Food: Croque monsieur was 11/10! So good and filling. Also salad was really fresh. Service: SO nice and friendly! Ambiance: Cute and clean, I loved it! Bathrooms are clean :) Would come back for sure. read more

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Very cute cafe, but prices are sky high -- the cheapest meal type item is $16 for a granola. I had the smoked salmon tartine (bagel was pretty soft instead of chewy, but it's hard to mess up) and the lemon ricotta danish (fine, could be flakier) I could see this being a cute place to hang out, and the aesthetic is great, but the food is kinda meh read more

What a wonderful brunch! I don't think there's a better spot in Seaport. The interior is stunning and the food matched the upscale vibe. I got a mortadella focaccia sandwich. It had burrata and pesto. Delicious!!!! The sea salt on the bread was the chef's kiss. So flavorful and scrumptious. My wife's croque monsieur was spectacular. I definitely want to come again! read more

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Cute bakery. Everything we got was delicious. Loved the vibes here!! Service was great!! read more

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Stunning interior! I loved their coffee and their glassware/ dishes for food. It was such a cozy spot to get food and catch up with friends. Even with long line the service was quick. Loved it here. read more

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My favorite croissant in Boston. Amazing texture and it's not too sweet. There is a generous amount of pistachio too. read more

Elephantine - Pistachio Croissant - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Elephantine is a cute and delicious French inspired cafe in southeast Boston/ Seaport area. We did walk from our hotel in downtown and it was in walkable distance. They serve coffee tea pastries and have a food menu (sandwich, salads, etc). We did try a pastry which was good, as well as Cardamom iced lattes. Everything was good, the inside was cute and cozy and the coffee was prepared nicely. Would come back! read more

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Loved the vibes of this cafe! The space is great for either working or catching up with friends. Their pastries were delicious (I recommend getting them heated up!). I personally enjoyed their coffee and pastries most, though the savory options were still solid - and everything was beautifully plated. The food takes a little longer to come out, but worth the wait. Would definitely come back for the vibes! read more

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Best breakfast I've had out in while! No notes! Great people watching place too! I got the scramble eggs with chives and these aren't the type you can get at home. My friend got the poached eggs and talk about RUNNY read more

Elephantine - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

What a wonderful way to start the day!!! People are friendly, the boutique coffee house is super cute and the coffee a pastries are amazing. Don't walk, run yourself over and try this place. You won't be sorry!! read more

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Such a cute place for a quick bite and coffee break. Yes, it may be on the pricey side but it's located in Seaport and just about everything there is expensive. But we had their coffee, tried their lemon ricotta danish, had one of their salad, and tried the smoked salmon tartine. My favorite was the smoked salmon tartine...So good! The inside vibe is so pretty too. I really liked this cafe! read more

Elephantine - Lemon Ricotta Danish - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Came here on a Sunday morning to try their scone! Got a seat right before it got very busy and there was no space left Lived the scone, cherry inside and drizzled with dark chocolate. Crispy but soft in the centre. Cortado was great too! I'd say it's a nice place to work on a weekday when it isn't as busy and you don't feel under pressure to free up your seat. Will be back to try the cardamom bun and pistachio croissant! read more

Elephantine - Selection of croissants - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Dishes were phenomenal as always. The service was so nice (we has to swap our order and they were so understanding and nice about it). Went in around 10:30am on a Saturday, not tooo busy but got a bit more busy by 11am. Beautiful interior. read more

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Elephantine is a remarkable bakery/cafe! There's absolutely nothing like it anywhere else in Boston, and its spot just along water adds to its chic, calming, and charming atmosphere. The interior has a wide variety of seating and is very spacious even during peak ours. The staff is friendly, fast serving, and professional making the experience feel almost like a restaurant or just a very nice cafe you'd find straight out of Paris! And the pastries of food transport you to Europe just as easily- their dessert case up front is filled with masterfully crafted, delicate pastries with beautiful sounding flavors. And their breakfast lunch menu is stacked! They offer such unique dishes, like their turkish poached eggs which are unmatched in flavor and freshness. While this spot is a little pricey, the food delivers on quality, taste, presentation, portion size, and really everything. I WILL be back to try the rest of their menu. This spot is excellent for going solo to get work done or sitting down with friends and family for a nice bite to eat. I highly recommend, you can't miss it! read more

