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Scali Cafe
147 Pearl St, Boston, MA 02110, United States
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Scali Cafe
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Ju
Review №1

Best chai tea latte!! Seriously. Nice cafe. They have bar stool seating and chair/table options. Its a hole in the wall and a great find!Right off the main drag, they have cold beverages, a coffee bar, and grill with various sandwiches, soups, and salads. Highly recommend! Staff was friendly and it didnt take too long to get food.

Ca
Review №2

Found this place by chance. It was nice to actually able to have a sit down breakfast with eggs, meat, and potatoes. Food and service were good. What a great find.

Za
Review №3

Would give zero stars if I could. I went in and asked for a gluten free sandwich, which seemed to annoy the gentleman behind the counter. He tried to talk me out of it, as if I have a choice. He then proceeded to take the tiny gluten free slices of bread and slap them down on the counter, right where they prepare every other sandwich. No cleaning, no gloves, nothing. Then he handed me the sandwich and walked away, not even giving me the chance to say anything. Do NOT recommend for anyone with any sort of allergies, they do not care.

Em
Review №4

We ordered in advance but ate there inside. Had pancakes, omelette, Greek salad. All were excellent and freshly prepared. Solid standard American fare. Would recommend and repeat.

Br
Review №5

A quick, easy and tasty place for breakfast. Staff is friendly and I found it to be a very good value.

J
Review №6

Legit breakfast spot. Staff was friendly, food was fast and cooked perfectly. If youre looking to support a local shop and enjoy a great breakfast look no further.

Er
Review №7

Good food and service, diverse menu, very reasonable prices. My 6yo wanted scrambled eggs out of nowhere, so we walked here from the childrens museum and dont regret it a bit.

Do
Review №8

Great fast breakfast quick. Efficient and great food!!! Great place to stop before work for a Real Heartyy BREAKFAST!!

Ma
Review №9

Great lunch spot, large menu, big portions of food.

Da
Review №10

After a long day of flights and travel without food, we were dying for some breakfast. Unfortunately, it was noon local time, and no one was serving breakfast anymore!This place came through for us. Thick pancakes, bacon that didnt seem really fatty or greasy but was perfectly crispy, a huge plate of home fries--ten bucks! Friendly service.

Ad
Review №11

Amazing wings! Some of the best I’ve had in months!

Sh
Review №12

Grabbed a quick breakfast sandwich while on our way to harpoon fest

Jo
Review №13

The place is pretty average. Went there for breakfast and got served a hefty meal on a plastic plate. The food was just mediocre but at least they give you a lot of it. Theres probably a better option nearby.

Jo
Review №14

The food is cheap and really delicious.

Ra
Review №15

Great hole in the wall resturant. Friendly staff. I ate here each day on my visit. Loved the corned beef hash with eggs. This reminded of home.

Ph
Review №16

Quick diner really nice breakfast. Simple but delicious. Great pancakes to boot.

Bo
Review №17

Home fries too spicy today...so hot I couldnt taste my off food

Ja
Review №18

Philly Fresh Cheesesteaks ordered via Uber EatsTiny portions - cheesesteak was delivered in what equates to a hotdog bunFrench fries and onion rings were similarly small sized.Got my order wrong - delivered regular instead of sweet potato fries.Only included 3 packets of ketchup.Food itself was average.Wont be ordering again.

fr
Review №19

Went there for for breakfast we got our food nice and quick. The food had good taste and flavor.

Ti
Review №20

Excellent food! Friendly service!

Ti
Review №21

Food is great!Tables are set up for social distancing.Fast service.Very courteous!

Jo
Review №22

Simple, cheap, good serving size and polite stuff. Its not hip, trendy or pretntious, think traditional diner.

Review №23

Good place to get a breakfast and the staff is nice.

As
Review №24

This place has the best breakfast burritos! It’s super fast and easy to order online! Also is very reasonably priced for the portions you are getting. Definitely a great stop on the way to work if you’re craving an amazing breakfast!

Ku
Review №25

Grabbed an Italian, loaded. It was good and fresh.

