50 Best Coffee Shops in Boston

“10/10 experience! Great coffee and breakfast. Love the vibe of the atmosphere!“

“great coffee!!! great vibes“

“10/10 experience! Great coffee and breakfast. Love the vibe of the atmosphere!“

“Thank you for GREAT customer service and making me feel welcome. The cafe is immaculate and the food and drink was delicious! My first Iced Matcha!!! Well worth the visit from SW France 🇺🇸🇫🇷 Great merchandise and appreciated the WiFi....Á bientôt!“

“Fantastic breakfast! Best in Boston hands down.“

“super friendly!! helpful in selecting coffee and grinds!!“

“Nice cocktails and next to Mike’s Pastry“

“Phin has quickly become one of my favorite coffee places in Boston.“

“Great New Years Eve dinner! Food was great. Staff was amazing. Will be back again!“

“I love starting my day here - great food and a welcoming vibe every time.“

“I love this place so much. I live in PA, have a husband and children, and still contemplate leaving them for the day to drive to Bakey and pick up a boatload of baked good. It’s that good. Please please please consider coming to the Lehigh valley!!“

“Stopped in on a whim and grabbed a coffee and spinach pastry. Both were great!

The best part of the experience was the staff. They were very busy but still friendly and smiling. The man who took my order was very, very kind and made my day.

Wonderful, local coffee shop!“

“Honey cinnamon iced coffee + cherry-ginger scone is my favorite treat breakfast when i’m in the north end for doctors appointments!“

“The donuts are amazing but this review is for Ruben, the manager at the Rt 1 location. I had to travel for business today and it happens to also be my son’s 15th birthday. Because my son has celiac disease, options for baked goods is limited, especially when your plane lands at 6:30pm on the big day and gluten free options aren’t known to last long once baked. Unfortunately, living in Southern New Hampshire, delivery via UberEats or GrubHub wasn’t an option But, being a father himself, Ruben kindly offered to deliver them personally after work. This man went above and beyond, first driving home to pick up his kids. You see, his wife needed to get to her job so he brought his kids along for the adventure. In addition, he refused all forms of tipping despite my repeated insistence. He explained that he hopes someone would do the same for his kids if he was in my position and, as the manager, he felt compelled to make it happen. Ruben, you’re an angel, one in a million, an amazing human! I hope you receive back the blessing you bestowed on me and my son 10-fold! Thank you isn’t enough. To those reading this, please leave an extra big tip for Ruben next time you stop in. I sure will be.“

“I went back — and although my first time around ordering an ube matcha was very mediocre, i loved ther banana saigonese latte, banana matcha, and bbq chicken banh mi.

the latte was decadent, creamy, and had the right amount of banana flavor. the banana matcha had that deep matcha taste while complementing well with the banana cream. the banh mi came in a large portion, and was flavorful with clean flavors.

i will say, two years ago i got the ube matcha latte, and although it looked pretty, it was relatively bland and I didn’t get much of a matcha or ube flavor. the drink then also wasn’t smooth, with lots of little chunky bits inside. perhaps they fired that barista, or got a better hold of quality control.

also a very cute study / work space with wifi and outlets!“

“I expected a bit more from Central Perk, but there really wasn’t anything special about it. The coffee was very basic, and the pastries were simple both in flavor and variety. It’s a nice spot for a photo, but not somewhere I’d keep coming back to.“

“Lovely spot, thoroughly enjoyed my fish & chips, the DJ was also great!“

“We got to our hotel (Marriot Copley) around 10:30am. Jaho was right next door. So we thought “why not”. So glad we did. Thankful we did!!!! I had the salmon bagel (lox). Never, have I ever had a bagel that good. It was so amazing. My husband had a turkey sandwich. Which, we LOVED. We are going back before we leave Boston! This place is a Gem!!!“

“Amazing coffee and food! Not super sweet like other shops and the coffee is flavorful! Great friendly service!“

