I found the occasion to split my breakfast between two places, one savory and one sweet. This place specialized in English muffins and offered an array of breakfast sandwiches, including a vegan option. Business was robust, and they were past 40 orders maybe a little over an hour into their day (which I noticed because they asked for my order number for confirmation). If I were rating portion size for price, this was not a huge sandwich, but realistically this is an expensive area. Rating quality, that was one mouthwatering vegan multigrain muffin, with a nice mix of toppings that delivered robust flavor in every bite of said sandwich. If I lived locally, I would have bought some more muffins. read more

Vinal Bakery - A vegetarian sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

I had to try this place after seeing it online! If you came in by car, there is street parking behind the building. The inside is relatively small, but can fit at least 2 parties of 4. A lot of orders are for pick up, and this is definitely the move if you want to avoid the wait. - G.O.A.T., (5/5): added a turkey sausage - delicious! egg was perfectly cooked and the English muffins were nicely toasted - Sausage McVinal, (4.5/5): so good. If you like a classic egg McMuffin, this is that but 10x better - Sam-I-Am, (4/5): after we tried the other to-go orders... we decided to try more. this tasted so good fresh, and the garlicky greens were a bit wet, but added a nice punchier flavor I would 100% come back here again, and I left with 2 types of English muffins (original and jalapeño corn) and they were GREAT. A simple cream cheese or salted butter spread, toasted is great. The texture is what sets it apart from other English muffins. I wish they lasted longer in the pantry. The shelf life is around 4-5 days, but then the solution would be to just have a constant shipment of them. Problem solved ;^) read more

Vinal Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Made my way to Vinal Bakery on a Sunday in the late morning and I have to say that this tiny but mighty cafe and bakery is a pretty solid choice for a quick and satisfying breakfast sandwich. The place was extremely busy yet well organized as they were pushing orders out efficiently and in a timely manner without sacrificing the quality of the product. I ordered the iced maple latte and the G.O.A.T. with the addition of bacon on their classic English muffin. The latte was very good. The breakfast sandwich was also delicious. The egg was cooked a little bit more than I would've liked, but the bacon was cooked perfectly, the goat cheese butter added richness, the pesto was fresh and their house made English muffins are excellent. It's obvious that they use great quality ingredients for everything they make. It's also not crazy expensive which is also a plus. It's a little bit out of the way for me, but if I'm ever around Union Square again I'll make a point to return! read more

Vinal Bakery - The G.O.A.T. - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Excellent in every way! I've had the biscuits with jam and the flora. Both were great. This is a regular spot for us. I would personally aim to mobile order way in advance (40 minutes). If you come in person on a weekend expect this to take an hour. The sandwiches and coffee are truly excellent. Staff is very friendly and place is clean. Can't go wrong with anything you order. read more

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The bakery portion definitely delivered on the tasty food. Unfortunately, the coffee didn't impress me much. The staff was nice and made the place more welcoming. It was pretty busy when we came and there wasn't much seating inside the place. The options were sufficient for our quick stop, though! read more

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This small bakery boasts a 4.9 rating on Google Maps, specializing in freshly made New England muffins daily. It's truly unique! G.O.A.T.: My first time trying it, I opted for the Classic English Muffin. The crust is pan-fried, not baked, giving it a slightly crispy texture without being hard, reminiscent of cornbread in a Northeastern Chinese tieguodun鐵鍋燉 (iron pot stew). The inside is soft, chewy, and perfectly moist, with a slightly sticky texture when combined with the sauce. A muffin unlike any I've ever had! The goat cheese butter flavor is rich, the pesto provides a mild nutty aroma, and the unique fragrance of arugula instantly evokes the slightly excessive sunshine of the Mediterranean. Latte: Just okay, but you absolutely need a drink with it. read more

Vinal Bakery - G.O.A.T., Iced Latte - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

