TLDR: I only came to try the maple cruller, and BOY did it…read moredeliver. I'm no cruller expert, but I think folks might be right when they all say this is the best one in the game. Would come back just for this cruller, and am willing to try their other items now that I know what they're capable of. ------ FOOD: 1. [MUST TRY] MAPLE CRULLER (5/5) As good as everyone says it is. The exterior is so satisfyingly crispy, but the interior has the exact right soft, eggy consistency that defines the cruller. The maple glaze is definitely very sweet, but somehow it actually works well with the fried dough such that it's not overpowering. Maple is their most popular flavor, but they also have other flavors and monthly specials to try. 2. DRIP COFFEE Perfectly fine drip coffee. The mugs they give you are smaller than their to-go cups, so probably opt for your coffee to-go, especially if you plan to go on a little stroll after accidentally eating 6 crullers for breakfast... ------ ENVIRONMENT / AMBIANCE: * A large, spacious cafe that had a NY, tiled environment mixed with a more laidback Tatte vibe * More seating inside than I thought there would be (though a mix of individual tables, a communal high top, counter seats by the window, and tables outside) * One design issue though is that the ordering counter is right at the front door, meaning there's actually very little space for the line and so on bad weather days, you might be caught waiting outdoors under the elements vs. indoors. I'm sure there are some days where the line naturally forms inside, but the way the space is designed does not make that easy

My third trip to this cafe. I had egg bun with cheese n bacon ! Yummy. Nice staff, sunny space…read more TY Denise Patnod, lic ac. Cambridge business owner. 4.5 stars!

They have great sandwiches. I'm a bit puzzled about the complaints about the sandwiches being…read moresparse because I've never had that be the case whenever I've ordered. They are always pretty big and not skimping on ingredients...at least from my personal experiences. The store has all sorts of great foods and treats to try. It is pricey, but what do you expect in Cambridge?

Sandwiches are still delicious, but the price has gone up and the size has gone down considerably…read more Used to be a large sandwich thick with lunchmeat, now a slice or two of meat. At this point there are much better $14 options for sandwiches in the area. Shame.

Okay, we decided to give this place another shot since we loved their round pizza, and it did NOT…read moredisappoint! We ordered the pesto pepperoni vodka sauce pie and the sausage, peppers & ricotta. Both were incredibly flavorful and came out piping hot. But the pesto pepperoni vodka sauce pizza was the standout for me. The crispy little pepperoni cups, the creamy vodka sauce, and that oily, flavorful pesto drizzled throughout were SO good. I loved how all the flavors and textures came together -- easily one of my favorite pizzas I've had lately. I'd honestly come back just for that pizza alone! Definitely glad we gave this place another try and will be back.

I love this restaurant! My experience is based on ordering directly for delivery from their…read moreMassachusetts shop to New Jersey. I've had their meatballs and lasagna. Both were great! The Meatball Parmigiana was delicious with a good amount of garlic. I'm very picky about my meatballs!!! I do prefer my own, but I digress. We've had the Quattro Formaggi Lasagna (4 cheese) because my daughter is a vegetarian. It did not disappoint! My daughter loved it, and I did as well. My ONLY issue is the portion size. The photos make it look like you'll be getting a 9x12 pan, but in fact, the trays are 8.75 inches long by 6.25 inches wide by 1.75 inches deep. They fully disclose that on their website, so my bad for not checking it. Either way, their food is delicious!!

I was intrigued after seeing All Star on the Boston Globe's list of best sandwich shops in the…read morearea, so I stopped by for lunch on a Sunday. The interior gave me diner vibes - very laid back and comfortable. At 11:30 it was pretty much empty. It seems like most people get their food to go. Service was prompt and friendly. I ordered the Tofused Banh Mi - tofu, pickled veg, basil, cilantro, and a fried egg on a brioche bun. Definitely not a traditional banh mi but very tasty nonetheless! The teriyaki-like glaze was a little sweet for me and I would have preferred some more spice to balance it out but all in all I was very happy with my visit here and would definitely come back.

cute, small place with a decent size menu. impossible to find parking. very overpriced. i got the…read moreisland jerk chicken sandwich which was good, but not worth 18$. the coleslaw on the side wasn't my favorite. my husband got the rueben, was "not terrible but, nothing special."- per my husband. the poutine was NOT poutine, i was confused when they came out with a chicken type gravy and not the normal brown gravy- they ended up being alright but a little bland. the fries themselves were pretty good. their hot sauce "inner beauty" was fantastic, perfect amount of heat and added much needed flavor to the poutine. i don't think i'll return, but i'm sure there's other stuff on the menu that's better! the waitresses were really nice which is always a plus. i like that you can see the kitchen too, pretty cool.

