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Boxwood Coffee
17 Beechwood Rd, Summit, NJ 07901, United States
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Ch
Review №1

Dirty location... And bad coffees... Pumpkin spiced latte all foam, not very tasty or sweet at all. Barely even warm, not hot at all. Very disappointing for 7 dollars. Should have gone to Starbucks. Service was OK... Originally asked for a pourover coffee in large they refused said they can only do small. So I settled for the latte... So mediocre. All the tables were covered in crumbs and the floor was also dirty. The door and windows were filthy... I do not recommend coming here. Go elsewhere. See my pics.

Ra
Review №2

High quality pour-over brews and cappuccino. Very tasty donuts. Nice location and ambience/setup. Parking can be a challenge at times. Wish they also had some savories such as ham-cheese and spinach-cheese croissants etc. Reasonably friendly staff also.

ol
Review №3

Good latte and spacious interior. Nice to chat or get some work done

Ka
Review №4

Great iced latte with almond milk, nice decor. I will be back! also prices are pretty good 👍

Le
Review №5

Boxwood Coffee is a really beautiful coffee shop with delicious pastries and a nice amount of variety on the coffee menu. It’s probably the best coffee shop in Summit currently. However, the quality of their espresso-based drinks does sometimes vary. I’ve gotten certain drinks, like the honey cinnamon latte, on several occasions. Sometimes, it’s smooth and incredible. Other times, there’s a very strong bitterness. I never add sugar and always get the same milk, so I suspect it’s a bit of inconsistency in the preparation of the espresso.Nevertheless, this is still a solid coffee shop. Their specialty drinks like the matcha cardamom latte are a real treat. I’ve tried their cookies and their carrot cake whoopie pie, which were both amazing.

Ra
Review №6

Awesome place. Very well located. I wishes they would have some light sandwiches and other snacks also.

da
Review №7

Very good coffee. The pumpkin spiced latte was elite. Perfect amount of pumpkin and not too sweet. Not sure what the last guy ‘christopher’ is talking about. Yea go to starbucks if you want a 100gram sugar pumpkin spiced latte- you must have the taste of a 12 year old.

Sa
Review №8

Recently moved to the area and started coming here. Staff is always friendly, helpful with drink recommendations, and efficient. I’m a big tea drinker and their selection never disappoints - definitely recommend the apple cider rooibos for fall and shoutout to the staff working on 10/13/21 🤍

Da
Review №9

Really impressive coffe espresso baked goods and service. First time here, Ill definitely be back.

Si
Review №10

Best coffee and cafe in this part of NJ. The Summit location has very elegant decor, friendly and efficient service. There is lots of seating in the spacious and airy dining room. The coffee is among the very best Ive ever had. This is a must visit in Summit.

Ro
Review №11

My granddaughter took me there. It was her Mothers Day gift to me. The coffee was great and the place has a warm feeling. Liked it a lot!

Am
Review №12

Cozy, beautiful place! Coffee taste great. We had mocha and honey cinnamon Latte with Raspberry bar which tasted delicious 😋 They have Pour over specialty coffee as well ♡

Me
Review №13

The snacks options were very limited but the coffee was great! We had a flat white and a hot chocolate. I absolutely loved the hot chocolate! The drinks were actually hot for a change. The hot chocolate was not sickeningly sweet and tasted pretty good! Would like to come here again.

Ju
Review №14

Great London Fog, please bring it to Westfield location.

Sa
Review №15

Delicious coffee and a great place to sit and work when you can snag a table

Lj
Review №16

Had a really great oatmilk cappuccino here, while passing through town.Its a def 8 on a scale of 1 - 10. 😊Ive been to hundreds of different coffee cafes over the last few years, including many in Manhattan and Brooklyn NY, so I have plenty of shops to compare to.They also have HU chocolate 🍫, which is one of the best vegan chocolates around.Happy that I found a great cup of Java today.🥳

Ch
Review №17

Each cup is so beautifully crafted and it is always such a joy whether you are having a latte, mocha, or any of their specialty cups, Boxwood truly cares about the quality of each cup of coffee. Stop by any one of their coffee shops in Summit or Westfield.

Mi
Review №18

Very pleased with my oat milk cappuccino and the blueberry bar was absolutely delish. The baristas were super friendly and I felt so welcome here! The whole shop was very clean and had a good atmosphere - which is a lot to say for a coffee shop during covid!I’ve been participating in Boxwood’s virtual monthly quiz for the last 6 months so I was happy to come in and get to see the place where it usually happens live. Hopefully we will gather here again soon.

MJ
Review №19

Very cute! The tea is served super nice and a great place to relax and work

An
Review №20

Great espresso, in a clean, well lit space.

Da
Review №21

Good coffee. Will stop by when Im back in the area. Good service.

