What a pleasant experience here…read more I was staying with a cousin and she told me to stop by to support small businesses, and I'm glad we did. We just wanted to sit and people watch for a few mins, order a hot latte and yap. Very cute cafe! The owner was very welcoming and kind. He wanted to make sure we were satisfied. I wish him nothing but the best! :)

Decent coffee place, I had the salted Carmel cold brew and enjoyed it along with their baked item…read morethat's similar to a scone (I forgot the name of it) but it had a thin layer cream cheese inside. It reminded me of a cross between a biscuit and scone. I'll be back again. Service was quick and to the point. Ambience was laid back, lots of seating inside to relax and enjoy your coffee and baked goods they offer. Parking is street only.

love this coffee shop…read more coffee- some of the best coffee I have found in jersey city ! it's a small place with one person or two people max working at a time so this is not the place to go if you're in a rush but staff is kind and chill this is also not a place to sit down and do work there is no space inside at all for lounging but there are a few outdoor tables! This is a space to either pick up and walk to the park or to sit at the tables outside but not a work from home kind of space

Ordered: Iced Latte with Lavender (~$6)…read more Aya's take: If you're looking for a proper coffee in the area, Modcup is a solid choice with a few locations around Jersey City & Hoboken. My Iced Latte with Lavender was well-made. It was a good mix of creamy, sweet, and floral along with the caffeine kick I needed to start my day. The barista was super friendly and knew what he was doing. However, the person who took our orders was a bit unfriendly/cold which didn't help considering it was our first time there and we had questions. There isn't any seating at this location but there is a park across the street to enjoy your coffee while taking a stroll!

This place has gone through a few iterations over the two years I lived next to it. My Italian…read morecontractor used to rave about their espresso. However, in past versions, it felt like an insulated group of regulars, and I was hesitant to go in. However, with this latest re-branding, they are a warm and inviting place (I'm sure they were before too, I just didn't know!). The espresso is still great, and the pastries are wonderful. In particular, their empanadas are the absolute best in the Heights, and they experiment a little with them. This morning I had my usual Bacon & Egg, and also tried their new Prosciutto and Mozzarella, both were fantastic. Also a fan of their Beef & Sweet Plantain one. Grabbing quick breakfast now on my way to work has become part of my daily routine here and I can't believe I lived next to this place for so long and missed out! A great locally owned business that everyone should support!

Best empanadas in the Heights. Great prices and friendly staff. Indoor decor has changed from what…read moreis posted here

I stopped by Dulce De Leche for brunch and OMG amazing!!!…read moreWhen u walk into this bakery u smell all of the baked goods in the air! This place is so cute and bright! The display of cakes and treats invite you in!!! They have a nice menu of breakfast and lunch items and the prices are soooo reasonable considering you are getting homemade items made with good ingredients!! I had the chicken BLT which comes on chabatta bread! It was amazing!! Fresh bread, perfectly cooked grilled chicken!! It came with a side of fries which were very tasty too!!!!!! They also have fresh smoothies which i should have gotten....next time for sure!!? I had to grab a few pastries to go! I got the guava and cheese and a few others. They were delicious!!! Best pastries ive had in a very long time!!! This place is my new fav!!! I see why its so popular and spoken so highly of in the city!!! I def want a cake from them for my bday!! Street parking only but try to find parking on a side street to avoid meter parking!!!! I highly recommend grabbing a meal or beverage/sweet from here!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dulce de Leche is one of the most popular businesses in the heights. They are always busy no matter…read morewhen you come. They have a full lineup of pastries, custom cakes, birthday cakes, sandwiches, including hot sandwiches with French fries. There's a refrigerated area with fluffy white bread ham and cheese sandwiches sliced in perfect triangles... these are one of the most popular menu items in the bakery. I always see everyone buying them! I finally tried, and they're as good as they look. They also have a full lineup of coffee and fresh squeezed juice to order. We're lucky to have Dulce de Leche in the neighborhood!

I needed a place to get some work done for a few hours and this was the spot. It was run by one…read moreperson, presumably the owner, and she is very kind. She makes the drinks, food and bussed the tables. There was plenty of space for everyone to read, catch up, or just hang out . The decor is very charming and cozy. I've had a chance to do some WFH here a few times and it has fast become one of my favorite coffee shops in the area. I can't wait to bring my loved ones here.

Dropped by this local coffee spot on a cold weekend, and it instantly felt like stepping into a…read morewarm hug. The place is cozy, artsy, and so relaxing I ended up sitting there way longer than planned. Tried their cappuccino (served in those charming traditional mugs) along with a cream cheese bagel and avocado toast -- all really good! Loved seeing people sipping coffee, working on laptops, and even playing board games. Quick service, great vibe, and the kind of spot that makes you want to support local -- one cappuccino at a time.

