A cute little Sommerville cafe with some really tasty stuff -- I got the smoked salmon plate and was very happy with it (I knew I would be when I saw they were offering it with labne) but the chilaquiles and omelets both looked so good I almost wished I'd ordered those too. It's the kind of place where all of these things come out with a delicious fresh salad piled on top that almost looks better than the main dish. A small run of very tasty pastries. Good ambience. One of my best friends lives around the corner and I am very jealous. read more

After doing some digging on Yelp and IG, I narrowed down our breakfast, brunch or lunch spot to come here! I drove from NY to Cambridge to spend quality time with my daughter and post-celebrate her birthday. So after dropping my bags off at my kid's apt, I figured I'd call Juliet and see if I could lock down a table. Unfortunately, the only seats available were at the counter. Not a problem- we were cool with that. Buttttt....after relaxing in her apt for a bit, I lost track of time and ended up missing that window. Fast-forward to when we were FINALLY here. Let me say- Josh, the host, came through and managed to find us a table! THANK YOUUUU! There's something for every eating lifestyle plus, there are hot and cold beverages, mocktails and brunch cocktails. Our server, Medha, was awesome! We asked for her thoughts on a few dishes and what we appreciated most was that she kept it all the way real! No sugarcoating or just telling us what she thought we wanted to hear- just straight-up honesty. I went with the three-slice Gruyère and mozzarella grilled cheese with a side salad and some seasoned breakfast potatoes. That grilled cheese was good- the bread had those toasted, golden-brown edges with just the right amount of crunch when you bit into it. And the cheese was perfectly melted and gooey. My kid ordered the chilaquiles and I'm not even going to lie... I liked her dish better than mine! It wasn't because my grilled cheese wasn't hitting- it actually was- but those chilaquiles and the seasoning were on point and every bite had flavor. So instead of just tossing some plain tortilla chips on the plate and calling it a day, they actually seasoned those chips with like a seasoned salt. That extra touch made those chips pop. Juliet didn't disappoint! Nice food, lots of menu choices and great service- that's what I'm talking about. The only slight negative was my almost flavorless lavender and thyme mocktail that tasted nothing like it. But big shoutout to Josh for finding us a table and Medha for keeping it real. read more

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Really spectacular place for a SAVORY brunch. Hard to find done well. Omelettes for 16-20$ seem steep but they are excellent. I had chive creme fraiche added to mine and it was incredible. Even the drinks. They have their own mix ins and the saffron syrup is 10/10. Fresh orange juice, cardamom tea, the whole nine yards. Staff was also excellent. I will definitely definitely be back. read more

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Juliet never fails to impress. I went for brunch and found the menu very balanced with a great array of options. The pair that with a strong selection of teas and mocktails. Service was quick and the space is nicely laid out, recommend trying to sit in the front and enjoy the large windows. read more

Juliet - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Oh Juliet, you have stolen my heart. You've been on my radar for so long, and yet it took a sub-freezing day, a new year, and a birthday to finally get me in the door. Your expanded dining room with its fun pink flair made me feel immediately welcome, along with the friendly smiles and leg warmers of your host and servers. The light French vibe hit the spot, but the combination of a French style brunch plus EASY gluten and dairy free options just made me incredibly, incredibly happy. The little human and the Tall Man were equally impressed and welcomed. I've had omelettes in France, and this one was cooked to cooked-yet-tender perfection. The addition of French ham/jambon and roasted mushrooms had the umami hit I just needed that cold day. And the gluten free earl grey chocolate chip scone! The scone! I would come back just to eat that. But to top it off, you made a delightfully spicy chai latte with oat milk that had the gingery, tea-forward kick that I look for in a chai. (Thanks to your homemade chai concentrate made from Mem Tea's spicy chai tea!) I loved geeking out with the barista and host about how exactly you make your chai. I sometimes get weird looks when I ask such questions, but I think I found kindred spirits that day. The only slight con might be the slight lack of protein for my mother in law's chilaquiles, but she still appreciated the flavors and had just enough food to be satisfied. Yay high chairs. Yay expansive, warm, quirky, clean, sunlight space. Yay proximity to Bow Market and other fun, local businesses. I'm already considering my next reservation (Resy helps). Merci thanks beaucoup! P.S. Parking is a bit tricky, but parking in front of the nearby school worked out super well on a Saturday morning before the real brunch rush kicked in. read more

Juliet - Classy back area of the restaurant and bar / Jan 2026 - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

This place is the perfect brunch spot! I love coming here after going to the Union sq farmers market, which is nearby. If you go early enough, you won't need a res but otherwise it gets pretty busy pretty fast. The food is delicious! I love the smoked salmon-related brunch items. The caramelized grapefruit is a must! read more

