I've been going to Recreo with my older sister since they opened and they've easily become a staple…read moreof West Roxbury. They have the most lovely outside seating in the warmer weather that is comfortable for pets and children that has hosted events over the years as well. The service is always wonderful, the baristas greet you with smiles on their faces even when it's early and bustling which starts your day off great. The hot chocolate is my favorite drink, the bitterness of the cacao they use is so unique and compliments any of their bakery items I would recommend it to anyone.

Recreo is AMAZING!! Never disappoints. Their matcha and lattes are delicious and the staff is so…read morekind and genuine. They have a cute outdoor patio in the back and inside is a great comfortable place to work and catchup with friends

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.

Authentic Colombian coffee inside a large ex-industrial building. The space is neatly decorated and…read moreboards on the wall show the bean to mug process. You can look into the back and see where they roast their beans and all of the coffee bean sacks waiting to be roasted. Staff were friendly. Decent amount of parking right in front and an overflow lot across the street. Definitely a hidden gem in my book!

The cafe is cool and has so many interesting decorations. The workers are very nice. The coffee and…read moreempanadas are great - generous servings for large coffees. I was hoping they would also offer savory arepas con queso (and/or with eggs, chorizo).

A must go if you find yourself in the area of Harvard, Broadsheet is a highly regarded local…read moreroaster with a great store front. Walking in and you're greeted by walls of different roasts to buy and bring home ranging from the classic to more exotic (not a George Howell level of variety but not far off). The space itself is good sized but quite popular so don't expect that a seat is guaranteed. For the coffee itself I went with a lavender soda with a shot of espresso and my wife had a maple latte. The lavender espresso soda was perfectly done with a great mix of the espresso with just a hint of lavender. Even though it was on the cooler side they had a nice selection of outdoor seating on the sidewalk which we enjoyed.

This is a coffee shop I often buy breakfast from, and this time I tried their local bakery line…read more Dirty Buns Egg & Cheese Sando: My first impression was that it was a rather uninspired sandwich, without even any vegetables. Why would they charge $10 for a measly amount of egg and cheese...? However, the taste was actually quite good. The bread was soft and buttery, and the cheesy egg was very creamy. Also, if you're ordering online for takeout, it's best to tell the staff when you arrive. Several times I've waited until the designated time to find the staff before they even looked at my order and quickly made and packaged it...

This location is NOT a retail location and is not customer facing. This location is NOT a coffee…read moreshop. It's an office and their roastery. I didn't know this beforehand when I went to the Acton location and also wasted a ton of time trying to find it. Go to one of their other locations like The Godfrey in Downtown Crossing Boston or the Boston Public Market.

Excellent coffee and amazing food, including best pastries from Seven Stars Bakery. The relaxed and…read morequiet ambience coupled with excellent service is conducive to a wonderful experience. I had the pleasure of chatting finer coffee points with Mr. Howell himself (see photo). And the adjoining shop has first-rate coffee paraphernalia as well as George's coffee selection!

4.3/5 This is a…read morefantastic grab and go spot, very small so there isn't really seating here, but don't let that stop you from getting a coffee to go. Good prices as well, around $5-7 range which is common for a solid coffee shop. Flannel Latte ordered iced: Good quality espresso very smooth not over or under extracted, I enjoyed the cracked allspice and maple and found they paired very well with the drink, not too milky or overbearing espresso, just a well rounded cup. My mom ordered a wet cappuccino: classic latte art that was nice to look at, perfect foam, very light rounded espresso flavor throughout due to the extra foam my mom likes. I enjoyed this hot drink on a cold day like today. I do wish there were a bit more coffee bags and the tasting notes/info/source was a bit bigger more direct on the bag kind if how jejes bags are but this is just a very minor preference. I would love to come back and try more!

Gracenote is easily one of the best coffee shops in Boston when it comes to pure coffee quality…read more They have their own roastery! I had a cortado, and it was absolutely delicious -- balanced, smooth, and dialed in perfectly. If you care about flavor and craftsmanship in the cup, this place delivers every time. A quick note: the shop itself is small, with some standing room but no chairs or tables. It's not a spot to study or work from -- it's a grab-your-coffee-and-go kind of place. But for the coffee alone? Completely worth the five stars.

My Rancillio Silvia expresso machine stopped working, and I was unable to repair it myself, nor get…read moreit to work by pressing the internal reset button. I dropped the machine off, and asked the repairman how long I would have to drink instant coffee. He smiled and said he would give me a call when it was ready. In 48 hours it was ready for pick-up. He also said the if I could wait an extra day, he could replace the badly worn group gasket, but that he had to get one locally since he was out of stock. I was ecstatic to get the machine the next day. They put it in my car, and included a small zip-lock bag with the old thermostat and gasket. Exceptional service!

From the owner: As leaders of the industry through recent decades, Espresso Express has set the standard in quality…read morecoffee services. Offering only the finest coffees and tea, including our award-winning Kahvé espresso, we provide nothing less than the best. Our optimal brewing systems and experienced technical support caters to all your coffee needs - from product to equipment sales, maintenance, and repair. We proudly offer exceptional coffee service, from bean to brew.

Loved this coffee. My husband got peppermint mocha and I got egg nog lattes. I got the last one for…read morethe morning on the day we left. Very nice staff and very good coffee. Even did cute little designs as well. Quick and sincere the sugar and milk were already in the drinks it actually ended up being a really good balance for us. I normally am really picky and so is my husband about if it's too sweet and he if it's sweet enough. And it was prefect. Thank you.

Ordered the standard cold brew for $5.30…read more We parked in the garage, so ended up spending some time here to cover parking costs. Staff was quick and friendly.

Went here expecting a premium coffee experience but coffee was mediocre at best. Slightly oxidized…read moreand maybe beans with some defects. Not worth premium price they charge, but may give another chance to see if they can improve. Hoping it improves.

Tucked away, this is what Yelp is great for. Definitely hidden gem of a coffee shop. They roast,…read moreand can tell you more than I need to know about the flavor profiles. But their passion for coffee comes through in the product...Best espresso drinks in the area.

This is a cute little cafe with large windows on the storefront. There's a small amount of tables,…read morebar seating, and stadium seating to suit your needs. Wait time was about 15 min, which they tell you as soon as you order. The wait was well worth it. I got a hot hojicha latte and it is one of the best I have tried. It was only after I left that I realized this cafe actually originates from Kyoto. I cannot wait to come back to try more things on the menu the next time I am in Boston. Would recommend this spot to anyone.

Ogawa is one of my most frequented coffee shops because I always order their hojicha latte every…read moretime I'm in downtown Boston! Hojicha is a roasted green tea with a similar creamy consistency as matcha, and is imported from Japan to Ogawa in Boston! Their matcha and hojicha lattes are truly, some of the best I've had in the city During the spring, they have their limited rose matcha latte which has a strong rose flavor for the floral tea lovers (little too strong for my tastebuds~) and during the Fall, they have their salted caramel pumpkin latte (which has a more mild pumpkin flavor in my opinion). They have a few different sandwiches and desserts on their menu, but I think their egg sandos made with their in-house shokupan are my favorite!!