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Pavement Coffeehouse

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Pavement Coffeehouse; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsPavement CoffeehouseMassachusetts coffee roastersLatin AmericaIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
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Pavement Coffeehouse is a Boston-based cafe chain that operates its own roasting facility to provide consistent, high-quality coffee across its multiple neighborhood locations. The brand pairs its craft coffee program with a signature menu of scratch-made, kettle-boiled bagels. They focus on creating approachable, community-oriented spaces that cater to the city's vibrant student and local populations.

Ownership
Pavement Coffeehouse is an independent company owned by Lawrence Margulies. It evolved from his earlier venture, Bagel Rising, which began as a wholesale bagel business before he acquired and rebranded several local cafe locations.
Founded
2009
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Pavement is widely recognized in Boston as a friendly, quick-serve cafe chain popular with students, known for its combination of house-roasted specialty coffee and handmade, kettle-boiled bagels.
Sourcing countries
Latin America
Farm-level sourcing
Pavement sources coffee from family-owned farms and regional co-ops, working with ethical exporters and importers. While they emphasize microlots and regional traits, they generally market their offerings by region or blend profile rather than naming specific farms or producers on their public product pages.
Notable coffees
  • — Rathskeller Blend
  • — Three of Cups
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Pavement Coffeehouse, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-10-07 · Sprudge
Build-Outs Of Summer: Pavement Coffeehouse In Boston, MA

Pavement Coffeehouse has transitioned from a long-time partner of Counter Culture Coffee to producing its own roasted coffee. The brand has launched a new roastery and cafe facility located in a former Harvard University warehouse.

2026-08-06 · Boston Restaurant Talk
Pavement Coffeehouse to Open at Tufts University in Medford

Local media confirmed that Pavement Coffeehouse is set to open a new location on the Tufts University campus. This move marks the continued growth of the chain within the greater Boston area's university ecosystem.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-27. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand emphasizes sourcing from family-owned farms and co-ops, specific farm names or producer details are not publicly listed for their current coffee offerings.

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