Cambridge · Middlesex County, MA

Best coffee in Cambridge

Scout analyzed 49 Cambridge places and surfaced the ones that actually fit coffee.

Places analyzed

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Typical spend

$25

Typical visit

53 min

Best neighborhoods for coffee

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Central Square

3 matching spots

Inman Square

2 matching spots

Kendall Square

2 matching spots

Mid-Cambridge

2 matching spots

Harvard Square

1 matching spots

East Cambridge

1 matching spots

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Inman Square

bōm dough cafe - inman square

This cafe is good for a quick breakfast or lunch stop, perhaps before or after exploring Inman Square. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for food and drinks.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Inman Square

Puritan & Company

Puritan & Company is a suitable choice for a dinner outing, particularly for a special occasion or date night. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours enjoying modern American cuisine, with costs typically ranging from $75-$125 per person.

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$75–$125 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Kendall Square

Glass House

Glass House is a suitable spot for a casual meal or drinks, serving as a primary destination for lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $25-75 per person, making it a moderately priced option.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$25–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Harvard Square

Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Harvard Square

Tatte Harvard Square is good for a casual breakfast or lunch, often crowded but reliable for coffee and pastries. Expect to spend an hour and around $15-35 per person.

FoodShoppingViews

$15–$35 typical45 min visithard parking

Central Square

Cambridge - Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar

This is a good spot for a casual coffee break, light meal, or an evening drink, suitable for working or a quiet chat. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $10-$25 per person.

FoodShoppingCocktails

$10–$25 typical45 min visithard parking

Central Square

Flour Bakery + Cafe

Flour Bakery is ideal for a casual morning or afternoon stop to grab coffee and pastries. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and about $10-25 per person for a light meal or snack.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$10–$25 typical45 min visithard parking

Mid-Cambridge

Broadsheet Coffee Roasters

Broadsheet Coffee Roasters is a good spot for a quick coffee and pastry stop, suitable for a solo break or a casual meeting. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-$15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Kendall Square

Cafe Luna

Cafe Luna is a solid choice for a casual breakfast, brunch, or lunch. Expect to spend an hour and around $15-35 per person for sandwiches, salads, or a hearty brunch item.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$15–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Central Square

1369 Coffee House

This coffee house is suitable for a solo stop for coffee and a light meal, or as a relaxed start to a day out. Expect to spend $10-20 per person for an hour-long visit.

FoodShoppingArts

$10–$20 typical45 min visithard parking

Mid-Cambridge

Asaro Bakery and Cafe

This bakery and cafe is a good spot for a casual solo or small group breakfast or lunch. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and about $10-$25 per person on baked goods, coffee, or Israeli-inspired food.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$10–$25 typical45 min visithard parking

East Cambridge

Cafe Beatrice

Cafe Beatrice is ideal for a quick breakfast, coffee break, or light lunch. Expect to spend $10-25 per person and stay for about 30 minutes, perhaps pairing it with a walk around the neighborhood.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Prospect Hill

Maprang Bakery & Cafe

Maprang Bakery & Cafe is suitable for a quick stop to grab coffee and baked goods, making it a good start to a day or a mid-afternoon treat. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for a visit of about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking