Small World Coffee

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Want to have the best coffee in the world and be a Princeton local? Take yourself to Small World Coffee and order a a cup of their famous coffee (ask for a single joe or double joe instead of small/large coffee if you want to impress the baristas)! There are two locations in Princeton, one on Witherspoon and the other on Nassau! The pictures in my review are only of the Nassau location but there is more "character" and atmosphere at the Witherspoon location as well. Always a favorite to go-to when I'm back in Princeton! read more

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Carmen D.

10 months ago

I'm visiting from out of town and love finding the best coffee shop and restaurants when I visit a new place. Small World Coffee got great reviews so I was eager to try it. I've gone two days in a row now and although the coffee is great, the staff is pretty rude. Im used to my morning coffee visit in any city to be the start to a great day but both days the person at the register and barista have been cold and rude. The barista in particular seemed annoyed by me and I couldn't quite figure that out. I want to like this place and maybe I missed the right staff but I was pretty bummed when leaving each day. read more

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Paloma B.

1 year ago

Always the local coffee shop vibe your looking for I absolutely love they're NOLA coffee series as someone who's lived in Louisiana!

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Cynthia D.

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I've loved this place for years! Always make sure to visit when I'm in town! Great place to meet up with friends, pause on a hot summers day, or read. read more

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Ashley C.

3 years ago

My favorite coffee shop in Princeton. Always go when I'm around. It's so iconic to this town and their coffee, ambiance, and service is great! So much energy in this establishment. It's always busy but you'll always find a spot for one or two at least. read more

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Gaz H.

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Does the business. Can get a bit packed in there; stacks and stacks of student shoved in the back. Peeps are friendly.

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A Bigail '.

10 months ago

went to this cafe on a sunny afternoon and loved the vibe their cold brew was smooth and refreshing just what I needed

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Catskill1 ..

11 months ago

Primary spot for hanging out in Princeton! This cafe is usually packed, bustling, and noisy...because everyone wants to be here. The coffee and treats are good, and the service is consistently friendly. Chipper, even. Plenty of tables, but still packed with students either on their laptops or discussing their academic pursuits. If you can get a seat, this is the place to be in Princeton. read more

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Jahnavi Y.

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I stopped by for a quick hot drink on a chilly day and was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it! I was greeted as soon as I walked in and the barista was very friendly and patient in answering my questions. If you like spicy food/drinks, the Tough Chai here is a MUST TRY. (Be warned: it does have a fairly good kick to it) Although I was hoping it would be sweeter, I did enjoy the extra spice and the unique taste. You can't find chai like this anywhere else! The indoor seating is closed off due to the pandemic, but they have outdoor seating. There were about 3-4 baristas when I went, so my order was ready in less than 2 minutes. I will definitely be coming back to try more of their coffee and other drinks when I'm in the area again! read more

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Isabella V.

2 years ago

The chai is wayyy too bitter--I would not recommend. At the same time, it is kind of quirky and fun... Everything else I've had is great. You get a discount for bringing your own cup. They have great coffee. Great apple cider. Great blueberry crumb bars. The atmosphere is always bustling, and the lighting is lovely (very natural and properly bright). The staff are very friendly, too. The tables are a bit small for more than a laptop, or for larger groups (but see pictures in other reviews). read more

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Rachel W.

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Cheddar jalapeño scone and a medium drip coffee was a perfect afternoon pick me up. Super friendly staff.

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Sydnee B.

4 years ago

Came to the Princeton area and came across this cute coffee shop. I always get an iced chai latte with oat milk and espresso, figured I'd try it. Before ordering, the staff are all wearing masks and have the plastic covering the cash register so it's hard to understand them. After ordering, the girl did say that the chai was strong with extra ginger and I've had chai strong before and didn't mind. No joke, this chai is not even chai, it's pure ginger and spice with no sweetness. I'm disappointed but again, the girl did warn me but just didn't expect to be a whole different taste. I'd like to try something different next time! read more

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anonymous

1 year ago

Awesome environment, quick service, nice selection of seating and the baked goods are right from the Gingered Peach.

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Bill E.

2 years ago

Love this place! We always make it a point to stop whenever in Princeton. Great coffee, awesome eats and very cool vibe. Staff helpful and pleasant read more

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David H.

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Cute coffee shop right in the heart of Princeton University. They have some really strong coffee and if your a Mocha fan, I'd recommend the Ice Mocha. The Banana Mouse was great too. They took a bit to get the drinks ready but besides that it was great! read more

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Dominic B.

