What a delight. This coffee place was a few blocks from our Airbnb and was a logical stop to…read morecaffeinate on our final Boston morning this past Monday, which was rainy and not the best. My top-tier chum who literally went to the school of hospitality and I stopped by around 10am, and the place was jumping. The vibe in here (an important feature of a coffeehouse) is just truly excellent. It reminded me of an English cottage, though maybe at least that was partially due to the weather. It's very cozy with a lot of ye olde wood vibes, and quite a few horse homages throughout. This is pretty close to a few colleges so it's unsurprising that the vast majority of other patrons were clearly revving up before class or writing a paper or something. The one arguable knock to the interior is that the seating is pretty limited. We had to wait for our items, which ended up giving us time to wait for space to open up near the counter. There's also an outdoor area that had a lot of seating availability and could have been used in a pinch, but it never came to that. Honestly? Wouldn't change a thing. We got a few treats to ingest here. I was hankering for some carbs and went for bacon egg and cheese on a toasted everything bagel, which might be my naughty breakfast go-to going forward. It was delicious and really hit the spot. Just perfectly done. I also grabbed a lemon iced scone, which unfortunately I didn't have much of an appetite for after my bagel sandwich carnage, so I had to settle for nipping at it on our afternoon drive home. Was still excellent - love a good iced or sugar-encrusted scone, and this met the occasion. Moist and not too crumbly. To whet (and wet) the palate, I also got a strawberry latte, which was decent. I really respected the service here. The women behind the counter were pretty slammed throughout our visit, and I thought my chum was a LITTLE high maintenance during the ordering process, but they handled her with aplomb and didn't bat an eye when she belatedly created a second order after prematurely ending the first. They had a lot to do back there and nothing suffered as a result - clearly well managed and streamlined operation here. We also really liked the quotes on the walls. I don't know if all of the wall space was dedicated to it, but it was very prevalent in our area by the door/counter. Nice mixture of inspirational shizzle with some naughty Instagram handles. Really cool, special place.

I absolutely love this spot! It's one of the most unique and neighborly cafes in all of Boston! The…read morestaff is kind, the people are joyous, the atmosphere is calming, and truly everything about it just takes you out of the hustle and bustle of the city and into a quaint countryside-esque world full of comfort and warmth. Aside from the excellent environment, Farmer's Horse also has some excellent food and drinks that feel both homey and satisfying but also elevated and satisfying! For Boston, the prices are quite low as well, and you definitely get what you pay for. They have an assortment of tasty pastries as well as an impressively extensive menu considering the small space. As a california native, I was very impressed with their breakfast burrito and highly recommend it! It's not quite like how california does it, but it's pretty darn good in its own right. I love the simple yet fresh flavors, and it kept me full all day long for only $9 (w/ modifications)! This spot is a MUST try if you're looking for some calming and refreshing vibes or somewhere nice and relaxing to work!

