Krispy Kreme (Paramus)
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You might not be expecting it off of Route 4, but the locals know it’s there. I walked in to some kind of after-activities scenario: droves of children, accompanied by first-name-basis parents, were climbing on the sunshine yellow cushions and running to the conveyor belt when hot donuts began to appear again. An Asian couple sat in a booth, enjoying the scene, and later a boy in a jersey sauntered in with parental figures. I stood in line listening to Nelly Furtado’s “Maneater” and trying to determine where I best fit in to the bright chaos. Yes, in harmony with the yellow vinyl (which somehow appeared the truest shade), the screaming children in white Krispy Kreme hats, and a staff that kept the place clean and maintained, it was bright. I was particularly impressed with the operation—the 4-5 staff members’ regularity with the way they did their jobs. No table remained hatless for long, no coffee droplet dirtied the sugar and cream area for more than a blinks-worth of time. Even with the steady stream of lunchtime customers, they juggled tasks and stepped in where needed. It might not be the first thing to cross people’s minds, but how a cafe is managed speaks volumes and can add or subtract from an experience. Pure augmentation here. Stay long enough and Janet Jackson’s “Together Again” might also join your donut, rainbow paper lantern, and pastel nisse moment. And, for those that deem this chaos a bit unnavigable, there’s always the drive through. Never a reason to miss out on a donut moment.
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Drink: Freshly Brewed Coffee
Black coffee - It was hot; it also didn’t come off unbalanced. There might be the slightest snap in the back of your palette, but nothing unpleasant. Frankly, it was so smooth that I drank it down pretty quickly.
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Food: OREO® Cookies & Kreme™ Filled Oreo Doughnut
Nothing excessively special about this special, but the Oreos crumble was adhered by a chocolate frosting pool on the top—a nice touch. While it looks small, it hits heavy, the result of a fine cookies and creme filling. It was enjoyable. However, my only wish: more Oreo forward.
Price: Coffee=$1.79; Oreo Cookie and Kremeo (as it was listed on the receipt)=$2.99
Hours: Everyday {6–21}
Extra Notes:
Go to the bathroom, first stall. Just trust me on this one. But also, this blog is proof that you will be able to get out. It will all make sense, I promise.