“Kicco coffee was a little hard to find but extremely worth it. Ordered some fresh bombolino (italian donuts) you can pick how you want it filled and it’s made fresh to order. We got the coffee cream and salted caramel both topped with chocolate. Safe to say we inhaled both. The coffee cream was so smooth and tasty I should’ve got a cup of it too. We ordered specialty lattes. The vanilla chocolate cream puff with an actual chocolate covered cream puff inside & the cannoli latte. The cannoli latte was topped with chocolate chip cannoli cream and a piece of cannoli shell. Both lattes were incredibly good. The fun part about this place is you can choose your espresso as well! The kicco blend was great inside the cannoli latte tons of flavor yet strong and bold espresso. Staff was super friendly. Would recommend“

“I stopped by Sorelle Bakery & Cafe near Boston’s Financial District, and it felt like a perfect little spot for a quick breakfast or coffee break. The café has a relaxed neighborhood vibe, with people grabbing coffee on their way to work or sitting down for a casual lunch.

I ordered a coffee and a breakfast sandwich, and both were fresh and satisfying. The bakery also has a good selection of pastries, muffins, scones, soups, salads, and sandwiches, making it a convenient place for either breakfast or a light lunch.

The service was quick and friendly, which makes sense since many customers are office workers from nearby buildings. The atmosphere is simple and comfortable—nothing fancy, but a nice place to relax for a few minutes in the middle of a busy downtown area.

Overall, Sorelle Bakery & Cafe is a solid choice if you want good coffee, fresh pastries, and a quick, casual meal while exploring or working in downtown Boston“

“Toasted flats is excellent. I love their food, smoothies, and fresh pressed juices. If you’re looking healthy yet filling and delicious breakfast/brunch/lunch, do try toasted flats! All time favourite is the Bon dia flat and the berry smoothie.“

“I absolutely LOVE this place. We have so many brunch options in the area, but THIS is the right choice remember I said it. The mini donuts are a dream. I literally dreamt about them 🤣 Brussel sprouts are mouth watering & the apple cinnamon pancakes are out of this world! The breakfast sandwich is on a cheddar biscuit… nuff said! The service was so outstanding I didn’t have to ask for anything! They made me feel like I was family 💜 I will be back for dinner, which is just as great as brunch but for brunch look no further! The decor is something special as well. I posted a few pics but please go check it out for yourself. You won’t regret it! PS they love my dog. Spoiled her the entire time! lol 💜“

“AMAZING FOOD!! REALLY AMAZING!! A must visit if you're in Boston. Great vibe..just a fantastic all round wee place! Visiting from Scotland :-D“

“We’ve visited several Tatte locations over the years and this one was just as enjoyable. The food is fresh and flavorful, with a menu that feels surprisingly Mediterranean-inspired for the U.S.

A great spot for breakfast or brunch, offering plenty of tasty options in a pleasant atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in Back Bay. ☕🥐🍳“

“Excellent experience from start to finish! Anna was incredibly welcoming and provided outstanding customer service. The entire staff was friendly, the drinks were prepared quickly, and everything tasted great. It’s clear the team cares about creating a positive experience for their customers. Highly recommend!“

“Fantastic shop that is quickly becoming a favorite in the area. If you like to experiment with new flavors, the espresso lab has something to surprise you! Espresso and orange juice? Espresso and corn? I'm always impressed with how much I enjoy the drinks. If you really need a caffeine boost, Hong Kong style black tea latte will wake you right up. Grab yourself an egg tart for the road, you deserve it“

“smooth latte, nice to have a decaffeinated lattee.“

“enjoyed a nice cappuccino“

“When we come to Boston, it’s a must to make it to the South End Buttery . We’ve been visiting the Buttery for about 10 years . The Easter Brunch was amazing (2021) 🎃“

“Solid ground cafe has one of the best breakfast sandwiches I have ever had. My son has frequent inpatient stays at Childrens. This is the perfect quick walk to get a great breakfast and coffee.“

“A bit of a wait (15 minutes) at 11am on a Friday. Service was good and the food was excellent. My wife had the deluxe French toast and I had the breakfast burrito with sausage. The food was piping hot and I actually had to wait a few minutes for it to cool off. Excellent spot!“

