I first found out about Butternut Bakehouse from my wife who had stopped by a couple of days after opening and picked up a few random things -- including the broccoli quiche. I have to say - I've had a lot of quiche (not proud) in my life, but this one was by far the best quiche Ive eaten. As silly as this may sound, all quiche is not the same. There are massive differences in taste, texture, consistency, etc. This place seems to make it truly perfectly (and from a few more orders - also consistently). A couple of weeks later we walked by the place at lunch and decided to stop in. Other than picking up the broccoli quiche :), I picked up their veggie lunch sandwich. It was made up of whipped feta, tomato jam, herb slaw, sprouts, carrots, and lettuce. One thing that stood out to me almost immediately is how juicy and flavorful it was. From my past experiences at Kickstand (down a few streets), I did not expect that a sandwich can be this flavorful. But more importantly *not* dry -- this is something that really frustrates me about Kickstand. We ended up picking up a second veggie sandwich to split since the first one was so good. I have to say, I am really impressed at the quality of the food so far. Definitely a place we will stop by more often. The only hard part is the hours, but, it's a bakery so this is to be expected. read more

Butternut Bakehouse - The broccoli quiche is the best quiche Ive had to date. Couldn't stop to take a picture until I got this far :) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Massachusetts

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they made the worst matcha latte I've ever had. bitter chemical aftertaste, not mixed properly so I could feel the powder sliding down my throat. I had to add a sugar packet and stir it just to make it barely tolerable. Overpriced, and poor quality. do not recommend read more

Great bakery! We love walking to get butternut for a treat. Be sure to get a morning bun, if they have it, a cretzel, and a couple extra things for later. You'll be happy you did! The one thing that I'm a bit hesitant on is their drinks. We've tried a few drinks ... the hot coffee I think is the best. Their iced drinks (coffee, tea, iced mocha, iced chai, etc.) were all "crafted well" but did not taste as good as you would expect. I'm not sure how better to explain it, but I usually take the money that I'd spend on a drink and buy another pastry or a slice of cake. read more

I have been going to this bakery since the beginning of COVID. You can't go wrong with anything you order here. I've tried their morning buns which are cinnamon rolls. Two different kinds of scones, jam barley and vegan chocolate chip. I've also had apple cake and more. Visit early for the best selection. Currently, you can go inside and order. They have also expanded their coffee menu with seasonal offerings. I'm looking forward to trying a a lavender latte. read more

Hands down the best bakery anywhere around in the area! I have sampled almost everything on Suzana's menu at this point and it is all honestly just so fantastic. The staff is lovely, every morsel is to die for. Please try it for yourself. There's a reason there's always a line out the door most days. read more

This was my first time going and plan to keep coming back. They had so many delicious options and the staff were really friendly as well. I really enjoyed the morning bun and the chocolate chip cookie. But I definitely want to return for the pizza and some of the other exciting looking treats! read more

Butternut Bakehouse is my happy place. The Morning Bun is like a cross between a cinnamon roll and a croissant, but the best of both. Get there early because they sell out! Literally everything I have tried here is delicious. Today I tried the za'atar cream cheese croissant and I'm obsessed. Butternut can do no wrong in my eyes. read more

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Best bakery in Arlington. Croissants done just right - flaky and crispy on the outside, buttery and soft inside. The croissant dough focaccia pizzas are bomb as well - different toppings each time, go early to grab a slice. read more

So far so good! This coffee shop is around the corner from where I had many prenatal visits, so I would occasionally stop to grab an on-the-go bite and a latte. I am a stan for a small-business coffee shop and love it even more when I see the 10+ staff members working tirelessly to make coffees and delicious fresh baked goods all morning. Butternut over corporate coffee shops all day. read more

I had the crumble bar (blueberry and peach) which was packed with fruit. For $4 it is a real value because the bar was huge! My chai tea latte was delicious as well. Friendly and fast customer service. read more

Best pastries and everything about is amazing I go here at least every week or 2 ! And every time I come here I always feel satisfied! I'm very happy that this bakery house is here great service and ambience :) I do have 1 suggestions please make more or an equal amount of vegan pastries read more

Best iced mocha I've ever had! Lots of choices, ranging in different flavors and pastries! Grab a box to bring to a gathering of friends, or treat yourself! Currently take orders from front door, so can only order to go. read more

