A taste of Portugal is headed to the northern suburbs of Boston.
According to the Reading Recap, Virginia’s Café & Market is taking over the former Pamplemousse gourmet food and wine shop at 26 Haven St in downtown Reading, directly across from the commuter rail station.
“Very excited to announce that I will be opening Virginia’s Café & Market, a Portuguese-inspired coffee house and marketplace in Reading, MA,” owner and local entrepreneur Jake Chaves shared in a Facebook post. “This has been my dream for a long time, to share a piece of myself, my family, and my culture with you all. A huge thank you to my family, friends, and community for all the support.”
The 3,728-square-foot space will feature Portuguese coffee, house-baked pastries, specialty grocery items, and curated goods that celebrate the country’s vibrant culinary traditions. Chaves hopes to create a cozy cultural hub that honors his heritage while offering locals a place to sip, snack, socialize, and shop.
The team describes Virginia’s as “your soon-to-be favorite spot for rich coffee and specialty foods,” complete with authentic flavors and a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Although the café doesn’t have an official opening date yet, Chaves aims to welcome guests sometime this winter. For the latest updates, follow Virginia’s Café & Market on Facebook and Instagram.
