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Thinking Cup

Thinking Cup

Café and Coffee Shop$$$$
Chinatown - Leather District, Boston
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    This café is famous for their espresso. It's one of the most popular in the city!
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    Kit I.
    "Hazelnut latte w/ soy is outstanding - made with actual hazelnuts!"(33 Tips)
    Matias B.
    "Excelent atm, great coffee and the best latte art I've ever seen!"(8 Tips)
    Carmelle L.
    "Delicious roasted turkey sandwich and really good vanilla macaroons"(12 Tips)
    J G.
    "Best macarons and the white chocolate cake is simply to die for"(8 Tips)
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  • Alec O.heart icon on user image
    Alec OrtegaAugust 7, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Best coffee I've ever had and the atmosphere is amazing, come here almost every day. Honey Cinnamon Lattes are my favorite, tea is only $3 for a pot.
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    MNovember 21, 2016
    .Great place to start your day with lovely atmosphere. Here where I felt in love with Cortado after I tried it for the first time 😬. Delicious coffee and their latte art is on point.
  • Faris I.
    Faris IbraheemDecember 2, 2016
    The fact that they don't have WiFi makes it more appealing to me. Don't let this photo fools you, their latte art is usually on point. You just can't go wrong with cafes that brew Stumptown.
  • Tareq A.heart icon on user image
    Tareq AlkhudariFebruary 9, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Great cappuccinos and grilled cheese sandwiches. (Recommend the gruyere). No internet though, and often crowded so please don't sit for 5 years as others want to enjoy it as well
  • Fahad H.heart icon on user image
    Fahad H.April 30, 2015
    Excellent coffee shop in Boston. It has my favourite staff for tea and service is excellent but its crowded. So find a seat before making order🇺🇸
  • Taisiia I.heart icon on user image
    Taisiia I.June 7, 2015
    If you are looking for a healthy option - get their sandwich with multigrain bread and turkey. Don't forget to get a cappuccino, it's amazing here!
  • Adwa
    AdwaMay 15, 2015
    you can find good American coffee all around boston , but best cappuciano is rare to find .and this is the place. amazing muffin and sandwish fresh & light. great atmosphere .
  • Jaein N.
    Jaein NhaMay 21, 2015
    Good vibe cafe, but lacks wi-fi, not a place for getting busy with work. But a good place to catch up or read. Amazing glutenfree treats: tiramisu and grilled cheese all day,wash it down with a chai.
  • Rheart icon on user image
    RMay 25, 2016
    On this day (5/25/2013) in history I was there for my first time. It's a cool place for students, employees,..etc. the place has an old newspaper decoration that make you crave coffee&sweets ☕️🍪🍰😉
  • Noah W.heart icon on user image
    Noah WeissNovember 15, 2015
    Great cappuccino with Stumptown espresso. Also tasty chai latte. No wifi but otherwise relaxed vibe for working.
  • Dmitry A.
    Dmitry AsinovskiyApril 29, 2018
    By far the best cafe in the Central Boston area. Coffee is amazing as if you are in Europe. And sandwiches, bagels and quiches are amazing too!
  • Tainah M.heart icon on user image
    Tainah M.September 8, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Best salted caramel macarons around! Their soy lattes are a must try as well! Too bad the place is always full and empty seats are so hard to find.
  • Parker D.
    Parker DunbarJuly 26, 2013
    hazlenut latte is good, but there's a sedimentary layer of hazelnut pieces at the bottom that I didn't care for. Apple tart filling was a grainy buttery sugar sludge, fruit was delicious.
  • Al S.heart icon on user image
    Al SJuly 5, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Thinking Cup exclusively sells Stumptown Coffee. Buy some to go. And check the roast date on the bottom of the bag to make sure you get the freshest possible roast.
  • Shalabh G.heart icon on user image
    Shalabh GuptaSeptember 18, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Get hazelnut latte. It's made with real hazelnut. Key lime tart is great. Early in the morning you run the risk of getting previous day's leftovers
  • Amy N.
    Amy NewmanOctober 26, 2012
    The seating by the window is prime for people watching. Make your own grilled cheese.. Can't go wrong with any combo but I'm a big fan of the focaccia in particular! Also can't pass up the macarons
  • Sofia P.heart icon on user image
    Sofia PapastamelosJune 7, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Tea and coffee both delicious. Very good pastries, I like the coconut macaroons and chocolate chip cookies. Can get a bit crowded so you may need to wait for a table to sit. Good music!
  • Stacy B.heart icon on user image
    Stacy Bo BacySeptember 2
    Stumptown beans and impeccable service makes this the best place to get coffee before walking around the Common.
  • Philip N.heart icon on user image
    Philip NolanJune 3, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    I highly recommend their chai. All of their pastries are excellent, but the Nutella croissants are exceptional! Crispy and tender in all of the right ways.
  • Joshua K.
    Joshua KagiAugust 6, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    As a native Portlander, I literally stopped in my tracks when I saw the serving Stumptown Coffee sign. It's everything you'd hope for in a PNW style cafe.
