's famous fresh baked cookies. It's so good, you won't even dare to think that it's vegan, because it tastes delicious. However, the iced matcha latte needs room for improvement. Apparently, they scale their liquid amounts to the ounce size of the cup. So, if you request a drink with ice, your drink will be filled to the top of the cup. If you order your drink without ice, your drink will be filled to the amount size you ordered for. I ordered a iced matcha latte with light ice. That's why the drink depicted looks like it's half gone already. Honestly, I didn't like that concept. Should they go by the ounce size ordered, then the liquid amount ordered should fill the cup up entirely. Not half way liquid and the other half unfilled. read more

PJ's Coffee - Iced Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

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WOW! Completely impressed by everything && everyone! I LOVE BEIGNETS && was coming in as a hard critic because I just didn't think it was possible for someone to make them so good and OMG I wish we brought some home! Its quiet inside with music playing. The vibes give you a coffee shop in NOLA. Folks were in there working as we just stopped by for coffee and beignets. I can't wait to revisit and happy to learn they have one in Alexandria as well! THANK YOU FOR THE GOODNESS YOU BRING! read more

PJ's Coffee - BEIGNETS && CHAI GINGERBREAD LATTE - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

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Extremely slow service. Only one person taking orders. The coffee and food prepares moved at a glacial pace as if they didn't have a care in the world. Plan to take 20 minutes to even get your order. Also if you want milk or cream in your coffee you must order a Latte or Cappuccino. They do not supply any dairy to add to your coffee. The breakfast sandwiches are served cold unless you request for them to be warmed. Very small seating area. It's basically a to go operation but fir people not on their way to work unless you don't mind being late. read more

I visited PJ's Coffee because there has been widespread discussion regarding their beignets. I found them to be exceptionally delicious. I purchased three bags to enjoy later, each of which was quite large. Additionally, I inquired with a staff member about a suitable beverage recommendation. She asked about my personal preferences, such as whether I prefer something fruity, sweet, or hot. She then provided me with a delightful drink, the name of which I cannot recall, but it was truly extraordinary. read more

I luv this place! Beignets are the best! I just adore the atmosphere with the friendliest environment! This is truly a happy place! The owners are down to earth and genuine! Customer service is amazing! read more

PJ's Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

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First, I love the atmosphere the decor very comfortable place to stay and enjoy ourselves. Looks like everybody was very comfortable. The bathrooms were well lit and well designed the only drawback that one bathroom I wanted to did not have any toilet paper. Just a small thing that could be corrected. I ordered an iced coffee and I also ordered a instant oatmeal, I think red Mills brand My only comment is the barista and young lady servicing me. Could've had a little bit better training and a little bit better confidence. She seemed to be insecure handling the instant oatmeal finding the butter that I wanted and interacting with me other than that very nice place. read more

A little slice of New Orleans in Maryland...! I need more of this in my life! The coffee and beignets bring me back to NOLA, even though we're many miles away. My biscuit sandwich looks like it was going to be all biscuit and no filling, but it was all hidden well. It tasted great too! The beignets were a mix of puffy and too dense. That could have been due to the oil being recently changed though. Too much sugar as well, but that's technically authentic! LOL The coffee was the real winner. My iced chicory coffee was delicious, just the right bitterness, full of flavor. The café au laît was also well made and tasty. Overall, while true aficionados will argue the finer details, it hit a home run for me. read more

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The employees were kind, coffee was delicious and there was nice music playing in the background.

Walked in was greeted and ordered was taken right away! There wasn't anyone ahead of me so my order was made fast and I was back out the door. read more

PJ's Coffee - King Cake Shaken Espresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

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This is such a nice option if you're looking for a good drink & something to eat. We stopped in for beignets and something hot to drink and were not disappointed. If I'd gone earlier on a less rainy and cold day, I would've loved to try their red Bull drinks but today was not it for that. My honey oat milk latte hit the spot. The staff were friendly and willing to give us our drinks while we waited on the beignets, which I appreciated. The beignets didn't take much longer. This location is kind of tucked away in a strip mall shopping center in a relatively quiet area. read more

