I had been wanting to try Liv Breads for so long, especially after all of the amazing reviews I had…read moreread and the positive feedback I had heard from family. I finally made it there the other day and was shocked at how substantial the place was. It was no small bakery, but was a full cafe and gourmet shop as well. Though I did not try their savory sandwiches, breads, salads, or spreads at that time, I did purchase some of their sweets. First, the Chocolate Rugelach were some of the best I have had. The delicate, flaky cookies were like little croissants and were ribboned with a rich chocolate spread. Their version also had hints of vanilla, which I really enjoyed. I also got one of their large Chocolate Chip Cookies, which was thin, but packed with gooey bittersweet and semi-sweet chocolate. It also had a light sprinkling of Maldon sea salt on the top. It was super decadent! Liv Breads exceeded my expectations, and I look forward to revisiting to try many more of their items.

I have never written a negative review before, which probably says something about how upsetting…read morethis experience was for me. My family and I have been regular customers at Liv Breads in Millburn for the past five or six years. I come here almost every day, often morning and evening, for coffee and breakfast, and my husband gets his coffee here literally every single day. We have always enjoyed the food and coffee and have spent a considerable amount of money supporting this bakery over the years. Even a regular black coffee here costs around $5 plus and when you are buying coffee and breakfast this frequently for years, you are clearly a loyal, paying customer. But what happened today genuinely hurt me. After finishing my coffee, I asked for the usual refill. The person serving me insisted that I bring back my used coffee cup before she would give me the refill. She then specifically told me that "a lot of people like you" have been asking for refills, and therefore she needed to see my cup before giving me one. If there is a new policy requiring customers to show their original cup, I have absolutely no problem with the policy. What upset me was the way it was communicated, particularly the phrase "people like you." As a brown-skinned Indian woman, I could not help but wonder what exactly "people like you" meant and whether I would have been spoken to the same way if I looked different. I am not claiming to know what was in anyone's mind, but I can say how the interaction made me feel: singled out, embarrassed and unwelcome. I have lived in the U.S. for years and cannot remember another interaction that made me feel this way. What makes it especially disappointing is that this wasn't an interaction between a business and someone who walked in for the first time. They know us. We have been coming here almost daily for years. Customer loyalty should mean something--not free coffee and not an exemption from reasonable policies, but simply being treated with familiarity, dignity and respect. The food and coffee have always been good, and that is exactly why we kept coming back for so many years. Unfortunately, after today's interaction, I walked away feeling deeply uncomfortable and no longer welcome. After five or six years of supporting this bakery, it genuinely makes me sad to say that I don't plan to return.

My boyfriend and I ordered the 16oz Iced Leche Flan latte and Ube latte (with espresso added). Both…read moredrinks tasted exactly like their names and had a rich, smooth flavor without being too overly sweet. For savory items, we ordered the tocino sausage and spamganisa sandwiches w/ egg added. My boyfriend thought the spamganisa needed some sort of kick like hot sauce, but we both agreed the tocino tasted better: it had a nice balance of sweetness and savoriness. For sweets, we ordered the caramelized honey butter toast and ube champorado croissant. The honey butter toast was aesthetically yummy, but was difficult to cut into and the bread tasted slightly overcooked so it was hard to bite into. However, the ube champorado croissant had a nice crunch and ube filling inside! The service was quick, the area where the cafe is located is nice and the decoration and lighting made the cafe very aesthetically pleasing. However, they do have limited seating, but if you go around the morning on a weekday, there might not be too many people which is nice if you're not into crowds. We would recommend: Tocino sausage sandwich, Ube and Leche Flan latte & Ube champorado croissant We would definitely come back to try out the other drinks and food options!

