This is a must stop whenever I visit Boston. Forget the north end canolli wars, Third Cliff pastries are the best. I first went in for the coffee, now I find the pastries bring me back.Vegetarian options: They also have Vegan and GF alternatives.Parking: There is short term parking but typical Boston challenges, it's worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pain Au Chocolat, Kimchi and Cheese Croissant
Patsy Weatherford
Probably the best baked goods and coffee I've ever had, but seems like when they are open is hit and miss. Staff is always nice, but I think they're so good at what they do, they don't feel the need to be open normal hours. I've never seen a coffee shop/ bakery open at 9am. And closed on Easter? What Easter eggs are you guys hunting?
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Aidan Mundy
Dietary restrictions: Offers several Gluten Free and Vegan options, varied each day. Just as good as their non-restricted offerings.Parking: There is a free parking lot behind the building, though many spaces are reserved for specific businesses.Wheelchair accessibility: Appears to be wheelchair accessible. No elevation change at the threshold.
Don't be in a hurry.Kid-friendliness: Free-range children welcome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Linda Lea Wells
Super friendly staff and incredible croissants. The hardest part is deciding whether to go sweet or savory! My faves are the pain au chocolat and the kimchi cheddar. The coconut cream cold brew is also a treat-and-a-half!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pain Au Chocolat, Kimchi and Cheese Croissant, Cardamom Orange Morning Bun, Guava & Cream Croissant, Family Buttermilk Croissant
Topher
Very friendly service and small, well-planned selection of sweet treats. I love that they have decaf cold brew!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Heather Fortunato
Coffee and crossants at a good primero. Very tastey.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Family Buttermilk Croissant
Luz Solano
Loved it!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Andrew Barrows
This place has become super popular, super quickly. Solid coffee and excellent selection of pastries and bread.
This is the best bakery for classic pastries. I recommend their chocolate or guava and cheese croissants. I’m also a fan of the morning bun. Their menu doesn’t really change but I always order the same things each time I’m there. It’s a very small place but they do have a few tables and bathrooms.
Jim Manning
Stepping into Third Cliff Bakery is like entering a world where the flour is enchanted, the ovens are blessed by the baking gods themselves, and the pastries are so good, they must be plotting to take over the world one crumb at a time. Nestled in the heart of Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts, this bakery is the superhero of the pastry world, cape and all (though the cape might actually just be an apron).Let's talk croissants. I'm convinced they have a secret ingredient (my money's on pixie dust or unicorn smiles) because they're so flaky and buttery, I half-expected them to float right out of my hand and back to their magical homeland. And the lattes? They're like Little cups of joy—if joy was delicious and didn't actually hurt when you bit into it. Each bite sends flavors partying across your taste buds like it's 1999 and Prince is there, cheering them on.But the real cherry on top of this experience is the ambiance and staff. The place is so cozy and welcoming, you'll want to set up a tent and camp out (but please don't, the staff has enough on their hands). Speaking of the staff, they're so friendly and warm, I started wondering if they were part of some secret society dedicated to spreading joy through pastries.In conclusion, Third Cliff Bakery isn't just serving baked goods; they're dishing out happiness
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Kimchi and Cheese Croissant
Chelsea
The best croissants I’ve ever had in my well-traveled life.
This is a must stop whenever I visit Boston. Forget the north end canolli wars, Third Cliff pastries are the best. I first went in for the coffee, now I find the pastries bring me back.Vegetarian options: They also have Vegan and GF alternatives.Parking: There is short term parking but typical Boston challenges, it's worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pain Au Chocolat, Kimchi and Cheese Croissant
Probably the best baked goods and coffee I've ever had, but seems like when they are open is hit and miss. Staff is always nice, but I think they're so good at what they do, they don't feel the need to be open normal hours. I've never seen a coffee shop/ bakery open at 9am. And closed on Easter? What Easter eggs are you guys hunting?
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Dietary restrictions: Offers several Gluten Free and Vegan options, varied each day. Just as good as their non-restricted offerings.Parking: There is a free parking lot behind the building, though many spaces are reserved for specific businesses.Wheelchair accessibility: Appears to be wheelchair accessible. No elevation change at the threshold.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Cardamom Orange Morning Bun, Guava & Cream Croissant, Focaccia Slab
Don't be in a hurry.Kid-friendliness: Free-range children welcome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super friendly staff and incredible croissants. The hardest part is deciding whether to go sweet or savory! My faves are the pain au chocolat and the kimchi cheddar. The coconut cream cold brew is also a treat-and-a-half!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pain Au Chocolat, Kimchi and Cheese Croissant, Cardamom Orange Morning Bun, Guava & Cream Croissant, Family Buttermilk Croissant
Very friendly service and small, well-planned selection of sweet treats. I love that they have decaf cold brew!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Coffee and crossants at a good primero. Very tastey.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Family Buttermilk Croissant
Loved it!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
This place has become super popular, super quickly. Solid coffee and excellent selection of pastries and bread.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best bakery in JP!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This is the best bakery for classic pastries. I recommend their chocolate or guava and cheese croissants. I’m also a fan of the morning bun. Their menu doesn’t really change but I always order the same things each time I’m there. It’s a very small place but they do have a few tables and bathrooms.
Stepping into Third Cliff Bakery is like entering a world where the flour is enchanted, the ovens are blessed by the baking gods themselves, and the pastries are so good, they must be plotting to take over the world one crumb at a time. Nestled in the heart of Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts, this bakery is the superhero of the pastry world, cape and all (though the cape might actually just be an apron).Let's talk croissants. I'm convinced they have a secret ingredient (my money's on pixie dust or unicorn smiles) because they're so flaky and buttery, I half-expected them to float right out of my hand and back to their magical homeland. And the lattes? They're like Little cups of joy—if joy was delicious and didn't actually hurt when you bit into it. Each bite sends flavors partying across your taste buds like it's 1999 and Prince is there, cheering them on.But the real cherry on top of this experience is the ambiance and staff. The place is so cozy and welcoming, you'll want to set up a tent and camp out (but please don't, the staff has enough on their hands). Speaking of the staff, they're so friendly and warm, I started wondering if they were part of some secret society dedicated to spreading joy through pastries.In conclusion, Third Cliff Bakery isn't just serving baked goods; they're dishing out happiness
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Kimchi and Cheese Croissant
The best croissants I’ve ever had in my well-traveled life.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Focaccia By, Anadama Bread, Cardamom Orange Morning Bun, Grapefruit Olive Oil Cake, Guava & Cream Croissant, Family Buttermilk Croissant
Love this place - best croissants in town, and the people are friendly and welcoming too! Line moves fast, if there is one, and worth the wait.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best bakery I’ve ever been
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5