Barismo

NO WIFI FOR CUSTOMERS IN 2026 Since I go to cafes primarily to work, this is a deal-breaker for me. Cafes are meant to be 21st century third spaces, and by refusing internet connectivity this establishment refuses that responsibility. It's also expensive.

Both the coffee and the coffee purchase experience were disappointing. I am using an Aeropress coffee maker with my grind set closer to Filter as it was before for other coffee and the Clockwork espresso blend is just .... Ok. For the buying experience , I was disappointed with the limited variety that was available for purchase and the guidance was essentially "yeah, you might like this one" vs the guidance & knowledge from a great place like Coffee Exchange in Providence. A solid 3 stars for Barismo all around.

Nice place, pretty good coffee. Kind staff! However, they close (door locked) every single day over 15 minutes before closing time. 3 pm is already the earliest closing time for a coffee shop in all of cambridge…. Would be great if they stayed open until closing.

Solid little neighborhood cafe in Mid-Cambridge. Dropped by a couple times after work, and both times, the vibe was super chill. It’s located in a quiet residential pocket, so you won’t see many students cramming for finals. Instead, it’s mostly locals reading, chatting, or just enjoying the calm vibes. Plenty of open seats even during the peak lunch hours. Barismo clearly take their coffee seriously. Full roasting setup/equipment and a bunch of kegs to store freshly brewed coffee. Unfortunately, my nitro cold brew was from the tail end of the keg, so it lacked some of the aroma, but still had a nice velvety body and those signature bubbles on top. Definitely trying a fresher pour next time. Food is pretty simple here, but everything I’ve tried was solid. No frills, just warm and satisfying. The burrito could’ve used more salsa or hot sauce, but the quesadilla plate came with curried cauliflowers that added a nice twist. Prices are fair, portions are reasonable, and the whole place just feels unpretentious. Still doesn’t top Cicada or Pepita for me, but if you’re nearby, it’s a good option.

I think this is more like a self service kinda cafe. The coffee is really nice, I order the pour over and it was very good. The AC is nice with the heat outside. Very quiet and peaceful place.