Bread + Roses Bookstore and Café

Beautiful cafe. New owners and this now features Brazilian food. Desserts and coffee were delicious. It was fun to try the Brazilian desserts. Since this used to be a bookstore some of the books are still there. It looks like they aren't maintaining the book store portion and instead are focusing on the food and drinks.

beyond incredible food!! we got the fish and chips platter and the chicken alfredo and it was genuinely the best we’ve had. everything had perfect texture and seasoning. the chocolate and condensed milk dessert was delicious and they even gave us a free one with a strawberry 🥹 the strawberry tres leches cake was also so good! perfect textures and just the right amount of sweetness. also the workers were so kind and lovely!! i highly recommend coming here :))

Bread & Roses is a great spot. The place has a really relaxed, comfortable vibe. The staff is kind and helpful, and the food is amazingly good!! fresh and satisfying. It’s the kind of place you’ll want to come back to.

First, the positive -- the new owners have brought some very tasty Brazilian food to the menu, which I quite enjoyed! On the less positive side, this place actually used to be a very decent coffee shop (fun, funky vibe + daily-ish music acts), but it really can't be considered that anymore. I say this to be helpful & constructive, not mean: the staff really needs to learn the difference between a latte, a cortado, and macchiato -- all of which are listed on the coffee menu. If you order any of these, you will get... a mediocre latte. On my first day in here, I ordered a cortado, and I got ... a large latte. I started to explain to the barrista what a cortado was, but there was a pretty steep language barrier so I just let it go b/c i I didn't want to be that guy. Second day, I ordered a macchiato (see photo) to see if day 1 was a fluke .... and... I could tell by the fact that they were pouring the not-quite-steamed milk into 12oz cup instead of a 4oz cup it was going to be the same issue. I wonder what I would have received had I ordered a latte AND a macchiato AND a cortado ;) ? Now, I will say, if a coffee shop doesn't actually *have* a cortado and a macchiato listed on their coffee menu, it can be caveat emptor if you order one of the less common-ish espresso drinks; but if it's on the menu, you should know how to make it semi-correctly. Honestly, I think they must have just left the same coffee menu up from the previous owners without really appreciating what the different types of espresso drinks are. Unfortunately, as I mentioned, there is somewhat of a language barrier with the staff, so it's difficult to communicate the distinction. It's not the staff's fault, really -- they are super nice, and just haven't been trained (and are still learning english). I would love for the new owners to address this-- it can be a very simple fix (and incredibly easy to train staff on)! I look forward to coming back once they've had some time to practice :) Verdict: if you are dropping in for a bite, it's worth trying! But if you are looking for a coffee shop, I'd say you're better off trekking to Nirvana coffee (Barnstable) or Three Fins (W Dennis)

PSA: this place is no longer plant based/vegan or social justice oriented. It’s under new ownership who for some reason has kept the name and branding but absolutely nothing else. First, the positives: the vegan double trouble breakfast sandwich was super tasty, as was the chicken (Caesar) wrap. I also got a strawberry lemonade that was delicious though it was sort of a slushy-type drink. The negatives: -the old decor is all gone. No more local art, no stickers and jewelry for sale, no giant Pride flag or Black Lives Matter sign/flag. All the character is gone and the space feels soulless. -the books are almost entirely gone with only a few shelves in the main room left, and a single shelf in the second room. It’s not clear if the books are even for sale, but they certainly don’t seem to be getting any attention from staff. -my lemonade was NINE DOLLARS?! I mean I get there’s a recession, but jeez. It was listed under juices and I wouldn’t have even considered it if the price had been listed on the menu. -speaking of the menu, it’s completely new. The whole place used to be vegan/plant based, and that’s obviously not the case anymore. While there was a small vegan section on the menu, my partner and I had different items listed on our menus and we had to ask a worker which menu was correct, and they weren’t even sure at first. Not the fault of the staff, but it seems like maybe the menu is being changed frequently. My biggest complaint is that I felt deceived going in. The last time I was here was October of 2024, and I was looking forward to visiting one of my favorite places on the cape. I don’t understand why the new owners haven’t updated the website or changed the branding at all - or even the name! The name is a super intentional choice that has roots in women’s suffrage and the labor movement, a connection that made sense under previous ownership. But without the focus on social justice, political activism, or any of the other things that are now gone…it just feels deceptive to keep the name. The new owners should absolutely change the name, but at the very LEAST they need to change the website to reflect the new ownership. I went in expecting to find a queer friendly community oriented space, instead I found a lackluster environment with completely new staff, a much much smaller menu of things I could eat, and no sense of community whatsoever.

