I always buy the toasted almond iced coffee(even in the tundra of New Hampshire) and a bagel with Sriracha cream cheese. The coffee here is my favorite next to Starbuck’s. Additionally the Sriracha cream cheese is a mildly spicy topping that adds a unique and appetizing kick to the perfunctory breakfast bagel. The atmosphere is laid back, although crowded at times, but an excellent spot to socialize or work. Usually filled with college students, it is welcoming to all with friendly customer service and comfortable couch-seating.
Brittany C.
Classificação do local: 5 New York, NY
A large coffee shop, usually filled with UNH students, but open and friendly to all. Their coffee to stay comes with a free refill, so it’s a perfect place to sit and work. They have a variety of flavored coffees and syrups to add, and teas. Plus a large selection of take-home bags of beans that they roast in house. The seats up in the big window are beautiful and very sunny. I really enjoying working here. Don’t forget to get a stamp card. Check it out!
Leslie P.
Classificação do local: 5 Malden, MA
I’m a Starbucks coffee person, so I am always on the lookout for places that are equivalent. Fortunately, I found this place while staying in Durham for several weeks during the summer. I was pleasantly surprised to find such good coffee. My standard order was«decaf Americano in a small cup 3 shots room for cream». Kayla was an exceptional barista, so after about a week of being a regular daily customer, she started making my order as soon as I came through the door! Talk about making me feel welcome! Their bagels and muffins are good. The Flax Seed Bars are very tasty. The atmosphere is very casual and comfortable, lots of college kids from UNH. Nice energy. Street parking free for the first hour. Tables set up out on the sidewalk are a big perk.
Deb G.
Classificação do local: 3 Port St. Lucie, FL
This is a very busy place! when I walked in, there was absolutely nowhere to sit. After resigning myself to go sit outside in the(gorgeous weather and) wind, I ordered a soy latte and got a pastry. Luckily, right after I seated myself outside, I spied someone inside packing up and did my best hover to get the space. Finally, then, I was able to try my drink. The soy latte was fantastic, perfectly foamed, with a deep, rich flavor. Unfortunately, the lemon poppyseed biscotti would have been better left in the case — it was kind of «scented» with lemon, and basically lacked taste. How sad. And of course, while eating that I noticed the vast array of other pastries I could have eaten. Boo! The only other downside to this coffee shop is that the internet is kind of slow and crappy, probably due to the sheer number of people using it.
Matt S.
Classificação do local: 5 Lowell, MA
4.5, really, but what the hell… I love their house-roasted coffee and their vanilla lattes. I love that I can sit for a long time buying a house blend with a refill so I can work on my creative writing shit. I love that it’s in Durham, which is a lovely little college town. I just wish that whoever cleans the bathrooms in the morning and in the evening wouldn’t use about two-thirds of a can of cleanser in each. If you don’t get headaches smelling and tasting the chlorine, more power to you. I’d really rather be able to taste your coffee and maybe a bagel while I write. I’ve actually gotten pretty damn sick a few times because when it was packed the only seats were in the back, and the chlorine cleanser smell traveled aaallll the way to the back.
Molly F.
Classificação do local: 5 Upton, MA
One of my favorite little coffee shops! Not sure if it’s due to the great coffee and treated they have, or if it’s the fond college memories that come back went enjoying a cup of hazelnut coffee! The roast their own beans, which I feel makes the coffee scrumptious!
Brian T.
Classificação do local: 3 Manhattan, NY
Great atmosphere for studying or kicking back with a cup. The coffee is not Starbucks quality but is drinkable. Coffee places in college towns are cool. Super fast and free internet. I did not have the food but they had a lot of fresh baked goods to eat. The tea is delicious.
Mary M.
Classificação do local: 5 Durham, NH
Great, cheerful service. A cozy place to sit and cuddle up with your laptop, chat with a friend, or get hot coco with your kids.
Dominic G.
Classificação do local: 5 Portsmouth, NH
Best coffee place. Their variety is amazing and the staff are very friendly and helpful with helping you make your mind up… Great place to chill out and people watch…
Charles F.
