A really nice coffee shop with plenty of character and good coffee. We ordered a few lattes and some baked goods. Both were excellent. We found a table and had our late, it was perfect. They also sell sandwiches and other baked gotta. The staff was very helpful, we will definitely go back. read more

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Caffe Nero was cool! Bougie vibe next to bougie places, and yet, it was highly affordable. The coffee was delicious and the pastries hit the spot.The staff was friendly and efficient. I would love to go back. read more

Whilst it's a commercial franchise, like Starbucks, it's not as good. Starbucks is clearly about coffee & that leading product is done well. Starbucks side items are actually quite good too. However, Cafe Nero starts off life with the word cafe. Cafe should mean good, fresh food. The food was not only 2 days old ( literally, yes I asked ) Twas limp, with a hint of 3 Kleenex thin leaves of prosciutto in the sandwich that did not even go to the 2 ends of the baguette. So I essentially paid 5 X the cost for a baguette, with prosciutto at $75 per lb, based on the actual weight of the Kleenex grade microscopic sheets . Service was slow but fine. However, I'm ALWAYS appalled when counter joints require you to 'respond to the tip question' before you can proceed to pay for the 12 second service. I ought to also add that the many poorly raised college kids were oblivious to others and there were at least 4 chairs serving as coat holders, while a few elderly people had to stand. I hate to say ... 'back when I was a college kid,' but it's relevant, we sat on our coats, never imagining to take a seat from another guest for our precious coat, ESPECIALLY, when elderly people were clearly standing, waiting for a seat. read more

Great prices and they serve everyone very fast!! I have been here at this location multiple times and they have free water, plenty of food options. I liked the oatmeal, there's a few different flavors. Also has a nice and clean bathroom, hard to find in the city!! read more

Caffè Nero - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great spot for quick coffee or breakfast. The latte was good, nothing too special, but the avocado toasts and bakery items were quite nice. The prices were very reasonable (for people from the west) and honestly the food quality is much better than expected. The service was fast and pretty nice. read more

Caffe Nero has great seating for doing work and studying, though most their food is average. Their pastries are great, muffins are moist, and cookies are warm and buttery. The tomato soup had great flavor and consistency, especially when paired with the grilled cheese. However, their breakfast sandwich was clearly a microwave sandwich, which was disappointing but still had decent flavor. I wouldn't recommend their coffee as it is bitter and expensive. Their matcha is notoriously bad as well. read more

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Delicious Cold Brew. Super smooth coffee. I had been walking around Boston all day, over 30k steps and counting. Busy day, right?!? I needed my coffee fix, and was told that this would be a great place to grab coffee. My friend who was giving me the tour doesn't drink coffee, but swore that it's a very popular joint and heard it's good coffee. I had him try my black coffee, and he enjoyed it as well. Didn't get a chance to check out their pastries. I had already planned to walk down the street to grab a donut. I know, I'm a fatty. The place has a very old, vintage, hipster feel. It's quite dark inside and a bit stuffy actually. It was busy inside and a lot of people were in there reading and using their laptops. It's very difficult to escape the heat and humidity. On this particular day it was raining, so people were inside hiding from that. read more

Caffè Nero - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great Cafe and coffee shop. Very quaint and homey with a fireplace. Coffee is delicious. They have a nice assortment of bakery items and sandwiches. read more

Caffè Nero - Seating area - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Super cool space! As you enter, there are a few booths to the left and then there are communal tables to your right. Loved the handwritten menu in chalk, but it was a tad busy. With a few illustrations that left no negative space for the eyes to rest easy upon, I had to take some time to observe/read the menu haha All I really wanted was to satisfy a small sweet tooth after dinner. I didn't have too much of an appetite, so my friend and I split a berry "cheesecake" while she had the Summer Delight tea. The cake slice was a decent portion but not your standard cheesecake. It was more a yellow cake with a bavarian cream in between each layer. Not bad and was light enough to satisfy without filling me up much. The Summer Delight smelled amazing and you can ask for a hot water refill if you choose. Free of charge, but pending on how long you've steeped the tea, the flavor may not be as strong. Either way, it was a chill spot to hang at and seems like a neat place to study in or do some work. read more

