Stopped by Ultimate Perk on a beautiful spring day and enjoyed one of my first iced chai lattes of…read morethe season. This iced chai was a great one. You can tell they don't use the run of the mill boxed chai syrup to make their chai lattes as the flavor was unique, but in the best way. My husband described it as "the spices of carrot cake in a cup" and I sort of like his description. If chai lattes are your thing, this is certainly one to try! My husband ordered a New Orleans cold brew coffee and this was also delicious. He doesn't usually have any sugar in his coffee, but tried it the way the drink was suggested (with cream and sugar) and wasn't disappointed. It wasn't overly sweet and the cold brew was smooth and not acidic. Definitely a new go to coffee shop when we're in Andover!

"I had been looking forward to visiting this coffee shop for two years. When I finally went in and…read moreordered my coffee, the barista looked at me and said, 'That is very expensive.' It felt as though I was being judged before even being given the chance to pay--without regard to who I am or what I have. Being treated this way, especially in a manner that felt tied to the color of my skin, was demeaning, unprofessional, and completely unacceptable."

This is a lovely, cozy, and popular coffee shop with a variety of baked goods and sandwiches. If…read morethey have gluten free offerings, I didn't see them. I took off one star because I like to have an option of organic and or single origin/region coffee. I didn't see anything like that. I thought the prices were reasonable.

The pastry case had flies all over the food. Service was good. Ambiance is casual but the dining…read morearea looked unkept.

I drove by this place for a week (staying in the hotel right behind it) when to wend to order…read moredinner, they Popped up.. No, it's not just coffee. It's so much more. The place was lit with warm light, the decor was classy yet contemporary. The lady at the counter helped me figure out what I wanted from their vast menu. And everything was delivered to my table fast and friendly. When I bit into the "backyard bowl" my first thought was F- yeah! It was so good. Short rib, chicken, bacon, and avocado of rice with an egg on top. It tasted great! Too bad I leave at zero-dark 30 tomorrow or I would come back for breakfast. (Which is served all day). Love it. I can't believe I missed a week of this place.

The food is quite good. I am missed about the fact that all the menus both online and in person…read morelack prices! Yes, at the counter, you can ask how much the price of each item before ordering it, but one would like to see and compare prices before ordering. Each of the places are busy so maybe other people don't care as much about this but I think it's a snarky way of running the restaurant.

I have always been a huge fan of Crack'd- I love their breakfast burritos and hash browns so very…read moremuch. However, the team of people that work there are truly the most amazing people. When we were in the process of losing our soul mate of a dog to lung cancer they would go above and beyond for our random orders and would always try to bring a smile to our face when we would pick it up. She wouldn't eat so we would call & ask for plain unseasoned grilled chicken or just bacon or whatever it was they always helped us out. Her last meal was bacon on the beach (her favorite place). Thank you for the amazing service.

Ya know, I once navigated to this place on accident before? Yeah. Still not sure what my GPS was…read moredoing that day. Because I normally go to the one in Salem. But on this day, I thought to myself, "Self, I really hate making that busy-as-hell left turn on South Broadway in Salem. What if we took a journey to the Andover location instead?" And so it was. I enter this cozy little restaurant carefully tucked against a slightly submerged parking garage. Although, I probably shouldn't say "little" because the interior was noticeably larger than its Salem counterpart. It's also noisy AF in there when it gets busier than a New York subway. So naturally, I ordered my usual to-go (a Country Classic with an extra egg and hashbrowns for those who don't know). Only it wasn't *quite* ready on time. Which, to be fair, is kind of a minor point. Thing is, they have to shout your name whenever your order is finally ready. This in and of itself can prove to be quite the challenge when bellowing atop the already roaring crowd of customers impeding the otherwise accessible pickup shelves. I'll do my best to describe the interior since I wasn't really able to take pictures. But try to imagine an L-shaped dining area with the longest part hosting a row of countertop seats facing the windows. Beyond that sits a rather modest dining area with a few more tables. Next to that sits the gender neutral restrooms. It's strange and cramp, particularly when the place is packed tighter than a sardine can. Sufficed to say, I'm not much a fan of the interior design here. Being the partial recluse that I am, I offer the following best practice for a place so riotous: mobile order that shiz, cuh! Seriously. I had to put in my noise cancelling earbuds to appease my misophonia. The good news is....the food is still awesome. The eggs? Creamier than crème fraîche. Taters? Eh, I don't why...but these seemed way more seasoned the very first time I tried them. Fortunately, they actually pair rather well with their refined version of ketchup. The bacon? Well...let's just say I wish it were served well done. Not sure if I'm able to request that. But I'll scope out my options next time and get back to you all. That's it though. Nice place, WAY easier to get to than its Salem counterpart, but a bit too cramp and noisy for my taste which means....I'll likely ever dine in here. It's all good though, because I'm still giving Crack'd Kitchen & Coffee in Andover 4 Country Classics with all the fixins out of 5.