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Stopped by this coffee shop in the morning after a run. The place was packed with a lengthy line, but workers are incredibly efficient with processing orders. One thing I dig about this place is that not only are the staff friendly, but they seemed genuinely happy to be working there which is cool seeing. They have a bunch of coffee and tea options to please almost anyone. I ended up going with a large Americano which came out quickly and piping hot. Tasted great and I will definitely be back next time I'm in the area looking for some coffee. There is also a bunch of seating and tables available too as I saw some people studying there. read more

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Frances L.

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Small World is solid -- good espresso and good vibes. I got an iced oat milk latte, which ran to $6.25. My biggest gripe is that the only non-dairy milk they have is oat milk. Sadly, they don't offer soy or almond milk. Inside is pretty huge! There is plenty of seating, and the ambiance is good. There's always a lot of people working. read more

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Sofia S.

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I've been to small world coffee a few times and I love this place! It has a great coffee shop ambiance and although the interior is small, it feels really homey. I definitely recommend if you're in the area! read more

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Daniel S.

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When I first went back to Small World Coffee after 10 years away I saw there was a line 10 people deep going outside of the door. The line fortunately moved quickly and we were served shortly after. The simple black coffee that I ordered was just as delicious as I remember ten years ago. I am not sure if the other food but everything looked just as good. The staff is friendly--one of the employees handed my a to do cup before I even had time to ask for it. Inside this coffee shop are the usual students and visitors. The place seems to fit more people than what you'd expect from seeing it from the outside, yet I never feel crowded in there. My friend and I quickly found seat with no trouble. I'm glad that little has changed in ten years. It's the best coffee shop in Princeton. read more

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Paige G.

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Came into Princeton for a working day and by recommendation I came here. The baristas were VERY kind, the place wasn't loud-busy but most seats were filled, available plugs, individual seating was a great place to make a call, and the Tough Chai was amazing. Talk about SPICY! But the barista told me they could add extra milk to make it more palatable and it worked, can't imagine how spicy it is with a normal amount of milk. Great place, would absolutely return read more

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Myron P.

1 year ago

Great coffee, service clean facilities!. Heating up to snuff. It was bitterly cold that day.

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Sarah W.

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I grew up in Princeton. Small World is the local coffee shop, full stop. It's a great place to get a cup of coffee, a snack, sit down and get some work, or run into the very person you've been trying to avoid recently. The vibe changes based on the time of day -- mornings are for the grab-and-goers and newspaper readers, afternoons welcome the laptop and post-shopping crew, evenings are for socializing and hanging out. I stop by every time I'm in town, if only to grab a "hot sticky cider" and to check out my picture (taken in Russia, 2001) on the wall of folks wearing Small World merch all around the world. read more

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Jodi M.

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Smooth coffee, yummy treats and local community spot- perfect. Add in local art and friendly faces and I'm coming back again. So the 2nd trip I grabbed the beans and sipping back here in Oregon! read more

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Juwayriah W.

2 years ago

Great customer service despite the busyness over thanksgiving break. Friendly and upbeat staff that isn't afraid to joke around with you; the man who took our order even asked if we wanted the brownie with the edge or the center brownie. I wouldn't study here but it's a nice place to meet a friend. Coffee was actually a bit bitter but the Gingerbread cold foam saved it! read more

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I have no doubt that this place is as wonderful as most of the reviews point out. Perhaps I couldn't get a real feel for it on a bustling Saturday afternoon. At around 3:30pm, the line was out the door. I searched Yelp for "Wi-Fi cafe, Princeton, NJ" and this is the first place that popped up. I intended to get some writing done and catch up with a friend. We nixed the plan to have coffee together and chat since there was no available seating, but since I'm already here, why not grab something?! Truth be told, I wanted flavored coffee - coffee with the flavor roasted into the beans! They only had syrups to add to regular coffee. That'll be a NO for me. I ordered apple cake and a large cappuncino to go! The cap is decent and rich. Apple cake is okay too! Despite the crowd, service was expedient and friendly. And I saw people working on laptops - with headphones on. Not conducive for me given noise level. There's live music beginning at 8:30pm. I would have checked it out if I was going to be still in the area. read more

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Art C.

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Ah, I remember what is was like to travel and eat inside restaurants. This is a throwback pre-pandemic review... They make a good cappacino and we also enjoyed a few equally delightful pastries (especially the one with apple) in this bustling location. Check it out... read more

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Jessica S.

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Oat cap is p good! Roasty flavor and hot and comes out very fast. Super crowded spot so mayb best for pickup

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Abby B.

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A community gem- both for their impeccable drinks AND how the staff of each cafe personalizes everyone's experience.

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Rafia A.

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This is my go to local coffee in Princeton. There are a lot of wonderful shops around this area that have great coffee so I encourage you to try them all. I always come back here for the NOLA iced coffee bc it's quick to order and always tastes delicious! My husband has tried various iced drinks and always likes them. If t you're coming here to work or study it is crowded during the school year and seating is odd but definitely doable! read more

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Asma A.

