First time visiting and I was impressed. The shop is clean with many menu options. The coffee is…read moregood--I had a hot ham and cheese croissant in the morning. It wasn't crowded, which made it even more enjoyable. Highly recommend

the "incredible "bagel sandwich was absolutely the most disgusting breakfast sandwich I've ever…read morehad. The menu says fresh, healthy, etc. etc. the only thing fresh about that bagel was the avocado and maybe the egg. Pretty sure it was Oscar Meyer "bacon" or some other form of microwavable bacon (which isn't really bacon ). Which is totally unacceptable in this day and age. And the sweet sauce they put on it was horrendous. My stomach hurt the entire day. If you're not going to use quality bagels and quality bacon, you should not be charging almost $13 a sandwich. your menu should also list the ingredients line by line. I asked the cashier what was on this and he did not mention a disgusting sweet sauce. It's no wonder there's a line out the door for the café down the street and two people inside this café. Although I did not get anything else, but that sandwich, I will not be returning based on that alone. You should be ashamed for even serving that.

Thought of coming here since we were at the area. I saw some posts online about this new place (not…read moresure how new it is) so decided to stop by to see what's up. It was pretty quiet when I got inside. There was only one person I saw watching the store. The selection was not too bad I would say and they had cute decorations on the wall. I ordered a 4 pack of mochidonuts, and also ordered 2 drinks, I looked up the menu prior to going there and they lady that was watching did not know those drinks and they don't even offer some of it. I was kind of disappointed at that since I was expecting so much more. The mochi donuts I got was also ok, I would say I've had better donuts. The drinks were too sweet. I barely even dranked mine.

I tried the mochi donuts and they were fine, but I wish they were more chewy. I think they have a…read morehigher bread to mochi ratio and my personal preference is more mochi. Otherwise they're nicely made, aesthetically pleasing, and have multiple flavors.

Excellent oat latte. Comfortable seating. Leather couches and lots of open seating…read more Only tried the coffee. Great staff!

I drove by here for over a decade and never had the chance to stop but I stopped today The vibe…read moreinside is aged comfort. Marble tables with mismatched chairs and beat up old leather sofas. Chandeliers that have to harken back to much older tenants in this space. The food is good, I had a ham egg and cheese on croissant and it was wonderful. The croissant was surprisingly fresh. The cappuccino was rounded and smooth and didn't taste at all burnt. Service was ok. Polite but not engaging, my cappuccino was forgotten entirely and I had to ask for it again but it was then made promptly. Regulars that came in behind me had a completely different experience. Service was bright and engaging for them. Again, there was nothing BAD about my service, it was just milquetoast and the baristas seemed disinterested. This is definitely a place where people come and linger and there were folks sprawled about the sofas and typing away at the tables. If I lived in Waltham, I's probably make it a staple in my routine. But I did not linger long, I ate my sandwich, sipped half my coffee and took the rest on my way. I have a feeling this is the kind of place that just grows on you overtime, that said, if you need a coffee or tea and a snack on your way, this may be worth a stop.

The passion for coffee here is evident from the second you walk in. All locally roasted and…read moreprepared to maximize the flavor of the coffee. I had an iced Dutch Brew (their speciality) and enjoyed the smoothness and flavor of the coffee. Service was helpful and thoughtful carefully measuring out to make sure each coffee was consistent and excellent. Can't wait to try a pour over at their new seaport location where I have more time.

Great spot with authentic coffee and loads of information…read more The genuinely care about customers, love to get others into coffee, answer questions thoughtfully, have great coffee tools they work with, a website dedicated to coffee information, etc. I mostly come to buy beans since they roast their own in the back and make their own blends from variety, limited and single origin roasts. I always pick up a bag or two each time I visit and make espresso and pour over at home. They have a fantastic mocha/Dutch brew and good pour over. Go pick yourself up a few bags and enjoy the coffee ride.

People prone to using the word "lovely" would use it to describe this strip mall cafe run by the…read moreowners of Dumpling Daughter next door. It has stylish banquettes and decor more commonly seen in swanky Italian eateries, but it works here. A fireplace and constant jazz music also help set the tone. I'm not a fan of Dumpling Daughter or the croissants or pre-wrapped chemical-tasting cookies here, but I absolutely LOVE Heirloom's blueberry muffin. Even without much of a dome, it packs fluffiness, richness, and great dough flavor, along with plump, moist, fresh fruit. A little sugar on top adds coarseness and a reminder of the Jordan Marsh days. And the rest of the muffin doesn't have any of that supermarket sugarless I hate. A really superb offering, and that atmosphere certainly helps.

