Elmendorf Baking Supplies & Cafe is a neighborhood bakery and café that doubles as a specialty baking supply shop. We walked into a warm, cozy space where fresh pastries, sandwiches, and coffee are displayed alongside shelves of baking tools, cookbooks, specialty ingredients, and pantry staples. The layout is thoughtful and inviting, the kind of place that appeals equally to home bakers and anyone stopping by for a snack, with a relaxed energy that encourages browsing as much as it does lingering over a coffee. We first came across Elmendorf at a local farmers market, where we picked up a selection of their baked goods. Everything was reasonably priced and consistently tasty, but the coffee cake was easily our favorite. It was soft, buttery, and had just the right balance of sweetness, making it the standout of everything we tried. Beyond the pastries, the café is also known for breakfast sandwiches, seasonal baked goods, espresso drinks, and creative specialty beverages. The pastry selection changes regularly while keeping a few favorites in rotation, so there is usually something new to try alongside the classics. The coffee drinks were well prepared and paired naturally with the pastries, and the quality of the ingredients came through clearly in each item we ordered. Service was friendly and welcoming, and the café maintained a relaxed pace that made it easy to settle in for a bit. The staff were patient with questions about both the baked goods and the baking supplies, and the overall atmosphere felt like a place built around quality ingredients and thoughtful baking. The combination of the café and the supply shop gives the space a unique identity, making it feel like more than just a place to grab a coffee. Whether you are visiting the café or browsing the baking supplies, Elmendorf feels like the kind of place that is built around quality ingredients and thoughtful baking. Between the rotating pastries, welcoming atmosphere, and well-curated shop, it is an easy spot to recommend for both coffee breaks and anyone who enjoys baking at home. read more

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I ordered a chocolate chip cookie and hojicha latte - TASTE: 5/5 - hojicha latte was just alright, but the chocolate chip cookie was fantastic. Rich and super chocolatey TEXTURE: 5/5 - I usually prefer huge chunky cookies, but this thin, chewy one still did the job PRICE: 4/5 - cookie was $3.25 and total came to $9 SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - perfect for a post-brunch treat SERVICE: 4/5 - walked in at 1pm on a Sunday and my order was ready in under 10min. All the seats inside were taken, but there were a couple tables outside ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - small, cozy space w baking supplies too PARKING: 4/5 - got a street spot right on Cambridge St read more

Elmendorf Baking Supplies - Chocolate chip cookie & hojicha latte - Cafes Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I got the strawberry spritzer which used house-made strawberry syrup. That was very good and mildly sweet. They have an extensive collection of baking cookbooks which are great to check out. The staff are really nice and the cafe is super cozy with limited seating. read more

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Visited and was surprised how bad the latte was. For a place with a 5-star rating, this felt extremely overrated.

Updating my review, Peruvian Chicken sandwich is awesome. Fresh ingredients and they pair well together. I've been in line and heard others ordering it, it's a popular one. read more

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i absolutely LOVED elmendorf!! this place is so cute and just such a gem. the food was incredible and i really enjoyed my latte. the employees were kind and hilarious. seating is limited and in a small area, but it gets the job done. the store is cozy done right. i highly recommend coming here! read more

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Stopped by on a Saturday and the cafe was decently busy, but we luckily got a free table. First of all, the service was amazing! The workers were patient as my friends and I asked questions to figure out what we wanted, and so friendly! The coconut matcha was super coconuty but masked the matcha flavor- recommend for people who don't love the taste of matcha. We thought the turkey sandwich was nothing special, but the peruvian chicken was AMAZING! The ahi verde sauce was delicious, and I made sure to eat every last drop off my plate :) The five spice cookie is also a must try! It's sweet, spiced, and a delicious balance between all of the flavors. Will definitely be back, and recommend you try it out! read more

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This place is small; and packed to the brim with charm. I came on recommendation from a friend and I was delighted. The maple fog was a wonderfully tasty escape from the cold, and the egg sandwich was AMAZING, highly recommend. read more