No longer a vegan cafe/bookstore. Why not change the name and branding? Or update the online presence? Or change the interior - large collections of animal rights books and vegan cookbooks right next to chicken meat and cow’s milk? Just bizarre. If you buy a business, make it your own. Make the space reflect your own vision rather than holding onto elements from a very different past.

Coffee takes VERY LONG and the espresso is not espresso, the latte is very strange, cake is hard and difficult to eat. The receipt was not offered, the waiter speaks bad English and is unskilled. No spoon given. Not recommended. Looks like a bad tourist trap Bathroom: dirty, broken lock

Really delightful place with walls of books and delicious treats. They had a decent assortment of tea, and I got mine with a lime. 🍋‍🟩

If this makes sense, when I came here I expected the coffee and breakfast to be good. I just didn't expect it to be this good. Everything from the taste of the coffee to the texture of the pancakes was executed perfectly. The attention to detail was key. When it comes to breakfast you really need that level of attention to turn basic foods into greatness. Heck, the avocado toast was more like a sandwich. It's worth your time.

Was a big fan of Bread and Roses. The new owners really should have changed the name. There is nothing left that was Bread and Roses - not the staff, not the menu, not the vibe, not the books. I almost ordered from the menu (not realizing that they were no longer vegan). Since the former establishment was 100% vegan, I think it would be helpful to have a sign alerting people. I don't understand why they have kept the name. The few vegan options were...uninspiring. We left and ate at the Thai place next door. I hope there will be another restaurant to fill the Vegan void on the Cape.

Absolutely worth the stop! We had a fantastic meal at Bed and Roses. The salmon was perfectly cooked and paired beautifully with the red beans, rice, and sautéed spinach. Everything was flavorful, fresh, and satisfying. The iced mocha and iced dirty chai were both excellent. Rich, well-balanced, and not too sweet. For dessert, we tried the coconut and chocolate brigadeiros. They were massive and incredibly delicious. This place has cozy vibes, great service, and food that really delivers. Highly recommend.

Stopped there twice during our week on the cape. Both times the coffee, food, and service were outstanding! Definitely would recommend.

Big fan of the coffee and atmosphere. It's the definition of what a great local friendly coffee shop and bookstore should be. Not to mention the latte drinks here are top notch. The BlackBerry bliss iced latte is heavenly. Creamy, smooth cold foam with hits of sweet blueberry is perfect for summer. I got a small which is the size of a normal drink at most places. Inside is very inviting as there are several tables nestled among the books and plants. The music and decor will give you hippie vibes. There was live music on a Monday morning. There are also a few tables outside if you prefer the auns This place is great for meeting up but working to an extent but it could be challenging to grab an outlet and take a call depending on where you can find a seat if it is busy. Free 2 hour street parking out front. Definitely worth stopping by for a caffeine fix and supporting a great local LGBTQ business!

An all-vegan cafe and bookstore on the cape?! What more could I ask for... plus, the ambiance was exceptional and the staff was kind and helpful. My only gripe was that they were out of most of their drinks (and all coffee) when I visited. Would love to come back for their matcha or kombucha! My group tried a couple of sandwiches and the avocado toast. The best was the "the good trouble" sandwich.

I love the idea of a bakery and bookstore combination! The environment was comfortable and people were at tables reading and relaxing. The Matcha latte was delicious. I even bought myself a T-shirt. Highly recommend.

