Busy Bee Roasters and Coffee Shop — Restaurant in West Long Branch

Neighborhood Coffee Spotlight 🌟 We’re Sharon McKenzie-Venning (ADK Realty) and Kyle Farrell (Cross Country Mortgage), co-hosts of the Local Neighborhood Experts podcast—and coffee lovers on a mission! Each week, we explore different coffee shops, rate the flavor and atmosphere, and share our favorite finds. (By the way—our show drops every Wednesday after 12 noon, and you can catch us across all major social media platforms!) This week, we had the absolute pleasure of visiting Busy Bee Roasters, a Brazilian-owned gem in our community—and wow, it did not disappoint! ☕ The coffee is nothing short of amazing. Every cup reflects incredible attention to detail, from the roast to the pour. 💡 The owner’s depth of knowledge, combined with a team that clearly loves what they do, creates an experience that goes far beyond just grabbing a cup of coffee. ✨ The atmosphere is warm and welcoming—perfect for catching up with friends, working on a laptop, or simply enjoying a quiet moment. We can confidently say this place is a must-visit. Run, don’t walk, to Busy Bee Roasters. We give it a full 5 cups out of 5! Be sure to check out the Local Neighborhood Experts podcast every Wednesday afternoon and follow us on social media for more great local spots and reviews. Sharon McKenzie-Venning & Kyle Farrell Local Neighborhood...

Busy Bee is a newly opened Brazilian coffee shop and lunch shack attached to a gas station on route 36.

Upon walking in you'll find that it's no normal gas station convenience store.

When you first enter, you'll find a variety of coffee cannisters on your right. Get their in-house roasted Brazil blend!

In addition, they have long wooden tables for dining in. On the back wall of the store you'll find the inviting pastry and deli section.

Here, they'll carry a variety of salgados (Brazilian snacks) such as coxinhas, pastels, and pao de quiejo!

In addition, it's a full bakery, so there will also be many sweets to choose from such as sonhos (dreams) custard cream buns and brigadeiros!

There is also a grill area here where you can order sandwiches, burgers, and even typical Brazilian dishes.

The staff is extremely friendly and speaks both Portuguese and in English. Definitely check it out if you're...

10/5 Stars! BB Roasters and Coffee Shop is truly one of the best hidden gems in the Long Branch area. The experience here is unlike any other! They ship in their own coffee beans, and you can actually watch them roast, grind, and brew the coffee right in front of you—it doesn’t get fresher than that. And the baked goods? Incredible! You can see the dough being made, the machinery at work, and everything is cooked fresh on-site. The taste reflects that level of care and quality.

The staff is super friendly and helpful, too. They’ll come right up to you and explain exactly what’s inside each bakery item, which adds a nice personal touch. If you haven’t been here yet, do yourself a favor and check it out—it’s a must-visit! If I could give it 10 stars out of 5, I...