Taylor welcomed me and gave good recos! Today I will try Guatemalan coffee! Rafa made me my lovely cuppa!! Thank you both for your hard work. Great one on one service. Tidy and neighborly! Thanks soooooo much!!! Love it! read more

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Happiness starts with a good cup of coffee. After hearing so much hype about Rook, a local coffee chain in NJ, I finally decided to give them a try. I stopped by the Long Branch location, located in a small plaza with plenty of parking. The interior is pretty small. No seating available - just a register to order, counter, pick-up area, and merchandise section. They only operate as a grab-and-go. I can see it being cramped during rush hours in the morning... luckily I came by on a weekday afternoon and was the only one there. Rook prides itself on having a small and simple menu. They only sell hot pour-over single origin coffee and cold brew. They picked a few things to perfect and do really well. So for espresso lovers, you're out of luck. BUT don't let that steer you away because their drinks are phenomenal. They use high quality, premium beans. The employee was extremely helpful with guiding me through the menu and giving me recommendations. I love that milks and sweeteners are available at no additional charge! They also have decaf and half caf options. I ordered a Vanilla Cold Brew (regular size $5.50) with milk and sugar. And let me tell you... it was love at first sip! It was probably the best cold brew I've ever had. Super smooth, rich, and creamy. The vanilla flavor wasn't overpowering and added just the right amount of sweetness. I definitely understand why so many people love their coffee. I wish there were more locations closer to North Jersey because I can see myself becoming a regular. If you can't visit a storefront, you can buy their cold brew concentrates or coffee beans online. Don't sleep on Rook! read more

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My friends and I stopped to get coffee from here on our way home from the beach. Their specialty is cold brew. They have a few different flavors, which are all unsweetened. I tried the mocha flavor, which was good, but not life-changing. read more

Rook Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

Got the New Orleans Style cold brew w/ oat milk and simple syrup. Delicious. It's a clean location and friendly staff that gave good suggestions. read more

Rook Coffee - Cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

Great coffee that is perfectly made just for you! I'd recommend ordering ahead online as it can be a bit busy at peak times, but they are quick. It's a cute spot in a convenient location--you can't go wrong. read more

We have been meaning to come by for a while. We had heard good things about Rook Coffee. This was our first time here, and There is Plenty of parking and easy preorder from their app. We ordered the Gingerbread coffee. It was delicious, and the portions were very generous. We would come by again. read more

Rook Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

The Star girl who was the cashier was so adorable and sweet and definitely made our day with her positive attitude! The drinks here are always amazing too. read more

Parking in the complex it is in. Came on a Friday afternoon. I have to say this is a must treat when I come down the shore. The New Orleans style is my favorite. The chicory taste was perfect. read more

Rook Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

Love local coffee shops and this conveniently located coming into Long Branch but tricky turning into on way out via Joline Ave out. It is adjacent to Ace Hardware. It is definitely worth the stop for strong ice cold draft cold brew in limited batches. The service was great and informed me that the cold brew is unsweetened so need to choose my milk and. Sweetener. I ordered the cinnamon vanilla limited batch and you choose to add your milk and sweetener included in price . It is not extra I got splash of almond milk and agave. They also sell merch inside and cold brew draft glass jars to go. read more

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Simple menu and great coffee! On my last trip I got the cold brew - latte style with oat milk and it was just what I needed. There are no tables, so this is just a grab and go spot. But they've got a parking lot for easy parking and you'll probably be passing them on your way into or out of town. Perfect way to start your trip to the shore. read more

Rook Coffee - Cold brew latte style - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

Tried the new blueberry pie cold brew. Absolute hit. Refreshing on a hot summer day, with a hint of blueberry. Wasn't overpowering or too sweet/sugary at all which is something im hesitant about when it comes to certain drink flavors. The staff were polite and the space is clean. read more

This is totally my fault however I want to make it known to NOT grab your own coffee if you see it sitting on the side shelf. I came in during a rush, but this was my first time ordering coffee from here AND through the app. I had no idea not to do that (I assumed it was like dunkin or Starbucks where you grab it yourself). The worker had an attitude when I did it and it was an honest mistake. I apologized immediately but I won't be coming back from embarrassment. Maybe consider putting a sign in shops where a customer could grab their own or put a note in the app? Thats all! read more

The coffee here is generally good. I order from them quite often. The service is generally quick. I love the gingerbread coffee the most. It's very good. The reason I'm a bit upset, was because I placed an order for a few drinks. When I had got back to the office, I noticed mine wasn't made right. A bit upset about that. The place is clean and the people are friendly. Maybe it was just an off-day? I'll update on the next experience. read more

I was really disappointed with this place. They don't even have an espresso machine--how can you call yourself a coffee shop without offering the most basic coffee drink? On top of that, the girl at the front who took my order was rude and not welcoming at all. Definitely not coming back. read more

