Barrington Coffee Roasting Company

I enjoyed a chai latte and an almond croissant while working here for a couple of hours. Both of my selections were wonderful. I was a bit disappointed that my drink did not have any latte art and that they were unable to heat up my croissant. However, both items were delicious. One suggestion would be to include a list of all the drinks on the wall. I had to ask if they do a chai latte, but it was not listed on the menu.
I love that this place has natural sunlight flowing in. It is a bright, pleasant environment with plenty of seating. I was here on a Wednesday, and it was busy but not crowded. The wifi was great as well. I look forward to my next visit!

Small location but one of my favorite places to get coffee in Boston. Very few seats but definitely a good place to grab coffee while you’re shopping on Newbury St.

My review is only for the coffee here as I have not really explored any of their other drinks or their food products; regardless, this is a FANTASTIC addition to the Back Bay. The coffee is some of the best I’ve had and the staff are consistently kind and welcoming. Although it can get crowded on weekends, it is often a great place to sit quietly and read a book and relax. This is definitely a nice change from the overcrowded Starbucks nearby…
Plus, they’re on levelup!

My cappuccino was way too hot. Er, um, I guess I mean my «espresso with milk». Flavor was okay, but I burnt my tongue on the initial taste. As it cooled, I didn’t enjoy it as much. Latte art was on point, texture was not. Staff were decently friendly but not what I would consider hospitable. Menu options were ostracizing and weird.
I found it funny that a tasting note on one of their bags was «perfume».

This coffee shop serves excellent coffee. Service is quick and the quality is very good. I got a latte and I recommend it. Seating is limited inside, but I believe during the summer they have outdoor seating. There is also a water dispenser with glasses to provide customers with glasses of water while they enjoy their coffee. The coffee shop also serves some pastries, but I haven’t tried them. The shop is conveniently located on Newbury Street and should definitely be tried.

My wife and I drink a lot of coffee. We’ve tasted everything there is to have in Boston, and we both agree that Barrington Coffee Roasters is the best coffee in Boston. The menu and the space is minimalist, but that allows them to focus and provide a great product. The staff is friendly and have great attitudes. There are plenty of seats to be had inside and outdoors on the patio and as mentioned by others the Wi-​Fi is free and fast.

Barrington Coffee Roasting Company Voted in Zagat 2014 * «21 Hottest Coffee Shops in the U.S.» * A cool vibe meets coffee in this Bay location.

There’s a dearth of good café’s in Back Bay so Barrington is a welcome addition. They have a simple and elegant menu. Great drip coffee. They make a very good almond latte, which is rare in Boston (and on the east coast in general). Almond milk doesn’t steam easily, you need quality milk in the right ratio otherwise it taste’s bitter and metallic. Barrington does a good job here, their almond milk latte is smooth and vibrant (the best almond milk latte remains the wood cat in LA).
The interior has a minimalist aesthetic and wood tables. While it’s nice to look at, it’s not exactly pragmatic. Not an ideal place to sit and chat with friends. The inside seating is limited but they have outdoor seating. There are stools by the window for individuals to read/​study. I have yet to try their steampunk coffee but all the other espresso drinks have been on point.
Their prices are a bit high and their food options are limited. Still Barrington has some of the best espresso in back bay and is well worth a visit.

I had the opportunity to spend a little bit of time at Barrington Coffee Roasting Company on a recent visit to Boston. Of the many coffee drinks offered at Barrington, I opted for a cup brewed by the shop’s Steampunk system. I was not familiar with this method of brewing before then and was really intrigued by the whole thing. As it was explained to me by the knowledgeable barista, their system allows them to brew individual cups to perfection by tailoring the brewing method for the particular type of roast offered that day. Having never tasted a cup brewed by this system, I can tell you that it tasted very different from the many other coffees I’ve sampled in my lifetime. It had a clean taste, one that allowed the flavors of the roast to shine through in a really brilliant way. It was an extremely enjoyable cup of coffee. As I sipped this delicious brew, I sat at one of about a dozen tables and got some work done. The environment was rather laid back, probably because I came in about an hour from closing, but regardless, the space was conducive to both being productive and relaxing. All in all, this was a great introductory experience to an excellent, modern coffee shop.

