50 Best Cafes near Needham

“Just finished eating a plain bagel with jalapeño cream cheese here I almost didn't go because I know their bagels are best when they're fresh and it's getting close to two in the afternoon, but there's a spot out front so I figured I'd try anyway, and just my luck they had a fresh batch of plain bagels that just finished cooking. They were just as good as I remember them being in high school and honestly, the shop looks almost exactly; the same staff are friendly as always and I'll definitely be coming back here next time I'm in Needham. Dunkin' Donuts eat your heart out“

“I had an absolutely wonderful experience at this coffee shop and bakery! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee and baked goods filled the air, making it impossible not to feel at home.

The coffee was exceptional—rich, flavorful, and perfectly prepared.

What truly stood out was the friendly and attentive staff. They were welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about providing excellent service.

Whether you're looking for a cozy place to relax, meet friends, or enjoy a sweet treat with your morning coffee, this bakery and coffee shop is a gem. I highly recommend it and will definitely be coming back again and again!

Thank you very much Mr. Spencer.“

“I’ve been going to this restaurant for many years now and you always get top quality food for breakfast and lunch. If you wanna order an omelette, you will get the most amazing omelette and not spending an enormous amount of money like you would Friendly Toast. Nowhere in the Newton area or Needham area will you find a friendly or owner? Who will know you in two days and call you a regular and know what your order is After just a few times of your visiting the restaurant. The food is fresh and always delicious You can’t go wrong for breakfast or for lunch If you want to have a great meal with friendly people all around you, you need to go to Fresco!!“

“Good food but the Mediterranean grain bowl is not nearly as good as the lentil one with umami“

“I have been going to Bagels Best since I was a kid with my grandfather every morning after I slept over. They have had the best bagels by a long shot and I have traveled across the state to get their bagels, breakfast bagel, and smoked salmon which is spectacular! Such great food in a great establishment run by amazing people who care about their customers. Highly recommended!!“

“Great tapas / quite filling“

“Our favorite local coffee shop. They constantly pull delicious espresso, have a great selection of roasts, and the food always satisfies. The chocolate zucchini loaf cannot be missed! I also really appreciate that there’s no WiFi. It makes it easy to consistently find a place to sit because people aren’t camping out all day.“

“Excellent coffee shop. It's rather hard to find (see my photo with an arrow pointing to the cafe). Inside there's a coffee shop vibe, with lots of people on laptops. They serve beer and wine in addition to coffee, and I wonder if there's more of a wine bar vibe in the evening. I've ordered espresso beverages a couple times and they're great.“

“The staff is extremely hospitable and is always happy to see a guest come into the shop- it’s such a great place to spend a morning having a snack and some coffee. The concept is really great- several friends who created a business together. Their treatment of customers clearly aligns with that.
The food, pastries, and desserts are phenomenal and their cakes, whole regular cake or custom design, are delicious and always turn out beautiful. They are also very willing to try to work to accommodate a customer on a custom cake or cupcake order.
If you’re looking for a real matcha latte and not a “cafe matcha”, theirs is delicious. While I’m not able to handle the punch of caffeine in their Vietnamese coffee too frequently, it is also delicious. Any of their teas or fruit-centered drinks are also great. I would highly recommend a strawberry jasmine with popping boba.
They do have parking behind the building, but just be sure to go in and grab a parking pass before sitting down for breakfast or dessert.
While it can get pricier with more items added to your order, it’s exceptionally clear that the prices support their business model- which focuses on a great customer experience while also providing good wages and a great working environment for all staff members.“

“Though I have not been to the Cafe in person, the sandwich I had from there was one of the best I have ever eaten! Can't wait to go in person. 5 stars.😋“

“If you’re looking for a place that’s clean, safe, and FUN to go highly recommend. Awesome food and drinks ($5 sandwiches during happy hour!), lovely outdoor patio dining, and there are still games available to play sanitized between people! So happy to come back here again and get the same great service.“

“This is a gem for a breakfast spot! The owner and his son are very friendly and generous. The food tasted amazing. We had the florentine omelet that was on special amongst other things and everything tasted amazing! The place is very cozy and overall highly recommended! Will definitely be coming back!“

“Our only go to for breakfast! Great food and the best staff!“

“Best bakery and cafe around!“

“Very cute & cozy cafe.
I had the mango Lassi & veg puff, and they were both delicious.
Also tried the Chilli Parotta, and it was so good!

They routinely have special South Indian combo meals, and the food is so traditional & homely.

Love the interior design, especially on the ceiling. It blends culture into a unique cafe experience.“

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

“Awesome food and the staff is friendly. Also the hometown Cafe atmosphere is great.“

“The food was delicious, a great variety, and though we were limited to just certain items by the venue, Jason worked with us and came up with something terrific. The food came very early, which was my only disappointment. I thought it would arrive at 4 PM but they were already there at 2 PM, however that was likely the venue that made that decision. I would work Ovenbird again in a heartbeat, and I’m very pleased with what they did for our memorial service.“

“I had maybe my favorite sandwich of all time at this quaint and unassuming cafe.

Not in the loud bombastic sort of way, the overflowing ingredients arranged nicely for instagram, the punny names or the clever fusions. No, none of that. Just a simple sandwich with fresh, perfectly balanced ingredients, creating the perfect bite over and over. I wasn't expecting anything remotely of that caliber when I came for a lunch on a day off. But I took one bite and felt transported to a time when things were done right. Done for the sake of the craft and not to sell out or create lines. Done in a way that speaks of not knowing how to do it differently. It was truly spectacular.

