Although this cafe took over the space that used to be Darwin's, the quality of the coffee and food is definitely lower. I have been multiple times, and the coffee is always burnt. The matcha tastes so off that it is pretty much undrinkable (I left half the drink last time I went). The food is decent, but the breakfast sandwich I got was very oily. That being said, the vibe is fantastic, and you will always find a place to sit here. It's great for working as the WiFi is consistent.
Nick
Huge fan of Smoot! I get my coffee from there since I work in the area. The service is so friendly and efficient (and the coffee is great!). Atmosphere is really nice and good if you need to do a little work at any point. Highly recommend!
Eric L
We had an exceptional afternoon dining experience here at Smoot Standard for lunch after being unable to get into 2 other spots. On entering, we were really impressed by the exposed brick, plush leather barstools, and comfy 2nd floor seating nook. The iced tea was a really delicious tropical black tea and the iced matcha with almond milk was equally awesome. It was a bit late for brunch but one of us still got the salmon bagel, which was super fresh and hit the spot. Overall, highly reccomended for all day dining or teas in Kendall Square!
Seth Holmes
The Smoot Standard has started hosting a weekly jam on Tuesdays that I used to attend at Lily Ps and the Cantab before that. The access to food and beverage during the jam is great and the music is fun. The staff is friendly. Parking can be tricky but it's never more than a 5 minute walk.
Daniel Maldonado
The best espresso martinis in the city! The bar is a great vibe and the bartender makes great drinks
Alexis Jones
Could not tell me if their bread was vegan or not, no one working knew 👎
Liam Brister
Chill cafe/bar with a loft. Great place to study or chat with friends. 10/10 would reccomend
Christy Forrest
i’ve tried 3 sandwiches so far: green tomato tuna nicoise smoked turkey
all of these have blown me away. they are filling, balanced and well constructed. the green tomato sandwich is so unique and absolutely awesome. i cannot wait to try more and go back for their bar menu!
staff is friendly. online ordering is flawless and i’ve never had to wait beyond pickup estimation
Waseem Kawaf
Immaculate coffee and food spot. A refuge from the hustle and bustle in the neighborhood. Staff also is very welcoming and kind.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ally Vergara
This is the best cafe in Boston/Cambridge!! Amazing food and vibes for any chill group. Great study spot too!!!
Perfect service, vibes, food, and cocktails. Smoky cannot fail!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mackenzie Litz
Great space with great vibes. Would love to see some vegetarian protein on the menu (tofu, beans, tempeh) because right now it’s just vegetables and carbs for cafe or lunch or dinner vegetarian foods.
Vegetarian options: No vegetarian proteins available
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Colin Marcus
I really love this place and consider it either the #1 or #2 sandwich shop near MIT.
I tried the fried green tomato and beef brisket sandwiches and they were both awesome. Really really tasty, high quality ingredients.
The croissant was deliciously warm and flaky.
I’ve also had the cappuccino, hot chocolate, and Irish cream coffee. All excellent.
The pricing is reasonable too, especially considering the quality.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Danielle Lauria
Got the green tomato sandwich, definitely hit the spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wesley Updike
Smoot's is an absolute gem! The food and drinks are nothing short of incredible—the breakfast sandwich is arguably the best in all of Central Square, and has become my go-to dish to start the day. The vibe and ambiance are stellar, there's a perfect balance between cozy and lively. The staff are super friendly and make you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. Also, the pork belly—outrageously good doesn’t even do it justice. This place is truly the perfect addition to an already awesome block, and I can’t wait to come back...later today.
Although this cafe took over the space that used to be Darwin's, the quality of the coffee and food is definitely lower. I have been multiple times, and the coffee is always burnt. The matcha tastes so off that it is pretty much undrinkable (I left half the drink last time I went). The food is decent, but the breakfast sandwich I got was very oily. That being said, the vibe is fantastic, and you will always find a place to sit here. It's great for working as the WiFi is consistent.
Huge fan of Smoot! I get my coffee from there since I work in the area. The service is so friendly and efficient (and the coffee is great!). Atmosphere is really nice and good if you need to do a little work at any point. Highly recommend!
We had an exceptional afternoon dining experience here at Smoot Standard for lunch after being unable to get into 2 other spots. On entering, we were really impressed by the exposed brick, plush leather barstools, and comfy 2nd floor seating nook. The iced tea was a really delicious tropical black tea and the iced matcha with almond milk was equally awesome. It was a bit late for brunch but one of us still got the salmon bagel, which was super fresh and hit the spot. Overall, highly reccomended for all day dining or teas in Kendall Square!
The Smoot Standard has started hosting a weekly jam on Tuesdays that I used to attend at Lily Ps and the Cantab before that. The access to food and beverage during the jam is great and the music is fun. The staff is friendly. Parking can be tricky but it's never more than a 5 minute walk.
The best espresso martinis in the city! The bar is a great vibe and the bartender makes great drinks
Could not tell me if their bread was vegan or not, no one working knew 👎
Chill cafe/bar with a loft. Great place to study or chat with friends. 10/10 would reccomend
i’ve tried 3 sandwiches so far:
green tomato
tuna nicoise
smoked turkey
all of these have blown me away. they are filling, balanced and well constructed. the green tomato sandwich is so unique and absolutely awesome. i cannot wait to try more and go back for their bar menu!
staff is friendly. online ordering is flawless and i’ve never had to wait beyond pickup estimation
Immaculate coffee and food spot. A refuge from the hustle and bustle in the neighborhood. Staff also is very welcoming and kind.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is the best cafe in Boston/Cambridge!! Amazing food and vibes for any chill group. Great study spot too!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Whitefish Bagel Sandwich, Cured Salmon Bagel Sandwich
Restaurantji Recommends
Perfect service, vibes, food, and cocktails. Smoky cannot fail!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great space with great vibes. Would love to see some vegetarian protein on the menu (tofu, beans, tempeh) because right now it’s just vegetables and carbs for cafe or lunch or dinner vegetarian foods.
Vegetarian options: No vegetarian proteins available
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I really love this place and consider it either the #1 or #2 sandwich shop near MIT.
I tried the fried green tomato and beef brisket sandwiches and they were both awesome. Really really tasty, high quality ingredients.
The croissant was deliciously warm and flaky.
I’ve also had the cappuccino, hot chocolate, and Irish cream coffee. All excellent.
The pricing is reasonable too, especially considering the quality.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Got the green tomato sandwich, definitely hit the spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Smoot's is an absolute gem! The food and drinks are nothing short of incredible—the breakfast sandwich is arguably the best in all of Central Square, and has become my go-to dish to start the day. The vibe and ambiance are stellar, there's a perfect balance between cozy and lively. The staff are super friendly and make you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. Also, the pork belly—outrageously good doesn’t even do it justice. This place is truly the perfect addition to an already awesome block, and I can’t wait to come back...later today.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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