I wish I had found this cafe earlier! I think about the Goods all of the time. Every drink, food,…read moreand baked good has been absolutely incredible. Everyone who works there is kind and attentive, the space is gorgeous and they have a nice intimate seating section with lots of natural lighting. Every time I'm there there's locals who are all smiles while waiting in line and ordering. Great vibes and I highly recommend. If you follow their social media you'll see they come out with monthly and seasonal drink and food specials and they're all so creative and equally as delicious. But if you're looking for a staple, their cold brew with maple cold foam is a MUST.

This place is the perfect local cafe! When you think small town coffee shops, this is the place…read more The inside is quite small with very little seating but don't let that deter you - come and get it to go. The food and service are always great. The prices are about average for a locally owned shop. The pastries and treats are always cooked perfectly and just the right amount of sweet. They also typically have at least one gluten free option. Their rotating coffee flavor menu is always fun and pairs well with different seasons/holidays. I have tried their sandwiches, quiche and salads too which were all made really well. My favorite over the summer was the mushroom quiche and the mom's pasta salad.

Very strong coffee and okay pastries. I've heard good things about the mocha so I need to try that…read morein the future. I love that there's a drive thru, that's super convenient. The inside is cute and well maintained. There were lots of families when I went which is always a nice sign.

Brilla is our go to coffee shop in Holden. Coffee is consistently excellent hot or iced…read more Staff and atmosphere are wonderful. They also have a great roasting business.

Been here twice now and can't wait to go back to try more…read more Had a latte from here once but didn't love it. But wondering if it was just the type it was. Would give their coffee another try in future. The pastries were amazing though. The lemon bar - perfection. The brunch braid was okay - I liked the concept but I don't know if I'd get it again. Then came for lunch. Had a chunky monkey smoothie - it was a little watery in the middle but still delicious. The cranberry walnut chicken salad on sourdough was exactly what I was craving. And that sourdough - so good! The place itself is really cute and they sell some local items. There's a blind date with a book section and they sell Hoppy Pop (which is incredible). Everyone was super nice and friendly.

Gonna keep this as short as I can without being too concise but..,, A oh my goodness!!!!!! So good…read more! They honestly had me at one simple question about my iced coffee order - "do you want water ice cubes or coffee ice cubes?" PFFT!! is that even a question? That's my gut reactor response to this question each time I'm asked and it's so made me a customer for lifffeeee. Like if you live in boston or nyc I bet this is commonplace for you and you can enjoy a laugh over this as you grip your phone pinky up - but for sweet old Holden mass it's like a tractor beam and I'm stepping in... willingly. my parents greatly enjoy the pastry from this place and I try to surprise them with something new each time. Haven't had anything I haven't liked thus far. I know there are drive through options nearby but this is 100000% worth the stop !

When the temperature hits 90 degrees, MOTW Coffee & Pastries definitely has your back with their…read morelineup of iced specialty drinks and cooling refreshers.

Got a matcha latte here, and a couple snacks including chicken pot pie and a slice of toast. Vibe…read morewas good - lots of people working. My matcha latte w/ oat milk was smooth and creamy.

Service was okay overall and the staff seemed friendly. There were just a few things that could've…read morebeen handled a bit better, but it wasn't a bad experience. Hoping to see some improvements next time

There aren't many cozy cafes in Worcester, so coming here it was very refreshing. We used to live…read morein Boston! Once we got to the cafe, we were greeted warmly from the cashier/barista. The place is a whole vibe--pretty hipster, but in a great way. There's a barber shop in it, which is funny. There was also a good amount of people sprawled throughout the cafe on their laptops working away. Outside also has a nice patio. We sat here and sipped our coffees, as the warm morning sun helped wake us up. My fiance and I ordered two small iced americanos, $3.48 each. It has a tinge of sourness, but having added more water, it wasn't too strong. Maybe we will try asking for less water next time or even a quad shot! We will absolutely be returning for more--possibly even to work!