Juliet - Smoked salmon toast - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Came here for brunch a few times; definitely consider making a reservation. The Juliet omelette was really delicious, and the flavored breadcrumbs on top added great texture and a surprising hint of lemon. I recommend any dish that comes with their roast potatoes, because the potatoes are truly amazing. I could honestly eat a whole plate of those and consider them a meal because they're that good and satisfying. We tried the caramelized grapefruit, which is basically a bruleed grapefruit half, and it was okay, nothing outstanding and I'm not sure if I would get it again. The earl grey scone is also a nice treat. Service is generally nice and can be slow at times, but I attribute that to just the servers being stretched to accommodate larger groups during a busy weekend. read more

I stopped by for brunch and thought it was such a cute spot! I ordered the bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich, which was really tasty. The Dijon mustard had a bold, slightly unique kick, but I actually loved the extra flavor it added. I also tried the London Fog with honey and oat milk--absolutely amazing and perfectly balanced. The service was quick and attentive, and they handled an allergy in our group seamlessly, which we really appreciated. read more

Juliet - Bacon, egg & cheese sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Juliet has a great atmosphere with aesthetic food, but price does not translate to decent portion sizes and consistent service. But the food was still tasty and I would consider coming back to try the dinner menu. Food: I think the food all around was great. The fluffy eggs and the papas brava were the highlight but the plates overall were not substantial. For example, each omelette was rather small and only came with half a slice of toast. Service: Service was good! We got sat fairly quickly and only had a small blunder of a wrong drink, but nothing major. Atmosphere: This is Juliet's strong point. The decor was very cohesive from the furniture down to the wall paint. It makes the dining experience more up-scale. read more

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My order: GF earl grey scone and iced espresso The review: I arrived and the pastries were casually laid out in the open air when you first walk in. This might be the cause of the dry pastry problem that I've read about in other reviews. The scone ended up being flavorful but very dry. The iced espresso was good and strong! A 20% service fee was automatically charged and they still ask for tip. Leads to a bit of an awkward scenario. Will still go back for coffee! Not sure about the scones. read more

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Visited today for brunch with my sister and her boyfriend. Had a lovely experience and even said hi to some friends in the bustling space! We split the kale caesar and potatas bravas, and I got the pasta. Everything had the perfect balance of acidity, spice, and saltiness. The stand out for me was the Saffron soda though, which was delightfully sweet and flavorful. If you love saffron and love soda you must try! We each had a different dietary restriction but our waiter Jamie was amazing and the cooks couldn't have been more accommodating! No eggs for me, no dairy for her, and no gluten for him, who has celiac. They thoughtfully put croutons on the side, potato's broiled instead of fried. This way none of the shared dishes had cross contamination and had no reaction. Always a win. Grabbed an orange cranberry muffin on the way out- will be coming back for more! read more

Juliet - Kale Caesar Salad and potatoes brava - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Came here after a while for dessert and wow have things changed over the years! The food is extremely subpar. They charged $12 for a slice of chocolate cake that was an abysmally sized serving (photo attached) and tasted cold (straight from fridge) and stale. Definitely will not be visiting this place again. Very unfortunate. read more

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Went here on Labor Day, and our server Kayla was the only one working so she warned us service might be slow. But it wasn't, she was AMAZING! It was a very busy day and she was multitasking like crazy, I felt for her! She was sweet and such a hard worker for carrying the shift on her own. Thank you Kayla! read more

I came here for weekend brunch with my parents and we ordered the juliet omelette, tomato baked eggs, and earl grey chocolate scone for dessert. The omelette had a subtle creamy flavor and a fluffy texture. Our favorite was definitely the tomato baked eggs, as it was flavorful and delicious, and perfect for dipping bread. The scone was also pretty good. Service was very kind, and they even gave us another pastry for free!! Overall a cute and inviting restaurant. read more

Juliet - juliet omelette, tomato baked eggs, earl grey chocolate scone - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Found myself in Boston this week and it is so much to do and EAT! Juliet has a lovely ambiance, and we only stop by for coffee! Prices were good and service was very nice. When we went in the afternoon, they only had 2 pastries, but the place was to be open all the way to the night. Coffee was nice as well, and it seems that this vendor does many good things for the community, like giving back by helping other starting small business. great concept guys. If you are in the area, please stop by and have an experience for yourself. Lots to do around as well. Happy coffee time! read more

Food was remarkably bad for dinner in a way that frankly isn't even worth describing because it would make the review too long. I don't know if this place was ever good in the past, but I would be shocked if it lasted another year (the restaurant was practically empty for a Saturday) with the quality I was served. You've been warned. read more

I had a wonderful time the first time I visited in 2024 but I went in May and it was actually so disappointing. We ordered the focaccia and instead we got a dry baguette bc they had run out (they also charged the same), then the steak was cold and we didn't get any aoili that we had ordered with the steak frites. Also the butter was just cold and unspreadable. The service was miserable due to the fact that there was a lack of communication from their end read more

Juliet - Mixed Radishes Salted Butter - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Sixth visit to Juliet with friends. The food is always excellent and the service is top notch. Reservations are highly recommended.

