Hidden Grounds Coffee

hidden grounds coffee sits on easton avenue like it's been there forever, though the 4.3 stars from over 400 reviews tell you this place earned its reputation the hard way. one careful cup at a time. the specialty coffee here doesn't announce itself with flashy signage or instagram-perfect setups. it just shows up in your cup, hot and honest, with that particular weight only organic beans seem to carry. regulars claim the corner tables early, laptops open, because this is the kind of place where solo work actually happens. no loud music fighting your concentration. the small plates complement rather than compete, and their tea selection runs deeper than most coffee shops bother with. new brunswick has plenty of chain options, but there's something about walking into a place where the barista remembers your order that makes the extra few blocks worth it. some coffee shops chase trends. hidden grounds…