Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Edison

"Dominique Ansel Bakery has long been known for its incredible bakes, but in our opinion, its cookies are next level and deserve their spot on this list of the best cookies in NYC. Unlike some of the other places on our list, Dominique Ansel Bakery lets you have cookies and milk. If you think it’s as simple as pouring yourself a glass of milk to have with some of the best cookies in NYC, you’d be wrong."

"We’ve tried their Cronut (one of the most popular NYC dessert trends), DKA, and cookies shots, but weren’t impressed with any of them. All their desserts were more gimmicky than tasty, but they did create the original Cronut which makes food history. I wouldn’t go out of the way to visit, but if you’re in Soho, drop in and let us know what you think of all the creations by the pastry chef here."

"Visit Dominique Ansel Kitchen for fun summer ice creams and Dominique Ansel Bakery for the famous smores ice cream!. Dominique Ansel Bakery"

"Founded by Michelin-starred chef Armand Arnal, Maman specializes in high-quality French cuisine at a bakery level price point. The cookies are made with sea salt, French chocolate, macadamias, almonds, and walnuts for a sweet and gooey treat you won't want to miss. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the aesthetics of this cute open air cafe."

"Stepping into this charming NYC bakery transports me to France and the Francophile in me rejoices every single time. Every detail, from the darling plates to the delectable baked goods make for a memorable experience. I’ve had a plethora of baked goods from Maman and have yet to be disappointed by a single item."

"Maman is an idyllic Fench Cafe and bakery serving breakfast with eight locations around NYC. Tribeca has the most spacious location with plenty of seating. Enjoy soup, salads, and sandwiches along with other brunch and breakfast favorites in a gorgeous heated outdoor setting."

"Although Morgenstern’s is still mourning the loss of its beloved coconut ash flavor, the ice-cream parlor is still dolling out a host of reinvented classics and plenty of exotic flavors. The menu doesn’t just boast a humble vanilla; instead, there’s Madagascar vanilla, bourbon vanilla, burnt honey vanilla, and rose vanilla, plus flavors like salt and pepper pine nut, burnt sage, and crême brulée, crowned with sugar and torched just like the namesake dessert. For an extra few cents, add one of the house-made toppings to the perfectly round scoops (think sesame caramel and wonderfully dense fudge)."

"If you’re looking for something that truly stands out when it comes to ice cream, make sure to visit Morgenstern’s ice cream parlor for flavor profiles with classic toppings that you won’t forget. Some of their inventive flavors include burnt honey vanilla, black coconut ash, blueberry milk chocolate, and the list goes on. The ice cream is fantastic and can stand on its own, but if you’re up for something with a twist try the salted caramel pretzel combination or one of their famous king kong banana splits!"

"This Lower East Side shop has brought the traditional ice cream parlor into the 21st century. A classically trained pastry chef and successful restaurateur, Nick Morgenstern highlights variations on individual flavors. Though simple Madagascar vanilla is available, the flavor appears elsewhere on the menu paired with bourbon, burnt honey, apple brandy, angel food or peppermint."

"So, the Butcher’s Daughter might not seem to fancy, but this cafe and lunch spot is easily one of the best restaurants in New York to visit whilst in the West Village or Williamsburg. Prices might be a little more than some other spots for casual lunch in New York but it’s well worth it. Their angel hair carbonara and burrata and pears is so good on a sunny day."

"This "vegetable-slaughterhouse" serves up fresh plant-based breakfast, lunch, and dinner at their two locations. The menu is fully vegetarian, with most of it being vegan and gluten-free as well. They're commitment is to transform fruit and vegetables into something special and focus on featuring local, seasonal produce."

"Leave it to a butcher’s offspring to swear off meat, but at least she’s doing it right. This vegetarian restaurant has a slew of vegan options, raging from an adzuki bacon BLT to pad Thai to healthy-ish cocktails mixed with cold pressed juice."

"For a morning–or a morning after–when romance can’t wait until dinnertime, try the daily prix fixe brunch at this rustic-chic Greenpoint spot: $29 for an entree (including coconut and lime french toast, Amish fried chicken and pancakes, or baked brie in puff pastry with fennel salad) and unlimited mimosas."

"American / Italian fare is served up at this intimate “we are in a library right now and loving it” type restaurant in Greenpoint. The rustic space also has live music and a back garden. Consider splitting the apple pie for dessert, you’ll be happy you did."

"Milk and Roses is another restaurant that we classify as one of the more affordable romantic restaurants in NYC. Compared to other restaurants on this list, meals are inexpensive here. Milk and Roses show that romantic does not always need to be fancy."

"Cafe Madeline in Flatbush is a small and unpretentious cafe that serves up a wonderful Chocolate Hazelnut Latte. Their biscuits and brunch menu is also really delicious and overall pretty healthy. I’m also a fan of grabbing one or two of their health shots to-go."

"Ordered an ice coffee with almond milk and chocolate syrup but it doesn’t taste like there’s much of either in there."

"If you’re vegan and looking for a place in the Chinatown area where you can order absolutely anything on the menu (the dumplings, spring rolls, and vegetarian duck are all good) and you don’t want to pay more than around $15, this kosher Chinese spot is a great place to consider. Sorry—looks like you screwed up that email address. Do you have friends and family who also eat food?"

"Buddha Bodai is a kosher all-vegetarian restaurant with a very extensive Chinese menu including dim sum, noodles, rice, soups, and more. ESSENTIAL INFO Address // 5 Mott St. New York NY, 10013 Hours // Mon-Fri (11am-930pm) – Sat-Sun (10am-930pm) Website// www.buddha-bodai.com"

"Chinese , Vegetarian ,  Dim Sum"

"Price: $18.99 for AYCE hot pot; $25.99 for AYCE buffet; $30.99 for both This LES gem offers an endless stream of Chinese food that you only wish Seamless would deliver. Choose between the endless hot pot (which has the option of six different broths and 46 ingredients to add in) or the hot buffet (which is loaded with chicken, beef, pork, seafood, and vegetable dishes) to indulge any Chinese-food cravings. And if you’re eating on your birthday, the buffet is free!"

"Blossom is NYC’s top vegan destination, but the reality is that even if you are not a vegan you’ll love their food, which is why it’s made the best restaurants in NYC by customer reviews list. Last time I went here, I couldn’t believe that what I was eating was not meat; it was that flavorful. They do an incredible job using the freshest ingredients in a creative and delicious way; so much so that you won’t think you’re eating vegan at all!"

"Blossom has has three locations in the city, all serving amazingly delicious vegan cuisine. There's Blossom Restaurant and two Cafe Blossoms (at 466 Columbus Ave & the other at 41 Carmine St.). Blossom Restaurant is another one of those vegan spots in New York that both vegans and omnivores equally totally love."

"With two locations in Manhattan, Blossom offers fantastic brunch, lunch, and dinner menus. Make sure to try the Crispy Artichokes, the Country Breakfast, and the Cashew Cream Ravioli. 72 University Pl, Manhattan 507 Columbus Avenue, Manhattan"

"New York Comedy Club comes among the topmost Brooklyn Comedy Clubs. Since 1989, this Brooklyn comedy club in NYC has been serving the best comic shows. With their usual brick wall background and neon lights, it’s one of the most chill and exciting places to try new material in comedy."