This was so refreshing and cold. The mint and cucumber tasted fresh too it was awesome. Not too…read moresweet but sweet enough to give me energy to power the day The workers were really nice. They kept my drink for me while I went to go use the bathroom lol. Speaking of bathrooms there are two single stall gender neutral ones that are super clean and well kept. Also the interior is huge, lots of people were studying in here

This is a fun cafe in Cambridge. There was a line out the door every time we came to visit. Their…read morecoffee was highly recommended so we came to check it out. Their iced Americano was very good. They were also selling little duck pastries for Easter. That was a nice treat to see in the store. The second time we came here for breakfast. There was a long line out the door again. We managed to order and find a table. We ordered the breakfast egg sandwiches. It came with bacon, cheddar, arugula, tomato, and dijonaise on a milk bun. The dijonnaise did give the sandwich a little kick which was nice. The food was delicious and tasty. I will come here again when I get a chance.

Great food and service. We went for breakfast and got there twenty minutes before closing. We…read moreweren't rushed and treated excellent. The food was very good, the roasted potatoes are some of the best we've had.

The food was fine, but breakfast service is painfully slow. You really need to plan on about 90…read moreminutes, which isn't exactly ideal if you're trying to get on the road for a tour or make a business meeting. It's also really expensive for what you get. Honestly, the only reason I'd recommend eating breakfast here is if you're a Hyatt Globalist and it's included. Even then, make sure you have plenty of time to spare. Food was OK. Service was friendly enough. But a 90-minute breakfast at a hotel just doesn't work.

Ate here Friday night, just beating the rush. Nice table with an open window to the street. Great…read morefood we shared included the Bahn Mi, Shrimp Bao, garlic steak tips and Vietnamese egg rolls. Our server was super! Would definitely be back when in the area!

Came to Esmai's for an early dinner with my boyfriend and sat on the outdoor rooftop (we made a…read morereservation). The Highlights: Blush Hour cocktail & Shrimp baos: Easily a 10/10! Absolute must-trys. Calamari: Pretty good, but the sauce really made the dish. The Misses: The Pasta (2/10): Neither of us enjoyed this. The sauce was very watery and lacked flavor--it seemed like it relied on meat juices for flavor, but it just didn't work. Smash Burger: Just an average burger. Hard to mess up, but nothing to write home about. Vibe & Service: The rooftop ambience was nice with staff playing music on a speaker. Wait-staff were very attentive! A huge plus was the owner coming out to check on tables and joke around with guests! Note on space: Upstairs indoor seating seems okay for private events (there was a bridal shower happening while we were there), and downstairs has a classic sit-down/bar feel. Verdict: Total came out to $171 (including tip) for 4 drinks, calamari, baos, pasta, and a burger. If we return, we'd definitely stick to drinks, shrimp baos, and hanging out downstairs!

Stellar brunch spot! We got the Landwer's Pancakes, 3 Eggs Benedict Florentine (two with Smoked…read moreSalmon), Croissant Benedict with Turkey Bacon, and a side of two pancakes. Everything was delicious and a huge portion. The potatoes that came with the Benedicts were amazingly crispy and flavorful. The only gripe was the poached eggs, which were more over hard than runny

Overall, the food here was just okay. We got Landwer's Famous Schnitzel, and that was definitely…read morethe highlight of the meal. The chicken was crispy, flavorful, and went really well with the fries. I'd recommend that dish! We also ordered the branzino fillet, but unfortunately it had a much stronger fishy taste and smell than we expected. It didn't taste very fresh to us, so we ended up not eating much of it. Service was also a little slow during our visit. Overall, I liked the schnitzel, but the branzino was disappointing and brought down the experience a bit.

Ambience: small little cafe tucked in the middle of Allston that wouldn't look all that special if…read morenot for the line outside. Not somewhere I would necessarily go for "vibes" but that just shows that the food speaks for itself Food: if I had to describe cafe weekend in a sentence, it's basically "a Korean's take on an American cafe". There's a subtle touch of Korean flavor and aesthetic in each item, like how the desserts aren't too overpoweringly saccharine and the Drop the Egg brioche sandwich has that mix savory/sweet that Koreans love. I personally loooved the very berry mascarpone French toast, and I'm not even a dessert person! Nothing was too oily or under seasoned. The food is definitely the highlight of this place! Service: The waitress checked on us a couple times to make sure things were running smoothly and she made great food recommendations which I loved.