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Small world coffee is one of my favorites coffee places! They have a good variety on their menu and their espresso is so flavorful and refreshing. I love getting iced lattes with oat milk and sometimes with caramel (which they make in house so it's doesn't taste artificial or syrup-y). I'm glad to see that they're still open and running in this Covid era and would definitely recommend it! read more

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Jackie S.

2 years ago

Best chai and cold brew I've ever had. I want the recipes for both! Fast friendly staff worth the line!

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Amanda L.

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One of my all time favorite coffee shops!! Small World is located in the heart of town and always has a great vibe. Plenty of indoor seating (but it can get completely full quickly). The drink menu is expansive and always has a few drinks on rotation. Today I tried the seasonal cold brew (Pumpkin) and the London Fog latte. Both were great - the cold brew was quite sweet and the London Fog was nice and milky. Prices are expensive, but Small World has everything you want in a coffee shop so I think it's worth it. Come here for the great drinks and your classic neighborhood coffee shop vibes! read more

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Lane R.

2 years ago

The food is good and they have hot milk for kids there breakfast sandwiches are also delicious. The service has always been great and the employees are always nice. The ambiance is nice and they have great indoor seatin. read more

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Small World is without a doubt the best place to get coffee in Princeton area! The coffee is strong and delicious, and the food is always freshly prepared and tasty (I love their oatmeal with granola, and some of their sandwiches during lunch time). Fun atmosphere anytime you visit. The brews are good and the service is pleasant and friendly. The atmosphere is quite nice and provides a comfortable place to enjoy a coffee creation. The prices are a little high so be prepared. If you don't mind paying a little more for your coffee, it is worth a try. My only complaint is that Small World (like several other places in Princeton) is cash only. Even though there's an ATM onsite but it I wouldn't want to spend ATM fee(I believe $5) to buy a $3.50 coffee in morning!! read more

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Grace R.

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Loved the mocha but omg their chai... is the strangest thing I've ever tried. It was sO strong, with so much of some ingredient (maybe ginger?) that I got into a coughing fit after trying it. Thankfully the staff asked "have you tried our Chai? because it's... strong" so I really appreciated the sample because we all ended up tasting a sip and my friend changed her order immediately. But otherwise, it's a nice cozy vibe and a great place to get drinks with friends! read more

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14 Witherspoon St
Princeton, NJ 08540
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(609) 924-4377
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Hours

What time does Small World Coffee open?

Small World Coffee opens at 6:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Small World Coffee opens at 7:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does Small World Coffee close?

Small World Coffee closes at 7:00 PM on Monday.Small World Coffee closes at 9:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Small World Coffee closes at 8:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon 6:30 AM - 7:00 PMTue-Sat 6:30 AM - 9:00 PMSun 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Small World Coffee take credit cards?

Yes, Small World Coffee takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Small World Coffee have catering options?

Yes, Small World Coffee does have catering options.

Indoor Amenities

Does Small World Coffee allow dogs?

Yes, Small World Coffee allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Small World Coffee have bike parking?

Yes, Small World Coffee has bike parking.

Does Small World Coffee have outdoor seating?

No, Small World Coffee does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Small World Coffee have parking?

Yes, Small World Coffee has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Small World Coffee wheelchair accessible?

No, Small World Coffee is not wheelchair accessible.

Does Small World Coffee have free WiFi?

Yes, Small World Coffee has free WiFi.

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History

Established in 1993.

Small World Coffee was founded in Princeton, NJ in 1993 after a year-long cross-country search for the perfect college town to open a cafe. Still operated by the founders, Small World is now comprised of 2 bustling cafes in downtown Princeton and a coffee roasting facility up the street in Rocky Hill. Small World Coffee is committed to building community through coffee and offering inclusive spaces for people to connect.

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They have some pre-wrapped sandwiches....their Nassau location has more freshly made lunch stuff available

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Alice A.

