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Catering for our institute's tea break. I've always thought Tatte was just so-so, and this time was no exception. Cheese Boureka: The pastry was nicely layered, thin and crispy, crumbling with every bite; the ricotta also softened the fermented taste of the feta, still a bit sour overall but with a rich milky aroma. However, I found this bread a little dry, especially the inside was a bit hard. Perhaps it was because it had been sitting outside for a while.
Decent coffee shop with lots of fun pasties to try. Service was exceptional. Ambiance is a little chaotic but overall fun.
Food was okay. It was served kind of cold so I don't think I'd come back for food. I'd come back for a pastry and coffee. My pistachio rose cold foam latte was delicious
While visiting the Harvard campus, we stumbled upon Tatte Bakery and decided to stop in. I usually order a matcha latte, but I was severely disappointed this time--it tasted like watered down grass, lacking the rich, smooth flavor I expected. The bakery was bustling with customers dining in and taking out, but despite the crowd, I didn't quite understand the hype around it. Overall, it felt overrated based on my experience.
The food is really nice, I had the best pistachio croissant, and their house latte is really nice. With the price, i like to think its Starbucks 2.0. The service is really nice, the employees are very knowledgeable about the menu, and they recommended me good combinations for my drinks. In terms of ambience, I like to eat outside, where I watch the boards, and its so peaceful seeing the city works in the morning.
Stopped by on a Saturday afternoon after exploring Harvard. The line took about 20 minutes for me to get to the register. It was a little difficult to find seating for 4 people, and we waited until a table left before sitting down. I'm not sure if clearing tables is the customer's responsibility or the staff, but the lunch plates were never cleared in the hour I spent there to enjoy my pastries and drinks. The pastries were by far the star of the show, deliciously sweet and decadent without being too sugary, and we chose the sugar vanilla donut and the morning bun (their cinnamon roll). As you can see, my group snapped it up before I could grab a pic! However their drinks left much to be desired. I had the tatte house latte and I thought that the cinnamon was overwhelming and the other flavors (cardamom, honey) were faint. My mom simply had a latte and she said it was mediocre. My little brother's mango mint refresher was decent, and so was my uncle's cappuccino. The coffee itself didn't shine through either. They do offer oat milk substitutes which was nice. I will say that the interior was nice, location is convenient, and as is with all popular places, it gets particularly busy on the weekends.
A friend and I ordered two drinks: an Iced matcha latte and the tatte house latte! The tatte house latte surprised me so much! It has a cinnamon-like taste, and it was subtly sweet, just the way I like it. The matcha latte was pleasing to look at it especially with the logo written in cursive. The taste was equally very good! Service was kind and quickly responsive! There were a lot of families around noon on a Sunday. A couple of accidental spills occurred yet the staff and the people there were able to help each other, so already the environment felt quite friendly and supportive in this regards! In spite of the gloomy day, the interior lighting created a warm, kind atmosphere.
I had high expectations for this chain cafe, but it ended up being a very disappointing experience, even though the dining environment is great. Unfortunately, the food did not feel worth the money I paid.
great place with great ambiance. staffs are so friendly and polite. for foods... 1. fresh corn and avocado farro bowl: love it!!! like all body needs were fully covered due to their ingredients and mostly, they use all fresh and from the scratch 2. smoked salmon and avocado tartine: so good and the salmon is yummy 3. pistachio croissant: flaky which is great!!! the pistachio itself so good and right sweet 4. pineapple passion fruit matcha bombe: must try!!! love the taste though, can taste the matcha flavor cause not that sweet and suddenly when you scoop the filing which is passion fruit, a bit sour but by mixing them all, you can not stop eating it 5. white peach and mint tea cooler: for me, just ok love this place and will come back for sure when i visit east coast again...
Very long line but interesting latte offerings (Black Sesame Latte and Pistachio Latte) Enjoyed the muffins as well, ordered a tumeric muffin and a blueberry muffin! Other than the long line really enjoyed the morning stop here. Hope to return
Very delicious place, i like everything just by looking at all the food. Their cannolis place is always crowded and the manage to have everything very clean and the food presentation was very good also, i tried just a few things and everything was delicious, the staff is fast but the food is not, any ways by the time you find a table you food will be ready, price was reasonable i think. Honestly is totally a must in Boston.
Tatte Bakery & Café has a ton of locations around Boston, so I figured I'd give it a try. As a disclaimer, this was my first time trying Mediterranean food (and also my last). I was feeling adventurous and ordered a few things I'd never heard of, but honestly, this was probably the worst food and drink experience I've ever had. I didn't finish a single dish, which says a lot because I'm usually very against wasting food. The food was at least edible, but the honey halva latte was the most disgusting thing I've ever tasted, and that's coming from someone who regularly drinks black coffee. Very disappointing for my first meal in Boston.