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Very very very cute place! Mocha Frappe, Almond Milk Latte and Almond Cream Cake were very delicious! read more

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Caffè Nero is just Starbucks and you can't convince me otherwise. Seriously, if you look around at the beverages they offer, the sad, weird-looking pastries and sandwiches, the prices, and the carefully curated "rustic" furniture, you'll realize this is literally just a Starbucks by any other name. Sure, they have a fancy Italian espresso machine, but the espresso drinks just don't taste that good. My almond milk latte (~$4.50 for a medium) had two shots of espresso and very little flavor. I do appreciate that they open at 7am on the weekend, while other South End coffee shops get a later start at 9-10am. The fireplace is a nice feature for those cold Boston days. The employee behind the counter was also fast and friendly--no complaints there. But ultimately I'm sad to see another local cafe (Francesca's) fall to this European Starbucks knockoff. read more

I was strolling around the area when I came across this location and stopped in to get some work done. It's small inside but I found a comfy seat in the back with ease. The space is very cozy, or shall I say hygge? There's a fireplace and all of the furniture has a rustic edge. The counter is filled to the brim with cakes and treats, all very hard to resist. I went up not knowing what I wanted to order and the barista recommended their seasonal special, which was a hot chocolate latte at the time. It came with tiny pieces of candy canes on top. The barista was looking for the whipped cream to put on top for a while before realizing they ran out. Because the whipped cream was the drink's highlight, he gave me the drink on the house. I argued with him but he insisted. How sweet! Now that is amazing service. It was a win-win. I actually had an excuse to NOT get whipped cream AND I got the drink for free. I would give my experience an A++++++ but unfortunately I took a seat next to a man who was half asleep and coughing the entire time he was there. That's not on Caffè Nero, though. Word of advice: when someone's openly coughing in your space during flu season, find another spot to sit. Immediately. Anyway, I will absolutely be back for more. Thank you again for your generous service! read more

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This is the kind of place a manly, homosexual lumbersexual contractor would design. The wood floors and intentionally worn look of the walls and furniture give this place a rustic but hipster log-cabin look that would make it perfect for dates. I used to mock the coffee date for being not a real date but that's not true. Behind a dumpster can be a date if you remember to bring the chloroform. Joking, of course. I don't condone dates in which Chris Hansen might be necessary to set you straight. Meeting a date in a non-traditional location allows you to be more off-the-cuff than if you were in a restaurant. There's nothing I hated more than sitting across the table from a girl like we were Detective Benson and a pedophile in 'SVU.' A non-traditional location can also introduce enough uncertainty to force your date to show their true colors. My buddy goes on a couple of dates every week and chooses the spot based on the vibe he gets from the girl. Unsure about the jittery vibe from one girl, he decided to feel her out at a coffee shop. They got their coffee and lined up at the register. He paid for his coffee and stepped aside so the line could progress. She shot him a sharp look and said, "Aren't you going to pay for my coffee??" *short pause* "Nope." I want you to bow down to my brother-from-a-pearly-white-mother for striking a blow to the entitled, whether that's women who expect a $1,000 date or men who expect to get laid before dessert. Mind you, my broseph would have happily paid for coffee, a croissant, and the Uber ride home if she had been nice about it. But the bitchy entitlement of the girl made him determined not to spend a dime on her. So my advice to you is to choose Caffè Nero for your coffee date and don't assume you have to pay for her. You have plenty of time to pick up little expenses here and there when you guys are dating. Your only obligation is to pick up dinner and a movie. While you're here, order the latte. It's one of the best lattes I've ever had for the simple reason that both its key ingredients, the coffee and the namesake milk, are as tasty as they could possibly be. The milk is thick and has a whole, creamy taste to it. It just makes for a better beverage. I'm a 1% man at home for health reasons but I'll happily drink whole milk at a coffee shop. I'm Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Udders. The coffee doesn't just taste like a reheated frappuccino that's been sitting in an airtight bottle for eight hours. It tastes like the beans were ground, heated to unlock their very deepest essence, and then thrown immediately into my mug. The innermost bite of the coffee bean dancing in tune with the creaminess of the milk is what makes even a simple drink like the latte great. It made my ability to work so much better knowing that this delicious pick me up was at my elbow. It made it even easier to work knowing that I had three whole hours of free Wi-Fi and plenty of outlets everywhere in case I wanted to move. I like sitting at the big table in the middle because there are outlets under the table and it gives me the chance to interact with people. But there's a few armchairs, a couple of booths, several seats along the floor-to-ceiling windows, and a few smaller tables. I love this place and even though I'm off the market, I'm going to come back and treat myself to a creamy latte, perhaps even a decaf latte if I stay late. And I won't expect anyone to pay for it, not Mexico or Miss K, though the latter is usually nice enough to offer. read more

