Zaruma Gold Coffee

Lavender tea here is pure lavender buds and the most amazing lavender drink I’ve had (and I’ve tried many!). No dairy or sweetener additions needed! I love the smoothies - no sweetener and delicious with just real fruit and your choice of yogurt or milk. Very dog friendly with self-serve Milk Bones at the counter. Service has always been great - friendly and providing tips and extras like smoothie bonuses beyond what filled the cup.

This little café is one of the new gems in the Boston area, in every aspect. It is clean, it is well decorated, it has a happy environment, it makes you relax, it makes you feel home. This is a place to enjoy a good coffee with an empanada, they also have pastries, desserts and a variety of fruits, and drinks. Did you like the coffee? Take it home! They sell the Ecuadorian coffee (whole beans and ground) and different souvenirs. I personally tried their coffee, two different empanadas, and I took a crepe cake prepared by the owners, I like them all. The cake was low in added sugar, which I love! I could taste the actual flavors. I stayed there for over an hour to feel the environment. Rocio and Vlad are great hosts; visit them and enjoy a moment at their lovely coffee place. Parking was a little tricky. I had to leave my car on Highland avenue and walk three blocks since all parking around the coffee are for residents only. Disclaimer: I know Rocio and Vlad for several years, however, that does not affect the honesty of my review.

Russian Anthill cake or Muraveinik, Blinis, and more. There is no parking for this place (all residential or lots for other businesses), but if you’re fortunate enough to get here, there is much to enjoy!!! The server is incredibly kind and happy to share his culture and food, and the atmosphere is welcoming. There is a ramp on the side, and plenty of seats and tables with space to walk or roll. I recommend the MANY empanadas too!!! #russianfood #blinchiki #blinis #somervillema #accessforall♿ #ehlersdanlosawareness

Was craving a baklava soooooo bad. So I ordered the baklava from here since it was super close to my place. It was around $5 for half of a full square. SUPER DRY. Not real honey. I think it was old. Only put 3 stars because the cafe is cute inside and the owner seems nice. But overall, would not come here again. I overheard someone also say that a drink that they ordered was “not very good”. I think the owner gave them a new one though, not sure though. I left after taking my baklava LOL. And yes I did eat it anyways because it was $5 and my anxiety that I did not go and ask for a new one/refund. 😄😄

The ambience is lovely. Lots of space to work and free wifi. The coffee is decent but the food is just alright. Nothing to write home about. A few things are decent. Still, a nice neighborhood spot we frequent and generally enjoy.