Located within the (older) building of Boston Public Library's Copley Square central branch (Boyleston St entrance) Lines can move slow, but it's well priced healthy food (and snacks) can be enjoyed in or in the lovely fountain courtyard.

This upscale cafe offshoot of Nestle's Nespresso machines serves up the ultimate coffee experience at a sophisticated locale on Newbury Street. Who knew that coffee could be so .. well ... luxurious? Hermetically-sealed capsules and tailor-made Nespresso coffee machines are designed to combine the precise amount of coffee, water and pressurized air to allow superior extraction into the cup at the push of a button. They now boast more than 900 coffee aromas from light, air and moisture. Coffee in a capsule? You bet.

This little ice-cream shop in the Back Bay, part of a larger chain, has been perfecting its recipes since the 70s. Homemade concoctions ranging from peanut-butter-chocolate-chip-cookie-dough to Grasshopper Pie and Chocolate Addiction are the unique and fabulously delicious result (1 scoop $3.10, 2 scoops $4.05, 3 scoops $4.50). Low-fat options are just as decadent, with hard yogurt flavors like Milky Way or Malted Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough. Find Boston Globe's Best Smoothies here as well, including the Rejuvenator, Passion, and Liquid Yoga (soy milk, banana, chai and nonfat vanilla yogurt; $5.75). An extensive juice bar promises healthy add-ins, while cones coated with marshmallows and rice krispies and hot fudge maximize your ratio of sweetness to surface area. Rated the Best Smoothie in town, certainly worth a try if you like smoothies! This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Mary Baker Eddy founded the Church of Christ, Scientist (aka, the religion of Christian Science) which holds education as a basic tenant. This library building is a testament to this remarkable women. It includes exhibits, a shop, the Mapparium, Quotes Cafe and in the library both Reference and Research Rooms. The Mapparium is a must-see for any visitor (or resident). A stained glass globe of the world - it's truly a wonder to behold. It's also fun to see how the world has changed since it was created. You need to buy a timed ticket for entry. The Quotes Cafe is a little-known spot - quiet and with really good food. The "Hall of Ideas" is really amazing, digital projected quotes on all sorts of topics move around the floor, walls and fountain. To visit Mapparium and the upstairs exhibits there is a $6.00 admission fee ($4 for seniors/youth/students). But the Hall, shop and cafe can be accessed by anyone for free. Stop in on your next walk down Massachusetts Avenue. Hours:

• Exhibits and Shop Tuesday-Sunday 10am to 4pm
• Last Mapparium Show at 3:40pm
• Quotes café Monday-Friday 8am to 3pm. Breakfast, lunch, coffee, dessert: soup, salad, sandwiches, pizza, paninis, entrees, daily specials
• Reference Room Tuesday-Saturday 10am to 4pm, closed Sunday, Monday, and holidays
• Research Room Tuesday-Friday 10am to 4pm, open first Saturday of each month, by appointment only*

This Starbucks might seem small with an awkward long line, but don't fret. There is a downstairs that's full of space, seats, and tables. Also, check out the "drink of the week" board. They also have "Customer of the Month" and "Partner of the Month" boards.

A hidden gem amidst bustling Newbury Street comes a bookstore that calls itself “Boston's alternative". This diner-style restaurant draws rave reviews from students and families alike. You can cozy up in any corner and peruse the variety of books, magazines, and interesting knickknacks, or munch on Trident's munchies like classic salads ($8-14), sandwiches ($9-11), coffee, smoothies ($4). They have a great selection of loose teas ($2.50-$3.50) and serve breakfast all day (omelettes $7+). The staff will take a book off the rack for you and let you take it into the cafe. This quiet spot to sit back, chill out, and enjoy, is the perfect break from the craziness of Newbury. They also have a public restroom: on the right, halfway down the store.

Cozy, comfortable coffee shop with outdoor tables. The granola-ie servers make noteworthy tea bags by hand (the berry blend is delish). Espresso Royale serves up tasty bagels, on a first come first serve basis- so hurry not to miss your favorite flavor. Vegetarian friendly- but no alcohol is served at this location. Also, the seating is fast to go- and often filled with a graphic design artist improving his/her lastest creation on their Apple, or a liberal policital activist whispering about the '08 election. It's always a treat to see who your caffienated neighbor is talking about..

L'Aroma Cafe brings an Italian cafe experience to Newbury Street. The cafe is located on Newbury between Berkeley & Clarendon Streets. There are many selections to be found on the menu including coffee & espresso drinks, 20 loose leaf teas, pastries, panini, pizzas, soups, and even gelato! L'Aroma has outdoor patio seating--the perfect spot to have a cappuccino and watch the hustle and bustle of the shoppers on Newbury Street. L'Aroma Cafe offers catering as well as gourmet cakes/pies/tarts available for pick up with 24 hour notice. Hours of operation are: Mondays - Saturdays from 7am to 9pm & Sundays from 8am to 9pm. In the summer, L'Aroma stays open until 10pm on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Au Bon Pain means the place of good bread in French. Au Bon Pain is a stylish bakery café located at America's urban junctions and suburban crossroads.

Tealuxe offers more than 100 kinds of tea
Tealuxe is a great neighborhood tea café that has hundreds of different types of tea. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable on the teas and can offer thoughtful recommendations. The menu is expansive, and is broken down by types of tea. Eat from a light menu downstairs consisting of sandwiches or salads, or enjoy tea and other house-made drinks upstairs. Tea leaves, herbs, and spices are blended into made-to-order tea bags, and come in a variety of flavors that often vary with the season.