Yafa Bakery is an absolute gem and a must-visit in Boston! As a multi-year “Best of Boston” winner, it’s easy to see why this Palestinian bakery has captured the hearts (and taste buds) of so many.
The chai here is hands-down the best I’ve ever had—rich, fragrant, and perfectly spiced. Their baklava? Pure perfection. Each piece is a work of art, presented so beautifully that it’s almost too pretty to eat (but trust me, you’ll want to!). The bakery pastries are just as incredible—flaky, flavorful, and always fresh.
Beyond the treats, Yafa’s commitment to the community shines through. It’s a local business with an amazing staff who make you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. Plus, their stylishly designed packaging makes their desserts the perfect gift (if you can resist keeping them for yourself!).
If you’re looking for the best desserts in the city while supporting a business that genuinely cares, Yafa Bakery is the place to go. Highly, highly recommend!
Alex
Best cafe in the Boston area, would highly recommend you stop through
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
M Ruiz
Great place, super friendly staff. As soon as I walked in with my husband and toddlers we were immediately offered samples to taste. This was great since it was our first time. We got a few things but funnily enough we were impressed by the quality of the coffee, it was superb. Def recommend!
Lexi Potter
Literally the best place to stop and get a sweet treat. Such kind service. Amazing all around. Cannot thank the staff enough for their kindness. Also the sweets are DELICIOUS.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Baklava
Victoria Husain
amazing amazing service and kind people! how can you run out of yummy samples?!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dayan Delgado
Exceptional hospitality, taste and ambiance. Omar welcomed us in as if we guests in his home. The love and care you can taste, feel, and see in this cafe is unique, don’t miss out! We came all the way from Austin, Texas to try this gorgeous, Palestinian cafe after seeing it on instagram and without a doubt, we will be back.
Love this place. The pastries - savory and sweet - are stunning and the staff super friendly. Got free sample of delicious spiced tea while trying to choose. Really you’ve just got to visit and take in the pastry and sweets in the cases. Visually amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Güven İnce
A wide variety of middle eastern treats and desserts accompanied with a real middle eastern hospitality. Clean, chic and delicious…
Amazing must go!!!! The service was absolutely amazing and everything was authentic and beyond tasty. First real mediterranean bakery I’ve come across. Thank you so much!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lily Alcala Gordon
The Yafa staff are the nicest. They give you so many free samples and are so genuinely warm and friendly. I loved all the pastries, especially the pistachio cake and the little nests.
amazing food, service and atmosphere. will definitely be back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
KOMAL AFZAAL
Best of Karhak Chai. Very friendly and warm people. Food is always above your expectations
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
N D
Local delight! Amazing chai and treats! Savory dishes, fantastic weekend spot to enjoy the local community. Staff makes you feel at home the moment you walk in. A must visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Baklava
Sri Harsha Maddila
Heavenly desserts, excellent hospitality! We were given so many free samples to try while we made up our mind. Still not enough to get a taste of everything there. Must-visit again! The breakfast we had along with the dessert was also superb!
Yafa Bakery is an absolute gem and a must-visit in Boston! As a multi-year “Best of Boston” winner, it’s easy to see why this Palestinian bakery has captured the hearts (and taste buds) of so many. The chai here is hands-down the best I’ve ever had—rich, fragrant, and perfectly spiced. Their baklava? Pure perfection. Each piece is a work of art, presented so beautifully that it’s almost too pretty to eat (but trust me, you’ll want to!). The bakery pastries are just as incredible—flaky, flavorful, and always fresh. Beyond the treats, Yafa’s commitment to the community shines through. It’s a local business with an amazing staff who make you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. Plus, their stylishly designed packaging makes their desserts the perfect gift (if you can resist keeping them for yourself!). If you’re looking for the best desserts in the city while supporting a business that genuinely cares, Yafa Bakery is the place to go. Highly, highly recommend!
Best cafe in the Boston area, would highly recommend you stop through
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place, super friendly staff. As soon as I walked in with my husband and toddlers we were immediately offered samples to taste. This was great since it was our first time. We got a few things but funnily enough we were impressed by the quality of the coffee, it was superb. Def recommend!
Literally the best place to stop and get a sweet treat. Such kind service. Amazing all around. Cannot thank the staff enough for their kindness. Also the sweets are DELICIOUS.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Baklava
amazing amazing service and kind people! how can you run out of yummy samples?!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Exceptional hospitality, taste and ambiance. Omar welcomed us in as if we guests in his home.
The love and care you can taste, feel, and see in this cafe is unique, don’t miss out! We came all the way from Austin, Texas to try this gorgeous, Palestinian cafe after seeing it on instagram and without a doubt, we will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Biscotti, Bagel, Bakery Pastries, Manakish, Kanafa, Baklava, Zaatar
Love this place. The pastries - savory and sweet - are stunning and the staff super friendly. Got free sample of delicious spiced tea while trying to choose. Really you’ve just got to visit and take in the pastry and sweets in the cases. Visually amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A wide variety of middle eastern treats and desserts accompanied with a real middle eastern hospitality. Clean, chic and delicious…
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bakery Pastries, Pistachio Heaven, Mataro Bread, Kanafa, Baklava, Pistachio Knafeh, Sample
Amazing must go!!!! The service was absolutely amazing and everything was authentic and beyond tasty. First real mediterranean bakery I’ve come across. Thank you so much!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Yafa staff are the nicest. They give you so many free samples and are so genuinely warm and friendly. I loved all the pastries, especially the pistachio cake and the little nests.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
amazing food, service and atmosphere. will definitely be back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best of Karhak Chai. Very friendly and warm people. Food is always above your expectations
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Local delight! Amazing chai and treats! Savory dishes, fantastic weekend spot to enjoy the local community. Staff makes you feel at home the moment you walk in. A must visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Baklava
Heavenly desserts, excellent hospitality! We were given so many free samples to try while we made up our mind. Still not enough to get a taste of everything there. Must-visit again! The breakfast we had along with the dessert was also superb!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best ever... just
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Kanafa, Baklava, Zaatar
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