Tatte, we sure liked you a latte! Visited Boston/Cambridge for 28 hours on our girls' adventures in New England! After wandering around Harvard, we grabbed an amazing lunch at Latte in Harvard Square! We each had the summer drink specials- faves were the white peach and mint tea, mango and ginger tea! Our plates were perfect- absolutely perfect- the crunchy halloumi salad was the best salad I've had in many moons- I think of it too often! My friends went the sandwich route with filling options of the turkey avocado and the short rib grilled cheese. As a sweet treat, we shared a vanilla lime krembo- if you have a sweet tooth, you're going to love this- the lime curd center was the cat's meow for me! There are many Tatte locations, but to be able to enjoy the sunshine and delicious treats across the way from the gates of Harvard University... well, there isn't a better spot!
3 months ago
Yummmmy pastries. Almond croissant was really good, I liked how the almonds were glazed and not plain. Pear tart was fire, it had a real pear in the middle. Crunchy overall. Pistachio cherry was good, loved flavor combo. Sweet but what I needed after a long day Matcha lemonade, honestly didn't really taste the lemonade or matcha but was refreshing Service was quick! Drinks came out fast and pastries was instant. Chill atmosphere to have a chat and pretty loud read more
3 months ago
Catering for our institute's tea break. I've always thought Tatte was just so-so, and this time was no exception. Cheese Boureka: The pastry was nicely layered, thin and crispy, crumbling with every bite; the ricotta also softened the fermented taste of the feta, still a bit sour overall but with a rich milky aroma. However, I found this bread a little dry, especially the inside was a bit hard. Perhaps it was because it had been sitting outside for a while. read more
1 month ago
Food was okay. It was served kind of cold so I don't think I'd come back for food. I'd come back for a pastry and coffee. My pistachio rose cold foam latte was delicious read more
5 days ago
While visiting the Harvard campus, we stumbled upon Tatte Bakery and decided to stop in. I usually order a matcha latte, but I was severely disappointed this time--it tasted like watered down grass, lacking the rich, smooth flavor I expected. The bakery was bustling with customers dining in and taking out, but despite the crowd, I didn't quite understand the hype around it. Overall, it felt overrated based on my experience. read more
4 months ago
The food is really nice, I had the best pistachio croissant, and their house latte is really nice. With the price, i like to think its Starbucks 2.0. The service is really nice, the employees are very knowledgeable about the menu, and they recommended me good combinations for my drinks. In terms of ambience, I like to eat outside, where I watch the boards, and its so peaceful seeing the city works in the morning. read more
Stopped by on a Saturday afternoon after exploring Harvard. The line took about 20 minutes for me to get to the register. It was a little difficult to find seating for 4 people, and we waited until a table left before sitting down. I'm not sure if clearing tables is the customer's responsibility or the staff, but the lunch plates were never cleared in the hour I spent there to enjoy my pastries and drinks. The pastries were by far the star of the show, deliciously sweet and decadent without being too sugary, and we chose the sugar vanilla donut and the morning bun (their cinnamon roll). As you can see, my group snapped it up before I could grab a pic! However their drinks left much to be desired. I had the tatte house latte and I thought that the cinnamon was overwhelming and the other flavors (cardamom, honey) were faint. My mom simply had a latte and she said it was mediocre. My little brother's mango mint refresher was decent, and so was my uncle's cappuccino. The coffee itself didn't shine through either. They do offer oat milk substitutes which was nice. I will say that the interior was nice, location is convenient, and as is with all popular places, it gets particularly busy on the weekends. read more
1 year ago
A friend and I ordered two drinks: an Iced matcha latte and the tatte house latte! The tatte house latte surprised me so much! It has a cinnamon-like taste, and it was subtly sweet, just the way I like it. The matcha latte was pleasing to look at it especially with the logo written in cursive. The taste was equally very good! Service was kind and quickly responsive! There were a lot of families around noon on a Sunday. A couple of accidental spills occurred yet the staff and the people there were able to help each other, so already the environment felt quite friendly and supportive in this regards! In spite of the gloomy day, the interior lighting created a warm, kind atmosphere. read more
11 months ago
great place with great ambiance. staffs are so friendly and polite. for foods... 1. fresh corn and avocado farro bowl: love it!!! like all body needs were fully covered due to their ingredients and mostly, they use all fresh and from the scratch 2. smoked salmon and avocado tartine: so good and the salmon is yummy 3. pistachio croissant: flaky which is great!!! the pistachio itself so good and right sweet 4. pineapple passion fruit matcha bombe: must try!!! love the taste though, can taste the matcha flavor cause not that sweet and suddenly when you scoop the filing which is passion fruit, a bit sour but by mixing them all, you can not stop eating it 5. white peach and mint tea cooler: for me, just ok love this place and will come back for sure when i visit east coast again... read more
