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    Semicolon Cafe

    4.5 (339 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea, Cafes
    Closed 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for working
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Bulgogi Sandwich
    Aram L.

    Came here for a weekend brunch meal. We tried their city location in the past which was pretty good and wanted to give this spot a shot. Service was generally speaking friendly though the day we went was super busy as there was a running race and it was super packed so the folks working definitely seemed a touch flustered but kudos to them for handling the crowd well. We got the bulgogi sandwich and the tuna sandwich both of which were good though bulgogi would be the one i choose over the other. Nice flavors though and the coffee we got was nice. Cute spot but again we were there on an unusually very busy day so would want to come back on a typical morning to try again. Overall, recommended.

    Alan S.

    I've been to Semicolon's Midtown East location for coffee before, but had been wanting to try their loosely Korean-inspired brioche sandwiches for quite some time. I finally had the occasion to at their Jersey City outpost, which is much brighter and more inviting. The S.O.S. sandwich isn't overtly Korean, other than for the inclusion of corn, which you wouldn't typically see in an American egg sandwich. It was very good, with a generous portion of some kewpie mayo-based sauce and a soft scrambled egg. It also wasn't quite as heavy as I expected based on its appearance.

    Bellody C.

    fluffy goodness! I got the bulgogi and the BELT- i love the korean inspired flavors. They go so well with the softness of the egg and bread. I can't tell if they do something to the bread, but it's different than regular white bread. I also got the pink lady- strabwrrry matcha. The straw is edible which is super cool. The space itself is a two deck, with many people chilling with their laptop or friends. Very aesthetic place!

    Quiet interiors
    Priyanka L.

    Good food - Crisp loaded sandwich, quick service and simple ambience. Easy on the pocket and generous portions. Calm, neatly tucked corner cafe, one street away parallel to the Exchange place walk. Absolutely Loved the sandwich, tiramisu latte was okay.

    Shroom Sandwich
    Mehaa S.

    Cute cafe, upstairs is really nice with a bunch of plants and small knickknacks Food was ok, standard egg sandwich but didn't blow my mind or anything. I think it's supposed to be eggslut styled?

    Kinjal S.

    I wanted to come back cause I enjoyed it so much last year and didn't really want to try a new spot. The inside is so cute with the plants evee! The baristas are so nice too.

    Tuna Sandwich and Bulgogi Sandwich
    Lisa T.

    The sandwiches are actually 10/10, the flavor is great and very nicely filled! Service was pretty quick and the inside is very nicely decorated. Our matchas were a bit on the sweet side but were still very tasty

    Strawberry Banana Smoothie
    Rajeev L.

    I really like the sandwiches at semicolon cafe. They are very creative and extremely tasty. The ambiance is nice and their smoothies and other drinks are also good

    Tiramisu Latte (HOT)
    Isaiah B.

    Great Korean-style sandwiches at a casual coffee shop. The second floor doubles as a local store selling knickknacks and plants - the hanging pots that line the window are really cute. Whenever I have extra time before catching a lightrail or ferry, I'll stop by for a coffee. The sandwiches are made-to-order, so usually there is a 20 minute wait - so relax and take a break! I enjoy the Chicken - big chunks of tender chicken, a scrambled egg, and spicy mayo... it's sort of everything I love in a toasty sandwich. The coffees are also pretty reasonable. I usually am a flat white or cappuccino guy, but when I'm craving a bit of sugar, the Tiramisu Latte hits the spot. It's topped with a bomb of vanilla cream and chocolate chips.

    Tiramisu Latte (ICED)
    Julianna Y.

    Love everything about this place. Food is consistently on point. Never a bad batch. Had this place 10x+. Service is a bit slow, but sandwiches are so worth it. Ambiance is super cute, and there is also a plant shop upstairs. Highly recommend for anyone who wants a quality sandwich. Recommend the bulgogi. Avocado, and Mushroom!!! One of the BEST places in Jersey.