Every time I go, I have enjoyed it! The coffee is excellent, I have tried every cookie and they are…read moretoo die for!! Cute, clean little place with great service!! Love it!!

These beans. THESE BEANS!…read more This is a black woman owned small business with amazing coffee. You can pop in and buy a bag of beans or you can get a freshly brewed cup to go. Joy also sells pastries and such from small local bakeries. There isn't much seating yet inside but Joy has specific plans to grow the space over the course of this year. But the seating that is available is cut and comfortable. Unless she's at a festival, this is the only place to get Joy's beans. They don't sell them in any other shops and aren't likely to soon so if you're in the Brookies on the weekend (or check hours to see if she's extended to any days M-Th in the future) swing by and grab yourself a cup or some beans to go. And if you're friends with me, yes, I will deliver beans for you while I'm out visiting my mom.

Love the smoothies and the energy bites at the wellness bar! Delicious cold brew as well.read more

The thirsty lab is my go-to place for craft beers and liquors. Aside from their extensive wine…read morecollection as well, their wellness bar has everything you might need. Healthy, nourishing snacks and smoothies. Fabulous coffee. All with quality ingredients. Sometimes they have live music and liquor tastings. If you're in the area I highly recommend!

We come to Cafe on the Common annually because it is very close to our silent retreat and it's our…read morefirst stop. This place is always a 10/10. We ordered BBQ Chicken Flatbread, Mushroom Quiche, Chicken Pot Pie and every meal comes with a salad. The Flatbread crust is crispy, chicken is tender with the right proportion of BBQ sauce. The quiche was fresh, somewhat cheesy and my favorite thing there. The Chicken Pot Pie is one of the best I've had in a while. It's creamy, crust is flaky and good mix of chicken with veggies. The staff are so kind, friendly and hard workers. I'm not sure why this place doesn't ever seem to be packed, but they absolutely should be. Do yourself a favor and try any of their meals, it is sooooo worth it. The restaurant is rather small, but enough to seat 40 people or so (+/- 10). I also worked here briefly and it could be a good temporary remote working spot. -ODL Connect with me! IG & YouTube: @AOEAT

We won a gift certificate for Cafe on the Common in Barre, MA, so we thought we'd give it a try…read more WOW, Everything was perfect. Drinks, food, service were exceptional and we will definitely return. Prices are reasonable and portions are too.

Today I had my usual, bacon cheeseburger and fries. As expected, the food was cooked to…read moreperfection, delivered with great service, and didn't break the bank. I love it whenever my wife suggests going to Theo's. I know what to expect, consistently good food, and cooked the way I want it. Located in the center of Paxton, it's not very noticeable, but it's worth looking for. Plenty of parking out back, and they are open for breakfast and lunch. Check it out!

The food their was really good everyone was kind the service was excellent and the overall ambiance…read morewas very nice i love the the fact that people actually care about their customers maybe a little pricey but very good

My fiance and I were trying out local bakeries to determine which one would suit us best to make…read moreour wedding cake. I loved what I saw from street view already, being someone who loves quaint homeyness over hoity-toity pretentiousness, but upon walking in I almost knew immediately this would be the spot. It's a lovely little bakery, in a very quiet part of Worcester, and I felt invited in by the staff upon entering. Mara knew who we were, sat us down and provided excellent samples on a platter and discussed our favorite colors, ideas, etc. during our consultation. By the time she finished, my fiance looked at me and we exchanged the decision that we were going with On The Rise. Now, it's a way's off before I'll see what our wedding cake turns out to be, but the samples we tried were wonder, the presentation was beautiful, the service was excellent, and I love knowing I'm supporting a truly local staple. (If I remember, I'll update this after the wedding!)

I'm hesitant to write this review because this is a best kept secret in Tatnuck! But yet... support…read morethis local business! I cannot speak for their catering business, but I highly recommend stopping by for a coffee and a pastry or sandwich! Prices are on point and the quaint space has a relaxing atmosphere. The owners will be there working hard and the service can't be beat. Low visibility, limited hours, and street parking but well worth stopping in.