I've come here a few times before and tried multiple items before: HK milk tea, Kashmiri chai,…read morewintermelon oolong, red date ginger tea, hojicha latte, and matcha latte. What brought me here originally is the HK milk tea. It's one of the few drinks on the menu that isn't presweetened. I think it's the best HK milk tea I've had at these modern cafes outside of Hong Kong. Their blend of tea leaves gives it a depth of flavor with a ton of umami and after taste. It's not rough on the tongue or bitter. Despite knowing they batch prepare the tea blends, I can't taste oxidation or overboiling here. I appreciate how they would use a shaker to mix the milk and tea base together when you're ordering it iced. You're not really chasing a gradient effect for HK milk tea, so I'm happy to receive a cup ready to drink. Iced doesn't taste diluted and the tea flavor still comes through despite muted iciness. Since they use whole milk instead of evaporated milk, it won't taste as heavy or harsh on the stomach as OG ones. I don't mind this substitute as the tea flavors are still robust enough to hold up the drink without the thicker dairy. This places deserves a 5* even just for their HK milk tea! Kashmiri Chai also stands out to me. It's the not the typical chai (i.e. Starbucks). It's a beautiful pink coral beige color. It tastes a bit savory and sweet and warm at the same time. All the flavors are subtle yet together make a flavorful drink. I get creamy buttery flavors. Wintermelon oolong and red date ginger tea are both very comforting options if it's cold outside or I feel under the weather. They're a bit sweet for my preference but I don't think I can adjust sweetness. Flavors are strong though. Hojicha latte is an off-menu item that I requested after seeing there was the powder behind the counter. I think they used to offer it but not sure why not anymore. Matcha latte isn't a strength there. I appreciate how they whisk each cup after you order it. It tastes a bit like cereal/grain. I wish it was stronger and more concentrated though. I appreciate how all their hot drinks are boiled on a pot on the stove rather than microwave or stored in a thermos which ends up making the drinks lukewarm. Also shout out to one of the owners from Hong Kong, Andy. He was here during one of my visits and as what other people have mentioned already, he's super friendly. He loves striking up conversations with his customers. He's happy to provide suggestions on restaurants, cafes, and bars around Boston. He travels a lot, so he's not always around, but say hi if you see him. He's also into arts, so the rotating art collection in the café is curated by him. Appreciate how he supports local artists and the community (various collaborations and community events).

The Sipping Room by Breeze is a small, intimate cafe in Boston that feels like a genuine find…read morerather than another coffee shop filling a corner. We walked into a minimalist and calm space with enough personality to make it comfortable for a longer stay, the kind of room where the lighting and the seating encourage you to settle in rather than rush out. The dalgona coffee is one of the standout orders and delivered the creamy, slightly bitter contrast that makes the format work when it is done well. We had it with oat milk, which smoothed out the richness without losing the depth of the coffee underneath. The matcha was another high point, aromatic and grassy in a way that reflects quality sourcing, and notably not overly sweet. The hojicha with hojicha foam was on rotation during our visit, layered and smooth in a way that made it an easy recommendation for anyone who leans toward roasted, nutty flavors. Prices across the menu are genuinely affordable for the quality. The loose leaf teas can be rebrewed multiple times, which added real value to the experience as we settled in for a while. Service was warm and unhurried, with staff who clearly know the drink menu well and are happy to talk through the options without any pressure. For a handcrafted drink in a space that feels like it was built for people who actually care about what they are drinking, The Sipping Room earns a spot on the short list. We would come back for the dalgona coffee and a quiet afternoon with a rebrewed pot of tea.

All Capital One Cafes partner with Verve Coffee, so you'll usually find the same setup here with…read moredrinks and banking services in one space. I mainly come to this location to study on the second floor, and it's a really solid spot with plenty of seating and a good overall atmosphere. I've had the chance to try a few drinks through their promotions, and while none of them were bad, I wouldn't go out of my way to pay for one. Most of them are way too sweet. I still really like the space and will continue coming back to do work.

This coffee shop is inside of a bank so it is a good space and it is clean. There are places for…read moreyou to sit and enjoy your coffee and pastries. The staff who work here are very nice. The only reason for the four stars is because the service is pretty slow even when it is not crowded at all. The coffee is delicious though.

We were looking for a Sunny spot to sit and have beverage to refresh ourselves after walking…read morearound. This was cute because it had this cool downstairs area and then around a different door. A lovely patio. Food was delicious. It is counter service but they were all very friendly. So much variety to choose from. It was hard to select what we wanted to eat. I love the decor. It's all about the theme of FRIENDS, the TV show so it's almost exactly like recreating the cafe that they all hung out in.

Central Perk can be easy to miss and walk right past, but I'm so glad I managed to squeeze a visit…read moreto this place in during my short trip to Boston. A true homage to the hit TV show friends, you'll walk in and feel like you already know your way around. And you'll even find Central Perk sweaters for sale and a wide television behind playing episodes of Friends! There are seating options both outside and inside, but I didn't have trouble finding a place to sit & camp for about half an hour. Service was chill. You can tell they're used to customers being in awe of the aesthetic. I'm sure they're all used to being busy. One thing I appreciated is that no matter how busy the counter was, there was always someone around cleaning tables expeditiously for new visitors. I ordered their seasonal red sangria, but they have plenty of other options [(red/white) sangria, food, beer, and of course coffee].

