The best cafes in Middlesex County

12 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Quick Stop Deli

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Deli dishing up breakfast, sandwiches, salads, and smoothies for quick bites.

814 Amboy Ave (Perth Amboy)

“Deli dishing up breakfast, sandwiches, salads, and smoothies for quick bites.”

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Dunkin'

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Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

2170 US-130 (North Brunswick Township)

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

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Paris Baguette

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Parisian-style bakery renowned for its flaky baked goods and rich coffees.

754 Shoppes Blvd (North Brunswick Township)

“Parisian-style bakery renowned for its flaky baked goods and rich coffees.”

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Dunkin'

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Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

116 Ryders Ln (Milltown)

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

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Dunkin'

Cafes

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

973 US-9 (South Amboy)

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

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Dunkin'

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Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

23 N Main St (Milltown)

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

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Dunkin'

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Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

114 Maple Ave (South Plainfield)

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

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Panera Bread

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Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

755 NJ-18 Unit 554A (East Brunswick)

“Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.”

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Dunkin'

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Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

75 Main St (South River)

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

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Panera Bread

Cafes

Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

1064 US-9 Ste A (Parlin)

“Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.”

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Prep Coffee

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Simple coffee shop serving espresso drinks and breakfast and lunch fare.

3996 County Rd 516 (Matawan)

“Simple coffee shop serving espresso drinks and breakfast and lunch fare.”

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LeGrand Coffee House

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All-inclusive coffeehouse offering signature roasts, plus pastries, and other treats in a relaxed setting.

10 Green St Apt 5 (Woodbridge)

“All-inclusive coffeehouse offering signature roasts, plus pastries, and other treats in a relaxed setting.”

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