Recreo Coffee & Roasterie

My go-to spot since it opened over a decade ago. My daughters have grown up going here since they were newborns, and it’s still a treasured part of our routine. The owners are wonderful people, and the staff are always a delight to interact with. The coffee is top-notch & consistent. The food options are diverse and yummy. The back patio is a real treat during the warmer months. They have toys & books to help keep kids entertained. I could go on and on - give it a try!☕️❤️

Best Coffee I’ve had in a long time. Excellent customer service from the top down. The owner is very friendly and welcoming as well, and proudly shared her inspiring story behind the coffee. The shop itself is small yet quaint, and provides room for seating where you can get access their WiFi and get some work done.

I have traveled to every country in the world where coffee is grown, harvested, selected, dried, aged, roasted, packaged and consumed, we are fortunate to have Recreo as an example of the best of the best. Long life to your efforts to bring to Boston what coffee is all about.

Coffee so good I went twice in one day. Love the atmosphere and the secluded back patio! (Didn't rate the food because they only serve baked goods and I didn't try anything but the coffee is tremendous!

This place is the most relaxing and welcoming coffee shop. Great coffee, great set up and great decor

A hidden gem with fantastic Nicaraguan coffee ! Recreo serves some of the best coffee around—rich, smooth, and always fresh. The staff is super friendly and makes you feel right at home. A great spot for amazing coffee and warm vibes. Highly recommend! ☕✨

The staff was extremely kind and helpful, the ambiance was very quaint. However, I ordered in almonds Joy latte for $7, and it tasted just like a plain regular latte. I understand that mistakes happen and we're all human, but it was still extremely disappointing.

Very good coffee. I love the fact that it's from a family farm in Nicaragua - there's a big sign that explains this story. The inside space is small, so it's more of a pickup coffee place. I guess there's an outside space but it was chilly out, not open.

Always the best coffee in the city, and wonderful service with a smile from Gabriella :) It's a weekend must for us!

It's hard to say how amazing and delicious is to have a coffee at Recreo. The hot or cold drinks taste great! Since I've been there I have had a great experience. Plus the employees gave me total and satisfying attention, always kind and nice! I do recommend this "delightful" time.

" strong authentic coffee and strong culture vibes " This place is so cool . Plus it carries strong coffee. The story behind the coffee and the history in general . Create strong culture vibes which I love . Being myself of Hispanic heritage; this place makes me so proud lol. Proud and at home in culture. The service is amazing. Such friendly staff and helpful . They really want to make sure you're comfortable and at home . When in the area this is my spot .

Great place in the city to get some coffee! The coffee is reasonably priced and the beans are some of the best I've had.

I'm really glad West Roxbury has an independent coffee shop like this. The coffee is consistently great, and I also love their matcha lattes. The space is super cozy with a good amount of seating, and the baristas are always friendly and attentive. Highly recommend!

Always, a great experience at Recreo! First the staff are top notch. They all seem to like/love working there. Caramel Lattes are our go to. When the weather is nice including temperatures, you can sit in the patio out back. It's like a secret garden. Definitely, try this place.

This is the living room in West Roxbury where I have my morning coffee everyday! The people are amazing, the coffee is the best and the ambiance is perfect!

I always leave this coffee shop in such a good mood. The service is great, the people that work here are so nice! Gabi and Patricia were great and always have such a fantastic smile whenever I come in!! I love the coffee here too much and it's nice to sit inside when I have the time. I just found out they have a patio too! I'll have to come back in the summer when it's warmer.

Rating on coffee quality alone. Very nice place. Tried their bold coffee. Very bitter and not roasted well at all. I would expect more from a shop that has a roaster on full display. They need some lessons.

I love it here so so much. The "secret" garden patio is my happy place. My go to is the cold brew and I also really like their Don Carlos micro lot. I appreciate a nice strong, unsweetened matcha too. Great owners and great coffee!

really loved the sustainability aspect of this place. enjoyed the coffee but maybe i need to come back to try others because i was not impressed despite seeing the care that goes into the place. i ordered the pistachio cold brew and i was thinking that the pistachio flavor would be mellow and natural, but the flavor they use is artificial and is similar to the pistachio cannoli flavor that can be found around the city. some people like it but it's just not for me. service was quick and easy.

This place not only has the best coffee in Boston, but it also has the nicest staff, an adorable seasonal patio in the back, and creative and delicious rotating drink specials. Obsessed with their medium roast, and whenever the pistachio cold brew special is in season, try it - it's so good!

