Solid coffee & chai with consistent service. Has a good variety on their food menu. WiFi and they even have a printer! Great little neighborhood spot. Incredible chocolate chip cookies too! read more

Short Grain - Yogurt Granola Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Good concept, average execution!!!!!! I visited Short Grain and found the experience to be just okay. The idea behind the menu is interesting, and some dishes were enjoyable, but others felt a bit plain and didn't fully deliver on flavor. Service was polite, though not very attentive during my visit. The atmosphere was comfortable and clean, but nothing particularly memorable. Overall, Short Grain has potential, but consistency and attention to detail could make a big difference. It's decent, but not a place I'd go out of my way for. read more

God, I love their banana latte! Best in town. I've reviewed other stuff they had which was meh and dry but the drinks are ON POINT. The matcha is good too. But the banana is hands down the best. I've bought it so many times I had to relax because even my bosses were hooked. The girl in the front seem so stressed, I feel bad. It's hard to have great customer service when you are alone with that many orders in the morning. I Thìnk a second person is needed. Anyway back to the banana latte, it's the perfect sweetness. Zero adjustment needed! With oatmilk it's heaven on earth ! read more

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the banana latte is incredible- people are so kind. my partner loved the lemon ricotta pancakes & i really enjoyed the curry chicken bahn mi. a nice and clean spot for an easy meal. also- the vietnamese iced coffee was so yum! read more

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Delicious food and amazing drinks! The staff is kind and I'll always come back. I get the Vietnamese iced coffee and their lemon ricotta pancakes read more

Short Grain - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Solid food, cute place, casual ambiance, quick service. I enjoy this place. Feels like a hidden gem

There's a couple of items available for just about everyone - there were a small number of items that were or could be made vegan and gluten-free, which I appreciated. Not really anything on the breakfast or brunch menu, sadly, but at least there were the rice/noodle bowls that could be made both vegan and gluten-free. I got the sesame tofu salad bowl and it was delicious. (I'm pretty sure it was listed as gluten-free when I was there, but it doesn't seem to be anymore?) It was a decent serving of tofu and made for a nice light brunch. If I'd been hungrier, I'd have also gotten some bubble tea - maybe next time. I will say that it took a while to order - the seating area isn't even really that big but they seemed to not have enough staff to take orders from people dining in and people getting take-out at the same time. Probably didn't help that we were there at near peak brunch time on a Sunday. Non-vegan boyfriend and his brother got pancakes and avocado toast and eggs that they were extremely happy with. They ended up ordering take-out online (while seated at the dine-in tables) and eating it there because it was complicated trying to get their orders taken in person. read more

Short Grain - Sesame Tofu Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Great location, super loud music, mediocre service, decent food, tasty Thai iced tea & soft boba. Walked in around 7:30 PM after checking out the vintage store next door. There wasn't anyone at the counter nor a bell to ring so I waited for a bit. Eventually the front register person came out of the restroom and greeted me. I don't expect people to be super bubbly and warm but she was borderline cold and I felt quite unwanted. I ordered a Thai iced tea with boba and a pork belly banh mi. I tried ordering a black sesame boba but they were out, but the Thai iced tea was really yummy. The boba was on the softer side but I didn't mind and it was a nice level of sweetness overall. I'd come for takeout but not to dine-in. I'd also opt for calling in my order ahead of time to save time and my ears. read more

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Short grain is a staple of downtown JC. I have been coming here since I moved over a year ago and have not had one bad thing here. Every time I come, it's consistent and excellent. Highly recommend anything on their menu! read more

Short Grain - Pork Adobo Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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Grabbed a couple of lattes and service was fast and coffee splendid. Prices were fair. Smallmplace with a couple of tables. I would grab and go coffee. Not giving 5 stars yet until I try more things read more

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Although I have lived close to Short Grain at 183 Montgomery Street in Jersey City, today is the first time I had breakfast there. It was quite a delectable experience. I had their Avocado Toast with Fried Egg, Red Onion and Chili Powder and an Iced Latte Coffee. Both were totally amazing and way more than satisfying. The cuisine is Asian / Australian / American fusion. Owner Jon was friendly and hospitable. Indoor and outdoor seating. I highly recommend Short Grain and cannot wait to go back. read more

