Great service and food, came back several times during my visit to Harvard. Will get back next time I'm in town.

Felt like I was having fresh food from Australia again but found myself in Cambridge! Cute and aesthetic designs inside and staff is great. The coffees are great and I absolutely love the Australian iced latte--sweet so don't say I didn't warn you! As for the food, absolutely loved the sauces that each thing we ordered, however, when it came to the meat (chicken) and potatoes wedges portions, I do think that that it was not enough. Especially when the price is above $15 for these items, I think that it's not unreasonable to have a grilled chicken inside of my sandwich that's only half of the size of the sandwich. I loved the potato wedges so it was very disappointing to have such little quantity. Still, I look forward to coming here soon because everything was genuinely good just a few things that were amiss. read more

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Ambiance: 5 stars Cute space with lots of seating and cute decor. Food: 3.5 stars Beautifully-plated but taste is moderately average. The best-tasting dish was honestly the side of scrambled eggs. For the steep prices, we were pretty disappointed. Service: 2 stars This is where the cafe went downhill... We didn't get one of the menu items we ordered. The server never came around so it was hard to ask for it. When we finally caught her to let her know, we were almost done eating, and we were still charged for it. No one came by to check on our meal, and no one came by with our check. It took a long time to flag down our server each time, even when there weren't many tables in the cafe. When the handheld payment machine was given to me to pay and prompted me for a tip amount, the server held it across the table rather than giving it to me or placing it on the table, so I felt pressured to choose one of the high prefilled amounts, even though the service was terrible. This makes it awkward for the customer to give anything less than the set amounts. It is also rude to reach across the table. For the average food and below average service, I wouldn't return to Bluestone, considering there are so many other options in the area with better service. read more

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Came from brekkie n ordered a cold brew along with avocado toast. Quite yummy. Great location n one of the few places open at 8!!! read more

Bluestone Lane Harvard Square Café - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I ordered lunch from here via a catering service during the work week. Because of this, I can't comment on the ambiance of the place, so this review is based on the food only. There were plenty of options on the menu to choose from, which is a nice problem to have. I ordered the warm chicken and ancient grains bowl, which was outstanding. Quality ingredients packed with flavor and perfect portion for lunch. I'd definitely order from here again. read more

Bluestone Lane Harvard Square Café - Warm Chicken & Ancient Grains Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Very nice sit down spot. Able to choose between ordering through phone or in person. Food and coffee arrived in a timely manner and both my croissant and latte were superb. My expectations of such an establishment have been elevated. read more

Bluestone Lane Harvard Square Café - Side Smoked Salmon Iced Latte Almond croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Super cute spot with friendly vibes. Coffee was solid and the banana bread was a decent 7/10. Definitely worth a visit, also a 7/10 overall for me read more

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This is EXACTLY what your looking for in an upscale cafe! Fresh food, delicious coffee, unique flavor combinations. The serving were large and fair for the price. The food was delicious, well balanced, and oddly familiar. This is the place you come to when you tell your friend "I know a spot" read more

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Such a cute spot to grab a bite with friends or family! Location is perfect and the vibes inside are clean, chic, and bright making it a perfect place to start your morning or have an afternoon pick-me-up. The service is easy and fast. Plus, the restaurant is spacious with many seating options available so it never feels too crowded or cramped. As for the food itself, it's definitely on the pricey side so I'd only recommend this place for a once in a while splurge meal. However, you can tell the ingredients are very fresh, so it's clear what you're paying a high price for. The menu options include both standard breakfast meals as well as some elevated, unique, and healthy options! I would definitely recommend trying out Bluestone Lane at some point if you get the chance! It's a perfect spot for those on vacation or for locals wanting to impress visitors with a higher end, healthy meal that isn't quite as busy or expensive as some other spots in Boston! read more

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Came on a Sunday late morning and the line wasn't bad at all. I got an iced pumpkin latte (they didn't have my go-to caramel so went with a seasonal) and my friends got the pumpkin cold brew, and both were good. The drinks were definitely on the pricier side for the quality, but the vibe was nice and I'd come again. read more