Bl
Review №22

The atmosphere here is very warm and inviting. It is always packed. I feel very comfortable here to do work, and the coffee is really good quality. Highly recommended!!!

Ol
Review №23

Cozy place. They make great cappuccino and espresso. Very poor selection of cookies though.

Ro
Review №24

Very nice people and nothing wrong with the food or drinks. But astronomical pricing, bring lots of money!

Do
Review №25

Nice indoor space.

Sh
Review №26

The barista was very knowledgeable about the coffee, he explained every detail. He even helped out when I bought packs of coffee to bring home. The staff members were all friendly and accommodating. While waiting for my coffee, I enjoyed looking at their award plaques, which reminded me of my barista years a long time ago. I so love it! Its worth the money! Much appreciated!!

Da
Review №27

Great coffee! Staff was friendly and helpful; menu is laid out nice & simply. Awesome snacks as well!

Li
Review №28

Perfect local coffee shop verizon in summit recommended me to stop by and it was a great experience

Ma
Review №29

Delicious food and Amazing coffee! Definitely will be visiting it again. Food is all homemade

Da
Review №30

Quaint place with great coffee. Worth stopping in if youre nearby.

Ni
Review №31

Good fresh coffee

Ro
Review №32

Good coffee, better espresso. Definitely the better coffee shop in Summit. Always serving good coffee.SLOWEST SERVICE ON THE PLANET. This is a commuter town...you would think they would be fast paced in the morning but not even close. That’s probably why there is a line out the door at Starbucks and not here on the regular.I do recommend this place over anywhere else in town...if you have time. Not a place to go if you’re in a rush.

w
Review №33

Very good coffee with nice vibe.

Ha
Review №34

Friendly atmosphere and delicious coffee. I will definitely come back here :)

Si
Review №35

Great coffee! Highly recommend this to everyone.

M
Review №36

Super cute coffee spot, very hipster chic. The coffee/tea is delicious and they have a fairly nice selection of bakery items (recommend the scones). It does get pretty crowded sometimes, and they dont always handle too many people that well.

Pa
Review №37

I couldnt believe,they charge extra$$ for decaff extra for non regular milk,++++ just for a cup of joe.

Al
Review №38

The coffee that I had was amazing, staff is friendly and eager to help. Best Nitro Brewed coffee Ive had hands down.

Kr
Review №39

One of my favorite coffee shops to get my cup of Joe :). Brings me back to Europe ❤

Mi
Review №40

Great place to get coffee and a treat. The mocha coffee was awesome. The macrons were perfect (according to my daughters)

Am
Review №41

Boxwood Coffee is so cute. It is the perfect place to grab a quick coffee and snack! They are clean, have many options of coffee. They very comfortable areas to sit and would definitely recommend.

Ti
Review №42

I love the vibe and their coffee! Their biscuit sandwich is really good as well. This place is my go-to place when I am in town!

Ma
Review №43

A neat and different coffee shop, well-lit with nice music, a spacious main area with lots of small tables, courteous staff, and the most distinctive and enjoyable espresso Ive had in a long time, even in decaf. Enjoy!

Sa
Review №44

My wife really enjoyed their in-house pumpkin spice latte and I had a delicious espresso to go. Their baked goods looked tasty (but we did not partake)

li
Review №45

I love going here and sitting in their super comfy seats with a great coffee! The atmosphere and the people are always amazing!

Da
Review №46

Love this place. I always walk past that other coffee shop on my way to Boxwood and wonder if the people inside know what they are missing.

Cr
Review №47

Cookie was great and the place too. Great decoration. But coffee not so good

St
Review №48

Great selection and manageable noise level. Fun spot to get some work done or meet with friends.

My
Review №49

Great coffee and cool service. I love tue assortment of teas and quality of the drinks were superb. Definitely strong coffee but worth the price.

Ve
Review №50

Helpful hints :1. Cozy atmosphere2. Great Coffee3. A little expensiveBut worth going for a date or just to chill.

Ia
Review №51

I love boxwood! A large el Jefe is my tradition when coming to summit for meetings. Skip the mega store across the street and get coffee that TASTES GOOD!!

sh
Review №52

Smallest cup of coffee Ive seen and it was cold. Im not going back.

Me
Review №53

Nice coffee just what we wanted.. but the lady was in such a rush to close the place 20 minutes before that she didnt serve us in cups.. and 20 minutes, we knew they close at 7 but guess what she brock 2 cups while working.. oh well ..

An
Review №54

Fantastic coffee! Whether you are a fan of drip, espresso, nitro, or cold brew. Its all good here. The espresso is smooth and not acidic. The baristas know what theyre doing! The food is always spot on delicious. And they roast their beans up the road in Westfield.Overall, awesome place. They have evening events, too!

