Butternut Bakehouse

I tried multiple pastries—the morning bun, almond croissant, and blueberry scone to name a few—and they were all delicious!!

The food is always GRADE A BEAUTIFULLY MADE!! Chef’s kiss. I always enjoy watching them baking in the background. However, if you come when it’s busy, it’s BUUUSSSY. And I feel for the staff, but don’t expect to get in and out unless it’s off hours. Going in early on Saturday or Sunday (before 8am) is perfect. I’m also holding out hope they buy out one of the store fronts nearby to expand. The space is not big enough for the amount of people who come through.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Perfect stop after a run on the Minuteman! Lemonade was perfectly tart and sweet. Chai latte wasn't sweet but they have simple syrup. Croissants had ample filling and a nice texture -- sure they'd taste even better warmed!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

First time customer, long time lurker (as in, I’ve been thinking about going for a long time).
I got:
-ham and cheese croissant : I’m a HUGE ham and cheese croissant fan and this one was good, but could have been better. Just to be clear, the croissant itself is super high quality and delicious. I definitely think it is light on the ham (not even close to being in every bite). Still, really good.
-morning bun: HOLY GUACAMOLE this thing was amazing. 100/10. I think it’s croissant dough? It’s sugary, crispy, and gooey at the same time. Will certainly come back for this (and maybe build a few holiday boxes for others with them).

It’s pricey, but I get it. Will return.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Solid bakery, average process for Cambridge. Entertainingly gen z staff. Good coffee and easy to get to.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Wow, delicious sandwiches, pizza, baked goods, and coffee. Sandwich prices are also super reasonable. Will be back!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amazing pastries and good coffee!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Everything is delicious!

Scrumptious bakery treats — morning buns are heavenly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This place is so good! Easy to find on Mass Ave., the biggest pain au chocolat I have ever seen, amazing coffees (don't miss the Vietnamese iced coffee) and wonderful peach fritters, made with local peaches. Staff is both friendly and efficient. Wonderful!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Croissants Pain Au Chocolat

Let me start by saying this cafe is wonderful and has a lot of potential. I’ve tried 80% of the items they offer and most are tasty and well thought out. Their cakes are something they should just not make. The Queen Victoria Sponge cake is dry and not spongey at all. For $7+ a slice, I am better off making it at home using my grandmother in law’s old recipe book (and I do). I tried the Devil’s Food Cake and it was too sweet. The chocolate bit is accurate but the cream they use and the chocolate ganache layer is too cutthroat sweet. Nothing at all like what one would expect in a devil’s food cake.

I recommend they expand on their pizza/flatbread options (or other savory items) and keep making their cookies and croissants.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 3

The morning buns are to die for.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I want to first thank them for being open on independence day holiday weekend! I couldn't find a dentist open to save my life. Fortunately I'm alright!😌
I totally enjoyed the egg and cheese soffule! It was stupendous! Supercalifragilisticexpialidelicious!
Ice coffee also!
I also noticed a healthy supply of pastries, cinnamon buns etc.👍😋😋😋😋😋

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The baked goods are great, I really like the potato croissant! It’s wonderful that there is a transparent pricing and they don’t rely on tips.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Delicious baked goods and a progressive policy to pay workers fairly by pricing its goods so that tips are not needed to compensate employees.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5