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I picked up an order today - I am a frequent patron - and sunk my teeth into virgin territory. I ravaged the Monkey Bread and am delighted to say I'm no longer a virgin. I want to applaud your offerings which I think are without peer. You've never disappointed and I can't wait to a post-pandemic, dystopian-universe when I can leisurely indulge inside with a cup of coffee to wash down all your delectable items. One note is that I consider myself an expert in what constitutes the ideal palmier. Though the nature of the ideal is that it can never be fully embraced, yours is about as close as it comes. Thanks for being an essential member of my extended community. Steve L. Medford, MA read more

Having worked at a food company which also taught professional courses, I have eaten a substantial amount of fine pastries, breads, dessert, and viennoiseries over the years. Butternut bake house serves some of the best I have had. Me and my wife tried a couple of sweet and savory items from butternut and they have been amazing. Our favorite items are the croissants (the danish and almond) unbelievably flaky and buttery goodness, the surprising one was a pizza bread ( I didn't think we would like it), my son claimed the chocolate cookie, It was soft, chocolatey, and fluffy but not cakey with a slight crust. read more

I got an assortment of things from them on a Saturday afternoon, and everything I tried was tasty, but their Jam Bun was definitely my favorite. It has a yummy house-made raspberry jam with cream cheese baked into the middle of it, and omg it was drool-worthy good. I will definitely be coming back for that alone, but I will obviously buy a ton of other things while I'm there, because they make quality baked goods. The servers were super friendly, and street parking is a easier in this area, so that's enough to bring me back as well. read more

I have only tried three things so far but all have been 10/10. The egg sandwich is a masterpiece. Cheddar jalapeño scone is just the right balance of fatty and spicy. The chocolate chip cookie, sadly broke in the bag so no photo, but is in the top three of all time. Super friendly, very safe during Covid-19 times. I will be return to try more next month. read more

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Best bakery in Arlington HANDS DOWN!! You can't go wrong with the croissant or the morning bun! read more

Fantastic bakery! Wide array of offerings and although I have not tried them all, here are some I have: Morning bun: The best morning bun in the Boston metro area! Moist, sugary, caramelized sugary on the outside and good lamination. Out of the several times I have ordered a morning bun, it was rather dry once and therefore less appetizing. Everything croissant: savory, good lamination with just the right amount of cream cheese. The pastry is a bit underdone underneath the cream cheese dollop but overall very tasty! Focaccia pizza: always delicious and variety of toppings every day! Kaya donut: I cannot say, as the donut I received lacked any filling so it was just a husk of fried dough. :( I attempted to contact the bakery but did not receive a response. Apple Fritter: delicious but quite greasy (maybe to be expected). Too heavy for my taste but the flavors were excellent and you could taste the bits of apple pieces. Afternoon bun: not to my taste at all. Not sure if it was the filling or something else. The most disappointing item I have tried. Overall, a great bakery and I will be returning many times! read more

Such a cute little place! It's quite small so not much seating, but there are a few tables. Street parking only. I've been here several times and everything I've tried has been delicious. They have a pretty wide selection of sweet and savory pastries, but it's typically quite busy so if you are looking for something specific I would recommend getting there early. Coffee is also good. All the staff is super friendly as well :) read more

Our new fav almond croissant... and we have a lot.. it is sexy and crunchy and flakey and unctuous. The whole place has a clean, micro bakery vibe that draws you in. I live for the blueberry cream cheese pastry and savory biscuit. I also love they have pup treats for my kids. We live to walk their in Saturday and sit out front. They have also brought us delicious joy during this quarantine. Can't wait to try our Easter treat from them. read more

Butternut Bakehouse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Massachusetts

If I could give this place more than 5 stars, I would. This is the best bakery in Arlington. Get the breakfast with egg, cheese, and smoked paprika butter on house-made ciabatta. Also, best croissants south of Quebec. read more

Love the new Belmont location! Best breakfast sandwich in the area. The cardamom bun was delicious too.

