Render Coffee

The Caffe Latte was really nice. They offer the regular coffees (pressed, dripped and pour over). The interior of the shop is not so tempting. For me a little too simple and uninspired. No WiFi

Super friendly staff to go along with delightful single origin beans. A drip coffee or espresso comes free with a bag of beans. Decor is inspiring, with happy plants and artwork dotting the walls.

If you’re looking for a local coffee place, this is it! My husband & I were recently in Boston for almost a week and we enjoyed their coffee everyday except the weekends because disappointingly, they weren’t open. The salted maple latte is delicious as was the pumpkin latte.

A friendly space with excellent coffee. Only slight criticism is that it doesn't open on weekends (unlike other nice coffee places nearby) but that doesn't detract from the really lovely atmosphere and delicious coffee at Render.

This place is nothing out of the ordinary, it’s quite simple. However, their products are great, they have a great variety and their service is very efficient. I got my order pretty fast and also there is a lot of seating space which is always appreciated.

Great coffee! Nice space, a breath of fresh air in the middle of downtown.

Coffee is great, there's plenty of space which makes for a good spot to have a meeting or catch up.

Spacious café with plenty of comfortable seating.

Render Coffee has an entrance from Devonshire Street as well as from 50 Milk Street. Service was pleasant, and their croissant was soft and tasty, and made for a nice snack before dinner.

Came here on a Friday afternoon to get some work done. AMBIENCE: The cafe was strangely empty, so I had a variety of seating options to choose from. Outlets are sparse, so it may be hard to snag one when the cafe is more populated. There are a few sit-down tables and high-top seats to choose from. Wi-Fi was consistent and pretty quick. FOOD: I got the salted maple latte and croissant. The croissant was flakey and buttery, good but pretty standard. The maple latte was one of the best drinks I've ever had and also well-priced--the maple flavor was strong enough to enhance the coffee flavor, but not overpowering or too sweet. I wish there were a larger menu selection, though. Would recommend Render for a quiet place to get work done!

I was really impressed by their salted maple latte! The barista who made my drink foamed the oatmilk perfectly. The drink did not taste burnt at all (which is often an issue when I ask for a hot oatmilk latte). The latte had a good balance of sweetness, saltiness, and bitterness. There is ample seating inside and a decent number of tables near wall outlets.

Nice place outstanding food and coffee! The staff made your day! Ambiance is like a library at a university. Very well done! Thanks & kr from Switzerland

Such a convenient spot in a busy part of town with a solid selection, serving Oatly as a plant based milk compliment, and adorable decor. I'd totally recommend if you're in the Government Center area and looking for a delicious getaway with unique decor for meetings. I specifically appreciate the art and furniture!

Customer service should kill this business. I had left a jacket on a chair rushing to get to a meeting. That meeting ended at 4:40. Yes, they were closed. But a woman was roasting beans in the back of the shop. I knocked; recieved a headshake. Koncked again and was ignored. Knocked a third time and was yelled at with "GO AWAY!!! I DO NOT CARE!" Called the next morning; wasn't even given a chance to tell them the color of the jacket. "Let me check lost and found". 10 seconds later, "No, nothing here". An immediately hung up on. Went in a few hours later and, "Oh, you're the guy who left a cost? Here you go" They put it right behind thou counter ready for me. Just plain rude....

Really really enjoyed this place. I am very happy I made a stop here. I got the chicken salad sandwich which was so delicious. the service was great. I have no complaints.

Great coffee and a ham & cheese croissant for breakfast this morning. Render isn't full of tschotchkies and knick-knacks. There's a few tables, a big counter for coffee with a glass display of pastries and that's about it. It's simple and it's easy. My double espresso was excellent, served in a proper ceramic cup and the croissant was just the right size.

This was my first visit to render and I won't be coming back. I spent $5 on what is essentially an undrinkable cup of milk. The latte was so light that I could hardly taste any espresso at all. When I asked the baristas if they could help fix it, all 3 of them stared at me until finally one of them said that all their iced lattes only take 2 shots of espresso. I either find it hard to believe that this had 2 shots or that anyone would continue to drink their iced lattes if they're always like this. Nevermind fixing it for free, they didn't even offer to add another shot of espresso for additional $. It was as if you just get what they give you and there's no room to change anything. I'm pretty annoyed I wasted money on this. I definitely won't be coming back here - even Dunks has a darker latte and way better service.

