Mariposa Bakery – Mexican
Sunlight dances across glass cases filled with an artisanal bounty, where the comforting aroma of browned butter and toasted pecans invites guests to linger. From the zesty brightness of citrus-laced bars to the golden, almond-topped crunch of a perfect bostock, each handcrafted pastry offers a symphony of textures and nostalgic flavors. It is a sanctuary for the sweet-toothed, where every bite of a fudgy brownie or a delicate financier feels like a warm, buttery embrace.
424, Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02139 +16178766500 https://www.mariposabakery.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Mariposa Bakery
Dairy-Free at Mariposa Bakery
Mariposa Bakery in Cambridge has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Date Bars, Poached Eggs on Fresh Spinach and Veggie Burger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Mariposa Bakery
Mariposa Bakery in Cambridge has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Poached Eggs on Fresh Spinach. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Mariposa Bakery
Mariposa Bakery in Cambridge has 22 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cookies, Date Bars and Lemon Bar. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Mariposa Bakery
Mariposa Bakery in Cambridge has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lemon Bar, Italian Chicken Sandwich and Glazed Donut. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Mariposa Bakery
Mariposa Bakery in Cambridge has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Date Bars, Avocado Toast and Seasonal Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Mariposa Bakery
Mariposa Bakery in Cambridge has 22 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cookies, Date Bars and Muffins. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
GLP-1 at Mariposa Bakery
Mariposa Bakery in Cambridge has 1 glp-1-tagged dish on its current menu, including Italian Chicken Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Mariposa Bakery
Mariposa Bakery in Cambridge has 6 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Date Bars, Housemade Granola and House Roasted Turkey Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Mariposa Bakery
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Italian Chicken Sandwich | 8.4 g | 56.3 g |
| Sunrise Sandwich | 30.7 g | 34.3 g |
| Turkey Sausage Sandwich | 34 g | 33.2 g |
| Avocado Toast | 32 g | 23 g |
| Date Bars | 49.8 g | 20.2 g |
| Smoked Salmon Sandwich | 14.7 g | 19.5 g |
| Glazed Donut | 3.2 g | 14.9 g |
| Lemon Bar | 0 g | 13.5 g |
| Muffins | 122.2 g | 12.7 g |
| Financier | 16.5 g | 12.2 g |
| Oatmeal | 50.3 g | 11.6 g |
| Italian Soda | 4.3 g | 10.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Menu
Pastries
- Scones: Orange Currant, Lemon, Blackberry Lime, Strawberry Oat, Orange Cranberry, Blueberry Lemon, Maple Oat, Chocolate Chip, Cheddar Scallion, or Kale Parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Muffins: Fruit Streusel, Lemon Poppy, Apple Cider Cinnamon, Pumpkin Cranberry, Vegan Chocolate, or Vegan 2 Berry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Glazed Donut: Coconut Lime, Chocolate, Vanilla, Maple Espresso, or Strawberry Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bostock: Brioche with Orange Blossom Syrup, Frangipane and Sliced Almonds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Brownies: Chocolate or Turtle with Nuts and Caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cookies: Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip, Gingersnap, Cherry Oat, or Soft Pumpkin Cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Pecan Cookie: Buttery Pecan Cookies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Financier: Chocolate almond flour tea cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Date Bars: Gluten-free Date Bars with Oats, Almonds, Fresh Ginger, Cinnamon and Orange Zest drizzled with Vanilla Glaze Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Lemon Bar: Gluten Free Lemon Bar with Almond Crust Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Breakfast
- Oatmeal: Brown Sugar, Vanilla and Cinnamon served with Choice of Milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Housemade Granola: Served with Choice of Yogurt or Milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Turkey Sausage Sandwich: Housemade Turkey Sausage, Egg, Cheese, Sauteed Onions, Tomato and Paul's Housemade Ketchup Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mariposa Breakfast Sandwich: Scrambled Eggs with Spinach, Cheese, Sautéed Onions and Paul's Housemade Ketchup on a Pretzel Roll Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sunrise Sandwich: Egg, Cheese, Turkey Bacon, Tomato, Greens and Pesto Aioli Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Smoked Salmon Sandwich: Choice of Bagel with Cream Cheese, Red Onion & Tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Poached Eggs on Fresh Spinach: Two Poached Eggs, Fresh Spinach, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Pickled Red Onions, Everything Seed Mix Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast: Cherry Tomatoes, Roasted Sunflower Seeds, Lemon Juice, Olive Oil and Sumac Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sandwiches, Soups & Salad
- BLT: Turkey Bacon, Greens, Tomato & Aioli Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Roasted Turkey Sandwich: Cheddar Cheese, Green Apple Slices, Pickled Red Onions, Greens and Aioli Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pressed Chipotle Chicken: House Roasted Chicken with Greens, Parmesan and Chipotle Aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese: Cheddar, Parm, Grilled Scallion and Spinach Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Chicken Sandwich: House Roasted Chicken with Mozzarella, Tomatoes, Pesto and Greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burger: Black Bean Burger with Roasted Garlic Lime Aioli, Avocado, Tomato & Pickled Red Onions on a Pretzel Bun Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mariposa Avocado Banh Mi: Avocado, Mixed greens, Tomato, Cucumber, Pickled Daikon and Carrot with Lime Garlic & Cilantro Vinaigrette on a Housemade Baguette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pressed Vegetarian Sandwich: Roasted Seasonal Squash, Fennel Onion Marmalade, Goat Cheese Spread and Mixed Greens Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Salad: Mixed Greens, Roasted Seasonal Squash, Dried Cranberries, Green Apple, Toasted Sunflower Seeds with a Apple Cider Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day: Daily rotating selection Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Drip Coffee: Dark or Medium Roast
- Latte: Double or quad shot espresso with steamed milk
- Mexican Mocha: Espresso, steamed milk, chili powder and cinnamon
- Chai Latte: Concentrated tea and steamed milk
- Fresh Squeeze Orange Juice: Pure orange juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Italian Soda: Sparkling water with choice of syrup
Pies & Cakes
- Hand Pies: Strawberry Vanilla, Blackberry Ginger, or Apple Cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Mini Loaf Cake: Cranberry Upside down, Pumpkin Chocolate Chip, or Blueberry Streusel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mini Bundt Cake: Chocolate Sour Cream or Chocolate Chip with Vanilla Glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Mariposa Bakery
- Is Mariposa Bakery dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Mariposa Bakery has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Date Bars, Poached Eggs on Fresh Spinach and Veggie Burger.
- What can I eat at Mariposa Bakery on a dairy-free diet?
- Date Bars, Poached Eggs on Fresh Spinach and Veggie Burger carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Mariposa Bakery have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Date Bars and Avocado Toast.
- Is Mariposa Bakery gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Mariposa Bakery?
- Italian Chicken Sandwich, at roughly 56.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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