I needed to kill time while my son was taking a driving lesson in Winchester. It's not really worth…read moredriving home to sit there for 15 minutes and I'll drive back to pick him up. Decided to stop into the local caffe Nero in Winchester. As far as chain goes, this is a very small location, but still retains the airy industrial eclectic feel of a warehouse filled with combination of rustic furniture and your grandparents antique stuffed chairs and a fireplace that belongs in a log cabin. I like to say it still has cozy vibes and is conducive to enjoying a lengthy conversation with your friends. There were two people at the counter and the one who served me was polite, but also seemed pretty tired. I am guessing I arrived at the end of her long holiday Monday shift. I did not stop her from making my oatmilk matcha latte with love and artistry. I know countertop with my laptop and free Wi-Fi with USB ports and electric sockets available for free (or for the price of a coffee or tea). It's loud in here, but I will put in my headphones and get into flow until I need to pick my son up. Thank you, Caffè Nero. This is exactly what I needed.

Cafe Nero is a little overpriced. Thirteen dollars for a 16oz latte and an almond croissant stands…read moreout, especially when The Bagel Bar across the street would charge roughly half. I understand that prices are what they are now, but it's still something you notice. Even so, I stopped in, and overall, I'm glad I did. The almond croissant was genuinely very good. The almond flavor was present and clear without being overpowering or overly sweet, which is harder to pull off than it sounds. It tasted fresh and well-made, not like an afterthought sitting under glass all day. The sugar-free caramel latte was also solid--creamy, rich, and well-balanced. It didn't taste watered down or overly artificial, which can sometimes happen with sugar-free syrups. The atmosphere lands somewhere between calm and busy. There's a steady hum of low conversation, the usual coffeehouse music quietly filling the space, and dim lighting that feels intentional rather than gloomy. It's comfortable and relaxed, the kind of place where you can sit, read, think, or pretend to get work done without feeling rushed. The staff was friendly, efficient, and knew what they were doing. Ordering was quick and easy, with no confusion or awkward pauses. There's a good selection of standard coffee shop food--sandwiches, croissants, pastries, power bars, and other small bites--nothing groundbreaking, but enough variety to find something that works. Overall, it's a pleasant and reliable experience. Not especially memorable, but consistently good, comfortable, and well-run. You leave satisfied, caffeinated, and only mildly aware of what you just spent, which feels about right.

Studio cafe is such a wonderful addition to Woburn Center! I went this week and got one of their…read morespecials, the banana hazelnut latte, and it was wonderful- not too sweet with the perfect flavor! The biscuit breakfast sandwiches are a must-try! They have a lot of seating so it's a perfect place to meet with friends or get some work done. Can't wait to return!

My favorite place for a breakfast sandwich when I'm in town. The sandwich is enormous and the egg…read morepatty is square and thick. I get two meals out of it. The eggs are well cooked and the sausage it delicious.

I had the best almond croissant and olive bread that I have ever had. The customer service was…read moregreat. The prices are affordable. It is a quaint spot, that everyone should stop by at least once.

Warm greetings and warm croissants! A lovely morning treat in an open bright space that keeps the…read morefocus all on the baked goods. Excited to return to try some olive bread and a baguette!

I was waiting for my son to take his driving test at Middlesex driving Academy in Winchester and…read moredecided to take a walk to Dunkin' Donuts. A couple of stores prior to Dunkin' Donuts. I noticed this little shop across the street called bagels and brew and decided to stop in to check it out. First of all the interior is adorable, but please be warned that there are a few steps down so not accessible for everyone. The staff is very nice and funny and they all seem to enjoy working together and were even supporting one of the workers who had some neck pain. Best of all the bagels are fresh and delicious with lots of options to choose from. Also, my thin, mint decaf almond milk latte really hit the spot. So much better than a Dunkin' Donuts latte!