The downtown version of this restaurant is in City Hall, so note you will have to go through a metal detector to get coffee here! The service was subpar, the worker didn't seem too keen on answering any of my questions. What I love about this coffee shop is the sourcing and story. Recreo is run by a family who has a coffee bean farm in Nicaragua, and they source all their beans from there, so it's single source-- which is amazing! Unfortunately, they only had drip light roast, which had a full flavor, but I have never been too big of a fan of light roast. So to me, it was really good for a light roast but not my favorite. I also got an iced latte, which only comes in a 16 or 20oz. I had them make the 16oz with less milk, and it still came out a little too milky for my taste, but had a nice flavor. One thing I really appreciated about Recreo were their reasonable prices! For the drip coffee, iced latte, and a bottle of water, my total only came out to 9$. If I would have found myself across the street at the Public Market, my total would have been about that for one drink. I'd be interested in visiting again when they have other drip coffees available. And I will soon make my way out to West Roxbury to try their original shop! (This would be a 3.7 star if they would let me!)

Great local coffee spot in West Roxbury. Barista very welcoming. My vanilla latte over ice was perfectly prepared with fresh pulled espresso so tasty compared to other places that use a concentrate. Cute cafe in historic building with outdoor seating in a private courtyard. Definitely worth a spot if you are in the area.

Great experience in this small coffee shop on a Saturday morning! Lots of coffee options - iced and hot, different flavors, and different coffee brews. Service was relatively efficient given that it was quite busy. My extra hot latte wasn't actually extra hot, but it was tasty and reasonably priced.

Cozy cafe with a few tables, nice coffee sack decor, friendly service, a hefty selection of pastries and scones, several savory options like ham and cheese croissants, and outstanding coffee products perfectly concocted. Muy Bueno.

I visit today my favorite place for best coffee and environment to relaxing my self with a soft music in the background. I get a delicious Santa's Mocha from the smiling barista Lohainee. Thank you all staff for your kindness and excellent service.

Recreo is such a gem in the area. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by delicious smells, smiles, and happy people - customers and staff alike. You can tell they've built quite the loyal customer base - the customers and baristas recognized each other, knew each others' names, and even commented on the barista's new braids! It's a nice place to catch up with a friend, bring the kids, or do some work. The espresso is high quality and the food offerings are also top notch. Parking can be a little rough during peak hours but there's a residential side street nearby with parking usually available. Highly recommend supporting this wonderful, high quality small business!

Such a cute coffee shop! The coffee is delicious had a chocolate croissant that was also delicious. The service was great very kid friendly.

The absolute BEST cold brew I've ever had! The owners are incredibly kind, friendly, and genuinely lovely--I love supporting them and their business. The staff tends to give a little extra attention to the "regulars," which sometimes means the line moves slowly. The impatient part of me wishes things moved along a bit faster, but the human side of me admires the way they take time to connect with people. Either way, I'm really just there for the delicious coffee! Other local shops sell their coffee, too, which I love.

today was recreo's 10 year anniversary and it was so perfect to visit! got to meet the owners hector and miriam and they were so sweet. coffee was amazing and so was the almond croissant. had to get a bag of coffee to go as well. amazing cozy spot

We've received a couple bags of whole coffee beans from here and they've been exquisite! Even after using them months after they were gifted to us, they stayed fresh. The coffee was delicious and we could brew a large batch from them. The one star off is only because they're very much only a coffee shop. I wish they would diversify and add more of a cafe element, as in, similar to a Tatte or Flour, they would serve some breakfast items like sandwiches or quiches. It helps round out the coffee. Most times we don't end up going here for coffee is because we're also looking for a light snack/meal to go with it.

Small cafe (7 tables), excellent coffee, excellent service, pleasant atmosphere, excellent pastries. Highly recommended. Closes at 4pm!

The coffee and fresh baked goods are so yummy. The staff is so nice and helpful. They have little tables to sit at and it has a homey feel. I go pretty often!

Wonderful farm-cup coffee shop. Drinks are served by genuinely happy baristas and your cup of coffee is sourced by the proprieters family farm. In the warmer months, the patio is wonderful. Take a book and enjoy the vibes.

the star of the show isssss the coffee!! decaf with oat milk hit the spot...smoooth..

After passing by this coffee shop so many times, we finally decided to go in. Recreo is a unique local business and their coffee beans come from a family farm in Nicaragua. This place has a cosy vibe with plenty of space to sit down. The owner is very friendly and was happy to help us choose between the plethora of offerings on their menu. I ordered an iced vanilla latte which tasted much fresher than its counterpart at Starbucks. My boyfriend got a hot tea which he said was quite good. Our drinks combined were a total of $10, which I think is very reasonable for a coffee shop in Boston. We will definitely be back!

Second time coming here and they didn't disappoint again! This time I met the owner and the person who took my order told me the history of their business- which is so touching! The staff was a female with semi curly hair- super sweet and is a great addition to their team. I love how this is a family business and they are very giving to their community! Street parking was easy to find and I parked at a 2 hour limit area which was more than enough time. I got their caramel iced latte and that did not disappoint. The flavor of their coffee mixed well with the whole milk and caramel, so delicious! Another nice thing is that I like how they use biodegradable straws, which is better for the environment but also better than soggy paper straws!! Will come again :)

Fabulous find in West Roxbury during son's relocation to Newton. The Yelp 5 stars were spot on. Family owned and serving their parent's coffees. From their website - "The entirety of our delicious, single-origin coffee is grown at our family farm in Jinotega, Nicaragua". And delicious it was as an Americano with just a splash of cream. Bonus stars- seating behind the cafe in the cutest patio garden! Lovely way to spend a few minutes savoring the morning!