Heirloom is a lovely coffee shop. Located in a very nice downtown area it's a bit off the main…read moreroad, behind buildings directly on the street. In a building with other businesses, there is plenty of shared parking. The interior is modern and clean. Big doors swing in with a vestibule between two sets of doors. The menu is both over the order counter and there are copies on a host stand if you prefer to read that. There are plenty of items to choose from on their menu including egg plates, wraps and breakfast sandwiches and al la carte items like bagel and cream cheese, oatmeal and pastry. We ordered drip coffees, the breakfast burrito and the Eurasian egg plate. As we are dining in, a table number was given to us and we chose a table out on the front patio over looking the parking area. It's pretty quiet there as it's away from road traffic. Happily, the coffees came in a mug! Yay! Coffee in a mug is so much better than a paper cup. The milk and sugar counter is inside next to the order counter. Trash, highchairs and dish bins to bus your own tables are also in that area. Our meals were brought to the table by a food runner who had a big smile and was very nice. The portions are generous and the ingredients fresh. The Eurasian eggs have chili oil on them and I expected a bit more of a kick. The oil is more another layer of umami; subtle and welcome. Breakfast potatoes are soft and mild. A bit of salt and pepper wouldn't go amiss if you like more spice. The breakfast burrito flavors were strongly of the pulled pork with lots of textures in there. Public restrooms are to the left of the order counter. The pastry on offer included croissants, gluten-free items, banana bread and others. Lots of coffee and espresso drinks, tea drinks plus bottled drinks in a cooler are available. If you don't find something on the menu, the al la carte items should have you covered. Staff were friendly and efficient. Atmosphere is very comfortable. Would definitely return when in the area.

I only ordered two items off the menu but I'm currently in my black sesame era and it is…read moresurprisingly hard to find black sesame options in Boston. That being said, O'Some Cafe totally did it justice with the black sesame cookie and black sesame latte that I got. The flavor came through strongly in both and the cookie wasn't that oily and had a great texture. Black sesame tends to dry some cookies out but that wasn't the case here. Highly recommend and I would definitely come back to try their other options.

Oh hell yeah! This is a teeny tiny cafe that was filled with people. If you come here, plan on…read moreordering to go. I had a cold brew which was good, but the true standout is their selection of pastries. The options were beautiful and innovative and I wanted to try them all. I opted for a s'mores scone which looked incredible (sliced in half with a marshmallow and chocolate frosting piped in between), but it was even more delicious. Holy crap. The scone was moist (sorry for the word but usually people don't make scones well and they did!) and now I think all scones should have frosting. I will gladly come back.

I stopped by Cacao after a Pilates class next door and was pleasantly surprised! I didn't realize…read moreit was a Dominican coffee shop at first, but once I saw the decor, I had a little moment like, "wait a minute, why does all this feel familiar?!" And I may or may not be biased because I'll always support my people I ordered a buttered croissant and a dulce de leche latte to enjoy there. The space is homey and warm, the kind of place that immediately makes you feel grounded. For a few minutes, it really felt like home, especially seeing touches of my roots reflected in the atmosphere. The staff were super friendly and attentive, and there's a great variety of drinks and pastries. I'll definitely be back. So glad my friend recommended it.

Cacao is such a cozy little chocolate shop in the South End. However, the quality of their…read moreindividual chocolates were so-so. We were a bit disappointed because some pieces tasted stale while others were delicious. For their expensive price point, they all should've been perfect. My favorite was their nougatine, and my least favorite was the almond bark. The main reason I'm giving them a higher rating is because their hot chocolate is so rich + dreamy. Will def need to come back this winter to get it again, but would skip the bonbons next time.

What a pleasant atmosphere. Walking through the door, the first thing that hit me was the aroma of…read morecoffee. Yum. They are your basic coffee house feature home brewed coffee drinks. I went for the my favorite.... Ice coffee. The only drawback was they close at 5:00 so get your caffeine dose early.

Not a huge coffee person, but had to stop by since my husband wanted to get some work done. I…read moreordered the peach fizz which was perfectly sparkling, sweet, and tart. A bit expensive for what it was, but it is what it is. A nice little joint to get some work done or chill on a nice weekend. Saw some other folks doing Bible study or on coffee dates. Can't speak on the coffee, but the non caffeinated drinks are yummy.

A nice complement to the Courtyard Marriott! Yes, I'd certainly prefer to have a free breakfast at…read morethe hotel, but since there's isn't a free breakfast and you have to eat here... it's not too bad. I ordered a breakfast sandwich one morning and it was actually pretty good. It even came with a side of fruit! The service was fast and friendly. No complaints, I'd come back.

Totally agree with the earlier post. It's a bistro in the Marriott. Great for coffee and a quick…read moremeal. Would be 3 stars but the staff was excellent. Very attentive and friendly. Well run operation.

Delicious baked goods, smells amazing in here! I got an ice cream that was delicious! The cashier…read morewas also very kind and helpful I needed something for a headache and they also sell some otc pharmacy items.

Really nice selection of breads, and really neat music as well! I look forward to trying to the…read moretres leches cake, and some of the other enticing desserts. Really friendly staff.