There is not a lot of seating, but if you do snag a seat, it is an excellent place to work! The lighting is good, and there is an outlet at every seat. The table space is perfect for a laptop and a notebook — so you have plenty of space to read. Also, the coffee is fantastic, and you can get a cup of steamed milk for a reasonable price. Service is friendly, though they once forgot about my coffee. It’s pretty pricey for a coffee on the run, but not bad if you plan to stick around. They also have outdoor seating for nice weather.

+Best chai latte
+Outdoor and indoor seating
+Barista asked patron playing disruptive music to turn it down or put on headphones
+takes LevelUp
+close to my workplace
+currently serves affogato (summer 2015)
+fast wifi, lots of outlets and natural light
–No flavored syrups
–Lack of café fare, saw multiple flies in the pastry case

Cool coffee simplicity. They have this complicated steam machine that looks like something that would make coffee for George Jetson or Asimo the Honda robot. Water shoots up a clear tube and I observed one of the baristas explaining the process of brewing. The system was totally automated and like watching for a reaction in high school chemistry class. In the end it produced a coffee. Really eclectic simple and chill is the best way I can describe the place. Functionally speaking every upscale hip neighbourhood needs a gaggle of high quality Java outfits for those who need that extra jolt in their day! There is both a nice relaxing area inside and also outside. Since the morning I visited my choice was to enjoy a cappuccino inside. It was creamy and lighter roasting tasting but different all together. Okay I was thinking it tasted pretty darn good. Overall a really solid coffee joint.

With Thinking Cup and Pavement around the area, it was hard for me to commit to Barrington. However, I am very happy I did, because my iced coffee was delightful. This isn’t for the sweet tooths. Since they didn’t have flavored iced coffees, I got a plain iced coffee and added my own syrup, sugar, and cream. This worked out well since I find sweetened iced coffees, macchiatos, and lattes to be too sweet at most cafes. This is a nice place to bum around with your laptop. I hope they expand their menu because I will be back.

In a subterranean space on Newbury Street is this well known Boston purveyor of fine coffee. I was in town and had already gone to the Thinking Cup for an iced coffee. Admittedly already feeling fully caffeinated, I ventured here to buy some fresh roasted beans after reading so many great reviews.
The digs are clean and minimalist. Wifi is probably one attraction here as I watched several coffee drinkers sip and log on to their laptops. They have a few table outside where you can sit and enjoy a cup of coffee. But for me what sets this place apart from the establishment down the street which boasted much nicer space, fancier and much better food options and an atmosphere which is much better for a meet up and chat over coffee and a light bite is THE ACTUAL COFFEE!
There are so many different varietals of beans and the chalk board and along with the staff are helpful in discerning which to purchase. I opted for a medium blend from India (the Kalle Peaberry) which was ground on the spot for me to take back home. And wow… making this coffee at home was just spectacular. The brew has notes of butterscotch cream and chocolate just as described. The fineness of the grind worked perfectly in my moccamaster coffee machine from Technivorm. I just finished my stash and will be sure to order it online.
If you are into the actual beans, this coffee spot is your place. If you seek atmosphere, creative coffee and espresso drinks and fancy food, I suggest you find a different coffee place. This one is straight up coffee and the Barrington Roasters know how to do it right!

It’s a little café with both outdoor and indoor seating. Inside you can find a bar, some tables and another tall bar to standup or just sit on a tall chair. On this bar you can see the outdoor seating and the street, which is very pleasant.
The music is not too loud and the WiFi works pretty good, so it’s a good spot to work some tine during the day whilst having breakfast or brunch.
The coffee is strong, served in a ceramic cup if you take it there. I haven’t tried anything else, but the place looks pretty good.