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Very pleasant staff and a nice cafe. However the coffee tastes watered down. A shame because I really like the space. read more

We came in to pick up a Too Good to Go bag, but ended up getting drinks for the walk home. I had the blueberry matcha latte, which was so delightful. I loved the blueberry-tartness and sweetness mixed with the matcha. X had the banana milk latte, which he said was fantastic. Prices are a little high, but solid for a treat every now and then. read more

Ordered a tofu bowl which tasted good. The place is pretty small but lil cute. But the service is a whole another story. This rude lady at the counter acted like I was there to eat for free. Gave me an estimate of 5 min, I followed up after 15 but still no courtesy. Never going back in there read more

Updating my review because...Look at that , I came back for the avocado toast. Short Grain is still A good spot to come get a decent breakfast or lunch. It's more of a take out spot than a sit down place. They have some tables inside but very little And some tables outside. Let's talk about that avocado toast though! Plenty of avocado, feta, and pickled onion. I'm not a fan of sourdough bread so I wish it was on multigrain. However with so much flavor on top you couldn't really taste the bread. Had the granola bowl as well which was packed with blueberries, strawberries, traditional oat granola, yogurt, banana and chia seeds. Loved it. Maybe I'll try a lunch item next time. read more

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Pork Belly sandwich at $11 4 stars for the soft and moist pork belly that melts with each bite but not mushy. The bread is the banh mi (Viet sandwich bread) crispy and fresh. The flavor was nicely seasoned with cilantro topping. read more

Short Grain - Pork Adobo Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

I ordered takeout from Short Grain on a weekday for lunch because I saw an UberEats deal. We got their grain bowls - a pork adobo bowl and a coconut curry chicken rice. The store itself is pretty small with just a few tables, but it's a cute space. My order was ready pretty quickly and the service was pleasant. I had lowered my expectations based on some reviews I read, but I was pleasantly surprised by the food. Both the adobo and the curry chicken had good flavor and they were both a substantial amount of food. I didn't love the mixed green salad that it came with (not much flavor since there was very little dressing), but I didn't mind too much since I enjoyed the main part of the food. read more

I tried coconut curry chicken as other reviewers suggested. It wasn't that good. The bread wasn't even toasted much like other banh mi. The coffee looks good and people were coming in and out. Maybe it was just an off day. read more

Cute little cafe near Grove Street. I got two orders of the chicken curry bowl to go. Cafe is small and has a covered outdoor seating area. There's even a printer for people to come in to have a coffee and print their resumes. I arrived a little early for my pickup order, but the staff immediately got to work on it. The chicken bowl was pretty flavorful, chicken was a little on the dryer end but the sauce made up for it. This seems like a nice place to get some quick healthy and hearty bites to eat, which is a good reprieve from all the burger joints that are popping up overnight in Jersey City. I'll be back to try some of the other dishes and their pastries! read more

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I loved the charming, simple decor of the interior. So bright, homey, and welcoming. The menu too was a one pager - nothing more annoying to me when you have to scroll through hundreds of options and can't decide what you want. While the appearances are simple however, the food is incredibly and deliciously complex. I got to try only the Tamarind Shrimp Bahn Mi, but the fresh bun with layers of tangy vegetables and spiced shrimp was a firework of colors to experience on a cold Jersey city night. I'll definitely be coming back to try the rest of their menu (HOTCAKES? SERVED ALL DAY ) which is fair priced, quickly served, fresh, and elevated than your typical fare. read more

Short Grain - Tamarind Shrimp Bahn Mi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Just had the best breakfast sandwich ever. This is place is now one of my top breakfast places to visit in New York. This is very cozy and Causal. It belongs to the top places for Instagram girlies to visit read more

