Jersey City, Thursday to Sunday

Jersey City · 2-3 hours · morning

Three stops within a few minutes of each other, but only open together four days a week.

The route

1. Hidden Grounds Chai & Coffee House
Downtown Jersey City
Start with the masala chai or a classic espresso drink, and the avocado toast if breakfast is the point. Limited seating, so a weekday morning beats a weekend rush.
5 min walk to the next stop
2. Scram Bakery
Downtown Jersey City
The egg tart is the move here, along with whatever sandwich looks good. Skip expecting much from the coffee itself.
5 min walk to the next stop
3. SOBER SHOT
Downtown Jersey City
Close on the signature Sober Shot, sparkling espresso under a white top of whole milk and condensed milk, and settle in with a book. Not a place to bring a laptop.