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5 stars for the beignets OMG they are great! There is a reason why I have avoided pjs because I knew I would be instantly addicted to these lovely pastries. Now I want to go back for the beignets. I had the nerve to eat them in the morning parking lot of the gym before Zumba. That's how I have stayed away because of the gym. I know my gym mates have gotten weak to a beignets or two LOL. I also enjoyed the cappuccino because it was strong like it. Customer service was good. The place was nice inside. I am sorry I have been avoiding this place. I'll be back soon! read more

I waited over 20 mins for 3 iced lattes that I ordered ahead of time online, they still managed to make them bad. First sip I took was all sugar crumbled up at the bottom and it didn't have the oat milk or the syrup I had picked. My cups were not even filled as they should've been and no one there was attentive once I arrived there. The service was bad and my coffee was BAD, you could tell just by the color. I didn't have time to go back and argue with them and remake my coffees so I reached out and can't seem to get a hold of anyone for a refund. I'm so disappointed because other locations have never made my drinks bad. read more

This was my first time at PJs, and Dar and Darron provided excellent customer service ! It was late in the afternoon, and I was the only customer at that time, but they were both helpful, friendly and attentive. I went with an order of beignets and a chai latte with butter rum syrup. Both were really good. I like that they have a list of all the available syrups at the register, some were pretty unique (I think, I'm not really a coffee drinker). The store was clean with available seating for those wanting to dine in. It's in a plaza, so there was also plenty of parking available. read more

I love PJs coffee. I especially like the beginners! Most of the coffee beverages are good. However, I wanted a version of caramel macchiato. They said no problem they can make one. I asked for extra caramel. What I got was nothing like a caramel macchiato. It was bitter with not a hint of caramel flavor. I headed home. Mixed it up with a stir to see if that would improve things. It barely made a difference. It was less bitter, a bit of sweetness came though but really not enough to identify the caramel. The egg, sausage, biscuit was tasty if a bit small. Overall, I really enjoyed the food, but the drink was a fail. I think in the future I will stick to drinks on the menu. I have had many good coffee drinks at PJs in the past. read more

Food: we usually only get the beignets, but next time we might try a breakfast sandwich! The beignets are perfect. We love them I've been to New Orleans, and out of all five beignets that I've tried. These are definitely the second ranked... The first is a NOLA. Service: the service is always friendly. The owner Mike is really nice. The staff are very friendly and make helpful suggestions so that you can get the perfect beverage for you. Ambiance: the Ambiance is cozy. You can definitely get some work done if you're doing a little officer business seen. We usually just go to grab a cup of coffee and chat for a little bit and eat our beignets! I definitely remind you of a Nola vibe. read more

PJ's Coffee - Southern wedding cake latte with almond milk and Splenda ... yum ! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

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This is our go to place for coffee! Friendly people, great atmosphere, nice music, fantastic coffee, and yummy beignets (best I've had so far outside of NOLA). Plus there is a neighborhood feel. Love the location too because it is so close to places where we can walk outside, it's close to a gym, shopping center and gas station we can get multiple things done all at once. We love PJs! read more

The interior was that of a standard coffee chain and the service was friendly and efficient. The oat milk latte was solid and got the job done. The cafe au lait was not bad. The spinach and feta croissant was filling, flaky, and well seasoned and went well with the coffee. The cranberry orange scone had a satisfying bite to it and a very good flavor, but was extremely dry. This spot is nothing to write home about but a decent coffee joint that will hit the spot. read more

PJ's Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

2 is because of the Beignets! The customer service here isn't what I expect from a local neighborhood coffee shop. She know who she is, the same exact thing I mentioned to another gentleman who works there smiled and said "you're right that's a great idea" and we proceeded to have a great convo. The African American girl took extreme offense and stated I worked there blah blah blah. It wasn't so much the comment, as much as it was the body language and attitude. I'm ok not spending money there no more. She's a customer service killer. read more

