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Trident Booksellers & Cafe

Bookstore and Café

Back Bay West, Boston

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Ranked #2 for breakfast food in Boston
"Great lemon ricotta french toast (on Challah bread, holla!)"(5 Tips)
"The Lattes are the best and the Morning Monte Cristo is delicious."(7 Tips)
"Love the cape codder sandwich!"(4 Tips)
"Free wifi and the best stuffed French Toast in the world!"(4 Tips)

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Fernando Robles CoulterNovember 3, 2017
Don’t let the bookstore front fool you. The breakfast here is amazing. These are toast with honey ham jam and a lot of delicious insides. Sweet and savory perfect.
Yera HaOctober 15, 2014
Been here 10+ times
This cozy spot is a must when you're in the area. They (fairly) recently renovated + added 2nd floor seating, where you can catch a cool view of Newbury. Get the breakfast burrito or any hot drink!
Matt LintottDecember 12, 2015
The Monte Cristo Breakfast item is Amazing and so is the Vanilla Chai Latte Perfection if you have a sweet tooth. Very friendly and efficient service. The Menu has some great options a must visit.
Kat 🐱November 19, 2017
Great place to work/study. They have free WiFi (not the fastest) and comfortable seats. The hot chocolate is not as rich as I'd like but hey, just paying $4.30 let me stay here for a couple hours!
Laura WongNovember 16, 2016
Great locally owned bookstore and restaurant. Portions are huge, lots of smoothie and juice options. Also hosts a lot of events like trivia, sip&script, plant nite etc...
Minnie KimAugust 17, 2014
Really great brunch food! The apple & Brie omlette was amazing, along with the lemon ricotta filled French Toast and the Frittata! The smoothies were delicious as well :) wonderful place for brunch!
Jeremy KrantzNovember 6, 2014
One of my favorite indie bookshops, they also serve up some awesome food and have some great café drinks. Try their Tibetan momos! Or their pancakes! Yum!
Mohammad RedaJune 11, 2021
Been here 5+ times
The fried sweet potato and the sauce it comes with taste really good and the size was more than enough. Also, the cold brew with hazelnut and almond milk is one of the best I've tried in Boston.
Bhavin GandhiJanuary 14, 2018
My god!! It has been 3 years since I moved to Boston. How the heck did I miss this cafe/book shop. Incredible food. I genuinely think this is one of the best cafes in Boston.
Sofia PapastamelosMay 31, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Fun and unique place in the heart of Boston. Sit down to a awesome menu of delicious breakfast foods. Recommend the corned beef hash.
Mary GlazenerOctober 31, 2015
I got the huevos Ranchero and homeade lemonade! Fanastic, cozy great for studying or just grabbing a bite. Wide variety of book choices if you want to grab a book to read too. Free wifi too
George MaierOctober 4, 2016
Been here 5+ times
One of the only full service coffee, food, and work hangouts. Excellent service and weekly writer / expert talks.
Brooke WendellJanuary 11, 2020
Short rib Benedict! Great beer selection. Will be back to try the lemon ricotta French toast! Vast menu with tons of good stuff. Pleasantly surprised by this spot. Hidden gem for sure!
Keri GarelJune 25, 2014
Been here 100+ times
A great spot to sit, snack, and study during the week. Take your time! They'll leave you alone. (The sole downside: the prices have risen astronomically since I started coming here in 2006.)
Vanessa GatlinJanuary 15, 2015
(Best of Boston 2014-BREAKFAST) Improper Bostonian says, "Here, breakfast is an all-day, every-day affair, and we certainly wish we could start (or end) each day with a freshly squeezed juice blend."
Debbie CraigAugust 1, 2014
Delicious food. No typical beers. On the 2nd floor w lots of windows overlooking Newbury St. Try the portobello mushroom quesadillas!
Rue La LaSeptember 5, 2012
Incredible breakfast, all day long. You'll have to wait if you go during brunch on weekends, but we say it's worth it. Try the ricotta stuffed french toast for brunch or sweet potato fries for lunch.
Nikole FuquaMarch 21, 2015
The Lemon Ricotta Berry French toast is fantastic. Also the Belgium waffle and the hash browns are a must try. Great service.
XavierOctober 18, 2017
My favorite, the prosciutto brie sandwich !!!
Matías GagliardoneMay 31, 2021
Lovely bookstore with plenty of books, games and more stuff. The on-sale books section has great bargains.
DeskploreDecember 21, 2013
"Good for Work/Study" - 4 Stars, "Food & Service" - 5 Stars. Trident is a spacious place with plenty of seats available but electric plugs are limited. Reliable WIFI. Great food for lunch or brunch.
Kat 🐱November 19, 2017
Stop by the front book shelf and read their book recommendations! I'm sure you'll find a couple interesting books to add to your reading list.
Jake SmithDecember 22, 2011
There's a cart in the back for those books that you picked up, decided you didn't want, and couldn't remember where it was supposed to go. Make the employees' job easier: use this cart!