Ordered quiche, hand pies and assorted pastries for a party. everything was of highest quality and everyone raved. Chocolate in every bite of chocolate croissant, quiche gorgeous and delicious, hand pies perfectly flavored. Very easy to work with, dedicated to doing it right. read more

Fairly new to the area. Walked past lines waiting to order in the past. The Babka Knot I got was delicious, flaky and buttery. The woman who served it was just plain unfriendly. She really ruined my good mood. They're also a little pricey. I won't be returning. There are plenty of other places to get similar fare. read more

Stopped by for an iced mocha and a chocolate croissant. The chocolate croissant was flaky and buttery and one of the best I've had in the area! The iced mocha was silky and perfect. There's not much seating but most people tend to grab and go anyways. Check this place out if you're in the area! read more

Delicious croissants! A tad pricy for the area but they are very big. The cheese ham and cheese croissant was a hit. The chocolate in the chocolate croissant was a bit too sweet but the pastry itself was perfect. We'll definitely be back to try the regular croissant and babka! read more

Great baked goods, quiches, soups, deserts, cakes. Have yet to have something less than delightful. Great source for fresh flavorful challah on Fridays. Also make solid lattes and one of the better matcha lattes around (comparable to what I was able to get in Japan). Has been a good place for me to work remotely from, free WiFi and outlets are around. Staff is friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, and all around swell. This will be my go to place. read more

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Amazing bakehouse. I enjoyed probably the best ham and cheese croissant I have ever tasted here. It's cool to see the baked goods being made right behind the counter. There were so many great looking pastries in their case as well. I can't wait to go back and try more. There are an abundance of bakeries along this stretch of Mass Ave between Lexington and Arlington. A lot of good options but this one might be the beat of them all. read more

Love this place, clean and neat and mouth watery deserts. Its a joy to visit everyone is friendly and everything is homemade with the freshest ingredients. read more

Breakfast sandwich with paprika was fantastic. Great coffee. Super friendly service and calming decor. I look forward to returning.

Almost a 5. Small so can get backed up. Coffee was excellent. I had the chocolate croissant- the croissant part was excellent. Flakey, flavorful. Only issue was they skimped on the chocolate. I know it's a balance, but I shouldn't have to hunt for the chocolate in a chocolate croissant, especially at the higher than average price. So close! read more

Best bakery, better than Tatte, flour. Everything is fresh made. Everything is heavenly taste. Can't wait to see it has more options for sandwiches and coffee read more

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Butter certainly belongs in the first name of this Jason Heights, Arlington Bakery. Most of the délectables are founded on their buttery rich croissant pastry dough. Our visit was on a Sunday, when their almond croissant was featured. How lucky were we? The filling was fantastic and the bake was layered from near creamy in the center to the crispy flakiness of the outer crust. Also, behind the glass were many savory choices like a delicious cauliflower curry hand pie, an everything bagel seasoned croissant with cream cheese, and a sun dried tomato/chive scone. Still the star is their traditional croissant, they might just save you a trip to le Boulangerie Viennoise, 92 rue de Richelieu. read more

I spent $30 (included tip) for 5 croissants. The almond one was tasty but baked a bit too hard so every bite resulted in flying shards everywhere. The chocolate croissant and ham and cheese one were average. The cinnamon morning croissant like bun was also over baked so was dry eating. The everything croissant was yummy. Big annoyance is the staffer stuffed (and I mean stuffed) all 5 croissants into one bag so everything tasted like garlic and onion from the everything croissant. I felt a bit ripped off from the experience but giving a generous 3 stars for the everything croissant. Would only recommend if you are right there and need something to eat immediately. Expensive for the quality and service. read more

Most mornings it is a line, but usually short a fast moving! The wait, if there is one, is worth it!!! I've been there about 5-6 times since discovering it and I keep returning because no matter what I get it turns out to be perfectly DELICIOUS!!! If you are a fan of real food and a real bakery - this is the place! read more

Love the baked goods here-- our go-to place when we're in the mood for a decadent breakfast!

Amazing baked goods and great coffee! My 7 year old son is also obsessed and wrote the attached review read more

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This place is really really good! They have a lot of fun croissants, I got one with potatoes on top. I would suggest ordering online and picking it up because there was a long line in the morning and due to labor shortages, they were also short staffed, but definitely worth the wait. Their sweets were also really delicious, I need to go back and buy loaves of bread. read more

Just tried this place, and specifically the morning bun, for the first time. I'll be back. Soon.

If you are getting gluten free options like the chocolate torte -- ask if it's fresh. Mine was positively stale and I unfortunately had to throw it away. I think their turnover on the gluten free stuff is not that fast. I truly recommend all of their regular desserts and pizzas. read more