Lunch time! Yes! Wanted a yummy lunch so decided to come to Revival because we know they have several lunch items on their menu and also coffee! The place has plenty of seating and it's always welcoming with it's relaxing background music. My boyfriend and I wanted coffee for sure but then couldn't decide on what food items to order. We finally decided to share a grilled cheese sandwich and a tomato soup because it was a cold day and we were a little chilly from walking outside. The tomato soup hit the spot! It was rich in flavor and it was served with a nice big slice of bread. The grilled cheese was very gooey and delicious! It was packed with tons of cheese and it was literally oozing out with cheese because it had so much. We enjoyed dipping our breads into the soup and soaking up the yummy soup. Each bite was perfection! We ordered at the counter and the nice waitress brought over our food to our table. The coffee was also very good and it paired very well with our yummy lunch. We had a perfect winter lunch date! read more

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Revival Cafe in Lexington is an absolute gem. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and has that perfect local vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. Treated myself to a flavorful, and clearly crafted with care ice coffee. Very friendly and attentive staff, which makes the whole experience even better. Whether you're grabbing a quick coffee to go or sitting down to catch up with friends, Revival certainly is a place to do that. Easy Chickpeasy Salad Marinated chickpeas, roasted onions, pickled asparagus, cucumber, radish, spinach & poppy seed vinaigrette & crispy shallots Crema Roast Turkey Turkey, avocado, bacon, jicama slaw, ancho aioli on marble rye read more

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Yuck. Cappuccino - sour and bitter, and oat milk (not sure what brand, but it's not Oatly, which is the best for espresso drinks), but it was watery. "Plain Jane" egg and cheese sandwich - could have had a better egg sandwich out of an airport vending machine. Basically, a roll, cut in half, with a pre-made scrambled egg square, and cheese, and microwaved to melt the cheese. Cinnamon Coffee Cake - since it looks just like what my grandmother use to make, I had hope. Hope was dashed, though it was better than the coffee or the microwaved sandwich. Will not return. read more

The eda-mama-mia was a delightful combination of flavors and the perfect size for lunch. I easily found a seat near the window to enjoy watching Lexington go by. read more

Revival Cafe & Kitchen - Eda-mama-mia! It was a delightful combination of flavors! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lexington, Massachusetts

Not from the area, we were in Boston for a hockey tournament. It seemed like a good place based off the reviews? But we had a hair in our yogurt parfait. The breakfast sandwich we got was delicious, the coffee was ok. The young man working the register was super nice but the tables were so close together and someone started putting their stuff down on our table before we were even done because there wasn't enough seating. read more

Three words: Golden Crema Latte!!! Orgasmickly good!!! Coffee, pastries and ambience for the win! They are all nice and smiling and they even let us bring our doggie with us!!! read more

I happened upon this coffee shop, while waiting for a tour to begin and decided to see what they had in store for me. The place was cute and kitschy at the same time, which I loved. The two baristas that helped me were very nice even though it was insanely busy (and we all know how that can get). I ordered the golden crema which was all kinds of creamy and delicious, as a latte should be. The coffee is quite nice here and I definitely would come back for that alone. I also tried the Raspberry Thumbprint cookie which was okay. Nothing to write home about - - and a Chocolate Walnut Mudslide cookie, which had no right to be a as good as it was. It was gooey and chocolatey, almost like an airy brownie in texture. I was very impressed and if I was irresponsible, I would have gotten a dozen of them to go, because I could eat those all day long! But I was good and just took the memories with me. Love this place and am still dreaming of those cookies as we speak. When can I go back?? read more

Revival Cafe & Kitchen - Golden Crema (latte with honey & cinnamon) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lexington, Massachusetts

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Would have given this place 2 1/2 stars, if that were an option. Looks like it should be good but I got a "Mexican Street corn scone", which sounded good, but was super-dry, the corn was hard, and it was weirdly salty in some bites. Iced latte was mediocre. I'm going to stick to Pete's and Tattes in Lexington center. read more

