We walked in and were seated right away. The only problem was that the table was sticky and took 2 people to clean it. That being said, our server was terrific. She was attentive and helpful. The food was very good. I had the quiche and I opted for the salad to accompany it. The salad was a bit disappointing as it was rather small and only consisted of lettuce and cherry tomatoes. My husband had an omelette and enjoyed that. Our friend had one of the avocado toasts. read more

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My favorite breakfast place excellent service, clean and chill atmosphere, friendly vibes and delicious food. read more

Sweet Life Bakery & Cafe - Short stack blueberry pancakes, egg whites with spinach and cheese, bacon, and decaf coffee - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I loved the french toast I got. It was 2 thick hearty slices cut into 4 pieces. The waitress was nice and helpful. The restaurant was clean and organized. We found street parking 4 men's away. My friend enjoyed her latte and they had oat milk as an option. She also enjoyed the pancakes. read more

Sweet Life Bakery & Cafe - French toast - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Oh, how I really wanted to support this local cafe. It has a beautiful mural with gorgeous natural lighting-- so much potential for a delightful brunch spot. Unfortunately, it missed the mark for us today! Nuts and bolts: free street parking, no resy capability but seated in 15min (party of 2, Sun 11a). Brilliant setup to order drinks/pastries at the front while waiting!! Service 2/5: unfortunately, it took 15min after seating to be approached for our orders... and another 40min thereafter to get food. At one point, just 2 tables were eating in the restaurant seating 65 ppl. I worry there was something awry with the back of house, as the restaurant seemed well-staffed with waiters. Food 3/5: - solid cold brew coffee - corned beef omelette ($17): the corned beef hash had so much potential if it weren't lukewarm/cold! - sam's sampler ($14.50): a trio of pancakes, eggs, and bacon that got the job done. unfortunately, it was also lukewarm read more

Sweet Life Bakery & Cafe - Corned beef omelette ($17): solid corned beef hash and roasted potatoes - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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This used to be my go to, when I lived in the area. Excellent service, food, drinks, and environment. Highly recommend for a nice simple lunch date. read more

Sweet Life Bakery & Cafe - Turkey Swiss & Bacon, with an Amaretto on the side. - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Decent American style breakfast. Ordered a "build your own" omelette with ham, feta cheese, spinach and mushrooms. This dish comes with potatoes and bread. The service was great. read more

Sweet Life Bakery & Cafe - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Ate here for the first time yesterday. Even though I lived in Boston for a number of years and even worked down the street from here, I passed by here many times without stopping inside. My friend suggested we eat here for brunch, and so we got here a little after 10. It was easy to get seating and we got to choose where we wanted to sit which was nice. I had previewed the menu beforehand, and was fixed on their fried chicken sandwich. When I went to order, I was told that they were out of fried chicken so I wasn't able to order that. I was a little disappointed, but settled on their turkey sandwich. It had Brie, apricot jam, and green apples on it. I got it on brioche and it was soooo good! I never had this combination before, and would never think to add jam or apples to my sandwich, but my oh my, was that the combination that I needed. The apples were crisp and refreshing in the sandwich, and the apricot jam added an unexpected but welcome sweetness to the roll. They weren't skimp with the turkey, and overall the sandwich was a solid ten in my book. I definitely would order it again, and even try to recreate it. My friend had a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich and she enjoyed it. She also said that other menu options there are very good, so I know I need to go back to try. Our server was also very friendly, and attentive so that's a plus! read more

Sweet Life Bakery & Cafe - Turkey sandwich on brioche roll with onion rings - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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As a reading tutor and educator in Dorchester, I usually work with students at the Lower Mills BPL--but with their limited hours, I needed another spot to help our kiddos grow their brain muscles! This summer--in the morning hours--I was using the outdoor library tables, hoping the heat would hold off... until the flash floods hit. On days when the library is closed or we can't be outside, I've started meeting students for 1:1 sessions at Sweet Life Café--and I'm so glad I did. I was a little anxious at first about using up space and Wi-Fi while working with a child--but ChiChi has assured me time and time again that we are welcomed and valued guests. She's kind, flexible, and always eager to take care of us while we learn. ChiChi is the epitome of what it means to be a community member--she shows up, sets the tone, and takes her role as a caring adult seriously. She keeps our coffee and lemonade full and makes me and my students feel respected, supported, and like we belong there. In a neighborhood where spaces like this can be hard to find, ChiChi makes all the difference. I'm so grateful. --Emily G. read more

