great service! I received the best of care while with them. They make sure you are never short of…read moreanything! Give them a try I promise you won't regret.

What a gem of a bakery in Somerville! Every dessert on display at this cozy, Palestinian-owned…read morebakery looked so scrumptious. We had such a hard time choosing and settled on the walnut baklava roll and the muska kataifi pisatchio. Everyone working there was so friendly and helpful and even with a line out the door, they were able to keep things moving smoothly. They also gave us small chai samples while we waited to be helped (the chai was spicy and not overly sweet). The baklava and kataifi were perfect -- no notes. Baklava had a great ratio of flaky pastry layers to walnuts. Each bite had the right about of crunch and nuttiness. The amount of syrup used was just right also. Kataifi struck a similarly great balance: a crunchy and sweet shredded wheat exterior rounded out by the richness of pistachios. I wish I could come here all the time and try everything. Definitely keeping this place bookmarked for any future trips to Boston.

Lyndell's Bakery is a Boston staple! They serve up your favorite American classics. Would…read moredefinitely recommend their moons of course, and their cupcakes. With their decadent moist cakes & dreamy frostings, everything they make is absolutely delicious. Keep in mind, their treats are all incredibly decadent, so they will definitely satisfy any sugar cravings. Also, their staff are just as sweet as their treats. Really kind folks all around. Highly recommend giving them a try! There is a reason everyone and their moms love Lyndell's, so go see for yourself.

Made a stop at Lyndell's Bakery, and I am so glad we did/ Haven't been in a long time, and it was…read morejust as good as I remember. Made you sure pull a number for service! The cookies are fantasy, and the cream pie was soooo good. They don't have many old-school bakeries around like they used to. This one was opened in 1887, so you know it's good! They did mention they are moving to the larger space on the corner, so expect even more and better things from Lyndell's once that is complete!

Definitely one of my favorite places for pain au chocolat in Boston. It's not surprising to see a…read moreline outside especially on weekend mornings for Colette's top quality French baked goods. I came early (8:30) on a Saturday and picked up some of my favorite french breads for the week - a pain suisse, pain au chocolat (or cho-colette) and a chausson aux pommes. These were all as expected - flaky, buttery and so delicious. Service can be a bit slow with staff rotating between cashier and grabbing bread for customers. Still totally worth the wait. There's a few tables inside to sit at but those also get occupied fast. For parking, there's street parking nearby that I'm sure fills up through the morning.

Known for their pastries, the food was tasty. Wasn't a fan of a couple of items, but more of a…read morepreference. I also had their coffee, a bit too sweet for me, but I need to give it another chance. The staff is incredibly friendly and kind. There's a good amount of seating inside, but not too much. I believe they'll have more outdoor seating during the warming weather days. We'll need to come back at some point.

Loved this little shop. They serve great coffee and drinks, homemade breads, pastries, even some…read moredelicious looking sandwiches and pizzas on homemade dough. The spot is known for their Persian spin on great classics, and many of the typical French offerings. I got to try their pistachio croissant and a black sesame latte. Both were very good. The croissant was excellent; dough was perfect, not overly sweet. Tons of pistachio on the inside. It's topped with a hefty amount of what tastes a bit like cream cheese (but it's probably something else, that's just what it reminds me of). Highly recommend trying it. The black sesame latte came recommended by the staff member. Also very good, nice unique flavor and made with in house syrup! I will say though, it was a little bit gritty as you got to the end of the latte. Theres also an area to sit outside and inside. All in all, an amazing spot that I'd love to visit again!

We were so happy when La Saison opened during the pandemic. Supporting a small business that…read morelaunched in such uncertain times felt important, but that's not the only reason we kept going back week after week. We fell in love with the pastries--each one with a unique Persian spin on flavor. My favorites are still the Kouign-Amann, Pain Aux Raisin, and the Feta-Za'atar and Orange Marzipan Scones. But the true jewel of La Saison is the Kuku Sabzi on Sea Salt Focaccia. It is unbelievably good. What makes La Saison even more special are the owners, Sarah and Soheil. Their warmth, creativity, and genuine care for their customers shine through in everything they do. You can feel their heart in every pastry and bread and every interaction. La Saison has become one of those rare places that feels both special and comforting, and we're grateful it's part of the neighborhood.

Fantastic, flakey, and buttery pastries! This spot has a small coffee bar menu and daily variety of…read morefood. There is no indoor seating so plan to either sit outside if weather is nice or take back home with you. There are some meter parking spots out front. It is a bit on the pricey side but the product justifies the price point.

One of the better croissanteries (and if that wasn't a word, it is now) in a small shop on Broadway…read morejust off McGrath Highway. Challenging but achievable street parking. Nowhere to sit, so another challenge. Good selection of croissants and croissant-adjacent items like caneles and pain swisse. Friendly staff; no pretension. My first visit in well over a year on a late weekday morning tried a troika of chocolate-themed items. -- Chocolate Croissant: Not warm (and I wouldn't expect that past 9am), but very fresh feel, very slight greasiness on the bottom, plenty of flakiness on top, and decent fluffiness inside. A good bite, yielding plenty of croissant shrapnel, a light but pleasant buttery taste, and just the right amount of chocolate. A winner. -- Pain Swisse: This varied from others I've had, not having the typical stringiness around the perimeter that feels like raw pasta to the bite, but that was a plus. The bigger noticeable divergence was a much-lighter-than-typical custard presence inside, deferring to the dominant, high quality dark chocolate. The dough around it had good flavor and a nice light crunch, so whether central casting Pain Swisse or not, this satisfied. -- Chocolate Chip Cookie: An unusual rendition, with a dough darker than typical and also boasting some red tint hinting at red velvet. Soft, deliciously rich, and buttery, with the chocolate having a nice melt to it even late in the morning. Salt added some contrast without going overboard as some do. -- Coffee: High in temperature, acidity, viscosity, and flavor. A good match for their baked goods. Overall, still living up to the promise of the first visit, and taking some license with the classic recipes is fine by me with their high level of execution.