I love a top tier gourmet breakfast sandwich, so this place was high on my list while I was back home in Boston for a few days. I was staying with my sister, who had never been here but had seen it featured on Phantom Gourmet. My TikTok research had also put this spot in the top two for breakfast sandwiches, and it was only the next town over, so we had to give it a try. We lucked out and found parking right in front, then headed inside. I was immediately intrigued by the Anadama English muffin because it reminded me of a brown bread I grew up with in Massachusetts. If you've had the brown bread at Cheesecake Factory, it's somewhat similar, but less sweet, less dark and more complex (an "adult" version if you will). They also had a rotating monthly special, a Portuguese English muffin, which was very tempting. In the end, we stuck to our original plan and ordered a breakfast sandwich on the Anadama muffin with egg, ham, and cheese. Whoa. This thing was rich, hearty, and absolutely delicious. It was one of those sandwiches that makes you stop talking for a minute and just appreciate what you're eating. Honestly, I almost wished I had a hangover because it would have been the ultimate cure. The Anadama muffin completely lived up to my expectations. If I lived nearby, I would absolutely buy a four pack once or twice a month and keep them in the freezer. A fantastic breakfast sandwich and well worth the trip. Sadly there are no bathrooms, which seems strange for a coffee shop, but luckily the general store next door is same owners and opened just as we were leaving and could not have been nicer about letting us use the facilities. read more

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Quick service, always delicious fresh breakfast sandwiches on house made English muffins. We discovered Vinal on our trip to Boston last year and made a point to come back this year. I also tried the Iced honey vanilla latte with oat milk. Not as sweet as I was expecting it to be - which is perfect for me. I do wish there was a restroom or at least a hand washing station because the sandwich can get your hands sticky messy, especially with the pepper jelly in my Ham Jamboree sandwich. read more

Vinal Bakery - Ham Jamboree (ham, brie, arugula, pepper jelly) - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

If you think you know English muffins, Vinal Bakery will make you rethink everything. My daughter has been talking about this spot since she moved to MA and now I get why- this place turns two simple pieces of dough into a full-on WOW moment. I went with The GOAT combo with spicy pesto butter, creamy goat cheese and a perfectly medium-runny egg. Unreal. While my daughter went for a Beyond Meat sausage and cheddar sandwich. Even though I didn't try hers, we could both say every bite of our sandwiches was magical, rich and full of deliciousness. But the real, real, real show-stealer is Vinal's hot chocolate made with Valhrona chocolate chunks. The result is this silky, rich cup that honestly deserves way more hype than it gets. It's freaking comfort in a mug- especially for me as a non-coffee drinker. Vinal is airy, clean and has plenty of space to sit. Owners are fantastic, warm, welcoming and passionate about what they're serving in Somerville, MA. read more

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That food really good will come back again how nice place out there so good get use it read more

Vinal Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

I got the G.O.A.T. and chocolate chip cookie - TASTE: 4/5 - enjoyed the sandwich's goat cheese butter and pesto, plus the sweet cookie. Would come back to try their whole breakfast sandwich menu TEXTURE: 5/5 - the crisp, toasted English muffin and over medium egg were satisfying. I'm also a cookie snob lol, and wasn't expecting to like such a thin cookie, but it really delivered! Soft and chewy still PRICE: 5/5 - $7 sandwich and $2.50 cookie, I was shocked lol, a steal! SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - satisfied me for a light brunch, wish the sandwich was twice the size haha SERVICE: 4/5 - walked in at 11:30am on a Sunday and the space was packed! The employee at the counter was helpful, and my order was ready in 5min ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - small and tight space, so will be difficult for groups. Got a solo seat at the window counter PARKING: 4/5 - got street parking on Merriam St across the street read more

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What a great bakery! Along a main street in a beautiful neighborhood, Vinal Bakery is cozy and always filled with neighbors. Staff are friendly and will gladly hand you one of their fresh pastries. Craving coffee, I ordered their honey vanilla latte. It was excellent! There are several tables near outlets. read more

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I had been dying to try this spot for the longest time, and I must say it DEFINITELY lives up to the hype! These english muffins are unreal, genuinely some of the best in the area, and frankly some of the best you might ever have. They're large without being heavy and they have a perfectly crispy exterior with a fluffy inside that stands up well and holds its own depth of flavor alongside the sandwich fillings. Although it's a little pricey, you're paying for a high quality and satisfying meal that's incredibly unique, so for that reason I cannot recommend this spot enough, even if you have to make a little trip to get there. The space is tight and a little crowded, making this a good to-go option, but the service is relatively quick and everything is made fresh, so if you can find a table there it's a nice friendly and energizing environment to be in. All in all, I will certainly be back to try their various sandwich combos and to continue being surprised and delighted by their seasonal menu offerings. I love this spot, and it's now certainly on my list of favs for a great breakfast sandwich! read more

