50 Best Cafes near Swampscott

“The most amazing dinner experience we’ve ever had! Theresa made us feel like family and even kept my 7 year old laughing and excited the whole meal. Her food takes you right back to Italy and it’s made with so much love. We traveled from Texas and tried it on a whim - WOW best meal/experience of the whole trip. I am forever grateful for the meal and kindness you gave to me and my family. Please don’t hesitate, just jump in and try her place today!“

“The salads here are exceptional. A great Mac and cheese too. This is a good place to take family and friends. Jennifer our order taker was very friendly. An employee even opened the door for us with a smile as we entered the restaurant. Thank you“

“We had a small get together at Bits and bites cafe.. The staff was so courteous and knowledgeable.. breakfast and sweet treats were top notch. Please consider Bits and Bites for your next cafe, you won’t be disappointed!“

“I had the Hot honey glazed chicken sandwich. It was the best vegan sandwich I’ve ever eaten and I’ve had a lot of vegan sandwiches.“

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

“Amazing coffee and food! Not super sweet like other shops and the coffee is flavorful! Great friendly service!“

“Went there for a corporate holiday gathering. The staff were terrific and it was such a fun, interesting chance to learn, laugh and connect with colleagues. Staff are so attentive, kind and patient. A wonderful place!“

“Nice cocktails and next to Mike’s Pastry“

“Had a wonderful time, especially thanks to the tour guide(s) at 4 pm. The main leader, “Sarah,” definitely made the experience worthwhile. There was a giant group of young kids that weren’t paying much attention (as young kids do-not a complaint) yet we were able to learn and enjoy the amazing museum and experiences nonetheless. They were very accommodating, humorous, and well equipped to handle large groups of people while keeping their attention. We liked the experience and would go back.“

“It sounds crazy to say a breakfast sandwich was your favorite meal on a trip... until you try the ones at Crave!
The poblano crema really made the sandwich and we enjoyed adding the pumpkin spice to the hot chocolate... delicious!
I can't wait to go back next year!“

“Union Cafe has become one of my favorite go-to places in Lynn, MA. My wife and I recently moved to the area and upon visiting Union Cafe, we found the options limited for us due to the fact my wife and I are both vegan. After speaking with the very friendly owner, Charbell, and telling him, though we loved the place, thaat except for muffins, and beverages, there wasn't much for us to eat. He asked us what he could do to facilite us and after brought in Impossible burgers and Felafel wraps, both vegan. It has now become our regualar haunt. The entire staff is very friendly and provides exceptional service. I love when a business owner listens to his customers and responds so well. BTW, my wife loves the felafel and they cook the Impossible burger to order which is fantastic!“

“Delicious baked goods and coffee/espresso drinks. Owners are warm and friendly. We had the chocolaye crossaint, sliced salmon bagel sandwich and steel cut oatmeal with mixed nuts (oatmeal is reheated in microwave but was still good). They also have a variety of blended smoothies. Highly recommend“

“We bought GH coffee in Boston a couple years ago. Best coffee ever!“

“The staff was very pleasant and assertive..the food was great and worth every penny...i would definately come back..i already shared a post on my fb page too!“

“Wow! I wish I took photos because what I ate was delicious! Got the Steak and Eggs and wife tried the crave! Was surprised with the gf bread on the crave but was actually really delicious so was very pleased! It was wild in there they were very busy but everyone was hustling! They did unfortunately make one drink wrong but they did fix it and we're quick on getting it fixed! Would love to go back when it's a less crazy day. Took everything to go.“

“stopped on our vacation to Boston while exploring in Salem! such a cute little shop!! our drinks were perfection!! I got a something seasonal coconut brulee? we also had a caramel latte both were delicious! amazing Boba selection too!!“

“Not much more to say that OUTSTANDING!! he food is delicious, abundant, varied, signature to them in tastes and styles, affordable, local, fresh - and served/prepared by an amazing crew!! It's a tiny place, which you would think would discourage many. But not here!! That should tell you something. Not only is there a line out the door for 'to-go' ordering, but people filing in and out who ordered ahead - not to mention those ]like myself] willing to wait - cramped - patiently awaiting a seat to open in order to dine in. Ya, to some it might seem more hassle than the hype. But I say the hassle is because the hype is true!! Anything worth having is worthy a bit of struggle to get it. JAC's is an excellent example of that! Thank you to the entire crew for all you do, your hard work and dedication to quality shines through!“