First time visiting Harvard square in frigid March weather and their vanilla latte was delicious! It hit the spot and warmed us up! Very clean inside and friendly staff! Super cute ambiance. I would recommend! We had vanilla lattes and cappuccinos, delish! read more

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Ice coffee is now up to 6.00. That is one way to pay the rent for a Harvard Square location. read more

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Great food, great vibes! The servers were nice and it was convenient having a qr code for the menu. read more

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Yummy drinks and excellent staff. Cool indoor ambiance and lots of room to work. I got a hot milo and was pleasantly sipping my drink while watching the rain outside and getting some work done. read more

Pretty good! My bondi blue smoothie had some weird residue but other than that it was solid (expensive yes, but what's new in Cambridge...) read more

Bluestone Lane Harvard Square Café - Bondi Blue Smoothie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Came by bluestone lane to try the Ouai collab and was not disappointed! Bluestone has a cute modern aesthetic with touches of greenery. I think the lofted seating is super cute and makes it a unique and cozy cafe. There's a to go option but also availability for seating to have a more dine-in experience. I had the ouai-vy white mocha iced which came with a little bottle of ouai spray that I am super excited to try. I am not a huge fan of citrus so I wasn't sure about this orange infused mocha but I LOVED it - it was super creamy and the mocha blended super nicely with the sweetness of the orange and white chocolate hints. Service was very friendly, efficient and helpful! I look forward to trying more on their menu and hope to see more fun collabs! read more

Bluestone Lane Harvard Square Café - Ouai-vy latte and hair oil - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

the sandwiches were suuuuper good. the place was so aesthetic and the matcha was pretty good not too sweet. love the biodegradable straws #enviormentsafe but actually a really chill and cool place for brunch. read more

Bluestone Lane Harvard Square Café - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I ordered a flat white to go through the app. When I arrived, I saw a mobile pick up station by the host podium, and as there was nothing there, I waited. After about 15 minutes, I went to the counter to ask about my order. It was ready and placed where I would never have seen it. The barista commented, "you should have let us know that you were here." If this is the case, then it seems silly to have a set up for pick ups. It wasn't a great experience. read more

I'm not one to go out for breakfast/brunch unless it's for 1) a special occasion ie. someone is visiting or 2) I don't make it at home or 3) dimsum. That being said... this occasion fell under category 1 which was to see my cousin who was visiting and she suggested it since she knows of the ones in NY when she lived there some years ago. I came here last Sunday. Upon entering the cafe there was a fowl smell like a soiled diaper, it didn't last but the scent resurfaced right as we got our meals. I don't know if there's a bathroom in the establishment but if there is i'm guessing it must have been an issue with the plumbing and the bathroom door being left open... I'm not sure. Otherwise it is a charming and quaint cafe nestled in Harvard Square. We sat upstairs and one of the things I noticed instantly was the natural lighting from the sun roof windows. There aren't many places in boston with this feature. I didn't have any personally since I was having coffee but I love that they have immunity boosting lattes on their menu like turmeric, beet, matcha etc. I'm not sure what breakfast prices are like since I rarely experience it but my opinion it was pricey. I ordered the cheapest sandwich which was the Bacon, Egg & Cheese croissant which was about $11 - it was okay. The egg was too wet and the sandwich was messy to hold as I ate. One of the first of many pieces of egg that fell out, fell onto the table then sliding off onto my husband's pant leg. I also ordered a small latter which was nice but a cup with a handle for a hot drink would have been better than a handless cup. My husband ordered the BLATE and requested micro greens to be added. His sandwich looked good. I should order that next time to try instead. I sampled one of his wedges which were really nice - semi-thin and crispy. And my cousin got the ricotta pancakes. Food 2/5 Latte (coffee) 4/5 Ambience 2.5/5... the smell really brought this down Service -3/5 - nothing bad but nothing special Overall an okay place read more

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Breakfast offerings are all good. Coffee is just okay. I hate that if you want to sit on their little patio you have to order as takeout, and they give you your food in a to-go box and a bag that are then unnecessarily wasted. read more