    Egg and Lox Sandwich
    Deya M.

    I came to Semicolon Cafe after consulting a local who has lived in the area for a long time. She said it was one of her favorite cafes in JC so I'm so glad I listened to her. It's now one of my favorites in the area as well. The inside is very cutely decorated with plants and they have free wifi. The downstairs section is meant for those working and the upstairs is a no laptop zone. I'm big on strawberry matchas and was so excited to see that Semicolon had one on the menu. I loved the cute twist with the edible strawberry straw and strawberry popcorn. Also, the egg and lox sandwich was incredible! I had zero expectations on the food here and had just grabbed it when I saw it on the menu as a last minute decision. It was absolutely mind blowing and honestly, I would come back here just to eat their sandwiches. Make sure you try it. Additionally, the service here is incredible. 20 mins after ordering, I realized I forgot to tell the staff to make my drink dairy free. I ran over to the counter and saw my drink was already made. I explained the situation to them and was even ready to pay for another drink, and they just made me another one with almond milk on the spot. This was incredibly kind and really sold me on the experience here. Definitely give Semicolon a visit! I promise you'll end up loving it!

    Deepika N.

    Such a cute little spot! I came in for a quick brunch! The vibe was so cozy. I got the avocado egg sandwich and it was delicious -- soft brioche, creamy eggs, and just the right amount of sauce. The caramel latte was also really smooth (not overly sweet, which I appreciated). There's plenty of seating, Wi-Fi, and a chill playlist in the background -- honestly a great place to study, catch up with a friend, or just take a break. Service was friendly and everything came out pretty quick.

    Iced Matcha Bomb (~$7)
    Aya E.

    Ordered: Iced Matcha Bomb (~$7): matcha latte with double shot of espresso with oat milk (+50¢) Bulgogi Sandwich (~$11): scrambled eggs with grilled corn, green leaf lettuce, stem tomatoes, marinated beef, bulgogi sauce, on toasted brioche bread Lox Sandwich (~$11): scrambled eggs with grilled corn, green leaf lettuce, smoked salmon, red onion, yogurt dill sauce, on toasted brioche bread Aya's take: Semicolon Cafe literally does not miss. Here I am 2 years later and this was still exceptional. The Iced Matcha Bomb was the perfect caffeine kick I needed to start my day; you get the intensity from the espresso and the earthiness from the matcha along with the creamy oatmilk all in one sip. I personally loved it! Both the Bulgogi Sandwich & Lox Sandwich were deliciously made from their fresh made brioche bread to everything in between. The Bulgogi was definitely the winner of the two; the scrambled eggs went so well with the savory yet sweet bulgogi. On the other hand, the smoked salmon and scrambled eggs from the Lox Sandwich clashed a bit for me but it wasn't overpowering at all. Amazing spot for a quick breakfast with quality sandwiches and coffees while enjoying the plants, decor, and plenty of natural light. Highly recommend!

    Bulgogi Sandwich - It was really big and delicious.

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    5 months ago

    Tiramisu latte is my fave their sandwiches are also bomb but takes time to make, so order ahead if possible especially on busy hours.

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    Ask the Community - Semicolon Cafe

    Do you offer catering services?

    Where can I order delivery? The grubhub seems closed all the time

    Its possible to order on Grubhub, but its not available on weekends. You can try to order on weekdays between 11am-4pm. They get really busy during lunch hours too, so ordering off lunch hours would probably be most successful!

    What is the wifi password?

    Are you guys currently allowing people to sit outside?

    There are no tables outside currently. I'm guessing it's too cold.

    Is there outdoor seating?

    Yes, we have 3 tables with 2 seats each but it is first come first serve.

