Lovely Pastry shop in Winchester, with some more offerings…read more This place is one part pastry shop, one part charcuterie shop, one part wine shop and one part European market. It's open and airy. They have seating in the back. The pastries were so good. Looking forward to trying more stuff there. They also have coffee and specialty drinks they make. The cheese and meat area is a separate counter with all your charcuterie needs. The cheeses looked so good. There are meats as well. Beyond that is a little nook of wine and spirits. The front of the store in like a little European market. They have oils and candies and sauces. This place is great for pastry but I would come before hosting a party to get wine, charcuterie and pastry all in one place. Love everything about this place. Service was awesome. Staff so friendly.

Wanted to love this place. Came around 1:30 on a Sunday. Not busy at all. Nothing in the pastry…read morewindow but a large quiche and mediocre looking macarons. Got a matcha latte, was served in a to-go cup. Took about 15 minutes to get despite there being no other customers waiting for anything (slow service). Latte was mediocre. All in all, not worth the drive for me.

I needed to kill time while my son was taking a driving lesson in Winchester. It's not really worth…read moredriving home to sit there for 15 minutes and I'll drive back to pick him up. Decided to stop into the local caffe Nero in Winchester. As far as chain goes, this is a very small location, but still retains the airy industrial eclectic feel of a warehouse filled with combination of rustic furniture and your grandparents antique stuffed chairs and a fireplace that belongs in a log cabin. I like to say it still has cozy vibes and is conducive to enjoying a lengthy conversation with your friends. There were two people at the counter and the one who served me was polite, but also seemed pretty tired. I am guessing I arrived at the end of her long holiday Monday shift. I did not stop her from making my oatmilk matcha latte with love and artistry. I know countertop with my laptop and free Wi-Fi with USB ports and electric sockets available for free (or for the price of a coffee or tea). It's loud in here, but I will put in my headphones and get into flow until I need to pick my son up. Thank you, Caffè Nero. This is exactly what I needed.

Cafe Nero is a little overpriced. Thirteen dollars for a 16oz latte and an almond croissant stands…read moreout, especially when The Bagel Bar across the street would charge roughly half. I understand that prices are what they are now, but it's still something you notice. Even so, I stopped in, and overall, I'm glad I did. The almond croissant was genuinely very good. The almond flavor was present and clear without being overpowering or overly sweet, which is harder to pull off than it sounds. It tasted fresh and well-made, not like an afterthought sitting under glass all day. The sugar-free caramel latte was also solid--creamy, rich, and well-balanced. It didn't taste watered down or overly artificial, which can sometimes happen with sugar-free syrups. The atmosphere lands somewhere between calm and busy. There's a steady hum of low conversation, the usual coffeehouse music quietly filling the space, and dim lighting that feels intentional rather than gloomy. It's comfortable and relaxed, the kind of place where you can sit, read, think, or pretend to get work done without feeling rushed. The staff was friendly, efficient, and knew what they were doing. Ordering was quick and easy, with no confusion or awkward pauses. There's a good selection of standard coffee shop food--sandwiches, croissants, pastries, power bars, and other small bites--nothing groundbreaking, but enough variety to find something that works. Overall, it's a pleasant and reliable experience. Not especially memorable, but consistently good, comfortable, and well-run. You leave satisfied, caffeinated, and only mildly aware of what you just spent, which feels about right.

Great coffee and absolutely, without a doubt, the best bacon egg and cheese I've ever had. Get it…read moreon the biscuit, but I'll warn you - there is no going back. Friendly staff, coffee roasted in-house, art and books. This place deserves more hype!

Studio cafe is such a wonderful addition to Woburn Center! I went this week and got one of their…read morespecials, the banana hazelnut latte, and it was wonderful- not too sweet with the perfect flavor! The biscuit breakfast sandwiches are a must-try! They have a lot of seating so it's a perfect place to meet with friends or get some work done. Can't wait to return!

Warm greetings and warm croissants! A lovely morning treat in an open bright space that keeps the…read morefocus all on the baked goods. Excited to return to try some olive bread and a baguette!

Immediately walking through the door I knew this was going to be great. The smell was incredible…read more Ordered three items and they were all fantastic. Highly recommend this small shop bakery. These are the places that deserve community support to keep in business.