First time trying this place out - already a huge fan! Always drive by and never stopped in being that I can't consume much coffee due to a heart condition. I decided to give the half caf (cinnamon vanilla) a try after hearing great things. Safe to say I'll be returning back for more. Really enjoyed the flavor!! Really happy they have a half caf option. Do wish they had the flavors in more decaf options - maybe in the future! Got mine as a half caf cinnamon vanilla with almond milk and sugar. Delicious! Also really liked the protocols they used. You order on the app and they come out, ask you for your name and place it on a table for you to grab and go. read more

Rook Coffee - Cinnamon Vanilla Half Caf - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

This is a unique small chain coffee store that needs to make itself bigger from the great coffee it serves. They use a wide variety of coffee from different countries of the world. If you choose to buy a quick cup I highly recommend checking out their seasonal blend. This time around they had a "cinnamon vanilla cold brew", and it was amazing! This isn't a dab of syrup that they shoot in a cup. The flavors are infused with the coffee beans. Simply amazing! Not much more to say about this establishment, but if you notice one around I do suggest you stop in. You will notice heavy foot traffic wich is means one thing. Great coffee! read more

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I'm from north Jersey so stopping by Rook on my way to the shore is always a must. Was excited to see they had a s'mores cold brew! Ordered it with cream and it was DELICIOUS! Staff was very kind and quick. Will be back next time i'm in long branch! read more

Rook Coffee - a hand holding a cup of coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

A shore staple. They have the best coffee and service. The coffee is strong! My favorite is the New Orleans cold brew. read more

Rook Coffee - New Orleans cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

Favorite coffee Rook Decaf My favorite place for a coffee ! No problem be else matches up to them! read more

Very average coffee, no espresso, but good for a quick stop. Wouldn't go out of my way but this seemed to be the best option in the area based on a quick search read more

[This review was made in 10/2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic] Look, I was at the (mythical) central Jersey shore and I had to stop by here. If you visit the area and don't go to Rook, then did you really visit? Rook is a personality trait for many from the central shore area and it is warranted. Their coffee is freshly made for you and to your taste. My experience here was great! Can't wait to try the rest of what they offer the next time I'm in the area. Maybe snag a sticker or mug while I'm at it haha : ) read more

Rook Coffee - need coffee nowww - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

In my eyes Rook can do no wrong. I love their cold brew and eagerly await their seasonal flavors! This location is great if you're heading to Seven Presidents Park or in the Eatontown/Long Branch area. The set up at this location is order to the left when you walk in and the go to the right and pay. Very friendly staff at this location! Plenty of parking too! read more

Rook Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

My boyfriend and I were craving a refreshing cool drink this past Saturday and we stopped by this place to check it out! Because my boyfriend is a huge coffee lover, I usually enjoy getting an iced tea drink and noticed that this place really had only one or two none coffee drinks... Found this a bit strange but decided to go with the Berry Tea. The tea ended up being pretty good however I prefer my drinks a bit more one the sweeter side than the bitter end but still I did like it and thought it was way better than what I had expected. My boyfriend ordered the New Orleans Cold Brew with Almond Milk and he truly enjoyed it and thought it was very good. Luckily I did get to sneak in a taste of it and I thought it was quite good as well. Overall I would recommend this place to all those coffee lovers out there near the area and if you're not that big on coffee I would recommend the Berry Tea with some sugar if you chose! read more

Rook Coffee - New Orleans Cold Brew with Almond Milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

heard great things about this place and always passed by it on our way to the shore so i thought why not grab something to drink before we head out to the beach since it was a pretty hot day. they weren't doing any orders in person due to covid; you have to download the app and then pick it up at the door when you arrive. i got the mint and it tasted just like mint chocolate chip ice cream but in coffee haha. it took a bit for the order to come out but i get why people like this place! the quality was definitely there along with the flavor~ read more

Small location, but came highly recommended by locals. The coffee tasted great with a nice deep dark flavor. It was incredibly packed so I recommend ordering ahead! read more

Kind of handsome guy working the register on Friday 7/15 at 11:16am was needlessly rude to us. Not sure what his problem was. The restroom for this cafe is through the hardware store - know before you go. This is not a cafe to work at - it is 100% to go, no seating. My iced cold brew was bitter and putrid. I love coffee - and I threw this in the garbage. Awful. Maybe it was an off day but I can't see coming back. read more

Rook Coffee - Giant open containers full of bugs. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

Best coffee in Monmouth county! The baristas are always friendly and very welcoming. I normally get hot coffee but just tired the toffee iced coffee today. One word...AMAZING!!! You can even text your order in so you'll never have to wait in a line. Don't miss place it is highly recommend. read more

Rook Coffee - Iced toffee coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

Absolutely love rook for too many reasons. The staff at every location is always friendly, attentive and move quick. Unlike Starbucks, Rook keeps the menu simple, avoiding fancy coffees, but the flavors are anything but simple. My favorite is the iced New Orleans style w almond milk or the Guatemala hot. In the fall they have a pumpkin brew that is perfect... not spicy or fake tasting... subtle, delicious flavor. The long branch location also has bagels with fig butter. The fig butter is absolutely delicious and I wish I could buy the butter to take home. Rook is always consistent and quite the treat! read more

