Iconic Coffee
157 Main Street, Hackensack | Bergen County (Gateway Region)
Watch master baristas work their magic crafting ethically-sourced coffee in a variety of brewing methods. Specialty drinks include a Vanilla Caramel Macchiato and Iconic Pour Over – where a fresh-roasted single-origin coffee is manually brewed for the highest-quality profile.
Café 28 Passaic Park
249 Main Avenue, Passaic | Passaic County (Gateway Region)
The menu is decidedly international here. So go ahead and pair your favorite Italian specialty coffee with a Pan con Mantequila, Cubano Italiano or French Butter Croissant, baked fresh daily in-house.
Hybrid Coffee + Kitchen
398 Manila Avenue, Jersey City | Hudson County (Gateway Region)
If only an espresso can give you the high-octane rush you need, you have plenty to choose from – including Flat White, French Toast Latte (with real maple syrup and cinnamon), Cortado or Oatado (made with steamed oat milk).
Orange Sky Coffee Roasters
6 Main Street, West Orange | Essex County (Gateway Region)
Whether you like your lattes iced or hot, you’ve found your spot. Warm your soul with a hot Mocha, Caramel, Smores, French Toast or Tart Cherry latte. Or grab some refreshment with an iced latte in any of the same flavors – plus Hazelnut.
Alonso’s Cafe
348 North Avenue, Garwood | Union County (Gateway Region)
Although this coffee shop just opened in 2023, it’s already won over the hearts, minds and tastebuds of locals. A scroll through their Facebook page – with photos of their unique housemade blueberry syrup, coconut cream cold brew and brown sugar latte – gives us all the motivation we need.
Ethan & The Bean
70 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown | Morris County (Skylands Region)
If you want a cup of great-tasting coffee and feel-good vibes, come on in! Ethan & The Bean opened its doors to increase the employment rate for persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. So grab a cappuccino with your choice of homemade vegan or sugar-free flavor add-ons where “hope is always brewing!”
KAR’s Coffee
904 County Route 521, Stillwater | Sussex County (Skylands Region)
The beans may come from all around the globe, but they’re roasted with care right here for a superior cup of coffee. Step right into what used to be the old Robbins General Store and find a stool at the counter to enjoy handcrafted java by the cup. You can also bring home a bag of your favorite to brew in your own kitchen.
Salvaged Sip Cafe
39 South Main Street, Phillipsburg | Warren County (Skylands Region)
Another new addition to New Jersey’s coffee culture, locally-owned Salvaged Sip Cafe prides itself on creating a welcoming environment for all – no surprise given the owners’ backgrounds in hospitality. You’ll find all of your favorite coffee drinks here as well as a menu of specialties made with locally-sourced ingredients. Watch the shop’s Instagram for events too!
Black River Roasters
424 US-22 W, Whitehouse Station | Hunterdon County (Central Jersey Region)
Certified Organic, Fair Trade and Rainforest Alliance beans make their way to Whitehouse Station for fresh roasting before being poured into your mug. Swing into the cafe for a Nitro Slow Pour or Growler of Cold Brew. While here, you can purchase a one-of-a-kind burlap tote made by a local designer from the actual bags Black River Roasters’ beans are shipped in.
it’s a hidden cafe
430 Route 206, Hillsborough | Somerset County (Central Jersey Region)
Who knew that inside this nondescript building is a cute and charming space where Somerset County’s best coffee is brewed? For something different, give the Turmeric Latte a try. Traveling with a tea drinker? This quaint little shop also steeps a selection of herbal and black teas. Pinkies up!
One Up One Down Coffee Roastery & Caffee
748 Cass Street, Trenton | Mercer County (Central Jersey Region)
This family-owned coffee roastery and caffe has one simple mission: “roast consciously-sourced specialty coffee for a well-balanced cup and present it in an unpretentious, down-to-earth setting.” Sounds good! So sip a Sparkling Spro (double shot of espresso added to tonic water over ice with a fresh citrus garnish) and pair it with your choice of Factory Girl Bakery goodies also offered on-site.
