Revival Cafe+Kitchen

Coffee beans are good.
Smells good.
Coffee restaurant

Whenever I come into this place, I always get a good, chill vibe. People are nice and the eating areas are clean and have a good feel. I know I don’t really drink much coffee or tea, so this review isn’t a complete analysis of this place. I tried the turkey sandwich and it was pretty fire with the avocado, slaw, and bacon. However, it was 12-13 bucks and it wasn’t that large like a jersey mikes sub I could get for a bit cheaper. Same goes for the 4.50 waffle fries that were well seasoned but went cold too fast. They still retained a good amount of crisp, but I wish there were more fries. Overall, this place is a very solid 4/5, but once I try the drinks that may change for the better.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Sandwich

I bought a coffee there. It was really expensive. You pay a premium for luxury aspect!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 3

A great cafe with lots of seating and good food! We barely had to wait for our food. We got a bagel sandwich, the Thai peanut bowl, hot chocolate, and a chai latte. Great vibes :)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The café is quiet with a great atmosphere, delicious food, and a clean environment. Their sandwiches were especially tasty, and the Caesar salad was good, though the portion of vegetables was quite small. However, I noticed that the staff was not particularly friendly toward people of color. While it’s not a legal issue, their attitude toward kindness seemed noticeably different depending on the customer, which made me uncomfortable. Because of this, I’m unsure if I’d return.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 3

We went here twice for breakfast. Great breakfast sandwiches. Their daily specials are unique and delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

For the money spent, I was greatly disappointed. For a specialty coffee shop the coffee was comparable to a popular chain coffee place where they seem to be copying the design.

Kid-friendliness: Not kid friendly, adult and sexual content on display.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 3

This was a plain bagel with cream cheese… burnt and with the SMALLEST schmear I’ve ever seen in my life. Stick to coffee only here.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 3

Morning caffeine was good. Could use more gluten free vegan options 😉

Dietary restrictions: Breakfast option for gluten free vegan is overnight oats. They have a bowl option for lunch.

I come here every day and night.
My favorite place in Boston/ Cambridge.
Food is fresh, drinks are amazing, everything so well detailed and prepared with expertise.

Im already missing their Pumpkin Spice Latte with the perfect crema. It made my day.
In fact, I’m a very rational person, and don’t drink coffee with milk or sugar. But this Latte has made me start to enjoy life and the little things more 💖 thank you Revival for that.

Plus, I love the staff.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Toast, Sandwich

✨ - My breakfast sandwich was great!

Coffee ☕: 3/5 ✨ - My Americano was fine. Got the job done.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sandwich

This is so far overdue, I’ve been ordering here basically every other day for about 3 years. I get the bagelicious and add sausage, or if there’s a special I usually get that to try it out, almost all of which are outstanding. On Fridays I will add a chai morning bun (or whatever the seasonal variant is). I have NEVER been disappointed. Their consistency in providing excellent food is SSS tier. Also to the person in the kitchen who hooked it up today, you’re an absolute legend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salt N Peppa, The Jimmy Pesto

Kind workers, ended up sitting all day

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Best coffee I’ve had in a while!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I'm loving the update on the new location (moved from back to front of the building).

Food choices are unique and flavorful. Drinks are solid and connects with a relaxed cafe vibe.

There's very limited free 2-hour parking on the street and not too far off a walk from Alewife station. Definitely a hidden gem since it's literally towards a one way path towards the border of Cambridge.

Parking: Limited 2-hour street parking

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sandwich