Caffè Nero - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

It's a coffee shop. The coffee was very good and the breakfast sandwiches seemed fresh, Half the staff was friendly and the other needed a day off! I'm guessing it was a tough day, but that is not my problem. read more

I don't really get the whole Caffè Nero and Boston Thing. Why are they everywhere? Why are they so busy? You know something is seriously wrong when Starbucks is actually the occasional sight for sore eyes. The coffee here is legitimately bad from beginning to end, starting from beans that are roasted to oblivion (I purchased a bag to brew at home just to make sure, but I could barely finish more than a cup's worth), all the way to espresso drinks that are half tasteless foam no matter what you ordered (latte? try some more foam). And the food is SO expensive for what you get (mostly some variation on a stale sandwich). Sadly, this is the only coffee shop around this particular area, so I put up with it. But ... Boston, why have you let this happen to yourself? Is it a self-esteem thing? Are you okay? read more

Liked the place to have a good coffee of your choice and a dessert.. Sitting around the place and also on the road side.. Enjoyed the place to sit and finish the work and coffee tasting was better than other near places.. Liked to stop almost every day I was here read more

Caffè Nero - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The worst cafe i have ever seen. Every time i order food comes burnt and hard. Or different order. If i order a iced coffee they will send me a hot coffee or with cows milk. They only have 1 staff most of the time and always does everything wrong. Super disappointed. I don't know how they run a business like that. read more

Great atmosphere, played good music that wasn't too loud! Good selection of coffee and foods. Had an iced (cold brew) coffee - was very good. My friend had a panini that looked really good - he reported it tasted as good as it looked. Good amount of seating to study or to do work. Smaller than the one downtown, but has been less packed than the one on Washington. read more

A very cute and cozy cafe with coffee, tea, and pastries. On the Sunday afternoon that I visited, it seemed like most of the clientele there were either studying or working. I just stopped by for a quick caffeine boost (solo macchiato). The service was quick, the baristas were kind, and the coffee was good. Everything I want in a cafe :) read more

This review is for the pastries: I ordered three pastries to share with friends: 1. Pumpkin bread: I thought it was really dry and not as moist as most pastry breads should be. There was little to no pumpkin flavor within the bread. This was probably my least favorite 2. Palmier: Their palmiers are very big. I liked this one a lot more however it was lacking some crisp to it. The sweetness was just enough though. 3. Apple coffee cake: This was the best out of all the three I tried. It was soft, moist and buttery. It contains apple slices within which I appreciate. However, it didn't wow me that much. It was delicious no doubt! I just think that I've tried better coffee cakes Overall, I think the pastry is lacking at this cafe. I'll have to come back and try their cold brew and drinks since it seems like those are typically a popular choice there. Plus, I love the environment. It's very quiet and homey. I love how they installed fire pits for customers to lounge around. read more