Ta
Review №26

The Corned Beef was absolutely delicious, customer service was delightful and the atmosphere was very eclectic, but all in all it was a very good dining experience 👍👍

St
Review №27

Honestly being an out-of-towner (aka from ct) i would have cringed at this place. But, we gave it a shot and its better than breakfast at home. Staff was amazing and even asked how we like our coffee, right down to how big of a spoonful of sugar my boyfriend wanted. Prices are very affordable and food isnt greasy. Overall great breakfast for a great price.

Ra
Review №28

Huge portions, good food...

J
Review №29

Great breakfast sandwich’s. I definitely recommend getting a breakfast sandwich on a roll.

Co
Review №30

Amazing food with amazing prices

Ch
Review №31

Nice place for a quick salad!

La
Review №32

Quick, fresh, great prices.

Al
Review №33

Great place for breakfast

Me
Review №34

Good for quick, hot breakfast. had the 2222 (2 pancakes, 2 eggs, 2 bacon, 2 sausages - came with toast and home fries).

Ba
Review №35

Glad to see they were open. A pleasant sight to see. Customer service is always so friendly. I appreciate Scali being open. thank you

Ha
Review №36

I meet friends in this lovely place quite a bit! This is my favorite restaurant to to have a good dinner. I go to this spot frequently. The cooking is very tasty, the staff is polite and the prices are affordable. I like meeting in this place for a nice dinner.

Br
Review №37

Scali Cafe is located in the Financial District, so a good place to grab breakfast or lunch. Their sandwiches are decent - while nothing to write home about, they will fill you up. I usually went here for breakfast when I wanted a breakfast sandwich. I will say, give yourself a little time to wait as service can be slow pending on who is cooking, but what I do enjoy is everything is made to order. I always ordered a bacon/egg/cheese sandwich, and it was always fresh, with eggs cooked perfectly, hot melted cheese, and crispy bacon. The only place that compares is Five Guys, which I will cover in another review.

Ma
Review №38

Yummy 😋

He
Review №39

Excellent food and service. Definitely recommend

Lu
Review №40

Simple, good food.

Na
Review №41

Food is delicious and convenient!

Mi
Review №42

Excellent breakfast place with mediocre price . Better Value than other cafe I tasted in the financial district

l
Review №43

Looked up a place for a quick breakfast, this place is incredible.

Em
Review №44

Wonderful breakfast!!! Walked in and saw tons of locals standing around the counter... always a good sign.Food was great and the prices were reasonable for the amount of food! Loved the atmosphere, listening to locals talking about life in the city.

Je
Review №45

Ordered online and one plate was very inexpensive,and came with tons of fresh delicious food! Unlike what I can say for other breakfast places in the area that are pricier for just eggs and toast! This food came with so much, I couldnt finish it all myself. I have enough left for the rest of the day now. Thank you I would definitely order here again! highly recommend

De
Review №46

Working peoples diner.

Sa
Review №47

Quick breakfast. Nothing fancy

Je
Review №48

Had breakfast that was good and fast. Nice little joint for a quick bite to eat and the coffee was very good as well.

Jo
Review №49

Great spot for a quick breakfast sandwich made with a real egg, unlike Dunks. Great lunch spot as well. Staff can seem a little gruff sometimes but they fo a good job and prices are nice.

cj
Review №50

Best breakfast around!!!

Mi
Review №51

Good breakfast. They pile so much on your plate, good luck eating it all! The pancakes are especially tasty. Nice & thick.

My
Review №52

I deliver here once a week so i stop and grab breakfast. The owner is very cool and courteous and the chefs are very nice and will make your food however you wish. Prices are great and portions are big. Not many places in this area of boston like this. Not pretentious or trendy just good food

da
Review №53

Friendly staff. The food is excellent. Diner style seating arrangement. Very comfortable and personal.

Br
Review №54

Great breakfast! Old school Italians serving up the best of Bostons working class. Dont expect fine silverware and pretentious tourists. Expect a classic American big slamming breakfast served up heaping over the plate and served with plastic forks and knives. I ordered the local 2222 and I likely will need to skip lunch.

Ma
Review №55

Awesome little breakfast joint in walking distance from the seaport. Great service and food with an Italian flair.

Sa
Review №56

The food is amazing and comforting

Ti
Review №57

By far the best breakfast while in Boston!