“A warm welcome here and the food is good. Seating probably for about 20 or so people. It’s a “hole in the wall” place that appeared to me that the locals frequent judging by the way the staff knew a lot of customers coming in for take outs. We were warmly welcomed by Jackie and Christina and could see how hard they worked getting orders out quickly. We ate in the cafe. I had eggs, bacon, toast and tea. Hubby had same with home fries. Delicious! Prices are very reasonable. The menu is quite extensive so I imagine there’s something for everyone. We visited for just the few days we stayed in Boston and would definitely return if we go back to the area. Well done guys! Jackie and Cristina, you’re a pair of working superstars!“

“Breaking Grounds is my favorite place to grab a coffee and sit for a bit. The food is delicious too! But, the best thing about B.G. is the friendly welcome and happy atmosphere.“

“So excited I got to enjoy the Roasted Turkey Sandwich today! Love the T.V. show & cookbooks so this visit was a bucket list item.“

“Corner Cafe & Bakery is an Asian bakery located in the heart of Chinatown.

The staff are friendly, though there is little interaction with them as it is a pick your own, as most Asian bakeries are. there is a $10 minimum to use a credit card, but getting a decent amount of pastries will hit this easily.

The pastries are pretty average to other Asian bakeries in the area. The Pineapple bun is good, and they offer multiple options like roll cakes, hot dog bao, and more.“

“Cosmopolitan setting, designed to be in and out fairly quickly w limited seating. Busy, high energy. Very well trained staff.

Amazing food. So fresh and prepared in interesting ways. Lamb hash was a real treat and the oats w berries was the freshest we've ever had.

If we lived locally, this would be a regular stop.“

“We love Sweet Java! Everything is absolutely delicious and made with love! It has a wonderful atmosphere. The Grecian Acai bowls are to die for!!! Yum! ❤️“

“Found the Seaport Cafe a short walk from the conference center. They are allergy friendly, the menu is clearly marked. Coffee is hot and left right at your table. The food was amazing! I had the 3 egg omelette and loved it. What a nice experience and so nice to get away from the crowds at the conference hotel!“

“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!“

“This was so good!
I had a great experience at this place! I enjoyed the lamb breakfast and a cappuccino. The variety of choices is impressive, and the breakfast was simply delicious. The cappuccino came with adorable cat latte art, reflecting the staff's extra care and attention to detail. The place is well-designed and well-organized. I highly recommend it for anyone visiting Boston.“

“Very friendly and cheerful staff. Great coffee and sandwiches.“

“I frequent Cannonball Cafe for coffee and to switch up my WFH atmosphere. The pastries, lattes, iced coffees, and toasts that I have tried have all been delicious, and I always look forward to getting to spend the day at Cannonball when I choose to work from there. I love how the team at Cannonball is always thinking of new and fresh ideas when it comes to drinks and events, from unique lattes to farmers markets on Sundays and a beautiful new patio, they have been a great addition to the neighborhood and it's fun and exciting to watch them grow and develop. Where Cannonball really shined recently is when I called to place a large cookie order for our wedding welcome party. Rachel was happy to take on the order on short notice, and made some of THE MOST delicious cookies I have ever had (chocolate chip with sea salt, snickerdoodle, and sugar cookies with sprinkles.) Our guests loved them, and the 50 cookies that we ordered were gone by the end of the night (and we only had 35 guests!) I would highly recommend Cannonball for a quick coffee, a nice work day vibe, or to bring desserts to for your next party or event!“

“Yum Yum Yum Greek salad with grilled chicken, AMAZING!! Super fresh, the grilled chicken was so tasty, only used half of my dressing. A friend recommended Periwinkle’s to me, thankful.“

“Great local place for breakfast, cold brew, smoothies, pupsicles, or a light lunch!“

“Being a coffee shop lover and explorer, I love this coffee and food very much. The only reason why I wouldn’t rate it a full 5 stars is because it’s always very smokey and smells burnt in here and hard to work with. But I’d gladly come by to pick up some food to go.“

“The food is good but don't look at the menu online because it is not what they offer.“

“I tried the cinnamon coffee muffin this morning...fabulous! It was moist & flavorful & paired well with my hot & delicious java. I'll definitely be back soon.“

