Great vegan options and friendly staff. We went there for coffee almost the whole week while visiting

Good pastry and coffee drinks, nice ambiance outdoor seating. Service was fine. Good location for walking to shops before or after. read more

Behind The Bookstore - Italian toast, yummy but was missing the figs. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

The burger and bun was very overcooked and dry. For the price I expected more however the ambience of the courtyard was quite nice

What a delightful find during my visit to Edgartown. The service was wonderful, the ambiance so welcoming. The courtyard was a hidden gem to enjoy breakfast on a nice spring morning. The aroma of the coffee drew me in. The divine breakfast options from healthy to decadent has something for everyone. The pastries looked and smelled sinful... I went for a healthier choice for a change and wasn't disappointed at all! Their lunch menu looks equally tantalizing. I will return. read more

Behind The Bookstore - Home made trail mix, a little Greek yogurt, and I forget what the pudding was called but it was delicious. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

Cute spot to grab coffee and breakfast. Interesting coffee flavors - tried the Orange Thyme Iced Latte which was ok. Breakfast menu looked limited and overpriced. Overall average experience. read more

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What can I say? One word "Awesome". It was romantic setting, food was good overall. Don't get the Linguine and Lobster. Not very good. All claw meat on the lobster, pasta was off, and it was very expensive. Halibut was 1000 times better. I suffered having the Linguine and Lobster. I'd go back, but avoid the pasta and/or lobster dishes. read more

What a gem--delicious coffee and food and such a pretty ambiance. We had breakfast here, and the service was quick. The outdoor seating was covered and there were heaters, making it cozy for a rainy day. read more

Behind The Bookstore - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

**Subject: Highly Racist Experience - Beware if You're Brown or Black** I had a reservation via Resy and encountered the worst, most racist experience imaginable. From the start, the host seated us at a table hidden in the corner, despite other tables being available. They claimed these were reserved by name--fine. But then, the horror began. Our food didn't arrive for 40 minutes. The manager appeared, saying there were issues in the kitchen and many tickets were misplaced--only to later reveal it was just ours. He then said it would take another 40 minutes, which we accepted. However, he returned again to say they couldn't make our food and that we should leave (though we didn't have to pay for a beer and 2 appetizers). This happened past 10:15 PM, leaving us with no other dining options. It was blatantly clear they didn't want us there. Never have I experienced such overt racism, as others were being served while we were told no more food was available. This was not just poor service--it was a racist act. Avoid this place if you're brown or black. read more

Great food and great environment! We were able to find seating (which I feel like is typically unusual for such a busy place) and the food was actually super great. I honestly think this place had the best food on the whole vineyard. read more

Behind The Bookstore - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

I just love this place. It's really something special. The bookstore itself is cute and they have a great selection, but the real gem is the bar and cafe in the back. Do yourself a favor, buy a book and then head to the back for a cocktail and a croissant. You won't regret it! Delights: ham & cheese croissant (have them warm it up), cruffin, and any cocktail! I really enjoyed the hibiscus mocktail, if you're not drinking. read more

I cancelled my reservation last night and even received a confirmation email stating it had been cancelled. Yet, this restaurant chose to charge me a $150 no-show fee. I called the restaurant, and the kind manager, Sean, refused to reverse the charge and informed me to go ahead and dispute it with Amex because he wasn't reversing it. Finest display of customer service I've ever received. read more

Really cute coffee shop and restaurant. Coffee shop has espresso and lots of good drinks and quality pastries. Highly recommend the lavender latte. The seating area outside is unique with nice shaded trees. Cool place to sit and chill. read more

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Good food and vegan options. There was a good choice of food and bakery options, with vegan food options and vegan cookies. They had a covered seating area outside, and the food came within 10-15 minutes of ordering. read more

Overpriced cafe totally lacking in charm or anything that makes you feel you received value to make it feel " worth it". The bread is good though if they let you have any. Service is phony they put on a show like you're important but later on you realize it's superficial. Ambiance is okay to weird. No feeling of privacy or like you can really settle down amidst the gravel that is the flooring. Oh did I mention overpriced? read more