Very long line but interesting latte offerings (Black Sesame Latte and Pistachio Latte) Enjoyed the muffins as well, ordered a tumeric muffin and a blueberry muffin! Other than the long line really enjoyed the morning stop here. Hope to return read more
11 months ago
Very delicious place, i like everything just by looking at all the food. Their cannolis place is always crowded and the manage to have everything very clean and the food presentation was very good also, i tried just a few things and everything was delicious, the staff is fast but the food is not, any ways by the time you find a table you food will be ready, price was reasonable i think. Honestly is totally a must in Boston. read more
Tatte Bakery & Café has a ton of locations around Boston, so I figured I'd give it a try. As a disclaimer, this was my first time trying Mediterranean food (and also my last). I was feeling adventurous and ordered a few things I'd never heard of, but honestly, this was probably the worst food and drink experience I've ever had. I didn't finish a single dish, which says a lot because I'm usually very against wasting food. The food was at least edible, but the honey halva latte was the most disgusting thing I've ever tasted, and that's coming from someone who regularly drinks black coffee. Very disappointing for my first meal in Boston. read more
Tatte, we sure liked you a latte! Visited Boston/Cambridge for 28 hours on our girls' adventures in New England! After wandering around Harvard, we grabbed an amazing lunch at Latte in Harvard Square! We each had the summer drink specials- faves were the white peach and mint tea, mango and ginger tea! Our plates were perfect- absolutely perfect- the crunchy halloumi salad was the best salad I've had in many moons- I think of it too often! My friends went the sandwich route with filling options of the turkey avocado and the short rib grilled cheese. As a sweet treat, we shared a vanilla lime krembo- if you have a sweet tooth, you're going to love this- the lime curd center was the cat's meow for me! There are many Tatte locations, but to be able to enjoy the sunshine and delicious treats across the way from the gates of Harvard University... well, there isn't a better spot! read more
Loud, crowded, bustling, casual Harvard Square vibe; dishes & silverware clanking, group brainstorming aloud, laptop keys tapping; the aroma of espresso & fresh pastries; it's a scene out of movie. Expect a long line; know what you want to order before it's your turn to order; service is fast paced; scope the main floor for a vacant table (good luck) or snag a table in the upper level; quality ingredients; extensive menu; many delicious options; limited neighborhood street parallel parking or just take the bus or T metro. Recommended. read more
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First time visiting boston so of course I had to try Tatte bakery. They had a huge selection of pastries but I decided to order an iced vanilla latte and an apple turnover. Iced latte: (5/5) Vanilla wasn't too sweet and the espresso was good quality. Apple turnover: (4/5) They didn't serve it warm which I found odd but besides that it was good. I'm not sure if u can ask them to warm it but if you can I would suggest doing so. Overall this place was good but the line is usually really long (especially the bathroom!!!) and there's so many cafes to try in the area so I would rather explore others the next time i'm in boston. read more
I work in Cambridge and wish there was a Tatte back home in RI! This is one of my all time favorite cafes. It's esthetically beautiful, welcoming, and gives off upscale classy cafe vibes. The cafe is very clean and the Harvard Square location even has an upstairs. There is plenty of seating. Since I drive in for work, I often have my vehicle with me and it can be a very busy area. I got lucky this time and found on street meter parking right outside the building. The cashier was a superstar! She offered great suggestions and I splurged and got every single thing she recommended. Amazing service from each person at the cafe. The staff is so attentive. Upon ordering, my pastries were already bagged and delivered once I cashed out. I got an Iced Pistachio latte and it was delicious! Being a Coffee-Holic - Usually these Pistachio lattes are hit or miss if it is not made right or too artificial but Tatte's Pistachio Latte was absolutely perfect! Smooth, velvety, great quality, and a nice subtle flavor. Just a heads up, it does have some texture in it with the Pistachio's but I really enjoyed it. If you're not a texture person, I would recommend a flavor shot latte. I also got the ham and cheese croissant and chocolate croissant - warm and flaky! 10/10!!! read more
We stopped by for a quick breakfast at this place twice during our trip. The bakery items looked great and the ones we tasted were really delicious. Most of the sandwiches were great except one that was little too salty. French toast was amazing. The service is friendly and quick. This place gets crowded so if you are looking for calm relaxing coffee time, this place is not it. read more
1 year ago
Love this Tatte location in Harvard! The chocolate croissants are my absolute favorite--flaky, buttery, and always fresh. Great coffee, friendly staff, and a cozy spot to sit and enjoy the buzz of Harvard Square. read more
2 years ago