Revival is such a lovely addition to Lexington center. I have been quite a few times and absolutely love the egg sandwiches. The coffees are always perfect. I enjoy the salads and how fresh the ingredients are. The baked goods offer lots of choices and are delicious. The staff are so friendly, always willing to give suggestions and to accommodate allergies. The cafe has the best vibes. There are always people reading books and newspapers, enjoying the morning and happy to be there. Revival is a nice break from reality, a nice way to slow down and enjoy a fresh delicious meal. read more

Everything is expensive. I would just like to not get ripped off too. Paying 12 dollars for this is and a tiny latte is just ridiculous. Won't be back. read more

Revival Cafe & Kitchen - Soggy bagel with a whisper of cream cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lexington, Massachusetts

The coffee was good. Nice and clean atmosphere. The seating was comfortable. Friendly staff.

The people who work here are super nice! However my problem comes with the products itself. This place is very average at best. The espresso is consistently bitter/sour and never worth a trip for. As well my biggest issue is the drink trays that Do Not Fit the drinks. This leads to the predictable drink spillage which can be especially annoying if your drink is hot! I really am surprised no one has changed the drink trays or cups to be able to do what the intended purpose of a drink tray is (securely hold multiple drinks for transport). A flat surface is better than the drink trays there. Very frustrating! Also the whole cafe smells like bathroom. read more

Cute cafe with delicious sandwiches and variety of coffee and tea! The staff is always warm and welcoming! Great for lunch or breakfast. Nice place to catch up with your friends! This review was made in connection with a Toast promotion. read more

I just ordered a cheese Danish and it was meh. For $ 5.00, I was hoping for better quality given the price. Hopefully their the coffee is better. read more

Stopped by last weekend. The food is fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully crafted, with options that cater to all tastes. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or sitting down to enjoy a leisurely coffee, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. After your visit, take a stroll through the picturesque Lexington streets, where historic homes and charming shops make for a perfect afternoon walk. A great spot to relax, enjoy great food, and explore a beautiful town! read more

Pretty good coffee here - I agree with some other reviews that the staff is young, but the coffee and pastry I had were both pretty good.

Stopped in here for the first time today. It's a nice light space and a good vibe and on warmer days they open the street-side windows and basically make it an open cafe which is nice. Unfortunately it falls down on the stuff they actually sell. I had a hot latte and it was definitely not as good as Peet's and wasn't even as good as Starbucks. Ooof! I also ordered the Salt-n-Pepper, which according to the menu board is supposed to have egg, bacon, maple mustard butter and monterey jack (and I think cheddar as well). The sandwich I got had a steamed, sponge-textured egg patty instead of an egg (menu said anothing about egg patties), only had cheddar cheese -- no jack, and there was no detectable maple mustard butter. And they charged $9 for that debacle. Unfortunately this was takeout so I only discovered all that when I got home and so couldn't complain about it then and there. And on top of all that, they tack on a 5% "hospitality fee". What a rip-off! Needless to say, I'm never stepping foot in there again. read more

LOVE THIS PLACE!!! So much better than Peet's. Staff was so kind and the food is to die for. I got the Jimmy Pesto and it was so good. The atmosphere was welcoming and customers were chatting with each other as one family. Loved my iced coffee I got both the seasonal maple and the golden crema with salted oat milk. Sooooo yummy and can't wait to come back!! read more

Revival just opened in Lexington and they were packed on a Saturday morning. I noticed they have a La Marzocco espresso machine, so I was expecting a high quality coffee experience. The coffee was quite good, but there were two baristas working. One, who seemed very sweet and seemed to be making the coffee with great care. And, another barista who seemed nice enough, but acted a bit more like a manager and kept scalding the milk. So, when it came time to make my cappuccino, I unfortunately had mine made by the manager appearing barista and .... of course ... she scalded the milk. It was truly quite hot. That said, once it cooled off a bit, it was ok. But I expect a bit better. That said, they just opened and I'll give them another chance. But please - don't scald the milk. read more

