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Pepita Coffee

About Pepita Coffee

Pepita Coffee is a welcoming coffee and tea destination in Cambridge, MA, where quality, comfort, and convenience come together in one inviting space.

Known for its fast service and consistently excellent beverages, this coffee shop has earned a strong reputation with a 4.60-star rating from 194 reviews, reflecting the care and attention that keep customers coming back.

Whether you are stopping in for a carefully brewed coffee, a refreshing tea, or a quick bite, Pepita Coffee offers a polished yet relaxed experience that fits easily into a busy day.

This is a place built for many kinds of visits. Start your morning with breakfast, settle in for brunch or lunch, or enjoy dessert in a casual, cozy, and trendy setting that feels equally suited to solo dining, catching up with friends, or working on a laptop.

With dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and on-site service available, Pepita Coffee makes it easy to enjoy your favorite drinks and food on your schedule. The menu goes beyond the basics, with comfort food, vegan options, vegetarian options, coffee, alcohol, beer, and a great selection of tea, creating something for every taste and occasion.

Guests also appreciate the bar on site, table service, Wi-Fi, and free Wi-Fi, all of which help make the café a practical and pleasant place to spend time.

Pepita Coffee is designed to be accessible and accommodating, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, and toilet, plus gender-neutral toilets and a restroom for added comfort. Reservations are accepted, and payment is simple with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.

Located at 284 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139, United States, Pepita Coffee brings together thoughtful service, a versatile menu, and an inviting atmosphere that makes every visit feel easy and worthwhile. For those seeking a reliable neighborhood spot with strong coffee, great tea, and a genuinely welcoming environment, Pepita Coffee is an excellent choice.

★★★★★ 4.60 rating (194 reviews)
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More Than Just Coffee

Every cup we serve is a small moment of joy, carefully crafted by passionate baristas who care about your experience.

  • Free WiFi
  • Cozy Seating
  • Pet Friendly
  • Local Roasters

Reviews

From our beloved regulars

Cameron

Cameron

year ago

Brewery and a coffee shop, there’s something for everyone here! Enjoyed the seasonal Juniper Latte, flavor was fairly light, but the standout was the spicy hot chocolate! Kitchen does close by 3pm so can’t speak to the food, but drinks and vibes were good! Definitely a louder environment but lots of seating areas available!

S. Lang

S. Lang

6 months ago

Great place to get some work done while sipping a good cup of coffee. Always busy. Affordable food options. Best breakfast burrito in town. Everybody who says otherwise is lying.

Mimi Slaughter

Mimi Slaughter

year ago

Great cappuccino with broadsheet beans. Microfoam was well done and mixed in. Also don’t forget to try Lamplighter brews. Excellent local beers - high quality and unique with great artwork.

Sydney Runkle

Sydney Runkle

6 months ago

This place has a FANTASTIC breakfast burrito. Don’t sleep on the burritos. Also, the black sugar cardamom latte is so lovely when it’s chilly. This is a great cafe to work out of, it’s basically guaranteed that the person next to you is being productive here.

Shiran Soholitsky

Shiran Soholitsky

3 years ago

The best coffee in Cambridge for sure. The coffee is amazing with a great rich flavor that is really hard to find around. I don't usually eat there, only a pastry and a coffee, but every single one of the pastries is delicious. The rest of the food looks really good, and most people are sitting there for a quick breakfast (the prices are definitely fair). It is a great spot for studying or working with your laptop. The music is really good and it feels like an open space for students and people working from home. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

Deborah C

Deborah C

year ago

Great spot to get some work done or just hang out with a book! We came earlier on a Tuesday morning and were easily able to grab a spot. It got way busier around 9-9:30am so I'd recommend coming early, especially if you're with other people. There are outlets spread out around, although some areas I couldn't see one nearby, like the seats by the window right next to the door. There are also gender neutral restrooms down the hall by the counter. I got an iced matcha latte and a pastry, both of which I enjoyed. The prices aren't too bad either. I'd definitely come back in the future!

Jea Kim

Jea Kim

2 years ago

A bustling local café by day and an energetic brewery by night, Pepita Coffee offers a great array of drinks and light eats. During the past few weeks, Pepita Coffee has been one of my go-to spots for coffee and sandwiches. At first glance, the place looks like a secret local gem, but despite its ample seating, encompassing bar stools and comfortable couches, snagging a spot can be a challenge. From their drinks, I really enjoyed their lattes. Both the Earl Grey Latte and the Matcha Latte were smooth, with their bitterness toned down without being overly sweet. Where Pepita really excels is in food. All the sandwiches I tried were spot on with flavors. On the avocado toast, they used large flakes of salt and a pinch of chili powder to enhance the umami of the avocado, and pickled onions and a splash of lime juice to give an extra tang. Served chill, the roasted portobello & caramelized onion sandwich had a satisfying sweetness and smokiness combo that was further enhanced with their special sauce. The breakfast croissant sandwich, complete with a spicy kick from banana peppers, was another great treat. If you’re looking for flavorful light meals and good drinks in a lively atmosphere, I highly recommend checking them out.

Kevin

Kevin

6 months ago

Vibes were immaculate and the food were great brunch servings! Will be back

Mark M.

Mark M.

year ago

Taking business in the front, party in the back and flipping it on its head. As soon as you walk in, there's an energy and an indescribable vibe. Ordering is simple although sometimes confusing if busy. I will admit, at first I thought the Cubano was overpriced at $14, but that price explained itself when they called my name and a massive sandwich was handed to me. Cortados are often misrepresented, and I'm glad Pepita knows its espresso drinks; the juniper syrup adds a nice touch to the fruity and full-bodied espresso. Dozens of options for the craft enthusiast, and from the looks of it, an even better rotation of fun activites and community engagement events. Music in the 'quiet room' was a bit loud, but otherwise the vibe, the food, and the staff were an exceptional representation of Cambridge at its best.

Jinglin Kuang

Jinglin Kuang

2 months ago

Such a nice for weekend morning!! Prefect brunch choice and the people here are really nice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pepita Coffee

Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender safe space
  • University students

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid street parking
  • Somewhat difficult to find a space

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We'd love to see you! Stop by for your favorite drink or to try something new.

Location

284 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139, United States

Hours

Closed · Saturday 8 AM-3 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM-3 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM-3 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM-3 PM
Friday 7:30 AM-3 PM
Saturday 8 AM-3 PM
Sunday 8 AM-3 PM
Monday 7:30 AM-3 PM
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