If I lived in union, I'd become a regular, no question!…read more Stepping into Ayala, you are greeted by the friendly staff and the wafting scent of freshly brewed coffee It's clean and neat, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Seating is available, but we chose to take it to go. As for the goods, get ready to devour some of the best coffee/desserts you've ever had! I decided not be basic for once and pick something new. And I was not disappointed in the least! - The Cassava Latte "Inspired by the Filipino dessert cake, made with condensed milk and coconut. Contains dairy": Beyond amazing!! Sweet and uniquely flavored, I could go back for this guy day in and day out! It also made me want to try cassava cake because it's just so good. My friend got the ube latte which was okay, but if you want a supremely delicous latte, I'd try this guy out! - Ube Champorado Croissant: Flakey and buttery, with a generous amount of ube filling. Adult and child tested and approved!! Definitely takes your basic croissant to the next level! - Chocolate Kouign Amann: Perfect cheewy, flakey texture with just the right amount of chocolate. Not overwhelmingly sweet. This was probably my favorite of the two! If you haven't yet tried Ayala Coffee, you really should add it to your list! It's worth every penny!

Union, Nj. ...is known for certain things. you nnnneeeeeed to meet van Goghs Ear. the food…read moregreat, the entertainments always fun, the atmosphere is for every one. most on the adulty side at night, but...i know its been years for me, i love this place. people friendly, warm, inviting, family owned...every ones happy. are you still reading this?! go!!!

So nice to find a cafe that's open this late on a weekday evening- open until 9pm! It looks like…read morethey also have special jazz events on certain nights, and are open for brunch and select dinner items. Ambiance is so cozy. At night they have a few candles lit, and the art on the wall adds to the atmosphere as well. - Truffle Tater tot's (5/5): decadent, fluffy, crunchy, nicely seasoned with horseradish dip- it's great! Next time I would want to try any speciality drinks or heavier brunchier foods. Ty for reading :^)

Love, love, love this bakery! The best carrot cake cupcakes ever! My go to bakery. Their cookies…read moreare good too!

Very busy bakery! Lots of mouthwatering bakery options. I got a pop tart and a strawberry…read morecheesecake cupcake. The pop tart was super flaky and tasted like apple cinnamon. It wasn't too sweet either. I also got hot chocolate which I think was some of the best I've had. It tasted so smooth, light and rich at the same time and kinda of like chocolate marshmallows! The place can get crowded and it's small, so you end up waiting cramped inside for your drinks. As you wait though you can watch the bakers decorate the cookies which is pretty cool. Service is friendly, got our order wrong initially and had to refund and do it again. It's crowded and loud so understandable. Plenty of parking in the lots across or on the street.

I recently moved cross country to Maplewood. Early on I discovered this adorable shop that serves…read morecoffee and brunch on the weekends and has a wonderful assortment of goods for the home. They also have a wide variety of nonalcoholic spirits. I meet with other writing folks regularly on Thursday mornings. Imagine my delight when I found the perfect gift for my daughter's 36th birthday at perch. I'm a regular and in intended to stay that way.

Stumbled in here during one of the coldest days of the year, primarily just to warm up. Had no…read moreexpectations because, like I said, it was cold, they were the closest place to take shelter and I saw a coffee bar. Anyway, since then I've been back 3 more times; once for breakfast and twice for brunch. And while I'm confessing, the two times for lunch were on subsequent days. Yeah, they're that good. Actually, their chicken salad on a croissant is the best I've ever had and in my advanced years I've had a crapload of chicken salad. The have a nice sized coffee bar, decorated beautifully with some pretty delicious looking pastries. I'm on an anti-sweet phase so I'm basing my opinion on only on appearance. Then there's a seating area when you can eat, served by a friendly attentive staff and an adjacent boutique area where you can purchase housewares, clothing and other cool stuff. I'm not in Maplewood all that often, generally when I'm shopping at the equally awesome City Workshop but when I do, I always make sure to hit up Perch. You should too. 1/2 star deduction because they don't offer fake sugar, just that Stevia crap which is gross.

we had Mathew as our server and he was incredible. he constantly checked in on us and engaged in…read moregreat conversation. the food is incredible highly recommend.

