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California Cold Co.

Cafe Coffee shop

One of the Best Places To Visits in Manalapan Township


Address

Fashion Center, 520 U.S. 9 N Home, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726

Website

californiacoldco.com

Contact

(848) 233-9199

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (318 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: 8 AM to 6 PM
  • Monday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Thursday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Friday: 7 AM to 6 PM
  • Saturday: 8 AM to 6 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Belen H. 1 year ago on Google • 70 reviews
    As a former Californian I approve! Lol loved that it’s a woman owned business. Coffee, vibes, and avocado toast are on point! Unique and don’t see often enough is you can add dark coffee ICE CUBES to your iced drink to prevent watering down your coffee. Tasty and worth the extra $.75 cents! I did try one of their signature drinks: Alcatraz. It was tasty and thanks to the staff for the modifications in sweetness. I love the classic oatmilk latte - smooth and tasty! They do have plenty of indoor and some outdoor seating. There’s 2 parking spots dedicated for the grab and go if you ordered online or just need to order & leave. Just a coffee would be less than $10. Add food for one person + coffee closer to $15 if you need oatmilk subs like I do.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kim J. 2 years ago on Google
    Hands down the best place to grab a cold brew, latte, or fancy open-faced, relatively healthy sandwich in the area. Prices are worth what you get. It takes me a good 15-20mins to get here once or twice a week, but it is soo worth it. Staff is friendly and helpful. As a California transplant, this place is kind of comforting in that I see the beautiful places I would visit used as names of their lattes. Lol.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nicholas C. 3 months ago on Google New
    Popped in on a whim and will definitely be back. Great ambiance, and friendly service that adjusted my order to make it less sweet (Monterey Bay with coconut milk SUPER tasty). Low tables and couches if you want to sit and chat. High tops that I converted into a perfect standing desk with my Moft sit-stand for some quick work on the free Wi-Fi. Several others doing work, a retired couple out for late breakfast, some older gents hanging out, a few ladies out for some girl time. A little something for everyone, even a bear shaped couch outside and tables for the warmer weather. Wish I didn't live so far away, I'd come here over Rook any day! Cute knickknacks for sale and wonderful Christmas decorations, mixing Cali charm with the Jersey cold! I was in a rush for work and forgot to tip the excellent service, so I'm writing this honest and positive review instead. Vegetarian options: I don't think there's a single non-vegetarian option. Several vegan options, but some with butter and cheese. Dietary restrictions: Plenty of vegan and vegetarian options, milk alternatives, and an accommodating staff. Parking: Big parking lot for the strip mall with legacy tenants Musicians Workshop that's been there for the 25 years we've been in the area, so probably a good landlord. Kid-friendliness: Kids will enjoy it for sure. Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs or restrictions for access.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 jamie g. 2 years ago on Google
    I went for the first time to California Cold Co today! Brooke was so sweet and nice to us. She made us feel comfortable and at home. I would definitely recommend coming here. They have amazing service and beautiful interior design! 10/10 would come again!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James H. 1 year ago on Google
    Literally one of the best cups of coffee I had in a really long time! Do you like good coffee? Because the La Jolla is delicious and you should get one! I wish I lived closer so I could get it more often!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dawn O. 8 months ago on Google
    This coffee shop has a cool vibe. I ordered the LA Jolla. It was delicious.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 M- T. 1 year ago on Google • 326 reviews
    Freaking LOVE this place. Great place to work if you don’t have to be on too many phone calls (sometimes it can be loud otherwise). So clean, great ambiance, avocado toast is super good, actually everything on the menu is. My family loves the Big Bear coffee but here is mine if you’re struggling to pick one: Monterey Bay, decaf with oat milk, dark ice coffee cubes, less sweet, and less ice. The coconut flavor in the Monterey bay is SOOO GOOD. Anyways- love this place. Keep it a secret!

  • 3/5 VR 2 months ago on Google • 162 reviews New
    Been here before for coffee which is good. They messed up my order and I didn't realize till after a few sips. I alerted them to that and refused to make another or make it right because I had already drank a good amount. Starbucks would not refuse. Pastries are mediocre at best. Make sure u know what is in every drink u order. A bit pricey and parking lot has a lot to be desired. Very tight spots hard to get in and out.

  • 4/5 Steph S. 3 years ago on Google • 101 reviews
    This coffee spot was recommended to me by a friend and it might be one of my favorite coffee spots in NJ. I ordered the Pebble Beach which had cold brew, fruity pebble cereal infused milk, and coffee ice cubes. It was soooo good and was surprisingly not too sweet. My husband ordered the La Jolla which tasted like a cold brew churro and was also very good! I also ordered an assortment of macarons but they were just okay. I'd just stick with the coffee drinks. I'm definitely coming back here to try their other drinks.

  • 5/5 Monica B. 4 months ago on Google • 70 reviews
    Cool vibe and great coffee. Love that they offer coffee ice cubes - La Jolla is my go to. Also love the brown sugar espresso!