Friendly servers, food is fantastic, small spaces for seating indoors or outside. You can pick up neat bakery needs from books to actual pans. If you are in the area be sure to stop by!! read more

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Love the sandwiches here! And the interior is really cute despite having not a lot of seating, but they have more tables outside. They have lots of baking supplies for sale and they also sell halva which I haven't seen that often. read more

I normally stop by Elmendorf for a chocolate chip cookie and a matcha latte. Their cookie is hands down the best I've had (soft, chocolatey and delicious) nothing has compared yet. The matcha is always well made, although I wish they offered an unsweetened option. read more

Elmendorf is legit! They have amazing drinks and baked goods. I visited their stand at a fair and they had a bunch of options to choose from - I went with a cookie with rainbow sprinkles and a slice of the pumpkin chocolate bread, both of which were so delicious and decadent! I love how they have a bunch of seasonal items, perfect for the fall. I once stopped by and tried the hojita latte and it was simply amazing - so flavorful and absolutely hit the spot. It's a bit unfortunate that they don't really have anywhere to sit inside. The space seems to be a bit cluttered, as I believe they also sell products that are strewn around the store. They do have some outdoor seating, but it seems like it's mainly a to go type place, especially in the colder months. read more

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One of the highlights of my recent trip to New England! My sister and I were wandering around and stumbled upon Elmendorf at lunch time, so we stopped in for a bite and a break from the heat. The interior is both a cafe and shop, with cook books and cute kitchen items! Love that. (There is outdoor seating too.) For food we both ordered the Eggplant Bahn Mi, which includes honey-soy marinated eggplant on a crunchy ciabatta with fresh and pickled veggies, loads of herbs, mayo and hot peppers ($13). So. Much. Flavor! OMG. There is a spicy option, indeed spicy, so if you're a mild person don't add the hot peppers. I'm already missing this sandwich and it's only been a couple weeks since I enjoyed it. Everyone working there was friendly, and the pastries looked good too! Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area. read more

Elmendorf Baking Supplies & Cafe is consistently a disappointment. The service is painfully slow, and even with just 2-3 people in line, you're stuck waiting 10-15 minutes. The coffee is a disaster--always bitter and off-tasting. It's like they have no idea how to use their machine or what a latte should actually taste like. What they serve isn't even close to a proper latte; it's sour, unpleasant, and undrinkable. As for their baked goods, they are ridiculously overpriced. The portions are laughably small, and you feel like they're treating their customers as fools. Every time I make the mistake of going there, I regret spending my money on their terrible coffee and minuscule slices of cake. I always tell myself I won't return, but every once in a while, I give them another shot--and it's always the same disaster. There are far better places around. One star, and that's being generous. read more

I needed some tools for an upcoming baking project and at a friend's recommendation, decided to stop by Elmendorf. The shop was smaller than I anticipated, but still had a fairly wide array of tools, cookbooks, and ingredients. I purchased a cake spatula, a bench scraper, and a cake round. The staff were very friendly and helped me find everything I was looking for. I also decided to get a quick snack. I ordered a blueberry struesel muffin and a small iced coffee (16oz). The muffin was tender and not too sweet, filled with blueberries and complete with a crispy, sugary struesel top. The iced coffee was strong, but very good. While I'm sure there's certain products that Elmendorf doesn't carry, it has a fairly wide selection for such a small store. With the addition of good food and nice staff members, it definitely became my top choice for cooking/specialty food stores. read more

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Probably one of the best ham sandwiches I've ever had. It's on par for Boston prices a nice $14 for a sandwich. It was a good sandwich, it was very filling sandwich, it was a delicious sandwich. I really liked the ham, arugula, caramelized onion mix. It was decadent read more

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This is a cute little bakery that also sells baking tools, books, and all kinds of baking themed items that make great gifts (like a lamp that looks like a cream puff). I was pleasantly surprised that they make a great Hojicha latte (I asked for no sugar, whole milk, iced). The pineapple basil spritzer is very refreshing too. We tried a few different types of pastries there, including the banana bread, cherry pie, and lime cornmeal scone, all quite good and not over the top sweet. It is very cool that the owners bake with the flour they mill themselves! read more

