I had to try this place after seeing it online! If you came in by car, there is street parking…read morebehind the building. The inside is relatively small, but can fit at least 2 parties of 4. A lot of orders are for pick up, and this is definitely the move if you want to avoid the wait. - G.O.A.T., (5/5): added a turkey sausage - delicious! egg was perfectly cooked and the English muffins were nicely toasted - Sausage McVinal, (4.5/5): so good. If you like a classic egg McMuffin, this is that but 10x better - Sam-I-Am, (4/5): after we tried the other to-go orders... we decided to try more. this tasted so good fresh, and the garlicky greens were a bit wet, but added a nice punchier flavor I would 100% come back here again, and I left with 2 types of English muffins (original and jalapeño corn) and they were GREAT. A simple cream cheese or salted butter spread, toasted is great. The texture is what sets it apart from other English muffins. I wish they lasted longer in the pantry. The shelf life is around 4-5 days, but then the solution would be to just have a constant shipment of them. Problem solved ;^)

Made my way to Vinal Bakery on a Sunday in the late morning and I have to say that this tiny but…read moremighty cafe and bakery is a pretty solid choice for a quick and satisfying breakfast sandwich. The place was extremely busy yet well organized as they were pushing orders out efficiently and in a timely manner without sacrificing the quality of the product. I ordered the iced maple latte and the G.O.A.T. with the addition of bacon on their classic English muffin. The latte was very good. The breakfast sandwich was also delicious. The egg was cooked a little bit more than I would've liked, but the bacon was cooked perfectly, the goat cheese butter added richness, the pesto was fresh and their house made English muffins are excellent. It's obvious that they use great quality ingredients for everything they make. It's also not crazy expensive which is also a plus. It's a little bit out of the way for me, but if I'm ever around Union Square again I'll make a point to return!

One of my absolute favorite cafes I've tried in the Boston area! There are so many delicious and…read morebeautiful pastries offered, you honestly can't go wrong with any option you choose. I love their lattes as well! I highly recommend the halva latte with tahini if you want one of the specialty flavors. The staff is really nice and gets drinks out quickly. I love the vibe of this spot and there's some seating inside and outside when the weather is nice too!

I've been able to try a few items from this new (to Charlestown) bakery, but I really need to come…read moreback and try their specialty latte flavors like pistachio, halva, and rosewater. What I can say though is that their Chocolate Pudding Cake and Chocolate-Hazelnut Souffle Cake has me ADDICTED. I am about to make it my monthly craving ritual, if you know what I mean; the rich, velvety chocolate decadence in both cakes melted away my stomach cramps. They also make their own bread, with lots of sourdough variations. I brought home the Barbari bread, which was excellent served with hummus. Their Pain au Chocolat was also delicious (if you couldn't pick up on my bias for chocolate already) and I enjoyed its ratio of chocolate to flaky croissant more than the Pistachio Croissant (mostly because I thought the mascarpone frosting makes it too sweet). There's so many other treats to try, like different cookies and sandwiches. I'd highly recommend stopping in!

TLDR: You can't go wrong with a warm, freshly made waffle…read morehere, but people definitely have their individual preferences. My recommendation is to go with the Liege waffle with berries and your pick of any other toppings. With a cozy atmosphere and the smell of warm waffles, this is an especially good spot during the colder months, but still a favorite in the warmer months too. ------ FOOD: THE LIEGE (5/5) The Liege waffle is the classic here and the one I'd recommend. Sweet, thick, and a richer snack (i.e. the satisfying treat you're probably looking for if you're stopping by a waffle shop). All of the topping combos are classic, and the berries they use here are high quality. Waffles come out hot and fresh after just being made, so if you order ice cream or whipped cream, know that you'll have to eat quickly if you don't want it to melt into the waffle. THE BRUSSELS (4.5/5) Besides the Liege, the Brussels waffle is an interesting choice and very different from the Liege. As the menu describes, it's definitely significantly lighter, and it's crispier in a different way (not from the caramelization of the pearl sugar but from crisped up batter similar to an Ego waffle). It's extremely delicate, so I'd recommend just doing some powdered sugar and maybe a chocolate drizzle or some whipped cream. ------ ENVIRONMENT / AMBIANCE: * Small shop on the edge of Harvard Square. Some window seating and a few small tables best for groups of 2 - 4. * Given how small it is inside, finding a seat during peak hours can be particularly challenging, and lines can be out the door too. ------ SERVICE: * Order at the kiosk and then find a seat (if you can). When a waffle is done, they'll call a name and come to you once you indicate that it's for you. * Water and utensils are self-service, and the expectation is that you put your plates, utensils, and cups away in a bin inside by the counter.

