Wanda S.
Yelp
I'd been meaning to check out Broadsheet Coffee Roasters for awhile now, and finally I found the right moment to stop in! I frequently bike/drive by the cafe on my way around town and have been interested by the looks of the place for a long time - the big COFFEE neon light sign in the windows and the outdoor seating always made me curious.
I'm here now and quite pleasantly surprised and satisfied! Firstly, there's plenty of places to lock up a bike outside between the street signs and two or three bike posts on the block. Just from walking into the cafe it's apparent that the owners/staff know what they're doing in terms of high quality single origin coffee/espresso. The drink menu is simple - little to no flavors (maybe vanilla?) - and contains all the classics I'd expect (if someone serves a cortado, then they probably know what they're up to). The interior is beautifully decorated with modern, minimalist design: white walls, light blue-ish white-ish grey-ish wood floors and light natural wood finishes with light blue accents! Love it. Oh and there's plants!! A personal favorite of mine.
I ordered a cortado for here with low fat milk - its delicious and pretty perfectly pulled and steamed. I have no complaints. The espresso hits the right spot in the back of my tongue without feeling sour or leaving a bad taste. The creama was flavorful with the right amount of acidity. The small amount of steamed milk made for a great smooth finish! YUM!
The person who took my order was quiet but nice and professional. The barista was friendly and helpful. They have free wifi - unlimited on weekdays, one hour on weekends - totally reasonable. There is more seating than I expected. Five 2 person tables outside on the sidewalk, bar seats along the front window and lots of small tables inside as well. I could see it getting busy on the weekends during brunch hours, but at 10am on a Wednesday it was the perfect mix of filled and empty tables.
And yes, in some ways, I understand that people say it is expensive - but good coffee/espresso is more expensive than Starbucks/Dunkins/the gas station/the neighborhood diner. It just is. But I think it's worth it and so will anyone who enjoys a quality cup. For instance, I spent $3.25 on a 12 oz cup of iced coffee at 4A's in Brookline yesterday and got horrible service and bitter coffee with no outdoor seating or ambiance. Today, I paid $3.75 for an incredible cortado, expert service and a beautiful aesthetic. That $0.50 was well worth the difference in quality and overall experience. (and PSA - tip your baristas!! Especially if they make drinks this good and serve with a smile).
I did not try the food, but hope to come back with my partner and split a menu item soon! Will update!