Fantastic croissants & kouign amman and lovely, interesting drinks (hojicha lattes, etc.). The staff is very friendly and efficient, and the space is super cozy. Also excellent spot to get hard-to-find baking supplies like black cocoa and specialty flours. read more

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What a gem! I was only visiting the area and I would love to visit again next time I'm in Boston. Freshly milled high quality flours are labeled with the near by farm! I grabbed a few to bring home for bread making. I also got some Valrhona chocolate, sparkling sugar, and had a nice cup of coffee. This store has so much to offer in a small space. Highly recommend! read more

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Found my new favorite lunch spot in East Cambridge! They are so friendly and have such cute items in their shop. Was excited to try one of their sandwiches, on delicious fresh baked bread. I had a turkey sandwich- with slaw and apple inside. Got a small bottle of Natalie's OJ to go with it. Perfect lunch. read more

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I usually never review places but the egg sandwich here is so distinctly delicious that I have to give this place a great review! Oh and the pastry range doesn't disappoint. The only thing that I would callout is the prices for the add ons, $2 for caramelized onions doesn't make any sense.. last thing - coffee also solid, didn't get around to trying the espresso read more

beautiful and cute little shop with delicious sandwiches that are mostly made to order and pastries. the bread used for the sandwiches is really good and most of the items in the shop are things you would never think existed unless you knew about baking! like freshly ground flour and obscure cookbooks read more

Great atmosphere and everything the heart could yarn for in baking books, goods and ingredients.

Came here this morning on a whim and needed coffee STAT, the inside was cute and the two women working at the register were very kind and pleasant to talk to. I got an iced coffee which had a very fresh taste, and it was only $4. The baked goods smelled delicious, I may come back this weekend to try some! The atmosphere was very cute. Definitely a spot to visit if you are in the area. read more

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The baristas are so kind and helped us out with making a hot chocolate special for us with a dietary restriction! Thank you! From my little sister, "can we add as many extra stars as possible?" read more

Hands down the best matcha latte (with oat milk) in Cambridge and one of my go-to places overall! Kind staff and a great collection of baking supplies to shop from while you are waiting for your coffee. read more

had the best egg and cheese sandwich of my life here the other day with a maple fog - both were absolutely wonderful and the inside was lit with string lights and filled with baking supplies !amazing read more

Incredible! They mill their own flour from Maine-grown grains plus excellent curated collection of baking tools & supplies like meringue powder. I bought coarse cornmeal Right across from Mayflower Poultry. The nicest staff, thumbs up on their sandwiches, coffee & pastries, too. read more

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The quality of their grains is so apparent in their baked goods--their banana walnut muffin was actually life changing. As a muffin reluctant, it was amazing. Plus the shop is so cute! read more

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super cute and small coffee shop! the baristas are super nice. they make very smooth lattes (i can taste how nutty the milk is too)! read more

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Great baked goods, great coffee -- a terrific little coffee shop that just happens to have cool and useful baking tools and equipment and entertaining cookbooks to browse. It's a great mash-up. We tried the gingerbread tower cake, the Kouign Amann, and the sticky bun on various occasions. All impressive in their own ways (apparently from AJ King Bakeries in Salem). The espresso is smooth and seriously good, and the service super friendly to the point that you'll feel like a regular in no time. At the time we visited the couple who own the place were also manning the counter. They seem passionate about their endeavor, capable and knowledgeable, and like just really likable people you'd want to hang out with. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the neighborhood, and probably a trip to East Cambridge if you're not. read more

The most precious neighborhood bakery and coffee shop. Cozy seating. Turkey sandwiches are delish.