One thing about this Tatte location - it's gonna be crowded. Weekends are the worst but even on weekdays it can be hard to find a seat. They did just open the second floor seating back up which makes it a little cozier (and easier to find a seat). There's still outdoor seating right now but I'm not sure if that's only because the weather so far has been pretty mild. I have ordered the same thing the last two times I came - the butternut squash hummus and roasted veggie pita. I love it! The roasted veggies pair so well with the creamy and savory hummus. The hummus flavor is very unique - the butternut squash makes it really smooth with a hint of sweetness, and there's a nice kick from the spices (I think I mainly taste cumin). The pita itself is fluffy and warm and they don't skimp on the veggies. Wish this wasn't a seasonal item! read more
We doubted if it would be good based on how many locations there are but we thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast! We stopped at the location in Cambridge on a Friday, there was a long line but it moved quick. Getting seats can be tricky especially if there's more than two of you. We had the pear tart, pizza focaccia, and shashuka and everything was delicious! The pear tart is not overly sweet and it is well balanced. The focaccia is fresh and the toppings are yummy. Shashuka is fresh and the bread it comes with is pillowy soft. read more
I always love the black sesame latte from Tatte! It's very smooth with a subtle black sesame flavor. I also tried the pistachio croissant this time and it was a little dry inside. This location is very busy and difficult to find seating. read more
Came in twice on weekdays in the summer. Pretty crowded but nothing crazy, line moved quickly. Pros: beautiful selection of pastries, ample seating upstairs and downstairs, accessible water, lots of natural light. Cons: not much in the way of hot food if you are vegetarian--ordered tomato bisque soup both days, (was decent) and both days my order was forgotten and I had to go back for the soup while my friend ate. staff weren't the friendliest. read more
2 years ago
The restaurant is clean and bright. We went on a Saturday afternoon, so it was very busy. But they have a wide selection of salads, bowls, sandwiches, and pastries. We were still able to find seats. Great place to enjoyed a view of Harvard Yard. read more
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We were so tired after touring Harvard's campus and we were searching for a nice place to chill and have a little snack. This place is perfect for that! I got a chai tea, tiramisu, and a passion fruit krembo. The chai tea was the perfect sweetness, unlike most cafes that make it overly sweet! The passion fruit krembo was amazing too. At first I thought it was too sweet but when I hit the sour passion fruit curd, it balanced everything out. Above all that , the service was great! 100% recommend! read more
This place is always BOOMING! There is usually a line out the door on the weekends or peak hours. They have an outside area with tables plus ground level and upstairs dining. They serve pastries, food, coffee, and tea here. The service is pretty quick, we got our food and drinks in 10 minutes. The roasted cauliflower sandwich (pine nuts, spicy labneh, raisins, chilies, cilantro, and capers) is the absolute best! It's relatively healthy and delicious with a little spicy kick to it. The prosciutto and fig panini sounded good, but the taste wasn't there. read more
I met some friends at Tatte's last weekend for breakfast. One of my friends is gluten free, and we were pleasantly surprised to find that Tatte's has an entire gluten free menu separate from the regular menu! This was so nice to find, given that most other places have just a few gluten free options or are willing to make certain substitutions. Tatte's certainly hit it out of the park with this! Location-wise, this bakery is centrally located in Cambridge and right across the street from Harvard. As we were walking there, we encountered a wonderful street market, as well, that spanned several blocks and offered live music, tons of food, and other goodies. Tatte's itself is pretty big, with 2 floors of seating. The main pastry/food bar is downstairs, which is where you order, and there seemed to be a bar upstairs, as well. Since it's a popular place, it was a bit challenging to find seating, but we eventually found a cute seating area with some couches and chairs. Half of us waited online while the other half guarded the seats, and after about a 15 min wait, we ordered our food. The food came out quickly and was all delicious! We were all happy with what we had chosen. I split food with my friend and we shared the smoked salmon, egg, and avocado sandwich as well as the savory french toast. As we were leaving, we grabbed some pastries to go. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area! read more
This is a great cafe/bakery near Harvard's campus, perfect for a casual breakfast or brunch before exploring Cambridge. My friends and I stopped here on our way to walk through Harvard on a Sunday morning. The cafe was quite full, and we had a little bit of trouble finding seating. We waited on line for about 15 minutes. One member of our party is Celiac, and we were pleased to find an entire gluten free menu as well as gluten free pastries ready to go. I split a savory French toast and a sandwich with smoked salmon, eggs, and avocado with a friend. Everything was delicious! There are gender neutral bathrooms available on the first floor, and I believe there are additional bathrooms on the second floor. I recommend getting pastries to go! There is street parking available as well as paid lots. Overall, I was very happy with Tatte's! Everything was tasty and the presentation was incredible. If I'm ever back in the area, I'll definitely be paying them another visit! read more
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