Perfect for sitting quietly on a sunny afternoon, especially when you're feeling down…read more Gourmand Waffle: Liege waffle/banana/whipped cream/caramel. The ultimate sweetness is evident from the ingredients. The waffle was light and crispy on the outside, soft and moist on the inside; the sweetness of the banana and caramel is mellow and rich, the pearl sugar was slightly caramelized, and the sweetness of the cream was natural and light. Every bite offered a different layer of flavor. But most importantly, it was really sweet, and sweetness is the most soul-stirring enjoyment. It was sweet enough to bring peace, allowing you to temporarily escape the world and focus on this plate of beautiful fairytale. Café au Lait (Latte): Beautifully layered, with a natural milky aroma. But what does the menu mean by confusing café au lait with latte?

On a work assignment and needed a quick bite to refuel during a break. Popped into the downtown…read moreBoston food court, went to the restroom and walked out to find an allergen-feee bakery. Boom. It was a Saturday early afternoon so the selections had been picked through, which was understandable. I found a few good options and tried a doughnut. It was tasty and still fresh. Overall a good experience and definitely thankful that this bakery exists for those with food allergies and those wanting to eat clean.

My friend and I are visiting Boston for the weekend and we popped into Jennifer's, since my friend…read moreis vegan and gluten-free. All of the options looked amazing and we had trouble deciding, but we settled on a crème brûlée cupcake. Let me tell you..... it was amazing. I have no dietary restriction and it was one of the best cupcakes I have literally ever had. The icing was perfect - sweet but not too sweet. The cupcake texture was perfect. It had a slight crunch to the outside which was perfect! We will be back.

I had Levain cookies for the first time while I was in Chicago, and I instantly fell in love! I was…read morehonestly a little skeptical when I first looked at the cookie because it didn't look particularly soft, but once I tried it, I was completely obsessed. So, of course, when I Googled Levain and saw that there were locations back home in Boston, I was like, "Oh my goodness, thank goodness!" That being said, I have to say that the Chicago location was better than this one. I feel like the cookies at this location are cooked just a little longer, so they aren't quite as soft and chewy as the ones I had in Chicago. That's really the only reason I'm giving four stars. If they cooked the cookies just a little less, these would be top-notch, chef's-kiss, five-star cookies!

Love this place so much. The freshest cookies ever! I'm a sucker for soft big cookies and Levain…read moredoesn't miss the mark. A perfect after shopping snack with friendly service. Seating inside and out! My go to is walnut chocolate chip!

So many bakeries on this street...which one to try? Located beside more old school Ho Yuen that…read moreI'll have to try next, Taiwan Bakery has an inviting feel. Walk up the stairs and the cases show off their pre-wrapped buns and other goodies. The cashier has a gruff about her that's not as inviting. The coconut butter bun was lacking than the more usual coconut bun with filling. The Portuguese eggs tarts were luciously soft and creamy not too sweet, and the regular egg tarts good. Good bakery overall but not earth shattering with a decent selection. Enjoy!

Got myself a HUGEEE steamed pork bun. It was around 4 dollars, which is a steal. It was pretty…read moregood, but the bun to filling ratio made me sad. It was like 3/4 bun 1/4 filling... The bread kept being stocked and it felt like I was in a corporate bakery not a local one. But prices were fair and system was efficient. There is a minimum 10 dollar purchase to pay with credit card. Otherwise it is cash only! Also they don't have pennies. Pretty cozy inside but no room to eat!

The menu they have is excellent. Not overwhelming and full of flavor! The cakes are ridiculously…read moredelicious, though a bit pricey, but worth it.

As a longtime fan of Flour Bakery, I was genuinely excited to try their new Brigham Circle location…read moreafter it replaced JP Licks. Unfortunately, my first visit was a major disappointment. I ordered the breakfast egg sandwich and an iced vanilla chai latte. The sandwich was underwhelming and didn't seem up to the standard I've come to expect from Flour over the years. The bigger issue, however, was the drink. The iced vanilla chai latte tasted off, almost like it was made incorrectly. There was no noticeable vanilla flavor, and it was so watery that I questioned whether I had received the right drink. I've supported Flour for years and have had many positive experiences at their other locations, which makes this visit even more frustrating. Based on this experience, I have no desire to return to this location and can't recommend it in its current state. I hope they can improve, but this was not the quality I've come to associate with the Flour name.

Stopped in for lunch one afternoon. Such a cute shop right across the street from my hotel! I…read moreordered a salmon Cobb salad with a matcha lemonade and a croissant. Salad was made up freshly and brought to where I was sitting. Salad was excellent, matcha was tasty, and croissant was crisp and buttery. Couldn't resist taking a rice crispy treat for later. Best rice crispy treat EVER!! As in you MUST try them. Better than any I had ever had. Had to look for the recipe since I don't live near here. Trust me on this, you need this in your life. Plus the chef has a new cookbook out. Yay!

Was looking forward to a chicken sandwich but since I had a to-go order, didn't realize until I got…read morehome that my order was completely wrong. I am not sure what the heck this sandwich is--but it's definitely NOT chicken salad. Be sure to CHECK your food before leaving because I regret not doing it there. My latte was pretty good and I got the cold foam which was nice.