No single characteristic defines the perfect coffee shop — it may be the place within walking distance of home, the one right by work, or the convenient chain that takes online orders. For some, serious coffee is the priority; others care about the right balance
of ambiance, free wifi, and exceptional pastries. This map features some of the city’s best cafes and coffee shops that meet a variety of needs, from a quick, strong caffeine fix to a place to settle in for an afternoon and catch up on work over a seasonal latte.
In this update: We added Honey’s, a coffee and liege waffle spot in Cambridge, and said goodbye to that location’s former occupant, Curio Coffee. Rite Tea and Espresso Bar at the Charles River Speedway has been swapped for its new look: a coffee, tea, and whiskey hub named Linger.
