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Sugar Tree Cafe | Our Story

Where whimsy meets coffee and community

Where whimsy meets coffee and community

Sugar Tree Cafe is a one-of-a-kind brunch and coffee destination in Nutley, New Jersey — a place built from the belief that great experiences have the power to bring people together. From the wisteria-draped interior to the last sip of a themed shake, every detail is designed to make you feel something.
How it started

How it started

In May 2021, Jack, Sophia, and their team opened Sugar Tree Cafe with a clear mission: reinvent the café experience in Essex County. After a year that had kept people further apart than ever, they wanted to build a space that pulled them back together.

An entertainer's point of view

Before Sugar Tree, Jack spent years as a DJ in nightlife and the wedding world — where creating an unforgettable atmosphere is the whole job. That same instinct for thoughtful, over-the-top experiences is baked into everything the café does.
More than a coffee stop

More than a coffee stop

The menu brings gourmet coffee, city-style brunch, themed shakes, and customizable lattes together under one beautifully designed roof. The setting is just as intentional — a destination-worthy interior with seasonal décor that makes every visit feel like an occasion.
The Sugar Tree family

The Sugar Tree family

Whether you're settling in to work, meeting a friend, or celebrating something worth marking, you'll find warm, attentive service and a room full of real energy. This is your place — come as you are, and stay as long as you like.