Elephantine - Turkish Poached Eggs - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Went for the Apertivo, I've been to the cafe as well but feel like everyone at this point knows how successful they are as a cafe. The menu is small and we had 6 dishes total including a dessert. Vibes were A+ beginning to end with flowers at each table. Definitely an Italian slant on the menu but the standout was the prosciutto and chips. One of those things that seems like a super easy dish but is a perfect combo of flavors and was pulled off excellently. Had a few of the wines as well and appreciate that they were a little unique compared to the typical cab sav/sauv blanc house wines. Was there in the winter will have to check it out with warmer weather for sure. read more

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As soon as you walk into the cafe, you feel like you've been transported out of Fort Point! The decor is stunning, and I loved the fresh floral arrangements. Service was fast and friendly. The menu was kind of hard to read due to the cursive font that is used. From an accessibility standpoint, they should consider using a more simple font like the one that states what pastries they have. They have a large assortment of sweet treats and pastries. It's really hard to choose just one. I chose the lemon ricotta danish. For lunch, I ordered the eggplant sandwich. The flavors were bold and unique. It was a little bit hard to eat cause the eggplant was falling out but nonetheless very tasty. I wish it had come with a side salad or a side of homemade chips. My friend had the croque madame and it looked good. For drinks I enjoyed a hibiscus iced tea and my friend had a London fog. Both were yummy. Also, I'm hoping they'll have a special pastry at some point - like cherry, guava, or mango!!!! I'll def be back! Next time you're in Fort Point/Seaport, stop by! read more

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This place screams elegance loudly. The staff is very friendly, the food is delicious and the ambiance for a cafe is impeccable. Have been here twice now and everything I've tried is tasty. Will definitely be a returning customer time and time again. read more

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The cutest area for a good coffee/tea stop. The baked goods were so tasty! Cute outdoor seating in a secluded little side street. Helpful and kind staff read more

Elephantine - Pumpkin scone - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Beautiful cafe with European vibes. I visited this cafe for lunch and by 1pm the pastries were mostly sold out. Luckily the cardamom bun was still available. I enjoyed the soft delicately flavored bread along with the delicious kale salad. That kale salad was filled with a variety of textures and flavors and topped with different spreads. So good that I would come back just for that salad and to try different pastries! read more

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My partner and I would make trips out to NH for Elephantine. We were so excited for it to open in Seaport. First off, the service was impeccable. The Maître d' that greeted us, sweet Egyptian man whose name escapes me, made the entire experience memorable and welcoming. Appertivo was so beautifully plated and the hot cup of chocolate was exactly how I remembered it. The food - olive oil was delicious. Ambiance was beautiful and plating was gorgeous. Highly recommend! I'll be back. read more

Elephantine - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Cute cafe with great drinks (try the chai!) And yummy food/pastries! The cinnamon roll was why I went, but honestly the breakfast items (like the egg sandwich or the turkish poached eggs) were more of a hit in my opinion! Also, very good service! Overall would definitely recommend! Stay Cheerful read more

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This is such a cute little bakery. The chocolate almond croissant and cinnamon roll were tasty. It was enough to share between two people. I enjoyed their cardamon honey latte. It gets very busy here, so finding a table for more than two might be difficult. read more

Elephantine - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This was my second time trying Elephantine, and this time I'd give it a 5 instead of a 4! Last time I went it was amazing, but this time I enjoyed it so much more. Maybe it is because the place has been open for a longer time now - the first time I went, it was still relatively new. My dad and I ordered the Turkish Poached Eggs and the Egg Sandwich and split them, and both were so delicious and bursting with flavor. I also drank the cardamom honey latte, which was so yummy - definitely better than the last time I went. The ambience is gorgeous and very comfortable - we stayed for a few hours since it's such a nice vibe. It feels chic, sophisticated, and aesthetic without feeling stuffy. The service was great - the servers were so friendly and our orders came out quick. I really loved Elephantine and will definitely return again! read more