If you want to find a coffee that really taste superb and you don't have to overload it with a lot of sugars, etc. than than the place to go is Recreo Coffee & Roasterie. located at 1876 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA 02132. All The Barista's there are very good but there is a person there and his name is Eden. Eden who is "exceptional" in making whatever coffee drinks etc. you request. Another exceptional thing about Eden is his expertise and willingness to help you. He has given me so many tips on improving my coffee So after drinking the coffees there you'll never go back to plain store-brought coffee again.

Amazing coffee, food, and service. The vibe is super- lovely inside and in the back patio. This is an awesome local business.

Such a cute little space, and the service was great! Very friendly staff and delicious matcha!

The best! Very friendly staff and delicious coffee. It's always bustling in the morning but even when it's busy the line moves very quickly. Definitely recommend if you're in the area.

Recreo has been a staple of our community and lives since the day they opened. Not only are the coffee and pastries top quality, the staff and owners treat you like family the moment you step in. Best coffee shop around!

Best coffee shop in West Roxbury and beyond and I'm not even a coffee drinker. Best coffee by far per my husband and I even indulge in an espresso now and then because it smells so good. The shop is a pleasure to enter with a true sense of family and community.

The best coffee is Boston. I love being able to come in and speak my native Spanish with the staff.

Love this place! I've been here a few times. Great coffee, atmosphere, and very friendly staff.

Best real coffee in the area. Very nice people. Classic family business. Highly recommend.

I'm attracted to coffeeshops that roast their own beans. And this shop puts their roasting machine in plain view of the customers. It sends out a delicious aroma of coffee. That being said, their coffees are very strong and have a great dark-roast flavor. However, the flavor was perhaps too strong for a latte. I found that the coffee overpowered the milk and was a bit too bitter for my taste.

This is my first time trying Recreo and it did not disappoint. I went on a Monday so it's not too crowded but still busy, I could see it getting packed on a weekend though. The ac is so nice if it's a hot day and you want to sit inside. There's a few tables for indoor seating and few outdoor as well. They had a good variety of muffins, scones, cookies, and other baked goods. I got a lemon ginger scone that was delicious. It was also very reasonably priced. My small coffee and pastry was around $6 which is around the price of one drink at Starbucks!! I also like how they give you the option of dark, medium, or light roast for coffee. Staff is very friendly and good location lots of parking. Would definitely check out.

Best iced chai latte! I come way out of my way to order this drink. I like it with whole milk so it's creamy. It's ever so slightly too sweet but still the best in the area. Really nice baristas.

Great coffee! From the moment you walk through the door you are greeted with an overwhelming scent of fresh quality coffee. It's crazy just how fragrant it is! This coffee shop is such a gem! The coffee is sustainable and clear where it comes from. It's well made by people who care about the craft. From the machinery to the beans it's all done well and shows a level of care you would expect from a third wave coffee shop. The only downside and reason this isn't five stars was the pastries. The croissant wasn't a true croissant, it was buttery bread at best. Croissants should be extremely flaky and buttery with layers on layers that can be clearly shown when you bite into it. This was just airy bread with no clear distinction between layers. Look as far as their coffee is concerned, they KNOW what they are doing. Pastries and snacks not so much. Overall would recommend and prices for their coffees were very fair as well. Not worryingly cheap and not overall expensive.

Great place, amazing specialty coffee, delicious pastries as well. Highly recommended

Great coffee. Love the patio. My only suggestion is that they put names on the cups so that there's no confusion about whose drink is whose when it gets crowded.

Decent store, but table wasn't cleaned Nice setup cute and quiet store Coffee is wonderful

Latte Machiatto, is absolutely delicous. Owner is super hospitable and took her time to give me the history on the coffee from Nicaragua.

Perfect iced americano ! Not too weak but just strong enough! Plenty of indoor seating with a nice view of centre st!

This place is a neighborhood gem. Hands down the best cold brew I have ever had. Add some caramel and *chef's kiss.* I've enjoyed just about everything I've tried and while I usually stick to the coffee sometimes I can't help but be tempted by the delicious pastries, particularly the tea bread or something seasonal. The owners are very kind and the staff is friendly and appears to get along well. They also have a patio area hidden around the back that you can sit and enjoy your coffee and pastry in the sun during the nicer months. Overall, you can't ask for much more in a neighborhood coffee shop and the exceptional coffee will keep me coming back again and again.

Love supporting small businesses in the community. Doesn't hurt that their coffee and pastries are quite yummy.