Short Grain - SG breakfast Sandwich : scrambled eggs / Ham with no cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Solid neighborhood lunch spot! A small cafe with some indoor/outdoor seating and counter self service that serves up yummy sandwiches, bowls/salads, and coffee drinks! Sandwiches ($11 each) didn't disappoint! Bread is really good and great portion of meat. Big portion size and could only eat half! Rice paper rolls with shrimp are a refreshing app Bare bones outside seating could definitely use some improvement but dog friendly for a quick lunch or snack! read more

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I'm so happy I finally checked out this cafe! Came with my sister & ordered an iced coffee, avocado toast & pork sandwich. Ended up sitting outside (their outdoor seating is super nice). I ended up really enjoying the avocado toast the most & the coffee. I think the sauce used in the sandwich was a little overpowering for me but the pork itself was super rich & fatty! Looking forward to coming back & trying more of their menu! read more

Short Grain - Avocado Toast & Pork Belly Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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One of our favorite breakfast spots in JC! Something about the parfait is just special. The eggs, coffee, and ricotta pancakes are great too. Really recommend this place! It's very unique, and each time we go here it feels special, and is a great experience. One of the places that makes us miss living in Jersey City! Such a cute location as well. read more

The food here is amazing. I came with a friend and we split the pork banh mi and pancakes and ordered Vietnamese ice coffees. The pancakes were sooo fluffy and light and just the right amount of sweetness. The pork in the banh mi was super tender and flavorful. I can't decide which dish I liked better! Would definitely come back. The staff was also very friendly and accommodating. read more

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Ordered take out again since last time was really good. This time was not the same. BOGO Pork Adobo came very light on the adobo and looked like 2 different dishes. Don't get the avo add on for $2. 3 very thin slices. Totally not worth it. Also ordered a turkey sandwich. Really poor result here and looks like they just threw it in the box. Not a great experience tonight from a normally great place. Hope this is not a trend. read more

Short Grain - Turkey Sandwich with cheeses and arugula - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

This is a winner! Especially on lazy weekends. You are in the mood of something different with zest and spice, but not stuffing. Short grain is the one. My favorite items are the Banh Mhi especially the one with egg and pate. It is seasoned to perfection and you can opt for the spicy sauce too. Their drinks are expensive...they range on the $6. They are treats. The bubble teas are great and refreshing although pricey. The chicken curry is awesome both in a baguette and salad. The savory stack is another item I order. It is just delicious. It's got the fluffiness of ricotta with a drizzle of honey on a stack of pillowy pancakes and a side of crispy savory bacon, and you can order extra bacon if you like. So you are on a trip that begins with sweetness to gradually transition to savory. It balances the palate beautifully. The location is very pleasant too. read more

I'll get right to it: their avocado toast doesn't miss. I had mine with an egg on top but there are a variety of other options, all of which I'm sure are tasty. They do avo toast simple, no frills (as pictured) and they do it WELL. Added bonus: they are also dog friendly! read more

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I really like the food here, and I think they make phenomenal sandwiches. The service,however, not so much. I was given a wrong order, and I realized it wasn't my order after I completed half the sandwich (Coz the wrong order was pretty decent too!). So I asked them if this was what I ordered, but their response was pretty rude I felt. I would have expected a simple 'Oops sorry', but it was 'well you gulped down half of it, so..' So I will be taking take outs at most now ! But recommend their cold cut sandwich and avocado toast read more

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We had the chicken curry bowl and the adobo pork bowl. Both were vaguely Asian-inspired and had elements of Vietnamese banh mi ingredients like picked cabbage. The chicken curry had very little, if any, curry and the adobo tasted like 红烧肉. The curry bowl lacked sauce and was too dry with rice, whereas the adobo's soy-type sauce went much better. Definitely skip the chicken. The portions were incredibly small for the price, so don't expect to get even remotely full from one. Overall, it was a fun place to try though. They even have boba for purchase. However, Short Grain really needs to work on their kitchen ventilation. It is basically impossible to breath in there, even with the front door wide open. read more