  • Heather M.heart icon on user image
    Heather MarsalaOctober 14, 2013
    I know the owner, Hugh. He really put his all into this beautiful cafe and it shows. From the decor to the food selections. Fantastic place with perfect location
  • Seth T.heart icon on user image
    Seth TaplinJuly 2, 2018
    Gluten free Black Forest cake is fantastic! (Even if I have it as dessert with a gluten free breakfast sandwich and a cup of coffee)
  • Murdo C.heart icon on user image
    Murdo ConnochieDecember 29, 2016
    Great coffee and lots of cakes to choose from. Grab a seat if you can.
  • John B.heart icon on user image
    John BoothJuly 30, 2016
    Great coffee shop just off the common, they use Stumptown beans for a good brew. Gets busy so can be hard to grab a seat.
  • The Next Great Generation (Boston)
    This cute little coffee shop is the perfect meeting spot to say hello. The first in Boston to exclusively serve Stumptown Coffee, which was named "Best Coffee in the World" by a bunch of publications. Read more
  • Maya J.heart icon on user image
    Maya Jimenez 😬October 9, 2013
    Coffee, pastries, and sandwiches: this café has it all and does it all well! Pro tip: huddle in on rainy afternoons - best spot to feel nice and cozy.
  • Farida S.
    Farida SOctober 28, 2014
    Loved the ambience. Hated the seating arrangement. But an amazing place to go have a nice cuppa :)
  • T K.heart icon on user image
    T KMay 13, 2018
    Hazelnut latter and Smokin’ Jamaican amazing!!!!! Although a little on a chilly side but gooooood)))
  • Adleyheart icon on user image
    AdleyOctober 13, 2016
    Nice as the second cafe spot they have next to the park! Its bigger and not as crowded!
  • Spencer S.heart icon on user image
    Spencer SchoebenJanuary 9, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Super awesome ambiance. Right across from the Boston Commons. Great coffee, chai, and thick hot chocolate!
  • Lina L.
    Lina L.October 22, 2013
    awesome coffee here! my only complaint is it's always crowded in this store, and there's no wifi access here. head to the one at north end, it's less crowded.
  • Peter W.
    Peter WilsonJune 11, 2014
    The Chai Latte was very foamy, the sign of an experienced barista, and my breakfast burrito with sausage was fantastic. A nice change to my normal Starbucks.
  • Tim F.heart icon on user image
    Tim FOctober 8, 2016
    Great location, great coffee, great selection of pastries. Worth a visit.
  • Kevin D.heart icon on user image
    Kevin DudleyAugust 8, 2014
    This is a great place to fuel up before hiking the Freedom Trail. Great coffee, excellent breakfast sandwiches, and amazing pastries.
  • Lauraheart icon on user image
    LauraFebruary 14, 2016
    I love the chai latte here because it's not overly sweet. They'll even put a shot of espresso in if you ask - perfection.
  • Rheart icon on user image
    RJuly 16, 2015
    I liked the Cappuccino 😍 Heavy and strong 👌. Also the morning bun ❤️~ it's definitely gonna be my Favourite !
  • Kevin H.
    Kevin HaggertyMarch 27, 2013
    The hot chocolate is so good. Also loved the oatmeal- I added cranberries and almonds. Come hungry, because they serve SO much oatmeal!! Awesome spot.
  • Fehnheart icon on user image
    FehnJune 12, 2017
    The granola coffee cake is actually amazing! Just devoured one and might order another!!
  • Brendon S.heart icon on user image
    Brendon SmithJune 5, 2018
    The Tremont St. Thinking Cup location has a classic feel and is surprisingly spacious. Pop in if you're walking around the Common.
  • Pam ☕️ O.
    Pam ☕️ OApril 14, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Quiche here are fantastic! Sip on a Stumptown Kalita pour over after.
  • Sangria W.heart icon on user image
    Sangria WJune 23, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    I fell in love with their iced hazelnut latte! They use real hazelnut in it... the bits of hazelnut in the drink is amazing!
  • Sangeeta
    SangeetaMarch 29, 2013
    French hot chocolate and a selection of fresh, buttery croissants=pure indulgence! The newspaper themed table setting-very retro and cool!
  • Achal V.
    Achal VarmaAugust 22, 2014
    The Salmon lox on Bagel is amazing. Try it with the Cortado! They also have a great array of desserts.
  • Stephanie C.heart icon on user image
    Stephanie CianchettiJanuary 24, 2016
    Great coffee shop. Love the pastry selection. The cupcakes are wonderful! Coffee is great, too!
  • Holly S.heart icon on user image
    Holly SSeptember 27, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Has awesome local coffee and tea! Open till 11pm on weekdays, so it's perfect for late night hot beverage cravings.
  • Lynn V.heart icon on user image
    Lynn VerPlankMarch 2, 2016
    Love the lattes! Am a huge fan of Stumptown Coffee and am stoked to have a place in Boston to get it.
  • Lauren M.heart icon on user image
    Lauren MacAugust 9, 2015
    Creamy cappuccino, proximity to the Commons, and adorable tables with newspaper underlay.
  • Matias B.heart icon on user image
    Matias BrunoApril 29, 2016
    Excelent atm, great coffee and the best latte art I've ever seen! Go if you visit Boston!
  • Aunz T.heart icon on user image
    Aunz TanwutthanakulDecember 13, 2014
    One of cool cafés in downtown Boston! Good taste n Good place 😎
  • Ashley B.heart icon on user image
    Ashley BApril 25, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Super crowded (good luck finding a seat!), but great coffee and pour overs. Also, pastries and sandwiches.
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