  • 5/5 Allison Wells (Alli W. 4 months ago on Google • 36 reviews
    New favorite, best coffee I've ever had! Their cold foam is so good. Pastry is also amazing. All around great and impressive! I wish they were all over nj!

  • 5/5 Danielle J. 6 months ago on Google • 18 reviews
    I LOVE how unique their coffee flavors are! Everything from their regular menu to their seasonal! Even their bakery items are just as delicious as the lattes. I even love how they offer the "coffee cubes" instead of regular ice cubes that way your coffee doesn't get ruined! Love this place!

  • 5/5 Katie N. 1 year ago on Google
    Went here twice over the weekend to get some work done. I love the vibe and the decor. I tried both cold brews with the coffee cubes (love when shops have them) and I thought the light roast cold brew was better. Great food options the avocado toast was delish. Will be back if ever in the area !

  • 5/5 Abdurahmen S. 1 year ago on Google
    The coffee is amazing, and cool different flavors. I love this place, and come often. Just don’t get a macaroon, they’re good but 1 cost the same as a coffee. Try the fruity pebble coffee !!

  • 5/5 Qudrat K. 1 year ago on Google
    I love this place! The ambience and coffee are great. I go to them every few weeks to refill my growler for $20 with the Kona roast. It’s tastes delicious. They also do cute events for their anniversary and had cute merch. It is a little out of the way for me but it’s my first recommendation to anyone who wants coffee!

  • 2/5 Ilana P. 1 year ago on Google
    This was my first time here. Amazing atmosphere. The place is clean and welcoming. Lots of tables and couches. I was impressed at first. I ordered a coffee, sat down with a book to relax. Unfortunately I really did not like the coffee, I walked up to the worker and politely asked if he could recommend a popular drink to replace the one that I really did not like. This took place 10 minutes after the purchase, the cup was full. The response I got was, we cannot replace it or substitute, you could buy another one. I was so shocked to hear this, this is after I left an 18% tip on top of the cost of the specialty coffee. Very disappointed. Hopefully management will pay attention and train appropriately.

  • 5/5 Morgan Z. 8 months ago on Google
    This is the best coffee shop in jersey. It’s 40 minutes away from me and sometimes I drive 3 days in a row for there coffee. Everything on the menu is unique, they can individualize it for you as well. I love that the flavors are never too overpowering! Baristas are nice and welcoming. Also love that it’s women owned!

  • 5/5 Jamie 1 year ago on Google
    We have been looking for a local coffee spot for a while now. We love going all over the tri state area and finding new coffee shops after a beach day or hike but haven't found a local one that we liked. After trying California Cold Co, I think we just did! Best latte I have ever had and as I stated, we try lots of different coffees. They were smooth and delicious. Highly reccomend the Slo Night. The vibe of the place is nice and friendly. Looks like a place that would be great to get coffee and meet up with friends. We will be back and have already reccomended to friends and family.

  • 5/5 Kathy D. 1 year ago on Google
    This was my first time here and didn't even know how to order . The young woman behind the counter could not have been more welcoming, accommodating, and patient. Each coffee I ordered was freshly made and done exactly as I requested . The coffee is delicious and I will definitely be back.

  • 5/5 McKenna B. 8 months ago on Google
    I love this coffee shop! I tried it for the first time today and got the strawberry shortcake latte and it was amazing! The employees were all so sweet and the vibe of the shop is great. Wish it wasn’t so far away!

  • 5/5 Franky B. 1 year ago on Google
    I'm not from the area but I was glad to have come across this coffee shop, I was very satisfied with my Monterey iced latte and look forward to trying their other flavors in the future. I also loved the option to have dark coffee ice cubes instead of regular ice, which totally helped to maintain the taste of the espresso to the last sip. The place itself has a great vibe and seating areas with multiple regular and high top tables along with a few super comfy couches. I looked forward to my next visit (hopefully soon).

  • 5/5 Taylor E. 1 year ago on Google
    I ditched Dunkin for this place! Wish I did much sooner, every drink and toast I have ordered has been amazing, I have referred many of my friends and customers to come here! Favorite drinks: the pebble beach latte and the Monterrey bay latte. Favorite toasts: The dean and avocado toast! Order online feature is convenient as well.

  • 5/5 Zanera A. 1 month ago on Google • 11 reviews New
    Love this cute woman owned coffee shop in Englishtown! Tastes better than Starbucks with the added benefit of supporting a local shop. The Newport is my go to with oatmilk and sweet cold foam and they never miss. I’m a slow coffee drinker and my drink tastes good even after an hour with the regular ice cubes. It doesn’t taste watered down. I mostly do a mobile order as I leave my house and my coffee is always ready for me when I arrive. I love that I don’t have to wait especially when they get so busy.

  • 5/5 Ali T. 1 year ago on Google
    Great seating indoors and decent seating outdoors for its location. I’m definitely raving about the Monterey drink as well as the coffee cubes. Coffee cubes are something to hype about since the drink does not become watery for slow drinkers like me. Been there twice. Will go again.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Solo dining
    • ✓️ Good for working on laptop
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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