Beyond the Bean:
Coffee Mill Roasters

Outfitted with formal training in the culinary arts, Adel Aziz launched his first venture in fine dining—an upscale Italian restaurant where handmade pasta and regional wines took center stage. Yet something unexpected happened between the primi and secondi courses: He discovered an affinity for exceptional coffee. As he pulled shots of espresso and steamed milk for cortados, cappuccinos, and macchiatos, Aziz recognized that great coffee shares the same DNA as great cuisine: passion and provenance.

Coffee Paradise

Aziz arrived in downtown Millburn with a vision to create a sanctuary where quality coffee and community converge. Fresh-baked goods, superb roasts, and an atmosphere that invites lingering conversations—after nearly 15 years in operation, it’s clear that this combination has struck a chord with coffee lovers. 

The cafe’s serene ambiance reflects Aziz’s understanding that great coffee experiences extend beyond the cup. Soft lighting, comfortable seating, and the intoxicating aroma of fresh-roasted beans create an environment where morning routines transform into rituals, and afternoon coffee breaks become genuine respites from the day’s demands.

Great coffee begins long before the roasting process—Aziz sources top-tier beans from a thoughtfully assembled collection of origins around the globe.

A Global Perspective

What distinguishes Coffee Mill Roasters from the ubiquitous chain coffee shops isn’t just the atmosphere—it’s the beans themselves. Aziz sources top-tier beans from a carefully curated roster of origins: the bright, floral notes of the Ethiopian highlands; Kenya’s bold complexity; Guatemala’s balanced sweetness; Costa Rica’s clean acidity; and Brazil’s chocolatey richness. For those seeking something truly extraordinary, the shop offers beans from Jamaica’s legendary Blue Mountains, one of the world’s most coveted coffee regions. Or consider Sumatran Mandheling, a dark roast revered by coffee purists for its low acidity and rich, earthy character.

Pull Up a Chair

Coffee Mill Roasters doesn’t stop at an expert doppio espresso. The Espresso Acai Gelato Bowl is exactly the kind of contradiction you didn’t know you needed, and its Pumpkin Pie Latte brings actual pie vibes to your mug. 

The homemade baklava—layers of flaky phyllo, honey, and pistachios—pairs well with a macchiato, creating a sweet-and-bitter symphony that hits every note. And the creamy, authentic Italian gelato reminds you why Aziz fell in love with Italian cuisine in the first place. It’s the kind of place where you come for coffee and stay for everything else.

Photograph by Melissa Spector