Delicious matcha and great service!! Baristas were very friendly and accommodating! Iread more

Great service, cups, and, coffee!…read more Will definitely be back here more often, super convenient!

You know when you discover an awesome find and can't wait to share. This was it for me. We don't…read morehave any or many stores like this one in Florida. It looks like an old-fashioned coffee store. It is well-known among the locals. Polcari's Coffee sells more than coffee. It is a place you want to check out. You will not leave empty-handed. They have a good variety of teas and coffees. They sell them by the pound, and they will freshly grind the coffee for you. It smells so good here. What got my attention was the herbs and spices. They had a good variety of them at a really good price. They sell them by the pound. I saw some that were only sold at specialty markets in my state. Picture this: I am in Boston on vacation buying cardamom pods and paprika and other spices to take back home, lol. Because I can smell and feel the freshness of the product, I can't pass it up. The staff was helpful. I learned about the different types of coffee grounds depending on the type of coffee. The customer service was good. I loved this store.

Cute shop with excellent selection of coffee and teas with great flavor. Nice neighborhood shop…read morewith an owner who really knows his products. Described what I was looking for and he directed me to some great options. Wish I lived closer because I would be a frequent customer.

I visited the Phin coffee house next to the Atlas hotel on Western by Harvard Business school and…read morehad a wonderful experience. I tried the avocado toast - it was phenomenal. My husband loved his salmon and cream cheese bagel. Then i decided to try to the Coconut coffee. Oh.my.gosh. It was one of the most delicious drinks I've ever tried. Creamy, whipped coconut cream and strong, rich coffee poured on top. I need a Phin coffee in Minnesota! Wonderful staff!! I'll be stopping by on every trip to Boston!

Had walked by here to work a few times and wanted to stop in and try. We ordered 2 versions of…read morematcha drinks, one being the matcha ube and the other the matcha paradise. The staff overall was nice especially the gentleman who was tidying up the space. Thank you sir. Now I'm a fan of da chanh drink, so my paradise was nice and refreshing, the ube was nice that it had bits of ube in there as well and not concentrated syrup. The downside for us was the matcha flavor didn't come thru at all on either iteration of the drinks, not sure if it is a ratio deal? Matcha stock deal? Or just an off day we did come near closing. All the best, probably eventually stop by again when working to give another go on a pure matcha latte and see how that fairs.

There's no better feeling than falling in love. That happened to me today, and the lucky recipient…read morewas The Bittersweet Shoppe on Newbury Street. I hadn't been back home to Boston since before COVID, and there's something special about rediscovering your hometown while finding a place that instantly feels like it's always belonged in your life. I met owner Tracy, who opened the shop after I'd moved away. She told me how the business evolved through the post-pandemic years until becoming what it is today. She absolutely nailed it. The Bittersweet Shoppe feels like an extension of Tracy herself: warm, welcoming, and full of personality. The café has an almost Harry Potter charm of coziness, complete with what I dubbed the "first date corner," a tucked-away little seating area behind the dessert counter that practically begs for two people to fall in love over dessert and coffee. The menu is something I'd expect to find at a princess/unicorn party, complete with sandwiches, cakes, cookies, pastries, fried dough, specialty drinks...there's so much to choose from that if I came back every day to try something different, I'll still be here through next February. My sister ordered the iced coconut coffee. I went with a peanut butter-drizzled iced coffee that was so sinfully good I may have to stop by confession this weekend. The indoor seating is every bit as charming as the outdoor patio, making it one of those rare places where you genuinely want to linger instead of rushing off to your next stop. I had to fly back to Los Angeles today, but I'll be back home soon. And when I do, I already know where my first date will be.

What a charming place! Ambiance was cute, cozy, and clean…read more The feta and spinach breakfast item was stellar: fresh, flavorful, and baked to the right level of crispiness. Service was friendly and helpful. Would definitely come back!!