Vinal Bakery - Classic multigrain w/ arugula - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Ordered pick up from Vinal bakery so my husband could get a Vinal general sandwich. And then follow up my English muffin sandwich with ice cream. Win win! read more

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I love this little secret place! Muffins and sandwiches are always a delicious, healthy, well thought through treat or snack. I wish they had more space, but , hey, then they would be something else... people are friendly, remember your name, give you a NYTimes cross puzzle to make sure you're not bored waiting for your turn... stop bye. You will not be disappointed! read more

One of the best Boston area bakeries I have come across. I particularly love their breakfast sandwiches (one of the very few places that can compete with Sunny Girl in my breakfast sandwich-loving heart). They offer a range of house made English muffins - including unique flavors like pumpernickel and French toast - that are perfectly soft and chewy - as well as excellent, fluffy biscuits. Their maple butter, which is an option with many of the sandwiches, takes everything up another notch by adding a touch of sweet to the savory/salty egg and cheese mix. read more

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Two words: banana bread. Ok, a few more. Coffee is pretty good, breakfast sandwiches are reasonably priced, and the best part about picking up online orders is the outdoor window, so I can swing by with my dogs, who are often offered housemade treats by the friendly staff. read more

Vinal Bakery is the local king of breakfast sandwiches in my opinion. Their English muffins set the standard for all English muffins to follow. Food: The sausage, egg, and cheese was incredible. The salty sausage patty was perfect with the fluffy English muffin and the creamy egg and cheese. It was the complete package and it really filled me up. We also got some lattes that were great compliments to the great food. Service: Staff were kind and super fast with the order! Atmosphere: The dining space is on the smaller side but the simple colors and the wall decor helps to make it cozy for a quick sit down visit. read more

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Many friends had recommended Vinal Bakery to me because I LOVE breakfast sandwiches and I finally made a visit which did not disappoint. The cafe itself is small but there's some seating inside and meter parking along the street. I ordered a coffee and a breakfast sandwiches that were both amazing!! - Cardamom Caramel Latte 10/10 - Ham Jamboree 10/10 I was so indecisive with the breakfast sandwiches so I will definitely be back to try more! I will say, the Ham Jamboree was the perfect combo of sweet and savory :) The Brie, ham, and red pepper jelly are a flawless combo! read more

Vinal Bakery - Ham Jamboree - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

One of the best English muffins and breakfast sandwiches ive ever had. The miss maple is such a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Would recommend adding sausage like I did for a protein element. The french toast English muffins are scrumptious. Minimal seating inside but service was actually so fast for a line out the door. read more

Vinal Bakery - Miss Maple - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Stopped here for a quick breakfast while on the way to visit Tufts. It's small but cute and simple. Street parking was easy to get on a weekday morning. The counter staff was very friendly and patient to this non-local. My daughter and I both got egg sandwiches. Mine had avocado and was very glad that it was real avocado and not some packaged avo spread that I've seen lesser places use. Coffee was very good but of course, the muffins here were the star. They were hearty and tasty and put muffins into a whole new light for me. Kicking myself for not buying some to bring home. Would definitely come here again when back in the area. read more

I had such a nice experience at Vinal! First off, service was great. You order at the counter and the woman who took my order was kind and patient with me when it took me a minute to decide what I wanted. All the employees seemed to genuinely enjoy their work. I came right at 8 on a Sunday and there was no line. It did get progressively busier the longer I stayed, but there were always at least a couple open seats. It seems most people order to go. The cafe has a very cozy, homey atmosphere. There's a community crossword, which I thought was a nice touch. I ordered the Sam I Am (sautéed greens, egg, dijonnaise) on a multigrain English muffin. It was delicious! The English muffin itself was crunchy on the outside but airy and soft inside. The dijonnaise added a lot of flavor to what could have been a bland sandwich. The only thing I didn't love was the drip coffee I ordered. Too bitter for my taste. That being said, I will definitely be back to try more of their menu! read more

Vinal Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Best English muffins in the game, you can tell they're made in-house! I always get the American Classic sandwich with bacon on a french toast english muffin, easily best breakfast sandwich in the boston area!! pastries are also great, I've gotten the oatmeal cookie sandwich and the cinnamon snail. I recommend ordering for pickup due to busyness on the weekends, but equally cute storefront! read more

So glad I tried this place! I ordered the Cardamom Caramel Latte and a the Meg's Meatloaf Sandwich. Both were great, a very yummy breakfast. It is a small space but there is some seating available. Service was great also. Will definitely be back for another breakfast/brunch! read more