Why I am paying 5% extra for the screen operator to drink their Iced Matcha while taking my order? I had to wait while their coworker tried it too and they discussed, I guess it was too sweet. The rest of customer service experience was not too sweet. Do they not get breaks to drink Iced Matcha? So far the food and beverages have been 100% worth the expense and hassle. Not sure I should be paying for the hassle part. I did tip 25% just to see the real attitude of the staff. The manager threw my sandwich on the counter and slammed down the drink. Revival is completely off my list. The behavior and treatment is most likely a direct representation of the "Mothership". read more

The crispy eggplant sandwich was really good, their coffee is miles ahead of Peet's and they have great service. Really happy to have them in the neighborhood. read more

Very poor judgment by the guy at the register. I spent $49 on breakfast for two -- ordering liberally to try the menu out as this was my first visit. I made a mistake of ordering crumb cake instead of what I wanted, which was coffee cake, which sat on the same plate and had a sign turned away from me. So when they gave me the candy-laced crumb cake, I said, sorry, I misordered and really wanted the coffee cake. He spent a long time checking the price and said he'd have to do a refund and new sale for the extra 25 cents of price difference. Any reasonable person in a good business should have just made the swap. Not just customer service, but even from a business cost POV. Terrible attitude, even when I politely hinted, if I were in his shoes or the manager, I would just swap. He shrugged his shoulders and said he couldn't do that. Exceptionally poor judgment and failure to understand what service means. Also, the chicken was dry and needed much more of the red onion mixture to give it flavor and interest. Grilled cheese was smushed and mediocre. I get that the main value proposition of the business is image and identity, but that's no excuse to cut corners on a foundation of food and service excellence. I'm not expecting gourmet -- just a basic standard of effort and care. P.S. This may be my first one-start review ever. I almost never post negative reviews. read more

Both of our breakfasts were delicious. The biscuit and bacon were outstanding. We liked the open air concept on a nice morning. The service was fast. read more

Went for lunch while on a Sunday bike ride on the minuteman rail trail. Honestly we were looking at the other sandwich shops but were not impressed with their reviews and menus. So we ordered at revival and were majorly surprised by the great experience. It was a fun cafe to sit in and the food was top notch with a warm and friendly staff. Also, the eggplant sandwich is in the running of GOAT sandwiches. Amazing!! read more

Pleasant atmosphere with decor straight out of the target kids section. I felt like I was in an ad for sunshine as I walked into this airy and light-filled coffee shop. The windows facing the center were opened all the way to allow a beautiful breeze to enter the establishment and swirl around me, I felt like a princess in a Disney film. I was beckoned up to the register, breaking my trance and promptly perused the menu. I chose to order a cold brew (room for milk, light ice) with almond milk and a granola bar from the pastry case. I was given my treat in a paper bag, after being asked if I dining "here" or "to-go" to which I responded "here! But can you put it in a bag". The cashier looked confused but obliged happily. I snacked on my granola bar while sitting near the window and kicking and swinging my feet. Some man decided to put his shoes on the table and I didn't like that but other than that it was good and I had fun and felt full. read more

Went twice in the past couple weeks. Tried the tiramisu danish, cheese scallion scone and matcha latte. All very delicious! Love the open air concept and the decor. What really captured my heart was their water glasses!! They were the same McDonald's water glasses my parents once had in their house. I had to have water even though I already had a latte in my hand. read more

ordered a grilled cheese and got melted cheese on soggy bread. ordered online and got this - so disappointing. already gave up on the drinks a while ago so didn't bother with those this time, galaray house across the street is a million times better. read more

Revival Cafe & Kitchen - grilled cheese (looks and tastes microwaved) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lexington, Massachusetts

This is the best coffee shop in my area. I wish they had a single estate espresso, but the complex drip coffee is very tasty. It seems like they use fresh coffee and try to make a good cup focused on the coffee itself read more