“Honey cinnamon iced coffee + cherry-ginger scone is my favorite treat breakfast when i’m in the north end for doctors appointments!“

“Service is excellent and my salmon was perfect. Apps are good but smaller in size. Beer is cold. I would recommend you visit.“

“We bought GH coffee in Boston a couple years ago. Best coffee ever!“

“If I lived in Boston..I would go bankrupt buying and eating all of the delicious pastries and breakfast sandwiches. Cold brew was also delicious. The workers(owners??) were super sweet and patient! I love seeing high quality passion, this place is easily 10/10.“

“Relaxed and 😋“

“Amazing coffee and food! Not super sweet like other shops and the coffee is flavorful! Great friendly service!“

“Absolutely delicious caffe latte, which was a pleasant surprise, as I did not come in intending to order coffee. No hints of bitterness whatsoever and very smooth.

The lamb shakshuka with the poached egg and challah was delicious, and the flavors were balanced. The service was quick and friendly, even during a very busy brunch hour on a holiday weekend.“

“Great coffee & some of the best breakfast sandwiches in all of Boston“

“Tried several Tatte and this one is special. Food is always perfect and if ever someone has taken my online order, the managers always assist and get is asap. Store is super clean and service is always special. I do like the small talk. Mary, Francesca Gm, Roselyn, Hector always know my order and drinks. Totally worth the daily trip.“

“Omg that was amazing taste on everything.. Highly recommended to try the chives scone 👌👌“

“Had a wonderful time, especially thanks to the tour guide(s) at 4 pm. The main leader, “Sarah,” definitely made the experience worthwhile. There was a giant group of young kids that weren’t paying much attention (as young kids do-not a complaint) yet we were able to learn and enjoy the amazing museum and experiences nonetheless. They were very accommodating, humorous, and well equipped to handle large groups of people while keeping their attention. We liked the experience and would go back.“

“Best sandwiches and great service! The chicken in their greek salad was so good.“

“Nice place best staff. Great place to handle your banking biz and sit and have a good cup of joe !!!!“

“Really liked the vibes and menu of this cafe! My favorite things were the ube basque cake and their spinach burek, and I would totally come back just for those 2 items alone. I have a pistachio allergy, which makes it usually hard for me to navigate Turkish food but the staff was so nice and reassuring that there would be no contamination. They also have quite a lot of seating and a work/study cafe vibe which makes me excited to come back during the semester! Location is also super convenient right at the Back of the Hill stop on the E line.“

“The Sipping Room by Breeze is a small, intimate cafe in Boston that feels like a genuine find rather than another coffee shop filling a corner. The space is minimalist and calm with enough personality to make it comfortable for a longer stay.

The dalgona coffee is one of the standout orders and delivers the creamy, slightly bitter contrast that makes the format work when it is done well. With oat milk it is particularly good, smoothing out the richness without losing the depth of the coffee underneath. The matcha is another high point, aromatic and grassy in a way that reflects quality sourcing, and notably not overly sweet. The hojicha with hojicha foam is worth ordering if it is on rotation during your visit, layered and smooth in a way that makes it an easy recommendation for anyone who leans toward roasted, nutty flavors.

Prices across the menu are genuinely affordable for the quality. The loose leaf teas can be rebrewed multiple times, which adds real value to the experience for anyone who wants to settle in for a while. For a handcrafted drink in a space that feels like it was built for people who actually care about what they are drinking, The Sipping Room earns a spot on the short list.“

“Very well made beer, nice diversity in styles (NEIPA, sour, stout and even a couple N/As) Relaxing atmosphere.“

“this place is a hidden gem I want to go back and try the rest of thr menu. this is the best ascai bowl ive ever had it was so fresh and huge the avacado toast was perfectly covered and the coffee was like an almond Joy and for a fancy coffee it was super reasonably priced all this with a harbor view #brunch #coffee #yumm #willflyforfood“

“wonderful experience cute cafe nice waitress“