While on an adventure to Millburn, NJ, we stopped in for breakfast at Willow & Whisk. Gorgeous…read moreinterior, with plenty of seating, we were able to get a table in seconds on a busy Saturday morning! The staff were incredibly friendly and were quick with recommendations on what to order. We ordered: iced s'mores latte, breakfast sandwich, lemon ricotta pancakes. Everything was delicious and came out quickly! Absolutely would stop in again soon. Indoor and outdoor seating, street or lot parking ($) available nearby!

Love the vibe, Love the service, Love the food and Love the neighborhood. My favorite thing on the…read moremenu is Huevos Rancheros. The best thing about them is that whether you are just getting a coffee to go or you have a group sitting down to a soup-to-nuts meal together you will be treated well, service with a smile and made to feel important. There are just not many places like this any more. Try it, you'll Love it.

I LOVE this place. I used to live around here and their coffee is so good! They even have flavored…read moreroasted beans as well. I always get an egg everything bagel toasted with their scallion cream cheese. LET ME TELL YOU there scallion cream cheese is one of the best scallion cream cheese's I've had!! They have a vegan, vegetarian, AND regular food options. The service is always better than average, quick, and informative. They always let you know something before trying/purchasing. They also have protein shakes as well. The ambiance is relaxed, elegant, and beautiful. There is plenty of seating inside, as well as outside. It's right in the downtown area perfect to take your coffee for a walk and explore!

Stop by here on a late Saturday morning after having to already being in the area and still…read morewanting breakfast. I was hungry so I went for the complete adult breakfast and it did not disappoint. The menus were in electronic in the ipads. Food was delicious with the exception of the potatoes that were bland. Service was good, the ambiance was relaxed and laidback

The food here is awful. Please DO NOT waste your time. I ordered a turkey club sandwich to go and…read morethe photo is what I received. The best thing on the plate was the lettuce. The turkey bacon seemed cheap and store brought (butterball maybe). The actual turkey provided was one slice that honestly looked like anything but turkey and again, probably store brought. They also had the nerve to add those mini tomato slices. The fries were under cooked. It was JUST BAD. My husband ordered the turkey blt but I didn't get a chance to take a photo before he threw it away. Lemonade was basic and the mocha latte tastes like Hershey's chocolate milk. I will not be returning and I suggest you do not waste your time or money going.

I visited Barn Bird with my grandma for lunch, and we had such a great experience! The decor is…read morevibrant, colorful, and welcoming, and the staff was incredibly attentive and friendly. Of course, I had to rate everything we ordered! Fried Chicken Sando -- 10/10 Juicy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned! And as someone who normally doesn't care for coleslaw, I have to admit... the coleslaw was GOOD! Definitely a winner. Fried Salmon Sando -- 9.5/10 The salmon had a delicious crispy crust while still maintaining that great salmon flavor. A really good combination of texture and flavor. Sweet Potato Yaji Fries -- 9.5/10 Sweet, savory, and seasoned just right. These fries definitely deserve a spot on the order! Zobo -- 10/10 Perfectly refreshing with just the right amount of sweetness. This was the perfect drink to go with lunch. My only critique: I wish the fries and sandwiches had been brought out at the same time. We received the fries first and had to wait for the sandwiches, so it would've been nice to enjoy everything together while it was fresh and hot. Overall, Barn Bird gets a big thumbs up from me! Great food, great atmosphere, and great service. And getting to enjoy it with my grandma made the experience even better. Would I go back? Absolutely!

GEM IN MAPLEWOOD! BEST CHICKEN & WAFFLES I EVER HAD! The waffle was cake like and to die for! I…read moreordered my chicken mild spicy, but it was spicier than I anticipated. It had an excellent flavor, and the breading tasted amazing! The breading was crispy and the chicken was thick and juicy! It was juicy all the way throughout the chicken tender! My husband ordered the fried chicken sando, and he loved it! The sandwich was huge as well! The fries he ordered with it was perfectly seasoned. We both left happy and with full bellies. Barn Bird chicken is a must visit and definitely worth the drive to go! It's a small place with a few tables to sit and eat. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND BARN BIRD KITCHEN IN MAPLEWOOD!