AnthonyJuly 12, 2015
Such a delicious brunch selection, and then there's an entire bookstore for you to peruse right after your meal.
Brendan SullivanMarch 1, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Trivia upstairs on Friday night! Get there before 8 to guarantee a table since it's popular. Not your standard pub quiz about sports and movies; more nerdy and eclectic.
Kristin BedardOctober 13, 2010
This place is awesome! Chill atmosphere, great books, delicious food. Plus they serve coffee drinks and beer and wine, and they have free wifi, AND you can charge your phone, computer, etc.
Stacy Bo BacyMarch 24, 2019
A lovely place to shop, eat, or get work done, as the WiFi and service is great.
The Next Great Generation (Boston)January 20, 2012
Trident is an escape from the retail therapy and often-overpriced dining options. Seating may be tough to find, but the food is heavenly, and there’s free WiFi and plenty of places to sit and work. Read more
Jenny CarronAugust 9, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Their breakfast options are amazing— I'm sure their other food is great too, but I just can't stop myself from ordering the breakfast burrito every single time!
Allegra FloresJuly 13, 2012
Great coffee and breakfast. Fry basket, avocado and havarti melt, and "momo" dumplings are delicious as well. Service is consistently sub-par, and most sandwiches/burgers aren't worth eating.
MartinAugust 14, 2016
Kind of pricy for a breakfast spot but very delicious. The bookstore/cafe vibe is soothing. The breakfast sandwich with avocado is a must
Dana FAugust 7, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Not only do they have a great book and magazine selection but they have really tasty food too. Check out the 'perpetual breakfast' menu or the amazing Cape Codder sandwich.
Jen O'NeillDecember 12, 2011
Challah bread French toast is amazing. So is their coffee. Breakfast for dinner whenever you want. Plus, free wifi and it's open til midnight. You can truly do no wrong at Trident.
SarahDecember 30, 2016
Food is good (not great) but staff is so friendly and this is such a cute spot! One of my favorites in Boston for sure!!
Shannon FarrarSeptember 4, 2015
Heard about this gem through the web/word of mouth. Absolutely ecstatic that I finally made my way inside! Incredible selection of books..found myself browsing for a good hour and a half...
NaiaraAugust 29, 2015
Been here 10+ times
This place is great. For every book and yummy food lover. The brie and apple omelette is amazing!
Sarah cMarch 2, 2016
The place is crowded but you never have to wait long for someone to leave or for your order. Staff never seems out of sorts or crazy. Awesome place to spend an hour people watching in Newbury St
Kat KimOctober 14, 2011
Browse the bookstore first to pick up a few you're interested in. Then get a table, order a latte and the French Onion soup while you peruse your picks. A great way to spend an afternoon.
Carly B. McNeilFebruary 20, 2016
Been here 10+ times
The perfect place for a bookworm and brunch addict. Their fresh juices are all must-haves! My favorite is Gail's Kale.
Mary AdkinsMarch 8, 2015
The apple and brie omelet was the best omelet I've ever had. Service is a little slow, but grab a book and enjoy your time there
Spencer HansenSeptember 4, 2019
Food was good. Atmosphere is nice. Service was sub-par. I had the smoked salmon skillet, which was very good. The atmosphere is charming and fun. However, our waiter seemed really cold and indifferent
Stephen BarresiFebruary 13, 2015
The staff picks right inside the door offer some good selections if you can't decide what to read next.
Senator John BlutarskiApril 6, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Food & drinks in an independent bookstore make for a special kind of delight. A great place to pass an hour or two; not the right spot if you're in a rush.
Emma SimpsonFebruary 13, 2017
You should request table and then browse books until they text you. Probably wait 45 mins for a table but worth it. Although grilled cheese is not good!!!
Kethrellan PetersonJune 10, 2016
Good food and great books. Easy to spend hours here. Try the Yerba Mate Latte!
Boston.comAugust 4, 2014
Count the Trident Bowl as one more reason to love the Trident. The bowl features your choice of grain base; kale, Brussels sprouts, sweet potato chunks, chickpeas and beets; and marinated tofu. Read more
Scott KleinbergJune 25, 2017
What a cool trip back to when bookstores were cool. The cafe is crowded but nice.
Michael PanJuly 27, 2015
Been here 10+ times
A bit pricey, but in a great location for people watching. Get a seat on the patio and try the cape codder sandwich.
Baris WanschersJune 19, 2015
The portobello quesadilla is the best. Try it. You won't be disappointed.
Jeff ByrnesAugust 9, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Brunch is awesome, but get there early. And of you're more into lunch, and feel like a kid, get the chicken fingers.

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