Order, stand & taste and go! Quick serving and no sitting. The coffee was yum! They have another spot in Boston too. read more

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I encounter shops like this every once in a while. People online swear by it, I visit, and the coffee is mediocre at best. This time, I got a mocha that tasted like salted milk. My partner's specialty latte was similarly underwhelming. I love coffee. I try as many interesting shops as I can in any city I visit. Maybe my palate isn't refined enough for Gracenote and other shops like it. Maybe I should stick to the basics and get a cortado or cappuccino. Or maybe they're just not that good. I truly don't know, but regardless, I had a bad experience. read more

4.3/5 [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is a fantastic 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.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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! read more

Gracenote Coffee - Flannel Iced Latte and Espresso Beans - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Gracenote is easily one of the best coffee shops in Boston when it comes to pure coffee quality. 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. [[HIGHLIGHT]]A quick note: the shop itself is small, with some standing room but no chairs or tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's not a spot to study or work from -- it's a grab-your-coffee-and-go kind of place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] But for the coffee alone? Completely worth the five stars. read more

Gracenote Coffee - Cortado - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

There were 3 girls working when I was there and all were incredibly rude. They stood there talking to each other as if a customer coming in was interrupting their personal time. Will not be back read more

Just OK / meh; when they first opened easily 5 stars but over the years it feels they've been coasting on their rep and gotten complacent, there are other options now. Service is OK - usually friendly depending on who's there, can be clique-y/feel they're more interested in talking with themselves than working. Not sure why they don't put their cafe menu on their website either - be prepared to pay ~$6 for a coffee before being asked to tip, which again is fine but would feel better if you felt like the trip were worth it after read more

I thought I had left a review already! Spectacular espresso. After visiting many lovely places over the years, this remains our top spot in Boston. Flavors range from floral to caramel to mushroomy depending on the beans that are available, and everything from espresso to cortado to latte is magnificent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Lovely staff and beautiful ceramics to boot in a beautiful setting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Super limited seating--about 5 people? (so no laptops)--but such a perfect little spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I didn't get a picture of my drink (Americano), but I got some pictures of the beans they sell. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a cute hole in the wall shop and I would love to visit again.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The baristas were very kind and helpful. read more

Gracenote Coffee - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Worst coffee I have ever had in my life. Bland and lacked flavor. Honestly after one sip I had to give it to my husband because drinking it made me so mad and devoid of joy. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior is small but cozy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service is quick. Do not recommend nut milk. Our friends also ordered drinks - the miso one and mocha one with regular milk, both of which they too did not like. Sad that this place had so much potential but was a letdown. read more

Gracenote Coffee - Mocha latte with nut milk - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Lived up to the hype, delivering a smooth, flavorful cup of coffee that I thoroughly enjoyed. Solid spot for espresso drinks and cold brew. Although I'm a dark roast fan, gracenote's medium and lighter blends stood out to me and I have enjoyed all the coffee I've tried here. It's worth the trip over, I promise! Staff here are super nice and happy to give recommendations. read more

I visited Gracenote Coffee Roasters yesterday and had such a great experience! The coffee was really good -- smooth, rich, and full of flavor. I was waiting outside with my dog, Pooky, and the staff kindly told me we could bring him inside. They were so nice and welcoming, which made my day! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is cozy and relaxed, perfect for enjoying a great cup of coffee.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I really appreciate that they're dog-friendly -- it made the visit even better.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Highly recommend this place if you love good coffee and kind people! read more

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This is one of my new favorite to-go coffee shops in the city. The barista are super friendly and make some delicious drinks. This time around I got the Flannel latte and it was super rich, creamy, and sweet all while not overpowering the coffee. They also sell whole beans that you can enjoy at home (they're my boyfriend's favorite). [[HIGHLIGHT]]Just a heads up, seating is extremely limited so I would expect to take your drink to go.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Gracenote has the best coffee in Boston, and a small, curated selection of pastries. I've been there many times over the years, and returned today for the first time in a long while. I'm happy to see that they still make perfect espresso. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's still the cutest little shop.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff are still friendly and knowledgeable. I hope they remain in the neighborhood forever; they're a gem. read more

Gracenote Coffee - Seltzer, espresso, chocolate-chip cookie. Perfect. - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came across Gracenote as a highly reviewed coffee shop in the area. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I loved the look of it and the mod bar machine.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My coffee was delicious and the miso caramel was a new taste to me. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Giving it one less star because there was no place to sit.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is definitely more of a grab and go type of shop.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Visitors be warned that there is absolutely zero seating and is an order and go sort of situation.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]But there is seating across the street or across the road in the park.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My husband ordered the cardamom latte with house made cashew milk and I ordered the Hawaii Five Ow, a seasonal drink. The cardamom latte was interesting and had a strong spice flavor, almost bitter. The Hawaii Five Ow is a spicy pineapple drink with house made spicy limeade that gave it a tiny kick. It was very sweet but refreshing and tasty. read more