Render is my go-to place for coffee meetings because they have delicious drinks and pastries... plus there are always open seats! My favorite drinks are the hazelnut latte and the vanilla latte (with oat milk). The hazelnut one has actual hazelnuts in it - you can even feel them in the texture of the drink! The flavors taste natural and delicious. I also love the almond croissant, although be warned that it is very crumbly and somewhat hard to eat, so maybe not the best choice for a very professional situation. I joined their rewards program and randomly get emailed a $2 off discount code every couple of months, which makes these somewhat expensive drinks more reasonable.

It's a cute cafe to sit and catch up with a friend, colleague, or peer. Right in downtown

The coffee is great. The employees are very nice and professional. I would recommend Render Coffee.

They used to have better options that also tasted better. The hot apple cider was lukewarm & the banana bread was dry & not really worth eating. So not exactly what I was expecting so pretty disappointed. Not sure if I would bother going again.

Really cute design-oriented café in the financial district. Their hazelnut lattes are just a little bit sweet, and taste amazing! Also had an almond croissant, a little bit dry, but love he fact that they have almond paste over the top of the pastry. It was about $10 for a pastry and a coffee, so it's a little bit pricey, but the coffee was well worth it!

Always a good coffee experience when I come here. The service is hit or miss, but I don't mind. I feel like the coffee is a little pricey, but worth it! I got the malted cold brew with almond milk and I was surprised to know how they had a number of different milks. Definitely not an issue for anyone who's lactose intolerant! They offer some bakery snacks which always look delicious. I always tell myself I'm going to come here and sit at one of the long tables and get work done, but that never seems to happen. Guess I'll just settle for the good coffee on the way to work ‍

Very unique cafe with a very hipster feel right in Downtown. There's a lot of plants in the cafe which makes it feel like you're a bit out of place (ie - you're not in a cafe, you're outside). Customer service was very friendly and explained what some items were on the menu. I tried both the cold brew($3.60 for the 16oz) and the malted cold brew($4.10 for the 16oz). It reminded me of the cold brew at Starbucks but not as bitter, and a lot cheaper, which was nice. The malted one was different than the cold brew with sweet cream at Starbucks, this was more like a savory sweetness but not too sugary-sweet. Even though I drink my coffee black I still enjoyed the malted one more. I'd recommend it for people who like to put cream and sugar in their coffee. Would come back if I was in the neighborhood.

My go to drink in the morning is a double espresso (over ice). I came in here to try their espresso and it wasn't to my liking. It was more bitter than I prefer, almost on the sour side. I would definitely give their other drinks a try though. It was also quite expensive at $3.75. I like this space because it is very roomy, has earthy decor (plants and wooden tables), and it has a good environment to study. There are small tables and a big farmhouse table. I didn't get a good look at the back of the space but if I ever need a place to just relax Downtown, I would stop here. Their pastries looked pretty good but I didn't try. Next time!

There are many cafes in the financial district, and Render is one of the latest caffeine fueled spots to come to the area. Its a nice large open space with plenty of tables. Render isn't as bustling or as close quartered as say ... the Thinking Cup or Ogawa (atleast during a mid-day coffee run) but the barista's here are very knowledgeable. I think its one of the few places in the Financial District that serves Gracenote coffee, which has a fruity flavor. Jason made my Pour Over coffee to perfection, while he gave me a quick rundown on the chemical efficiency of pour overs vs steeping. He was obviously very passionate about coffee. Price wise, I think they are inline with the other cafe's in the area. I didn't pay attention to the number of baked goods they have, but they have a variety of beans and styles to choose from.

Slightly pricey, but their large iced coffee is *actually* large. They source their baked goods from somewhere out in Concord, I think, and they are tasty. I haven't had anything but their cold brew and I really, really like it. It's strong but not bitter at all. Also, they have Califia almond milk which I really like, and now they have a malted cold brew, which is super delicious. Lots of seats, and pretty quiet inside. You can pick up Tandem beans there, too.

I absolutely love Render. Staff is usually very friendly, the coffee is delicious and the seating options are great whether you're working, studying or meeting friends! I personally recommend the capp!

I came in later on a Friday afternoon and the only barista there closing was so nice! Made me a great drink and loved the atmosphere. Definitely will be back again soon.

Stopped by Render while in the Financial District and it was a really nice coffee shop with a sort of hipster vibe. Had their hazelnut coffee and it was delicious. A really great spot to have some coffee, chill, and people watch.

