Best places: Coffee shops in Boston, United States

Relaxed Vietnamese cafe offering banh mi, sandwiches, and baked goods, plus specialty coffee.

Unassuming bakery/cafe serving specialty breads, pastries & sandwiches, plus cookies & cakes.

👍👍 A wonderful family-owned place. They roast their own coffee, bake their own muffins and scones. Their passion for what they do is evident in both their coffee and baked goods. I’ll go way out of my way to get a coffee here because it’s SO much better than Starbucks or Dunkin.

Cheery diner with retro flair whipping up breakfast plates from speciality omelets to French toast.

Playful patisserie in a stylish space offering specialty coffees & teas, plus cakes & snacks.

👍👍 Delicious breakfast sandwiches. Friendly staff and a nice seating area. The North shore is delicious and would highly recommend.

Modest bakery making 40+ kinds of donuts, such as crème brûlée & red velvet, with gf options.

👍👍 Love this caffe! Everything! The best cold brew I ever have! Pastries are amazing! Definitely recommend the cinnamon and Nutella flavor. The ham cheese and egg sandwich is awesome, too! The egg is over medium with a little runny yolk, I like it! People in Bikeeny are so nice, love the vibes!

Quaint cafe offering gourmet coffee, homemade pastries & sandwiches for breakfast & lunch.

👍👍 The coffee is superb and the bread is warm and fresh! Everyone is greeted kindly upon arrival by the owner, Erik. His enthusiasm and positivity brightens up anyone’s day. The smell inside delightful, even with a mask on. Walked out with some hot coffee, pastries, coffee beans for home, and a WARM ba...

👍👍 A much needed addition to Teele Sq! The owners are so friendly and the coffee and pastries are excellent. Looking forward to becoming a “regular” at this cute neighborhood spot!

Tiny gourmet espresso bar from a local coffee roaster serving nitrogen cold brews & more.

An antiques-adorned coffee shop serving java drinks & made-to-order waffles through lunch.

Snug stop for breakfast & lunch bites served from a counter in a space with a friendly vibe.

Longtime favorite for espresso & gourmet ice cream in a range of unique flavors that changes often.

Stylish, contemporary cafe serving coffee, raw juices & smoothies, plus panini & other light fare.

Trendy nonprofit cafe serving pastries & baked goods, plus cold & hot drink options.

Branch of a local chain of bake shops specializing in French treats like croissants & sticky buns.

Simple bake shop turning out sourdough-crust pizza, artisan bread & gourmet pastries.