If I could give this a no star, I would! First, their website indicates they are closed on Mondays and Tuesday's- when we called today, a Tuesday, on a lark someone would answer - they do answer and said they are open every day of the week. I said their website said they were closed, response was, new owners as of 5 mos ago and guess he/she didn't update it. We went for the vegan options- had been there multiple times 2 yrs ago and loved the food, VEGAN and the vibe. And it was packed every day- no matter what time of day. Shocked when we entered the empty restaurant- vibe- dead, food- dull, vegan options- dismal. It was a funky, feminist, radical reading and unique books galore establisment It had a piano, and was a meeting place for interesting people having interesting conversations, meeting and good cheer. This place lost its edge- why go?

Hands down one of my fav places on the entire cape. I love that they have so much local art and creations and that everything by default is vegan. The drinks and food are fantastic. The portion of the avocado toast was massive and so so so damn delicious. They usually have live music as well and a lovely seating area. An ethical and fantastic spot.

Glad to see it's back in operation. Friendly. Lots of options. Welcoming staff. Nice interior. A little hard to find.

Amazing food! Great people! Comfort food! This place used to be at 70 center st, hyannis, but unfortunately the building caught on fire, so the moved to this place here...

This place is fabulous (don't believe the negative reviews... they are offended by the social justice, anti-racist and other supportive causes promoted). We LOVE this place from the people to the food to the music and the causes.

A really cute cafe bookstore that has a cool selection of books and queer affirming stuff everywhere (newspapers, books, decor). They have three distinct areas to sit in: a large communal table, some smaller 4 chair seating, and a back area with couches and arm chairs. The specialty latte itself was pretty alright. The price was high for a medium latte (7 dollars) but I think worth supporting this cool space.

I stopped by for coffee cause it was the first place I saw after we parked our car. Cozy little coffee shop/bookstore. They are all vegan. They do not have whole milk. I normally am not vegan. But I got my lavender latte with coconut milk. It was alright. They had a mushroom and leek soup that smelled wonderful but we were so full from lunch we had no space. Cute little place to come work, study or hang out with some books.

Found this place after searching for a lavender latte. I love the vibes of this place. Everything about it is so warm and inviting. When I see books, I automatically feel comforted and they add a lot of color to the interior. They also sell stickers and greeting cards which are all cute. I love cute stationery and stickers. Their stickers are a bit expensive but since they are social cause-related stickers and are a bit harder to find in regular stores, I suppose it's not too bad. There are also plenty of spaces to sit which I appreciate because many cafes have limited seating. They mainly have your regular cafe tables and chairs inside but they also have a big dining table with some more chairs and a couch and some cushion chairs at the very back. The food is probably the least notable for me. The lavender latte was good but not great and the avocado toast was alright. Overall, this was a solid find!

The stunning food and coffee are an absolute must when in Hyannis but what really makes it the best cafe around, is the kind folks who work here and the comforting space they've created which knocks the whole feeling of "this really is the place" right outta the park. So so thankful for Bread and Roses!!

This adorable eclectic coffee shop offers it all. We got the full experience and had live music vegan food choices and delicious coffee. When we are in hyannis this will be our go to spot. Awesome job and everyone is super friendly and helpful which made for the perfect experience.

Bread + Roses is no longer the place it was since the 2025 ownership change. The charm of this space is gone and it's just another generic restaurant on Main Street. Vegan options are boring and bland and the space pushes a certain religious agenda that is not inclusive or supportive. Horrible. The worse thing is that the new owners didn't change the name from Bread + Roses. This is a shame because the term itself is huge in social justice and inclusivity for all yet the place is no longer this exact thing. Will never step foot in this restaurant again. It's just a corpse of what it once was.

They were very kind and I had to ask about an allergy and were able to give me a thorough answer. The latte was amazing and the food had a limited menu but was okay probably with the new menu coming out it would be super great. There was also a lot of books you could look at!

Staff was very rude. I'm not from the area and I didn't know it was vegan. Won't be back. Because I'm not a vegan doesn't mean I'm a complete idiot. Prices were really high.

The atmosphere is great, everyone was super friendly and welcoming! They don't serve any dairy products, so our lattes tasted a little funny with the dairy alternative milks but still a super cute little place! Definitely a must try if you like oat milk/almond milks!!

