(EAST BOSTON — January 23, 2026) The East Boston Chamber of Commerce and patrons welcomed Kaori Cafe and co-owner Bryan Melendez to the community. The Chamber held a coffee connection as part of a ribbon cutting ceremony. In recognition of his investment in the East Boston business community, Melendez received congratulatory citations from both Mayor Michelle Wu and District 1 city councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata.
(Photographs by Frank Conte for EastBoston.com)
Co-owner Bryan Melendez serving coffee at Kaori Cafe a new shop on Meridian Street. Patrons lining up for coffee at the Chamber event on January 23, 2026. Melendez cuts the ribbon to the newly opened cafe. Chamber members mingle with patrons at the new Kaori Cafe on Meridian Street (Photograph by Frank Conte for EastBoston.com)In addition to fine coffee, Kaori serves sumptuous pastries. Located on the corner of Lexington and Meridian Streets, Kaori has all the makings of a neighborhood coffee destination.