Minimalist coffee roasters with a curated selection of baked goods, lightning fast (and free!) wifi and ample window seats for Newbury people-​watching.
The extent of my visit was about as long as this review. Wait, time and space, while relative, are wholly independent, unless we’re talking complexities and continuums… *DAMN YOU, CHRISTOPHER NOLAN!*
Anyway, a large iced coffee (house blend) and a large, chewy croissant came to six bones. Couldn’t escape the underlying bitterness of the joe, and wondered if it’s cold brewed or if I just anticipate most iced offerings to be so? Regardless, as someone who’s been weaning himself to the previously uninteresting universe of coffee, my humble opinion finds a superior product coming from Triangle, Barismo and 3 Little Figs. Still enjoyable here, mind you!
The real draw is atmosphere, and a non-​crowded spot to post up for an hour of emails and what have you. Remarkably quiet for a late morning near Berklee…
Noticed only a bit after paying that they accept LevelUp. Maybe the sticker’s too colorful for their front door?

Hot or iced, the almond milk decaf latte is delightful and skillfully crafted. It’s just well made here — $ 5 for a large, and worth every penny. I’ve been drinking a lot of almond or coconut milk decaf lattes lately and about 70% of the time, it’s burnt or borderline burnt at other cafes. I totally appreciate that here they’re made with care and attention, because no one should have to drink lattes that taste like cigarette butts.
But seriously their drinks are amazing!
They don’t seem to offer much food — I usually like a banana or fresh fruit, but with none available I opted for a fig bar, which had a nice texture and flavor and plenty of nuts — who doesn’t love nuts! :P
The first service experience here was warm and welcoming and on point. Today’s service experience was sort of lackluster — not very much personality this afternoon or maybe the server was just reserved?
The space is clean and neat and there’s plenty of space for spreading the books and laptop at the high stools by the window. Outdoor seating is plentiful as well, although there’s currently construction outside Newbury now and you’ll be flocked by little birds who want your cookie crumbs. Free wi-​fi is a bonus. Unisex restrooms are well kept.
One last note: as soon as I entered, my olfactory senses picked up a metallic smell (or maybe it’s something else, but I’m not sure what it is! — wet wood??). Today the AC was on, so the smell got lost after awhile, but the other day when it was warm, it was a bit stifling and the strange odor was a bit of a turn off (thank goodness for the outdoor seating!). Weird metallic/​unidentifiable smell aside, this is my fave new spot! It’s way better than other cafes on Newbury and well worth a visit!

Really tasty coffee in a cute venue, but with some premium prices and lacking food items. 3.5 stars but rounded down given the competition.
This is no Pavement or Render Café. But it does have an interesting way of brewing coffee. The staff is knowledgeable about coffees and certainly helpful. There is plenty of seating and the store faces south for great light.
My issues mainly lie in the fact that it isn’t a full service café with good quality food items to go along with coffee or studying. I wish the coffees were less expensive as well.
I suppose I’ll stop by if I’m walking along Newbury but I won’t make a special trip out to get coffee here.

Great little coffee bar. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. I stopped off around 9am on a Thursday and there was plenty on indoor and outdoor seating.
The «steampunk» coffee machine seems a bit finicky but does make a clean cup of coffee when it works. Puts on a cool show too.
The scones and croissants are fresh and tasty. I love the usage of wood throughout the shop. Two bathrooms available. Would go back again.

So far I’m a fan of this place!
The best thing about a coffee shop after their coffee is the environment you get to enjoy the coffee in. This place gets a lot of natural lighting so its super nice to chill indoors here. The décor here is great — simple, minimal, clean.
(The seating arrangement bugged me a little, I failed to see why there was an excessive open space in the middle of the store that could have been used to rearrange the setting to accommodate more or seem less crowded towards the walls of the place.)