Mark T.
Yelp
So apparently there is a "thing" in Boston between Flour and Tatte resembling Mike's and Modern Pastry. One group swears by Mike's, another group swears by Modern. The only time I get into things like that is when we're talking Red Sox vs. Yankees.
I'm just here for good food!
Something you should also know about me is I am a big fan of Joanne Chang. Myers & Chang is in my Hall of Fame, and I especially underscore the importance of getting the desserts whenever recommending it. Thus, I was ecstatic when on a food tour I found out Flour Bakery and Café is her creation.
The baked goods here are terrific! They are fresh, varied, unique, and my favorite thing of all: they are not overloaded with sugar! I fully appreciate that pastries do not exactly count as diet food. At the same time if it helps me feel a little bit better about myself while eating I will absolutely take it! To say nothing of the fact that too much sugar overpowers flavors.
I also had a cappuccino on one occasion, and It had great strength and quality. Didn't take too long to get it either (Tatte, I'm looking at you)
As for the service here, it is efficient and polite. During the morning rush they keep the waits very reasonable, and they've very fair prices considering location, quality, and portion sizes.
I have absolutely become a fan, and can see myself stopping in regularly before work.