Yes times one million. I wish I didn't live 2.5 hours away from this place because I would absolutely be here every day!! I mean.....coffee and books, how could it get better? There's a woman who works here who's name I wish I'd gotten. We chatted about books for a bit and learned we're both from the same area. (Neither from the Cape). She was wicked personable and I bought the book she recommended. She spoke highly as well of a local author. There's a kitchen at the storefront, it is a vegan establishment though! Just a heads up to anyone going. We did not know that when walking in but still very much enjoyed what we ordered. I ordered the Mediterranean Caprese Flatbread. I thought upon seeing it that it was a bit on the small side but it was actually the perfect size! Pesto base, tomatoes, olives, and vegan feta cheese. Not something I'd ever tried before and I'm glad I did, it was yummy. To drink, a large iced cookie butter coffee! It wasn't even too sweet either! The store also has it's liquor license which is pretty cool as well. I will absolutely be back.

New expansion! Looking for good food, walls of books, super friendly staff, and an inclusive atmosphere? Look no further than Bread and Roses. We've been heading there to meet with friends, go on a date, browse the new and used books, grab a vegan brunch, or do a little writing with a cafe ambience. Everyone who works there is upbeat, warm, and friendly. Ask them about their plans for activity nights! We're so excited! I think that Bread and Roses will provide a great boost to the community. This is exactly the place mid-cape has needed for so long. As a person with a few marginalized identities the atmosphere of zines, buttons, protest pics, identity flags, and unique literature makes me feel right at home. The coffee is good (and we are picky), I tried the balsamic sandwich and it was to die for. Blueberry scones were a hit too. They even have vegan cake sometimes! They just expanded to include very reasonably priced used books in good condition! Lots of popular titles too. I think a kids section is underway as well. My friends and I can't wait to see how Bread and Roses develops as they settle in. We are so grateful! My hopes for this spot is a variety of community friendly events in the evenings, even more books, especially used ones, and to see even more local artist/designer/crafted products with the same diversity, equity, and inclusion messages already present!

Stopped in for a cappuccino. Not a great version but the vibe and surroundings are so charming and a very cool spot to hang and work. The barista was super friendly. I love the concept. Will go back and try something different. My friends all love B &R and they are pretty discerning.

Excellent coffee & pastries, great atmosphere, awesome books, and everything is plant based

Interested in Real coffee?wholesome food, try Bread Roses won't find a more progressive prolific establishment you'll have to go to California Oregon or Washington state for this fantastic experience no other shops can produce their COFFEE trust me

I absolutely love this coffee shop/restaurant. The staff really care and learn your name. You are not just another 'dollar' to them. I am really impressed as there is no other place like this on the cape and Islands at all. There is live music most days, new local musicians. The food is incredible, breakfast and lunch options. Yes it is vegan, so if you are a newbie to veganism or if you just want to expand your palate this is the place to try This place gives back to the community so please don't knock it until you try it!

I had the avocado toast, the coffee was excellent and I can't remember what my husband had but it was all delicious.

Vibes are immaculate, people are friendly and kind, great atmosphere. Welcoming environment for all great smoothie and even better coffee. 100% vegan and positive vibes.

My friend and I ordered breakfast sandwiches and a mocha and iced coffee... the sandwiches were incredible, my mocha was the best coffee I've had in a long time, and my friend said his iced coffee was great. I am allergic to tree nuts and they took it very seriously, which I sincerely appreciated. The chef even came out to make sure we were on the same page and I was comfortable! The library area has seats and is great for doing some work/emails. Highly recommend this place!

We came to this cafe because it was highly recommended by one of our teenagers, and it did not disappoint! I had the flatbread pizza with fig and pineapple and it was yummy. My husband had the breakfast sandwich with cream cheese added and it was so good. The vibes were very relaxing, the staff was super nice and friendly. For dessert, we shared a piece of the Biscoff cake and a chocolate chip cookie, both were insanely good. Highly recommend you get them. We also picked up a couple of books in the book shop area, and our 7 year old colored in the kid zone. She said "I really liked that place," when we left. We all did, both the vegans and the non-vegans.