Short Grain - two trays of rice, meat, and vegetables - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Stopped in on a Saturday for a quick lunch at around 1:30. There's limited seating inside but at least there were a few more tables outside and it was still warm enough to sit out there. I would describe Short Grain as a weird Asian fusion that has been super-Americanized. I had the banh mi, but I don't think I'd really call it that. Really, the only thing banh mi about it was the pickled veggies and the cilantro (which they put way too much of. It was almost like a cilantro sandwich). The bread was pretty good though, so I have to give them that. My fiancé had the pork adobo bowl with brown rice. The pork was way too dry for my taste. Maybe their non-Fietnamese (fake Vietnamese) items would be better? I'm not sure, but I don't think I'll be back to find out. read more

Short Grain - Banh mi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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Great place to get some work done, socialize, and enjoy good food. I haven't had anything like the Curry Chicken Banh Mi they serve here, but I would order again in a heartbeat read more

Literally the rudest guy working here just slammed my food down in front of me while I was picking up my order. Wont ever return again. The foods not even that good to justify being treated so badly. read more

Love this place! I come here for the matcha lattes which are always perfect! I do need to try some of their breakfast and lunch bowls. They have both outdoor and indoor seating. read more

Just ordered the Pork Adobo bowl.. After we picked it up, I opened it and looked inside because I have a peanut allergy. After finding what I thought might be minced garlic I called the restaurant and asked very specifically if there were peanuts in the pork adobo bowl because I had an allergy. Fortunately, my phone was on speaker so everyone in the room could hear her say no multiple times. I proceeded to eat half of the bowl because it tastes good... not going to lie about that.. then I happened to notice the texture was a little off and I called back and asked again. The lady said no, no peanut. And I said.. ARE YOU SURE?? Her response, "Well if you picked vermicelli noodles instead of rice, then we add peanuts." So now I'm here puking in the toilet deciding if I need an ambulance. Usually my reaction is only moderate, but this irresponsible behavior could have killed someone. Note that we ordered on Grub Hub and there is NO prompt that says hey we're going to try and kill you by mixing peanuts into the dish then cover it with a bunch of crispy onions and sauce if you would like the vermicelli noodle option. read more

Short Grain - After selecting vermicelli noodles, there is no indication that peanuts will be added.. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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Used to be a decent spot but over the years, the quality and operation have gone down down down to the extent that the food is not even minimally enjoyable. For my most recent experience, I ordered a pork belly bowl and received a bahn mi sandwich instead. I called and later returned to pick up the correct order; unfortunately received a pork adobo bowl and not pork belly. To add to insult, the meat was too salty, sour, and over-braised/reduced that it was inedible. I will no longer be a customer. read more

Got this place for takeout and I wasn't impressed. The food is really bland and not well seasoned and nothing to rave about. I got the coconut curry chicken bowl with noodles and it was really bland and the chicken was super dry. Definitely do not get it. The savory stack was also very bland as well. My friend got the banh mi though and the flavor was better but still not amazing imo. read more

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Avocado toast was just okay, coffee lacked flavor, and the small space with a printer by the window was distracting

DO NOT ORDER DELIVERY FROM HERE. I placed an order for delivery and the delivery time kept getting delayed. I contacted the restaurant and they said the order has been ready for a bit. So I called the driver to let them know. The driver went to the restaurant and the restaurant kept telling them the food wasn't ready. Eventually the driver dropped the order since the restaurant was taking too long. This happened with four other drivers and after more than an hour and 10 mins the restaurant just cancelled the order. read more

We met a friend for a wonderful brunch. The place is small so no reservations are possible. They do have outdoor seating at this time, weather permitting. The food was great! I had a PERFECT Banh mi Vietnamese pork belly sandwich. Melt in your mouth pork with crispy pickled veggies on crusty warm French bread. Heaven! My wife had a noodle bowl which she loved and our friend had a nicely thick roast beef sandwich. The Vietnamese coffee was excellent as were the fresh pressed green drinks with apple and ginger. This is not a fancy place, it's a solid neighborhood cafe with expertly prepared food. We will be back! read more