Top of the Hill Café

Always outstanding. From the menu staples to to the specials.
Highly recommend to all

Due to good reviews, I was expecting something pretty good.
I ordered grilled chicken melt and coffee.
Oh my! The chicken was slightly under cooked — the bad tastes lingered in my mouth for a while.
Coffee was good.
I don’t think I will go back again

I had the typical 3 star experience at Top of the Hill Café– not wonderful but not bad either.
The good: the menu has a ton of choices, and most of the options are pre-​made and in the front case so you know what you are getting right off the bat. The food all looked super fresh. I opted for the salmon burger and the jicama mango salad. The salmon burger was delicious and full of flavor! (more on the jicama salad later)… The staff was super friendly and very accommodating to make sure that the orders were just right.
The bad: the service was a little slow. Since I ordered food from the case, everything had to be weighed out to figure out the cost. No prices were posted so I really just crossed my fingers that it wouldn’t be too much when I ordered (prices are posted for sandwiches, soups, etc.). I ordered the jicama mango salad which, on my plate, was jicama, 3 blueberries and the tiniest sliver of mango. I’m pretty sure that they would have been accommodating if I went back and complained, but after waiting over 10 minutes for my food I was too hungry for that, and I do like jicama.
Overall, the food was pretty good, and with so many options I would love to try more. I would just be wary about when I go. If the wait was significant at 11:30 I would hate to see it during the noon lunch rush.

Great atmosphere, very good food, local hangout with fun people and friendly ownership.

Tuna cheddar apple on rye bread is superb. The rye bread is so delicious. Wish I could buy a loaf!

Had the lime chili salmon with mashed potatoes and quinoa salad. Excellent, Excellent quality! Like something you would find in a really good restaurant. Deliciously cooked and generous portion for the price. Will go back again. Nice outdoor seating area, small iron tables and chairs. Off the beaten path of chestnut hill.

This place is great! Everything was super fresh and the staff is very friendly. The ham and cheese hoagie was really yummy. The roll was so soft! Try the grilled Ruben if they have it. Soooo good! They even made me a fresh one :). Also the sides were amazing especially the Greek salad and grilled corn salad. You can tell they take pride in their foods! Check it out if you’re strolling around chestnut hill! You can even eat outside surrounded by a gorgeous garden!

Great, casual lunch spot! The vibe is low-​key and the food is homemade and delicious.
I went for «Annmarie’s Favorite» — fresh roasted turkey on multi grain with mozzarella, pesto, and tomato. The turkey was nice and meaty (not your average turkey sandwich) and the fresh mozzarella was really silky and light. My favorite part of the sandwich was the bread — it was so crusty and seedy — everything I would want in a multigrain bread.
I opted for a side of their greek salad, a seasonal special. It was a great choice. They skipped the lettuce in favor of big chunky tomatoes, cucumber, onion and feta. It was a decent sized portion, and lunch was under $ 10 for the sandwich and salad.
Really friendly service, great selections, and fresh food.

Super cute and classy! They have the cutest market place next door with fresh fruit, and the café itself is adorable with in and outdoor seating. There’s a friendly dog who roams around, and the scenery is delicious– almost as much as their soups and sandwiches, but not quite. Creative selections and nice staff. This one is a winner! My only gripe is that parking is sort of a downfall, but in this neighborhood, that’s sort of to be expected.

Chestnut hills little secret. I love this place for a hideaway. Great food. And very relaxing atmosphere. I remember coming here for lunch everyday when I was working a spa around the corner from there

The produce stand was fantastic! Good prices and decent produce!
The dining part was also pretty great.
We were there during Harry Potter Weekend, so the place was packed with a line out the door… But they still managed to move the line quickly. The foods were renamed for Harry Potter weekend, and I had a piece of «BBQ griffin», which was a nice BBQ chicken breast. It was several dollars, but worth the price, for sure.

I have not had a bad meal here. I have not tried the sandwiches but their soup and side dishes are amazing.
The staff are always friendly and efficient even when there is a line out of the door.
The prices are a bit high but it’s worth every bite!

Really great market with fresh produce and another market with great prepared food, sandwiches, salads, and sides!

This has become one of our go to places for a quick dinner when we don’t feel like cooking. They’ve got a great variety of soups and lots of tasty entrees with a good selection of vegetarian options as well.
The staff is always warm and friendly and the service is great. I have to agree that the prices are a bit high but as a once in a while thing, you can’t go wrong with TotH Café.

I had Bill’s Favorite (avocado, brie, and sprouts with honey mustard on black bread) and I added turkey breast. It was a pretty delicious and filling combination but pricey for just a sandwich.

5 stars? Really people? It’s a deli. With big kaiser rolls. And deli meats and grilled chicken sandwiches with a lot of bread and very little vegetables. It’s traditional; there is nothing inventive. I will say the people are very nice, and they go have great outdoor seating. I also liked their selection of local seltzer water. But I will not be back.
The bathroom inside the deli is VERY tiny, and there are a few steps into the market part of this establishment.

Four stars for this joint cause it’s truly GREAT!
Just to start it out, this review is for the deli, and the only reason it’s not 5 stars is because I think it might be a tad bit overpriced. i don’t shop at the meat and produce market at all just because it is too pricey.
I typically come here for breakfast and it is just always a good choice. It’s all so so so so so fresh and the coffee comes from Chestnut Hill Coffee Company so that’s also a big ++!
The biggest strengths of Top of the Hill Market are:
1. The freshness of the ingredients (meat, bread, coffee, etc.)
2. Made to order while you wait.
3. Is a great take away spot or you’re welcome to sit in one of a few tables.
So stop by and enjoy something fresh and truly amazing!

Sorry Top of the Hill… you guys lose a star!
I’m still a fan but I am NOT a fan of your hiked up prices! It was already a little pricey before but now methinks you guys have completely lost your minds. I will not be going out of my way to come here anymore…

Pricey, but the quality is pretty amazing. I am a picky eater, and so my sandwiches tend to be plain: meat, cheese, bread — no mayo, no nothin’. Consequently, there’s no sauce or anything to hide poor quality ingredients — and Top Of The Hill Café has nothing to hide! The roast beef is so fresh and tender, as is the turkey, because they actually roast the meat on the premises and slice it as needed. The salmon melts in your mouth. The soups can be a little salty, but still amazing — ask for a sample beforehand if you’re concerned. The brownies and the cookies are the best I’ve ever had.
And if you’re having company and want to look like an amazing cook but don’t have time — this is the place to come for salads, side dishes, and entrees that are sure to please.

Mmmm… apple, brie and honey mustard sandwich, warmed, on pumpernickel bread.
JUST DO IT.
You can thank me later.
This place is a little difficult to find if you aren’t a local, but if you slip down the alley ways between banks (or just walk down Evergreen Ave) discovering one of Chestnut Hill’s best kept secrets is like finding hidden treasure.
Now, go across the street and polish it off with a slice of that chocolate cake from McNally’s and you’ve had yourself a proper day On the Hill.