Yafa Bakery & Café

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Yafa Bakery & Café

Bakery · Somerville

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594 Somerville Ave, Somerville, MA 02143

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Palestinian bakery with authentic, artistic pastries, breads & chai  

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594 Somerville Ave, Somerville, MA 02143 Get directions

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Yafa Bakery & Café - Atlas Obscura

"If visiting on a hot day, get a lemonada–icy, pulpy, and filled with citrus, mint, ginger, and orange blossom– for the road. For your own kitchen, you can also buy zaatar and extra-virgin olive oil that Abdulla imports from the groves his relatives harvest in Palestine." - Atlas Obscura

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16 Great Restaurants Around Cambridge’s Porter Square

"Yafa is a Palestinian bakery that is guaranteed to sweeten your day. Owner Abdullah Awad is baking traditional family recipes. Load up on Turkish pistachio-crusted cookies and soft, finger-length palmas rolled in white chocolate and almonds, and just say yes to any samples you’ll likely be offered while you deliberate in front of the pastry case." - Julian Cohen, Eater Staff

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Ahlam A

Google
I kept hearing amazing things about this café, so I finally had to check it out — and I’m so glad I did! It absolutely lived up to the hype. The food was delicious (with great vegan options!), the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the staff were incredibly kind. I even happened to meet the owner, who was friendly and genuinely considerate, which made the experience even more memorable. I’ll definitely be back soon!

Eugene Lee

Google
Can't say enough about how great this place is. The spinach and cheese snail was amazing. The manaqeesh was fantastic but when fresh ones came out, the staff gave us another for free and insisted that we eat it hot. It made a world of difference and made the dish 10/10. The Jerusalem bagel was so soft, nutty, and flavorful. The lemonade was so unique and mint forward. The sweets were phenomenal. While perusing the counter, the staff just kept giving us sample after sample. It felt like a tasting menu of desserts. Everything was delicious and nothing cloyingly sweet. The golden nest was so good, I bought a couple boxes as gifts. They ended up giving us another sweet on the house just because we showed some interest in it. They have an assortment of types of boxes that are beautiful as well for gift giving. The hospitality cannot be beat here. The food was incredibly good flavor, texture, and quality. Highly recommend. Go out of your way to come here.

Clark H

Google
Yup, there’s a reason why this cafe is highly rated. It all starts at the door with friendly staff and smiles. The inside is small but cozy and nice. Water, napkins, and other small items like sugar are available for you to grab. The presentation was lovely with a nice assortment of goods to pick from. I was having a late breakfast with a friends family and wanted an assortment of goods for them to try. I was honestly ok with anything, was asked what my price range was and if there were any allergies. Staff double checked to make sure no one had allergies which was really nice, thankfully no one has allergies so they were able to add all sorts of goods. Staff kept to budget and let me try various items as they neatly packed a few boxes up. The few items that I got to try were outstanding! I appreciated the level of service they were delivering I bumped my budget and got a few more things. I look forward to returning and trying some of their cakes and other items they have to offer!

Zamirah Nazeer

Google
A taste of Palestine, amazing 😍 beautiful place, gorgeous people, friendly staff, cloudy and busy perhaps it talks about how good is the place... Taste the Delight bites and other desserts nothing was disappointing... Tasty, flavoury, delightful, unique each one just better than the other... Can't complain... Did have the morning 🌄 of my week today!!!

Emma Young

Google
Yafa is an 11/10!! Absolutely wonderfully yummy food and great great service. Such a community treasure. I’m new to Somerville and am so glad I stopped in. Everything I tried I loved! I wish I knew the name of the man who helped us but he was so kind and gave us some samples! Couldn’t recommend this place more :)

Rossol Taleb

Google
When i visited Boston my friend took me to Yafa and said it was a MUST. Once we got there, tried the food and spoke with the staff i knew why she keeps on mentioning that place. Excellent service, delicious, fresh, and clean food, portions are large and filling. We had breakfast and tried different sweets, they all hit the spot. I couldn’t resist taking some of their bread with me back to Michigan for my husband to try, so i did, and guess what, they gave it to me for free!!! They just hand out free pastries and baklava as a symbol of their generosity and hospitality. Abdullah the owner was very welcoming and generous, he turned that small cafe into a social hub for everyone to have the best time there. Thank you so much Yafa staff!!

