48 Best Coffee Shops in Cambridge

“Went for the first time and everything was great!!“

“We ate at bom dough when we visited my grandson who lives on Cambridge Street . Food was delicious and unique. Would love to send him a gift card , and would also eat there again if we visit him.“

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

“Great food and coffee and tea! Friendly staff! Beautiful atmosphere with lots of light and pleasing design.“

“Truly such a hidden gem by Porter Square! We got three different crepes to try, the Second Breakfast, the House Special, and the Classic, and they were all truly delicious. We loved the homey, charming vibe inside and the staff was so friendly. Will definitely be back!“

“My husband and I had the cornbread, raspberry currant muffin, cold brew flight, carnitas taco, elote taco, and avocado tostado. All of it was amazing and affordable!!“

“I love everything about this place. The coffee is incredible (the Sea Salt Shaker is unreal), the daily pastries are always delicious, and the empanadas (tomato and motz) are a go-to. I also love the no-laptop vibe, it makes the space feel intentional. The decor is beautiful, and the back porch is such a tranquil, unique spot in Cambridge.“

“An awesome place. I went there for a movie night and tried their beer, their lager was really good. I stopped by again today just to pick up my credit card and was pleasantly surprised to see that in the morning they serve coffee and have breakfast options as well.“

“Great close by coffee shop. Loved it.“

“I don’t say this lightly — but Koreamomma just ruined all desserts for me

I’ve had a lot of cheesecakes, but this? This is next level. The kind of dessert that surprises you the first time and still amazes you every single time after.“

“Delicious fresh authentic Liège waffles! Service was friendly and fast , highly recommended !!“

“I loved hanging out there.“

“I don’t drink coffee and trying to find someplace that has good Matcha can be challenging I have found often times fast food franchise places will serve what they think is Matcha or the equivalent of Lipton‘s and it’s not even actually Lipton’s. It might be GLipton’s or The Temu version of Matcha this place is absolutely amazing. I want to live in their lobby.“

“Delicious food and great coffee drinks! Excellent service from everyone and a super cute space —- highly recommend!“

“Staff are nice and have good service“

“Amazing Staff, amazing food !!! If You’re in Harvard Sq. don’t miss out!“

“I visited the tea shop while visiting family nearby to check out their selection of oolong teas from Taiwan. The staff helped me pick out a few choices. I was blown away by a couple of the teas and was surprised when I looked back at my receipt. Very fair prices for the level of tea. Highly recommend.“

“I loved hanging out there.“

“Wow, if you like the best of the best in Craft beer, you gotta stop by, grabbed the garlic knots too, they were delicious...“

“We were visiting from out of town and were recommended by a friend to try this cafe out. It was absolutely amazing. The prices were extremely reasonable and the pastries themselves were fantastic. They looked incredible and tasted wonderful. I was able to get a decent London Fog in Boston (which is something I had a hard time finding). I got a coffee bean pastry which had an amazing chocolate/coffee mousse flavor (and texture)! My son got a cinnamon roll which he loved. My other son was having a hard time choosing and the person behind the counter was so sweet and gave him a cream filled pastry that they had extras of. This cafe is high end, but without the high end price tags. If I’m ever in Boston again, I will definitely come back. 1000% would recommend.“

“Went for the first time and everything was great!!“

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

“Burger is the best for me 😘“

“Great employees and food is above average for sure. Only wish is for some vegan options other than avocado toast. Gets a bit boring everywhere you go. The place has a good vibe but very noisy. I think I would have gone to the location in Cambridge instead.“

“OGGI is not one thing. Looking like a pizzeria at first glance, it is! With large inexpensive slices. But check out the menu of creative burgers and my own fave, a caprese smoked salmon sandwich with pesto. The high-end comfort food cooked with love by Steve is perfectly complemented by wine, beer, and full-bar offerings. Free jazz Thursday evenings and low-cover gigs many nights make this not just another pizza joint but a full- service jazz bar. Best post-pandemic discovery in the Square.“

“Very friendly, food is made fresh EVERYDAY. I personally have tried everything they have yet but the cookies, chocolate croissant, chai, (had a seasonal jasmine chai that was SOOO good, sadly it’s gone) but it’s wonderful here. I would say it’s a bit pricey just keep that in mind.“

“Simply the best! The Little Blue Bakery was the talk of the party for my daughters Graduation Party. Not only is the food cart ridiculously charming, the food, drinks, and coffee were such a hit. I loved working with Hannah and didn’t realize all her treats are HOME MADE. I was so happy to have discovered this hidden gem and to introduce @thelittlebluebakery to Metro West.“

“The food was SO good! The best calzones I have ever had (even compared to Italy, not gonna lie-YUM!) If you are ever in Boston, it is well worth the stop. Alfredo was so nice and great to meet as well- he knows his stuff! Thank you Alfredo!“

“I got a bite to eat (noodles with mixed vegetables) at an affordable place nearby to where I was working. The food was delicious, the staff was very friendly and the atmosphere was delightful. I will definitely eat here again if I am in the area. Loved it.“

“Ice cream is always excellent.“

“Place was pretty cool. They serve breakfast and lunch here. Friendly staff working and great neighborhood. The most amazing display of humanity was displayed by a customer named Maria who i believe worked at the registry of deeds. She paid for a woman who was having language barrier issues meal. The lady wanted a sub but she and the cashier couldn't figure it out. So she pointed out things and was able to order the meal for the older woman. What a great place and awesome hunan being“

“We’ve been eating here a few times a year (other than during Covid) for about 10 years we’ve never had anything other than exceptional food. The sticky bun is the star of the show (aka for extra goo!!!!) but everything that is to your personal taste is fantastic.“

“Solid little neighborhood cafe in Mid-Cambridge.