Such a cute brunch place. Plus the food & drinks were good!…read more Ordered the shakshouka -- had the right amount of spiciness, and lots of tomatoes. A bit more on the watery end, but I still enjoyed it (this might be more of a preference thing). Good portions (I was definitely full, and my friend couldn't even finish her omelette lol). Also ordered the weekend latte -- it felt too creamy, milky, and "specialty" to be a proper coffee drink (ended up needing to buy Starbucks later on in the day), but still very yummy (so it's more of a fun drink). Heard the matcha was too sweet btw. ~$30pp, so it's a bit steeper for a brunch place, but def worth it.

If you're anywhere near Harvard Square, The Friendly Toast is absolutely worth a stop, especially…read moreif you're looking for a brunch spot that's just as fun as it is flavorful. The space is super vibrant, filled with bold colors, retro diner touches, and a bunch of quirky statement pieces that make you want to look around before you even check the menu. It feels playful and energetic without being overwhelming...definitely a place that stands out from your typical brunch spot. One of the most unique things about this place is the drink menu. I loved that you can order flights...not just for mimosas, but also spritzers/mixed drink and even coffee-inspired drinks. That's not something you see everywhere, and it made the whole experience feel a little more elevated and fun. Everything we tried was solid across the board. The drinks were well-made, balanced, and honestly just fun to try in a flight format. The menu itself keeps that same energy going with quirky, pop culture-inspired names that make ordering more entertaining than usual. But it's not just about the names, the food actually delivers. The chicken and waffles were a standout: crispy, flavorful, and perfectly paired with the sweetness of the waffle. The traditional breakfast was done right too: simple, classic, and exactly what you'd want when you're craving something familiar. The real surprise for me was the crispy pimento potato bowl with chicken. It was packed and layered with flavor: comforting, a little indulgent, and definitely filling. You can tell they're intentional about how they build their dishes, not just throwing things together. Shoutout to our waitress as well...she really made the experience better. She gave great recommendations, helped us navigate the menu (which has a lot of options), and made sure we picked dishes we'd actually enjoy. That kind of service goes a long way, especially at a busy brunch spot.

My husband and I had breakfast at The Friendly Toast in Cambridge about two weeks ago. It was our…read morefirst stop of the day and a great way to begin a day in Cambridge. The Friendly Toast was founded in 1994 in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, but has locations throughout New England now. It's easy to see why. This all-day brunch and bar is quirky and fun and unique. The decor of the Cambridge location is super eclectic. We arrived around 8:45am on a Saturday, and it wasn't busy yet (it's a huge restaurant). Since it was pretty quiet still, we had plenty of time to look around at the fun decor. The menu is as fun and eclectic as the decor with really fun small plates, breakfast classics, vegan options (like a tofu scramble and vegan pancakes), wild pancakes (cookie monster pancakes!?), and some healthier options. They currently have (or maybe always have?) a "Comeback Tour" menu of dishes that were popular that they brought back. My husband and I both chose from that menu. He got the Rice Baby Rice Comeback (grilled citrus chicken, seasoned rice, roasted street corn, black beans, pico de gallo and avocado topped with crispy tortilla strips, grated cotija, pickled onion, avocado cilantro sauce, and fresh cilantro), and I had the Medley Crue Comeback (two poached eggs served over a medley of home fries, tomatoes, spinach, red peppers, mushrooms, onion, zucchini and corn; topped with avocado cilantro sauce, lemon pepper sumac & fresh cilantro). Both dishes were great. They have a full drink menu, too, including flights (a mimosa flight, a coffee drink flight, and more), beer, wine, mocktails, classic cocktails, and more. I had their strawberries and cream coffee (cold brew with vanilla strawberry cold foam), while my husband stuck with a simple iced coffee. It's a really fun place for brunch, and I'd happy to return or visit another location. It's just a retro, quirky, happy place!