Classificação do local: 2 Brooklyn, NY
2.5 Bad, weak coffee, but at least the baristas are friendly and it’s more or less reasonably priced. I hate to be harsh, but I can’t give bonus points for it being a staple of UNH student life because I didn’t do my undergrad here in basket weaving and applied Taoism. Better coffee in Dover, Newmarket & Portsmouth I think, but if you’re staying in Durham, it’s here or DD.
Bob J.
Classificação do local: 3 Madbury, NH
I have been going to this coffee shop since it opened. In my opinion, it is not as good as it once was. If you want just a cup of coffee or tea, that is great. If you want an espresso drink, your mileage will vary. Back in the day, the espresso drinks were consistent and good. Now, they are sometimes fantastic and sometimes a complete waste of money — like, dump down the drain waste of money. At $ 4 to $ 5 per, that can be disappointing to say the least. The gelato is very good, but expensive. The baked goods are generally pretty good, but also expensive. If you are a college student, your experience and expectations would be different than mine. I am just a community member looking for a good espresso drink. So, that is why it only gets three stars.
Christopher I.
Classificação do local: 4 Kyle, SD
Classic. Classic. Quality. As a UNH alumn, it’s been a nostalgic favorite for the last 8 years or so. Whenever I’m in the area I stop by. I recommend a cup of hazelnut and a toasted sesame bagel with veggie cream cheese.
Mike D.
Classificação do local: 4 Medford, MA
Breaking New Grounds is a great stop in for mid studies or pre partying coffee on campus. The coffee is great and there is a great selection of flavors. I had to avoid the hipsters and hippies but that was not too bad! Great place!
Nicole R.
Classificação do local: 4 Frederick, MD
Truly a delightful little coffee shop. Excellent coffee & they serve yummy muffins & pastries as well. Try the morning muffin — — it’s quite tasty. They also sell one of my favorite indulgences by the front register; dark chocolate covered espresso beans. :) Friendly staff, and an excellent variety of flavored coffee beverages as well as healthy teas for all you non-coffee drinkers out there. I’m a fan of yerba mate & was delighted that they offered it since it’s not as common as green/white tea. They have wifi & a few outdoor tables. I also dig that they keep the place super clean.
Anne F.
Classificação do local: 5 Boston, MA
Great tea! Great coffee! And the gelato(when they have it) is DELICIOUS! Best in Durham!
Becca G.
Classificação do local: 5 Lee, NH
I love this place! The place is so cozy and warm and even though i havn’t tried the coffee myself all my friends say its good. I will probably go back and try some coffee before to long and tell you guys about it.
Courtney C.
Classificação do local: 4 Somerville, MA
I miss BNG so much. So cozy and inviting, and the pervasive smell of coffee beans is the greatest. The coffee isn’t the greatest, but it is good and they always brew a few blends at a time so you have a few choices. Luckily their selection of whole beans is sizeable, and if you take some home, grind them properly and brew it a little stronger… Excellent. If they have Tanzanian Peaberry, go for it.
Erica C.
Classificação do local: 4 Portsmouth, NH
I was a bit obsessed with their«Funky Monkey» drink during my UNH days. Mmm banana mocha. BNG has daily specials that are usually really good and a reason to try a new drink. A great place to meet up with people and also a great place to study in a relaxed environment. The employees were always really nice and helpful.
Julie B.
Classificação do local: 5 Boston, MA
BNG has all the makings of any coffee shop with a few extras and an indy feel. The service here is great, and the prices are very reasonable. There are a variety of beverages both iced and hot, as well as a long list of teas. What I like the most is there is a special bucket to dump any excess coffee in case you want more room. It’s a relatively small café but there are some nice tables and couches. They also have gelato, which earns this place the 5th star in my book.
Eliza M.
Classificação do local: 4 Portland, ME
I used to work at BNG for two years in college and still love that coffee shop. Even though I don’t live in new england anymore, I find myself craving their ethiopian or kenyan coffee– all roasted on site! It’s always full of college kids [duh… it’s a college town] but I like how the locals go there as well. The owner is a very nice guy who’s done a great job of setting up a nice little coffee shop!