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    I've had Ten Thousand Coffee on my to-go list for the LONGEST. I finally went for the first time…read moreand there were so many drinks I wanted to try so I ended up buying 3. 1. The Jeju Green Tangerine Matcha honestly just tastes like a tangerine selter drink but in the best way, because I don't typically enjoy seltzer or carbonated beverages. I really enjoy the flavor and the carbonation isn't too strong, probably because I brought it home to drink. I don't really taste the matcha but I would definitely still order this again. 2. Matcha Einspanner. This is my first time having an Einspanner so I have no idea what I was expecting but this is DELICIOUS. It's so silky and smooth and the TASTE is just right up my alley. The matcha is light but you can still taste it. Absolutely, would drink this all the time if I could. 3. Purple Sweet Potato Latte. This. This. Omg, why haven't I tried this sooner?! The first sip and initial taste, I almost tasted nothing, just milk. And then all of a sudden, there's an explosion of flavor in your mouth. As a sweet potato lover, I was in heaven. I have absolutely no words for this drink, just try it. 100/10 recommend. This is probably my favorite one out of the 3 that I bought. I went around ... 2:45PM on a Friday and most of the seats were taken, if I remember correctly. There were a decent amount of seats and the space was decent. I liked the minimal aesthetic they had for the design of the interior. Not to forget, the staff at the register was absolutely wonderful, she answered all my questions, she's so sweet. I think I'm disappointed that I haven't tried this place sooner. Y'all get out of your comfort zone and try the Purple Sweet Potato Latte !! Or if not, just try this place out. I will definitely be recommending the Purple Sweet Potato Latte to all my family and friends.

    The shop was nice and clean and it wasn't too busy when we stopped by…read more I ordered the tiramisu einspänner, which was exactly what it sounded like a generous dollop of tiramisu on top of an einspänner latte. While it was a fun and unique drink, I probably should have opted for something else. The topping was literally like actual tiramisu rather than just tiramisu flavoring, and it felt like there was more ice and tiramisu than latte. Personally, I would have preferred more of the tiramisu flavor without the full tiramisu texture mixed into the drink. That said, it was an interesting concept and I'm glad I tried it. I'd definitely be open to coming back and trying another latte on a future visit.

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    Iced Matcha Einspanner (~$7)
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    787 Coffee

    4.4
    (238 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    What a great coffee shop! The decor is tropical and urban. The staff is friendly and helpful. They…read moreanswered my questions. I ordered the regular latte with their regular beans and horchata latte with their cinnamon flavored beans, as well as a chocolate chip cookie.

    Walking the streets close to my hotel I stumbled across a big PuertoRican flag infront of a…read morebusiness and I knew I wanted to check out what it was. It happened to be 787 Coffee which I have visited plenty of times on the island and enjoy. With excitement and in Spanish I tell the cashier that I was happy to come across this place as I have tried them out in PR. How is it that this "jibara" apparently from Maricao, spoke to me in broken English while I am talking to her in our native language, total fail. Anyhow, I ordered the coquito hot latte with an extra shot of rum and oat milk, fine, I paid $11 for a very small coffee. Now what I can't believe is that the quesito pastry was $8. I really wanted it but it was not until I paid that I then noticed the price. I sat to eat it while I waited for my name to be called as mentioned by the cashier. I walked around looking at everything, the music very loud and hard for people sitting to have conversations, the place is very colorful and with many PR sayings, however the place also feels very Americanized with the music and layout. I still awaited my name to be called minutes later, but nothing. I approached the cashier, who was just standing there, to ask about my coffee and she wasn't able to tell me so she asked the barista steps away from her. He pointed to a cofre sitting on their counter, it had my name, and when I pointed out that I was waiting for my name to be called, she shrugged her shoulders and smiled like she didn't care. The coffee by now was not all that hot, I never tasted any rum or coquito flavor and felt I wasted my time at this place. What's more upsetting is that I left a nice tip for a service that was not provided. They couldn't even bring the coffee ti my table once they realized it was sitting there and they forgot to call my name. You can find better service elsewhere.

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