I tried their iced vanilla latte and really liked it! The vanilla syrup was sooo good! I also got…read morethe banana pecan muffin and that was really good too! I waited a little while for my drink but it wasn't too bad. There were a lot of students working on their laptops so it was kind of hard to get a table inside, but they have outdoor seating and it was much easier to find a spot out there. I'll definitely be back!!

One of the spots that people kept recommending for good coffee & Bahn mi. overall takeaways: good…read morematcha color & flavor, drinks were not too sweet (which is an Asian compliment!), quaint spot. Would rate 5/5 on drinks, 4/5 on food. We got the customer favorite: iced pandan matcha (with oat milk for preference) -- overall: good matcha color & flavor, pandan was not too sweet, ice ratio was good. My bf really enjoyed this one! I also got the Iced Saigonese -- strong viet coffee, still yummy with the sweetness & the foam on top enhanced the creaminess of the drink. We ordered the BBQ Pork Bahn Mi + egg, I would recommend adding the egg for sure! The egg was creamy & runny, giving it extra flavor. However, Bahn mi itself was not particularly special. We actually ordered the egg after tasting the Bahn mi & it was a little dry. Nice location, seating inside & outside but construction was happening outside, so it wasn't as enjoyable. We had went around 1PM on a Wednesday & the seats were filled. Saw some people with computers, with no problem.

Milkweed was such a great experience! Everything from the food to the atmosphere was amazing. The…read morefood was great and well prepared and you can tell there's a lot of thought put into the menu. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming without feeling too casual, which makes it a great spot for brunch, lunch, or a cute date. The service was also great and everyone was friendly and attentive.

A busy place for brunch in Mission Hill! If you are going for a weekend brunch, there will…read moredefinitely be a wait - my friend and I waited about 20 to 30 minutes for a table on a Sunday at around 11:00. But I do think the wait is worth! We split the berry pancakes and the two eggs any style and chose bacon as the breakfast meat. Well-executed, but my socks were not blown off! Perhaps I need to try some of their more innovative dishes, I would love to come back and try their shakshuka. At Milkweed, the service is quick and simple. We sat outside so can't speak for the inside ambiance but it was great getting some vitamin D in before winter kicks in.

Zaftig's catered our son's Bar Mitzvah in June and they did an amazing job. They were flexible,…read moresuper easy to work with, the service was great and the food was delicious. We were pretty stressed about the whole thing and they really made it easy, I can't recommend them highly enough.

I stop here whenever i get to Boston to visit my daughter. The matzo ball soup is delish & deli…read moresandwiches yummy as any other good deli i've visited! And they always seem to be stocked with the celery soda that is tough to get on the west coast. Go early especially on weekend when there always seems to be a line. Can't wait to get back here soon.

I'm a sucker for a long line because that's how I know a place is good and this place delivered…read more Standing at 4.3 stars at 3.5k reviews (at the time of this post) is an impressive feat, and my ravenous appetite that hit me when I walked off the plane in Boston brought me here and I couldn't be happier that it did. The pancakes were so well made and I normally dislike thicker pancakes. The service was very accommodating to the items on the menu on excluding or including small things which was pleasant. The art and the vibe all over this place and its branding also add to the good feels of this place. Next time I'm in town I'll be sure to try to get a reservation or put my name down to accommodate for the wait time, this place was a hit.

A solid New England brunch spot with locations throughout the greater Boston area! Unique, colorful…read moreambiance with humble service who make you feel at home. I absolutely love sweet and savory, so I am a big fan of their chicken and waffles. The chicken was crisp and moist at the same time! The waffles are Belgian-style with some savory components mixed inside like bacon, roasted corn, and cheese, which paired perfectly with the chicken and hot honey drizzle. If you're like me, I think you would really enjoy this one. Have brought vegan and gluten-free friends here, who had lovely meals as well. Overall, a classic brunch spot where any plate you order will hit the spot.