Bloc Cafe

4.4(819)

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Location & Hours

Address

11 Bow St, Somerville, MA 02143, USA
Somerville, MA 02143
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Thursday at 7:00 AM

Monday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Sunday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(617) 623-0000

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About Bloc Cafe

Locally sourced light fare & coffee are served at this cafe in an old bank with a vault & patio.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 30, 2025.

4.4/5

Based on 819 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Wren Lee

3 months ago

I ran in here to take a meeting and have brunch, and I’m so happy I did! I got a cardamom bun and an egg and cheese sandwich on a bagel. Both were bursting with flavor. I adored the cardamom bun, and...

Blake Reeves

3 months ago

Great spot for a coffee, lunch, and some coworking! Lots of seating and tasty pastries to get some productivity in! Check out the cool bank safe coworking space in the back and be sure to try the Midd...

Fuchan

9 months ago

Bloc cafe is one of my favorite cafes around. The coffee is good, the atmosphere is great, there is free wifi and friendly staff. There is only one thing that I wish was better and that is that when I...

Christina LeeAnne

2 weeks ago

I just had a latte. It was good. Really creative layout with remnants of its former use as a bank. Super crowded, but okay for working if you can find a spot. I went on a weekend afternoon, so maybe t...

Kristy Johnson

6 months ago

Crazy busy, but a phenomenal tea collection! They have Spirit and Kilogram teas. I got to try two, and they were both delicious!!! Ramp access makes it accessible. Everyone was friendly and servic...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Customers generally enjoy this cafe, citing it as a great spot for coffee, coworking, and snacks. The average rating indicates high customer satisfaction.

Customer Favorites

The cardamom bun and Middlesex sandwich on focaccia are highly praised. The tea selection, specifically Spirit and Kilogram teas, also receives positive mentions.

Atmosphere & Service

The cafe has a creative layout due to its former use as a bank, with a unique bank safe coworking space. The atmosphere is described as great, and staff are generally seen as friendly and efficient.

Value & Quality

The food is described as flavorful and the coffee is good. Specific details about value and pricing aren't mentioned.

Areas for Improvement

Consistency in serving coffee in reusable containers for dine-in orders is desired to avoid single-use plastic cups. Crowds can be an issue, especially on weekend afternoons.

Recent Trends

The cafe is often crowded.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bloc Cafe located?

Bloc Cafe is located at 11 Bow St, Somerville, MA 02143, USA.

What is the price range at Bloc Cafe?

Bloc Cafe is listed as moderately priced.

Where can I find the hours for Bloc Cafe?

The listed hours for Bloc Cafe are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact Bloc Cafe?

Call Bloc Cafe at (617) 623-0000. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.

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