I would not recommend this restaurant. The service was terrible and the waitress was extremely rude. The initial interaction with the waitress was off. I asked her about a particular item on the menu and she said she didn't know because she also works at another establishment and gets the two menus confused. I tried to be as flexible as possible so I told her i would take something else if they didn't have what I initially requested. She seemed frustrated by my questions and spoke in a condescending tone and it made me feel uncomfortable. I thought maybe she was having a bad day so I didn't say anything about her attitude. We ordered our food and beverages and she started to question why we were ordering certain items. We asked for spring water and she returned with tap water and the threw the straws on the table and walked off. when she returned to bring the juice to the table, we asked for spring water for a second time. she did eventually bring it. I asked for scrambled eggs with cheese, but when my food arrived, the eggs were cooked in the style of an omelet. I questioned her about the eggs and eventually asked if they were from a shell or liquid eggs substitutes. She seemed offended and said in a nasty tone, "they're real! I asked several times and was told they're real." I said okay and she proceeded to say in a condescending tone, "Is there a problem?" At that point I just wanted to get out of there. We ate our food and she never came back to the table until I waived at her and asked for the bill. As we were getting ready to leave, we noticed a few things. The cup that she gave my friend had a lipstick print on it. she charged us for food that she didn't bring to our table. We also overheard her being combative with other customers. I will say, the ambiance is nice and relaxing and I did like the self seating option. However, the bad service was a turn off. Especially because it was a birthday breakfast. read more

Sweet Life Bakery & Cafe - Cup with lipstick on it - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I love the quiche; usually two varieties a day. Comes with fresh berries or a side salad. Pleasant atmosphere and excellent service.

The food is always cooked to perfection. Dorchester's hidden gem. The food is always cooked to perfection. Dorchester's hidden gem. read more

Over the last few years, I always stop into Sweet Life when I'm in town ! Sweet life is my go to brunch /breakfast spot! My mother lives close by in Milton! I know the place will always be buzzing and the food will delicious and filling. I stopped in yesterday with my mother for pre Mother's Day brunch. We arrived a little before 930. I started with a mimosa which was big! I then ordered the new life special. I opted for the egg whites, with bacon, wheat toast, and a waffle topped with strawberries. It was so much food , I could not finish it all . Everyone is always friendly and you know you are going to hear a Boston /New England accent lol I only wish you you could make reservations online. So, it's really first-come first serve aka put your name on the list. You gotta try it! read more

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Awful, just awful experience. Walked in at 1130 on a Thursday, say myself as directed. Sat for 15 minutes, no menu, no water, no waiter. Waiters didnt even look at me as they were bringing menus and taking orders from other guests. Then a couple walks in and sits at the bar and the waiter greets them all friendly as soon as they sit down and gives them menus. I got up and left. Terrible service. Dont reccomend read more

Came this morning and it was a packed house! Ms Eileen was there to greet us as usual and told us it would be a little wait/ which we had no problem with. (Ended up only being maybe 5-7 minutes) We ordered with Emma who was amazing, and had a great smile! She made us feel welcomed and was very thorough I wanted the apple crumb pie and I got the last piece thanks to Emma ! Woohoo, made my day. I ordered a BLT with Turkey and it was perfect ! I added a side of bacon because I am greedy. I got the fries & onion rings (soooooooo good) definitely ordering again The steak tip omelet was amazing as usual (only available fri-sun) Got it with an English muffin because they're always soft and buttery Tom Brady to drink because, duh. read more

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Basic good food, friendly staff. Very busy on Saturdays but quieter during weekdays - nice place to hangout with a friend

