Barismo
364 Broadway, Cambridge, MA
Crema's Take
“Barismo is a quiet, intentional neighborhood spot in residential Cambridge where espresso and pour overs are taken seriously, attracting folks who want to linger over thoughtfully made coffee rather than rush through. The vibe leans peaceful and chill with a self-service ethos that appeals to those seeking a genuine third space, though heads up: the lack of wifi and early 3pm closing time mean it works best for a post-work sit rather than all-day work sessions. Kind staff and solid coffee in a residential pocket that feels refreshingly removed from the typical bustling café scene.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast on the menu.
Google Reviews
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…
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…
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.
Crema Reviews
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