Cute shop just outside Belmont Center. Great little spot for a quick sandwich or outdoor eating for…read moredinner. The chicken sandwich was superb. Fresh zucchini, peepers and onion grilled side and scrumptious side potatoes. The avocado and lettuce were fresh and the chicken succulent. We also had the lamb burger which was perfectly cooked. The service was personable and friendly, hats off to the chef.

I wonder if they're getting a little tired. This was a rockstar go-to place for us with excellent…read moreflavors, fresh ingredients, ample portions. My family obsessed over the chicken salads (no lie). The last few times have been the opposite- stale pita, old-tasting lettuce, greatly reduced portions, pretty high prices. So much quality to the menu, but for us it's off the list now and can no longer recommend.

Nice to have a Tatte in Arlington, and it's a pretty good size too. Stopped by for a quick lunch…read moreand got a slice of ham and cheese quiche with a salad. The quiche was rich, custardy and denser than I expected, and the small salad helped balance the richness (wish it was a bit bigger), but I was full by the end. Counter and food running service was quick and I had no problem grabbing a table. Got the pineapple passionfruit matcha bombe for a dessert - while I liked the fruity filling I didn't care much for how dominant the white chocolate flavor was, so that was a miss for me, especially given it was a couple bucks less than my lunch. Regardless it has a huge menu and it's a decent quick cafe option in the neighborhood.

Tatte Bakery nails the vibe at this Cambridge spot. I'm sure the others are just as nice on the…read moreeyes too. The layout is great- an oversized island buzzing with hot and iced drink orders, cozy seating as you walk in and even more space on the far side with a perfect view of their pastry display. We kicked off my daughter's 7:30 birthday breakfast here and it couldn't have been better. She picked the shakshuka that had perfectly runny poached eggs- it was hearty and satisfying. My scrambled egg+fontina grilled cheese hit the spot too. But the real magic was their insanely rich Valrhona hot chocolate that reminded me of my favorite cup from a spot in White Plains, NY. I mean....it was pure bliss. So were the decadent chocolate mousse cup my daughter has raved about the few times she's come here. Coming here was hands-down an unforgettable start to the day. Service is great and Tatte is the kind of place I'd come back to anytime I'm in town. This is an Israeli bakery-café that knows how to make every detail count.

I was looking for a special treat for my husband's birthday, and the cave tour and tasting far…read moreexceeded expectations. Julie's knowledge and passion is extraordinary. The tasting itself was a rare treat. Her stories and knowledge are so accessible. We love cheese, and this was heavan. Shopping afterward was an incredible experience with a delightful staff. Had we know, we would have enjoyed the outdoor BBQ too - the entire neighborhood enjoyed it. I can hardly wait to try some of their classes as well. Exceptional.

Their dinner catering for our research institute mainly consisted of cold dishes such as Italian…read moreham, cheese, nuts, and vegetables served with bread. The quality of the various hams was quite good, with adequate oiliness and aroma; the cheese was rich and creamy without any particularly strong fermented taste. However, the vegetables and fruits did not appear very fresh, and the ciabatta was dry, hard, and chewy, requiring considerable effort to chew.

I don't mean to be dramatic but I had the best scone of my life here this morning. HEAVEN! Coffee…read morewas pretty damn good too. Thank you!

I really love this place. Delicious food, beautiful/local artwork, and the staff is gold. I know…read moreI'm going to pay more when I walk through the doors, and that's okay - I want to support our local shops in Arlington. However, $9.10 for this drink is too much. Yes, I got a syrup and almond milk. But a charge for ice?!! Petty. Especially in this economy.

Excellent Food... Excellent Service…read more.. Very pleasant experience overall... Hosting staff could use some people skill building...

birthday donut was something we enjoyed for our family member…read more With a handicapped guest, we usually sit at the back corner table. It was dirty, and they told us we'd have to wait. After waiting, we made do with other tables, which weren't set up. Our waiter brought water, then disappeared. Long wait to get our drink order in, for which they did not have at least one of them. Our waiter went missing again and was finally flagged down to take our lunch order. After a long wait, two of the five dishes we ordered came out. We had to request cutlery, and we sat and waited as they brought out dishes to the other parties that came in AFTER us. Did I mention that it was NOT crowded? maybe five tables had guests. Once about ten minutes had passed, I flagged down the waiter to check on the food. Another five minutes passed and two more dishes came out. Finally, the grilled donut our grandson ordered arrived long after we finished eating. We usually hang around and get a second round of drinks. The lack of welcome and poor service precluded that. I spoke to the waiter about the delays and was given shrugged shoulders in response. The message was for management. We loved this place these past couple of years, it really worked for us. However, we got the message loud & clear.