The Bowie area is so fortunate to have a PJ's Coffee! The New Orleans flavors, tastes, vibes, and music are the essential ingredients. PJ's French Roast coffee is one of my favorites, but from time to time I try the other roasts and flavors. The Mardi Gras blend is wonderful too. I typically do not drink iced coffee but the Mocha Velvet Ice coffee slushy drink is phenomenal. The fact that I can choose between 14 dairy choices for the iced blend takes it over the moon and keeps calories (and lactose) in check. The coffee is on point, but I buried the lead because the addictive beignets are made to order! The beignets, topped with copious amounts of confectioners sugar, are the best I have had outside of New Orleans. Served three to an order, they are little pastries of heaven. Slightly crispy outside and super soft doughy interior. Even if you live miles away, the beignets are worth the drive. Service is always with a smile. Since the beignets and coffee drinks are freshly made to order, be prepared for a short wait. The prices are fair and they have a app that is tops among coffee places. My only issue is that they do not have a fixings bar with sweetener, cream, stirrers, or even napkins. Customers have to ask staff for those items (seems strange, and is a needless hassle considering this is a coffee house). During Covid that may have made sense, but the time has come to rethink this approach, please. Lastly, the vibe and music are wonderful. They play a New Orleans jazz, zydeco, soul, and standards focused playlist. The spacious interior place is always clean and conducive to customers gathering to enjoy coffee and a beignet.This is a neighborhood gem with fantastic coffee and the best beignets outside of the Big Easy! read more

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Just the right amount of atmosphere to have a pleasant conversation. A good cup of coffee, fresh danish and feeling safe at the same time; especially if you're alone! read more

"What do you have going on? It looks like the final round of Top Chef in here," Robyn McCall asserts, seeing her daughter Delilah cutting up green onions. "My class is having a Cultural Heritage Potluck; and, you know, since we have roots in Louisiana, I'm making gumbo." "Why didn't you tell me? I would've helped you," Aunt Vi interjects. "I know; I just thought I'd surprise you; and, also, I found this 'bomb recipe' on Bon Appetit, so..." "Don't kill her, Aunt Vi. I swear, I promise you, I raised her better than this," Robyn responds as Aunt Vi glowers. "Since when is Bon Appetit an authentic source for gumbo recipes?" Aunt Vi says as she grabs the recipe. "No okra, no andouille sausage, no way you are taking this knockoff nonsense into your classroom representing this family. Girl, please. In fact, put your knife down. We going on a field trip." And just like that, Aunt Vi takes Delilah to The Brass Spoon, one of her husband's and Robyn's father's New York City favorites, only to discover that the former owner's son has discarded the authentic Creole cuisine because he could not locate his mother's recipes after she passed. With a steel-trap memory and a love of The Brass Spoon's recipe, Vi sets about recreating their gumbo from memory, injecting life and The Brass Spoon's cultural lifeblood back into the menu and onto tables with scores of paying customers. With its first location having opened on Maple Street in the Crescent City by founder Phyllis Jordan (PJ) in 1978, PJ's Coffee has since spread its New Orleans' authentic menu options of Beignets and Cafe Au Lait to more than 100 locations. My wife and I sought out the location at 12530 Fairwood Parkway in Bowie, Maryland. Whereas she opted for the time-tested, hot, flaky, powdered-sugary sweetness of an order of three Beignets, paired with a Cafe Au Lait, I opted for a beyond-buttery Applewood Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit. Fortunately, my wife graciously offered me one of her three Beignets. Suffice it to say, although PJ's Coffee doesn't offer gumbo on its menu, Aunt Vi probably would have been just fine with Delilah bringing her classmates Beignets, so long as Delilah saved some for "the pillars of the household!" read more

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I had to make a quick trip to Bowie and it's becoming one of my favorite places to visit. So I decided to treat myself to a solo brunch in a quaint cafe. PJ's Coffee was the perfect choice. Great reviews and the Cuban Sandwich is what really motivated me. :) yum. It was so good, the carnitas were moist and flavorful. The Beignets were the best I've ever tasted thus far. (No offense Nola) they were fresh out the grease. The staff was welcoming and patient. I told him it was my first time and he said "Great welcome and thanks for coming." I wanted a blended coffee with my usual Hazelnut but also paired with something different and I was recommended the Vanilla Bean which was a great choice. It's a coffee shop so the mellow vibes were expected, the only thing I was missing was my laptop. Definitely will be returning (*whispers* tomorrow) for the Beignets. read more

