Madrid European Bakery is an excellent spot in Barrington for wonderful European cakes and…read morepastries. Everything in their display case looked enticing, and staff was friendly and patient as we asked what the individual pastries were, as many had delectable creams or fillings of various flavors. They also serve up ice cream, cookies, and coffee/caffeinated drinks. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, which gives off wonderful local cafe vibes. The parking lot is a bit tricky as there's only a one lane entry/exit, so could result in accidents if you and other drivers aren't careful in paying attention. We tried a Santiago orange-chocolate cake slice, an almond croissant, a chocolate chip cookie, and a selection of their 5 mini pastries. These baked treats (5/5) were all excellent in terms of quality, with delicious and satisfying flavors which we really liked. They use fresh and high quality ingredients, so while prices aren't cheap, they are reasonably in line for the quality of baked goods you're purchasing. We also ordered a cappuccino (4/5) which was beautifully presented, but wasn't our favorite among area coffee shops, but still an excellent accompaniment to enjoy their baked goods. We'll definitely be back and would recommend Madrid European Bakery and Patisserie to others. Their list of ice cream flavors looked unique and intriguing, so that only creates a dilemma of which sweet treats you choose to indulge yourself in when visiting.

Euro Madrid Review This spot is a hidden gem for dessert…read morelovers. I came specifically to try the crème brûlée ice cream after hearing about it--and it did not disappoint. The photo I took doesn't even come close to capturing how rich and indulgent it truly is. What really stood out, though, was the cake: a heavenly mix of crème brûlée and chocolate mousse that's unlike anything I've found elsewhere. Each bite was smooth, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. Euro Madrid is definitely worth a visit if you're in the mood for something sweet and unique.

One of the more enjoyable discoveries lately. Amazing variety of both sweet and savory items…read more I love their croissants - plain and the spinach/feta one. It's a true cafe ambiance to sit and enjoy. I do wish they served coffee in ceramic cups not paper ones. Friendly and helpful service too. Plenty of street parking options.

Cute bakery with tons of dessert items. While I only ordered the tiramisu latte, there were so many…read morebakery items from pastries to cakes that all looked fresh and well decorated. The tiramisu latte was well balanced with a sweet flavor but not overpowering making it a pleasant mid-day coffee. The lady finger at the top is a nice addition to the drink which can be dipped in the coffee, eaten alone, or ignored. Typically these drinks end up being super sweet but I liked how this drink managed to capture the tiramisu flavor while still staying true to a coffee based drink. The staff was friendly and while there is seating inside, it might be tough to find a spot depending on what time of day it is and the weather. Luckily this place is in a great walking area, so you can easily grab something to go. I look forward to coming back to try one of the many desserts.

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!

Our institute's tea break desserts. They have a Google Maps rating of 4.6. The rating is high, but…read morethey're just okay. Almond Cookie: Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a strong almond flavor. Almond lovers will really enjoy this. However, I found it far too sweet and didn't dare eat much.

Fabulous!!!!!!! Don't miss these great croissants! Couple of outside tables to sit. Not far off…read moreroute 9

The guy with his hair sprawling, not even pulled back had a major attitude. Seriously if you don't…read morelike people, why be in a service role. And the pastry was hard as a rock. Never again!

I am a bakery girl and let me tell you, Salt is in a league of its own. The Hazelnut eclair is…read moreINSANE. One of the best things I've ever tasted, full stop. If I am ever in the mood to celebrate a special occasion, this is the gold standard. Perfection!

My visits to family in Boston always has a bucket list of bakeries, Salt was one I saw on social…read moremedia so I of course had to see what the hype was all about. 1. Cheese bread: very tasty 6/10 2. Ham and cheese croissant 8.5/10 3. Famed chocolate chip cookie 0/10 couldn't eat but one or two bites, cookie sat on counter and went stale with out anyone wanting to try it. For a cookie that has been so hyped up I was truly disappointed, and trust me, I have had my share of chocolate chip cookies from everywhere and can usually say good or at least decent things about them, maybe they had a bad batch? Probably would not go out of my way for SALT on another Boston trip.