English muffins are amazing. Breakfast sandwiches!! Wow!! We walked over after Puppy Yoga (try that…read moreout!) not knowing what to expect. Nice little place on the corner. Seemed busy for early Sunday morning. Short wait. 3 of us. Mr Mustard : loved it. America Classic +Bacon. Looked great. She loved it. G.O.A.T.: he loved it. We got a buttered muffin to share. They do a great job with their muffins, which they make in house ! Nice crunch outside but soft chewy center. We bought a couple of 4 packs for home. They disappeared quickly so we ordered more online. Delivered a few days later and they were as good as what we got at the store. Make our own muffin sandwiches now. Just placed a second online order. Looking forward to going back.!! I want to try the meatloaf. Well done Vinal.

Two words: banana bread…read more Ok, a few more. Coffee is pretty good, breakfast sandwiches are reasonably priced, and the best part about picking up online orders is the outdoor window, so I can swing by with my dogs, who are often offered housemade treats by the friendly staff.

Super cute spot! Entering, it smells like freshly-ground coffee. Hard to find a seat on the weekend…read morebecause it's so good. Even a simple toast is next-level tasty here.

I came here on a whim and arrived to a small line but crowded cafe. They had their menus high up on…read morethe walls with traditional coffee beverages, tea, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, and a yogurt menu. I was sad to not see any specialty coffee/lattes. Although, the iced coffee and cold brew were good. The breakfast sandwich was the star of the show though, the Egg & Feta sandwich was perfectly balanced with greens, feta, fluffy egg and delicious bread. I was happy to see they had a few tables outside because inside was crowded and I was there alone and didn't want to take up an entire indoor table.

Mike's Pastry in Harvard Square is the perfect place to get their pastries (that taste as good as…read morethe original) without the insane lines. The staff here are always so friendly and efficient. While their cannolis are rather expensive ($7-$10 for one) it does make your day 1000% better when you get one of their sweet treats. Their Chocolate Chip Cannolis and Amaretto Cannolis are my favorites! Their cannoli cream is always fresh & dreamy while their shells are perfectly crispy. What's not to like?

We stopped in at Mike's on a Sunday morning when all the coffee shops in the vicinity were…read morepositively bursting at the seams with lines. Here's a secret: Mike's is open early too, and if you're in for a classic espresso drink you can get one there along with a little (ok, large) sweet treat to start your day. There's not much by way of seating at this location so it's more for pickup, but there is a bar at the front of the store where you can sit for a few minutes to enjoy a treat. My husband and I got a latte and a cappuccino, and a pistachio cannoli to split. Both drinks were perfect, hot but not scalded, with robust espresso flavor. The cannoli, as expected, was fantastic. Yes, it's big. Yes, the toppings are only on the ends (but you can eat it strategically to make the toppings last through most of the experience). Maybe I have too much of a sweet tooth but unlike a lot of reviewers I did not find it to be TOO sweet, just the right amount paired with a bitter coffee beverage and split between two people. I've never had a cannoli for breakfast before, but darn if it wasn't a highlight of the trip.

Not sure how I've never stumbled across this gem before! As a Southern CA native, pie is no…read morestranger to me. Growing up we would often get pie with my grandma at Marie Calendars or Cocos. Since moving to Boston, I hardly see pie on the menu....well today I found a new pie place!!! As soon as I walked in I was met with friendly faces. The pastry counter was filled with fresh baked goods and they even had samples out. This is strictly a pick-up and go, it's not setup like a cafe with tables. I bought the banana cream for a work event and a few minis to take home for me and my hubby. The banana cream was good-admittedly, it was more on the sweeter side than I expected. I really enjoyed the crust - it wasn't too buttery and cooked perfectly. It was def a hit. My hubby and I enjoyed sampling the blueberry, apple, and cherry crumble. Of the three, the apple was my favorite which actually surprised me. The blueberry was OK, not as sweet as I would have liked - opposite of the banana cream. And the cherry was perfectly tart-I really appreciated the crumble. All in all, I will def be back. Can't wait to follow their social media to see what the monthly specials are. Street parking is tough, I rec parking in star market if you're quick. You can also order ahead for a quicker pickup and they deliver within a 6-mile radius as long as you place the order by noon the day before.

I finally found a local pie company that's a family favorite! Petsi recently became my go to after…read morebringing their pies to several events and receiving nothing but praise. The rotating menu paired with classics makes it easy to choose pies that will meet everyone's needs. My favorite pie is still the sugar pie, which is seasonal but delicious. I have yet to try the savory pies, but look forward to getting some during the colder months as an easy meal solution. Their service is always friendly, and their website is up to date, making it easy to plan around. I love that place has a local neighborhood vibe and truly feels like a hidden gem.

Forge has the BEST breakfast sandwiches and the vibes here are great. I order The Dane ( Egg,…read moreCheddar, Muhammara, feta & Spinach ) which was more savory and The Teele (Maple Butter, Chicken Sausage, Egg & Cheddar) which was more on the sweet side. I also got an iced vanilla latte which was delicious! They have a great retail area which I actually got my mom a CHEMEX pour over coffee maker for Christmas, shop local!!

I love this place! The breakfast sandwiches are so good, and the drinks are delicious. Their bakery…read moreitems are always sooooo scrumptious. I can't wait to try their ice cream next!