Remember when Starbucks was amazing? Before it became a totally soulless coffee production line?…read moreCrazy lines and a total gamble for a decent cup of coffee? Uptown Coffee is what coffee shops should be. The coffee is consistently well brewed and delicious, the staff is welcoming and kind, the service makes you feel right at home and the prices are sane. Love trying their flavored coffees, Uptown Funk. Nice to have a little variety. Lots of tasty pastries and other food items to choose from too. Crumb cakes, cookies and muffins always fresh. Comfortable cafe setting with cozy seating but I get my coffee to go. Uptown Coffee is a fantastic local coffee shop. Great cup of coffee and great way to start your day.

Last weekend, I visited Uptown Coffee for the first time for a meet up with a small group. There…read morewere four of us. It was a busy Sunday, but luckily we found two tables outside to sit. (there are tables inside and a ledge by the storefront window). You order at the counter. The baristas were all friendly and cool that day. All their pastries looked good (many were already sold out), but I'm glad I got the Nutella Crumb Cake - perfection. I was going to get a latte, but right before I ordered I saw a hot and cold coffee specials sign. I went with the chocolate and coconut hot coffee. Very good!

Stopped into Iconic Coffee for a quick pick me up and was pleasantly satisfied…read more The cafe is nicely decorated, is full of positive affirmations, has a fair amount of high-top tables, and a few regular tables. The Manager/owner went above and beyond to make us comfortable, was genuinely happy to create our selections, and added to the enjoyment of the visit. The beverage items were: Iced Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso (Espresso swirled with brown sugar, cinnamon, and milk). I really enjoyed this beverage. It was served in a large glass and the presentation was appealing. It showed the flavorful espresso at the bottom 1/4 of the glass and after mixing it all together.....wow! The next choice was the Mocha Latte, with slim milk. The only thing I'll mention about this drink was, that it was the best they've ever had, annnnnnnnd they've had a lot of them. Thank you, Iconic Coffee, for creating a business with a welcoming atmosphere and a relaxing ambience. I'll happily return and will gladly spread the word. :-)

This coffee shop was perfectly curated for the remote worker! Friendly atmosphere and staff, and…read morethe owner may be the friendliest and most accommodating person in all of New Jersey! There are outlets at every table, and plenty of coat/bag hangers. The coffee was fantastic offering single origins and house blends for espresso.

Cafe Baires is a must visit if you're in downtown Hackensack! It's an Argentinian bakery and coffee…read morehouse serving freshly brewed espresso beverages and authentic pastries. They've only been open for a year or so, but have been very successful! I've visited a few times and have never been disappointed. The interior is cozy and chic, with Argentinian-inspired decor like navy blue accents, lush greenery, wooden tones, leather couches, and wall art of Buenos Aires. There are two floors with seating and lounge areas. It truly feels like you're in someone's comfy living room! The cafe is part of an apartment building that used to be a bank, so there are high ceilings and arched windows. The owner, Jeremias, added thoughtful touches to make the cafe a welcoming and inviting space for customers. They have free wifi, outlets, dog treats, and crayons for kids! The menu offers your classic espresso beverages as well as seasonal and specialty drinks. My all-time favorite is the dulce de leche latte. I've had it hot and iced. They both taste amazing, but I prefer it hot. The steamed milk froth is the perfect texture - silky and creamy with micro foam bubbles. They have a machine that prints out cute messages/latte art on the surface :) The drink itself has a good balance between espresso, steamed milk, and dulce de leche sauce. If you need that strong cup of coffee that will keep you energized, you came to the right spot. The espresso is bold, rich, smooth, and well balanced with the caramelized, milky sweetness of the dulce de leche. They have a variety of popular Argentinian pastries like medialunas, vigilantes, bolas, sacramentos, margarita pasteleras, empanadas, and more. Everything is baked with love, freshly made in-house, and delicious! You cannot go wrong with trying any of them. The dough is flaky, buttery, and fluffy. Nothing is overly sweet. If you're a fan of dulce de leche (caramelized milk jam), you're in the right place because many of the pastries are filled with it. And if you've never tried it before... you must!!! Don't forget to grab an empanada, especially the beef! The dough is flaky, tender, and stuffed with a ton of meat. The filling consists of ground beef, onions, bell peppers, hard-boiled eggs, and spices (cumin, paprika, oregano). The beef is juicy, savory, and seasoned with warm spices for a touch of heat. The staff are always welcoming, friendly, and personable. They have a lot of loyal/regular customers (rightfully so) and there's a genuine sense of community here. This is the type of spot that will remember your face, name, and order. It's not easy to find great customer service nowadays. Drinks crafted with care, fresh pastries, warm service, and a cozy environment? Now that's the type of cafe that I will keep coming back to over and over again. Stop by Cafe Baires if you want a taste of Argentina!