Beautiful little outdoor space with plenty of shade. Bar looked really cool, though we visited for coffee and a treat. The peach cruffin was excellent - one of the better pastries I've ever had! Cortado was made well and served with a pretty design in a small tray with a glass of water. Very classy and simple presentation. Recommended! read more

Food not good!! Nice ambience- outside seating with heaters and foliage cover. I ordered "cheesy eggs". Soupy yellow goop was served with sour dough toast and some greens with a few cherry tomatoes. (No meat). This and a small bottle of IJ was $38.00 not including tip. You order at a counter and besides dropping the food at your table there is no service-- so I don't get why the tip- but I added for good will, anyway. The egg concoction was extremely salty!! I brought it in and requested that two eggs be scrambled and to put a little cheese on the side. I received the same extremely salty eggs without the soupy goo. They were mushy and obviously came from the same batch of poorly seasoned eggs. As I had given up and eaten the second effort the manager asked me if it was better. I let him know that all I wanted for the $38 was fresh scrambled eggs and toast, I saw others eating other things on their menu, who made no comment that what they had was any good-- since there were only about 6 people in there- it wouldn't have been hard to miss their comments. Someone needs to Taste the good and care more!! read more

Unbelievably disappointing. This restaurant used to be one of best meals one could have in Edgartown and now, well...I have had better meals between flights...Did someone break up with the current chef because the meal we had was done by someone who was pissed off. Over cooked, under seasoned, the meal was giving I am over it vibes. Please give your staff time to recharge during the intense summer season, or you are left with a meal that feels hostile and tastes of bittter regret. I hope next summer season heart and passion will return to this beloved kitchen. read more

Absolutely loved this place! The backyard patio is so charming. The service was great. And the food was amazing! We ordered mango ceviche, cauliflower bites, and the scallop linguini. Everything was delicious! They recommend making a reservation for dinner (which you can do on Resy), but we didn't have trouble making a same-day reservation only a few hours in advance. Hope to come back (and maybe for breakfast!) next time I'm on the island! read more

Behind The Bookstore - Scallop Linguini - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

This shop had the best cappaccino that we had on Martha's Vineyard... still about a 4-star experience- a coffee town Martha's Vineyard is not. read more

Over priced. Food isn't worth the price. They were very busy so maybe not entirely their fault. Cool place. Give us more cream cheese

Awesome spot. Real nice atmosphere and amazing customer service. Their mocha espresso is rich and full of flavor. read more

Behind The Bookstore - Mocha Espresso (w/ Almond Milk) and Apple Pastry. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

Really loved this place for the coffee, ambiance and the people who worked there. We didn't get a meal so I can't speak to that but we got some fantastic coffee and a great cookie! It was also set in a really pretty location hidden away from the street. read more

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Still love Behind the Bookstore. This time we made 2 trips to this spot and we were not disappointed. This is an outdoor cafe literally behind a bookstore. The seating area is beautiful and shielded from the sun by awnings. We had: - Yoghurt with granola and berries - delicious - Smoked Salmon on Rye - the hubby loved! - Shakshuka - the hubby absolutely loved! - Avocado Toast with Soft Boiled Egg - delicious - Turkish Coffee - very good - Pour Over Coffee - delicious - Iced Coffee - terrific You can't go wrong with Behind the Bookstore for breakfast!! read more

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If you're in the neighborhood, you definitely have to stop by this quaint garden setting coffee shop and cafe. The first visit, I saw outdoor patrons had breakfast which looked delish so I decided to come back the next day to try it out for myself. I was skeptical of ordering a lavender latte but it was actually super yummy! The first day with oat milk and the second, with almond milk-they don't recommend lattes with almond milk because it doesn't steam well or look as pretty (almond milk doesn't have the fat content for pretty ). The bacon egg and cheese on ciabatta was scrumptious. The cinnamon roll was good too. Definitely worth stopping by... read more