Elephantine - Elephantine Egg Sandwich, Cardamom Latte - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Elephantine is such a gorgeous new addition to Boston! I stopped by a weekend morning and lucked out with a short line. It moved fast and your order comes out quick if you're just grabbing pastries and coffee to go. The pastries are so unique and definitely look as good as they taste! I decided on a cardamom bun and a chocolate pistachio croissant which were both unbelievably good. If you're looking to dine in, there's a ton of seating and it's a perfect spot to grab brunch and enjoy the stunning decor. Definitely will be back to try more options! read more

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This is a European style cafe with great pastries and decor, but less good chai. I would give it 4.5 stars if I had that option. I have to say that this place is beautifully decorated and adds a lot of character to the Seaport area! The servers behind the counter were very helpful in answering my questions. There is no chai on the menu but they do serve it. Ordered: - double chocolate croissant: this was epic. There was such an intense chocolate to dough ratio and that's exactly what I wanted. Melted in my mouth and was so delicious. - chai latte: I can't really recommend this? I don't drink a lot of caffeine so I thought this would be a nice alternative. It was very milky and I didn't discern much chai. I would not pay what I paid for it again. I'm unsure if they have matcha but perhaps better to just get a decaf latte or something. My friend got a honey feta pastry that looked beautiful and she said it was delicious. Her cappuccino looked better than my drink. I think this is a wonderful place to sit and chat; there's a good amount of seating! And they have a large glass window where you can watch the bakers work. Each table has a small vase with a singular flower cutting--super charming. read more

Elephantine - Pastries - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I have been a fan of Elephantine in Portsmouth so when I saw they opened a location in Boston, we had to pay a visit!! We always love the Turkish egg poach! The sourdough was amazing and perfectly crunchy!! However, to have enough bread for everything, I need to learn to order a side order of sourdough next time! My partner had the egg sandwich and it was amazing!! My daughter had the chocolate croissant and she wished there was more chocolate as the ratio between chocolate to croissant was low. There were a lot of people so I have to say it was competitive to get a table to sit! I personally cleaned 2 tables myself so that we would get the table and be able to sit down. Not their fault, I don't know how they would have done it otherwise. I need to come back when it is not as crazy to enjoy the beautiful place! read more

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This has to be the most beautiful café in Boston! All of the pastries, plates, tables, even the silverware were absolutely gorgeous. The employees were so nice! This was a refreshing visit, although it got pretty full shortly after my order was taken. Depending on the time of day, you might not have a place to sit and eat! I got the Turkish poached eggs, a cardamom honey latte, abs a chocolate pistachio croissant. They were all delicious!! The bathroom is also so clean and a whole vibe! read more

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Gosh this is easily one of my new favorite spots. The color scheme, the friendly staff, the yummy food, the good lattes, the excellent pastries, the location -- what's not to love?! I tried the cilbir for breakfast and really enjoyed it (the green herb topping was especially flavorful). The chocolate pistachio croissant is at risk of becoming something I crave on the regular. And my mocha was on point too. Have already raved about it to a few people and I absolutely plan to be back. read more

Elephantine - Chocolate pistachio croissant (so good!) - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Delicious pastries and well crafted cappuccinos! The one downside to this otherwise incredible bakery is the lack of available seating: my friend and I had to fight the other patrons like sharks to find a spot at 11:00 AM on a Sunday! Perhaps they should add more tables, at least on the weekend! read more

Elephantine - Pistacchio croissant and Cappuccino - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Probably one of the better lattes that I've had in a while! Definitely recommend their hot regular latte. The barista there has their coffee pull down. I also tried an iced flat white but it wasn't as good.. something about the steamed milk with the perfectly pulled espresso was a stand out! The pastries are fine. Good but nothing special. We tried the pistachio croissant, banana bread, and chocolate croissant. Banana bread was fluffier and less moist than I would like. Both croissants were good, I liked that they weren't too sweet. Long line when I stopped in on a Saturday afternoon and the place was packed. We took to go but even if we wanted to stay, there were no open seats. It is similar to Tatte and flour where you order at the counter and they give you a number to place on your table. Would 100% return for the lattes! read more

Line was long but worth it!! Very nice staff, cute ambiance & amazing food. I ordered the Turkish eggs and they were incredible. I practically licked the plate clean. I also got a chocolate croissant which was very tasty. I'll be back!! read more