11 years ago

This place seems to have a lot of hype as a "must go" to anyone visiting Princeton so when I was in town for a weekend conference at the University, I decided to check it out, especially because I'm originally from California which has no shortage of good coffee. What I discovered is that whether or not you'd like this place depends totally on your demographic. If you're a wealthy Princeton resident or businessman or if you're his yuppie housewife, this is the place for you! If you're an out of towner or don't come here often enough to be recognized by the employees, expect to receive sub-par service. The high prices, mediocre coffee, and lack of sufficient seating and outlets aren't even the worst thing about this establishment. The staff is just as condescending as the rude regular customers it serves. Baristas will make a regular's drink before yours if they see the regular waiting in line behind you. They call their regulars by name while rushing you out of their way, making sure to interact with you as little as possible to keep the line moving. I read a post here talking about how ignorant it is to say "it's such a small world!" and I have to agree and elaborate on that. This place is surely the place to be if you're part of the "small world" community that makes up this over-privileged, elitist town full of wealthy and naive inbreds who don't ever seem to leave their perfect little bubble. If you're not, you're treated like an outsider and herded down the line like cattle by flustered, moody baristas who just seem in over their heads. And don't even bother coming in here in the evening! The staff is extra rude and neglectful because they're trying to hurry to clean up so they can get out of there the minute the cafe closes. Behind the counter looks mostly shut down even if there is 1-2 hours left before closing. This cafe poses as a "small business" that is "community oriented". It seems like their regulars must be keeping them in good business because if their business was suffering, I doubt they would be so rude to ANY of their paying customers. I say let the snobby regulars keep their "small world community" and take your business elsewhere. read more

Becca L.

12 years ago

I literally joined this website just to tell people and fellow Princetonians about the prejudicial experience I had with one of your so-called baristas or should I say bigot. I love Small World....in-fact I worship this place...however I took my brother here and he happened to order a soy latte (he's allergic to dairy)...the barista made it incorrectly and when my brother returned it and explained the barista gave a holier-than-thou look and then muttered under his breath "faggot". My brother is a 16-year old-redhead who would never hurt a fly, and we were taught never to act out in public so we suppressed out utter disgust and didn't cause a scene. My brother blushed and turned bright red, then scurried out of the store and I followed after worried. What hurt the most is that my brother is gay. Who ever this Izzy is I wish I could smash his idiotic bigoted face in...I will never come back to this store ever again. Was it really hard just to say sorry...what makes me even more upset is I tipped before I realized he got my brother's order incorrect...how hard is to make a soy latte? read more

Amod G.

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3 years ago

I must admit, I'm disappointed in myself for being tardy with these reviews, but I suppose it's better late than never. I simply adore "Small World Coffee" in Princeton. Every time I visit, I find myself drawn to this lively establishment bustling with people. The coffee they serve is a true delight. Whether I opt for a cortado or a regular espresso, each sip is a taste of perfection. And let's not forget about their wide array of other beverage options available. Without a doubt, I wholeheartedly recommend this place to anyone seeking a memorable coffee experience. read more

Steve D.

6 years ago

This was one of the best stops we made on our visit to Princeton! I was in the need for some good coffee, and I'm so happy we found this place. The storefront gave such cute coffeeshop vibes and I knew this place would be amazing. Their menu is very extensive to fit every caffeine preference! I ended up getting a cold brew with almond milk and it was absolutely delicious. Forget Starbucks or any other chain coffee shop. Small World Coffee is infinitely better. read more

Meredith S.

17 years ago

Pros: The coffee is excellent - freshly roasted, freshly brewed, and nice and strong the way I like it. Sizes come in English, not Italian. Cons: Tries too hard to present a community oriented image but it comes off as inauthentic and somewhat pretentious. Smokers congregate outside so you sometimes have to walk through a cloud of smoke to get in the door. Verdict: come for the coffee, not the atmosphere.. read more

Crystel L.

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2 years ago

Small World Coffee is a delightful and snug cafe with an incredibly friendly and helpful staff. When I sought something refreshing and warm, despite my coffee aversion, I was suggested the ginger tonic with honey and lemon--it tasted fantastic, making my stroll around Princeton Downtown even more enjoyable. The prospect of returning is definite; it's an excellent spot for studying and people-watching. read more

Rob M.

15 years ago

What happened??!! Or..."Small World Goes Corporate." Unfortunately, the "improved" Small World Coffee on Witherspoon now looks and feels more like a Starbucks. Che peccato! I used to not think twice about driving a good half-hour every Sunday. Now, I only have to follow a thrown stone. Who's next? Hoagie Haven? God, I hope not. read more

Robert L.

9 years ago

This place is great for families, friends, college students, people working nearby, etc. They have a wide selection of baked goods and coffee. I ordered the white chocolate latte and it was delicious. Also, the store manager was a cool guy. If you're craving European-styled coffee, I recommend this place. read more

Yi S.

12 years ago

This place is a gem . The quality of the coffee is exceptional. It is also a cozy place to sit relax and shoot the breeze. If you are visiting out of town- don't miss it!! Only critic:they open at 7:30 am on Sunday . The coffee place 100 feet away opens at 5 am. I hope they reconsider . read more

Elmer S.

15 years ago

This is a great place for coffee, pastries and sandwiches/salads/soups. I haven't been for breakfast, but that looks good too. The staff is friendly and it's got a good vibe. I love the Big Sug sandwich (fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, roasted red peppers on focaccia). read more

Mari T.