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The food here is good, but it is crazy overpriced and not particularly filling. It's okay to have overpriced food in Edgartown, but t isn't okay to have us leave hungry. I clarify that I am not fat. Our group ordered the sea bass special, seared tuna and mussels. The sea bass was excellent. The seared tuna was good, but a little bland. The mussels were also good but were identified under the "large plate" section of the menu. The mussels were insufficient in quantity to qualify as more than an appetizer for two people. Further, the bread that was supposed to come with it was burned to a crisp. Service was adequate except that the wrong drink was delivered at one point and the server found it more amusing than anything else. While explaining that it was someone else's fault, she got into an argument with a customer at another table about which employee was at fault for switching the drink order, which is hardly professional. By the way, we never got the right drink but were charged nonetheless. read more

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Good food good service Avocado toast was awesome , as well as the eggs and bacon sandwich ! Cute backyard and fast service ! read more

If you are thinking of coming here just don't. It was the worst meal that we had on the island. I asked for a plain grilled cheese sandwich instead of the arugula, sausage grilled cheese sandwich. What I got instead was a arugula sandwich.... With no cheese. So of course like any person who ordered a grilled cheese would do I ask them for some cheese for my sandwich. What I finally got was one cold slice of cheese on Luke warm bread due to how long it took for them to serve it to me. Needless to say if the cook cannot prepare a simple grilled cheese sandwich I cannot imagine how there other foods taste. read more

Behind the Bookstore is my favorite place on the island for it's setting and food. I feel like the rest of the island is so old/traditional and catering to an older generation. The bookstore on the other hand feels young, hip, and has a millenial vibe to it. Came here for coffee and breakfast a few times. They have fancy coffee drinks, light tasty food, and only outdoor seating under large awnings sandwiched between large trees. In the morning we had Johnny Cakes, Shakshuka, and Breakfast Sandwich. The breakfast sandwich is tasty, the Johnny Cakes are hearty, and the Shakshuka is an interesting and delicious dish (originated from Middle East) to find on the menu. Downsides are that the service is slow, and the dinner menu seems too extravagant for a cafe atmosphere type of place. read more

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This café had a wonderful ambiance, however, the experience was extremely unpleasant. Upon walking into BTB, we were informed that we had 2 minutes to place our breakfast orders. In a panic my friend and I both ordered the waffles ($18!). When their system momentarily shut down upon inserting my card, the hostess rolled her eyes at me as though it was my own fault. I also ordered an iced mocha which was decent. The waffles came out cold, dry, and nearly inedible despite their deceiving plating. The texture was similar to that of cardboard or styrofoam. An Eggo would have made me happier than this $18 "waffle". If I am spending $30 on breakfast (waffle,mocha,&tip), I expect for it to be edible and the service to be somewhat decent which is sadly not what I experienced here. read more

Review is for weekend coffee and breakfast, only. I was visiting Martha's Vineyard for the first time this past summer and the name of this cafe sparked my curiosity. I had to check it out. It is literally located behind a bookstore. The entrance is a short alley way to the side of the bookstore. The cafe only offers outdoor seating but there is shelter on certain parts so you can still remain seated at some tables during the rain. The ambiance is really pretty, as if you are dining in a (hidden) garden. The cafe seems to set itself apart from the rest of town. It has a more modern vibe as oppose to the traditional old town feel. There is also a bar for alcohol so you can opt for a boozy lunch if you do not want caffeine. I came during breakfast time on a weekend and there was already decent crowd for eat-in and take out. Plenty of locals and tourists come here. While I enjoyed the ambiance very much, the food was overpriced. They offer simple breakfast items that you can find at most cafes such as avocado or smoked salmon toast, BLT, egg sandwich, pancakes, granola parfaits. To charge in the teens for such ordinary sandwiches or yogurt is not worth it. Coffee and food were good, but not for such a steep price. In essence, you are paying for the ambiance. Also, like other reviews say, the service was slow and food (a simple sandwich) took longer than expected to come out. For visitors, this place is worth visiting once to satisfy your curiosity and enjoy the ambiance. Then, go elsewhere for coffee and breakfast/lunch for the remaining part of your stay. read more

Behind The Bookstore - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

The Barista made us an incredible Duppio Macchiato Espresso like no other we've had before. Bravo to his coffee skills! read more

Behind The Bookstore - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

I ordered the fried grilled cheese sandwich. I only ate half cause I wanted to eat the rest later! That's how good it was!

