My family was heading home from a communion party and I'm the type of Yelper that turns down free…read moremid coffee at a party to find better coffee elsewhere. Found Common Grounds on Yelp and knew it was my kind of place! The shop is modern, clean, and bright. The staff was friendly and professional. They roast their own beans. My father in law and I went with Americanos and my wife had their cold brew. The Americano was robust yet smooth and my wife enjoyed the cold brew. Definitely glad we got to try Common Grounds!

This is a reminder that the food can be excellent, but service is king. I came here with my mother…read morefor Mother's Day brunch this past Sunday at 11am. It was literally the only place I could find on short notice with reservation slots available, which maybe should have been a sign (and certainly a reminder to me to be much more proactive about this sort of thing in the future). This was sort of a meet in the middle for us; she's in Redding, CT, and I'm in North Jersey. Common Grounds is located at the end of a strip mall, though arguably a higher-end one. The parking lot was VERY busy and while spots were relatively easy to find, I had to settle for one further away close to the bowling alley next door. All good though in that regard. The first hint that this was going to go downhill happened almost immediately. Despite having made the reservation for 11, our designated table wasn't available for seating because the prior party was "lingering." There wasn't a time limit on the dining parties so it seemed like Common Grounds just made assumptions on when people would leave, which is probably not an exact science on the best of days, and certainly not on a day where you might have a family reunion element. We were offered a large high-top table to sit at instead, which my mother isn't comfortable with, and after a few minutes of sitting there, were instructed to take a "normal" table by the window. I will give props for the hostess reading the room in that regard and doing what she could to give us an optimal seating situation - the wait and miscalculation wasn't her fault. She was also very nice to my mother, which for sure counts for something. It took probably 15 minutes for our waitress to come by and ask for drink/food orders, which isn't great. I'd decided on the Blueberry Lemon Ricotta Pancakes from the Specials menu, only to be told by the waitress that they were no longer available. I then had to quickly pivot to the French Toast from the regular menu, but lack of availability is something that should have been mentioned when we received the menus, not while we're ordering. And it wasn't even noon - a little concerning. I don't know if it was just a bad day behind the scenes, but it took over 45 minutes to get two pretty simple brunch entrees to us, and almost as much time to get our beverages. That would at least be understandable if the place was packed and everyone was busy, but that wasn't the case - a lot of tables emptied up within 20 minutes of our arrival, and in a pretty troubling optic, most of the front-end waitstaff was literally just standing around by the coffee station not doing anything. That's bad management, and could have helped alleviate whatever was happening in the kitchen. You have five minutes to kill? Okay, stop by your tables and apologize for the delay. Help bus and turn over the recently vacated tables. Maybe refill my water glass, which was empty for most of my meal. There's just no excuse for that. And it's a shame because my Cardamon Rose Latte was excellent, and the French Toast was very good as well. French Toast isn't one of my go-to's, but when I have it I prefer it to be softer and not as cumbersome, and this fit the bill. But because the wait time and overall service was mediocre at best, I didn't even want to go near a dessert menu or consider having a second latte - that probably would have tacked on another hour. So by virtue of not being attentive and efficient, Common Grounds left money on the table. A real shame; and frankly, surprising to me given that this has to be a very notable day on the calendar for brunch places. I'd ensure everything was well-oiled and ready to go, and it's clear it just wasn't. I overheard quite a few people outside singing the praises of this place, and I saw enough to probably understand why. But we weren't the beneficiary of most of those qualities.

Lovely addition to this town! Tasty fresh delicate croissant reminds me of those great European…read morecafes . I'll be back!

Libri is very cute. the bookstore theme, the aesthetic, and the overall idea are charming. That…read moresaid, the experience completely fell flat. I went in intending to order a flavored matcha, which is listed on their website and reflected on the menus available to scan in-store. I was told they only have plain matcha with no flavor options. When I then asked for a coffee recommendation instead, the barista wasn't able to suggest anything. Paying $7 for a small coffee feels unreasonable, especially when the menu appears much more expansive online and on social media than what's actually available in person. It was disappointing to find out for the first time that the offerings don't match what's being advertised. Overall, the mismatch between presentation and reality really turned me off, as this was my first time visiting and I won't be returning

1. Best coffee for miles around. Matt (the owner) is a perfectionist…read more 2. Friendly, neighborhood feel where an assortment of locals congregate and everyone feels welcome, whatever your age, background, political views etc. 3. Great atmosphere, including choice selection of period music and curated display of vintage sheet music covers on the walls.

Very sweet coffee shop facing the Mount Kisco train station. My map led me to the train station…read moreitself but it's actually across the street next to a salon. The interior is very classy and sleek, with an old-timey French cafe vibe. The array of pastries looked fresh and tasty, though I did not partake this visit. I opted for the Caffe Shakerato, and while it was expertly prepared by the barista/owner, it just wasn't my bag -- it was very strong and the coffee was too bitter for me even though it had some almond milk added. Next time, I will opt for something different.

