Perks Coffeehouse

Sandwiches, smoothies, Mem tea, coffee and pastries. A handful of gluten free options and generous seating inside.

It feels like a lovely community hangout location.

I went earlier this morning, and there was a massive dog, unleashed, pacing out front.

I waited for his owner to come and take him away, but no one came.

I called the cafe, and the woman I spoke with was kind and understanding, and I asked if she could request the dogs owner to come out and leash him, and then I would come and order.

I saw her leave the cafe with the man, and the man seemed to be arguing with her.

He waited out front with his dog for maybe 5 min, the two of them pacing back and forth, dog still unleashed, before he made the dog sit again (still, no leash) and went back inside (entitled jerk. Who leaves a dog unleashed in public places, let alone outside a business, let alone a German Shepherd! The dog looked like a police dog).

I finally called the police, since the man clearly wasn’t listening to common decency or the cafe’s requests, and the police came to make him leash his dog. I had to leave without food or drink, because I was late for work.

Thankfully I had time to stop back later on my lunch break, and there was no dog.

I have been attacked before (still dealing with hip and knee injuries from that attack), and it is completely unacceptable for any of me to bring any dog in public without a leash, let alone a huge dog like that.

BUT I’m very grateful for the staff willing to address the issue immediately. The server was bold, decisive, and undeterred but the man’s arguing.

This customer should be not permitted to come if he does this again. It’s not safe. It’s rude. And if a cafe were to permit this, it would lose business.

Thank you for addressing the issue!!!

The cupcake I ordered was the envy of all my friends.

The place is cozy but also bigger than a lot of coffee shops. I love all the art on the walls, and some of it is for sale at quite reasonable prices.

I ordered a single shot espresso and it was just what I wanted, but my friends’ lattes looked good.

Their new Buffalo panini is out of this world! Leo is a star! Brilliant service. They start soon with brioche burgers and Hot dogs! Can’t wait

There is no coffee shop like this in all of norwood! Priced accurately! Clean and great drinks and food

Brilliant! owner is super friendly! i am really happy and will be giving them a catering order for my daughters wedding!!!

The coffee/espresso is great and the staff are friendly, engaging, and helpful. It's also a great place for me to get some work done in the mornings.

5 on 5 on 5 what a place. Boston lacks coffee shops like this. For the stomach and the soul!!!

Excellent coffee. Parking is terrible, so if you find a spot...sit back and enjoy a good cup of coffee.....they also have excellent sandwiches, and treats, Danielle makes the best Mocha (hot) the entire staff is friendly with top notch customer service.. handicap accessible, public restrooms, and an very nice atmosphere, if you are looking for a relaxing cup of coffee and want to clear your head you can't go wrong here, five Stars with two thumbs up.

Very welcoming true coffeehouse vibe. Feels if you desired staying all day would be chill. Coffee is exceptional. Various brews of the day (brews not flavored coffees; although flavoring is available if necessary). The place is homey & yet you can have a 1:1 without feeling on blast for all. The food to me has a tiny edge of hipster factor beyond the extravagant pastry. The breakfast sandwiches a cheese slightly adding a little flavor. Same with respect to the sandwiches - between various condiments, cheeses, bread selections, and guessing quality of ingredients overall, a turkey & cheese wrap is elevated & honestly delicious. I’ve been stopping in this almost hidden gem for over 10 years often spur of the moment if traveling thru Norwood Center. If not breakfast or lunch an in-between coffee & snack. Coffee beans also available if you brew at home. Always a nice experience. And, the coffee is the real stuff. Not a Keep going or “brewed” in flavor. Always seems to be a light/mild option along with more bold & exotic choices.

Very good food, friendly staff, nice menu, coffeehouse vibe: relax, have a bite or a meal, with or without coffee. Read, chat (quietly) with friends, & relax some more. Or grab a cookie & run for the bus. Different strokes...

Perks is the "go to" for coffee, conversation and a pastry. But it is the standard for a salad or sandwich at lunch time for so many. The reason is not just locality, but more on the consistent quality of the service and the food. There is never a bad meal here

I have been going to this local coffee spot ever since I discovered it. It has great breakfast and lunch. It also has my favorite coffee. It's actually really coffee not like the syrup kind you find at Dunkin Donuts 🤣😂.

Great coffee and teas. Cozy. Food is good but don't be looking for a greasy burger- pretty healthy food at good prices. Definitely stop if in Norwood Center.

Excellent service, great atmosphere. Went with my teenage daughter for lunch, had veggie paninis and coffee. Loved everything!

Best hot chocolate around, coffee is amazing as well. Ask for a blueberry lime ricky... imaging a raspberry lime Ricky accept swap raspberry for blueberry flavor shot

The people here are so friendly. The coffee and food are excellent. Great place to meet friends.

I love Perks! I definitely recommend hitting up this coffee shop!

I frequent here for the iced coffee and sausage egg and cheese on an english muffin! Everyone is nice here and they're super quick.

Salads are great hearty too. Yeah I like a lot of food at a good price. Perks is it.

Their chai massala is homemade! Not from tea bags. Excellent