Reasonably priced, great atmosphere, friendly staff, decent parking availability too.read more

This is an updated review: The muffins are yummy and it's very cute inside, but I might go to the…read moreWakefield location even though this one is way closer to me. I don't know if the staff were just having a bad morning or maybe there were customers with bad attitudes before me, but dang. There was no one behind me and I wasn't fully sure what kind my friends would want. I wanted to peruse some. I was in and out in about 5 minutes, but the woman behind the counter seemed bothered that I was asking questions about the muffins like the flavors. The display case doesn't have them listed by the muffins. There's a flavor board behind the counter which is helpful, but it would be better if they were each labeled somewhat so you could see and pick them. I asked 2 questions overall and panicked and just picked 2 other flavors hoping they would be okay, but it wasn't as good of an experience as last month and left me a bit flustered. I'm never expecting over the top super happy, springy first thing in the morning but rolling your eyes and acting exhausted from 2 questions just seemed like a bit much for a happy and bright muffin spot.

For how good their muffins are you would expect there to always be a bigger line. Maybe they're…read morejust a great best kept secret or maybe they also just have incredible staff who work so quickly! Either way this place is more than worth it if you're in the area. Recently I tried their Chai latte and it was to die for. Am always happy coming here. Small shop with no seating but plenty of parking.

Tatte has become a staple in the Boston area. This is was a…read moreperfect addition to Lexington center. The location is really nice, lots of seating inside and out. You order at the counter and take a number if you're dining in. This time around I ordered the Halloumi salad. It was delicious--perfect combo of sweet and salty. A pretty good portion for the price. My mom got the halloumi breakfast sandwich which she enjoyed too. It's clean inside and staff is friendly. It does get very busy so sometimes finding a seat is hard. I really like their selection of food--whether I want a sweet treat or something savory. Check them out--tatte like latte :)

Tatte has become our favorite spot for sandwiches. It is neat and quiet inside, more spacious than…read moreexpected. Although it is on the a bit pricy side, their sandwiches are phenomenal. We love all of them, especially the Italians BLAT, short rib grilled cheese, and chicken salad.

Good spot went for lunch a few times this week and enjoyed it every time…read more The line was quick not bad

If you've ever been to a Pressed Cafe (yes, just one), you may be forgiven to assume they're all…read moremostly alike. This review is to tell you otherwise. Some are much larger (like this one). Some are drive-thru only (like the one near my house). I'm gonna talk about the former real quick. Naturally, the menu is basically the same. On this day, I was having lunch. Ergo, I opted to try the Chipotle Short Rib & Egg burrito (as a bowl because I'm a man of culture) accompanied with a cup of chowdah. I must say...I expected there to be a bit more flavor, what - with the Chipotle sauce n' all. Alas, I had to add my own salt. This is mostly a nitpick, but really...can we please season our beef? Just a lil bit even? So, the biggest difference you'll notice at this location is the parking situation. It's....annoying. Because on the one hand, you technically have ample amounts of spaces to park in. Or...you WOULD, if not for the signs en masse that read "[insert corporate company name here] parking only - all violators will be towed at owner's expense." I find this hilarious because I feel like that would be impossible to enforce for folks parking less than 10 minutes to pick up an order like I did. So, I guess my pro tip of the day would be: feel free to park wherever at your own risk if and ONLY if you're getting take-away. If you're actually dining in, I suppose you'll have to wait painstakingly for one of the few parking spots actually designated for Pressed specifically to open. By the way, if you're picking up a take-away order, the take-out shelf is smack dab next to their side entrance opposite the side where you would normally order your food. It's one of those "blink once and you'll miss it" type things the first time visiting. From my vantage point, this place stays quite busy. Not surprising, considering the Burlington area in general. Clearly, a lot of folks come here mid-work day which is also the only reason I came here to begin with. Overall, not a bad lunch stop, though the parking can be slightly obnoxious. I'm giving Pressed Cafe in Burlington 4 Chipotle Short Rib bowls dubiously seasoned out of 5.

I absolutely love love love this place! Everything is so delicious and fresh and the employees are…read morevery friendly. My favorite is the jambon beurre with suisse cheese on a fresh baguette...so yummy! Everything else is amazing as well, you really can't go wrong.

Authentic neighborhood spot with a cozy, bright, and casual atmosphere. Everything is made with…read morehigh-quality ingredients, and every item we've tried has been excellent. We originally started going for the fresh baguettes and loaves of bread, but their dessert pastries have become a favorite too. A great local gem we keep coming back to!