Wonderful place to stop for Breakfast, especially if you're in the mood for great (Brazilian)…read morecoffee, pastries , and hand helds. We had cheese puff (pão de queijo) stuffed with roast pork, a kibe (based on Lebanese kibbeh, made with meat and cracked wheat), and an "enroladinho""," a pastry stuffed with ham and cheese. My wife's cappuccino was better than yesterday's! Ambience is of your neighborhood bakery, where you can drop in for your "daily bread," or sit and have a cup of coffee or juice, accompanied by your favorite hand held. For me, this is a taste of home! Service was attentive. If you want well prepared and served coffee and simple fare, this is the place!

My last west coast trip spoiled me, and I'm on a quest to find amazing coffee near me (open to…read morerecommendations), so I'm trying new coffee places as much as I can. Busy Bee is inside a gas station, and has very good coffee. I had a caramel macchiato and it was a solid 7.5/10 (my coffee rating scale is as arbitrary as myself). There's also a generous collection of food offerings - I tried something similar to a deviled sausage (I didn't get its name) and it was delicious.

Awesome coffee spot in the heart of Long Branch…read more Ordered two cold brews and they hit the spot. The service was quick and easy. This spot is definitely a vibe, it was packed and the line just kept growing. I didn't order any food but it looked great coming out of the kitchen. Awesome job Offshore Coffee.

More than two years later and this is still one of my favorite coffee shops in the area. Amazing…read moreoat milk lattes, a food menu with so many incredible breakfast and lunch bites, comfortable seating, good wifi... the list goes on. This trip, I got the veggie burrito and subbed real eggs in. It was INCREDIBLE and something I am going to try my hardest to recreate at home. It was like the perfect assembly of fall flavors and veggies. It had chickpeas and squash and kale and potatoes. And the sauce was delicious. I wish I could find it on their menu to give an accurate item list but maybe it was a special of the day because I am not seeing it there. If you see the veggie burrito, GET IT! As always, the space was comfortable and perfect for getting some work done on my laptop for an hour or so. If you are looking for a good place to get lunch or coffee in the area, this is a must visit.

Great coffee and delicious food. Stopped in on a whim, and now this will be a regular spot for me!…read more Prompt and friendly service, we feel like family!

So this place was good until they changed their espresso beans/owners. Really sad because I did…read morereally love the coffee here, it resembled Eagle coffee which is the coffee shop that used to be in this space. The coffee now is watered down instead of a rich creamy espresso.

Taylor welcomed me and gave good recos! Today I will try Guatemalan coffee!…read moreRafa 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!

Happiness starts with a good cup of coffee. After hearing so much hype about Rook, a local coffee…read morechain 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!

Without a doubt, Rooks Coffee has become one of my favorite coffee places in Central Jersey. Their…read morebeverages are always on point without the exorbitant prices. No matter which location I'm at, the service is always excellent and due to their premeasured coffee formulation, They have it down to a science. I will always get a consistent cup of coffee. Upon entering, you are greeted with a smile and if you're stuck in choosing, the friendly employees can make some excellent suggestions based on what your taste buds are into. People place their order either in person or using Rooks' app. While they don't have chairs and tables for you to sit and sip, it's still a very calm and chill place as you wait for your drink to be prepared. A quick shout-out to all the employees who work there. I am gobsmacked at their talented artistry, both in making a delicious cup of coffee and in their drawings on the cups which can be found on the side.

Rook is a NJ staple! I have come here many a time to fulfill some Cinnamon Vanilla and New Orleans…read morecold brew cravings. It's good quality coffee and one of the few brews I enjoy without too many additives. Whenever i have stopped at a Rook location, the staff has been extremely kind and prompt. (I frequented the Rt 35 one since I used to work in the area). Glad I can ship it to others as gifts and to myself to get my Rook fix!

- Wanted to get a quick breakfast before heading to Monmouth to study…read more- Waitress was very nice and seated us quickly - I got the hobo panini which was very good. I was offered hot sauce and ketchup which was bonus points for me lol - Season potatoes and pancakes were solid and portions were plentiful. - If I need breakfast that keeps me full or for a long study sesh, Hungry Hobo is where I'm going!!!

Been coming here over 30 years and although I don't get here as often as I used to, they still…read moreremain the best breakfast spot locally!

Can I keep a plant alive? No. Does that mean I can't hang…read moreout here? Absolutely yes, I can. Plant lovers delight with a nice coffee menu (and I'd rate their coffee highly). Great little spot to hang out.

Hands down one of the cutest coffee shops I've visited in NJ! This spot is filled with luscious…read moreplants and greenery that are all for sale to bring home! Such a gem to do some remote work or grab a coffee with friends! The owner is so sweet and welcoming! She spoke with us about the history of her business and it was so inspiring! I loved the fact they focus on using all natural ingredients for their products and source foods from local businesses. I can't wait to make another visit here!

The matcha latte was great adding a little vanilla sweetener really made it extra good. Had it…read moreafter a Long Beach day and it was much deserved. Service was quick and easy as at that moment I was the only one there. Ambiance is def for a quick stop by as it's in the medical center and a little hard to find.

Coffee Corral's brand new outpost cafe in Long Branch just opened this past week at Monmouth…read moreMedical Center and it's been getting rave word of mouth reviews from all the hospital staff that we've met. They carry a lot of delicious blends of coffee which they prepare fresh "pour over" right at the counter. Our fave blend is the Kenyan AA which we have only found at The Turning Point, so we were pretty excited to see it in the lineup at Coffee Corral. The food options are pretty varied and menu has everything you could want: savory, sweet, healthy, or chocolatey. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Depending on your timing, there can be long lines, but you can text your order in ahead of time and just pickup to pay when you arrive. They also have a loyalty account system which allows you to pre-load an account and not worry about bringing your wallet every time. Definitely a great cafe to pickup a quick bite and coffee when you're visiting the hospital!

A cute quaint local bakery I stopped by for Valentine's Day treats and found these GIANT…read morechocolate-covered strawberries! Seemed to also have condensed milk between the strawberry and chocolate shell; 10/10 would recommend it!

5 months ago I moved to the area. I was scouting the neighborhood, and Kelly's Bakery was one of…read morethe places I happened to check out. As soon as I entered the bakery I was greeted with warm eye contact and smiles. The bakery seemed lively and occupied with many customers and hard working staff. It's a Brazilian bakery, therefore the counters are filled with traditional Brazilian sweets and baked goods. I'm Greek, therefore we express through food, which I found common among Brazilian culture. I didn't have any issues communicating with the staff. The place is different from conventional American bakeries, which will make you feel like you're traveling abroad!

As someone that's gluten free, this was such a fresh air coming in and being able to order majority…read moreof the menu. The donuts are DELICIOUS, my favorite was the route 35, followed by the strawberry one. It came out relatively quick too. They had some cute displays out so I took a picture but look how fun!

First-time visitor, I tried the S'mores, the croissant donut, and the Cinnamon Toast. The flavors…read morewere incredible, and I loved the chewy texture of the donuts. The service was friendly, and the spot had a low-key, no-frills vibe. Definitely recommend if you're in the area!