Marina W

Google
Best bakery in the Boston and that I’ve been to possibly the world. Incredible quality of pastries, delicious drinks, and service. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, filled with light and art, and the staff is very warm and makes the cafe truly unique. Do yourself and your loved ones a favor and get them a box to share — and support this amazing Palestinian local business. Also a nice spot to sit and meet a friend or do some work.

Emma Lee

Google
This is top 3 bakeries I ever been to ever and this is coming from someone who is not a sweet tooth. Their pistachio cake is so divine. You must check this place out, an absolute gem of a place and the staff is super friendly. Bonus there’s even free parking!
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Monica A.

Yelp
Palestinian owned bakery in Somerville, probably one of the few middle eastern bakeries in the area, everything else that's similar is out in/near Watertown. Small bakery with limited seating, maybe 4-5 tables that can fit 3 people. You could call it cozy! From time to time they'll offer samples, and you can ask for samples as well. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. I've sampled their chai, it uses real milk, so I couldn't take more than a sip of it, but it was very good & I'd recommend it to all the cow-milk-drinkers out there. Their spice blend for it and their sweetness level is perfect in my opinion. I'd also recommend the lemonada (lemonade-like drink with ginger and mint) and their sage tea (it's like the tea my mom makes when she plucks sage from the garden). Now for the desserts! I haven't tried too much, but I will say everything I have tried is rich due to the nuts, honey, and dried fruit. The dried date selection is beautifully done. They've turned that dessert into an art. Taste-wise, the ones I've had are all kind of similar, but their date dipped in white chocolate & coconut is definitely something special (around $3 per piece). Their pistachio baklava is also a must-try. Not too sugary, but definitely dense. I also really enjoy their date-filled cookies with tea. Lastly, they have slices of a pistachio mousse cake, it's really light and cute looking (pastel colors!). Drinks range from $4-6. Desserts range from $3-$8. I still want to try their kunahfa cream and I haven't tried anything savory yet, but will report back when I do.
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Stephanie N.

Yelp
Wonderful. Such kind service, you get a chai sampler when you walk in the door to whet your appetite, and the staff is usually kind enough to offer some tastes. Sad it took us so long to find this place. My favorites are the tahini baklava, pistachio kunefeh (this one is not made with cheese, more of a delicate ground pistachios + syrup patty), kunefeh cream (this one is made with a type of cheese I think, with a floral rose flavor), and pistachio roll (super pistachio, almost like a pistachio butter), mamoul, and almondo (cross between crumbly almond flour cookie and shortbread, I think--I have to be in the right mood to get this). The chai is also delightful and full of flavor. I really want to try one of the dates, since they seem so special and have a large selection, perhaps one of the marzipan, pistachio paste, or cashew chocolate-robed dates. Thank Yafa!
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Rachel S.

Yelp
I happened to be dining across the street at an Egyptian restaurant (Koshari Mama) when I saw this bakery and seeing all the positive reviews, I decided to check it out. I'm so glad I did! As a vegan, I was very happy to see everything displayed labeled with the common allergens, and the staff member at the counter was very friendly and knowledgeable about what foods would suit any dietary restrictions. He generously provided 3 different pastry samples and a drink sample. The pistachio balloriya was my favorite with its crispiness and pistachio flavor. I ended up getting a classic balloriya pistachio ($3.75 for 1), 3 pieces of Qairawan ($7.25 for 3), and a savory potato borek snail ($6.25). I can't wait to enjoy them for breakfast, dessert, and as a snack!
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Guli K.

Yelp
This might be my favorite discovery yet! Reviews brought me here to pick up sweets for a friend, and I was absolutely blown away by the selection. So many options left me a bit intimidated but the owner/manager kept handing out samples to all in line that had me selecting items I would otherwise have not. I don't think you can go wrong with anything. Baklava hasn't always been the first thing I would reach for but this place has made me a fan. I am now regretting not picking up some of their savory offerings but know I will be back. Place is on the smaller side with very few seats. Service was very friendly and despite the crowd, I did not feel rushed through the selection process.
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Emily N.

Yelp
Probably my fave bakery in Mass so far. I wish I came here earlier bc I would've been a LOYAL customer. The cafe is a small little shop by Porter Square with limited seating, The savory foods were good! I recommend baking all the savory pastries at 350F & microwaving the Kunafah Cream for 40 seconds on a dish. The cheese zaatar w hummus was my favorite, while my friend really liked the mana'eesh and spinach snail. The hummus was an extra $3 but you def want to get it with the cheese zaatar. Nevertheless lol it's still good on its own. I kind of wish we got the one with bell peppers, but this one still slapped. The snail had a nice flaky texture + the spinach and cheese combination paired well with it. Everything was great though - with or without supplements. It made for the perfect lunch. All around, we both LOVED the kunafah cream. It was so good! The taste is really floral, so don't order if you aren't a fan of that floral profile. I felt like I was eating a flower (in a good way)! I also really liked the crumbly but creamy texture of the pastry. The custard cream had a unique flavor with the best consistency. Overall, the kunafah wasn't too sweet or bland - just perfect. This place def had expensive pastries, but I get it. The savory foods, however, were reasonably priced. Yafa's barista also let me sample some coffee, and it was really flavorful + rich in spices. I have no idea what I sampled though. It made me really wish I ordered a drink, but I was too enamored by all the pastry choices.
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Enya L.

Yelp
It's a cute new bakery in town that has excellent desserts! There's a huge range of baklava and pastries, which is daunting at first, but the staff is so sweet and helpful. I love how the baklava was not overly sweet and had great flavor. Our favorites were the Kunafah Cream- the wispy flakiness pairs so well with the cheese, and the baklava. The place has limited seating, so plan to get takeout.

Chloe F.

Yelp
Went to Yafa for the first time after hearing lots of great reviews and it was spectacular! The pastries were scrumptious and the service was amazing. The moment we entered we were greeted and offered a small sample of their chai, which I was suprised to have enjoyed so much as I typically don't like chai. As we placed our order, a worker explained to us the different pastries and gave recommendations. We ordered the walnut baklava with chocolate, a walnut-tahini baklava, and a cheese zaatar flatbread type savory pastry. All were delicious but I especially enjoyed the walnut baklava with chocolate as the syrup was made with orange blossom and rose water which gave it a subtle unique floral taste. After trying all the pastries, a man who I think may have been the owner came out and asked us what we ordered and how we liked them. Upon telling him our order and how much we enjoyed it, he brought us a plate of 4 more pastries he selected for us to try free of charge! They were all scrumptious and we were pleasantly surprised to have the opportunity to try more of a selection from Yafa. We were able to try a date filled roll, some sort of shortbread cookie, a pistachio baklava roll, and a more typical walnut baklava. My personal favorites were the date filled roll and pistachio baklava roll. I definitely plan to come back and try more of Yafa's delicious pastries! Thank you for a wonderful experience!
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Rima K.

Yelp
A lot of items were out of stock and it's definitely pricey. In terms of flavor I wasn't terribly impressed. It's one of those tik tok type picturesque places.
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Dania B.

Yelp
Cutest and best Palestinian owned cafe in Boston. If I could live here I would. The food is so authentic and you can tell it's made with love. The owner is so sweet and hospitable it makes you feel like you're at home. The mint lemonade is delicious. The ambiance is so cute with tons of Palestinian decor all around.
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Mina P.

Yelp
This place is cute and the service is great. They have a wide selection of dessert you can pick from and they go over each one in depth for you, which I really appreciated! Overall, the desert was a little too sweet for me, but delicious nonetheless. My favorite was probably the baklava work pistachios.
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Ben B.

Yelp
Camberville (because, let's face it, they're not that different) is confusing. Sometimes it's extraordinarily generic and sometimes it is unfathomably world class. I don't think I've lived in a cities like it. World class: Cicada, Bom Dough, Sarma, Celeste And: Yafa. This place is everything you want from a bakery, sparkling and colorful with big glorious windows. And, of course, an entire wall of sexy treats making you forget that you just had lunch and that you were going to work out today. Not to mention the little free chai they give you so you can't get away. It's not fair, Yafa, I have diet goals. Their savory stuff is excellent, it always tastes like they fresh made it. Hard to explain, but there's a flavor to the dough that is just happiness. But really their sweets are the main event. They have the classic baklava and various takes on it (the hazelnut one is, well, nuts). The owner went on a spree of letting us try a couple others and I found the almond and coconut rolls (they look like little cigars) to be absolute magic. It's just a really nice place to sit or pick up a fancy assortment to impress friends and families. Highly, highly recommend.
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Tanu P.

Yelp
I'm so happy we stopped by this place was amazing in terms of staff, service, food, and atmosphere. The baklava was SO good and the Karak chai was extremely warming and flavorful. I can't wait to be back here, happy to support this business
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Kayla P.

Yelp
This is an excellent bakery - a great experience and great food! They gave us samples of many different breads and treats and were so kind! We really enjoyed the pastries that we had. We started with Potato Borax Snail & Spinach and Cheese Snail - These are stuffed hand pies and were absolutely delicious! We also ordered a side of hummus which was a great addition! The Kunafah cream was also delicious, it was a perfect flaky dough and cream inside, the rose water balanced the sweetness. We also got the lemonada which was a very unique flavor, but really good! Finally, we got the pistachio cake to go- it was absolute perfection. Can't wait to try more there
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Darlina L.

Yelp
Best bakery in town!!! Such a welcoming and inviting space. The staff are lovely and have phenomenal recommendations and explanations of the different types of pastries (with plenty of samples along the way). The limonada drink is the ultimate refreshing thirst quencher for a hot summer's day. The chai was also deliciously spiced. The baklava here is another standout. You can't really go wrong with what you choose. If you haven't been here yet, you'll want to add it to your list! You are missing out!!
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Victoria T.

Yelp
Really cute bakery! The staff was SO nice, and even gave us some samples to try. I got the valencia almond, the palma, and two other pastries I cant recall the name of. I really liked the valencia almond, that one was my favorite. The palma was flaky, which I liked. Would def come back to try more different kinds of pastries. Only downside is it's a little expensive, but I can see why, the pastries are so pretty and unique.
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Kimberly N.

Yelp
Yafa is not to be missed if you're in the area. And you can't miss it--the sign outside is huge. Seriously. But for good reason because this place is amazing and deserves all the hype it has been getting. The inside is quite small, and it can get crowded. You have to be on the lookout for a table as you are admiring the pastries if you want to dine in. They give everyone a sample of the chai tea while waiting, and I'm still thinking about it. I didn't order it at the time because I was already full, but I would come back just for it. Out of all of the pastries that I ordered, my favorite was the Kunafah Cream. I tried it first because I expected it to be heavy given the name, but it was surprisingly very light and had interesting textures.
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Ellie C.

Yelp
Yafa is one of my favorite hidden gems in Somerville. The employees are always so kind and helpful, eager to offer you a sample of their chai. On weekends, they serve an assortment of sweet and savory warm pastries. The flaky snail pastries are my favorite, and my partner likes the cheese safayeh. Honestly, everything I've had here is great! No matter what you end up ordering, be sure to grab a cup of their chai -- it's sweet, earthy and tastes homemade.
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Eri L.

Yelp
The lemonada is incredibly refreshing, I buy this by the liter! I also enjoyed their baklava (they do not skimp on the nut filling) and their kunafeh cream, as well as their comforting chai, though note they run on the sweeter side. They have space inside for ~3-4 parties of 2-4, though most people seem to get takeout. The owners are incredibly sweet and happy to chat about their products/ingredients and give you samples to try if you're debating between options.

Gisele D.

Yelp
Delicious assortment of sweets. Some come with a layer of cream, some are made with honey like baklava, some are more like cookies that crumble as you eat them. If you like pistachios you are in luck with 6 or 7 options. Then there is the fragrant chai tea which you can also buy in a jar to take home. I felt welcome and the place is warm and inviting. Parking might be tricky. There are a few spots in a parking lot before you get there from Porter sq.

Eve D.

Yelp
What a great find, this little jewel box of a cafe has the most delicious treats. You are fed samples until you say no more...let me buy something. They make up the nicest gift boxes too.
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Sara Jieyi T.

Yelp
Love this Mediterranean bakery and their pastries!! You have to get their Baklava!!! and honestly, you can't go wrong with anything in the store. Upon entering, we were asked if I had any allergies and they greeted us with their amazing chai tea. They also gave us a couple samples to try and they were all good. We ended up getting 5 items from the store and have been wanting to go back. The interior is simple and decorated with elements of cultural pieces. They have indoor seatings and parking can be easily found on the street. Highly recommend! Food: 9/10 Service: 9/10 Experience: 9/10 Value: 8.7/10
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Gabriel A.

Yelp
Delightfully delicious, flavorful and bold, creative and comforting. Do yourself a favor and get a warm cup of chai, get a bread with hummus, and sample some desserts and sit at a table and just enjoy everything. The service was friendly and helpful and they took the time to explain the different desserts and breads. I couldn't recommend this place more!
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Natalie Y.

Yelp
Yafa- my favorite cafe/bakery in Boston! The food is incredible, authentic, and creative, and there's nowhere like it in Boston. I'm a huge foodie, esp. when it comes to baked goods and mediterranean food, but the experience at Yafa is so much more than incredible eats. Being in Yafa is like coming home, and the staff's radical hospitality stands out in a city that can often feel cold. Every time I've walked in, the owner (Abdulla) tells me stories about the food in the shelves (where the recipes come from and their inspiration), greets me warmly, gives me new items to sample, and always checks in to see how I'm liking the food. He also is happy to answer questions, and share information about the beautiful art in his shop (ask him about it)! I'd highly recommend making time to sit and enjoy the food there (both so you get the full customer service experience), but also because you'll get pastries fresh, hot and plated beautifully! Here are some of my favorites: The baklava fingers (or the pistachio baklava) and the Yafa chai Karak (I normally don't like chai or baklava, but they are INCREDIBLE HERE). Knafeh with cheese (ask for this in the back and definitely sit in the restaurant so you get this fresh). Comes plated beautifully and warm (not shown in the display, so ask the owner Abdullahif he's around)! Royal knafeh pistachio - first time trying pistachio knafeh and it was delicious. They have two versions, and I chose the one with red pistachios, incredible and so unique! Qairawan- ask Abdulla about the history of this cookie! I'm not normally a huge fan of date cookies, but this one is so special, and the history it honors makes it even more of a treat! Lemonada- super refreshing on a hot day. Made with orange blossom water, which makes it extra unique! Hummus (best I've had in Boston). Made properly (homemade, warm, from dried beans). Jerusalem Bagel- by far the best I've had in the western hemisphere (no surprise, given that the owner is from Jerusalem)! This is a must try!

HG Y.

Yelp
If you haven't been at Yafa bakery & cafe, u r missing out! I went today for the first time & I had the most amazing and delicious experience. This is the real authentic Palestinian kitchen & food. Amazing assortment of everything made from the best healthy ingredients. Hand crafted by the owner who's hospitality is graciously inviting. Everything I tried was so wonderful with the real taste that I know from home! I was so overwhelmed, the healthy ingredients, like the cardamom tea or the fresh mint juice or the nuts that are used into these recipes, you will be thankful & happy. Thank you for your hospitality, you made us so happy today. WOW is understatement, will be back!
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JZ S.

Yelp
WOW! WOW! WOW! My husband I happened to stop in today on a walk + we were absolutely blown away! Abdul could not have been kinder. He gave us chai tea, biscotti and pistachio desserts, all for free as we waited for our little pizza, just to try! Everything was amazing & I couldn't stop remarking about how beautiful all of the desserts were. We can't wait to go back and buy the date filled pastries for every special occasion! At one point, I noticed the Palestinian cookbook on their bookshelf and I couldn't have been more excited to support a Palestinian-owned business, especially during this time when there is so much strife in the world. Sharing coffee & hospitality across cultures & religions really does build bridges. I've been smiling ever since! Thank you, Yafa & Abdul!!!
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Tulsa H.

Yelp
The manager/owner is genuinely passionate about his pastries. He really enjoys what he does. The bakeries here taste so delicious. Will definitely come back again!

B F.

Yelp
Really lovely place - friendly owner/staff, tasty treats. I only wished I liked pasties more and I'd likely be here every day. Definitely worth the trip!
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Eman S.

Yelp
A phenomenal Middle Eastern bakery, whether you are a native, a connoisseur, or a sampler of Arab sweets, pies, and ka'ak. We tried everything from their date and nut maamoul, as good as my mom's homemade, to the various types of baklava, to the amazing chocolate and date works of art, and finally to the authentic, street food ... hummus, Zaatar, and Jerusalem ka'ak topped with refreshing lemonade and spiced Karak Chai. The delicious and abundant variety is only topped by the generosity and warm welcome of the owner and his entire staff. Will be back soon and highly highly recommend it!

Lexi B.

Yelp
Love this place. Tried a bunch of pastries, everything was really delightful with lots of surprising textures and flavors. Really friendly and helpful staff, gave great suggestions (and samples!) 10/10.
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Jasmine B.

Yelp
Love this place. The owner is so passionate about his baked goods and loves to tell you tons of history and tries to pair you with what you'd like the most when asked. Also love the free samples and the chai is amazing.
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Linda C.

Yelp
In addition to the delectable and delicious sweet and savory treats, my husband and I want to commend the superb customer service. This was even when the bakery was getting busy. The person who served us explained everything they had available since we were first timers to the bakery and had not tried many of their treats before. We got lots of samples, my favorite being the tea (?chai) and this white chocolate filled cookie. We also purchased a variety of desserts, Jerusalem bread and Zaatar bread. We loved both the Jerusalem bread and Zaatar bread which they recommended we pair with hummus. We plan to return to get an assortment of pretty and creative dates for my mom's birthday, since she loves dates. We definitely want to return in general for all the yummy things there : ))
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Lacey W.

Yelp
Such a lovely place and my new favorite bakery in Somerville. Went with a friend after hearing so many great things about Yafa and everything we got was incredible. I got baklava, which was the perfect levels of sweet and flaky--and sampled a bunch of things my friend had got that were equally amazing. The plating was as beautiful as the bakery and it's run by such a kind and friendly crew. Usually I grab and go, but the place was cute and the staff was so welcoming that we stayed to enjoy what we got in such a wonderful atmosphere, which I'm so glad we did.
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Regina L.

Yelp
What a nice guy! I didn't catch his name but the entire time my friend and I were there, he loaded us with samples of the pastries. It was so difficult to choose between the large variety of desserts they offered. I ended up getting the Jerusalem bagel and a coconut bread. So good and so soft! We tried their lemonade drink which was also incredibly refreshing. They also have package deals where you can choose 4/6/8 packs of certain pastries so you can get a sample of each. Definitely worth the trip!

Blossom P.

Yelp
These sweeties were delicious!! The service was friendly and helpful. The person at the counter explained the pastries quite well which made my decision easier. They are expensive so definitely a treat. They are so delicious so at the price point it's good that I consider this a treat or else I might not fit thru the door :)
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Rachel S.

Yelp
I absolutely love Yafa! Their bread, pastries, and drinks are all superb. My favorite is the Jerusalem bread, and I've gone back multiple times for this. Huge fan of their other pastries too -- you can't go wrong! The owner is super nice and gives me free samples every time I visit, and he takes time to explain each pastry. Small but cute cafe, great service, fantastic food, and good prices! Definitely visit if you're in the area -- this place will brighten your day!
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Hadas M.

Yelp
Yafa Bakery is a taste of the Middle East in Somerville. It is authentic, fresh and delicious. You can taste how much care and effort are put into every bite of food or every sip of a drink. Each time I go, I am never disappointed but rather reminded of why I keep going. You can't go wrong with anything here, 10/10.
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Kirtana S.

Yelp
Love coming to this bakery. The service is amazing and quick. They greet you with chai! (That is delicious and you should order a large chai while you are here). We got the harissa desert to eat while there and took many home with us. The ambiance is very cute and the decorations are homey.
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Sandra C.

Yelp
Lovely place!!! I went there today with a friend to support a local owned Palestinian business. And we tried a few different things, one more delicious than the other and we LOVED IT, the lady who helped us was so nice . My new favorite spot
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Michael M.

Yelp
It's not often I am compelled to leave a review. But I am - now. The place is totally fantastic. The host was extremely generous and let us try many different things. The only close place in my mind to this one is an Arabic bakery in Akko we visited years ago. Nothing around here we have seen anything close to Yafa Bakery. The taste of their baklava and different pistachio kunafa (sp?) is out of this world. And Jerusalem bagels? Last time I had a real one was in Jerusalem! Highly, highly recommend this place.
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Ella S.

Yelp
Amazing baked goods and super friendly service. The food is authentic and fresh. The place is clean as well.
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Whitney L.

Yelp
It's not often that I find a bakery that absolutely exceeds my standards in every way. As a baked good aficionado and frequent cafe visitor, I've been to a lot of different establishments, especially around the Cambridge area. So do not take it lightly when I say, this is hands-down, the most outstanding bakery I've tried in Cambridge. In addition to delicious sweets and baked goods (spinach and cheese roll was a highlight), the service here is outstanding. Immediately upon arrival, the owner (I'm assuming) offered us samplings of baked goods, chai, herbal lemonade, and sweets. It was so fun to taste an assortment of goods we wouldn't have tried otherwise, and definitely inspired us to return in the future. 6/5 stars for exceptionally friendly staff, tasty treats, and a great vibe. I will be returning soon!

Jay T.

Yelp
Wonderful place and everything we tried and took home was delicious. The owner is very generous and was explaining about every thing we chose. it's nice to sit and have a cup of coffee as well. Will do that next time. Highly recommend this place and will go back again soon.
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Leena I.

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This is the bakery/cafe you want to enter where you want to feel at home. The owner is SO nice, so generous, and offered us different things to try. The mint lemonade was out of this world. Make sure to try the jerusalem bread (kaak in Arabic) which took me back to my visits to Palestine.
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Sazma S.

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Such amazing service - the owners were very nice and even gave us a homemade chili sauce - good food - would highly highly recommend!
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Gaby M.

Yelp
no lie I think about this place every other day. sometimes I'm grateful I dont live in Boston because I would thru my money like crazy here. My partner and I have come about 3-4 times when I visited alone and the man who is always behind the counter has the sweetest smile and is so kind to us. He let us have a few samples the second time we came and they make the best chai like it feels like a warm hug. Whenever I'm in the city I look forward to getting a warm drink and a to-go box full of qairawans to last me a week. I'm a huge sweet tooth and a vegan and I am always so satisfied when I come here. The place is a bit small and usually full but that's because it really is such a wonderful place and everyone who I bring wholeheartedly agrees. The space is beautiful and welcoming and the treats are full of soul and love. I only wish I could order boxes of pastries across the east coast every month when I get cravings :~)
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Bradley A.

Yelp
This place is incredible. Everything we tried was out of this world. The owner gave us a bunch of recommendations and we loved every one. The service was excellent as well. The ambiance is clean and features authentic decorations from Jerusalem. This is my favorite bakery in Boston.
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Ruth B.

Yelp
Love this place! Everything I've had here is so delicious! The music, atmosphere and customer service are amazing as well.
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Mel K.

Yelp
Great food and great people, what more can you ask for? Come try all the deliciousness at Yafa. You won't be disappointed!
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Joy E.

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What a treat to visit @yafabakerycafe in Sommerville this weekend. We were welcomed with a sample of tea and freshly squeezed mint lemonade (just like my mama's), both were delicious! This place is beautiful, clean and the staff were friendly and helpful. The owner so welcoming, generous and accommodating to our many requests. From fresh savory pastries (Jerusalem ka'ak with zataar was my favorite) to amazing desserts (the kunafeh was superb)....truly everything we tried was Wow, I enjoyed every bite! A taste of home away from home, so excited to have this gem so close by!

Shahzad S.

Yelp
Visited on a Saturday afternoon and the place was packed as usual. This is a must hit. Literally everything was amazing, and the taste are multi-tiered. I've traveled the world and this is truly a world-class bakery, no exaggeration.