Hi-Rise Bakery

56 Brattle Street, Harvard Square (in Boston)
617-492-3003
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Recommended

This is a great little independent bakery amongst the increasingly chain restaurant presence of Harvard Square in Boston. It is on a side street which feels relatively private, despite its close proximity to the hustle and bustle of the square proper. In the warmer months there is ample seating outside on a large patio partially shaded by large trees. In the colder months there is seating upstairs (I didn't check this out so am not sure how many people it holds).

I came for breakfast on the Boston Globe's recommendation of their Green Eggs and Ham breakfast sandwich ($6.50), though they also offer lunch. It was worth the drive to Harvard for this unique breakfast sandwich. It consisted of a fresh egg fried layered with fresh sauteed spinach and thick pieces of bacon. I also tried an offering from their bakery, a small ginger roll which was also excellent and not overly sweet with a great ginger taste. Their coffee was good, even the decaf seemed fresh.

Overall, I'd certainly recommend the Hi-Rise Bakery if you are out and about or staying near Harvard Square for both their food and the lovely outdoor seating in the summer.