Dropped by a couple times after work, and both times, the vibe was super chill. It’s located in a quiet residential pocket, so you won’t see many students cramming for finals. Instead, it’s mostly locals reading, chatting, or just enjoying the calm vibes. Plenty of open seats even during the peak lunch hours.

Barismo clearly take their coffee seriously. Full roasting setup/equipment and a bunch of kegs to store freshly brewed coffee. Unfortunately, my nitro cold brew was from the tail end of the keg, so it lacked some of the aroma, but still had a nice velvety body and those signature bubbles on top. Definitely trying a fresher pour next time.

Food is pretty simple here, but everything I’ve tried was solid. No frills, just warm and satisfying. The burrito could’ve used more salsa or hot sauce, but the quesadilla plate came with curried cauliflowers that added a nice twist. Prices are fair, portions are reasonable, and the whole place just feels unpretentious.

Still doesn’t top Cicada or Pepita for me, but if you’re nearby, it’s a good option.“

“This is our favorite go to bagel spot in our neighborhood. Staff is always friendly, fresh bagels, and quick. Online ordering is a great option when you’re on the go. We love getting their bagels by the dozen for the house as they stay fresh for awhile. Highly recommend!“

“such an adorable spot. bumpin on the weekend. the coffee was amazing: rich and smooth, and the pastries were on point, not too sweet and really fresh. loved the super chill atmosphere and the clean, unfussy design. perfect spot for a slow morning or a laptop hour. would come back for sure, it’s one of those places that just hits.“

“Great coffee all around, but the barista, Emma, makes the best mocha lattes, hands down!!! I sometimes don’t get coffee if she’s not the one making it. I hope someone from Ripple sees this and gives her the props she deserves!“

“Tatte always hits well on all fronts. Their drinks are always good, the space is tasteful and great for studying, working or meeting people. The few things I have tried as far as food goes have all been on point as well. Highly recommend this place.“

“Julio was awesome! Didn't know Dunkin offered sugar-free sweeteners 😋.“

“This coffee shop is amazing as far as the quality of the coffee is concerned. It is part of a chain of 99 shops located on the East Coast (Boston, Washington and NY) and West Coast (California) of the US, plus four shops in Chicago as well. There are also several shops in Asia (Japan, China, S. Korea and Singapore).

Blue Bottle is part of the 3rd Wave Coffee movement, a primary feature of which is the use of single-origin beans. The quality reflects this as the Bella Donovan pourover that I had was one of the smoothest coffees I've ever tasted. It's hard to find good strong coffee that tones down the bitterness, and this was hands down the best I've had the privilage of trying. The only downside is that they are priced accordingly ($6.50 per cup). I'll pay it on occasion if I can get this sort of quality, however. I also had a very nice piece of banana bread to enhance my coffee experience. The cafè itself offers pleasant, cozy environs to sit with your food and drink to relax for a while. I will be sure to stop in this shop again when I'm back in Cambridge.“

“Enjoyed my apple cider during rainy evening tonight. Friendly and accommodating staff!“

“Great find. Peaceful, comforting vibe. Great staff. Restroom for customers. Tables. Had a delicious maple scone and iced Americano.“

“This Starbucks is a MUCH better option than the Lechmere pickup. The fact that im in this area 3-4x/week and have never known about this Starbucks being here and public for all shows how much they need to advertise. Even my friend who lives here didn’t know about it.

You just go up the escalator and there it is - It’s modern, lots of seating with natural light, i might sit here for work more than the Tatte.“

“This is a chain coffee shop located on the MIT campus, where you can eat donuts and drink coffee at a very good price. The dining environment is good and suitable for chatting or discussion.

Located on the MIT campus, this is a chain coffee shop where you can eat donuts and drink coffee at a very reasonable price. It’s a great value. The dining environment is good and suitable for chatting or discussion.“

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

“the best under 20.00 you're gonna find.“

“This Tatte location has a shorter menu than other Tatte cafés, and some dishes we wanted—like the Croque Madame and lamb shakshuka—weren’t available. We ordered the regular shakshuka and a breakfast croissant, but honestly the food tasted pretty average and felt a bit below the standard of other locations.

The black sesame latte was excellent, though. The café itself is relatively small.“

“A hidden gem for creative latte & matcha drinks. I initially stumbled upon it to get a few macarons, and I ended up coming back here frequently for lattes. The fancier lattes (eg dubai chocolate latte, lavender cream) usually takes a while to come out (because they are made fresh & usually have multiple layers / ingredients) and it could feel intimidating to wait, but every time the latte comes out very nicely both in terms of presentation and taste. Also very customizable (you can just tell the staff to adjust syrup amounts or replace one flavor with something else, etc).“

“Great staff, solid selection“