3.5 stars, rounding up to 4 stars because: -staff is always v friendly and willing to explain pastries and tell me about where they get them from -really well decorated / cool vibes, great place to work -v clean bathroom drinks are good, but i would say overpriced for their taste i liked the hazelnut latte at thinking cup better but have found thinking cup to be super inconsistent. so if you dont want to gamble, get the hzlnut latte fr render. would recommend the cold brew and a biscotti

The coffee is top notch, but pricey. Employees are wonderful and happy to accommodate requests. The Devonshire location can be a bit over AC'd but the layout and areas for sitting are great. Back to coffee: my main issue is that both Renders (Columbus and Devonshire) are very inconsistent when it comes to certain products. They have an amazing malted cold brew but are out of malt half the time, maybe even 75% of the time! It seems the managers are not ordering the malt when it runs out and disregarding customer demand for it. It's very frustrating to go there for something that has been on the menu for a long time but the store is not bothering to restock the product. Get it together, Render.

The baristas/ cashiers at this location are awful. They were not interested in answering questions or helping customers at all. They did not have details of the beans so I asked the lady "how is the __?" All she said was "pretty good" without further elaboration, then started chatting with her colleagues and visiting friends REALLY LOUDLY. Then I was there to observe the brewing, the barista looked at me weirdly and told me to go sit down. This location definitely has more like a generic chain vibe. The south end location is much better with much more professional staff....

Really cute coffee shop with comfy couches. Everytime you go, you will most likely get a discount code for your next visit. They have all sorts of milks available for your coffee, whole milk, soy, almond. There is a huge machine at the back, it looks like a 3 D printer!

Was exploring Boston and happened upon this little place on my way to the State St T stop. I was so glad I did! This coffee shop has a very quiet and relaxing atmosphere, and very fast WiFi which I appreciated. I had a hazelnut latte and was not disappointed.

Dope coffee. Super fast service in the mornings and they've got big tables for working. Also love all the plants.

One of my go-to study spaces/coffee shops in Boston! I prefer this location over the Render in Back Bay/South end because of the ambience. It's a much larger, more comfortable space and a good amount of outlets. Large windows allow for natural lighting, but doesn't get super hot/sunny because of the shade from the surrounding high-rise buildings. Also love that they have lots of plants & greenery! There's also free wifi which has been pretty reliable/consistent for me. Like the other location, star of the show is the hazelnut latte. It has little bits of hazelnut for a nuttier taste. They have pastries and baked goods, but I don't believe they have sandwiches like the other location. Only con is that they're not open on weekends :(

I love their caramel macchiato it is absolutely delicious. And their breakfast sandwiches are fresh made and great. In the summer they have a cute outdoor seating as well which I love. The staff is always friendly and know what they are doing.

Fantastic coffee in a great location with a very decent seating area. They use high-quality beans that are light to medium roast (usually Tandem from up in Portland) which makes for extra luxurious espresso and aromatic, flavorful brews. My favorite kind of coffee. Also love that they offer straight espresso which I usually take with ice and add a little bit of milk to myself (lattes have way too much milk for me). Only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is because I'm usually served by an aloof hipster who thinks I'm not worth the time. It's coo though, the coffee keeps me coming back.

There's never a line and the coffee is always fantastic! Great location as well, super convenient

I've run a couple of shops like this one, and there is a growing trend of cafes that look the part, and someone invested some money in, but are only average as far as product & service. Render is an exception. Walking in, the shop is well-laid out and the flow is evident and thoughtful, all the way through to the layout of the prepared food on the counter, and the easy-to-read menu. I was thinking about a pour-over, but the coffee I wanted was their available drip, so i went with a 12oz. Pulled out my wallet to find my debit card was missing, so I stepped off to the side to check for it. While I'm standing at the counter with the contents of my wallet laid out, the barista notices and asks what i was getting, and if I lost my card. I answer that, yeah i'm that idiot, and she takes a couple of steps to grab the drip I had ordered anyways, and just says to get them back next time. I know this is a small gesture, and the lid on the cup is more costly than the coffee poured, but it's not the point. This is the platonic ideal of a shop that knows its customers, know their relationship to the shop, and wants that relationship to last as long as possible. They don't care about the $0.15 lost on the cup of coffee; they know it means that I'll be back, and they're totally right. Tell your friends. I'm gonna.

Pretty good coffee conveniently close to my T stop and the officeso this has quickly become my go to place each morning. Friendly staff, quick service!

