Zinneken's

Solid spot for Belgian waffles. You can either build your own or choose from the list of top 10. I’ve gotten the Zinneken’s and the fruit delight. There isn’t much variation between the options to be honest, so they mostly taste the same at the end of the day. They come out on metal plates and picture-ready. The waffles are a good size and have a nice bite.

I came across one of the best waffle places during my food exploration. I highly recommend trying their Strawberry Glamour 🍓🧇 and the Chocolate waffle – both are fantastic choices. The atmosphere is lively and vibrant, making it a great place to be. If you're a waffle lover 😋, this will definitely become one of your go-to spots! 🤩

For those nocturnal cravings or even midday sugar fixes, Zinneken's Waffles in Harvard Square offers a quick and affordable solution. Despite being a chain, the quality of their offerings manages to surpass many brunch spots in the city, making it a favored haunt for Harvard students. Their menu caters to every sweet tooth, offering waffles dressed in various toppings. I tried the Zinneken’s, the Gourmand, and the Oreo Freakin’ Party, and everything was superb. Despite the generously laden waffles, Zinneken's doesn't sacrifice quality or skimp on toppings. The waffles themselves are fluffy and golden, providing a comforting base that beautifully complements the variety of toppings. And if you're feeling somewhat guilty about the sugar content, fear not; their simple yet scrumptious combination of waffles and whipped cream makes for a lighter yet satisfying treat.

Summary: This place was excellent and I highly recommend trying it out if you’re near Harvard Square. I had the Liege waffle with banana, strawberry, and Nutella and a cappuccino. The waffle was very well made, large enough and with enough toppings that matched the price. Taste was excellent and the fruit was plentiful and fresh. The cappuccino was a European style and was also excellent. Had a good balance of milk and coffee. The staff was friendly and efficient and you never felt rushed, despite the small size of the location. Great job to this establishment in providing great quality at an appropriate price. Thank you for your efforts and keep up the good work.

I am SO glad I discovered Zinneken's! I've walked by so many times after nightfall, delighting in the scent of hot, fresh waffles and sugar wafting out the door. They're open late at night, which makes for great post-dinner dessert stop and a popular meeting spot for college students. There are quite a few options for waffle toppings, though late at night some may be unavailable. My waffle came with strawberries as well as, of course, syrup and powdered sugar. The strawberries were nothing special - not at peak ripeness (or peak sweetness) - but the toasty waffle delivered on crispness. More than the waffles themselves, I appreciated the ambiance of Zinneken's for its cozy, intimate feel. The only downside is that the interior is quite small. It was packed when we entered and we were asked to take our orders to go, though it ultimately cleared up before we left and we ended up enjoying our waffles from their takeout boxes.