Br
Review №58

Good breakfast and lunch place. Go-to spot for bacon, egg and cheese in the area. Decent fro-yo as well.

Ho
Review №59

Good service. Got a ham, cheese and tomato omelet, which came with tiara and home fries. Coffee was good too.

Ro
Review №60

Love this place for studying with some coffee or tea or catching up with friends by the common.

Be
Review №61

Good for breakfast or lunch. Lots of food for your money. Huge menu for a counter service place

Jo
Review №62

Awesome breakfast. Excellent Service. Good prices. I will most definitely eat here again.

Ju
Review №63

Amazing breakfast sandwiches. Great service. They speak Spanish. I love this place.

An
Review №64

If you are looking for a breakfast sandwich this is your place. Make everything fresh to order and the menu is extensive. Also good for typical lunch staples. Not the place to go if you are looking to be healthy but a great spot to cure a hangover!

Ro
Review №65

Pretty basic good for the construction workers who want a quick breakfast

Wa
Review №66

You get a good breakfast for your money and they are one of the only places open on Saturday in Boston

Je
Review №67

Great breakfast and lunch spot. Have lunch for breakfast or breakfast for lunch. Coffee is good and service is great any time.

Wi
Review №68

One of my favorite quick lunch spots. I havent had a lunch I didnt love.

Ka
Review №69

Great food would go back for the French Toast.

fi
Review №70

A little pricey but a really good quick bite

Al
Review №71

Pretty big menu, service is fast, and everything seems fresh. I stopped in for breakfast and grabbed a wrap which was great.

ty
Review №72

Quick & easy. Very good food for the price.

Se
Review №73

Looks like a whole in the wall place, but it has great breakfast food...

Ra
Review №74

Friendly staff.

Br
Review №75

Great place for lunch! Plenty of seating and fadt service.

Ma
Review №76

Great prices and good basic diner food. I usually go here after getting off an overnight bus/train at South Station.

Do
Review №77

Good breakfast spot. Counter order with a lot of options.

Et
Review №78

Casual, well priced for Boston, decent food. Nothing special but I they dont mess up the basics like some divier joints do.

mi
Review №79

Good cheap breakfast spot on the go or dine in. Fare portions!

La
Review №80

Good food. Good customer service.

Ty
Review №81

Good food and fast service.

Li
Review №82

Great food, welcoming staff

Sc
Review №83

Great neighborhood spot. Food was very good and great service.

Ro
Review №84

Great Sandwiches

de
Review №85

A awesome place for breakfast!

Da
Review №86

Great food. A little slow for the first thing in the am...But Id go back

sa
Review №87

Delicious food

Ro
Review №88

Good food small quaint diner experience

Tu
Review №89

The $8 steak and cheese breakfast sandwich is a hamburger patty on toast. At least theyre open early.

st
Review №90

Great place, loved theyre cheeseburger sub

Da
Review №91

The coffee is good and services are fabulous

Er
Review №92

Breakfast here is always delicious.

Le
Review №93

Horrible everything was cold.... eggs died sitting there 10 minutes.....

Je
Review №94

The owner refused to serve me because I had my service dog with me, which I literally need to function.

Na
Review №95

So much food!!! It was really good and a fun place to eat!

Da
Review №96

Great breakfast at a good price

An
Review №97

Great place for breakfast

ma
Review №98

Too expensive!!! The food isnt that great.

Ma
Review №99

Good food but very uncomfortable seating

Li
Review №100

Terrible service and food

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  • Address:147 Pearl St, Boston, MA 02110, United States
  • Site:http://scalicafe.com/
  • Phone:+1 617-542-1965
Categories
  • Diner
  • Breakfast restaurant
  • Catering food and drink supplier
  • Caterer
  • Deli
  • Cafe
  • Lunch restaurant
  • Delivery Restaurant
  • Takeout Restaurant
  • Sandwich shop
Working hours
  • Monday:6AM–3PM
  • Tuesday:6AM–3PM
  • Wednesday:6AM–3PM
  • Thursday:6AM–3PM
  • Friday:8AM–1PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:6AM–3PM
Service options
  • No-contact delivery:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:No
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Prepared foods:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Catering:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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