19 Best Bakeries in Somerville

“I started going here in 2020 and slowly became obsessed. Best bakery and cafe in Somerville. The vibes of the staff are phenomenal but additionally the food and tea are to die for. I always get the London fog with vanilla and the vegan egg cheddar sandwich. Don’t forget to try to banana tajin muffin!!“

“The most delicious pastries ever. If you love pistachio the way I do you will have trouble choosing and it is ALL great. But I particularly love the savories. The Palestinian bread and the flatbread with the green topping (forget what it's called) is a family favorite. We adore these; the flatbreads are a great quick lunch. But so so delicious, fresh, we are so fortunate to have you here!“

“tasty steak and eggs with quick service!“

“Michette is a gem tucked into the ever-evolving landscape of East Somerville. From the outside, the charming signage with little cartoons holding croissants pulls you in, but it’s the feeling once you step inside that really hooks you.

Walking in, it almost feels like you’ve crossed into a different era. The rich, dark wood and bustling energy give it this kind of timeless, grounded vibe. You’ve got a crowd inside, all clearly here with purpose, as the team behind the counter works like a well-tuned orchestra, each person genuinely engaged with their craft. Watching them work—rolling dough, restocking trays—makes it feel like you’re witnessing something rare in today’s fast-paced world: people who truly enjoy what they’re creating.

In a city where larger, established bakeries often dominate, it’s inspiring to see a small, grassroots operation like Michette making its mark. There’s something special about seeing the community embrace a place that’s focused so much on quality and craft. Their strive for excellence doesn’t go unnoticed, and it’s clear that they’re pouring everything into this spot.

I tried their canelé and chocolate croissant, which lived up to their reputation. The canelé was perfectly crispy on the outside, soft and custardy within, and the chocolate croissant had these endless layers, each bite flaking away to reveal the deep chocolate tucked inside. You can taste the skill and attention that goes into these pastries; it’s obvious they’re baked with genuine love.

Michette feels like it could quickly become a contender for one of Boston’s go-to bakeries. I’ll be back soon, and if you’re a pastry lover, this place is definitely worth a visit.“

“This charming little café offers delicious pastries and breakfast sandwiches served on English muffins. The space is small, with just a few tables, but they also have a separate online order window, which is great for pick-up. My friend and I tried two lattes—one fall special and a vanilla oat milk latte—and both were solid, quality coffees. Nothing extraordinary, but definitely satisfying.

It was a bit busy, so we waited around 15-20 minutes, but it was worth it. We both went for breakfast sandwiches, which come in different varieties with optional toppings for an additional charge. Honestly, this was one of the best breakfast sandwiches I’ve had in a long time. Even though it was on a smaller English muffin, it was hearty without being overly filling, and everything was cooked perfectly—especially the melted American cheese. The English muffins were soft and had a great flavor, much better than store-bought.

I got the egg and cheese sandwich with bacon and avocado, and I’ll definitely be back!“

“Thank you so much for delivering produce during the pandemic! You guys rock.“

“You defiantly get verities of bread along with different sauce, bagels, donuts etc.

The shows toppers are the bread section. I haven’t seen chocolate or walnut bread anywhere else in Somerville. All costs $7

Nice store, humble cashier.
Will come back.“

“This is the real deal. Old school, cash only, and probably the most affordable food by volume in greater Boston.If you need a big bag of good bread to make a metric ton of sandwiches for cheap, this is where you go.If you want to make some pizzas at home, this is where you go.If you miss Portugal and need a Pasteis de Nata fix, or some delicious chorizo or a blood sausage, this is where you go.If you want to pay $15 for a single loaf of Sourdough bread, there’s lots of places to do that in Somerville but this ain’t it.“

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

“Crazy busy, but a phenomenal tea collection! They have Spirit and Kilogram teas.

I got to try two, and they were both delicious!!!

Ramp access makes it accessible.

Everyone was friendly and service was efficient.

Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp“

“An Italian dessert shop located in Assembly, in addition to the signature cannoli, there are also a variety of handmade cookies and cakes. This time I ordered the Italian coffee flavored cannoli and the pistachio flavored cannoli. I highly recommend the Italian coffee flavored cannoli. The sweet cream is added with concentrated espresso. The soft and creamy pistachios paired with sweet cream are also the classic flavors of cannoli.