Food is well-portioned and for the most part reasonably priced, but beware that the aioli coastal option is a just few pieces of smoked salmon and anchovies (a max of $5 worth of toppings, even accounting for the restaurant upcharge) for an extra $16. Vibes are very cute for a date night or a friend get together (think: cozy but spacious wine bar) and service is good, but I would just go with the basic aioli plate next time. 5/5 ambiance 3.5/5 food 1/5 slightly ripped off experience 3.2/5 overall read more

Juliet - salad nicoise and salmon meunière - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Incredible bacon egg and cheese. Don't underestimate it. Thick cuts of bacon, and excellent cheese read more

Not what it used to be. My wife and I went here tonight and were very disappointed. My steak was cold, fatty, and full of gristle. My wife's mussels and fries were cold. The service was slow and unattentive. On top of all this, Juliet has eliminated their no tipping policy which but didn't lower their prices. This effectively makes dining their 15-25% more expensive! After years of patronizing this place, we will not be back. read more

This was my second time eating at Juliet - I first came for dinner and then for their brunch, which I always heard good things about. The restaurant is so cute and also very fresh/clean looking. I came for brunch on a Saturday and was able to get seated within a few minutes without a reservation. My friend and I tried their caramelized grapefruit which was DELICIOUS! It was warm, sweet, tangy, and just the perfect snack to pair with our savory brunch entrees. Their Lox Benedict was scrumptious - I gobbled this one up. The pulled pork sandwich was also very good, the meat flavored and seasoned well. It seems like their brunch menu changes so I'll definitely be back again! read more

Food was great, used a lot of cool flavors that I enjoyed. Tried the Ribs, Kale Caesar, Spaghetti Pomodoro, Chef's Special Omelette, and Mussels. All 5/5, the only thing was the kitchen and space seemed very busy and the servers weren't super attentive. The food was delicious and well done though, so I'd still recommend to try it for the food! read more

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Juliet is a charming bistro offering mostly French fare. The menu offers a range of small snacks and starters like marinated mushrooms, olives, radishes and butter, aioli dip trays, and a cheese board that are great for sharing over drinks. Further features include omelettes, mussels and fries, pastas and more traditional items like roast chicken, steak frites and burgers. The dishes for the most part are well done, bright, clean and with focused flavor profiles. The roast chicken was nicely cooked but a little over-salted. Service staff were very friendly but the course progression, particularly our entrees, was on the slow end. The space, itself, is beautiful and among the more romantic restaurant spaces in Boston. read more

Juliet - Burrata with citrus and vegetables - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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As a restaurant for dinner this place is really underwhelming and downright thievery. We tried the Foccacia. It was incredibly bland and tasted like wonder bread. Does Juliet know about the nearby local bakeries that specialize in Foccacia like Formaggio Kitchen ? Wegmans makes better Foccacia ! For entree I had the Pollock. Overall it was decent but priced at an insane $37! The sugar snap peas were not fully cooked. You can get higher quality fish dishes in NYC for cheaper. Someone else had a super sad looking Risotto with 3 small mussels. Please look up Risotteria Melotti for what actual risotto should be. Can't recommend this place and will never come back again. read more

The food itself is not bad. Not blown away by anything but it delivers as a solid morning breakfast spot. The potatoes are okay, decently salted and soft, but I would have liked a little more flavor on it. Side salad is very lightly dressed and just a couple of leaves. The side of bacon was the star of the show. For five dollars, you get a quite a bit. read more

Juliet - Omelette with olives, red onions. Comes with toast and home fries - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Our waiter forgot about 2 of the 5 things we ordered. When we asked him about one of them, a drink, he was not friendly at all. It then took a long while for us to figure out he never put in the other item as he never showed up again. We decided try to grab attention from another waitress, only to cause more confusion. In the end the manager did show up to apologize but we still got charged for 20% gratuity! Too bad we will not go back again read more