True North Coffee in Burlington is one of those places that instantly makes you feel at home. Every…read moretime I walk in, I'm greeted by friendly, welcoming staff who truly set the tone for a great experience. It's not just a coffee shop--it's a community hub where I always seem to run into neighbors and friends, which makes each visit even more special. The coffee is consistently delicious, and their homemade baked goods are a standout--fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Their breakfast sandwiches are also amazing and always hit the spot. Whether you're stopping in for a quick coffee or staying to catch up with friends, True North Coffee delivers every time.

This is one of my go to coffee spots! I love their seasonal lattes, (so worth the 7 bucks) and they…read morealso have a ton of regular flavored syrups and ground coffee as well. The inside is small but cozy, and the staff is always welcoming. I've never tried their food, but they have a bunch of breakfast options. It sucks that they are closed on Sunday, as I feel like that would be one of their busier days. But I would much rather come here than Starbucks to support a local coffee shop.

Swung by here for a croissant and a latte. Wonderful staff, cute spot walking distance from the…read morecommuter tail station. The baked goods were definitely the highlight, I loved everything I tried on the food side. I saw they have ice cream as well! The latte was not great, I think maybe it's a machine or something. The milk was not steamed or anything like that, so lattes are not their strong suit. Coffee and tea, however, looked great, I'll likely try those next.

Lulu's Lunchbox is hands down one of the best spots in the area for a quick, high-quality meal…read more Their coffee is excellent--smooth, rich, and made with ethically sourced, fair-trade beans. The lattes are especially good and always perfectly made. Their food is just as great. The chicken shawarma is my go-to for lunch--flavorful, fresh, and reasonably priced. But what really impressed me were the pastries. I once ordered a selection of cakes and pastries for a family birthday, and everything was beautifully made and absolutely delicious. The pistachio baklava was the highlight--so good that people were literally competing for the last piece. I used to live in this neighborhood a long time ago and have seen a lot of businesses come and go in this little corner of Ballardvale. Lulu's is easy to miss since it's near the train tracks, but it's absolutely worth finding. The family who runs it is incredibly kind and welcoming--once, I was late picking up an order because of traffic, and they stayed open just to make sure I got my food. That kind of service is rare. It's also great to finally have more diverse food options in the Andover area, and Lulu's Lunchbox is a fantastic addition. If you're looking for a spot with great coffee, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere, definitely check them out.

Can I give a double 5 star? I would if I could because I stopped in because this was the closest…read morecoffee shop to my VRBO home and had good reviews. I fell in love because while enjoying a cappuccino and breakfast sandwich, I got to watch them greet just about everyone by name, including kiddos and dogs. About half the customers came with their 4 legged friends which was sweet to show and explains the wall of sweet doggie Polaroid. They also asked about folks family, how their move went, how their work was, ect in a way that shows not only do they truly care about their customers but their customers come back over and over. I can see why. Adorable little spot has it all figured out. Cute area with easy front door parking, tables inside and out, to go options and great food.

Small cafe serving breakfast sandwiches, overnight oats, smoothies, pastries, and coffee…read more I got the breakfast sandwich on brioche which was petite but very good. The eggs were super fluffy and the brioche was nice a soft. Unfortunately the croissant was not of the same quality, instead of being flaky and light it was dense and bread-like, pretty bad. Staff was very nice and service was fast. There are a few small tables but it's a tight space and gets loud quick. Overall I enjoyed the breakfast sandwich and would get it again.

Casual place for a good breakfast and lunch sandwich or muffin eggs. Casual ambiance with tables…read moreand chairs. Service was excellent. Everything was very good.

Wonderful coffee shop!!! Staff is great and the coffee is delicious! We got caramel lattes and the…read morecarrot cake latte and a few muffins which were so moist and full of flavor!!

This is a small, Italy-inspired boutique café, and we absolutely loved it. From the aesthetic to…read morethe food and menu, everything is thoughtfully inspired by Italy. When we visited, the owner herself was working solo, which made the experience even more special--she was incredibly welcoming and kind. The cappuccino was excellent, and the overall vibe was calm and relaxing. Such a lovely spot, and we'll definitely be back.

The food and service is fantastic, but the hours of operation leave something to be desired.read more

Could not have been more impressed with euphoria coffee. I happened to have a meeting nearby so…read moredecided to stop in and was immediately blown away. A massive selection of pour over, cold brews, lattes among others with freshly roasted beans. I went with the Ethiopian Dutch style Cold Brew and was thrilled with the flavor and smoothness. The space is good sized with easy parking and a nice variety of seating options. I wasn't in need at the time but would definitely take a look at their beans the next time I go.

Great little family owned cafe with a warm ambiance. The coffee is excellent, the sausage, egg and…read moreEnglish muffin was tasty and fresh and the service is prompt and friendly. Dine in or take out. If you opt to dine in you order, pay, then find a seat. Your order will be brought to your table. It was disappointing that at 10:30 am on a Wednesday, there were only 2 types of bagels left and they didn't have coconut milk. Not docking a point as there were comparable options available. Plenty of parking, easy to get to.