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    Café 26

    4.1 (381 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    CAFÉ 26 ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for working

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    Classic Breakfast Plate (2 eggs, sausage, potatoes, whole wheat bread, salad)
    Samantha G.

    ***Opened 4th of Jul 2025*** We arrived around 8:30 AM. The restaurant was busy when we were there, but not as much as we'd expected for the holiday, thankfully! We were seated right away. Ambiance: plenty of tables for people to grab a sit down meal. However, there were plenty of people that ordered to-go at the counter as well! Food: The breakfast was good. Plenty of food. My husband really enjoyed the breakfast potatoes and how they were seasoned.

    Breakfast Burger Combo
    Renee N.

    This little gem may be small but it's mighty. Well worth the wait and service was great! The Breakfast Burger was too legit to quit and the potatoes were chef's kiss! I also had an iced coffee that did not disappoint.

    tuna melt, french toast, coffee, and a mint lemonade!
    Leilani S.

    Beautiful little hole in the wall restaurant! I've been eating around Boston for the last four years and never knew this place was here. I love that everything is halal; it really brings a peace of mind during selection as someone with certain dietary restrictions. Everyone here is so kind and our server was extremely attentive. Can't wait to come back!

    eggs Benedict

    Great service, didnt have to wait long when busy. the food was filling and coffee was

    Classic Breakfast Plate
    Caroline S.

    Cozy diner in the heart of downtown. The space is tight, but the food is tasty and at a good price. They serve classic breakfast and brunch dishes, my favorite being the potatoes and the strawberry smoothie! Overall, it's a solid and no frills dining location. Felt very homey and had a good experience!

    Salmon Avo Toast
    Chris C.

    We went here for brunch on a Saturday. With a party of 2, we were seated at a table, which was smaller than the other surrounding tables. I ordered the Classic Breakfast Plate. None of the food was seasoned except the home fries. There was no dressing on the salad. I had more issues with the service. The server did not get us water until after the bill came. After paying the bill via credit card, i was surprised to see on my receipt that there was an option to save money on the bill if you paid by cash. The server did not mention this to us at all. My plate was $15, as there was a $2 charge for sausage. Portion sizes felt small. I had also tried the Peach on the Block smoothie, and it was too sweet.

    Me and my wife have a good time the best place.

    I want to do a review of Café 26 as the best place for breakfast in Boston. The service, flavor, and staff treatment are 5-star. Everything is fresh, even down to the smallest details--everything prepared exactly how you ask, and their recommendations are a dream. A warm, family-friendly atmosphere. % recommend . Tg !!!!!!

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    Sebastian C.

    Excellent food (the shakshouka is really nice - and there is hot sauce on the table to take it from white bread to yes!) very attentive and friendly staff and the pricing is spot on ! We'll be back

    Western Omelette PlateWestern
    Simone P.

    Such a great alternative to Cafe Bonjour. We took a chance since the line was so long across the street and we were not disappointed. The food was great and so were the prices. We got an omelette and shashuka and both were tasty and very healthy portions. I also got an iced oat latte which was really delicious.

    Western Omelette Plate and Pancakes Plate
    Emilia R.

    I almost did not eat here, but I am so happy I did. The food was fantastic and the service was so fast! They offer a wide variety of breakfast items. They were a little expensive, but I found it to be worth it. My western omelette was so tasty and cheesy ( a must for an omelette). The pancakes were crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. The potatoes came from a well seasoned grill! You can taste it. I was a little upset when they left the door open to air out the smoke from a burnt meal, it was 20 degrees out! I was freezing while I was eating. Besides this minute detail, I was very satisfied with my meal from this tiny eatery.

    mocha latte
    Keerthi D.

    Cafe 26 is a great last minute brunch find if you're looking to eat downtown. This restaurant is located near the downtown crossing T stop and there is usually little to no wait. The ambiance is medium casual and there's a wide variety of brunch options on the menu. The inside is a little crowded so I wouldn't recommend going in a group more than 3. The food quality is medium, but it's worth the price. I tried the chicken melt, which came with a side salad. I enjoyed the portion and the flavor was good with the aioli. My mocha latte tasted really good and there was really pretty art on top! Also, our waiter was really nice and service was really quick. Additionally, they take Apple Pay and can split the check easily.

    Licked clean
    Corey H.

    Food was gas and proportions were great. The potatoes were so good my toes started curling

    Pancakes Breakfast Plate and Western Omelette

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    Coffee here was just ok. Took about 15 minutes to cool down. Almost served boiling. The turkey sandwich was so so. I would not go back here.

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    9 years ago

    Uninspiring... ordered the Shakshuka with chicken which came out over cooked and crunchy. Omelette came out cold.

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    9 years ago

    Tasty savory crepes, and friendly service! Fresh ingredients, never frozen chicken :)

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    9 years ago

    Great cafe. The staff that work here are so nice and each dish is prepared with love.

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    11 years ago

    Overcharged an order and then didn't fill the order properly. Never will go there again. Horrible service .

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    Went out this morning in the snow for a nice coffee and pastry to take in some fresh air and…read moredecided on flour bakery + cafe. I do not go out for coffee much anymore due to the convenience and cost effectiveness of a Breville and am often frustrated paying over $5 for mediocre coffee, but flour cafe was not in this boat. Their cappuccino had the balance of flavor and aesthetic for a pleasant drink for my wife and I. Even better was the fact that these drinks were served by someone with a warm spirit and smile.. hard to get great service these days. Also, I am not eating flour until March but my wife said the ham and cheese croissant was incredible: generous portion of ham and cheese, baked to perfection, and not too bread(y). This is a great place to stop (in a beautiful residential area too).

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    Pastries inside
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    Entry display case with menu boards.
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    We stopped at Caffe Vittoria during a food tour and we were lucky that a reservation was made and…read morewe had a table set aside for our group. As we walked in, we were met with the great aroma of coffee and baked goods. The place was very busy and there were a lot of staff moving around and customers having conversations or in line to order take out. We sat in a separate area downstairs and we were the only guests there. It was somewhat dark but it was private and there were bathrooms downstairs. We tried their tiramisu that was one of the bests I've ever tried. We also ordered their pistachio martini that was a super treat as it also had pistachio gelato. Their cappuccino made me want a second one. I am coming back to this place next time that I visit the North End!

    This used to be a nice spot to get a coffee and pastry. However, I feel the quality has declined…read more The cappuccino didn't taste like there was even espresso in there. Faint enough that it seems like the coffee grounds were used a few times... the rum cake was okay. It tasted commercially made. Unfortunate because I used to enjoy a coffee and pastry here. The workers were nice but the quality just isn't meeting nearby bakeries... Tables and menus were a bit sticky / dirty and could benefit being wiped down more

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    2nd floor - main floor with the cashier.
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