Came here for dinner on an early Friday evening and we arrived with a reservation, but the place was basically empty up until the last 15 minutes of our visit. I would recommend trying to book ahead regardless of this though as it seems like it really got busy towards a normal dinner time (6/7ish). We were seated near the entrance and there was a lot of natural light in the area which was nice. The decor was also very quaint and bright - I thought it was overall a really nice, clean place. The five of us got their "dinner our way" which is a three course meal for $58 per person. This was a bit of a mistake though as we didn't ask what was part of it and a lot of dishes were olive centric - a majority of us don't like olives so we ended up not enjoying some of the plates served. The main entree was mussels which most of us liked, but one of our party really cannot eat mussels so that was unfortunate for her. There was also poor communication on what course we were on throughout the meal which led us to be very confused; every time we asked a server, they weren't very sure or clear on how many dishes there were per course or where we were in the meal. The food itself was decent - the beginning was a little misleading and each plate was a little small, but we got to try a bit of everything which was nice. No complaints for the bread or charcuterie, but the omlette was difficult to split and the crepe-like things weren't amazing. The highlight was most definitely the mussels for me which had a really nice flavor and the portion was decent (both types were great). I did notice that we got essentially the same salad like three times which was kind of repetitive, but the white fish was really great! I was looking forward to the pasta when I first saw it, but was super disappointed that olives were so heavy in the sauce - it was barely touched by us in the end. I loved the lemon tart at the end and found the rest of the desserts decent. Overall, I probably wouldn't get this specific meal again unless we could request dishes without olives. I'm curious to come here for breakfast as well since that seems like a popular option - their omletee would've been great for one person as it tasted good, just for dinner it was a little out of place. read more

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Beautiful bar atmosphere! Met up with some friends for drinks and apps. Delicious charcuterie boards with roasted veggies and meats and cheeses. Drinks were all specials. Loved the pink peeks throughout the restaurant. Our bartender, Jesse, was top notch with attentiveness and personable! read more

Juliet - Cappuccino - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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My husband and I came here for brunch and we ordered the Chilaquiles (added sausage) 21$ for myself and Brooklyn omelet (added home fries) 20$ for him. We also had the Oh Cha fog 5.50$ and hot coffee 4$. I am a hardcore Mexican food lover, and was excited to see Chilaquiles on the menu. If anyone knows what this dish is, it's basically fried corn tortilla simmered in a red sauce, topped usually with refried beans, eggs, cheese, and sometimes avocado. Their menu described it as fried tortilla with sunny side egg, hot sauce, and radish/veggies. I asked the waiter if there was going to be salsa and she said no, it would only have hot sauce on it. That should have been the major red flag where I order something else, but I stuck with it to give it a chance. Imagine my surprise when the dish came out and it was literally just two fried corn tortillas, a tiny bit of melted cheese, egg, and tiny bit of hot sauce with a bit of random veggies on it. It looked nothing like traditional chilaquiles or even close to it. The red sauce that should be coating the tortilla was completely absent. Like I could have made this at home for 3-4$ myself. What makes chilaquiles is the red sauce, so to have the most essential component not there, made me really disappointed. If you don't know how to make something right, don't offer it on your menu. Husbands omelet was fine. There is a mandatory 20% gratuity applied no matter the party size, which I do not agree with. Our server was nice in the beginning but was not so nice for whatever reason during the end. Barely spoke or checked up on us near the end. It's a cute little restaurant and maybe I ordered the wrong dish but idk. I also got their cranberry pound cake and carrot walnut bread (both made in house) on the way out and the pound cake was nice but the walnut cake was bone dry and crumbly. So again I don't know maybe I ordered the wrong item again but I don't see myself coming back for overpriced food that is mediocre in my opinion read more

I love that Juliet specializes in the cuisine of Nice, giving the menu focus and leading to some interesting dishes you rarely see in the US. I like the abundant and buttery veggie-focused appetizers, the fluffy omelettes, and most of the other Nicoise mains. That said they are sometimes too heavy handed with the salt. The service charge is fair and well explained -- it's to help back of house make a living wage. You should be tipping 20% anyway unless something went seriously awry. read more

