There are places you visit by chance, and others you feel you were meant to find. South End Buttery belongs to the latter.
From the moment I walked in, I knew this wasn’t just a place to have breakfast. I ordered the eggs Benedict, which were perfectly made, and a cup of coffee with a balanced, comforting flavor… but more than the taste, it felt affectionate. Why “affectionate”? Because that’s exactly how I felt from the very beginning: welcomed, cared for, at home.
Three people truly shaped my experience: Valentina, who kindly welcomed and guided me to my seat; Vanessa, my lovely and attentive server; and the manager, whom I briefly met but immediately recognized as the heart behind the outstanding team. It’s not about who was kinder—it’s clear that someone here knows how to choose exceptional people.
The place itself is beautiful—classic, well-kept, with a radiant energy. I didn’t just feed my body; I fed my soul. I left feeling grateful, uplifted, and inspired.
I’m happy to be in Boston, but this place… I will return. Rarely have I left a spot with such a strong desire to come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
harrison freiman
I love Harrison!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John
Outstanding bagels!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Enrico Vezzani
Scone size has been halved leaving the same price, kind of disappointing, I used to grab two scones every time I was in the area but it doesn’t make sense now
Greg Hill
A dear friend suggested we meet here for dinner. OMG, this is now one of my faves. Great service, great location, great food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kathleen Aniciete
South end buttery have the best cookies! A very cute and quaint place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cindy Crum
Cute coffee shop with a variety of pastry and savory offerings.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Mark
This place allows children to run wild throughout the restaurant disturbing everyones morning. Management should tell the parents to control them or leave. Besides that serving coffee in a paper cup is a disgrace. This is not McDonalds although their coffee is less bitter.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 4
I. T. (Architecture)
Had a great experience at Southend Buttery! The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the food was fresh and delicious. The coffee was excellent too. The atmosphere is cozy and perfect for catching up with friends or getting some work done. Definitely coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Laurie Pessetto
Chili was mostly tomatoes and peppers. Caprese sandwich was good, but soggy. Mediocre GF bread. GF macaroon was good, sugary, and right next to the gluten brownies.
Great breakfast. Super popular, so it must be good. The home fries were really nice.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
nagraj r
One of the best coffee I've had there in Boston
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Heather Watt
The biscuit breakfast sandwich was amazing. I can’t wait to have it again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Matthias Dörrzapf
I highly recommend South End Buttery in Boston. I love the food, the atmosphere, the people there. Went there yesterday, found every dish was so special, creative, full of flavours. The terrace in the sunshine has a very European feel, and also enjoyed the bar afterwards. Such a welcoming place, can’t wait to go again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nicola Comley
The South End Buttery is a bit of a South End institution- it’s the spot everyone tells you to visit there! We went for a Sunday brunch and sat on the patio. It was extremely busy so you do need to reserve. The staff were friendly and brunch was good. My husband got the Buttery Breakfast and the pancakes were so fluffy - really nice. Not cheap but a nice spot for a nice brunch.
There are places you visit by chance, and others you feel you were meant to find. South End Buttery belongs to the latter.
From the moment I walked in, I knew this wasn’t just a place to have breakfast. I ordered the eggs Benedict, which were perfectly made, and a cup of coffee with a balanced, comforting flavor… but more than the taste, it felt affectionate. Why “affectionate”? Because that’s exactly how I felt from the very beginning: welcomed, cared for, at home.
Three people truly shaped my experience: Valentina, who kindly welcomed and guided me to my seat; Vanessa, my lovely and attentive server; and the manager, whom I briefly met but immediately recognized as the heart behind the outstanding team. It’s not about who was kinder—it’s clear that someone here knows how to choose exceptional people.
The place itself is beautiful—classic, well-kept, with a radiant energy. I didn’t just feed my body; I fed my soul. I left feeling grateful, uplifted, and inspired.
I’m happy to be in Boston, but this place… I will return. Rarely have I left a spot with such a strong desire to come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love Harrison!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Outstanding bagels!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Scone size has been halved leaving the same price, kind of disappointing, I used to grab two scones every time I was in the area but it doesn’t make sense now
A dear friend suggested we meet here for dinner. OMG, this is now one of my faves. Great service, great location, great food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
South end buttery have the best cookies! A very cute and quaint place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cute coffee shop with a variety of pastry and savory offerings.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
This place allows children to run wild throughout the restaurant disturbing everyones morning. Management should tell the parents to control them or leave. Besides that serving coffee in a paper cup is a disgrace. This is not McDonalds although their coffee is less bitter.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 4
Had a great experience at Southend Buttery! The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the food was fresh and delicious. The coffee was excellent too. The atmosphere is cozy and perfect for catching up with friends or getting some work done. Definitely coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Chili was mostly tomatoes and peppers. Caprese sandwich was good, but soggy. Mediocre GF bread. GF macaroon was good, sugary, and right next to the gluten brownies.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great breakfast. Super popular, so it must be good. The home fries were really nice.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
One of the best coffee I've had there in Boston
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The biscuit breakfast sandwich was amazing. I can’t wait to have it again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I highly recommend South End Buttery in Boston. I love the food, the atmosphere, the people there. Went there yesterday, found every dish was so special, creative, full of flavours. The terrace in the sunshine has a very European feel, and also enjoyed the bar afterwards. Such a welcoming place, can’t wait to go again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The South End Buttery is a bit of a South End institution- it’s the spot everyone tells you to visit there! We went for a Sunday brunch and sat on the patio. It was extremely busy so you do need to reserve. The staff were friendly and brunch was good. My husband got the Buttery Breakfast and the pancakes were so fluffy - really nice. Not cheap but a nice spot for a nice brunch.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
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