I came here to WFH with a friend and it's so bright and cozy inside. We went in the upstairs section which definitely is a little more private and quiet than sitting downstairs. No matter which floor you're on, you can enjoy the ambiance and vibes of it all. This is a pretty spacious spot in Harvard Square - and great to grab a bite as you WFH (which is exactly what we did). We ordered lunch and it was yummy! The menu is a a bit of an inquired taste but it's got plenty of healthy options. I'll have to try a smoothie next time! read more

Bluestone Lane Harvard Square Café - Spiced Chicken Wrap - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

We got the Blondie latte and the earl gray matcha, these were amazing drinks, they came out fast and the prices were fair. If it's busy don't be surprised if you need to wait outside, but once you order you won't need to wait too long. Not much indoor seating read more

The coffee is ok. I stop by whenever I need a quick pick me up. I've only ordered a double shot of espresso. I find that I never know what I'm going to get sometimes the espresso is great sometimes it's not. The inside is nice and I really like how much light comes in during the day. The service is great and the staff is friendly. I'll try something different the next time I go. read more

Bluestone Lane Harvard Square Café - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I was looking for a coffee shop to study in Harvard square, and this comes up as recommendation. They have two floors, and the upstairs is not too crowded, you can definitely focusing on your work when you dine upstairs. I ordered a capuchino and b.l.t and a smoothie. The smoothie was $11, hm not worth it My conclusion is this cafe shop is too expensive for coffee studying spot, and not cute enough for brunch spot( too tight of a space) read more

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Had breakfast there with my friend who just arrived at Boston. I only had their drinks before so this was a new experience for me as well. 3.5 stars would be most accurate. I ordered their veg big brekkie and my friend ordered the Lemon Ricotta pancakes. Food was of generous portion sizes and tasted good. My friend enjoyed the fluffy pancakes very much but thought it could be less sweet. For me, I really love their baked halloumi cheese. It had a similar taste to tofu but more firm and creamy. Plus, the toast was topped with a wide variety of veggie and only had less than 500kcal. So it was delicious and healthy. We arrived at the restaurant at about 9am. Service was OK but could be faster. Dining vibe was great--spacious, not many people inside (well, perhaps because it was in summer vacation lol). Would IKE to try the goat cheese eggs and/or shakshuka next time read more

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This place is super cute and aesthetic, located in the heart of harvard square. I just got an iced latte and a cookie, both were yummy! Lot of ample seating, and always seems packed full of people working, chatting, and snacking. read more

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My mom is visiting from Mexico and I was wondering where to take her out for brunch. Although I live close to Harvard, I hardly come to the square. However, when I do, I make it a point to stop by Bluestone Lane. The coffee is powerful and tasty. All day brekkie is a treat. I had the BL Big Brekkie and my mom had the BL Folded Chimichurri Eggs & Bacon Toast. My dish was exactly what I hoped it would be. It featured a lot of my favorite ingredients including a multigrain toast with egg, bacon, avocado, and mushrooms (the stars of the dish), and I must say, it was a brunch masterpiece that left me wanting to come back. The first thing that struck me was the presentation. The perfectly toasted bread served as a sturdy base for the medley of ingredients that followed. Moving on to the taste. Each ingredient played its part brilliantly. The creamy avocado added a luxurious texture, while the mushrooms delivered an earthy depth of flavor that paired beautifully with the savory bacon. The eggs were perfectly cooked, with its runny yolk oozing over the ensemble, that stole the show. The combination of flavors and textures was nothing short of a harmonious blend of richness, saltiness, and freshness. The cappuccino was a velvety symphony of espresso and frothy milk, delivering a perfect balance of rich, bold flavors and creamy indulgence in every sip. The waiting staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. At any given point, different people checked in on us to make sure we were doing fine. A very nice person from Ecuador noticed we were speaking Spanish and greeted my mom in Spanish, which made her feel extra welcome. The combination of great coffee, good brunch, and amazing service make me rate this place highly. It's one of my favorite spots for brunch. read more