Minimalist, cozy Tufts student-dominated coffee spot with great coffee and cookies. The service was…read morefriendly and prompt - felt like a Brooklyn outpost I was happy to stumble upon in Medford. I took a meeting here with my colleague, and came early to get some head's down work done. The music set a great ambiance to focus, and the decor is simple (great for those of us with adhd), with indoor / outdoor seat options and great light. Will definitely be coming back soon and cannot wait to try more of the food/baked items in future.

I was so happy to stumble upon this coffee shop while I was near the Tufts University campus. When…read moreI arrived, it was packed. But by the time I ordered my coffee, a seat opened up at the window. There were lots of great seating options from family style tables to smaller tables for 2. I sat at the window bar and enjoyed the view (and people watching). The coffee was absolutely delicious, and I enjoyed my avocado toast. The spread was so thick and had great seasoning with pumpkin seeds - a nice touch.

Very nice staff and the crepes are delicious! You can sit inside or outside on the patio during…read morenice weather. Good coffee as well.

It's a cute cafe with nice outdoor seating and the food is good, but the service isn't great. I…read morefelt super rushed when ordering despite being the only person in line the morning I was there. The girl who took my order didn't really give us a chance to look at the menu, stared, and rushed me when I was speaking which threw me off a bit. They also serve you through a window (looks like a makeshift drive-thru, or "walk-thru") which is cool, but I noticed the same girl was getting easily annoyed when customers weren't quick to receive their order. She also made my coffee in a unique way which really surprised me. They have a giant jug of iced coffee that they keep in the bottom cabinet, instead of having drip or brew. The coffee itself was pretty decent, though. My ham and cheese crepe was okay but there was not enough ham or cheese, it was mostly just egg. My friend's portion was also small but the food was good. I think I would give it another shot.

Excellent food, attentive wait staff, nice ambiance. Three of us had the Faroe Islands Salmon -…read morethey were cooked to perfection.

My guest and I came by this very unassuming wine bar for happy hour and enjoyed our time here. It…read moreshares an entrance with another store so it could use clearer signage and a coat rack or umbrella stand by the door. I only say this because it was raining and would have made us drier and more comfortable at the bar. Staff were welcoming and attentive, we got our food and drink quickly. The kale brussels sprouts caesar was delicious, and we enjoyed our drinks- however he expected his to be a bit sweeter and I expected mine to be a bit saltier. These are personal preferences but I asked for some olives since my cocktail leaned red pepper more than the briney drink I anticipated.

One of my favorite places! The hardest part of coming to MA France is choosing between so many…read moreoptions. We love the croissants, desserts, bread, espresso ... too much to count and always a treat.

Ok, but a little disappointing. It must be difficult running a business like this and building a…read morefollowing. I got inspired by watching youtube to make a jambon buerre sandwich - supposedly a popular quick sandwich for Parisians. The sandwich is half a baguette with butter and French bistro ham. I tried searching all over for the French bistro ham with no luck. The only options were online sources with expensive shipping and/or expensive minimum order sizes. Somehow I stumbled upon MA-France nearby in Arlington and they sell jambon-buerre sandwiches. It's a small shop that sells sandwiches, pastries, and a small offering of French food products. Lots of pastries and baked goods like quiche, tarts, cookies, croissants, etc. The cheese offerings were very limited and basic. I can imagine that the cheeses that they sell are the same types and brands that they use for making sandwiches. For example, they sell President brand Brie - that you can also buy at Costco and market basket. Disappointing, but understandable because they can't afford to buy more variety and more expensive offerings without a big enough client base to buy those cheeses before they go bad. Getting back to the sandwich - it was half a baguette with some thick slices of butter and two pieces of French bistro ham. The bread was kind of dense and the crust was more chewy than crispy. I was disappointed that they didn't bother to spread the butter, but if they're not selling enough sandwiches then they're probably keeping the butter in the refrigerator - making it too difficult to spread. When I got home I fixed up the sandwich to my liking. Overall, the sandwich was okay, but not good enough to make me want to go back. At least I was able to solve my hunger for the jambon buerre sandwich.

Belmont's best! Love this place so much. From the food to the vibe to the community, Ovenbird got…read moreit all. Definitely my go-to place in Belmont.

Pros: Excellent food and coffee drinks. Their coffee drinks with great local beans from Broadsheet…read moreroasters were prepared with lovely latte art and tasted perfect. Their foods like soups and avocado toast were also delicious and made with care. Cons: A $1 oat surcharge only makes sense if you don't do the math. Against conventional dairy, the difference is a quarter. Against good local dairy, it's nothing. Overall: A great cafe experience, despite screams from someone's unruly children.