My favorite hidden gem in FiDi. The hazelnut latte is the best I've tried and I appreciate their customer service. Not to mention, the decor in the entryway is extremely inviting!

They offer a variety of coffee and beverages, and some pastries to eat. Great place for coffee and work, but not when hunger strikes.

This coffeeshop was just okay. I found the set up a bit odd with all of the flashing signs hanging around the place. I got an Iced Mocha Latte which was okay but not great and overpriced. I watched the barista fill up the plastic cup basically to the top with milk, added a bit of chocolate powder and some espresso so i felt that I was just getting milk with a bit of espresso. The barista was friendly. I got a berry scone which was a decent size but almost 4 dollars which seems way overpriced for what you are getting. I also found it a bit odd that they don't have any flavors for their coffee. When I asked what they had the barista said they only had vanilla and lavender, which seems a bit strange for a coffee shop. All in all it was alright.

Render has great coffee, decent food and staff with a hipster attitude. I happen to hate the hipster attitude. It sucks. Fortunately for them the coffee is good.

I stopped by on a rainy day when I was actually on my way to another coffee shop (oops). This turned out to be a great decision though! I had a delicious latte, and I really enjoyed the ambiance of the room - it was very open and welcoming, particularly with all of the plants in the entryway. I never felt pressured to get up and give my seat up during my two hour stay, even though there was a constant stream of people in and out. Definitely a great place to get some work done!

Great spot! Service was fast and for $3, my friend and I each got a pot of tea (about 3 cups!). Great selection of teas! Fair amount of space to sit down and it felt clean and bright. Noise level wasn't too bad either! Will definitely check this place out again!

This is my go to when I'm having a tough day at the office. It's like a caffeine therapy session since you're getting some brew and advice if you open your heart to the Master Baristos working here. The cold brew is great and doesn't make me feel like I'm going to go into cardiac arrest like some other coffee shops. Also, the chai tea lattes are bomb AF. All of the employees there are beautiful and strong. When I look at their legs I just assume they're all cyclists or something. Is this a coffee shop or am I watching a prop set with models making me some caffeinated elixir? Service is excellent I don't think it gets better than this. If you need any advice for coffee or bicycles or even anime this is the place to be. Thank you Render. When I'm in your shop I feel like I'm buying coffee from friends.

I really enjoy the coffee and pastries they serve here, and the cafe itself is spacious and great for doing work. However, the service is terrible. I walked up once to order and the barista seemed absolutely disinterested. There was no greeting - he just...stood there and stared at me. He must have said a couple of words to me max throughout the entire exchange. Seemed like he didn't want to be there.

I've always been a fan of Render's location in the South End. This location is huge and roomy with plenty of seating. Service is great, coffee is great, wi-fi is great, pastries are OK. I especially love that this location is filled with living plants, and plenty of natural light.

Best coffee in DTX and the pastries are great too (ask them to heat one up). Great for an afternoon pick-me-up or a crank start in the morning. Not frowned upon to work for a couple hours if you order a drink or two.

Great coffee, reasonable prices for downtown Boston, and a spartan, but enjoyable atmosphere. They appeared to be using Tandem coffee and the baristas seem to know what they're doing. This isn't a coffee shop I would hangout in all day, but it definitely works for a late afternoon coffee break.

Stopped in for a quick iced latte to go, so I didn't get to enjoy Render as much as I would have liked. The place was busy for a late afternoon, which speaks to its appeal to locals as a good hang out space. My almond milk latte was just what I liked, and I appreciated the simple syrup on the counter, as there is nothing worse than having to put sugar in your iced coffee and having it sit at the bottom of your cup! The service wasn't above and beyond like a few other coffee shops in Boston we visited, but the staff made my coffee in several minutes, and I walked out a happy camper.

Delicious coffee - awful customer service. A coffee shop should have an inviting energy, not bad attitudes behind the counter. It is too bad they are on my commute and the coffee is so delicious. I don't want to go back and deal with confrontational staff that need some training in customer service.

This was a great cup of coffee. Stopped in this morning for a quick cup of coffee. Was impressed with the teams knowledge of coffee and passionate approach to serving an outstanding cup of the dark stuff. I did a cup of Costa Rican as a pour over. Killer. Enjoy.

This cafe serves great coffee brands, but the service is terrible. I've given them a few 'second chances' but each time is equally disappointing. There are prettier cafes nearby with personable and knowledgeable staff. Go to Gracenote, George Howell or Clover - all are within a few blocks.