Jonquils Cafe and Bakery
Coffee shop · Back Bay ·
Artistic geometric desserts made with 3D molds, plus coffee
Artistic geometric desserts made with 3D molds, plus coffee
"A Newbury Street cafe known for its elegant, geometric pastries, this spot unexpectedly closed this week, posting a vague Instagram message that it is closed “until further notice.” It’s not clear why the shutdown occurred, or when or if it will reopen." - Erika Adams
"Jonquil’s is a Newbury Street cafe that makes artistically-shaped desserts that everyone around will be taking pictures of (e.g. tiramisu shaped like a giant coffee bean). It has a decent menu of healthy-ish bowls and toasts, a bright, airy space that feels like an art gallery, and sidewalk tables. If you’re shopping on Newbury, it’s a perfectly acceptable place to stop for lunch, but don’t expect it to be a particularly memorable meal." - Dan Secatore
"A recently opened Newbury Street cafe and bakery notable for serving very geometric pastries produced using 3D-printed molds." - Dana Hatic
"Opened in Back Bay at 125 Newbury St., Jonquils Cafe & Bakery puts desserts front and center while also serving an array of cafe fare like sandwiches and espresso. Pastry chefs Dinara Kasko and Dmitriy Shurygin make pristine, geometric desserts with shiny and textured glazes that reveal further surprises upon cutting; shapes resemble apples, cherries, and even coffee beans, and the treats feature layers of mousse, cake, jelly, and more. Kasko, who initially intended to become an architect, is known for using a 3D printer to produce the silicone molds used to shape her desserts. In addition to the eye-catching confections, the food menu includes grab-and-go items, familiar pastries like croissants and danishes, and three tartine options topped with beet hummus, marinated mushrooms, and whipped avocado; starting Monday, June 17, Jonquils will also serve a selection of sandwiches and quiches and steamed bowls of oats, veggies, or grains. Coffees are made using a Kees van der Westen multiple espresso boiler machine or a pour-over system with beans from local roaster Gracenote, and there are loose-leaf teas, hot chocolates, and juices. Jonquils operates 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week." - Dana Hatic