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“

“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!“

“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.“

“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!“

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

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

“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!“

“Great food big portions great prices friendly people quick service comfortable atmosphere they don't rush you out of there you can take your time relax and enjoy your meal“

“Cute little city coffee cafe! Just a hop in from right off the main streets, they had a really nice selection of coffee, teas, pastries, soups, salads, etc. It’s very cozy inside with tables, chairs and low lighting. It was decently quiet inside, and the staff is friendly and helpful with suggestions. We got two pistachio lattes and they were incredibly good. Not too heavy on flavoring and they didn’t taste artificial. Overall, a nice stop for a bite and drink.“

“Casual cafe that sells high quality french/ Mediterranean inspired pastries and entrees. Love the shakshuka, its a must have!!! Brownies and pistachio tart was yummy. There's so many of them in Boston, you can pretty much find it no matter where u are.“

“Lively but fun place. Waited a bit in a line but after ordering the food and drinks came out quickly! We got the fluffy ghost matchas, a north shore sandwich, and a sausage egg and cheese sandwich with herb ketchup. Both sandwiches were to die for (couldn’t even get a picture before digging in).“

“This is my favorite coffee spot in Beverly. They are always well staffed and friendly, and their baristas are consistent with drink and espresso shot quality. I’ve been here often enough over the past year that I can tell they have good staff retention, which is a good sign that they treat their people well, and I know helps with that quality and consistency.

I recommend their hot chocolate with their house made marshmallow, anything with espresso in it, and their tot bowls. Their tater tots are delicious and any sandwich can be made into a tot bowl.

I would skip the bakery items unless you have a little one, they are the only item type that I’d skip here. That said, I’d love to see babka or homemade poptarts in the case, but am happy with my hot food and iced latte.“

“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!!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Amazing as always!! Staff and service wonderful.“

“The food is so delicious. My kids loved the food. My husband I loved it too. The english muffin with sausage and bacon were amazing. Yogurt parfait with fruits was the best I ever tasted. Service is amazing. Place is small but doesnt matter, the heart is there. I highly recommend this place. Very good prices.“

“Nice cocktails and next to Mike’s Pastry“

“We were on a trip and found this Cafe during our walk through the historic places in Boston. It offers delicious pastries, various breakfast sandwiches and lots of options for coffee and tea. Their orange juice is spectacular and the closest one to a real orange juice I've ever had. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The dining area is a little small for the number of the customers but there are also chairs and tables outside. The Croissant breakfast sandwich and the Honey Halva Latte we had were so delicious. Thank you Tatte.“

“I like it! The person who attended to my order was super kind. The matcha limeade is exceptional! They hand whisk the matcha and use good quality powder!!! i am impressed. Just be sure to go with enough time since it might take a while, understandably.“

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

“Food was delicious, waitress was excellent and friendly. Wasn't rushed as was meeting with a friend that I hadn't seen in years and we were eating, talking and catching up! Would highly recommend this restaurant to everyone. Roomy, clean and excellent food!“

“I wanted to share feedback regarding our recent experience. Trevor, the General Manager, was amazing. He greeted us warmly and ensured our breakfast was served on time.

It is a great place, and I will definitely recommend it for its awesome service.

Mounir“

“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!“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!“

“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. ❤️“

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

“My go-to spot for both matcha and coffee! Their matcha is smooth, creamy, and flavorful without being overly sweet or bitter, and the iced pistachio matcha latte is one of my absolute favorites; the nutty pistachio flavor complements the earthy matcha perfectly. Their iced coffee is equally delicious, with a rich, balanced flavor that keeps me coming back. The drinks are consistently well made, whether I’m staying to enjoy them or quickly grabbing one to go.

I also love the atmosphere here. It’s comfortable enough to sit and relax, catch up with someone, or enjoy some quiet time, while the service is quick and convenient when I’m in a hurry. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, which makes every visit even better. Reunion is truly one of my favorite neighborhood coffee shops!“

“good service great food, friendly staff“

“Such a friendly owner. Every time I go in I am greeted with a smile and she is always happy to tell me about different pastries she makes herself. A true testament to the owner is she loves eating her own food and the pastries are certainly a hit. You have to try the cheese croissant or take her recommendation if you are looking for a bite“

“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! ❤️“

“Do not miss this spot if you are visiting Salem. We had treats from our Air B&B which caused us to go in person. Everything was lovely, delicious and fresh. Customer service was fantastic. We had croissants, a bagel sandwich, fresh bread, the most amazing cookies and, my favorite, the spinach and leek puff with everything seasoning. The coffee was great too. Thanks so much!“

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

“Not only is the food outstanding, but they really do take care of their customers. 15/10 stars.“

“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!“

“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!“

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

“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.“

“I’ve been here three times in the last two days. And I’m probably going to stop in a lot the next few days. The food is so good and allergy friendly. A great place for vegans. Good atmosphere and the servers are so nice and friendly.“

“Mango sunset : 8/10
Ube Royal? (The seasonal drink) :6/10 - it was good but I wish the ube flavor was stronger.
The workers are nice, each drink comes with small bite of sweets (we got brownie), a lot of sitting space, nice aesthetically pleasing indoor. Recommend it“

“Great sandwiches, coffee drinks and a welcoming environment.“

“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 💕🎀💕“

“Stopped here for lunch with my family. Cash only no frills place with lots of menu items. The girl behind the counter 8/21/26 was super friendly and helpful with menu information! Breakfast is served all day. Everything you order is packed to-go style, but there are a few indoor seats at a window counter and a few small outdoor tables. Among us, we ordered a breakfast sandwich with home fries, chicken tenders with fries and a turkey sandwich on dark rye bread. Everything was priced very reasonably. The chicken platter was enormous, enough fries for a family to share! The seasoning of the chicken batter was really delicious. We ate at the little sidewalk tables which would probably normally have a quieter neighborhood feel but there was some noisy roadwork going on today (my husband and son enjoyed watching it, though). The iced coffee was good! They have many coffee flavors.“

“Best coffee ever! Shop local!“

“THE BEST!!!!! Everything is so good,service great…. best breakfast and iced coffee Ive had in Boston. 11/10 recommend to anyone near this area.Cant recommend this place enough,in my week long stay, ended up eating here amost every day.“

“As soon as I came in this beautiful kind girl with blond hair greeted me and she was so nice to talk to, very very kind, and dare I say this matcha is the best I’ve tried! I think the oat milk really brings out the flavour of the “Jane” matcha and it’s was delicious, I tried the cherry matcha. Amazing“

“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!“