Rook Coffee - New orleans style with milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

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Cute spot, ample parking, good value. No restrooms I could see. My Bali pourover was listed as bold, but tasted more bitter than anything else. I'll try this location again and go for a less bold choice. read more

Excellent smooth but bold flavor. Love my latte mine with a pinch of sugar and oat milk. Summer= beach + Rook x 2

Stopped by this place yeaterday randomly on my way to the beach. I hate the flow of the store. Absolutely LOVED my coffee. At first glance, I didn't understand the concept of how to simply order a coffee, I needed help from an employee. I was called over to a register & asked what I wanted. I asked what coffee sizes they had and was told I can't order coffee at the register, I had to go across the store to order. (Then why call me over & ask what I want? I KNOW!) I go across the store & order the coffee. I tried to order a bagel & was told I can't order a bagel there, I had to go back to the register I was originally at. (I KNOW) I go back where I was to place my bakery item, then my name was being called across the room (my coffee was ready). I paid. I go back to where I was and asked where I pick up my coffee, an employee said 'I don't handle the coffee' LMAO. I walked away from that chick. Some odd reason I think if your employed at a coffee joint, you handle the coffee. Pretty sure if your employed anywhere, you handle customer questions. I could be wrong. I felt like I was in the twilight zone. By the time I left, the place was PACKED. The flow of this location is absolutely horrible. It is complete mayhem. There is no flow actually. Completely disorganized. It actually makes more sense if they swapped the areas where you order coffee & the area where you order bakery items/pay your final bill. Not only for the flow of the place, ease of customers but also so customers aren't blocking the entrance creating a major fire code violation. I finally got out of the maze that was the Long Branch Rook. All my anxiety left my body. I was able to enjoy & fall in love with the best iced coffee I've ever tasted. The bagel was overpriced, not good bt jersey bagel standards, but was edible. I will never forget you 'I don't handle the coffee' Blonde Rook Employee. I think Rook should question why they pay you since you don't handle coffee (the lifeline of their business) & customers (the lifeline of their business). Two solid stars for the coffee because that was outstanding. read more

Rook Coffee - Traditional Iced - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

Hooked on Rook. I first learned about them while waiting for NJ Transit only to learn the location at the Little Silver train station was closed. Bummer. But in fairness, it was so early, I must have been waiting for the first train out of town. I saw the sign for this location on the side of the road while on my way to Long Branch in desperate need of an espresso, which it turns out they didn't have. So instead I opted for the next closes thing (a small cup of the Sumatra), which was fresh and delicious and made to order within about 3 minutes. Very friendly staff. The baked good selection isn't too vast, but I'm in it for the coffee. Not the pastries. Plenty of parking at this location. read more

Download their app! Such an easy process to order whatever you want in your coffee. There are so many options and customizations you can make. I got the New Orleans cold brew one and my boyfriend got the Cinnamon Vanilla. They were both amazing. The New Orleans was the first cold brew I have had where the coffee tasted perfectly like a chocolate type roast. And to top it all off, not only was the coffee delicious but the service was very welcoming and super kind! A+ in my book. read more

They roast their own beans and grind them immediately before preparing each cup. There's no place to sit. This is a place to drop by to purchase an excellent cup of coffee and move along. They only serve real coffee here. No fu-fu italian espresso or silly european fancy lad drinks. This is a place where an American man or woman can stop in and pick up a great cup of hot or iced coffee. read more

Rook Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

Text your order ahead of time to save wait time. Always ready when I swing by. They need at least 10 minutes but it never takes that long :) (732) 312-8796 read more

I have been coming here for a bit now and had a bad experience just recently. I asked a barista to remake my coffee because it had been done wrong. All I got back was attitude. The coffee called for whole milk and it was clear that almond was given. As well as the sweetener being wrong. I tried to show them that they had messed up as proof after she flipped out. But then finally she calmed down and made a new one. I understand we all have bad days and mess up on things but there was no need for a temper tantrum over a cup of coffee having to be remade. read more

Absolutely delicious coffee. Great selection of different roasts, limited edition hot and cold as well seasonal coffees. Order on the app ahead of time for the best experience during COVID times - you can easily upload and use gift cards this way, and you limit wait time in the store. read more

Why do you close so early every day at 5:00 PM some of us don't get home till after five stay open later!

Service at this location is extremely rude. Never had a problem at any rook. I would go to little silver over long branch staff is much friendlier. read more

They were slammed when I was in so the service was a bit mechanical. They were efficient though and the coffee was very good. No hot lattes FYI. They brew everything on the spot so you are getting an incredibly fresh cup of coffee. Cool concept. Incredibly popular based on size and consistency of the crowd while I was there. Limited to no seating options. Clean establishment. Moderate prices. read more