Uncommon Grounds

575 Mt Auburn St, Watertown
(617) 924-9625

Recent Reviews

Howard Hoffman

One of my favorite breakfast restaurants in East Watertown. That’s saying something because there are 5 or 6 excellent places near East Watertown. California Omlette and California Benedict for us. Delicious! And I love the Coffee. Not a common brand (get it?). String but good.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Christian Pimentel

The ladies gave unbelievable service and attention.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ben Robinson

Serves was fast and the food was excellent! Hostess was attentive to an accidently syrup spill. Very apologetic. We all learn from mistakes;)

Glenn Van Aller

This place rocks! My local go to breakfast and lunch place. Nice people. My only complaint is that seating is limited during colder months. I've eaten here for years. Love it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Matt H

I sat down with a group here on a Saturday morning. The seating is an interesting concept with no hostess and it’s more of a free for all as you wait for a table. There’s also no waitress to take your order as you order at the counter. The food was about average for diner food but at least the prices were low.Edit - I appreciate the condescending reply!! Let me enlighten you on another interesting concept; people read reviews before going places and might want to be aware of the mayhem they are going to get themselves into. There is nothing on your website that says this is counter service. I’ve also never waited 20 minutes to get a seat at Panera which I would’ve like to have known before waiting for mediocre food.While we’re at it, who charges for extra for maple syrup? You’re like the spirit airlines of breakfast places.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

heidi daud

This place is charming and has great fresh food, all your traditional favorites plus more! Very tasty and satisfying, with great presentation. The staff is exceptional and super organized!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

heidi d.

This place is one of the best breakfast places I have found. Food is fresh and delicious with satisfying portions. Traditional breakfast plus more! Great service with an attentive staff in such a vibrant atmosphere.

Grace Geller

Favorite breakfast and lunch spot in Boston area! Homefries are perfect every time.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Brian & Ferd

We love coming here, feels like home! The food is always delish, the specials are creative, and the staff are friendly.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

JoAnn Biederman

The food is amazing! The coffee is surprisingly smooth with a deep bouquet. Seating is crowded in the small space available. They ask for guests to not linger longer than an hour. Ordering is at the counter even for those seated in the restaurant. I'm rather introverted and find the crowded seating and counter ordering to be uncomfortable. The discomfort of the crowd is contrary to the relaxing comfort the atmosphere is intended to be.Dietary restrictions: They offer alternatives for milk and other items.Parking: They have a small lot with roughly 20 parking spaces close together. No reserved handicapped parking.Wheelchair accessibility: The door is leveled to the ground and wide enough for a wheel chair. I did not see a button to automatically open though.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Breakfast Combo Platter

Caesar Naples

Friendly, family run place with amazing food.We're regulars... it's that good!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Classic Eggs Benedict, Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Fran Yuan

Amazing food. Huge variety. Large quantity. Tasty.Vegetarian options: PapusaParking: Street parking tooKid-friendliness: Active place but small

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Howard H.

This place is consistently great. I often get the California Omelette. The coffee is so good, a brand you don't usually find. Great stuff.

Shayla DeGeorge

Got the veggie burrito, caprese sandwich, and cinnamon bun iced latte— all were extremely delicious and flavorful. Would come back again!

Pema Khando

food looks amazing and i was so excited to eat it before a long shift at work, but unfortunately there are no utensils so i may never know…The option to select utensils is not provided in your online order.

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