This is true neighborhood gem. Breakfast is very good but lunch menu is amazing. And daily special pastries complete the menu with full coffee bar choices. Don't skip them when you are in this part of town. Another mention deserve their catering menu: highly recommended. read more

Great place to grab a coffee or bite to eat (really good food options!), catch up with friends, and do some work. I like their system of limiting laptops when it's busy, but still allowing it when it's not. Seating is definitely limited but it seemed like there was fairly quick turnover. read more

Rifrullo - Cafes Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

Genuinely one of the most miserable breakfasts I've ever paid for. I ordered what was supposed to be a lox dish. The lox just tasted bad and slimy. The whole place feels like it's trying painfully hard to be trendy and "healthy," while completely forgetting that food should actually taste good. It came on this so called homemade seed bread cracker thing that was easily the worst bread I've ever had, dry, dense, and borderline inedible. There was allegedly cream cheese, but it was more of a suggestion than an ingredient. A literal whisper. Then there was the slaw, if you can even call it that. No dressing, no seasoning, no flavor whatsoever. Just a pile of bland, lifeless cabbage. It felt like they forgot to finish making it and just sent it out anyway. And the Vietnamese coffee? Somehow even worse. No other word but bad. And Vietnamese coffee is great! But not this one. Overall, it felt like style over substance in the worst way possible. Overpriced, underwhelming, and honestly kind of insulting. I would not go back. I had this breakfast months ago but I literally can not stop thinking about how bad this was every time I pass this place. 0 stars read more

Good food and pretty cozy. Got a frittata and it was quite moist and flavorful! Loved the old school plates as well. Also really liked the balance with the salad. Was surprisingly busy on a weekday, so it was a bit louder than I thought it would be read more

Rifrullo - Frittata - Cafes Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

I enjoyed a late Sunday morning visit to this café. The hot chocolate was rich and tasted like real chocolate compared to more sweet/milky varieties. There are several tables for those dining in. There was a mix of people socializing and working here. Medium noise level. The wait wasn't too long for food and drinks. There is ample, free street parking within the block. read more

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Rifrullo turned a bad morning into an amazing day! The food was tasty and ambiance was inviting, tranquil and appealing to the eye. The dining area is cozy with vintage/farm style furniture. We had "The Cypress" breakfast sandwich, huevos rancheros and pastries. All were made to perfection. I had the most incredible blueberry muffin. I got one to go. The service was friendly and quick. Totally recommend Rifrullo. read more

Rifrullo - Delicious blueberry muffin - Cafes Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

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I got the lemon curd french toast which came with carmelized fruit and it was very good! The cashier was very nice. Important to note that the menu is somewhat seasonal so they did not have the cinnamon custard French toast I had read about in the past read more

I really like that the menu is constantly changing and the food is always well-crafted and uniquely thoughtful. For example, a unique element in the turkey sandwich was sliced apples. I don't usually find apples in sandwiches but Rifrullo delivered. In general, the meals here are balanced, healthy and yummy. The staff is also very kind and accommodating. The seating is first come first serve so there's no guarantee you will have a seat, but hopefully you get lucky when you go ;) Definitely recommend. read more

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We popped into this cute cafe after a visit to the Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic site. The cafe has interesting sandwiches and lunch items, some baked goods and classic cafe drinks. We got the Cubano, salmon burger, chia ginger lemonade and a couple of cookies. Friendly service, great food and drinks. This was a nice find! read more

Rifrullo - Salmon burger - Cafes Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

I rarely give 1-star reviews, but I sadly have to for Rifrullo. We went there for brunch on a Saturday. There was a long line to order, and there was no available seating except for outside. There were people milling about who seemed to have just ordered a coffee and were taking up seats. Second, we ordered two of their breakfast sandwiches, and requested that one was without cheese. We got them to-go because there was no seating. They took a long time (20 mins) to make the sandwiches, as they only have 1 cook. The cook wasn't wearing gloves. When we got home, we found that the sandwich labeled as "no cheese" had cheese inside! My fiance absolutely abhors cheese and this ruined his day. It was also really expensive for what you get. In all, bad service, no seating room, bad food. read more

