I will be completely honest in saying that I have an unhealthy obsession with muffins - they are by far my favorite food and I probably eat an average of 4 per week. My obsession has brought me to various cafes and food places, eager to find the "best" muffin around. Luckily, Harvard Square has a plethora of restaurants that serve delicious muffins, many of which I have had the joy of eating. From my adventures, I have compiled a list of some of the best muffins that you can have in Harvard Square.
1. Starbucks
Starbucks is popular mainly for its coffee and over-priced food, but its muffins are actually quite delicious. There is truly nothing better than a warm, crumbly muffin.
2. Petsi Pies
Petsi Pies muffins have a really amazing homemade taste and appearance. If you're willing to walk a little farther down Mass Ave, I would strongly recommend Petsi Pies. They also have pies so it's kind of a no-brainer that you should go there.
3. Mike's Pastry
The picture may be a bit deceiving, but this muffin was ginormous. But that still didn't stop me from devouring it in 0.3 seconds.
4. Crema Cafe
Crema Cafe's muffins are a bit more expensive than other muffins in the square, but they have a really unique taste. Crema also has a really great vibe, making the perfect place to hang out and enjoy your muffin(s).
Darwin's has toasted muffins and they are fantastic.
6. Peet's Coffee and Tea
So I may just be late to the party but Peet's is actually a thing now and there are dozens of Peet's all around. So, if you're looking for a great muffin and possibly some solid coffee and tea you should hit up Peet's.
7. Au Bon Pain
If you're like me and you live on the edge of the Yard that borders Mass Ave, you probably find way too many excuses to pay for food rather than trek to Annenberg. Au Bon Pain offers a solid variety of muffins and they're all pretty delicious.
8. Greenhouse Cafe
Greenhouse Cafe offers a solid selection of muffins, including vegan options. I've had their delicious blueberry muffin, which was surprisingly infused with a hint of lemon that actually tasted kind of amazing. Also, you can use your BoardPlus at Greenhouse, so it's really a win-win.
9. Annenberg's banana walnut muffins
This may surprise you, but Annenberg's banana walnut muffins are actually fantastic. And they're also (technically speaking, not really) free.
10. Wegmans
The nearest Wegman's is in Chestnut Hill, and many of you probably won't go all the way to Newton just for muffins. But I would. Because Wegman's has the most incredible muffins your taste buds will ever have the pleasure of tasting.