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    Thinking Cup

    4.2 (1k reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Brownie + Iced Americano
    Connie L.

    Thinking Cup is a convenient place to get a refreshment for your Newbury St shopping day! Despite being busy, the staff are helpful + efficient. We tried their brownie which was thick, fudgey, and indulgent. Their americano tasted relatively standard... slightly too sour though. The flavor could've been smoother.

    Matcha Basque Cheesecake
    Kayla N.

    Service was good, there was a lot of indoor and outdoor seating. It was a little loud but not too bad. There weren't any outlets in the top section indoors, but the area on the bottom floor closer to the bathroom had outlets. There weren't any prices in the display box for the desserts and pastries, so I was pretty surprised when the tiramisu and matcha basque cheesecake totaled $16. I thought it was definitely overpriced so I wouldn't go again, but the food was pretty good as well.

    Vacuum. Boxes. A mess.
    Mary Jane R.

    Classic turkey sandwich cut into quarters for easy sharing. Hearty helping of turkey, nicely toasted grain bread, Dijon mustard, lettuce and tomato. Classic! We sat in the back room which didn't have great atmosphere and needed a good sweep, but the front room was full and noisy with people having a good time. It is a little run down.

    Iced matcha and Latte
    Nat P.

    Came here years old and came back to try again and still had not disappoint. This is definitely my go to spot for breakfast! Such cozy vibes and very inviting. They make their coffee and matcha just right, their breakfast selection is amazing starting from pastries to even their steel cut oatmeal. The staff members here are nice and friendly. All very accommodating which is very appreciative! Every time I come here is already busy and crowded but the line moves fast. It can be tough to find a seat but if you're willing to wait, then it is worth it! Or better yet, just grab your food and coffee and enjoy it at the nearby public garden !

    Dan R.

    "And my cold hands needed a warm, warm touch And I was thinkin' about you" (Norah Jones) We had a big group from our conference walk over for breakfast and Thinking Cup treated us very well. When you enter the Thinking Cup, you'll see a big menu on the left wall and a long showcase of goodies on the right wall leading to the register. They sell quite a variety of coffee drinks - drip coffee, café au lait, espresso, macchiato, latte, cappuccino, mocha, Americano, French hot chocolate, chais, and plenty of teas. Thinking Cup's website has quite a statement about the coffee they sell! Ever hear of Portland Oregon's Stumptown Coffee. I wasn't familiar with the name at all, but apparently it was named "Best Coffee in the World" by NPR, The New York Times, Food & Wine Magazine, and USA Today. It lived up to the hype and was very good. I should have ordered a second cup for the walk back to the hotel. Food is very well represented as well with breakfast bagels, breakfast sandwiches, breakfast burritos, smoked salmon, and deli sandwiches. Of course they have plenty of baked goods -scones, croissants, muffins, cookies, Biscottis, focaccia, rice crispy treats, macaroons, tortes, Madeleines, and tiramisu. Oatmeal and chia seed pudding were also available. My wife and I grabbed a bacon scone ($3.25), Madeleine, and an almond croissant ($3.50) from the showcase and sat in the back dining room. Those of our group that ordered egg sandwiches or egg plates had their orders brought over to our table pretty soon. My scone was wonderful, crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside with delicious bacon sprinkles cooked within. The Madeline was great too - a sweet little sponge cake pastry. Service was great, we had a group of at least 20 and they handled our food and drinks flawlessly. PRO TIPS They're open every night until 7 or 9:00, so you can grab dinner or a late-night snack. Don't overlook the very cool tables in the front room with copies of old Boston newspapers embedded into the tabletops.

    Galavanting G.

    I really like this Thinking Cup on Newbury St. It's got that cozy, quaint feeling. The coffee is always good and the baked goods are great. They have one of the best almond croissants anywhere. To the review bashing this place for a ban mi sandwich try going to a Vietnamese place. Who gets a Vietnamese sandowdy at a Cafe???? To the other reviewer complaining about Wi-Fi, seriously? You give a place 1 star for that? Ignore the bad reviews please. This place is a gem. Staff is alwyas friendly. It does get very busy so plan accordingly. I enjoy going first thing in the morning when it's quiet before the hell of work begins. Arrivaderci!

    Iced matcha latte
    Angelina R.

    This is by far my favorite cafe in all of Boston! Time and time again, it delivers on all levels- flavor, price, vibes, and service. I always have a great experience coming here to get work done, its has the perfect calming New England atmosphere to create a space for productivity and creativity. Also, their food is delicious despite being incredible cheap especially for Boston. You MUST spend an afternoon here at some point if you live in the city, it's such a fun spot.

    Tom C.

    A busy coffee house with delicious looking desserts (we did not indulge). Service was fast and efficient. My latte was good with no bitter after taste. Just wish my coffee was a bit more robust. Overall, I would recommend.

    Grilled Cheese
    Rajandeep D.

    The last time I visited Thinking Cup, I enjoyed a delicious grilled cheese sandwich made with sourdough bread and Aged Manchego cheese. So, when I was back on Newbury Street, I couldn't resist stopping by for it again. As always, the café was super busy, but don't let the crowd deter you--service here is impressively quick and the cafe is quite spacious considering the location. The staff are friendly and efficient. This time, however, my grilled cheese fell a little short of perfection; the cheese wasn't fully melted. While that was a bit disappointing, it was still delicious.The nutty taste of Aged Manchego cheese is the backbone of this sandwich in my opinion. I'll definitely be back to Thinking Cup to try something different.

    Outside with seating
    Tom M.

    Loved this little coffee shop on Newbury. Nice menu for breakfast and lots of delicious desserts and pastries . I did order the cinnamon honey latte and it was good, not great. Lacked the flavor I expected. Wonderful ambiance and seating is fairly plentiful but nice view out front. Outdoor seating as well. Very friendly staff. Definitely would come back and try the latte again!

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    11 years ago

    Cute coffee shop in the Back Bay area. I had their chai latte, which was yummy. I love watching people walk by Newbury St.

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    11 years ago

    I lovee their delicious french hot chocolate. Very convenient location near work and the common.

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    Favorite Coffee Shop!! I frequent this spot for coffee and an occasional breakfast. Good food, great coffee, perfect ambiance!

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    Homemade caramel syrup mixed in with the iced lattes hit the spot. My go-to coffee spot in Boston!

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    Bitter espresso: barista was polite about it and offered me another cup. I didn't take him up on it.

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    The coffee is good but what brought me back was the yummy quiche. It came with a little salad. Made for a very filling breakfast.

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    Great traditional Tiramisu! Its soaked with alcohol on the bottom and is not too sweet throughout. Just perfect

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    Spinach and mushroom quiche was really delicious. Coffee is good. Would be five stars if they had power points to charge a laptop.

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    12 years ago

    Amazing iced coffee! It's the best I've had in Boston so far. Try the ginger one, because it's unique and tasty!

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    11 years ago

    Delicious creamy latte and totally delectable fruit tart. Cozy but a bit noisy. I wish they had more space and some quiet books.

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    Do they have outlets to charge laptops, phones, etc..?

    Yes.

    Do they have wifi and are they still open for dine in?

    Unsure about WiFi, yes for dine-in

    Are they open for dine in?

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    Do they have an oat milk option for their coffee?

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