Cute cafe. Parking can be difficult due to location depending on the time. Got a strawberry matcha…read moreiced and a hot cappuccino. Liked the matcha and cappuccino was strong. Great service, very friendly

Finally got to The DBC. Located on the busy Maywood business district. Free street parking…read more Very friendly & informative staff. Cutely decorated for it's offerings. All baked goods are made on premises ( not just the crepes.) Croissants, mini Bundt cakes, brownies, cake pops, etc. Many styles of coffees, hot teas, and bubble teas. Signature drinks. I had a hot espresso latte with condensed milk,skim milk, and cinnamon. Excellent! I brought home the Bananas Foster crepe and the Classic and they were Amazing!! Why would anyone go to Dunkin or Starbucks for all those hot cold coffee drinks when you have the real deal here. Made with better ingredients & care. Let's keep these small businesses thriving! Highly recommended!

Always fresh, high-quality, and absolutely delicious. You can tell immediately that everything here…read moreis done with intention. They use a high-altitude, single-origin coffee, and as a full-blown coffee snob, I can confidently say it's wonderful. Smooth, balanced, and thoughtfully brewed. I ordered the strawberry matcha and loved it. Huge shout-out to Ellis, the barista, who asked how sweet I wanted it -- which honestly never happens and makes all the difference. I'm always disappointed when tea comes out aggressively sweet, but this was made perfectly to my taste. The owners, Tony and Melissa, are CIA grads and it shows in every detail: professionalism, consistency, and a clear respect for quality ingredients and execution. I order custom cakes, baklava, macarons, and other treats for my catering business from them and am always wowed! Such a gem for Maywood -- a place you can linger, chat, and trust that whatever you order will be excellent. Highly recommend supporting this spot.

***Gluten Free*** proper kitchen knowledge, no shared friers and GF bun + other options available…read more Ambiance: 8/10 Service: 10/10 Food: 9/10 Beverage: 8/10 I wanted to LOVE this place, but it's not all possible. It has so much potential. I mean like to come in regularly and all.. too many inconsistencies. Food is delicious. Out of trying 5 meals, 4 were a hit. Steak and Eggs are delicious! Beet juice is refreshing and made to order. Service was spectacular. Now, what grinds my gear is this "fall menu". Clearly stated, drinks can be made hot or cold. Except, thats not true. I order a hot banana latte -- they couldn't make it hot saying, "it tastes different and bad". Ok. So we go through the many with our waitress of ones I cannot order hot, and end up with the carrot cake latte. Tasted nothing near of carrot cake, but was ok for me. It tasted like a latte, and was warm which checked off my box. Strawberry Matcha was really nice also as a warm beverage, however they kept trying to advise me against ordering. Will be back, just not as frequently as I was hoping.

The food we ordered was all good. No complaint there. The ambiance is not an issue. The service was…read morethe issue. We're a party of 3, but two of us arrived first. The wait staff initially refused to take our order because one person wasn't there yet. I said I would order three plates and I would pay for them. That's when she took our order. When the third person arrived, I ordered her a latte. But she ignored me. Waited until the third person ordered it for herself. She never brought us water, and I could not get her attention for a check. At the end, another person arrived with a check and a handheld machine.

Is it possible to give something 100 stars?!?! LOL. Talk about a hidden gem. I am in the area…read morefor a work meeting and looking for a local cafe to get some work done before my meeting later on. I found this place on Google and it had great reviews so I figured I would try it. It took me a while to find it--since it is literally in the basement of an office building-you would not know it is here, besides a small sign outside. I also had difficulty in figuring out where to park, since most of the parking says reserved, there are some guest spots however--across the way from the cafe. The cafe is located behind in the building in the basement-it is PERFECT! Such a chill vibe-with a small vinyl room where you can buy and peruse records. The staff was SUPER friendly and nice--all the types of coffee drinks and tea's you would want. If I lived closer or have more meetings in the area, this would be my go to spot on the daily. They are open until 6P during the week as well, which is really nice. So if you find this on Yelp or a review on Google--yes it is legit and YES you will not be disappointed. Free wifi too! :) They also seem to have seasonal speciality drinks which are very popular--you cannot go wrong here.

well waddayaknow! four years already whoa!! and this place…read moreis still awesome. the cafe family has also grown - back then i usually just see Marcus and Audrey but now there more new pleasant staff faces too! and thats a good thing. As always, drinks are delicious and I always look forward to their unique seasonal or special drinks. They always come up with new and interesting flavors - flavors that I havent really seen or tried anywhere else such as Marzipan, persimmon, carrot cake, and there's this "Thai Bolt" that im gonna have to try soon. lol the pastries are also good and just recently ive tried this scallion cheese pandesal which was a pleasant light breakfast treat! Hoping for many more visits here. Thumbs up to thumbody!