4.5 stars. Went on a Sunday morning at around 10 AM. The place was pretty packed! We had to wait a couple of minutes, but then got one of the last available tables. The hostess was super friendly as was the waitress. Our waitress was a bit slower than the one who helped a couple of tables near us. We came in and got seated first, but both of the tables with the other waitress got to order before us. No biggie. We weren't in a rush. I ordered the mango mimosa and he got the bloody. I liked my mimosa, but he was not impressed by the bloody mary. I tried it (I've recently gotten into "good" bloodies) and I didn't think it was that bad. It definitely wasn't just V8 and vodka. There was some spice there, but I think the boy has been ruined by other bloodies recently that have been phenomenal. Decent drinks so far in my opinion. He got the hash and I got an omelette. Nothing too fancy. He really liked his hash (he'll get hash every.single.time it's on a menu). My omelette was good (ham, american, tomato & mushrooms) and I liked that you can build your own without it ending up costing more than ones that they create. My omelette came with toast and I chose the english muffin. It was delicious! I ate the whole thing and left part of my omelette. Ha. It also came with potatoes that were decent, but could have used more seasoning/spice. 5 stars for the vibe. I've only lived in Dorchester for a month, but I have been to many places on the block that aren't really "diversified" despite the location. Sweet Life was such a good mix of people - black, white, asian, hispanic, young, old. Everyone having a good time on a Sunday morning. I was so happy to just soak it in. This place is a 3 minute walk from my house, so it could be my new regular brunch spot! read more

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I will recommend this place forever. Excellent hours for families (open for breakfast before 9 AM!) and the menu choices are expansive, including homemade corned beef hash (yum) with perfectly poached eggs, omelettes, quiche of the day, avocado toast, breakfast sandwiches, waffles and pancakes! Lunch options, too. If you wait until 10:30, you're asking for a line since this is the start of prime time brunch. Brunch cocktails, check! All the dairy and non-dairy options, check! And sourdough. Can't go wrong with sourdough. The glutton in me wishes they were open through dinner hours as another option to grab an evening drink, but there are definitely great alternatives nearby. Parking can be tricky, but there's a number of street spots on Richmond Street. If you're in the mood for ice cream after noon, walk up to the Ice Creamsmith for a treat! read more

Service and food were excellent. Our waitress was from another Irish restaurant that recently closed. We recognized her and chatted her up. I got the Irish breakfast and couldn't eat it all. But, the A/C was broken which is the only reason we didn't give 5 stars read more

Updated review: I hyped this place up way too much in my previous review. I came back with some family because I thought this was a good brunch place but I was mistaken. The service was subpar and the food was as well. Currently looking for brunch spots with bomb food in Boston. We ordered French toast, omelettes, breakfast sandwiches, and drinks. None of the people in the party would return and order those same items again. The potatoes were soggy. There was no flavorful taste that smacked in any entree. Will not be recommending or bringing people here. read more

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A little funny but we were actually meaning to go to the Bowery but stepped in here instead. It wasn't until we got the bill with Sweet Life Bakery on it that we realized we ate at the wrong place. When we stepped in it was half a cute bakery and half restaurant. The hostess was nice and we were able to be seated at the bar. Our waiter took our drink order and then came back to tell us that the kitchen was backed up and he would wait to take our order. In a way it was nice to have time to chat, but I was happy I had eaten a snack before we left because it was at least a half hour if not more before our order was even taken. My food was average (poached eggs, toast and home fries). Mimosa was really good and other cocktail was decent that my husband had. My husband loved his egg wrap and said it was super flavorful and delicious. Overall a nice morning out despite thinking we were at a different restaurant! read more

Long wait as usual but worth it! Service is pleasant and helpful and the food is great. Once you are seated you feel privacy. read more

Been there twice within 3 days and it's our new favorite local spot. The food is fresh and delicious,,the service is spot on and staff very friendly. The place is clean and inviting. It's been a wonderful experience! read more