The iced coffee was terrible though.“

“We knew we wanted Magic Bites to cater our family event and we were so pleased that we did! Atilla and Elif were helpful and patient planning the menu and everything was top notch delicious. They knew we had some allergies in the family and they made an extra effort to create large labels with all ingredients. I highly recommend them!!“

“Burger is the best for me 😘“

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

“Dado is the best kept secret in Cambridge. A beautiful café that feels so peaceful, considered and thoughtful in its every detail—the perfect place to sit with a friend, or take some time to just be alone and read a book. The co-owner Namwon has great energy. He was always really kind and welcoming to me and my boyfriend (we are from Australia, but Dado felt like a little slice of home). The food is really tasty (I could never go past their egg-salad sandwich; my partner loves the bibimbap wrap), and Dado, of course, has an amazing selection of teas. More than just feeding the body, all the meals felt like they were nourishing the soul. Just good honest cooking—maybe the rarest of things today. We’re about to leave Harvard this semester, and one of the great things we’ll miss is Dado.“

“Extremely friendly service/ Grabbed a coffee and a cranberry-orange muffin today- the muffin reminded me of my grandmother’s recipe- so moist!!! 👍“

“Coleen will immediately make you feel part of her community. We popped in for brunch on a recommendation and we're so happy we did. Small town community feel in the heart of Brookline. Excellent food, fair pricing, owner operated; and you can see she's well loved in the community. I will always come back here if I'm in the area looking for a bite to eat and a break.“

“It was amazing! So many games to choose from and the food is fantastic! The atmosphere is wonderful as well😊“

“Finally, got to try This place. They had soft Opening which was not to best. The ordering process was pretty smooth . The wait was not to long. We got the infamous Sho-Gun Matcha/Vanilla Soft Serve Mix With Edible 24K gold , Maiko Special (Parfait) Hojicha/Strawberry Mix Soft Serve and Matcha Latte Float. Everything was so rich in favor. The matcha favor is probably the best that I had so far. You can taste the quality of the soft serve. It's a bit pricy but worth every penny. Definitely, need to try them out“

“TEBRİKLER... GÜZEL İNSANLAR“

“Cute place and yummy baked goods as well as sandwiches and salads for lunch!“

“One of our absolute favorite spots in town, we’re so lucky to have this in our community!“

“The sandwiches here are MASSIVE and loaded up. Get the sourdough!! Easily the softest, most moist sourdough I’ve ever had.

The pastries are also good. They are known for the maple scone, which was good but I found it a little dry/chalky. The banana chocolate chunk muffin was great.“

“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.“

“Whoever bakes their scones has a gift!“

“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.“

“Stopped in on a whim and had a great meal. I was with my mother and my daughter all of us enjoyed the place. There was a little something for everyone even had a cocktail; we will be back.!“

“Amazing coffee. I got the Creamy hazelnut dark chocolate latte and a bagel with cream cheese. Fantastic coffee highly recommend trying looks exactlylike the pic. The cream cheese was sweet that made the begal even better. Definitely going back next time im in Waltham.“

“great food friendly atmosphere anall the staff are top notch“

“Best butterbeer latte in the world!“

“There is a fabulous vibe in the space. Yummy egg scramble and avocado toast. Smooth cold brew coffee.“

“My favorite store, drink delicious 😋“

“Beautiful vibes here I love the sweets like the brownies my top 1 along with the cappuccinos they make here as well as Orange juice and also best to come here to relax and enjoy the WiFi here everything is excellent 👍😋“

“Best pour over coffee in Boston. Pack and his baristas deliver a great experience, top-notch service. You can tell there is a lot of love for what he does. This is a great place for conversation and meeting new people. Skip the laptop and treat yourself!“

“Excellent food and service, big portions. Relaxing and friendly“

“Four Piece Suit is what makes it worth visiting! We have been following them since the 90s, when they were playing music in Tam O’Shanter pub in Brookline, MA. They gathered a huge crowd the day we saw them for the first time. We were fortunate to get in the pub because they were so famous.“

“I went to Luxor Cafe and was very impressed. The coffee was excellent, the food was delicious, and the service was great. The ambiance was also very pleasant. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for good coffee, a good meal, and a nice atmosphere !!“

“Great chicken salad. I am also happy that pet dogs are no longer permitted inside. As a dog lover, I understand wanting to bring your family with you everywhere. As a human with dog allergies, I appreciate being able to limit my exposure to animals in indoor spaces. Tough call to make.“

“Every once and awhile you come across a business that has it all - an outstanding product, genuinely wonderful people and an approach to customer service that restores your faith in humanity. Cafe Fresh Bagel delivers on all of those fronts. The bagels are superb and the variety, freshness and flavor of the wares on display is unsurpassed. The people who run the establishment are the kind of individuals that serve as the epitome of what entrepreneurs should be - hardworking, dedicated and thoughtful. Honestly, I couldn’t imagine going anywhere else for my bagels…!“

“Food isn’t bad or good, nor original, very middle of the road, but is very decently priced and is in a great location, extremely convenient and quick. Local, and the people dining here are local, good place to meet people or if you’re from here, a good place to see a friend.“

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

“regarding a recent review from Katyko, I visited caffe ollo this morning and this is how this lovely place looks like. It has such an amazing atmosphere, their drinks are amazing, a very cozy and warm place to hang out & staff is so kind and welcoming. no shade but if you check closely that same review was also posted a year ago trying to make this place look bad when in reality it’s completely the opposite. love you ollo, will be back soon!“