I love this place, and this review is long overdue. I am in the store at least once a week for either supplies or snacks and to bother the owners, Teddy and Alyssa, for tips and recommendations. Anything as a baker that you could possibly need, they will have it. Citric acid? Check. Gelatin sheets? Of course. Malted milk powder? Duh. You need einkorn, they have einkorn. Spelt, they've got it. And about a dozen other heritage corns, oats, grains, and wheat. They even have Carolina Gold rice. Getting into sourdough? Teddy has a beautiful starter and you can pick up your banneton, lame, and a copy of "Flour, Salt, Water, Yeast" or "Tartine Bread" here. You can also pick up fresh yeast, high quality chocolate, apricot seeds, candied and dried fruits, food grade lavender, and just about any niche baking ingredient that you could possibly imagine. And baking utensils? They've got you covered. Digital scales, Nordic Ware pans, Ateco pastry tips, assorted cookie cutters, wooden mooncake molds, tortilla presses, etc. And if you're a fresh milled wheat fanatic, you can even buy your own Mockmill here and take your grain to mill at home - but if you're local, they'll mill any of their grains on demand to whatever level of fineness you need. Round out your shopping with adorable linens, aprons, and oven mitts that make for great gifts. And their prices are insanely good, so there's no need to order online when you can pick it up down the street. This place is heaven for any baker, and that's before you even get to the cafe part. They serve Barrington coffee (and you can grab a bag to go), and seasonally you'll find treats like apple cider and pinole. The baked goods are fantastic: gooey soft chocolate chip cookies, flavorful scones, and whatever Alyssa feels like baking up that day (the ginger and pear muffins are my daughter's favorite). AJ King pastries round out the breakfast fare, and you'll find delicious sandwiches made with their own bread. This is truly one of my favorite places in Cambridge. read more

This is a very interesting little shop! Cookbooks and other baking tools are scattered about in the small nook. I got a latte that was pretty good! I wish I had more time to look around at all of the neat things that are for sale. read more

KOUIGN-AMANN! Who the h*** is AJ King and why has he/she destroyed my diet? The good people at Elmendorf educated me on this. AJ King is a Salem bakery that is now delivering fresh croissant and croissant-like delectables to Cambridge. I have had kouign-ammans at the "best" places including Manhattan and Montréal bakeries renowned for this item. I bought one on a whim and after one bite, stood up and shouted at the workers "OMG, life changing"...(they of course responded "I know right?! We think so too!") Kouign-ammans have relatively few ingredients but are technically challenging to get right, often too flaky, too hard, too dry. This version is flaky, sugar-crispy, and most of all, has a buttery-moist center. ("¿Imposible? ¡No!") This little store also sells beautiful cook books, gift-able baking supplies and I am glad they know their pastries well. My taste buds are grateful, my waistline not so much. Support East Cambridge local businesses like this, they're gems! read more

Love this place! Quick service, good prices on tea, and friendly staff. Came in to work on a paper, and I liked the jazz they were playing so much that I didn't even listen to my own music. They have a great variety of baking supplies, I'll for sure come back to check that out more. read more

Elmendorf began as a kickstarter project, designed to be a hub for all things related to baking, a store that supplies equipment as well as grains milled in-house, a community space, a cafe, a place for baking classes, etc. It opened recently, so some of these goals are still being realized, but Elmendorf is well on its way. Operated by a friendly and knowledgeable husband-wife duo, Elmendorf offers delicious pastries, good coffee, and an exceptionally-curated selection of teas. The ambience and decor (even the music) are on point--a blend of sophistication and homey comfort. There's just something about baking that reminds you of hearth and home. Tuesday through Saturday, Elmendorf is open until 7pm (Sunday until 4pm), which is way later than most cafes in East Cambridge. It's nice to have a cafe I could go to when I still have some late work to catch up on over a cup of coffee/tea. I have been living in East Cambridge for several years now, and Elmendorf is a wonderful addition that I really hope stays around for many years to come. read more

Staff is kind. Dried beans are high-quality. I've enjoyed coffee and pastries when I've had them.

Just got baked goods to go but they were very good as was the atmosphere and the staffs attitude. Neat little place.

Do not sleep on this place as one of the best coffee shops in the Boston area. Amazing lattes and maybe the best breakfast sandwiches in the area. The breakfast sandwich has the fluffiest eggs and comes on a cracked pepper brioche that knocks my pants right off. read more