Mind The Gap Coffee
365 Spotswood Englishtown Road, Monroe Township | Middlesex County (Central Jersey Region)
Brits may be known the world over for their tea, but the owner of Mind The Gap Coffee was inspired to open her shop in honor of times spent with her English grandmother, indulging in a cup of cappuccino and a baked treat. You can do the same here – getting your caffeine fix, satisfying your sweet tooth and making memories.
Ocean Brew Coffee
2024 New Bedford Road, Spring Lake | Monmouth County (Shore Region)
Established by a third-generation entrepreneur, Ocean Brew Coffee is a charming shop at the shore that treats everyone like family. Tuck into the OBC Signature House Blend or the OBC Wake Up! (the house blend with an added shot of espresso) and get your foam flavored any way you please – there are no rules.
Port Coffee Roasters
519 Main Avenue, Bay Head | Ocean County (Shore Region)
This shop is all about roasting craft coffee – including a rotating selection of single-origin beans and blends – in small batches for BIG flavor. Come in. Sit down. And linger over a cup of French Press coffee or sip an Iced Salty Dog (iced latte with caramel and sea salt) or coconutty Cocolicious Cold Brew.
Bean & Blend Cafe
1529 US-206, Tabernacle | Burlington County (Delaware River Region)
*Chef’s kiss* Bean & Blend Cafe is known for its Italian specialties, irresistible desserts, acai bowls, smoothies and, of course, their coffee – including seasonal lattes. Pull up a chair in the space reviewers have described as cute and sip and nibble to your heart’s content.
Royal Mile Coffee Roasters
905 White Horse Pike, Haddon Township | Camden County (Delaware River Region)
What began as a passion project – and the owner has the burn marks to prove it – has become a local sensation for coffee lovers everywhere. If you prefer your java fresh roasted and your coffee shop welcoming and cozy, you’ve found your new place in Camden County.
The Brewed Awakening Cafe
44 South Broadway, Pitman | Gloucester County (Delaware River Region)
While the owners of The Brewed Awakening Cafe had lived in Pitman for over 20 years, they only opened the doors to their shop in 2023. They now proudly serve their neighbors and visitors drip coffee, iced coffee, cold brew, lattes and more in an atmosphere that invites you to sit down and connect.
Coffee Lovers Cafe
16 North Virginia Avenue, Penns Grove | Salem County (Delaware River Region)
On their Facebook page, Coffee Lovers Cafe boldly claims to have the “Best espresso drinks on this side of NJ. Don’t believe us, come try. We dare you.” Of course, hitting this highly-rated shop isn’t exactly daring. Come for the coveted coffee, stay for the decadent pastries.
Hayday Coffee
155 South New York Avenue, Atlantic City | Atlantic County (Greater Atlantic City Region)
Coffee makes people happy. So, it makes sense that the folks at Hayday are in this business to make sure people leave happier than when they arrived in the shop. Going for their Golden Hour signature drink or saying ooh-la-la to their French Toast Latte will go a long way to lifting your spirits.
Bridgeton Café
2 Cassidy Court, Bridgeton | Cumberland County (Southern Shore Region)
For those awaking bright and early to hit The Greater Bridgeton Amish Farm Market can get their morning jolt at the resident Bridgeton Cafe. Order up a hot coffee, specialty latte, frappe or iced drink. And, for goodness sake, be sure to treat yourself to the pure joy of a donut too – they’re baked fresh on-site!
Out There Coffee
315 Ocean Street, Washington Commons, Cape May | Cape May County (Southern Shore Region)
You can’t help but be stirred by the back story of this place about a couple that ditched their careers to get Out There and chase big dreams. A cross-country, revelatory trip led them to their big dream of opening a takeout coffee shop together. Boasting a menu of all your java favorites, you’re invited to come in, place your order and get Out There to realize your own dreams.
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