Gracenote Coffee - Hawaii five ow and a bag of beans - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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The miso caramel latte is a 10/10. If you are a matcha person, skip it here..low quality and pretty terrible honestly. Come here for the coffee/espresso based drinks as that's the focus and they do it incredibly well. read more

Gracenote Coffee - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Service was awful...and incompetent! We walked in having never gone there before and instinctively walked to the register like you do at most coffee bars. There were a couple of other customers in there including a family, but considering the size of the shop we couldn't tell if they were waiting for their drinks or in line. We were rudely directed to stand on the other side of the room as if we should have known. The family in front of us tried ordering their child a hot chocolate, they explained though that the child had a nut allergy (there's a sign telling you to disclose any allergies), the staff told them that because they had already steamed cashew milk today they couldn't make her drink nut free. They were told to go elsewhere for their child's drink....as a former barista I was astonished. Directly telling a customer to go elsewhere because you choose not to clean your wands is not only unsanitary but pure idiocy. Once we made it to the front I ordered a decaf oat milk mocha. I understand that this is more than one modification, but is frankly nothing abnormal or unexpected in a coffee shop. I watched them proceed to make my drink with whole milk, thus I repeated my order to them. One of the baristas proceeded to thank me and tell me that was helpful...and to no one's surprise proceeded to make the drink incorrect!! And for the cherry on top, another customer came in and asked about what syrups they have available, rather than telling her, the barista on the register (1/3 people working in a 75 sq ft building, doing absolutely nothing) rudely told her to read the menu, and continued to persist that she read it rather than just telling her. I'm tremendously frustrated and disappointed that I even bothered to leave a three dollar tip on my overpriced drink that was made incorrect. If you have any allergies do not go here! read more

This cafe kind of blends in with other buildings nearby but this cafe is a great find! It is small inside with minimal seating so it is more of a grab and go situation. The service is great and they definitely make your drink with care. I got a regular iced matcha with oat milk (they don't have almond milk) and a regular iced coffee. Their matcha is so yummy and rich and it has a good sweetness to it already. The iced coffee is definitely strong and fresh and they have a self service area for you to add in sugar as you like it. Overall, I had a great first experience here. This place has amazing quality drinks. read more

Gracenote Coffee - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Banana bread was caramelized and cosmic. Drank 1/4 cup of milk before I finally made it to the espresso in my latte. I feel like coffee shops of this caliber should auto-toss or shake iced espresso-based beverages. Could tell the bean was good, but without it being shooketh, the latte was subpar. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place was so cute and relaxing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was super friendly. There were a lot of fun flavors. I got a matcha latte and it just didn't hit for me. But the ham and cheese croissant hit the spot. read more

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Top tier - best coffee in Boston. Pricey, but they aren't sourcing single origin magic like this anywhere else and that is just a fact. Friendly staff and a great vibe. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I could stand in here all day just for the smell.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Matter of fact, on my way now! read more

After an arrival to South Station, we took our luggage and ourselves over to Gracenote just a few blocks away. I read online this hidden gem was worth the visit, and out of all the coffee shops we dabbled in throughout our Boston trip, Gracenote was it. The shop's aesthetic gave me hipster, artistic vibes. It's a small space with a defined feel. I came back for a second cup of coffee when we were heading back to South Station for departure. The maple and allspice seasonal latte is literal perfection. The baristas on both occasions were great. We were also offered a printed and pocket-sized card of things to do in Boston, which was immensely helpful. read more

Gracenote Coffee - Maple and allspice latte. - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Cute cafe but no space to sit. Went here reading the rave reviews but our experience was disappointing. The hot chocolate and mocha tasted sour - very likely due to spoiled milk. I hate to waste food but unfortunately had to throw it away. read more

Gracenote Coffee - Hot chocolate - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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It was a spot that has been on my list for a while. It was smaller inside than I expected but there were a few seats. The staff was friendly but the conversation was minimal which is good in my opinion super early in the morning. They do not have almond milk which is a big let down to me. They also didn't have maple, they only had maple all spice. I gave it a try and it was not really my thing but the biggest issue for me was the price for the size. read more

Gracenote Coffee - Iced latte with cashew milk and maple allspice - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I came here today at 12/29 to grab a morning pick me up. The two girls working behind the counter were SO FRIENDLY. They truly deserve a shoutout just for the hospitality and welcoming atmosphere. Both of them asked if we had any questions and gave good suggestions on what to order. I loved my Kiramitsu drink, I believe this was made using a brown sugar sauce. The perfect mild sweetness I prefer. Highly recommend coming here! read more

Gracenote Coffee - Kiramitsu w/ whole milk - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

They make a great coffee! You won't find the usual sweet flavored latte here- beware if that's your drink of choice. Always at least 1 house made syrup to try. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small space inside, but perfect for a drink on the go![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Friendly staff knows their stuff if you're looking to buy beans. read more