Quaint yet modern girls night / wine bar vibed restaurant with food that I could probably cook at home but maybe it's just one small step up so it's worth coming out to eat for, but then again maybe not for the higher prices! They do charge at automatic 20% gratuity but at least you are getting good table service (unlike Dear Annie) Marinated mushrooms - $6 for a tiny tiny bowl, enjoyed the faint spice Pissaladiere - $11 for 6 pieces, a decent portion! The focaccia was not great, quite dense and not crunchy on the edges. Topped with sweet caramelized onion, black olives, anchovies, but would be better w/o the overpowering olive Socca - worth the $17! I learned that this chickpea crepe is a street food from Nice! Super crispy edges, bit dense on the inside, paired with jammy roasted red onion and fennel. The hummus is not as tahini frosting-like as I prefer, but is refreshing against the hot socca. Beet salad - $15 for very saltily seasoned ricotta, fennel, orange, arugula Juliet omelette with grana padano, breadcrumb - I quite enjoyed this $14 omelette, I almost never order omelettes out because they all taste like the same greasy diner omelette I could make at home. This omelette was custardy and silky, but looked like it was falling apart / quite rustic in shape and so reminded me more of scrambled eggs. Lovely crunch from the breadcrumbs, much needed salt from the cheese, sometimes I tasted lemon bar since the egg itself was so mild / leaning sweet. Salad was a bit limp. Arrabbiata mussels + fries $29 and aioli for $2 - a large portion for the price but most of the mussels were overcooked and shrunken. The fries were super crunchy and not overly seasoned with rosemary! Aioli is nice but overrated, very garlicky. Chicken milanesa - worth the $22! I think it was some of the best internally seasoned chicken thigh I've had, much crunch! Roast chicken - they use Savenor's chicken breast and wings so I see why it's $28! This was textbook perfectly cooked, juicy, bouncy chicken. Lacking a craveable flavor (whereas I crave Costco rotisserie chicken) but I can see an appeal for the texture. Soft and tender carrots (possibly too soft for some) and potatoes. Roman market beef sandwich - this was pretty bad but at least it's on the cheaper side at $18? Literally a plop of generic braised beef stew on top of untoasted dense focaccia. The beef was not unctuous, a bit tough, the carrot cubes hadn't become part of the stew and sat awkwardly on top of the sogging bread. Apparently there is sage gremolata and calabrian chili oil? Also came with fries that were not as crispy crunchy as the ones in the bowl that came with the mussels. Chocolate mousse - cute little portion, reminded me of namelaka that I've made at home before. I heard the $18 burger is amazing, and I had wanted to order the Nicoise salad but they ran out of tuna and replaced it with salmon. I think I'd come back here for brunch / during the day to enjoy the sun. read more

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Brunch was delicious. First time for me but the folks that made the reservation have been there many times. Now I know why! Service was great and attentive. read more

Good food and atmosphere. Service is excellent. Place is nice and cozy. Been there twice so far. Very enjoyable dinner. Only that one of times I was there, the desert tasted stale like it'd been in the fridge for some time. read more

Came for brunch and had a great time! I ended up being a walk in and even though it was busy, I got a table within minutes. I was sat at a booth which was very cozy. The staff also made this a great experience. The host was so friendly and took the time to explain what his favorite items was and told me his go to order which I ended up getting. I ordered the breakfast sandwich and subbed the bacon for sausage based on the recommendation and it was one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had in a while. read more

Juliet is a great Somerville gem. It has a cute ambiance that is comfortable but also nice. Great for a date night. We've come for both brunch and dinner and were happy with both experiences. Its wine bar is next door as well. Service was attentive and the food was very flavorful. We have tried the mussels, omelettes, pesto pasta (dinner), and many of the wines. We keep coming back and definitely recommend also if you have guests in town! read more

We attended my son's wedding ceremony and dinner at Juliet. It was absolutely amazing! The staff are so professional and the food was delicious! I would recommend Juliet for casual dining or a special occasion! read more

Love the vibe of this place. Enjoyed their specials - the sugar grapefruit and earl grey chocolate scone - but didn't think they were the standouts. The Gruyère mushroom omelette was the winner for me! Very friendly and quick service. read more

Juliet - Grapefruit - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Yes, the food was superb, but the service was so so good. Very personal and fun and informative and playful and professional. A must stop place with great vibes. read more

Have been back to Juliet in their new space for brunch and dinner and while I love the food, they're still figuring some ops kinks to work out. Brunch - I came when it first opened and I was the only one at the bar. Service: It took over 15 mins for me to put my order in because they seated too many people at the same time. The bartender flat out ignored me until I literally flagged him and said "hey can you take my order?". Food: I thought I would miss the mustardy potato salad, but the home fries are good! crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside. I am sad to see that the Brooklyn isn't on the menu, but the mushroom and gruyere is wonderful. Dinner - Much better service than brunch, but we were 1 of 2 tables. The NE mussels were really good, the mussels were tender and the creamy broth was light with chunks of potato and bacon. Fries were perfect for dipping. The risotto was nice, but not memorable and I wouldn't get it again. Ended with the chocolate mousse which is very rich and dense and more like pots de creme, couldn't finish it. Still a fav of mine in Somerville, hope they smooth out their brunch kinks. read more

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