Cute spot right on Main Street in Hyannis. Nice vegan choices including cute little flatbreads. The blueberry lemon scone was moist and delicious!

The food here is amazing! They were doing a $30 prix fix menu the night we were there which included a soup, salad, entree and dessert. They even brought a complimentary appetizer of hummus, baba ganoush, olives, olive oil and pita bread, which was delicious! Every single dish was beautifully presented and delicious! The service was excellent and the place was attractive too! I highly recommend it and we will be back!

Discovered this gem on the last day of our trip and cannot wait to visit next year. Such a relaxing and inspiring atmosphere with so many seating options surrounded by books. I tried some kind of matcha butterfly pea tea latte. It was amazing!

Fantastic cafe with great coffee and food. I had the best breakfast sandwich ever there this past weekend. Friendly team behind the counter and a lot of interesting merchandise on the shelves. Keep an eye on the menu as it appears that sometimes what's on the wall doesn't reflect what they have house that day, or at least that was my observation recently.

This place has quickly become my favorite weekend breakfast spot. It's a calm, pretty space with delicious food and amazing vegan coffee drinks. We always spend too much on books but it's okay. The staff is friendly and inviting, and a visit here always starts our day off right. This is a gem of a coffee shop in Hyannis!

This place feels like home!!!! Except the food is better! 8ts like a book store a coffee shop and a soup kitchen had an extramarital relationship and spawned a great place to listen to local musicians.

We enjoyed a lovely lunch at this trendy book store/ vegan eatery. I ordered the Feta and Fig toast and it was superb! The combo of flavors hit all the right notes! The restaurant was bright, cheerful, and clean. Staff was friendly as can be!!! Wish I lived nearby to linger a little longer and get a good look at all the books and other items for sale!! I HIGHLY recommend this wonderful establishment.

Went to Bread & Roses to grab a cup of coffee and run, but wish we could have stayed longer! It is such a warm and inviting space, with so many amazing books and pieces of art all over. I got a lavender latte which was so delicious (and not soapy!). It was busy, but there were so many things to look at while you were waiting that the time flew by!

The place is horrible , lousy food and service I'd stay away from it . Prices are way to high . No value for your dollar.

We went in not knowing this was a vegan restaurant and thoroughly enjoyed our meals and drinks. Our son is allergic to eggs to it really was nice being able to pick anything in the menu. Definitely would go back.

Awesome vegan breakfast sandwiches! We came twice and had the Portuguese burrito, classic breakfast sandwich and Tuscan breakfast sandwich. Wonderful!

Great food and very friendly service from the staff. This bookstore/restaurant is an oasis in Cape Cod, welcoming folks from all walks of life. I'm not vegan but really appreciated the meal I purchased that left me very satisfied. Leaving the establishment made long for something similar in my own neighborhood. Book selection was stellar and I didn't want to leave once I got there. The online presence was (surprisingly) great. I thought I'd be talking to a bot for a pat response but was speaking to a person who was prompt, polite and extremely helpful. Special shout out to Courtney who was able to retrieve a lost receipt I needed, weeks after the trip.

Was just in this morning. Really great oat milk latte and vegan pumpkin spice scone. Bright sunny space, nice outdoor seating in front, a lovely selection of books, and friendly staff. LGBTQ+ space. So glad I found it.

I had good hopes for this place, but the food really wasn't as good as it looks, the atmosphere made me feel weird and the service was pretty non-responsive. The Cape artists featured there is the best part.

Amazing staff, food, coffee and vibes. We can't say enough good things about Bread & Roses. We hope to back one day for sure.

OMG - this place is fabulous. Vegan, lovely atmosphere, friendly team, and books too. Who could ask for more? I had a cappucino with macadamia milk, which I didn't know existed until now. It is delicious and creamy with a bit of cocoa flavor: tastes like a mocha with a light touch. Highly recommend you visit this place on your trip to the Cape.

Delicious! Love the book store vibe. Reminds me of central perk. The macchiato is great. The PB toast is good, I just wish it was toasted. Good variety of books and fun eclectic books and Knick knacks.

Absolutely the best place around! Must visit! Great values, great food, great atmosphere.