O'Some Cafe

Can't say enough good things about O'Some. The honey latte is my favorite. Their pastries are so good and so unique- showcasing strawberries, matcha, and other delicious flavors. I don't think you can go wrong with anything you get here. I tried a new pastry last time I was there- a kind of matcha cream puff. Messy but divine! You're in for a treat with the coffee and pastries here.

I stopped by there lunch time. The space inside the cafe is small. I noticed there were two people waiting behind me when I was ordering and they were standing pretty close to the door. It is a small cozy cafe. Besides the typical wall menu, they also have specialty drinks on a chalk board next to the register. At first I ordered the ice matcha latte without realizing the specialty drinks on the chalk board. The server was nice enough to let me change my order. I ended up ordering an ice black sesame latte and a chocolate cruffin. The Black sesame latte was a little too sweet to me. The chocolate cruffin was surprisingly good. The crust was buttery and crunchy. I think I'll give the other pastries a try!Overall 13/15Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Ambiance: 3/5

Pre-Christmas 2022 visitI was heading out to Waltham so I took the opportunity to finally stop by O'Some Cafe to check them out. I was hopeful for some interesting Asian flavors and was aware that they had scones and pound cakes boxed in variety boxes for the holidays.It was late morning on a Tuesday and there was one gent awaiting his order ahead of me. It is a small shop in Watertown Square, just across the street from the Firehouse. Metered parking is available just outside.Four flavors of scones filled the top case box on the left of the counter (2 savory and 2 sweet), but the only pound cakes I could see were the samples set out to tempt into us to order a 2022 Holiday Gift Box of 4 for $18.The owner kindly offered to quickly decorate some if I was interested in the chocolate pound cakes that she had just taken out of the oven.I ended up leaving with one jalapeno cheddar spinach scone $3.75 (pickled jalapenos, I was told, so I'm hopeful that it isn't too spicy for me), and two chocolate pound cakes $3.50 each (dolled up as peppermint mocha and as salted caramel) in their white paper sacks.Had the peppermint mocha first with its dehydrated marshmallows and peppermint candy came pieces. It was sweet and moist without being too sweet.Heated up the jalapeno cheddar spinach scone for breakfast the next day. Let me say, this was soft, tender, but definitely not mild spicy. I tamed it sufficiently somewhat between bites of banana and sips of milk, but likely not the best choice for someone even less spicy tolerant than me.Lastly, I enjoyed the not too sweet chocolate pound cake dressed with salted caramel as the salt contrasted well with the sweet. It became my preference of the two garnish options.Goals are the yuzu and matcha pound cakes.Tip - call a day or two earlier if you really want something specific as they do not make everything every day.They have early hours and are currently closed on Sundays.

The coffee at O'Some is delicious. Evidently they take pride in their brews. The flavors are rich and the aroma is tantalizing. Make sure you check out the seasonal menu. It features a range of unique coffee creations that will surprise and delight you.I had the Tiramisu Iced Latte and a matcha strawberry scone. The Tiramisu Iced Latte was the perfect marriage of coffee richness and the classic Italian dessert's sweet, creamy flavors. The scone's combination of matcha's earthy notes with the sweet burst of strawberries was both creative and satisfying.The service is quick and friendly. The staff is not only knowledgeable about their coffee but also eager to provide recommendations based on your preferences. Overall, O'Some Cafe lives up to its name by delivering an "awesome" coffee experience.

It's been a while since I've visited O'Some, but I'm glad I did today!The open black sesame latte, my favorite drink here, is still on the sweet but flavorful side, and is especially delightful iced. (You could probably ask for less black sesame syrup to cut down on the sugar, but then you'd get less sesame... a conundrum).But today I was most excited to try one of their gluten free scones, after seeing them mentioned in other reviews. The staff had recently made a batch of GF blueberry scones when I stopped by on a late weekday morning. Scones had a good texture (a "crust" with a soft but not too crumbly interior), and sweet but not too sweet. Apparently they have more options on weekends and even have a vegan and gluten free option on occasion. I will definitely be back to try them! Note that they keep their gluten free baked goods separate from their gluten-filled ones, which is very much appreciated.The barista was unfamiliar to me (then again, it's been many months since I've last visited) but as friendly as all their staff has ever been.Even though there isn't seating in the small cafe, I'd recommend taking your food and drinks across the street to the Watertown Library patio. After all, books and coffee go together splendidly.

My friend and I stopped by early Friday morning after our jog. I ordered the sesame latte as well as four loaf cakes - yuzu, black sesame, matcha, and cookie butter. The sesame latte was pretty good. I enjoyed the coffee part more than the black sesame, but it was not too bad. There were other seasonal flavors that sounded interesting on the menu. The loaf cakes are not large in size but surprisingly dense. I most enjoyed the yuzu as the flavor was most prominent, and the texture was very moist. The other cakes were slightly dry and lacking in flavor. I could not taste matcha or black sesame much. I did enjoy how the icing for the cakes was not too sweet. The place is run by the owner, who gave detailed instructions regarding the storage and shelf life of the cake, which I greatly appreciated. Overall, they were alright, but I would come back for the coffee.

Loved. What stood out to me was the iced black sesame latte I ordered the moment I saw it. Nostalgia and caffeine in the same cup? I'll take it. Also grabbed a piece of yuzu pound cake and a blueberry lemon scone to try. Both were really good, and delightful. The space is super small, and yet somehow they bake everything in-house. They did make it cute with what little they have, just wish there were some seating because I would totally hang and work in here for a few hours (and give myself excuses to eat more of the pastries). Will be back for the occasional treat!

Stumbled across this quaint little cafe one Saturday a little after 11 and there was a line filling the small space. Despite the wait, the decor is so cute that you can spend your time admiring it We ordered one of each of the remaining pound cake flavors (cookie butter and black sesame), and I got the black sesame latte. The pound cakes themselves aren't too sweet, which helps balance the toppings. I also enjoyed the latte, which had a nice sesame flavor.Would definitely come back to try more of their menu!

2nd review: Get 1 of each scone, they know what they're doing with flavor. Our go-to in Watertown! Honey cinnamon latte and salted toffee latte were amazing.

I LOVE this cafe. Probably the best matcha I've had in Massachusetts. More than the viral ones you see like matcha maiko or the new matcha place in Brookline. The tall barista is my fave guy. He never fails me. You can see how much care and art he puts into every drink. I truly love the unique pastries they have out and the warm welcoming ambiance