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Bluestone Lane is a cute place but nothing I'd be crazy about running back to. Portions were small (Avocado toast just came with one piece of toast instead of two and nothing on the side). The oat milk iced coffee was pretty good. Service was slow and we had to flag the waitress down to ask for things or the check. read more

This place was recommended to me based on my food preferences, but the service was a huge let down, which is why i'm only giving 2 stars. First, we arrived a little before lunch and were told that the wait for a table was about 25 minutes and we would receive a text. We decided to walk around Harvard while waiting. After a while, we never received a text so we checked back in and the server decided to check for a table only at that point. She directed us to a very small table upstairs that was difficult to get seated at. Next, we were browsing the menu and waited for someone to take our order. After ~30 minutes of no one attending our table, we saw there was a QR code way to order so we decided to do that. After about 30 more minutes, of waiting for the food, we finally asked the server if our order was received and that is when they checked (there wasn't even a point during this hour where they saw that we still had menus and asked to take our order) and began making our food. The food came out quickly. I think it's overpriced based on the lack of service and quality of the food (the avocado smash was quite bland). We asked for extra plates but were quickly forgotten about. We quickly scarfed down our food since we were starving from the long wait and when we were almost done with our food, the waitress apologized and came with our extra plates that we no longer needed. Overall, we arrived around 11:30AM and finished around 3PM. Save yourself the time and just order takeout here. read more

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No blues, but only sunshine added to my morning after brunch at Bluestone Lane. We got to the restaurant around 11, and there was no problem getting seated. I love that you can order streaming by from the QR code, but our waiter was still very friendly. Their coffee is delicious! I ordered the long black, and my daughter ordered an iced latte. We absolutely loved the flavor of our drinks, although my coffee was not as hot as I prefer. Food was good! I love that my egg dish had the option of egg whites, and that you are also able to customize each dish. Daughter opted to add smoked salmon to her avocado toast, and it was delicious! We all enjoyed both our meals and drinks. Ambiance was also very clean and trendy. Can't wait to go try the chain in Orange County read more

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This place is solid as a study spot if you head upstairs, although table space is limited but audio from downstairs is nicely muffled so the upstairs is conducive to a nice ambiance for laptop work. Despite the coffee's nice visual presentation, the quality is subpar. read more

Bluestone Lane Harvard Square Café - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I enjoyed a leisurely lunch at Bluestone one Friday afternoon- and it's got me wanting to come back for more! The food/drink theme is "Australian cafe" and the decor felt very Greek Isles (not a bad combo!). The menu has brunch/egg items all day with some veggie forward yet rich sandwiches that all sound really good. The brekkie board was a perfect combo for an indecisive gal like me; fresh Greek yogurt with lemon curd/berries and just sweet enough house granola- felt healthy but still like a treat. The avo smash topped with perfectly soft boiled egg/feta/veg was also delicious and somehow rich yet light. I enjoyed fruity unsweetened hibiscus/raspberry ice tea (Spring Trellis tea), also recommend. Then sipped a beautiful warming matcha latte and seriously delicious warm Choco chip cookie. I planned to do some work at the cafe but honestly was too into the food/drink to bother. FYI Bluestone is using that new InKind app (like rewards for dining out) which is a nice option. It's in the heart of Harvard Square so for drivers parking is an issue... I tried to go back again on a busier evening and gave up after a few circles in car when unable to park. But no worries mate, I'll be back! read more

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The place itself is super cute with a top and bottom floor and a lot of plants. Came on a sunday afternoon and the staff seated our party of 2 immediately. The food itself was nothing too crazy, but loved the chili oil and seasoning. If you're a big coffee person, would recommend going somewhere else. read more

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Just came back after having brunch at this restaurant. Overall, loved the place. The service was great. Our server kept coming in to check on us and making sure we were ok. You have to order via the app on your phone, and the food is delivered at the table. I got the following: - Avocado Smash: I got this without the feta cheese. Loved the flavor and how the toast tasted. - Side Wedges: this was delicious. Ended up ordering two orders of this. Great location. Great service. Great ambience. Great food. read more