Rifrullo - Inside - Cafes Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

Hidden gem in Brookline. Close by to the Reservoir to enjoy a walk with pastries and coffee in hand. Owner is a James Beard winner. Pastry selection is incredible and varies day by day with a unique spin. Generally, enjoyed the chocolate quinoa cake which emulated a true decadent chocolate cake well enough that I likely couldn't discern the difference. Have tried the banana bread, cookies, and brownies without any disappointment. The pastries are flavorful without ever being overly sweet. Interesting selection of various pastries that will definitely be unique relative to the average bakery in Boston. Coffee/lattes are well made with homemade and seasonal syrups. Quaint ambiance with some seating, perfect for working, meeting with friends or for dates. Staff is very friendly and service is expedient. Personally, I've been disappointed with the meals. I tried the French toast and felt the fresh fruit was lacking and didn't detect any of it the custard. The breakfast sandwich was also underwhelming. Would stick with coffee/pastries. It's a little pricey but on par with Boston cafes and better than the chains. read more

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Banana bread was amazing!! Highly recommend. Owner was so sweet and took care of us beautifully.

Alright, I have been dying to try this place. I read about it and also have a gluten free friend that says it is amazing. I read about the turkey club that is a staple for me and reviews couldn't have been better. Definition of a turkey club "a triple-decker sandwich with three slices of toasted bread, turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise, typically cut into four triangular pieces and held together with toothpicks". I ordered one regular turkey club and one gluten free. The regular had good flavor but was small and not a turkey club at all but a very flat small turkey sandwich. They charged a 3 dollar up charge to take this bread away from the normal turkey club and have the insides of the sandwich sit on a plate with a cracker. This was called a gluten free sandwich. The total price was $43.75, almost $22 dollars per "sandwich". Not worth it at all. I won't be back. read more

Cute place and the salmon cakes were great. I also had the matcha latte which was good and not too sweet. Clean bathroom and nice indoor seating. Outdoor seating is on the street and separated from traffic via a barricade. read more

This place is a yummy little breakfast and lunch and treat place. Great cappuccinos and yummy pastries and cookies too! The ambience is sweet and chill and the food is tasty and fresh farm to table -ish. Very good service from sweet and kind people. Just a yummy chill hang. We are the French toast abs huevos rancheros. Yum yum. Definitely worth a visit. read more

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The cafe is small but seems spacious inside. There is a variety of unique and different-sized tables and furniture. It's a good place for a friend catch-up or business acquaintance meeting! The coffee is definitely strong, I feel wired shortly after a third of a cup of drip coffee. Most of all the barista lady is very warm and welcoming. I had the drip coffee and the salty oats. The oats smell very fragrant. read more

Rifrullo - Salty oats - Cafes Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

@joyce K maybe go to your local chain Starbucks or Dennys where all the food is wrapped in plastic and people wear gloves. Sounds more up your alley. Plus you can yell at your Server directly from your spacious table when they give you unwarranted cheese, rather than find out after you drive all the way home. Poor you :) All jokes aside I really liked this place. Love the labneh and Turkish eggs. The eco conscious etiquette is rare in Boston, so happy to see when someone prioritizes environmental sustainability over convenience and speed. read more

Came here with a friend - got the Turkish eggs which was absolutely phenomenal. The staff was friendly and the atmosphere was lovely.