I was waiting for my son to take his driving test at Middlesex driving Academy in Winchester and…read moredecided to take a walk to Dunkin' Donuts. A couple of stores prior to Dunkin' Donuts. I noticed this little shop across the street called bagels and brew and decided to stop in to check it out. First of all the interior is adorable, but please be warned that there are a few steps down so not accessible for everyone. The staff is very nice and funny and they all seem to enjoy working together and were even supporting one of the workers who had some neck pain. Best of all the bagels are fresh and delicious with lots of options to choose from. Also, my thin, mint decaf almond milk latte really hit the spot. So much better than a Dunkin' Donuts latte!

The bagels themselves weren't that bad, but where are all the toppings. Super skimpy on the cream…read morecheese. The plain bagel had barely any scallion cream cheese on it. Maybe the thinest layer I've ever seen. Really disappointed to come home, open the wrapper and see this. The poppy seed bagel and it had like 20 poppy seeds total. Where did the rest of them go? It's basically a plain bagel. Will not be coming back if this cost $8 for basically 2 plain bagels.

If you want the best cupcake / muffin on the planet, look no further! Sister location in Wakefield,…read moreHighly recommend!

This is an updated review: The muffins are yummy and it's very cute inside, but I might go to the…read moreWakefield location even though this one is way closer to me. I don't know if the staff were just having a bad morning or maybe there were customers with bad attitudes before me, but dang. There was no one behind me and I wasn't fully sure what kind my friends would want. I wanted to peruse some. I was in and out in about 5 minutes, but the woman behind the counter seemed bothered that I was asking questions about the muffins like the flavors. The display case doesn't have them listed by the muffins. There's a flavor board behind the counter which is helpful, but it would be better if they were each labeled somewhat so you could see and pick them. I asked 2 questions overall and panicked and just picked 2 other flavors hoping they would be okay, but it wasn't as good of an experience as last month and left me a bit flustered. I'm never expecting over the top super happy, springy first thing in the morning but rolling your eyes and acting exhausted from 2 questions just seemed like a bit much for a happy and bright muffin spot.

A good choice for brunch! The food is great and the dessert is also my favorite. I often take my…read morekid to eat if we don't have time to cook by ourselves.

We sat outside for brunch on a fine Sunday morning. This was our first time here with a friend who…read moredines here regularly. We ordered indoors, a breakfast sandwich, scrambled eggs and croquet madame, unusually in a large croissant, all of which were brought to us. All quite tasty. The coffee was decent. The food and place deserves three and-a-half stars, but ....

Great coffee. Lots of people on the weekends. Excellent sandwiches…read more Enjoyed the oat latte.

This place was bumping! No empty seat in the house. The entrance to order can get a bit crowded…read more They do have two tablets you can order online or you can wait to order with the counter staff, in my case had to squeeze in between two people. I wanted a smoothie and I hadn't been able to find on their menu while waiting so my order I felt I needed to chose quickly. I got it to go. The price came to $10 which seems so expensive for a smoothie and I wouldn't be able to go consistently. Plenty of parking in the lot

Authentic neighborhood spot with a cozy, bright, and casual atmosphere. Everything is made with…read morehigh-quality ingredients, and every item we've tried has been excellent. We originally started going for the fresh baguettes and loaves of bread, but their dessert pastries have become a favorite too. A great local gem we keep coming back to!

Known for their pastries, the food was tasty. Wasn't a fan of a couple of items, but more of a…read morepreference. I also had their coffee, a bit too sweet for me, but I need to give it another chance. The staff is incredibly friendly and kind. There's a good amount of seating inside, but not too much. I believe they'll have more outdoor seating during the warming weather days. We'll need to come back at some point.

I love trying out new cafés - sadly, most close in the early afternoon, which leaves me with few…read morecoffee options after work. However, I love that the Capital One Café is open until 7 PM. The space is modern, clean, and open, with plants (and Capital One branding) across the café. This was my first time at one of their locations since becoming a Capital One cardholder, so I was quite happy to get the 50% off my pick-me-up. It was pretty slow in the evening, with a handful of folks working on their laptops or in conversation. My mocha was ready quite quickly, and I sat down to enjoy it. To be honest, it wasn't the pinnacle of coffee craftsmanship, but it's certainly decent enough to accompany a chat with a friend. I'd be happy to be back if I'm ever in need of in-person banking services!

We waited for the drink for a while to find out that someone stole our drink! I wish they had a…read morebetter system to make sure this doesn't happen.