Went for dinner with my family. Dinner was absolutely delicious (we ordered cod and sirloin dishes that were incredible). Service was super friendly and professional. Will definitely come back. read more

I loved everything about this place when we visited during a recent weekend on MV. Upon our arrival to the island our taxi driver (Milos, who was amazing) pointed it out as a great place for breakfast (pretty sure he said best on the island). Our first full day we stopped in for a coffee while shopping. Two others that I was traveling with ordered a Lavender Iced Latte made with Oatmilk. At first I thought that didn't sound appealing at all, but I decided to give it a try too. WOW, I was blown away. Best iced coffee beverage I ever tasted. As soon as I walked away I wished I had ordered another one to go. The next morning four of us went back for breakfast. Along with the breakfast sandwich i ordered I got my second Iced Lavender Latte, which was as good as the day before. Everyone in our party loved the food and atmosphere, and the service was excellent. The only improvement I could suggest is tableside ordering service. You have to order inside and then grab a table, and they bring the food out to you. That won't take away at all from my rating since I loved, loved, loved this place. I will be back. read more

Disappointed in dry chicken sandwich and hamburger... both served on dry brioche buns. Maybe Mondays aren't the best day for eating here... I felt like it was yesterday's leftovers at outrageously high prices. First time visitors & likely last time here ... 2 stars is probably just being generous. read more

Behind the Bookstore on Martha's Vineyard was amazing! Not only is it a cute space, but the food is delicious. The chef is doing some really creative things and it is worth making the trip to Martha's Vineyard just for her lobster roll, which is actually a rectangular pocket of a sandwich. You have to try it for yourself! read more

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Every time I come to the vineyard this is definitely a stop. The food is delicious but on the pricy end. The real star is the coffee. The barista has been there a while and knows how to make a good latte, cold brew, and drip. Expect to wait in line. But the atmosphere is enjoyable. read more

honestly? i'd say it's overpriced, though really the only place to get decent food in edgartown without having to go to a fine dining restaurant. I got the asian bowl, which for $22 a cup of rice with some veggies is not worth it at all. The wait time was insane, though i do get that it being 12:30pm and lunchtime it was just a coincidence, and i get that, though everyone was waiting for more than half an hour for their food. I waited for takeout for 40mins. That said I will say everyone there was super nice about it, they were apologizing, checking on my order, and were trying their best. Also, though it was not worth $22, it all turned out okay in the end, as for an apology for the wait time the owner gave me two free pastries AND THE FOOD OMG it was DELICIOUS. The sauces especially the asian sauce (peanut sauce) made it absolutely scrumptious. To sum it up food was good ngl but the place is definitely trying to earn as much money as they can while saving money by only hiring a few workers. read more

the ambiance is nice enough, if the price point were lower. but at these prices you would expect much better ambiance, service and better tasting food. as with most martha's vineyard businesses the summer staff is made up of inexperienced college students or young persons from abroad. there is one bathroom for the entire restaurant and staff and it's right by the kitchen so you get to see the chaos that is clearly happening behind the swinging doors. wish we hadn't wasted our time and especially our money at this place since it was a big disappointment all around. don't even get me started on the entrees... no flavor and over cooked. read more

Awful staff and food. During COVID everyone sitting on the back patio was maskless (as it should be) but if you were STANDING or WALKING in the outside back patio area you got yelled at for not wearing a mask. In other words, they were somehow under the impression that the virus behaved differently if you were either sitting or standing. Talk about a lack of critical thinking skills. The attitude really pushed it over the top, though. read more