Gracenote was the perfect way to start my day! I usually opt for a latte, but the menu was too unique to not try one of their specialty drinks. I got the miso caramel latte with cashew milk and was pleasantly surprised by how lightly sweet it was. The drink was great, but the miso flavor was a little overpowered by the caramel. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute coffee shop in downtown.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I was grabbing a coffee to drink quickly before heading out, but I must note that there is no seating here.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] As an ex-barista, I love when coffee shops have unique drinks that aren't just Monin syrup flavors. I opted for the miso caramel latte and thought it was very good! I'm a big fan of salty sweet or umami sweet flavors. They roast their own beans, which is also a plus. read more

Gracenote Coffee - Miso caramel latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I finally made it! Gracenote has been on my list of coffee roasters to visit for the longest time, ever since I learned that Nine Bar in Davis uses their beans. Gracenote is a slip of a place in the financial district, with an airy atmosphere and cool natural wood counters to perch (but no seating). I stopped by on my way to meet a friend near South Station and grabbed a cappuccino with almond milk to have there. I got the house espresso, which was a bit darker than the light roast I expected, but it was still well made and well balanced. The barista was happy to answer my questions about their tea selection and even showed me a new ceremonial matcha that they're experimenting with. If I had had more time, I would've stuck around to chat more. These guys know their coffee and tea. I bought some instant espresso packets to go. Can't wait to use them while traveling for the holidays! read more

Gracenote Coffee - Flat white with almond milk, and some instant espresso to go / Oct. 2022 - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Awesome place with nice ambiance and great service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I got a Cortado with their special limited espresso beans. Very good but a little more acidic than I expected it to be. Friend got a latte and really enjoyed it. read more

Gracenote Coffee - cortado - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great service, I ordered the miso caramel latte which was pretty good, a bit sweet for me but nice espresso flavor. It's a nice little cafe, not really any room to sit. read more

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Fantastic roaster and knowledgeable staff. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Beautiful set up with built in group heads and comforting atmosphere, albeit a bit small.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Coffee leans towards that light roast, acid-forward, third-wave style but they extract it well so it's not astringent. Overall, great experiences here. read more

Ripoff....$7 for that tiny thing. Ridiculous. I get it's a city but Tatte was the same price for an actual large read more

Gracenote Coffee - Latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute corner coffee place![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Had their latte to go and I had to sit down and enjoy it. The ladies were friendly and greeting everyone. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The location is a bit small so don't go in inside in groups.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Gracenote Coffee - Latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Stumbled into this quaint espresso bar and they have really good coffee. Small indoor seating thought about 4 bar stools- it's more of a coffee stop and pick-up for to go. The quality of the coffee is good. They have few pastries for the day available and the quality is great as well. Very simple menu- quality vs quantity. Overall solid espresso bar with great coffee and tea drinks. Service is friendly and quick! read more

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I wasn't that impressed by the coffee. It had a bitter and kind of tangy/off-taste to it. However, the atmosphere is really nice. Chic wood, tall panes of glass windows, and tons of sunlight from this corner yet. The staff was friendly and attentive to detail. Might try a different style of coffee next time such as a flat white which may be better. Regardless, their coffee got the job done in keeping me alert during the day, which is important. read more

LOVED this coffee shop! Only thing to consider is there is not seating. It's just a walk in type gig. But they serve great drinks and the staff was friendly. It was beautifully decorated too! Would definitely be back read more

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During my short trip to Boston I managed to squeeze in a visit to 10 coffee shops. Gracenote had the best cortado. Hands down! The temperature, the taste of the espresso and the knowledge of the barista were spot on. Gracenote sits right outside China Town in Boston. It's footprint is quite small. When I first walked into the shop I noticed a simple live edge bar that sits along the window. I told the barista that this was my eighth cortado in two days. He laughed and said there is always room in the day for another cortado. I am not going to lie. After that line I was expecting a great drink and he certainly delivered. When he gave me the cortado he said one part espresso and one part steamed milk; just enough milk to break up the bitterness of the espresso. Gracenote also roasts their own coffee beans. The next day I had a cortado at another coffee shop. I told my husband that I liked the taste and it was familiar for some reason. I asked someone at the counter where they got their coffee beans from and they said Gracenote. I would highly recommend Gracenote. read more

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The place is really small with no indoor or outdoor seating. I tried their Miso Caramel Latte. It had an interesting aftertaste, but not bad. It's made with their housemade white miso caramel, espresso, and steamed milk. Overall, a good coffee! Recommendation(s): - Miso Caramel Latte Service: 5/5 Tip(s): - No indoor or outdoor seating - They accept Apple Pay read more

Not a good experience. Would not get matcha latte or hot chocolate again, both had basically no flavor and was overall not good. Wouldn't go here again. read more

Gracenote Coffee - hot chocolate and matcha latte, below mid and tasteless - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts