Chris Karavoulias (BostonGreekGeek)
I only stumbled upon this gem because when I had backing pt, Connor mentioned his brother works here. I’m so glad he did! It’s literally a “side door” cafe tucked away on a side street. It’s a super cute spot, and since it’s Norwood, finding a parking spot nearby wasn’t a headache at all.
Here’s the thing: I’m more of a caffeine fan than a coffee fan. Usually, I drown my cup in milk and sugar to mask the taste. The barista left almost no room for milk, so I figured I’d take a sip, head home, and top it off there. But the coffee was actually that good—I ended up not adding a drop of milk because the flavor was so smooth on its own. That’s a first for me!
The food is just as solid. The croissant and breakfast sandwich were way better than your average cafe fare. They have a huge selection of pastries I still need to work my way through.
Update: Just found out you can order ahead on their app, which is a lifesaver. The crew working the morning shift is great, and I’ve officially made this my post-PT weekend ritual.
… moreHannah
Such a cute little cafe! I stopped by before visiting my friend’s shop nearby, Wildflower Hill (definitely check them out at Winsmith Mill Market!).
They have a lovely pastry selection, though you’ll want to get there early as they go fast. We ordered lattes, a BLT, and a breakfast sandwich, everything was delicious, flavorful, and felt ‘light’ rather than greasy or overwhelming. It’s also a great, quiet spot to get some work or studying done!
… moreAndrew Castrova
Stopped in on Valentine’s Day for a morning coffee with my sweetheart.
We ordered hot oatmilk lattes one with caramel and one with hazelnut honey.
The atmosphere was great! We made a few jokes with the baristas. The espresso was on point but the syrups were off.
Definitely will return for a second try!
… moreMichelle A.
Local coffee shop serving some homemade favorites. The coffee is delicious, best in town, but the home-cooked Greek lemon chicken soup will have me coming back for more. Perfect balance of flavors warming any New Englander during this cold winter. Bustling bakery/coffee shop nestled on the back corner of the main strip. Perfect place to stop and warm your soul with their hot brew. Service was quick and personable, and the atmosphere was welcoming and warm. Can’t wait to try the next soup du jour!
… moreZibiscus J
I was on the lookout for a cozy little spot to kick back, relax, and dive into a good book while sipping on a delicious cup of coffee. The coffee mug was surprisingly big, and let me tell you, that latte was absolutely delightful! I couldn’t resist trying their breakfast sandwich, and it did not disappoint – super tasty and fresh! Overall, this place has such a lovely atmosphere and serves up great food and drinks. It’s definitely a nice spot to hang out!
… moreCristina Zakrzewski
My favorite place to be! Everyone is so friendly and service is excellent. Best lattes! Colin made a breakfast bowl in place of a sandwich and it was delicious. Support your locals!
… moreKristin Bassett
We’ve been coming to Sidedoor multiple times a week for the past year. The food is delicious and the entire team is lovely. My favorite dishes are the #3 breakfast sandwich, the pain au chocolat and the chicken salad wrap. Highly recommend!
… moreTara O’Hanlon
So excited to finally try the Sidedoor cafe! It lived up to my expectations. Delicious breakfast sandwich, sticky bun, & iced latte. The staff is friendly and outgoing. Such a great vibe at this spot, can’t wait to come back! Love supporting local Norwood folks!
… moreLindsay P
Came to SideDoor Cafe for a lunchtime latte and I was very happy with what we got! Ordered an iced white chocolate mocha coffee and an iced vanilla latte, both were very smooth and refreshing. The staff at SideDoor are very friendly and seem happy to be there. The music and seating options just add to the overall experience. We look forward to coming back!
… moreDJ Doughty
A beautiful cafe. Service is excellent, and the quality of the coffee is superior. They know their business of drawing a shot of espresso. Coffee is absolutely delicious. Can’t recommend them more for a hot coffee!
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