Do you need a pick-me-up to get you through the day? Perhaps you want to find a coffee shop you can rely on to provide you with not only a delicious cup of hot brew but also one that’s committed to using coffee from a sustainable source. Luckily, several places in Jersey City, New Jersey, offer just such a thing. Here at New Jersey State Auto, we love a good cup of coffee, and we’ve found some of the best ethical coffee shops in the city that we think you’ll enjoy too.

Cafe Esme

Location: 485 Marin Blvd.

Hours: Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The inviting aroma and friendly atmosphere are just two reasons to love Cafe Esme. Its fair trade and Rainforest Alliance-sourced coffee will help you start your day right. Inside the cafe, you’ll find a touch of Paris brought to you right here in Jersey City. Whether you want a latte, cappuccino, or espresso, you’ll find something on the menu to please your palate. It even offers non-coffee options such as freshly squeezed juice, organic iced tea, and chai.

If you’re looking to grab a bite to eat to go with your coffee, you can choose from a variety of French food options. Get the crepes maison, saute aux legumes, or oeufs matinee for a taste of France. It even provides a kid’s menu with both French and American cuisine.

Butler Cafe

Location: 350 Warren St.

Hours: Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sourcing the freshest and highest quality ingredients possible, Butler Cafe offers fair-trade coffee and tea that tastes as good as it smells. The cafe is a relaxing place where you can hang out with friends or just sit and enjoy your favorite cup of brew or espresso alone while you contemplate the universe or work from your laptop. The menu also features sweet and delicious pastries, satisfying sandwiches, and savory soups that’ll warm your soul. The cafe lets you bring your own beer if you want to meet with friends and enjoy the atmosphere after a long day.

For those who want something other than coffee, it also offers a variety of kombucha options and iced beverages. Stop in and see what’s brewing at Butler.

Prkup Coffee

Location: 197 Van Vorst St.

Hours: Daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

A welcoming and friendly staff and some of the finest coffee around define Prkup Coffee. It’s a place you’ll want to return to time after time. The cafe sources its coffee from the Kobrick Coffee Co., where coffee masters have worked to perfect the art of coffee roasting for over 100 years. The coffee is also sustainably and organically sourced to ensure that every cup is just about perfect in every aspect.

Prkup has an app that lets you order your coffee online and pick it up at your convenience to help make your day that much easier.

Bleu Coffee

Location: 56 Beacon Way and 175 Second St.

Hours: Daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (both locations).

With two locations to serve you, a great cup of coffee is never out of reach when you choose to grab some from Bleu Coffee. Serving coffee that’s roasted locally and sourced sustainably from around the world, both Bleu Coffee locations provide unique flavors that come from some of the best coffee-growing regions on the planet. Every cup is full of the finest, freshest, and most flavorful coffee you’ll ever find. One of its most popular brews is Jamaica Blue Mountain, which is also the coffee that gave the coffee shop its name.

You can get both hot and cold brews, as well as tasty pastries that’ll satisfy your sweet tooth. The high-quality coffees and service are just one part of why Bleu Coffee rates so well among its patrons. Discover for yourself why people love grabbing coffee from this awesome coffee shop.

Brewshot

Location: 9 Regent St.

Hours: Daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Since 2012, Brewshot coffeehouse has been serving the residents of Jersey City made-to-order, organic, locally sourced drinks that pair perfectly with any of its other menu items. This coffeehouse is an excellent place to study, as it offers free Wi-Fi along with plenty of charging ports, so you can stay connected while you sip on your favorite cup of joe.

The menu lets you choose from hot beverages such as cappuccinos, lattes, espressos, and of course, classic drip or pour-over coffees. If you’re hungry, you can order a flavorful cheese danish or blueberry muffin. You can also get bagels, sandwiches, and wraps.

gotan

Location: 198 Van Vorst St.

Hours: Daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Actually, gotan’s current location is across the river in Manhattan, but the Jersey City gotan location will open soon. And when it does, you’re in for a treat. The cafe partners with Counter Culture to ensure it only serves sustainably sourced coffee to all its customers. When you pay gotan a visit, you’ll experience a coffee culture unlike anywhere else. The communal tables let you mingle with other coffee enthusiasts, while the seasonal menu ensures you get options that use only the freshest ingredients.

From the hot brew menu, you can choose from classic options or an Americano, macchiato, or chai latte. On the cold drink menu, your options include mint lemonade, iced tea, and fresh orange juice. No matter what you get, it’s sure to put a smile on your face for the rest of the day.

These are some of the ethical coffee shops in Jersey City where you can get a tasty cup of coffee that’ll make you feel good from the inside out. If you know of any other coffee shops in the city that pride themselves on offering sustainable, fair-trade coffee, drop us a line. We’ll give it a try and let you know what we think.