Ultra convenient location right off the bike path, if your a cyclist or planning a route and need a…read morerest stop this is one to add. They offer a great variety of snacks to fuel you up and not slow you down. Juices, sodas, water... the coffee is fresh and strong and served with a smile! Theres seating in front, inside and in the back. The bathroom was well maintained and clean. Im sure I'll be visiting them again.

Go to place for many people coming off the trail. Woman who…read moreis always behind the counter is friendly and does amazing smoothies. (Go early to make sure she is the one doing them) place is crowded on nice days and most days too Offers healthy food and not only filling smoothies Back inside and outside a are and with space in front of the store ensure there is paces for all.

Love this place!…read more I've been here a few times, and it's been a great experience each time. I love their lattes and hot chocolate here. They also have a variety of pastries available, as well as coffee merch and other items. The inside is very spacious with comfortable seating, and they have a larger space if you wanted to hold a gathering or event here. On the weekends, they also frequently have pop ups and other events. I can't wait to stop back here again soon!

I finally brought my husband to an amazing coffee shop. We both gotten the same drink which was…read morethe decaffeinated bourbon maple with white chocolate on top . Mine was iced coffee and my husband got his hot coffee. I decided to get a muffin that was locally sourced and my husband gotten a chocolate muffin . The service was great as always. The owner was great. We decided to sit in the back of the cafe to have our coffee & muffins and it was very rustic amd cozy. I highly recommend coming here and giving them a try.

This is such a cute European market! Whenever I've gone in, it makes me feel like I'm living in…read moreRome again! They have so many amazing products that are hard to find here in the states. They also have a very cute espresso bar, which is just so cute and European posh. I love sitting with a cup of espresso and a pastry. It makes me forget the stress of the real world for a little bit. Everyone I've ever dealt with while there has always been attentive, friendly and wonderful. Such a little gem!

Excellent small store full of mostly Central Eutopean and Balkan food items. I go for the Bende…read moreproductd.

This place is super cute and the food is delicious. It's just SO expensive. This morning I bought…read moretwo bowls and a smoothie and it was $46! The fruit is always super fresh, however, and everything tastes delicious. I guess you get what you pay for! :)

Interior is very cute, with a nice vibe and trendy decor. Came for a smoothie after a hike on a…read morewarm day and it was incredibly refreshing and delicious! Would recommend the "charged monkey" smoothie any of the week. Yummy combo of chocolate, banana, peanut butter, and espresso. Looking forward to visiting again!

This is a cute farm with attached hiking trails in Westchester County. There's a lot of free…read moreparking. Entrance is free. They have farmers markets on Sundays in certain seasons. They have over 777 acres. You can read about the history. There are no pets allowed so the animals are comfortable. They have all sorts of events.

Loved it here! I was…read morelooking for an outdoor space to walk and found this place. It was crowded with families but I walked for awhile on the trails and then ended up away from the crowds that were closer to where there animals were housed. The views here were very scenic and serene. I would recommend coming here if you want to see some farm life. If you have kids who love animals, I'd highly recommend this place! They have a lot of staff walking around guiding people around the farm area. There is plenty of signage to find your way. And, there was a snack bar with a variety of food too. I look forward to coming back here and seeing more farm life soon!

Though the Jefferson Valley is very small, it makes me happy they do have a place to get your…read morecaffeine fix! I had passed this kiosk so many times until finally trying it out. In my defense, a lot of times I would be at the mall past 5PM and it would be too late for a coffee. I tried the iced Nutella white mocha latte and it really hit the spot. Great addition to the mall!

I love living in this area..lots of great spots..coffee wise, there is a DD and a Starbucks on…read morealmost ever corner. But let's not forget about the "Mom & Pop" small businesses that make the area so wonderful to live in. Kool Beans is absolutely one of those great little gems!! Perfectly snuggled right in the front entrance lobby of the JV Mall ( 1st level, behind the elevator ) This place is Charming, friendly, plenty of seating ( High top tables, chairs, even cozy couches with a flat screen TV ). The Coffee is always perfect! And The food is yummy! This spot is not just a place for mall employees to take a break..this is a fantastic place to come, grab breakfast or lunch, have a cup of coffee, maybe even watch a few episodes of "Friends". Come check out the great little eatery right in our neighborhood hiding right in plain sight. ENJOY!!

Was passing through the area and wanted a cup of coffee. I had bookmarked this place on Yelp, due…read moreto the great ratings. Located in a downtown area, place is pretty big, with a lot of cool seating. Woman working behind the counter was friendly and worked me through their coffee choices. I went with their house dark roast, they roast their own beans. They also use real mugs for customers that are staying to enjoy the coffee. That really adds to the experience. Coffee was delicious, cafe was a great place to sit and relax. I would gladly return!

The literal best. Amazing baristas, fantastic coffee, unreal crepes. Eclectic place to work, chat,…read morewhatever you want. The "Cheers" of coffeehouses.