Why go to France when France is a T-ride away? At Cafenation, bring a book, bring a friend, and bring your appetite! Sip on a caramel latte or crisp apple cider and savor every bite of your warm Nutella crepe...wait did someone say Nutella?? If there is a flavor in this world better than Nutella, it hasn't been discovered, yet. Formerly wholesale coffee bean producers, Cafenation opened a retail store in Brighton Center just a few years ago and have been steaming and baking their way into the bellies of Bostonians ever since. If you need to catch up on the latest news or work on that business report you've been putting off, bring your laptop-- Cafenation has free wi-fi. Bon appetit!

Athan's Brighton is an airy space that is much more than just a place for a coffee or a meal. We aim to provide a warm, welcoming and informal atmosphere where our patrons tend to stay longer than originally planned. Our contemporary and comfortable interior is inviting to both groups and individuals, morning, afternoon or night. Let them eat cake...as well as breakfast, lunch and dinner! Our expanded menu is eclectically Mediterranean-inspired and offers selections such as fresh salads, pressed panini sandwiches, as well as interesting entrees. We offer quality coffees and specialty loose-leaf teas (our pots of premium teas have proven to be very popular). We are also an excellent source for made-to-order-food-to-go; catering options, and business buffet lunches.

The Brighton branch of the Boston Public Library is rich in local history from the time when Brighton was it's own independent town. Lectures of all kinds are offered from fall through spring. Cabaret performances with local Boston talent are held from October through June. Preschool films and stories are presented weekly for children. There is a monthly book discussion group for adults. Homework Assistance Program runs Mondays through Thursdays, from 3:30pm-5:30pm.