Ma
Review №55

Great Nifty little coffee shop that doesnt just deliver on the feel inside but also delivers on the product. With fantastic employees behind the counter that really make the overall experience great. I would like to see more locations of this shop as I feel it would do very well and people that really like a good coffee product would benefit from it.

St
Review №56

This coffee shop in Summit is really nice, they have great tasting coffee and the atmosphere is very relaxing. Their selection of pastries is a little lackluster and could be boosted. I would still recommend going

Er
Review №57

This place is so nice. Great coffee, delicious pastries (the cranberry scones are my favorite), and cool decor. They seem to host events like trivia and barista throw downs, although I haven’t been to these before. They also sell some coffee equipment (aeropress, burr grinders, etc) if you need to stock up.

Ch
Review №58

Best local coffee shop in downtown Summit. Great spot for getting a warm drink before jumping on the train. Good ambiance for people that like to work in public places. Tasty specialty drinks and biscuit sandwiches.

Ji
Review №59

I like an affordable good cup of coffee (its on par with prices from Starbucks if your in that crowd but better taste), I got the special drip kind from the colander and it really didnt taste any different from if you where to french press it. Its kind of a gimmick (they sell a bunch of them to where I had to make a joke about how much the made in Japan one cost), but I do have to say there beans are really good! Coffee had a nut taste with no harsh bite. I like most of my coffee light roast for the caffeine and this was really good.

PW
Review №60

Meh... They dont have cups for large sizes, so you are forced to have your drink in a disposable cup. Seats are uncomfortable. Some students hogging the tables. Didnt get a warm cozy feel that would make the evening cup enjoyable or a nice cafe experience.

Vi
Review №61

Nice cozy place for locals to socialize, easy to find parking around.Coffee is way below average, besides the froth you would taste flat milk boiled at high temperature, Late for $4.50 is at higher price point for that location.Strickly NO NO for coffee lovers.

Be
Review №62

Tasty coffee whether it is a cold brew through to an espresso and everything in between. Plus a good vibe to the place. Would be even better with some more food options.

Pa
Review №63

Delicious small batch roasted coffee. Varies by season. Wonderful pour overs.Would love more food options.

Iv
Review №64

Well-crafted coffee, espresso and tea-based drinks, with a good selection of pastries! They use Intelligentsia coffee most often, which tends to be less dark roasted (even their dark roasts) than Starbucks, so if youre looking for a less burnt/charred/roasted flavor, this is the place to go. The beans pair especially well with their mocha.

Cl
Review №65

Its a great space for meeting friends, doing work, or just chilling. The staff is very nice and helpful, when you order. However, I was disappointed with the food. Granted, I picked the blueberry bar not knowing it was gluten free. But it was too rich, hard and bland. I decided to save it for home where I could heat it and maybe make it better. Instead I purchased a small apple muffin. Another overly fatty, zero apples, no flavor, mass produced and overpriced item that I threw in the garbage after 2 bites. Upon standing from my seat the very nice staff person offered to take it and thanked me for clearing it myself because so many people just leave the dishes. It totally went over her head that I was dissatisfied after spending my money 2x. Even after I said I didnt like it. Does she honestly think throwing barely eaten food away is normal? By the way, the large Americano with room for milk, was too weak! Come on folks! If youre going to be overpriced, at least be the best!

Br
Review №66

Best coffee, teas, staff and environment! Classy owners and brilliant staff. Love to come to an office away from home feeling and making cool connections. Great quiz nights and super authenticity. Highly recommend it!

MI
Review №67

Better than Starbucks and still close to the train station.My sandwich was a little cold but it was still very good.The cappuccino here was so good!

Da
Review №68

Delicious coffee and tea and excellent service

Pa
Review №69

Not my thing. Pleasant enough and counter service was fine.

Da
Review №70

A wonderful place to work, fantastic coffee and a great location

im
Review №71

Pretty good place. Solid lattes and baked goods. Best thing is the hours. I am usually at cafés early (around 6 am) or late (7-8 pm), and this place has me covered either way.

Ja
Review №72

If I could leave zero stars I would! I stopped in on a afternoon and they visibly were not busy. This was my first and last time visiting due to the fact that the supposed assistant manager. He was rude and rushed me through my order. Instead of walking me through the menu which was written on chalk boards and smudged he decided to talk to me in a condescending manner and even suggested I go to Starbucks. I’ve never been so offended in my entire adult life at any type of cafe and to make matters worse, He absolutely refused to grab the GM for me and said She didn’t have time to deal with something petty like this and he will be glad to help me and gave me an espresso shot on the house which I didn’t want and I decided to just storm out to get away from that place as soon as possible. I do not recommend this establishment to anyone. And to be quite honest my ice latte I did order was terrible and I honestly probably would have received a tastier drink from Starbucks.

