31 Best Cafes near Ipswich

“A must try. The bakery products are outstanding. I will be a regular.“

“We are visiting from England and have been to Heart and Soul three times in the past week. Why? Yes, the coffee is excellent and the food is very good, but it's the warmth and hospitality of the owner, Bud, that has impressed us most. We have lived and travelled in many places around the world but rarely have we experienced an owner with such a wonderful attitude and such a welcome. It feels like visiting a friend when we come to Heart and Soul....a place that embodies the name of the cafe and an owner who clearly knows what hospitality means.“

“The bagels here are excellent, and everything there is at a great price point for breakfast food. I enjoy them just as much as Abraham's in Newburyport. I only wish they would open a little sooner. I often get there at 7AM to find it not open yet. Hopefully if they get more business they will want to open earlier.“

“The dark roast coffee of the day was fantastic! The atmosphere was inviting and the baristas were so sweet and friendly! Definitely recommend this shop!“

“A fantastic gem with excellent customer service! Get The Hero coffee, it was delicious. Everything was so good and fresh!“

“The best food, atmosphere, and people!“

“This place is a gem! One of my fav lunch spots. Everything is scratch made. A true neighborhood spot.
Get the deluxe chicken salad sandwich, seems so unassuming but this sandwich is amazing!! Crave-able! And if you can’t do bread their salads are so delicious and equally crave-able!“

“We are from NY and came for breakfast…the best breakfast sandwiches. The pita bread was the best I’ve ever had! My son had a bacon, egg & cheese on a brioche bun. He said it was excellent! Owner was friendly and visible. Highly recommend!“

“Best gluten free sandwich I’ve ever eaten! The gf blueberry muffin was also delicious. Can’t wait to make it a regular stop.“

“How anyone could give this place a bad review makes no sense to me. You've probably already read from the other reviews that the staff is incredible, but truly -- they are. They are so kind and welcoming to every single person that comes in. Aside from that, the coffee is AMAZING! They have so many different flavors to choose from and you can customize any drink however you like (even if it's not on the menu). Also, the breakfast sandwiches... wow. Get 'The Stallion', just trust me. Prices are completely reasonable. Honestly, no other coffee place I've been to even compares. I'll be a longtime customer!“

“Drinks are amazing and the place! The designer has great taste! Tge owners are awesome! I would definitely recommend this place! If you have not it yet you need to, and you will not be disappointed. 🙂🧋“

“I really loved this place. The environment was very clean and nicely organized. I liked the colors of the decor, and even the small carpet that separates the tables- such a cute detail☺️

The food was fresh and very tasty. Everything felt well prepared and made with care.

The waitress who served us was very sweet and polite, which made the experience even better.

Honestly, I liked everything 🙈 It was a fantastic experience and I will definitely be back🥰“

“Dawn and Sharon are two great people with a great story. Their donuts are truly the best and their staff does a great job handling the hustle and bustle in the mornings. Definitely an asset to the area and I love the fact they have a donut truck. Thank you ladies“

“Delicious breakfast! Everything cooked perfectly!“

“What can we say… There were 14 of us over from Scotland ( Ayrshire Area) for the World Cup. We were well looked after, Food excellent, Staff amazing. We can't recommend this cafe enough. It made the start to our day all the better for coming here for breakfast….everyday during our trip. A Special thanks to (the Red head girl) sorry for got your name…..you truly are a star. Also pass our sincere appreciation to Mo for buying our breakfast on our last day. If this town represents the USA you should all be very proud, well absolutely loved staying in Manchester by the sea.

Born in Ayrshire…..Made in the Tartan Army!!!

No Scotland No Party.“

“What can I say other than magical?! We were fortunate enough to host my son’s 11th birthday party in the back room (The kids loved the secret hidden entrance through the bookcase). Tons of great games for all ages and the food was fantastic! Literally everything we had was gourmet quality and up to my foodie 11 year-old’s standards. We will definitely be back if not just for the food!“

“We recently hired Googans to cater for a celebration of life. We kept it simple with a cheese and veggie platter, sandwiches and sweets- finger food. Everything was absolutely delicious! People were raving about how good the sandwiches and desserts were. I absolutely recommend for catering and also to stop in their shop for breakfast and/or lunch. We were very happy with our whole experience with Googan’s.“

“I love taking meetings over coffee at Kid Dream. The Sunshine pours in the windows and the baristas pour a great brew! I really enjoy their Golden Milk. Everyone that I introduce to the shop ends up loving it!“

“70 years old. saw the cafe' and stopped for breakfast. Best I ever had. Corned beef hash and hash browns perfect. Eggs benedict great. Waffles perfect. best service,friendly staff. Great atmosphere. probably never be around here again. tooooo bad“

“Took my daughter for a ice cream to celebrate her first day of school yesterday...I haven't been 30+ years (😳) Oh the nostalgia!!! What a great space with all the fun candy displays and the ice cream bar was just how I remembered! Can't wait to go back! Thank you!!“

“Gluten Free Chocolate Chip cookies! That's the one thing my wife wants me to let you know. We were fortunate to stop here while traveling through. We got a few coffees, crescents (not GF) and cookies. After we drove away my wife started raving about how amazing the GF Chocolate Chip cookies were. She told me several times they were the best she ever had and wished that we had gotten more. I had a bite (even though I love gluten in my cookies) and I have to admit they were great. Thanks for a great treat! My wife's only regret is that we were traveling (11 hours away) and we won't be in the area again to get some more. If you stop by, be sure to eat a GF cookie for her!“

“Delightful culinary fixture of the north shore. Food is top notch; better than home made.“

“I joined their wine club to make my wine nights that much easier. Parking was super easy and my pick-up was quick. They have plenty of add-ins to level-up my fancy dinners including the fresh fancy pasta, flavored salts, and cured meats.“

“I honestly can’t say enough about this place, The smoothies and the prepared meals are awesome but the customer service from the employees to the owner are absolutely amazing. The owner is so personable it makes you feel comfortable being there, she even gave me a free meal to try. I own a business also so I know what goes into great customer service and retention and they have mastered it because they have a customer for life with me. Keep up the amazing work!!!“

“There is no better chicken sammy out there - and staff is always super happy and kind, outgoing.“

“Natalie & her staff are awesome! Brought my wife here for her birthday. We really enjoyed the açaí bowls & the waffles! Look fwd 2 our next visit :“

“My first time in and we will be back! The smells! The food! And of course the best coffee. We loved the vibe and the different seating options. Great way to step away from the chaos and into a different world for a beat.“

“The best bagels around and absolutely amazing cappuccino. The only reason for the 4 stars vs 5 on service is because the young girl I constantly get just doesn't seem to want to be there. Don't get me wrong service is fast, orders come out exactly how you ordered them. However, the counter staff taking your order should, at the very least, be pleasant.“

“I’m glad I see more people on the reviews praising Terry who works at this location. He deserves all the credit and praise. I saw his interaction with the family before me and he was genuinely the same friendly and kind with me as well! You go in for a meal and leave lighter and happier after talking to him. Food was delicious, by the way.“

“Paula, manager, at Dodge Street location is the BEST! After a failed delivery, Paula took steps to ensure I got the redelivery. She also included an unexpected treat in my order. The courteous, empathetic and extra effort is so rare these days. She made my day and hopes alot brighter this morning. ❤“

“I became a customer for the nostalgia, my parents store occupied this space for 45 years, but I return for the great location and coffee and teas. I often meet new clients here. I like the chai booster and lavender latte.“