My husband and I have breakfast at Sweet Life almost every Saturday. We always have great service, attentive, friendly and efficient. We usually have something like the hash and eggs (excellent) or the eggs Bennie. We like to sit at the bar and chat with local treasure, Steve who knows what we want and delivers our coffee before we even have to ask for it. The other servers are equally nice as well. We run into many of our neighbors when eating at Sweet Life so it makes our neighborhood feel more like a small town. They serve cocktails now which is nice. My husband enjoys a bloody with brunch occasionally. Today they had a valentines special, red velvet pancakes which were excellent! Fast forward 4 years. Still awesome! We love Sweet Life read more

For the price you pay at this bakery, Sweet Life isn't that bad. In fact, I like coming here. I generally come just for the bread, and like the Irish brown bread and brioche the most. The brown bread is rustic and very hearty. A slice of that will keep you filled. The brioche, while could use a bit more butter and egg, is a good value. A small brioche a tete for 50 cents is bargain (two are good for a light breakfast). The brioche comes in different sizes, and they're pretty well-priced as well. The pain de mie is standard bread...nothing special. I've had the apricot and raspberry cookies and both are good filling, while having a moist cookie. The cupcakes are fine, though aren't really my favorites. For lunch, I did enjoy the chicken salad on brioche. The chicken salad was simple and didn't have all the fanciness that a Waldorf has, which is fine with me. Apples, grapes, and walnuts should not be in a chicken salad. The chicken and dumplings soup was warm, hearty, full of chicken and dumplings, along with vegetables. Table service is good, while counter service for baked goods is inconsistent. One day, you'll have prompt service at the counter, the next you'll be waiting 5 minutes even though there is no one in front of you. You'll be wondering if everyone disappeared into the bread abyss. I'll try brunch sometime when I get the chance. Underrated bakery...but needs a website. read more

Sweet Life Bakery & Cafe - Chicken salad sandwich on brioche and chicken & dumplings soup ($9.50) - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Brunch anytime... yes please! Nice neighborhood place with familiar faces, happy families and friendly staff. 'Hair of the dog' drinks are spot on - HALL-LE-LU. Just what I need. I'm omelette obsessed, hubby is a pancake purveyor and seriously consistent good food. Can't go too wrong with breakfast ... does that make me a basic brunch bia? Oh well - owning it. read more

Thanks Sweet Life for a great early morning breakfast! Belgian waffles with blueberries and "to die for" made from scratch hash. Will definitely return when I'm next in town. read more

Sweet Life Bakery & Cafe - Thanks Sweet Life for a wonderful breakfast! Yummy Belgian waffles with blueberries and "to die for" hash made from scratch. - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great Sandwiches I've had their treats and don't get me wrong they have fire pastries and baked goods On the other hand if you're stopping by for a quick bite for lunch, you can't go wrong with the turkey swiss bacon sandwich. No matter the choice of bread, it is sure to make your day, I'm not sure if the bread is made in house but I'll tell you right now the bread alone is worth the trip over and the chips that accompany your order polish the order nicely the restaurant has a gread ambiance and makes a sitdown lunch well worth the time spent read more

This is my absolute favorite brunch spot in the greater Boston area!! The menu is expansive, including cocktails, coffee options, and smoothies/milkshakes. On Fridays-Sundays, they also serve pie, and their apple pie is the best I've ever had! My fiancé and I frequently hike at Blue Hills (15 min drive away), then stop here afterwards for brunch, and the espresso milkshake is such a good treat after a hike/run! There can be a wait on the weekends, but the line moves fast, and the food is 100% worth the wait. read more

Y'all know I love brunch, and this place had just the right amount of magic to set off our girl's weekend, appropriately called #BostonTeaParty (all tea, ALL shade lol). Located on a quaint strip of small restaurants and cafes, we were surprised to walk into this bustling cafe that quickly accommodated our large group! Our servers were all so sweet, and the beautiful decor and sweet goodies made everything just right! When food arrived, everyone loved the great flavors and accompaniments that set off breakfast and brunch favorites- The perfect berry compost for my friend's brioche French toast and the savory Irish bacon that was included on my burger. We could barely make it through our meal quick enough because our hearts were so set on getting to the baked goodies! At exit, I snagged a few house-made macaroons (YUM at the Blueberry Pie one!) and some petite cookies that I really didn't want to share (sigh... but I did lol). Sweet life will definitely be at the top of my list once I make it back to this lovely city! read more