I have been to Bogota Press Cafe two times so far. Both times the food and service were good. I…read morelove their sandwiches and coffee as well. They use good quality local bread from Balthazaar. Love to order their BP wake up Sandwich without meat snd I ask to add arugula. Another sandwich is Rise and Shine. The place is part-of a residential building.

This cafe is such a gem. It's owned by the sweetest Korean couple who clearly care so much about…read morewhat they do; from how spotless the space always is to the quality of every single food and drink item they serve. All of their sandwiches and salads are made to order, super fresh, and thoughtfully put together, and the coffee is consistently on point every time I come in. One of my favorite things about this place is how great it is for working. There are tons of outlets, plenty of seating, and a calm, welcoming vibe that makes it easy to settle in for a few hours. It's also dog-friendly, which I absolutely love (I come here at least once a week with my dog, and they're always so accommodating and kind). The staff is genuinely friendly, there's a large parking lot (which is a huge plus), and they always have fun seasonal items to look forward to. You can really feel the care and intention behind this place. Highly recommend making this part of your weekly cafe rotation.

The ambiance is cool and artsy. Nice vibe here for sure, The coffee is delicious and the flavors…read moreare special! Service was friendly and the barista took his time and crafted a delicious latte! Have been back a second time and will surely return! I love good coffee!

One of the best vanilla lattes I've ever had. At 6 dollars for a large, it might be a tad steep but…read morethe quality actually overrides the cost. I might not come here daily but if I'm hankering for that perfect roast and done perfectly for me, then I can proudly say I found my spot. This place is definitely meant to hang out and enjoy your time. Very spacey, very welcoming with a modern chic feel. The baristas are very nice. I spoke to 3 workers when I came in and they were all so adorable. What really surprised me is that for the first time in a long time, I ordered a coffee with no sugar and it was absolutely perfect. This place just does it right.

This place is a hidden gem! I don't understand why more people don't know about this place. I feel…read morelike I'm going to regret gushing about this place because once people realize how awesome this place is, it's going to be packed. It checks off every single requirement to be a perfect café. -amazing coffee and drinks -a lot of seating and most tables have outlets next to them -pastries and treats (they have Balthazar pastries) that they bake fresh every day -super friendly baristas Whenever I stop by, it is pretty quiet and the place is pretty empty. It seems like everyone gets their coffee to go instead of drinking it there. I recently went and tried their seasonal special - maple iced latte with pumpkin spiced cold foam. Way better than Starbucks PSL. Wayyyyyy better! And, I love that they have Balthazar's everything croissant. They will heat it up for you either in the toaster or the toaster oven. So, if you made it this far in my review, please do stop by. You won't be disappointed! FYI: The only negative thing is the parking, which is metered parking and Main St. does get pretty packed. But there are metered parking lots nearby. Monday-Saturday, you can't park in the parking lot in the back, but on Sundays, the library is closed, so you could probably park there (at your own risk!). But metered parking is also free on Sundays and it's less busy on Main St.

This spacious coffee shop was a refreshing stop in the heart of Hackensack. I ordered a blueberry…read morecrumble muffin and a seasonal maple latte which was actually really good and not too sweet. The staff is super helpful and friendly if you can't decide what you're in the mood for.

Talk about cute and wholesome. I went here with my friend on a Sunday for a Sip & Paint Grecas…read more This is a coffee lover's dream. For the purpose of the class they did not have their full menu available but they did offer all participants 2 full size beverages from their menu. I had the Mora Mojito (not infused) and hands down one of the best mocktails I have every had. I also tried the Lemonade Ginger Beer which too was very refreshing. My friend had the Coquito Iced Latte and raved about it being delicious. While we did not order food....appetizers were served. They gave us chicken pinchos...not much to talk about HOWEVER they served a guayaba puff pastry that was deliousous!!!! I would recommend everyone to take a class when they are offering one. While this place is a little out of my way just to stop by for coffee, I recommend you do and I will if in the area.

What is there not to love about Marimba Cafe? We walked in when they just opened and we were…read moreimmediately greeted warmly by the staff. Everything from the vibe to the space was full of good energy. They asked if it was our first time there and immediately recommended their favorites. I got the coquitto latte (something you don't see anywhere else), it's unlike any latte I've had before. Warm and yummy on a cold day. Now onto the food, everything we got was delicious from the empanadas to the sandwiches. You can taste that everything is made fresh and with love. The bbq chicken skewers were tender and flavorful and the El Clasico Sandwich - wow! It was cheesy, salty, sweet, all in one bite. The guava sauce on it put it over the top. Marimba cafe is definitely worth multiple visits!