To preface my review, I have been to the other 2 locations in Belmont and Lexington multiple times…read morewith various group sizes 2-12 and those experiences were positive. Unfortunately this one started off on the wrong foot and ~40 minutes late in favor of a private party with an earlier reservation. They let the person who made the reservation know 4 days before our event of the change needed from 1pm to 1:30pm when we planned this back in October. We communicated the extreme inconvenience as some people needed to leave by 2:30pm sharp as we planned activities after in our schedule. The Vintage Tea & Cake Arlington staff refused to let our group and others in until 1:40pm even though the owner Adel reassured that we would receive prompt service. We watched them clean up the baby shower at 1:30pm while we waited in the cold. One of the guests in our party popped in to check the status and was admonished to continue waiting. Once they allowed our aggrieved party in the staff were professional. As there are multiple locations, Adel was not on site for us to address the issues directly. We communicated the menus we would order including group dietary restrictions in hopes this would save time upon arrival. 30 min into the seating the staff did bring our complimentary champagne for us. It was a nice gesture but unfortunately half of the group does not drink and one member was under 21. The tea and food itself seemed consistent with the other locations I've tried. The tea pots we received were large and partly due to being rushed no one in our group finished our pot. Half the group also took to go boxes. We departed by 2:40 pm. The staff were friendly and took nice group photos. This particular experience in Arlington fell short from our expectations. I'd recommend building in more buffer if you need to accommodate private parties to turn over the tables for reservations. Other logistics to consider: - Location is downtown so immediately in front is street parking there's also a municipal parking lot around the corner - Avoid making plans in 1.5 hour window after as they may not be able to honor the original reservation conditions from our experience.

We had the cutest afternoon tea at Vintage Tea Room! There were so many delicious-sounding tea…read moreoptions, but I went with the orange cinnamon spice and it was perfect. My friend has a gluten allergy, and the staff was amazing about it. they created equivalent GF options for her and even brought out two separate platters to avoid any cross-contamination. Each of us got four savory sandwiches and four mini desserts, which ended up being the perfect amount. The tea room itself is adorable inside, think charming mismatched plates, cups, and glasses that make the whole experience feel extra cozy. And a huge shoutout to Teagan, who gave us incredible service! She was so friendly, accommodating, and fun. Highly recommend!

I'm so glad I stumbled across this place on my walk home. The place itself was small with no…read moreseating besides 2 benches outside, but it was very cozy and cute. The staff were friendly. I got a focaccia and caramel latte with almond milk. It was delicious! I'd definitely come back.

Really, really tasty!…read more As an avid jambon beurre connoisseur, I must say theirs was one of the best I've had! Tender shaved ham on a soft, crusty baguette with high quality butter, cheese, and yummy cornichons. Nearly perfect, but if I am being picky, I'd prefer a cheese with a little more nutty Swiss cheese flavor. That being said, everything else being absolutely spot-on more than made up for this! We also tried the Basque cheesecake and it was very yummy! It was decadent and rich in flavor but light and delicate in texture. The sesame orange cookie had an amazing flavor as well. All around, happy with everything we ordered and would be happy to go back to try more. :)

As always , reasonable prices for pastries I bought a…read morealpine slice and an eclair and excellent as always. Price 9.90 For both .

What a selection! Reasonable prices and everything was delicious! We tried cannoli, black and white…read morecookie, red velvet cupcake and carrot cake cupcake.

Super cute inside! And the baristas are super friendly. An amazing presentation of pastries at the…read moreentrance, plus more space next to the main area for comfortable dining. The banana pudding ube matcha and iced pandan latte were super good, not too sweet. The blueberry scone was amazing as well, good ratio of berries and bread. Will come back for their other drinks! *Street parking (not crowded)

Bits and Bites is a nice addition to the Saugus area, especially for anyone looking to try Filipino…read morefood. They have a really interesting menu with a variety of drinks, dishes, pastries, ice cream, and plenty of ube-flavored items. For drinks, we tried the Mango Mansi and the house blend iced tea, and both were really refreshing. For our meals, we ordered the Tapsilog and Pork Silog. Both had great flavor, but unfortunately, the portion sizes were disappointing for the price. There was very little meat and the plates were mostly rice, which made the price point feel a bit high. The food itself was delicious, but the portions made it difficult to feel like the meal was worth the cost. For something sweet, we tried the ginger molasses cookie, which was good and a nice way to finish the meal. Service was nothing that stood out just standard. If you sit down they will bring it out to you which is nice. Overall, I'm glad to have a Filipino restaurant option in Saugus, and there are definitely some unique and interesting things on the menu that are worth trying. There's plenty of seating for both small and larger groups, although parking can be a little tricky since it's located right on Main Street. A good meal with lots of unique options, but with the portion sizes compared to the prices, I'm not sure we'd return.

This place is awesome! Everything they do is quality, the service is very good and they are always…read morefriendly. It's not a generic cafe/bakery, they have their own style and their coffee is very good, no lattes or espresso but very good quality beans and great pour overs. Their current cafe au lait (fall spices) is phenomenal and the coffee cake is spectacular

Best coffee in town! Wonderful owner!! Tough parking...pink and happy !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!read more