Bluestone Lane Harvard Square Café - Avocado Smash - delicious!!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Came here on a Tuesday morning and we were seated immediately. Our server was great, and super friendly! I'm so happy we got seated on the upper level, because it gave us a view of the cute interior! I was super satisfied by the chimichurri folded eggs, and it wasn't greasy at all. My friends also both enjoyed their meals, and this was exactly what we wanted. If you're looking for filling, delicious, classic breakfast foods with a unique twist, definitely check this place out. I will be back for sure! read more

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Requested "extra chai" flavor and still tasted too watery/milky. Very cute spot to get a coffee or do work though!

Green white clean interior in Harvard Sq. Overpriced, but perfect for a more casual brunch. They have a cafe/coffee place in the front of the restaurant. BLATE sandwich Rating:7/10 Price: $15.50 Notes: It was great up until my last visit a couple of months ago. It was incredibly busy then, but I have a hard time going back after my bacon burnt to pieces :( The brioche buns were also dried up and the greens in the salad were basically wilted. read more

Bluestone Lane Harvard Square Café - B.L.A.T.E. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

This coffee is consistently mediocre or on a couple instances (like this one) straight up bad and I poured it out. The coffee the girl handed me was room temp and milk tastes a bit off. I was well on my way before I realized, unfortunately. I've watched them pour out a coffee they made me before because the milk they dumped in was gross. I get burritos often next door at Felipe's and started grabbing a coffee because of the convenience but this place stinks and it's almost $5 for a small coffee. The service is mostly quite good, one women gave me a coffee when I forgot my card. There's definitely a few college girls that work there that don't seem to care which is fine but I'm pretty sure this one girl knew my coffee was garbage as she handed it to me. WTF!? read more

Bluestone Lane Harvard Square Café - Shitty coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Sometimes chains do things right, and Bluestone Lane is a great example. While the Flat White was forgettable, the B.L.A.T.E was remarkable! It was an excellent, fresh, creamy, heavenly, elevated interpretation of the breakfast sandwich. The breakdown: The Flat White: I feel that it could have been stronger. I expected it to be a little more concentrated regarding the espresso flavor. This one reminded me more of a latte. While I fully admit it may have to do with the coffee they are using, I still long for the intensity of espresso to be more present. The BLATE: This sandwich was all-around delicious! The bread was incredibly fresh and tasty and did not fall apart under use. The garlic aioli had an oomph enough to make this Slav happy (without overwhelming any other component). The bacon and the egg were of high quality, and the arugula added a pleasant and mild bite. Then, coming out of left-field, the avocado stole the show. It was perfectly ripe and added a delectable creaminess to the dish. Even as someone who never takes a breakfast sandwich without cheese, I must admit the avocado might have beat out cheese. Cheese! Something I probably spend 20% of my grocery budget on! As for the little side salad, it too was fresh, colorful, and perfectly dressed! I liked the combination of ingredients and that they didn't need additional cutting and slicing (I like my salads in restaurants ready to eat, bite me!) While the BLATE should have been served with potato wedges, I was served it with the little side salad instead. I didn't request the substitution, and when the plate arrived, I had forgotten what the side was supposed to be. It ended up being for the better. The salad added a freshness to the overall dish that dense and starchy potato wedges could never convey. Especially contrasted with the overflowing savoriness of the sandwich, I might go as far as suggesting they at least clearly offer the substitution on the menu. Only one question remains: can someone please tell me what the "L" is B.L.A.T.E. stands for? read more

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Let's put aside the okay fruits side dish (was ok, served in a plastic cup) and okay hot chocolate (ordered wet half &half, received with milk. Overall didn't have much flavor) - They rewrite you to order and pay online AND provide your full name and email. Completely time consuming, annoying, and disregarding any privacy standards. I won't be back. read more

Bluestone Lane Harvard Square Café - Moli (hot chocolate). I ordered with half & half but received wet milk.. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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