Sweet Life Bakery & Cafe - Farm fresh omelette! - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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This is my second time here and I was not disappointed. Had a great experience both times. The staff is really friendly and the service is great. I ordered the crab cake burger with fries. It was really delicious. I finished everything on my plate. For drinks the house red sangria is a great choice, refreshing and tasty. Also tried their drink special of the day Tully's sippy cup, not my absolute favorite but it is alright. Has a bit of a bitter after taste that's brief. Some people might not mind it. I'll recommend trying this place if you are looking for something reasonably priced and delicious. read more

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I love Sweet Life! It's been open for a little while , and it's definitely a gem in lower mills. I love coming here for brunch with friends and family. Their ham, egg, and cheese sandwich is my favorite! Fluffy scrambled eggs, gooey cheese , and a creamy honey mustard sauce . The best! They also have delicious French toast and pancakes. But one thing I want to make sure to highlight in this review are the hands of the baker here.....Oh. My. Gooooossshh!!! Everything she bakes is perfection! From the cupcakes to the macaroons, to the giant cookies! delicious! I decided to order a cake from sweet life for my sisters birthday because I loved their desserts so much . I got a purple unicorn chocolate cake with vanilla buttercream and it was GORGEOUS! Everything I imagined and more ! And when we cut it it was the best chocolate cake I've ever had !! Everyone was raving about how good it was ! They are amazing! Unfortunately they aren't taking anymore cake orders at the moment. I was really hoping to order one for my birthday . In the meantime I'll continue to stop by for my brunch and macaroon fix read more

Sweet Life Bakery & Cafe - The cake! - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Where else do you have to pay for syrup when you order French toast? And once someone brought our food we never saw the waiter until he brought the check, and No it was not busy. read more

The food here is amazing, but the service is even better. It starts with Eileen when you walk in the door. She always makes sure everyone is taken care of and seated promptly. We always sit at the counter and have a great experience! read more

10/10 breakfast spot, the staff were very welcoming and the ambiance and good were great overall

Nice breakfast and lunch. It seems a waste to have the bar and outdoor searing but then to close at 3PM. We would come regularly for dinner, if it were available. read more

I went here for breakfast on a Saturday morning. The hostess was very welcoming and helpful with getting my baby seating at the table. I ordered the corn beef hash and it was really flavorful. I also ordered kid pancake. My waitress was attentive and service was fast. The establishment was clean. The environment was family oriented. read more

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I went here for brunch on a Sunday morning and was surprised by how good it was. I got the half portion of the corned beef hash and eggs. For a half portion, it was still a good amount of food and I left feeling very satisfied. The corned beef hash itself was one of the best I've ever had with the perfect combination: strings of corned beef, onions, and potatoes. It was all washed down with a cup of hot black coffee- nice and strong, not watered down at all. In terms of service, I had a great experience. We were seated right away and promptly got our orders taken. The food came out quickly even though tables were beginning to fill up. I will definitely be back soon. read more

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Best place for breakfast/lunch!!! The food is amazing ESPECIALLY the grilled cheese and the Tom Brady mImosa! Me and my boyfriend love coming here as much as we can! We're lucky to live around the corner. The staff is amazing they take the time to get to know you and are amazing at their jobs!!! If you don't try sweet life you're missing out! read more

My first visit. Long wait, pretty much for everything. They were nice though. They seemed to be understaffed. The best grits I've had in a restaurant in a very long time! read more

Sweet Life is my staple breakfast spot in Dorchester. This is a very cute light and bright space, but you're not coming here for frills. You come here for very reasonably priced, delicious food and the local treatment. The chatty staff has the Boston accent to boot. My favorite order is either the power breakfast sandwich or a custom omelette with feta mushrooms and spinach. You won't leave hungry or broke. The portions are huge and the food is super tasty. Not to mention the coffee and iced coffee is strong and good. read more