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Absolutely glorious breakfast sandwiches in a cute little bakery with top tier friendly service. The english muffins are genuinely in a league of their own. I highly recommend the Miss Maple with bacon to satisfy your breakfast sandwich craving. Simply magical. read more

Vinal Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Best breakfast sandwich ive ever had! I got the miss maple on a French toast English muffin. It was the perfect flavor combo, and the English muffin was pillowy soft. read more

Vinal Bakery - miss maple - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Been to vinyl about three times now. It is super popular as the sandwiches are absolutely delicious so obviously the wait times can range from 20 to 30 minutes. No big deal as we placed our order online. This time we waited about 30 minutes and then our food was ready. The drink was not ready at the same time which I can understand... but also it's a coffee so I don't really get why it wasn't ready with the food. I had to go up to the window again and ask about my drink because I felt like a lot of time had passed. I had to wait another 20 minutes for my drink. At this point our food was cold. I was super disappointed, and I felt like they didn't really care. I overheard the girl say that she forgot to put my drink in and that's the reason it was late. Definitely won't be coming back for a while. Disappointing experience read more

English muffins are amazing. Breakfast sandwiches!! Wow!! We walked over after Puppy Yoga (try that out!) not knowing what to expect. Nice little place on the corner. Seemed busy for early Sunday morning. Short wait. 3 of us. Mr Mustard : loved it. America Classic +Bacon. Looked great. She loved it. G.O.A.T.: he loved it. We got a buttered muffin to share. They do a great job with their muffins, which they make in house ! Nice crunch outside but soft chewy center. We bought a couple of 4 packs for home. They disappeared quickly so we ordered more online. Delivered a few days later and they were as good as what we got at the store. Make our own muffin sandwiches now. Just placed a second online order. Looking forward to going back.!! I want to try the meatloaf. Well done Vinal. read more

I came here on a nice and warm Saturday morning with a group of friends. The shop had a cute vibe to it, but seating was a bit limited. While it wasn't completely packed, it was still tricky to find a spot to sit. One thing I found really cool was the side window where you could order and pick up, perfect if you're on the move. The staff was kind and attentive. And there's a self-serve water station, which was a nice touch as well. I went for the GOAT breakfast sandwich with a jalapeno corn English muffin. It had an egg with spicy pesto and goat cheese. Initially, I didn't expect much because this shop is kind of tucket away from the rest of Union Square, but this was honestly a very good breakfast sandwich. It offered a really unique flavor profile compared to a typical bacon, egg, and cheese. My spice tolerance is pretty good, so I didn't find it unbearable, but I didn't appreciate the small kick that the sandwich had. Overall, it's a great spot for a quicker breakfast/brunch if you don't want to do a sit down experience. I would definitely come here again to try out some more items. read more

Vinal Bakery - GOAT - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

SO GOOD. If you're a fan of a bfast sandwich or English muffins, Vinal is the place for you! Definitely recommend ordering ahead (which is super simple to do online). Ordering and customizing the Sam-I-Am without egg and added vegan sausage. The way the muffin melts in your mouth is delicious! We ordered ahead but the inside of the restaurant looked cute! read more

Vinal Bakery - Sam-I-am eggless - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

We went to Vinal Bakery early morning on a Sunday. Although it was still early, it was already quite busy inside. I ordered the Sausage McVinal and Chocolate Chip Cookie. The English muffin was fluffy and nice. The Sausage McVinal had a nice kick to it due to the spicy mayo. It was quite a satisfying sandwich. The chocolate chip cookie was also really good. It was on the thinner side, but it was not dry at all. It had a nice chewy texture making it enjoyable. Overall, I would come back again for a quick bite. read more

Vinal Bakery - Chocolate Chip Cookie - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Best breakfast sandwiches in the area! We went around 8am on a Saturday morning and they were packed. Would recommend ordering for pickup online ahead of time. The Sausage McVinal and biscuit with maple butter were absolutely delightful. The Sausage McVinal (English muffin with an over medium egg, cheddar cheese, turkey sausage, spicy mayo) was a harmonious blend of savory and spicy flavors, with the turkey sausage adding a lighter twist compared to traditional pork. The biscuit was fluffy and buttery, perfectly complemented by the sweet and salty maple butter that adorned it. Despite the crowd, the service was efficient and the staff were friendly. They have a cute side window where you can pick up online orders. If you're in the area and craving a delicious breakfast sandwich experience, this restaurant is a must-visit! read more