Caffè Nero - Having pastries in front of an open fire. From left to right: Apple coffee cake, palmier, and pumpkin bread slice - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Typical "hipster-ish" place you'll find in the South End of Boston - heavy emphasis on the "hipster-ish" quotations. Coffee is great in that it doesn't have a million calories like the Starbucks specialty drinks or that it's not some crappy randomly poured Dunkin'. No worries - I spent countless dollars on both Dunkin and Starbucks. I'm a true fan of "finding places in Boston that doesn't remind you that you're in Boston" and this is one of them. read more

Caffè Nero - Finer things in life - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Apple walnut scone: delicious Latte: delicious Ambience: cozy and cool Staff: super friendly, quick, nice, accommodating, friendly The only reason this isn't 5 stars is because the options are mostly baked goods, a couple filled croissants, a granola bowl, and add-hot-water oatmeal. I'd love steel cut oats or granola and fruit and yogurt or something along those lines. read more

Caffè Nero - Latte and coffee cake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Best coffee shop around! It may be a chain, but they have wonderful coffee (all sorts!), FRESH sandwiches, and delicious pastries. WAY better than Starbucks, who I've been telling for years that they need to upgrade their sweets. Caffè Nero is totally worth the extra money!!! read more

Caffè Nero - Cafe latte! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

One of my favorite coffee shops to work in in the South End. It's also open pretty late, which makes it a good spot for people who are looking for dessert, an after dinner coffee/tea, or students studying into the night. I think that Caffe Nero has the best cold brew, and isn't that expensive either. Their almond milk lattes and cappuccinos are also good; they have tea for people who aren't into coffee but those are from tea bags, so are less special. It's a good spot to study or chill; they also have outdoor seating on nice days. read more

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Really nice, relaxing, rustic cafe. Good place to get some work done or read a book. Lattes were amazing and they had some good options for tea. Workers were honest and personable, making sure you get exactly what you want. Clean, with a good selection at the self serve bar to add the final fixings to your drinks. Loved sitting by the mini fire place, chatting with friends for a few hours. read more

Disappointed with the cappuccino I ordered but the price (2.80) made me feel slightly better. I've had worst drinks for 3-4 dollars at other ritzy coffee shops. But I did come here to study. The atmosphere is very relaxing and good for that. The food selection is also promising. Homey and warm overall but they could improve the coffee. read more

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Overpriced, sweets are good, coffee mediocre but the people are nice and the ambiance is chill to do work. Pay them a visit

I absolutely love this rustic and cozy caffè! It is my favorite place to spend time reading/writing. The staff are sooo professional, welcoming and friendly. I always enjoy what I eat/drink there (although I have not tried everything obviously) read more

Not a fan of chains but this cafe Nero is a great spot to hang out for the afternoon. Especially in cold Boston winters. Display case and chain vibe in the entrance is quickly forgotten with a good cup of coffee and cozy environment to relax in. read more

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I needed a quick coffee fix. So my friends and I walked in to this café before heading to our brunch spot. I have to say I loooooooove rustic, comfy cafes. Yes Dunkin and Starbucks are cool, but it's about small cafes that let me experience the area I'm visiting. This place has the wooden tables, mismatched chairs, bricked walls, central fire place and chalkboard written menus. There's so much to order from coffees to pasteries to sandwiches. I stayed basic since I was going to eat afterwards, so I went for a Vanilla latte. It tasted good, not anything special. The only con about this place is that it doesn't have a lot of seating. It's cozy but kinda cramped too. Overall it's a cute place, love the vibe. read more

Been to this spot countless times. It's in a perfect location and has a great outdoor seating section for the good weather! The food and coffee matches that of any other Caffe Nero... The pre-made sandwiches are decent (I like the one with fig!). The cold brew and regular coffee are both very good. I would say however that the lattes here are never great. There is very little time the baristas take to create them. Most turn out a little tart and never have a great appearance. Also you should know that the seating inside is pretty small and fills up as this is a big study/ work station hub for the area. You get three free hours of wi-fi! Ultimately, if you're in need of a coffee shop study spot in the south end this place is tough to beat. Good outlet situation and open till 9:00pm. Check it out if you're on Tremont! read more