I came in here for lunch today when I was walking past and got intrigued. Was not disappointed. The inside is adorable, good seating with tables and chairs, even a pink couch! They had all the fancy drinks offered like matcha, chai, etc. and normal coffee. A lot of the baked goods said gf so if you have a gluten intolerance this is a good spot. The lunch menu had sandwiches, salads, and wraps. They also had smoothies and breakfast. So much I wanted to try but I ended up getting the turkey club which was delicious. It had a really good sauce and some greens to add a little nutrients which I love. They had vegetarian options as well. So if you have dietary restrictions it's a good place to go too. Will be coming back! read more

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I've been coming here since it opened years ago. This morning I had the most exquisite "Turkish poached egg" (with Harissa spiced eggplant, flatbread, sesame hazelnut dukkah and yogurt). Lord that was amazing. I have never understood less-than- great reviews for this place, except to say that the owner hasn't always been friendly to all her customers- not that it really matters, since she's usually backstage these days. And anyway, she has all my respect for her food. I found this mini-doc...if you keep watching you'll get a sense: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7xq-7QrAS0. Beautiful, imaginative, healthful food in an intimate, lovely space. I hope this wonderful place endures! read more

Having been to Rifrullo a couple of times, I can say that it's a cafe that offers delicious food that are fresh and locally sourced. It reminds me of home cooking a little bit but it's definitely better than my own cooking! Their latte is really good-maybe it's the farm fresh milk? I really enjoy the baked goods too, they are not too sweet, perfect for my liking. Only area that could be improved is the consistency of service at front. Most of the time I encounter friendly services, but a few times the person at front looked annoyed to take my order. read more

Rifrullo - French toast + pork polenta grits - Cafes Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

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Prices up alert! Just be sure to look at your bill and factor that in with the tipping. Kitchen fee, tip fee, prices up, the same sandwich from 4 months ago is now 25% higher, nah fam the slow service inconsistent food it's just not worth it. read more

I got the turkey club. Taste was ok. Bread was stale and I found a small hair underneath one half of my sandwich before I took a bite. Won't go back. Also got banana bread it was dry. Also, obviously judged myself for eating the other half that didn't have a hair but I was starving so idk what to tell you. read more

This cozy little café is located right by Boylston Street near Brookline Hills T Station on the D Line. They have a variety of savory and sweet treats as well as a hot menu like Shakshuka and Sandwiches. It's certainly the best (and only) coffee shop in the area! read more

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What a charm Rifrullo is in this neighborhood! It has been my favorite café for years. If you are looking for a local amiable place with incredibly delicious food, amazingly friendly staff, as well as irresistibly cozy atmosphere, don't miss this place. Honestly speaking, it's competitive to find ideal seating occasionally, but how could you blame a spectacular and popular café for having not enough seating. read more

This cafe had been on my list for a while and I was so glad to finally visit it a few weekends ago. Tucked away from the busyness of RT 9, is this incredibly homey, cute and delicious spot. It was an unseasonably warm day so I was able to sit by the windows and enjoy the street-facing cafe vibes. The cashier was super kind as well! Can't wait to come back and try some food! read more

Rifrullo - Cafes Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

The best local cafe. I lived a few doors down and it was always our go-to for coffee, gluten free treats and even tasty to-go food. Love this local spot and the friendly people! read more

Rifrullo - Cafes Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

Ambiance is great! The food/service not so much. We ordered a huevos rancheros and a cypress. I even pointed to it on the menu. I went to the counter only to be handed two orders of huevos rancheros. I asked where the cypress was and I was told I ordered 2 of the same thing. WTF! Didn't want to argue. Took the two orders of huevos rancheros. Only to find out this dish does have Huevos but no Rancheros. More like allevatori it had some version of tomato sauce. Very disappointed with this eating establishment! read more

Rifrullo - Sauce on the huevos rancheros! - Cafes Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

loved the interior, service was pretty good, loved how many vegetarian options there was. i wish the breakfast menu was available later in the day bc sometimes i just want a breakfast sandwich at 1pm :( coffee was great! wish there was cold brew. read more

Rifrullo is homey and has exquisite lunches as well as good dinner options to take away. I particularly like the kale salad and Cobb salad options. They have a couple smoothies and and healthy snacks like fresh paleo cookies. Their bacon lettuce apple sandwich on sourdough is a treat. The best part is they won an award for greenest restaurant In Massachusetts - they are so conscientious. Worth the trip. read more