“Taro milk tea with black boba!!! Awesome flavor and even better costumer service! My new go to place for boba tea!!“

“good service great food, friendly staff“

“Best coffee ever! Shop local!“

“Delicious pastries! I was staying in a hotel nearby and stumbled on this place. The staff was so kind and gave us a few samples to try. I live across the country and keep thinking of this place. Can’t wait to visit again.“

“Cute place. We arrived on the later side which annoyed the waitstaff.... I promised we'd leave by closing time which was 2:00. We arrived around 1:30. Overall the food was good. A little annoying because we had to ask for more than 2 items, but not a bad place. We ll try again .“

“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!“

“Really good food, quick and the pizza is wicked good“

“loved it , just alittle charming place and it overlooks the ocean . Loved it n food was awesome. awesome place to go with friends to sit n chat 💕🎀💕“

“I was back in Adams Village today (my old neighborhood) and as I crossed Gallivan Blvd, my 4 year old said “mummy!!!!!!! look at the smiley faced balloons!!!” I pulled over and asked the woman at the register if she would be willing to sell me one of the balloons with my coffee order. She immediately cut one off and gave it to my little boy. It made his day, and the wonderful banana hazelnut coffee made mine. ❤️“

“Tried several Tatte and this one is special. Food is always perfect and if ever someone has taken my online order, the managers always assist and get is asap. Store is super clean and service is always special. I do like the small talk. Mary, Francesca Gm, Roselyn, Hector always know my order and drinks. Totally worth the daily trip.“

“nice place right in the North End .. the backed good cookies and pastries looked great in the case great coffee“

“Food: delish
Cashier: engaging

Wanted to get something off the beaten path and ended up here! Small inside, but your food is made in front of you quickly. Went for coffee, came back with an egg sandwich (so much bacon it was ideal) and chai (hot! so be careful). 2 people working, one took my order and made my drink, the other was working hard at the stove to give me a wonderful, buttery, crispy egg sandwich. Drink menu is on the other wall, hard to see unless you’re at the counter ordering.
Big fan, will be going back to try their lunch menu!“

“BEST CHICKEN WRAP EVER! The wrap was so fresh that the softness and flavor were pronounced-- no refrigerator flavor here! The cucumber was freshly chopped and reminded me of eating from my garden! Let's talk dressing-- it's a masterful melding of spices and olive oil that took this wrap over the top! This food belongs in a 5 *star Boston restaurant-- run don't walk to Brewin Cafe for their wraps! PS the buns are AMAZING!“

“We had a baby shower this weekend catered by Root. They did an amazing job. The food was incredible !!! Rave reviews from all ! Thank you !“

“Maybe it's because I was super hungry, but damn that egg sandwich was delicious... In general it seems like a great little local spot for a breakfast sandwich or a giant cup of coffee or whatever else you want. It's by no means fancy or unique, but it gets the job done for sure.Only knock is for cash only, and the "hot and fresh" pizza is quite the opposite.“

“First time visiting and felt like family.Just a couple of out of towners looking for a cup of coffee at a local joint. Initially we were completely lost in the meat market/cafe setting until a friendly police officer in the restaurant told us to just have a seat if we were dining in. Shortly there after they were brewing a fresh pot of coffee while we perused the menu. After asking what the soup of the day was, we were brought a sampling of the two soups (chicken vegetable and tomato, both were phenomenal).After over hearing the chicken pot pie had just come out of the oven, we settled on that and the cranberry chicken salad sandwich. The portions were huge.After making sizable dent in our selections the waiter came out with a sampling on their chicken parmesan and meatballs covered in their tomato sauce. The chicken was probably better than anything I’ve had at an Italian restaurant. The meatballs were perfectly cooked. Not too much meat and not too much filler. The tomato sauce was very light and had a good flavor.They next time we are in Boston Cimino’s will be on our list. It’s a bit of a hike out of the city, but the food was excellent and the staff was over the top friendly. Thanks for the coffee. Hope to see you soon.Two Texans“

“Very reasonably priced museum cafe! The tables are in the airy, beautiful atrium. The quiche portion was small, but the sandwiches and falafel wrap were tasty and a good value. (Photos include a Turkey BLT with no veggies, falafel wrap, and quiche). They have lots of drink choices as well.“