This place is a great addition to the area (although I wish it was a fitness studio instead) but it's fucking adorable. Way better than Francesca's which used to be cash only (#sketch). The good: +GREAT service +excellent Americanos +free wireless +gorgeous windows overlooking the street and south end +not too expensive +10 purchase coffee card where you get a free drink +nice vibe, gorgeous space, beautiful area of the neighborhood. Will for sure be back! food looks great, too, although i just had an iced drink. read more

This is a very nice addition to the neighborhood. The ambiance is great with lots of cool old books and old chairs. There is also a really nice terrace with lots of tables, although the table we sat at was a little wobbly. I was excited to try the much advertised lavender latte after the woman ahead of me in line raved about it. However, it was a little too sweet for my liking. Glad I tried it, but would not get it again. The banana bread, aside from a tasty sugar topping was pretty average. I'd also not get that again. However, I really liked the ambiance and the service was super nice, so I'd go back here and enjoy the place but would get a regular coffee drink. Also, I was really impressed with how clean the bathrooms were! Not something that's expected at a coffee place. read more

After it's soft and unsuccessful opening, Caffe Nero has risen to the top of my South End Favorite Cafe's. The interior design is welcoming and there are numerous "stations" to pant yourself with a computer or a group of your best buds. The ice coffee is dark and rich and tasty. There is no charge for Almond Milk - just ask and they will retrieve the milk for you in the fridge behind the counter. I was discouraged by the pre-made sandwiches, but I guess it's that type of chain. When I ordered a BLT, I asked for the bacon to be well done and crispy. I was told it's pre-made and not necessarily crispy. The honest feedback is appreciated. Staff are friendly and aren't afraid to engage with you. If you want a sandwich stick to 570 Market, Flour, or Wholly Grain - they make their sandwiches from scratch! Yummy too. read more

When I'm in town I don't miss a chance to have my cappuccino!! Love this place, cool decor and atmosphere!! read more

Caffè Nero - Delish!!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came to the South end neighborhood to try a brunch spot that we found on yelp, which happened to already be closed for brunch Having slept in late on this lazy Sunday, I missed my morning Americano and instead of making a beeline for the Starbucks directly in front of our parking spot, decided to find a little local coffee shop instead to give my business to. I only frequent Starbucks due to convenience, not for quality of product. Cafe Nero was busy and had plenty of people scattered around enjoying their lattes over books, laptops and conversation. I ordered an Americano and the woman at the register was very nice. My coffee was very smooth and balanced and the flavor was much better than Starbucks! A perfect cup of hot goodness on a cold and windy day. Yum! read more

Caffè Nero - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This place has friendly customers, nice soul food. And a great quiet environment. Really love it here! Although, was a bit disappointed that they did not have the books to read while you were here at this location. read more

This is my favorite Caffe Nero location because it is cozy and nicely decorated with a chill vibe to it. My two favorite drinks here, hands down: chai latte, mango/strawberry-banana smoothie. I had their strawberry-banana smoothie today and like always, there was the right amount of little ice bits in it to balance out the smoothie's consistency. The flavors were so prominent- I was definitely able to taste both the strawberry and the banana. It was harmonious and so, so good. The workers are quite nice and the service is prompt. Makes for a good experience! read more

Caffè Nero - Strawberry banana smoothie and chai latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I was there on Saturday (2/16), and the workers were really rude - they'd talk about customers while working, and the way they greeted customers were just ridiculous. It's a good study/work spot but they opened the windows because it was hot for the baristas due to poor ventilation but all the customers were freezing... Would not go back to this location. read more

Very welcoming place. Cozy and cute place for a chat with friends. Great selection of drinks and pastries. read more

Caffè Nero - Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts