Caffè Nero

Caffè Nero is hands-down the best café in town. It’s the perfect spot whether you’re getting work done, meeting up with friends or clients, or simply enjoying a great cup of coffee/tea. The atmosphere is comfortable and inviting, making it easy to stay awhile without feeling rushed. Their pastries and sandwiches are consistently delicious and pair perfectly with their cappuccino or a chai. A true go-to spot in Wellesley that never disappoints.

Although part of a global chain, Caffè Nero did a nice job of capturing the distinct history of this Wellesley Hills station designed by architect H.H. Richardson. The building was completed in 1886, and after the station was decommissioned the space was various retail outlets until Nero took over in 2016. And the food and drink? Relative to other bakeries and coffee shops in Wellesley (there are a lot!) the coffee is good, and the baked goods are workmanlike. An added plus is the large parking lot for the train next door, free on weekends. I really like the old photos showing the building and interior spaces on the walls. It’s fun to compare “then and now” while you sip a coffee. P.S. This was the last of nine stations that H.H. Richardson designed for the Boston and Albany Railroad.

This Cafe Nero is the perfect place to go for a moment to yourself while you enjoy their wonderful coffee and pastries. Lots of spaces to sit, with a warm fireplace and dramatic sunlight streaming in through the windows to add to the vibe.

The café appears to be prematurely closing. Despite the 7 pm closing time, I arrived at 6:05 pm and observed several signs of closure: all pastries were wrapped, only takeout box, the restrooms were closed, staff were actively cleaning, and the air conditioning was excessively cold, making the interior uncomfortable.

Great place to hang. Love their selection of savory. With more coffee shops realized that not everyone has a sweet tooth. All good... service, drinks and atmosphere arr worthy!