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Smachna Kawa

4.7 (21 reviews)
Open • 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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James F.

Finally tried the "new" spot in town despite it being open since January. The inside was beautiful. Decorated well for Christmas but a nice lounge area and a bar that overlooks main street (farnsworth) of Bordentown. The coffee was exceptional. I went for an americano. I only had coffee but the food in the case looked very good. The service was great too. The folks working there were attentive and answered all my questions. Will certainly be coming back and would recommend.

RAF Latte with spicy honey (delicious!)
Jerry P.

I wandered into Smachna Kawa because I had arrived too early to meet friends for dinner down the street. I figured I might as well turn my impatience into caffeine. The place sits like a warm thought at the corner of Farnsworth and Church, glowing with the small kindnesses that make life bearable. I ordered the RAF latte with chili honey. The barista looked at me the way a chemist might before adding the final, possibly dangerous ingredient. He asked how much heat I could handle. I told him to let it burn. He smiled the smile of someone who knows exactly what that means and drizzled with confidence. The drink was something so familiar yet completely new. Smooth, rich, and somehow gentle despite the fire. The chili honey bit like a memory of something you once loved and lost, but it soothed just as quickly. I was glad I ordered the small, which was not small at all. The cup sat in my hands like a minor planet. The interior is modest in space but large in spirit. A few stools face the street, offering a view of Bordentown's quiet choreography of pedestrians and parked cars. Inside, everything feels intentional and cared for. The staff moved with the calm competence of people who genuinely enjoy what they are doing. I had the sense that if I had stayed an hour or two longer, nobody would have hurried me along. The air smelled of espresso and butter, and the crepes being carried past me looked like edible happiness. Sweet, savory, folded with the precision of small miracles. I will be back to try them. I might even show up early again on purpose. Smachna Kawa is the kind of place that reminds you the world still knows how to nourish beautiful things in small corners.

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Mike P.

Came over to Bordentown to grab coffee/breakfast on the 4th of July weekend. Hadn't tried this shop yet despite it being there for a while. Ambiance was great and the staff were very friendly. Coffee drinks were good although the roast was not strong enough for me. I drink it black and it was a bit lacking in fullness of flavor but by no means was it bad. I got the uncured bacon burrito which was a huge disappointment and probably is why I rated a "4" and not a "5". Nothing fresh about it which was what I expected. Was bland and seemed to come straight from a microwave. I could have made myself a hot pocket at home and been just as satisfied. Y'all need to rethink this item as I saw another review where this item got specifically called out as a "microwaved mess". I agree! Anyway, everything else was up to par and I wish I had stuck to pastries and avoided the burrito. Still recommend checking this place out if you're in the area.

Coconut Chai
Catie H.

Super cute spot in bordentown! The drink was yummy and refreshing. The combo is coconut and chai really worked

To go rider (Dark Academia has the chocolate drizzles, then a cold brew, last an iced latte). All were delicious.
Marlo J.

Kawa is 100% worth the trip into Bordentown City! If you can walk there you are incredibly lucky. This is a beautiful place with lots of areas to sit and eat or drink your coffee. They also have a food menu which includes crepes, croissants, tartlets, etc. We got three to go coffees and they were all incredibly delicious. The Dark Academia has a great creamy coffee & almond flavor but without being insanely sweet. We noticed they tend to post specials on Instagram so check them out! We will be trying some of their food items next. The staff was super friendly & accommodating. Highly recommend!

They got games!
Amandalynn W.

The inside is very new and clean. We got a chocolate covered strawberry cold brew and a blueberry matcha. Both of our drinks were delicious! And I don't think they're overpriced. For both drinks it was roughly $13- AND we both got the fancy milks lol. I got pistachio milk! It was lovely. The service was great as well. 10/10 experience. I will be back!

Variety of drinks
Tiffany V.

Small and cute place. Staff is friendly! They have a variety of coffees, some I've never heard of before Highly recommend

Meat crepe with sour cream on the side
Rachel K.

Lovely new cafe in downtown bordentown. I came during their soft opening weekend, they had different types of coffees such as lattes and cappuccinos and a few food items such as meat and cheese crepes and pastries. I'm looking forward to coming back especially as their menu expands

Honey bee coffee

Got two drinks from here the honey bee was awesome and innovative drink I have never tried before. We also got the baklava latte, it was good as well. I'm a coffee lover who isn't from here so it's usually hard to find good coffee shops out here, we stumbled on a hidden gem here!

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