Amazing find in a quaint neighborhood. I like the philosophy of this cafe providing fresh and healthy food. And tasty! And the price is good! I cant stop raving about this place. We ordered the grilled cheese and the cypress sandwiches. Really enjoyed it all. The spacing between tables inside the cafe is good protocol during this pandemic. You can also comfortably sit outside. The overall atmosphere is relaxed and warm. read more

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Lovely cafe and friendly staff! I was pleasantly surprised by how apple slices taste good in a sandwich and how creamy the latte is. The seasonal tartlet is so flaky and just the right level of sweetness. read more

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Rifrullo is a delightful, hidden artisanal cafe in Brookline Village. If you're an avocado lover, Rifrullo will meet your needs. A lot of their lunch sandwiches offer some variation of avocado stuffing. They make their own bread too! The cafe is very cute with minimalist decor. Their hot pink chesterfield sofa is such a nice feminine pop to an otherwise white/black/brown themed interior. With french jazz music playing and the place beaming with natural sunlight- this is the best cafe I've been to in a while. Rifrullo is my ritualistic visit if I want to treat myself after a gym session. Recs: (+) B.L.A. sandwich- Caramelized bacon, lettuce & avocado with lemon black pepper mayo $ 8.50. Bacon and avocado in a 'wich? YES please. (+) Grilled cheese - add avocado for a few extra bucks. The bread is perfectly crisp. (+) Iced latte - came in a mason jar for dine-ins $4 Take a look at their cafe website http://rifrullocafe.com/ to get more insight on the founder, Colleen. Sure enough, she was busy in action today. You grow to love this place even more after learning about Rifrullo's humble beginnings. read more

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Minor hiccup with them giving out our sandwhich to the wrong guest on accident. But worth the wait. We had the yummy Cyprus sandwich and vanilla oat latte(it was the best latte ever). So delicious. We also tried the pumkin banana bread. super yummy. If I'm ever in the area again I will stop by for sure. read more

I live in the old brick building on the corner of Rte 9 n Cypress. My BF and I went for breakfast. It cost over $40.00 and we left hungry.

A place for delicious food and good conversation. Delicious "soups" which are actually whole meals (e.f. Chicken dumpling soup also includes carrots, celery, fresh chives and thyme leaves, lots of chicken in a deep bowl with a side of toasted sour dough brushed with olive oil ); amazing salads and sandwiches (a veg banh mi to die for); many desserts and cookies; an espresso bar. A gracious brilliant sensitive often hands on owner. Frozen meals for takeout. Friendly crowd. read more

Always good and healthy options. The baked goods are good and varied. Nice neighborhood spot

Great brunch and lunch. Good selection of takeout options and friendly staff. A real community gathering place!

Healthy and unique food combinations that lead this café to become a hipster go-to for Brookline eats. Have eaten here for both breakfast and lunch but only having a picture of the sweet potato hash (sub duck egg for a normal one - added bacon), the smoothie was an $8.50 "generic green drink" that left my wallet and myself unimpressed. Appreciate the care to having food made from quality ingredients and it's super cute that they show where the produce is from on the little board. Pros: healthy, freshly made food, cute interior & nice cookbooks scattered around. Cons: pricey, staff weren't very friendly, food took a long time to make with no wait to order. read more

Rifrullo - Cafes Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

Smelled so good when I walked in and I had high expectations. Such a cute spot to stop off on a cold winter's day. Hot coco was yummy and bake goods were delicious. Beware that they close at 3:30 and if you are unlucky enough to be there at that time the woman in charge of closing will literally slam metal chairs as loud as she can to scare you out the door. A simple - 'we are closing can you please wrap it up' would have been totally fine. If you think I'm exaggerating please give it a go. Ushering people out the door is necessary but a bit of decorum would have been appreciated. I love supporting local businesses and chose this spot over Starbucks. Kind of bummed out because it a cozy spot and I'm w/in walking distance. :( read more