Daphne's Tears Bakery Cafe

Daphne's Tears Bakery Cafe

1094 Pleasant St, Worcester, MA

★★★★★4.5(53 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This cozy Worcester newcomer has already won hearts with its ceremonial matcha tea and inventive specialty drinks that go well beyond standard coffee shop fare, though the skilled espresso work occasionally leans bitter. The real magic happens when you settle in with one of their exceptional savory pastries like cheddar and chive scones or a Turkish sausage sandwich, paired with refreshing seasonal creations like their iced honey lemon ginger tea. Staff like Zeania and Anil genuinely remember regulars and create the kind of welcoming, unhurried atmosphere that makes you want to linger—even if the space itself is still finding its footing.

What to expect

Strong matcha and tea selection, with creative signature drinks, good cold brew. Slow-sit spot. Pastries and light food on the menu.

Slow sitSignature drinksLight foodCold brewTraditional drinksSpecialty drinksMatcha & teaPastries

Google Reviews

Kimberly Coale
★★★★★a month ago

I tried out Daphne's Tears earlier in the week. It wasn't great, to be honest. The barista was friendly enough but did not seem to know what she was doing. The bagel I ordered was cold and hard and the ginger lemonade was not good at all. I will give it another shot though. We…

Rosebud 211
★★★★★4 months ago

Stopped in for my first time yesterday. I tried the blueberry scone, cappuccino and the Famous Ceremonial Matcha Tea. Everything was excellent! The prices are a bit higher for the Worcester area but you get what you pay for. This is a top quality cafe which has become a new…

Crystal Stobart
★★★★★5 months ago

Their cheddar & chive scones were amazing. Coffee was a little bitter for me, but they had sugar readily available.

Tyler Wills
★★★★★a year ago

Went here with my family on 5-05-2025 , my Aunt treated us for a special treat. Zeania Anil seemed to know my aunt well ! Zeania and Anil were friendly and helpful. We ordered The White Chocolate Moch Espresso Iced Coffee a little too strong but not bad, and my mom got the…

Iman Al-shawk
★★★★★a year ago

AMAZING new hidden gem in Worcester! I had an iced honey lemon ginger tea and it was so refreshing , just the right amount of sweetness! I also had the Turkish sausage (sujuk) sandwich which is everything you want in a sandwich. Crispy bread, melted cheese, flavorful sausage.…

Caitlin
★★★★★a year ago

We were excited to hear of a new coffee spot in Tatnuck - we stopped in this weekend during their second week open. Upon first impression, the layout and atmosphere left much to be desired, but the staff were welcoming and patient as we browsed the menu. We got a sausage, egg &…

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