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My new breakfast obsession! Came to Vinal Bakery and got the Sausage McVinal on the Portuguese Muffin (suggested by the girl working there), it was a new flavour for May. It was sooo good! One of the best breakfast sandwhiches I have had in a long while. The spicy mayo went so well with the turkey sausage! Service was quick even though they were very busy. You can also buy the pack of their muffins, which I will do next time so I have my own stock at home! Definitely will be back! read more

Vinal Bakery - Sausage McVinal - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Flavors - 3.8/5 Textures - 4/5 Presentation - 4/5 Value for Money - 3.5/5 Great english muffins with interesting flavors. The prices are fair for the portion, although I would prefer 2 eggs instead of 1. The GOAT was my favorite with the addition of bacon - loved the slightly spicy pesto in there. The Miss Maple is also good if you are looking for more pancake vibes. My biggest problem is that my egg was very overcooked. There's a line on the weekends and maybe a 10 min way after ordering! read more

Vinal Bakery - Miss Maple - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

I don't remember exactly why Vinal Bakery ended up on my list of places to visit, but making the treacherous journey all the way up to Somerville from Boston was worth it (or at least that's what I told myself after waiting in line). We came on a Saturday morning, and despite it being packed, the crowds came and went, so by the time our food was ready, we were able to snag a table. The space itself is pretty cramped though, so I wouldn't recommend coming in a group if you want to sit down. They do have benches outside though, for when the weather isn't so bad. I got the Flora with ham, and a spicy chai latte. I don't know exactly why they call it spicy though, because it tasted like a regular old chai latte. The sandwich was good though, despite me not really being a breakfast sandwich person. I wouldn't go out of my way to come back, but if I'm ever in the area again I wouldn't be opposed. read more

Vinal Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Awesome!! So much creative variety at 1 place!! Would recommend to anyone!! I grew up in Medford, MA and Vinal Bakery is certainly a nice addition to the surrounding areas. LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE!! read more

Was so excited to try Vinal Bakery's breakfast sandwich! It's a small and cozy shop with limited seating and a to go window as well. Ordering moves fasts but it gets super busy so just be prepared to wait a while for food but coffee orders come out quickly. I ordered the miss maple sandwich and it was absolutely delicious. Honestly this is one of my favorite breakfast sandwiches I've tried and I can't wait to be back! read more

Vinal Bakery - Miss Maple - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Hidden inside an unassuming cafe storefront in Somerville are perhaps the best breakfast sandwiches I've had in a while (indeed, these could give any NYC-deli sandwich a run for its money). The key here is the bread - they use Portuguese muffins, fluffy and chewy and a total flavor sponge. I went with the Flora (spicy hummus, pickled onions, dill cucumbers, arugula) on an oat sesame muffin and wolfed that thing down. Best part hands down was the muffin. I could have eaten it just on its own. I will say though, especially as someone who loves vegetarian sandwiches, that the meat options on the menu were far superior. Next time, I'd want to get the sausage or ham jamboree. The lady working the cashier was super friendly and patient as we were figuring out what to order/changing our minds. Some tables inside, a little cramped, and lots of benches outside. Parking: street options out front but we opted for the massive Target lot a few steps away. read more

Vinal Bakery - Ham jamboree - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Great neighborhood cafe with simple, delicious English muffin breakfast sandwiches and pretty good coffee. I had the sausage and egg sandwich recommended by the staff and it was good. The maple latte was above average, not mind blowing but it hit the spot with breakfast. read more

Vinal Bakery - Maple latte - Cafes Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Excellent brunch meal here with friends. You have to go for the breakfast sandwiches. The fresh baked English muffins take it to the next level, along with other flourishes, and great combos of flavors. Noticed that they have specials. A couple of people in our party got a special sandwich- with egg and chorizo, on a special English muffin- potato chipotle. I imagine they were pleased- all the plates were empty. I got the Miss Maple- a maple butter cheddar and egg sandwich (love salty sweet) on the classic English muffin. They make the eggs medium, but you can request to have them made how you like. We also had a really good scone with lots of walnuts inside. The food is definitely made with care, including attention to all the ingredients. You can tell that they really like supporting local and are discerning (based on the jams, and products in the general store next door). read more

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