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Matcha latte was good. We loved the beignets! So delicious. Very friendly staff, they helped with suggestions when asked. Cant wait to go back and try a new drink. read more

Decided to support local and check out PJ's Coffee in Fairwood. The staff was very kind during my visit. My Americano was a little too watery & they had no problem remaking jt for me. The coffee shop is spacious, so you can definitely get some work done in there. I heard great things about their desserts, so I will be back to try those beignets! read more

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My service was always wonderful here and even today my service was ok. However what I didn't appreciate was the disrespect the employees showed one of their own coworker's and for it to happen right in front of me was heartbreaking. No apology no nothing. Just terrible, they did not care who saw them which was even worse bc It was a customer. read more

5 STARS ACROSS THE BOARD! This place is the real deal. Look no further if you want a quick and familiar taste of New Orleans. The staff is very welcoming, and the ambiance gives NOLA! So, this is the place to be, whether you are looking to order to-go, meet a friend for coffee, or telework/study. -- Highly recommend it! read more

PJ's Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

Love this place. Got a medium latte with one Splenda and butter rum syrup. Never had that before so I tried it. Yum! I was asked if I wanted it served traditionally which means adding white chocolate. I made the sacrifice and said sure. Glad I did. read more

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I have been wanting to check out this coffee shop for months and was super excited we went today. When my wife seen that they had beignets she knew she had to go and try them. At first I was skeptical about trying them because I've been disappointed before. But baby they were spectacular and we got some for a friend and took some home. I got the green tea mojito with the beignets which both were a 10/10. One of my sons got the sausage and egg sandwich with a peach Palmer tea he said both were also a 10/10. My oldest got a chocolate chip cookie and a coffee drink(he didn't like it because he's not use to coffee) he enjoyed the cookie. My wife also enjoyed the beignets and her drink. Our bestfriend even said that the being were great and she had to reheat hers once we got them to her. Overall we give this place a solid 10. They have a seating area for you to dine, eat and work. The staff seemed pretty friendly. The space is clean. They do get pretty pack. read more

Pj's in Bowie is truly a staple, the beignets are served hot and are much fluffier and a much better quality batter than that of Cafe De Monde in THEEEE New Orleans. Those beignets I often found that the mixture was lacking, think pancake batter without the fluffiness and the butter. These are by. far the best. beignets I have ever had, I was taught in New Orleans that in order to fully enjoy the beignets you must also order a cup of hot coffee and dip the beignets in order to eliminate the dryness of the pastry, however here at PJ's I had no need for this. I did enjoy a cup of the buttery rum latte but had no desire to dip as they both deserved homage independently. The beignets were so filling I only needed one and will enjoy the rest at a later time....hopefully I can figure out how to reheat while preserving them. My only gripe is the need for more spaced out seating but maybe that is what provides and adds to the intimacy of this space. I felt bad having to share a table with another group that were there for bible study. Some of the tables are awkwardly spaced and it was difficult to find a table that would protect me and was a good distance from the door as it is getting chilly. Either way I will return and I do know that expanding establishments can at some times impede on the quality of the product. read more

Great beignets though they are a little different in texture then what I'm used to. I really enjoyed them though. The granita was pretty good but I didn't finish as I added caramel and it was too sweet for me. read more

PJ's Coffee - Beignets and granita - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Bowie, Maryland

My goodness! I have never had a tougher, hard to chew, almost broke my tooth cinnamon bagel in life. The bagel was so hard like it was made for dogs. Maybe they don't toast them. Perhaps they put them in a microwave as it felt like when you leave bread in a micro waaaay too long and it makes it inedible. Geez! I thought the Bix bagels were tough. Wow! My latte was decent but dang that bagel was awful. read more

This is my favorite place to suggest to meet friends for a coffee and catch up. The ambiance is consistently inviting, the beignets are fresh to order and to die for. They're NOT to be shared...I highly suggest everyone get their own. read more