Cafe Nirvana — Restaurant in Lawrenceville

I visited this coffee shop recently after a long day of thrifting and exploring the antique store next door. I didn't realize they only accepted cash and didn't serve iced drinks. The owner, who was very kind, served me. Despite other reviews describing the place as "sketchy" and "unwelcoming," I had a great experience. The owner, originally from Bosnia, struggled with English but was incredibly generous, giving me a free coffee since I only had card.

This coffee shop stands out with its simplicity. There are no menus or overly complicated, syrupy coffees—just authentic, straightforward cappuccinos. As a former barista, I know many customers enjoy flavored milk, but there are also those who appreciate unique, small businesses like this one. I wish they could market themselves better to reach their full potential because they have great potential!!

Regarding the smoking signs and the "aroma" of cigars, I didn't notice any smell. Some customers were smoking outside, but it didn't bother me. The door was kept shut, preventing any smoke from entering the coffee shop. For those complaining about cigarette smells in their reviews, a reality check: people do smoke. If you’re highly sensitive to it, you might want to consider staying...

I drink cappuccino. They have those here. The no thrill or frill ones. Coffee. Steamed milk. For $2. I dare anyone to beat a $2 cappuccino. Tell me a place that has quality cappuccinos for $2. This place, truly is 'nirvana'. If you're vegan you can get an espresso. For. $2. TELL...ME! WHERE ARE YOU GOING TO GET AN ESPRESSO OR A CAPPUCINNO FOR JUST $2. Includes tax. A beautiful and simple exchange from one person to the other. I'll give you 2 crisp dollar bills, you give me a cappuccino. No cards. No apple pay. No, just cash. That's it. You want cookies? Bring your own cookies. You can have them here. Sharing is a hopeful thought amongst the patrons. Do you want a macchiato? No. Do you want a frappuccino? Do you want ice? No and no. That's not what happens here. They have some other drinks, but I only wanted a cappuccino. They had that. It was so glorious. Cappuccino and cigarettes. If I were more familiar to the area I'd become a regular. Take a book, a newspaper. Have a cappuccino. Smoke a cigarette. Very Eastern European here. I believe I saw a Bosnian flag out front? Unwelcome to those who are unfamiliar, but go out on a limb and talk to people. See how welcome you are or not. Order a cappuccino if you have $2. I love...

The cappuccino was good but I almost choked from the smell of cigarette smoke and the guy behind the counter whom I presume may be the owner did not as much as raise his head to look at me or even pretend to be welcoming. A young guy took my order and he was a nice kid. But there was no warning that it was a cafe where you could smoke. To be honest, I don’t think a bad review would make any difference to them because they seem to have their steady clientele from their own stock. I would not come again for the heavy stench of cigarettes. Now let me go take a shower from all that...