This pizza is heavenly. It is an institutional hole in the wall. A not-so-best-kept-secret. A local…read moregem. The pizza dough is soft and bouncy, the toppings are fresh and not overly saucy. This is the place you come to at any time of the day and whatever mood you're in. Service is super fast and there's limited seating inside.

I had Sicilian pizza for lunch at the research institute for the first time. To be honest, I didn't…read morereally like it; it's just that I didn't like the taste, not that the restaurant made it badly. Cheese Sicilian Pizza: Very generous amount of cheese. The crust was thick and soft, with a flaky edge. It was a bit too rich for me and lacked the chewy texture of a pizza. Tomato & Basil Sicilian Pizza: Less cheese, which was better, but the thick bread and tomato sauce still made it a bit too rich for my taste.

I went to this location recently to get some stuff and it was good. I got the California Turkey…read morewrap which was very good and then the other day I got some candy. It is very convenient from where I am staying. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

Although they offer breakfast all day, I was disappointed when I order the Supreme Breakfast…read moreBurrito for lunch . It lacked flavor, had very little to no meat, they forgot the cheese all together. the potatoes tasted and looked old. Overall, not worth the time or money

Tenders were super good, the fries and pizza were also pretty good but nothing special about them…read more I also loved the honey mustard sauce they gave.

Ummmm....... I've lived so close to this place for years but didn't try it until recently. I tried…read morethe chicken tenders with the honey mustard (obv the star of the menu) and I questioned why it was so expensive. When the food came, I understood why bc there was soooo much food in the tray. Like 20 pieces of chicken and a bunch of fries!! Chicken was slightly bland, but I prefer it that way so I can dip it into sauces. I eventually tried the pizza and that was equally as delicious. The pizza goes all the way to the crust with a ton of cheese and toppings. Overall incredible fast food place!! (I've only ordered delivery so I have no idea what it's like inside but service was fast and food came quickly!)

Quality of their sandwiches have suffered greatly since change in ownership…read more Sandwiches are so overpriced now. You get no meat with your order. It's all a fluff of lettuce and bread

Great place to grab a bite and a snack as you walk around the area. Kind service. We will plan…read more to return!

Tried out Luxor cafe and it did not disappoint! Really cool vibe in there and a lot of people…read morechatting/working. We got the Biscoff Latte and the Cinnabon iced coffee and enjoyed both of those. Then we got the Harvard Yard breakfast sandwich and the Smokey Sunrise Croissant. The food was great, really loved the chipotle mayo on the sandwiches and came with chips! Only point of feedback is coffee and food are 2 different spots to pick up and it can be confusing to know when your drinks are ready since the pager will go off just for the food. Other than that, would come back!

This is an Egyptian coffee shop; I came to buy some bread…read more Sticky Bun: The caramel and pecans ensured it won't be bad, but the syrup coating and the crispness of the crust were uneven. It felt a bit perfunctory. Almond Croissant: I didn't expect it to have a sugary filling inside! A light cinnamon flavor, not too dry, not bad. Chocolate Croissant: A simple and straightforward croissant with a chocolate stick inside. Using dark chocolate prevented it from being too sweet, which is a plus. Plain Croissant: Surprisingly, it was still delicious even after being refrigerated for two days. The bread was very soft and had a subtle peppery aroma.

Easiest 5 stars ive ever given. We were here for a raclette and fondue class that was after hours,…read moreso we were able to shop with no one else in the store!! I loved the cheese. Staff was so kind and answered all of our questions. I left with many many things of cheese! We tried the cookies and chocolates, some premade goods, some shelf-stable things, and of course, cheese. My one complaint was that they did not heat up raclette for us, rather gave us raclette cheese at room temperature. I think it wouldn't have been too much to ask for it to be cooked, since they were able to do that with the fondue. I wish there was a way to do the class without the wine pairing and save a few dollars... I would sign up much more often!!

Their dinner catering for our research institute mainly consisted of cold dishes such as Italian…read moreham, cheese, nuts, and vegetables served with bread. The quality of the various hams was quite good, with adequate oiliness and aroma; the cheese was rich and creamy without any particularly strong fermented taste. However, the vegetables and fruits did not appear very fresh, and the ciabatta was dry, hard, and chewy, requiring considerable effort to chew.