I'm always on the lookout for new coffee spots in the neighborhood! I read reviews about the…read moreambiance and handcrafted drinks and was really excited to drop by. I tried the banana brulee latte and the salted brown sugar shaken espresso (both are made with homemade syrups). The banana brûlée was tasty and well balanced! The salted brown sugar tasted like a normal latte. I visited on a Saturday morning, and it was indeed busy - but the service was great, and the baristas were kind. I love that they sell vintage clothing, too. FYI: they use coffee beans from Modcup, which is a local coffee spot from Jersey City, too!

The biscoff latte is amazing! Best coffee I've had in a long time, will definitely be coming back.read more

We had Cocoa Bakery on our food crawl today because I wanted something sweet after a few savory…read morebites up the road -- and I'm so glad we stopped in. Not only were the desserts delicious (highly recommend the cake truffles) and beautiful (the cupcakes were both gorgeous and tasty), but the shop itself was absolutely adorable. What impressed me most, though, was how accommodating and welcoming they were. They greeted our group of 19 with open arms, invited us all inside, brought out plates and napkins, gave the kids toys to play with, and even treated the moms to free cupcakes for Mother's Day. Such a thoughtful touch. Truly wonderful service and a great experience all around. We'll definitely be back!

We visited Cocoa on our last day in New York, and I'm honestly glad we waited -- if we'd found it…read moresooner, we might not have tried anywhere else! This place has everything. From a wide variety of baked goods (including vegan and gluten-free options -- which more places should offer!) to seriously good iced coffee, it checked all the boxes. I got a cinnamon roll bread that I'm still thinking about. Whether you're looking for a great cup of coffee or something sweet to hit the spot, Cocoa is definitely worth a visit. A perfect little place to support.

My wife and I have walked by this place numerous times and always thought we should come here…read moresometime. We finally went on a Wednesday afternoon and we regret not coming earlier! A very cozy cafe and the food is made to order. We just came for an iced coffee but we ended up also ordering a beef empanada, a vegetable empanada , and a banana strawberry smoothie. Everything we ordered was great, but in particular we were surprised by how good the vegetable empanada was! Very freshly fried, and the vegetables were also fresh and not the prepackaged kind like at other places that sell empanadas. It's seems to be a husband and wife operation, and since they make everything to order, you might need to wait a bit for your food, but it would be totally worth it! We forgot to take pics until midway through so apologies for bad pics. EDIT: forgot to mention this place is incredibly affordable as well!

When we step into the cafe for the first time, we felt warmth and sincerity from the owners. It's…read morenice to have a place in the neighborhood to just come out of the house and sit down for some food and a coffee or juice. It's also a good place to watch the World Cup games or do some work.

Absolutely fantastic sushi restaurant! The fish was incredibly fresh, the rolls were beautifully…read moreprepared, and every dish was full of flavor. I gave to say the staff were friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. The restaurant was clean, comfortable, and had a great atmosphere. I loved it here and highly recommend this place to anyone who loves sushi and Japanese cuisine. I will definitely be coming back!" I rate it an A++ So happy to have them in the neighborhood

Ordered:Any Three Roll Lunch Special (~$17): salmon avocado, spicy tuna, yellowtail scallion; with…read moresaladAya's take: It's been about a year since I last tried Sushi Makoto and I was hoping the quality this time around would be better - I'm glad to say it was! I got the Any Three Roll Lunch Special with my usual go-to rolls of salmon avocado, spicy tuna, yellowtail scallion. The pieces of fish were chunky, fresh, and clean, the rice ratio was decent, and the rolls had really good flavor. My order came with salad and while it was fine, I would have appreciated the option for a miso soup instead. For less than $20, this is a great deal and it was super satisfying this time around!

Great service. Great Coffee. Great Pastries. I come in every day and I am never disappointed!read more

Ordered: Honey Lavender Latte (~$6)…read more Aya's take: We were looking for an afternoon pick me up and found ourselves at Bleu Coffee. Please note, the pictures on Yelp are of their 2nd Street location. This one on Beacon Way was particularly difficult to find since Maps didn't navigate us to the front and this is actually in The Beacon apartment complex. We had to ask someone walking by to open the gate door for us, otherwise there's no way to get in. The Beacon Way location is very small; they occupy a small corner of the lobby. The Honey Lavender Latte was decent. There was a lot of lavender flavor which I appreciated, added sweetness from the honey, and boldness from the espresso. Not the best I've had but it did the job. Decent try but I would love to check out their 2nd Street location since it seems more spacious and proper.