An Italian dessert shop located in Assembly, in addition to the signature cannoli, there are also a variety of handmade cookies and cakes. This time I ordered the Italian coffee flavor and the pistachio flavor Cannoli. I highly recommend the Italian coffee flavor Cannoli. sweet cream is added with concentrated Italian coffee. The taste is mellow, sweet and slightly bitter, sweet but not greasy. The soft and creamy pistachios paired with sweet cream are also Canolli's classic flavors.

An Italian dessert shop located in Assembly, in addition to the signature cannoli, there are also a variety of handmade cookies and cakes. This time I ordered the Italian coffee flavor and the pistachio flavor Cannoli. I highly recommend the Italian coffee flavor Cannoli. sweet cream is added with concentrated Italian coffee. The taste is mellow, sweet and slightly bitter, sweet but not greasy. The soft and creamy pistachios paired with sweet cream are also Canolli's classic flavors.“

“Petsi Pies in Somerville is a gem loved by people all over Boston. Their pecan pie is simply the best—perfectly sweet, with a great crust. If you’re looking for a classic pie done right, this is the place to go. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to add a little extra to their Thanksgiving table or for birthday pie lovers!“

“I was just in the mood for some Brazilian type pastries for lunch, and looked it up on Yelp! My daughter and I drove from Woburn to Somerville and ordered an assortment of goods... You know when you experience something that takes you back to your childhood?? This was it for me...the ambience, the friendliness, and the flavors. Me, my daughter and my inner child drove home with smiles on our faces with food for my wife and my mother to enjoy!!! Amazing! We’ll be back soon!“

“One of the few favorites left that has been around my whole life. And it’s still the same. ♥️“

“Escape to Paris right here in Camberville...exceptional espresso, pastries, and sandwiches....laid back Saturday morning vibe with tantalizing smells of fresh baked bread, melted cheeses. And the whirl of an espresso machine...do not sleep on this one.“

“Excellent service! I highly recommend Le Macaron Boston. Their pastries are not only delicious but are served in a very clean and welcoming environment. A must go to!“

“Ola Cafe has been a favorite stop since moving into the neighborhood a few years ago- it is the perfect place for a quick coffee and snack. The staff are next to none- are always warm, welcoming and ready to give my dog lots of love and attention. My all time favorite thing there is their orange juice- it is truly the best OJ I have had- they squeeze it by hand in front of you and despite the effort it takes to prepare- they always do it with a smile.“

“I don't know if he was the owner or just one of the employees there, but the gentleman name Assiss was super awesome! My friend and I were a bit famished, but didn't want to buy food just yet. We both had something small in mind to hold us over. Muffins popped into my mind. We saw and drove by Mass Hole Donuts and thought of trying is, but didn't quite want sugar. We kept driving down the street when we saw Magnificent Muffin. We slightly passed it and immediately placed the vehicle in reverse and parked right out front. We got out only to find out they had just closed. The guy was behind the counter and I was pleading with him to open the door and he did. He told us he was out of muffins as they go fast. We were bummed. When he saw our reaction he offered to make us something else. We both ordered jalapeno bagels with cream cheese. He ended i'm finding a few tiny muffins left and gave it to us. The whole experience, the food everything was spectacular.Thank you, sir. We appreciate you!“

“I just did a take out order for Tatte Bakery and cafe since we are staying at The Row hotel near Tatte bakery.

We got a prosciutto fig panini , blueberry beet ricotta salad, warm oatmeal, traditional shakshuka, Jerusalem bagel, and a short rib grilled cheese.

The prosciutto fig panini and the beet salad are REALLY good. The warm oatmeal was way too sweet for my tastes (the ginger syrup is super sweet). The shakshuka (traditional) was also very good but a bit spicy (which I am a bit allergic to spicy foods). The Jerusalem bagel was dry and just tasted like bread with sesame seeds in it (we didn’t like it much and ended up throwing it out). The short rib grilled cheese was very good (my son devoured it :).

We also got several cappuccino’s. Their coffee is VERY good.

Overall-all the food is pretty good.

Would I go there again ? Yes. But I would probably ask them to put the syrup for the warm oatmeal in the side. Next time I will probably get more cappuccino’s too (they were really good :)“