Va
Review №73

Was disappointed with the medium roast I took out.. seemed like someone didnt do such a great job with the particular pour I got.. somewhat disappointing from a roastery. Food is good but the selection is fairly limited.

As
Review №74

I LOVE making this my coffee meeting place! The quality of the coffee is exceptional, and the staff are so friendly and knowledgeable. If youre a coffee person, make this your new spot.

Al
Review №75

Great coffee...good snacks...nice atmosphere!

pu
Review №76

The works are so friendly and helpful. The food is amazing and the place is clean. What more can you ask

Ge
Review №77

Nice spot to relax and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. The workers behind the counter are friendly and professional. Its great to have an alternative to Starbucks in the area.

Je
Review №78

Most delicious Mocha Ive ever had. Yum.

St
Review №79

Enjoyed a perfectly made cappuccino, complemented nicely with a delicious blueberry bar, welcoming staff and atmosphere. Well done!

Br
Review №80

I want to like this place as they have Great coffee and a great environment, but I must say I am very disappointed that when I brought my own cup they insisted on pouring into an 8 ounce disposable cup to measure and then poured into mine totally defeating the purpose of bringing my own. Bummer

Pe
Review №81

Cool little cafe, amazing pumpkin spice latte with real pumpkin purée

Pa
Review №82

Great coffee shop lots of thing to try . The place feels very cozy and the customer service is very good.

Ka
Review №83

Their cold coffee is awesome. They small breakfast bites are very tasty. Its a very relaxing place

Da
Review №84

Super cute but the sizes are not adding up to their prices, also always full of people hogging the tables.

Wi
Review №85

Excellent and flavorful coffee. I also but filters there. Good food and treats.

A
Review №86

Nice somewhat upscale coffee spot. Great tasty cup. Limited choice of baked goods.

Ch
Review №87

Everything you need in a very good coffee shop, in an area with not many others around

Ju
Review №88

The place looks great except for the concept of the space layout. Its hard to truly enjoy this coffee shop the way its set up, because you can easily hear everyone’s conversation.

Da
Review №89

Just had the Nitro cold brew (think offspring of a pint of Guiness and a sassy yet sweet ice cold coffee). Truly a match made in heaven. The gluten-free blueberry bar was phenomenal. Shiva was great, she was both knowledgeable and friendly! Well worth a Sunday drive.

Mi
Review №90

Was looking for a coffee shop that is not dunkin or starbucks and I found the perfect one to go too before work. I loved my drink. A perfect Latte, temperature, foam, perfect.

Zo
Review №91

Best coffee anywhere. They really do a good job in preparing every cup

Mi
Review №92

Place very nice coffee was a little old

Al
Review №93

I DONT EVEN KNOW WHERE TO START! we got two small cappuccinos for $3.50 each and it was the smallest small cup i have ever witnessed. It tasted like hot water and the cups were dirty and they were halfly filled. Better luck at starbucks queens!

Ma
Review №94

Good cold brew coffee.Plenty of seating.Free WiFi.Checked all the boxes

Sh
Review №95

Alright right around the corner from Starbucks, its a very poplar place, good coffee, friendly staff, good offerings. Its a nice place to kick back with a cup of coffee.

qu
Review №96

Great setting and friendly people, however the espresso tastes burnt, even in the lattes and cappuccinos it tasted more bitter than smooth. Also theyve forgotten my order several times and it is expensive.

Pr
Review №97

Great selection of coffees and milk options. Also, a fantastic place to work

Ar
Review №98

Great place to chill out and enjoy a coffee...forget 5Bucks around the corner.

Ch
Review №99

Cold Brew was sweet and smooth. Nice selection of single origin options

hu
Review №100

Okay, so I frequent this place every once in a while because its open 24 hours and its right by my apartment. When this location first opened, I was unimpressed with the food, but the place is clean and the prices arent that expensive, so I didnt need to declare then and there that I would never return.Well, Im glad I did return (multiple times, in fact)! The food has definitely gotten better which is obvious by the crowds and lines youll see if you attempt to have dinner here on a weekend evening. Ive had a number of dishes from here and theyre all pretty good. The side dishes are plentiful and yummy, which is SO important, and the service is excellent.PS: Theres an entire downstairs seating area that I never knew about until a few weeks ago! Good to know that theres more space to seat more people especially when its super busy.

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  • Address:17 Beechwood Rd, Summit, NJ 07901, United States
  • Site:http://boxwoodcoffee.com/
  • Phone:+1 908-219-4076
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee roasters
  • Tea house
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–7PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–7PM
  • Wednesday:7AM–7PM
  • Thursday:7AM–7PM
  • Friday:7AM–7PM
  • Saturday:7AM–7PM
  • Sunday:7AM–7PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
  • Live music:Yes
  • Live performances:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible seating:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Prepared foods:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • High chairs:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Family-friendly:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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