Boston is known for its love of Dunkin’, but what about the local hotspots for coffee connoisseurs? Boston is home to plenty of them.
George Howell hosted his first coffee shop in Cambridge’s Harvard Square, but has since started a coffee dynasty under his name. With several locations across the city, George Howell Coffee provides deep, strong flavor at the same price as Dunkin’ or Starbucks. The location at Boston Public Market uses dairy from Crescent Ridge, a dairy stall in the market, providing an elevated experience for coffee lovers.
Coffee shops are also a haven for college students submitting assignments on time. The Well Coffee House in Downtown Crossing provides the perfect atmosphere to do so. The Well is a non-profit benefiting a new charity each month. They have a wide selection of flavors from seasonal choices like the New Orleans iced latte or Vanilla Nut Spice coffee, to all the traditional coffee favorites.
Thinking Cup has locations around the city from the North End to Newbury Street. While they don’t have Wi-Fi, the atmosphere also proves a perfect study spot for offline assignments. They have an assortment of coffee to choose from, as well as food items with gluten free and vegan options. Customers can purchase a delicious build-your-own grilled cheese and chocolate chip cookie, along with their choice of drink.
For those with a more experienced coffee palate, Ogawa Coffee might just stand up to your coffee standards. Hidden in the depths of Downtown Crossing, Ogawa is a Japanese take on a traditional coffee shop. While it is on the pricier side, the coffee is worth its larger price tag. It also provides a unique layout, where patrons can sit on a large staircase-platform inside to enjoy their drink.
Blank Street Coffee is another Boston chain with locations across the city. They have many specialty flavors including several matcha flavors like Blueberry Matcha, White Chocolate Matcha and more. The pricing is reasonable, and they have many seating options to study, chat or read.
La Colombe is a hip and trendy coffee brand with a shop located in Seaport. While their beverages are available to purchase at grocery stores, the shop provides a new experience for La Colombe lovers. They have several drinks available on tap including dairy, non-dairy, and seasonal options. The location also provides the perfect outdoor seating for studying in warmer weather.
Pavement Coffeehouse is another Boston favorite. They are locally owned and operated, and it’s the perfect stop for a delicious drink and a quick bite. They have several drink options like all the traditional coffee favorites, as well as bagels and sandwiches for breakfast on the go.
Any of these spots would make a great new destination for all of your caffeine and coffee needs.