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Four stars for the coffee and food, unfortunately the pastries are just ok. I've tried all their croissants and their palmier and even when heating it up at home they're nothing special. I wanted to love this place but it's just...fine. Food is definitely on the pricier side but the sandwiches are delicious. I like the lattes but really enjoy their americano and regular coffee which lean more on the dark roast side. The space is super nice and there's a good amount of tables which makes it a good place to grab coffee or food with co workers. Staff are helpful with recommendations and keep the line moving fast when it gets busy which I appreciate. read more

First meal in Boston of this trip. We were intrigued by the pictures and reviews in Yelp. So our party of three walked 20 minutes from our hotel to there for lunch. The interior was spacious and decorated European style, including the bathrooms. We ordered 3 sandwiches and 3 baked to share. Everything were absolutely delicious. We were really impressed with the bread and fresh proteins. We tried the toffee cookie for our desert and we were blown away. Possibly the best tasting cookie ever. When I returned to the counter to buy a half dozen, all gone already . Also everything came on nice looking plates. Counter service was very friendly and efficient. All the ladies were constantly smiling. Price were exceptionally fair for such high quality foods. We will attempt a return before we fly out. read more

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I went with a friend on a Saturday morning for coffee and a pastry. The line was almost out the door but moved relatively quickly. It's a little bit of a European vibe with the small tables and I love that there is a big window into the kitchen so you can watch the pastries being made. You order everything at the counter and then pick an open table where your food is brought to you. The oat milk latte with honey was phenomenal and so was the feta honey danish! We got ours to go this time but definitely will be going back to try more pastries and to sit down for breakfast or brunch. read more

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The food was great! This is the cutest brunch spot, very pretty. I will say the coffee wasn't my favorite and didn't have many flavors. There is not many things on the menu either. read more

Elephantine - Yogurt with Labneh & Granola - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I've been a long time fan of the Portsmouth NH location so I was beyond thrilled to see a new location open up in seaport. The space is large and bright, lots of windows. It's a similar order setup to Tatte, you order at the counter they give you any pastries you may have ordered and then give you a number to place on your table. We both got cardamom lattes which were delightful. I had the ham and cheese croissant while super tasty, would definitely been better warmed up. My husband got the lemon ricotta pastry which was tart without being too sweet, a great combination. Will definitely be back! read more

Elephantine - Cardamom latte, pastries - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great dark roast coffee! Nice and casual dining for a quick croissant. I'd recommend as a prelude to visiting the Boston Tea Party museum.

Hands down the cutest bakery/cafe I have been to in a minute. The decor was amazing with vintage and antique touches. From the service to the coffee everything was nothing but great! We went in early in the morning so the service was super quick. We tried the Pain au chocolat and Cardamom Lattes. All the bakery items are freshly made and what's really cool is that you can see into the back kitchen where the bakers are. I wish i lived closer because I am literally obsessed with this place. read more

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Super cute coffee shop and beautiful ambiance. I had the salmon open faced sandwich and the fresh orange juice. It's a little pricey but worth it. The pastries looked amazing. read more

Elephantine - Smoked Salmon on Simit - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Phenomenal customer service, delicious food, and adorable Parisan-style bakery? What more can you ask for! This place is relatively new and already super popular (which is obvious from the long lines on the weekend), but it's worth the hype in my opinion. We waited about 15 minutes in line and ordered a latte, egg sandwich, and cardamom bun. My friend and I were very worried we won't be able to find seating, but a staff member saw us looking for a table and showed us to an available section which was very kind. After about 10 minutes, our drinks came out to our table and after about another 10 minutes, my friend's food came out too. Not sure why, but my food was taking a bit longer, and a member of the staff graciously came over and gifted us 3 pastries (!!!) and apologized for the wait. Shortly after, my egg sandwich arrived. Everything was super tasty here and portions were generous. The sandwich was a bit difficult to eat but still had a unique savory flavor thatI enjoyed. My favorite was probably the cardamom bun, which was soft, buttery, and perfectly flavored. I'd highly recommend checking this place out (although be warned of how busy it gets) and thanks to the staff for an amazing experience! read more

Elephantine - Elephantine egg sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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