Somerville, near Boston, is known for its vibrant arts scene and diverse cuisine, with a mix of Italian, Portuguese, and eclectic eateries offering innovative dishes.
Thai • French • Casual • European
"One of the best Thai foods we have tried. Everytin came fresh, delic and was spiced right. Packaging was also amazing! Defon our top choice for Thai food from now on!"
Fish • Steak • Tacos • Seafood
"You think after dinner here 9 times I'd have written a review! Boulevard Seafood is: New American style with the bold aromas of contemporary sea to table dining room. Kellners serve delicious local dishes such as shrimp corn chowder, yellow Flo Tuna Poke, steamed small neck mussels and a grilled Kirmoula organic salmon accompanied with Basmati rice, spinach, Fön Lentil Pilaf, while with a coconut Madras Curry broth. The 'small plate' menu gives you up to choose from 15 amazing and delicious selection. Order several for your table and you will be sure that you will be satisfied. In addition to the substantial, rich little record lovers, Chef/Owner Scott Snyder shows his serious fine culinary creativity with tantalizing 'big plate' preparations of local fish, such as sauteed red snapper with lobster cousin, corn leek, confit tomato and lobster fritte. And finally, if you really want to impress, try the raw bar selections listed daily on the table! Add everything and you've got a gastronomic experience that can also please the most demanding palate. Boulevard Seafood is a breath of fresh air for the trendy, up and upcoming Somerville Main Street! I can't wait to go back!"
Bbq • American • Barbecue • North American
"This place was AMAZING! I was in the mood for comfort food and this place hit the spot. The brisket/ pork belly my husband ordered was tender to the touch. Juicy and just mind-blowingly delicious. I had the fried chicken and it was SUPER crunchy and tasty! Everything was perfect. Service is great, drinks are good, portions are generous, even the music playing is great! I'm definitely coming back! Thank you!!"
Cafés • Seafood • European • Fast Food
"Overall: 4.4•C.R.A.F.T. TIME•Customer service: Waitress was extremely nice and tentative.Restaurant experience: Nice layout and easy street parking. We were the only ones in the restaurant at 3 o’clock on a Sunday which was a little concerning, but it did not reflect on the amazing service and tasty food!Affordability: 57$ for 2 meals, nachos, and a desert!Food&Drinks: Nachos were a great starter and had an awesome topping to chip ratio, never an empty chip! For entrees we got the Chicken Chimichanga and the Burrito Mojado. They didn’t come with rice and beans which made the plating dull, but the size and taste of the meal balanced the need for a side. Both were majority rice, but the flavour was very tasteful. I would go back and eat again! We also stayed for desert and the fried cheesecake came with ice cream and strawberries and was well worth it!Timeliness: Food came out hot and ready in a timely manner, there was little waiting especially since we put the app in first. Once again we were the only ones there so this may not be the most accurate, if it were busier it may not have went the same."
Pizza • Cheese • Burgers • Chicken
"Pleasantly surprised and happy with Caesar's Pizza Subs. I've driven by a lot and decided to give this place a try tonight for walk-up takeout. Menu prices clearly written on the walls, lots of choices. I wanted to try a pizza slice and they offered Regular Sicilian style. I also spied a Special Chicken Parm sandwich with Prosciutto the Mozzarella that i couldn't resist. Place was clean and staff was friendly. Prices quite reasonable as well. Got home and loved the flavors! Sicilian style with pepperoni was tasty and quite good but tonight's star was the Special Chicken Parmesean (full sandwich)! Really deep delicious flavors fun both the sauce, parmesean, and prosciutto especially. Very good portions as well. As a Philly boy who grew up with really good pizza sub shops, I'm very happy to find this place. Looking forward to exploring the menu more."
Cafés • Coffee • European • Vegetarian
"Love this place. Lots of vegan options, friendly staff, wonderful teas. 5 stars for sure!"
Pubs • American • Pub Kitchen • North American
"The menu here is filled with very good options, above and beyond standard pub fare. I had the Melto Portobello sandwich at lunch, with the onion rings as my side because I have had them before and liked them very much. Today's sandwich was perfectly delicious, the roasted veggies were very fresh. The medley of flavors really was so delicious. My friend said the steak fajitas were tasty and fresh also. The beer and hard cider selection is well thought out also."
Kebab • Cafés • Casual • Falafel
"The food at Sam 's was so good, it took me on a trip to memory lane!I 'm from a Lebanese family in Paris France and I 'm picky about my food. I went to Sam 's after reading reviews and I was expecting good Falafel and good Mediterranean food, but not GREAT Middle Eastern food. Sam is a great chef and cooks the best homemade style dishes from his native Syria.The Falafel was refined with just the right mix of spices (not loaded with cumin as people from other regions make it), a crispy exterior and a moist interior. It was sitting on a bed of tahini sauce that also had the perfect amount of seasoning. The foul madamas brought tears to my eyes because I haven 't had one like this in so many years. It was the perfect warm temperature, the Middle Eastern fava beans were flavorful, cooked to perfection, and again seasoned with just the right amount of garlic, lemon and olive oil. The olive oil itself had a great flavor, a sign that this kitchen uses quality ingredients, which makes all the difference.I also tasted a roasted eggplant in tomato sauce that was delicious and not as acidic as I expected.My husband and a friend had Shawarma sandwiches that were huge and they said were outstanding, with all the trimmings including pickled turnip. Another friend had Sam 's Special Falafel which he absolutely loved although it was really spicy.Another sign that he knows his food: Sam 's had 2 different of pita breads, including what is called mountain bread in Lebanon, a paper-thin type of pita that has a slight sourdough flavor. My only comment would be to add whole-wheat pita bread to the menu for those who eat only whole grains. Apart from that, everything was perfect!Shukran! Thank you so much, Sam, you made my day! I will be back for more!"
Delis • Coffee • Chocolate • Sandwiches
"One of the best coffee shops around Somerville. They have awesome coffee. I recommend trying their Iced Vietnamese coffee. Their cold brew is also really good. They make delicious sandwiches and muffins too. Finally, they even sell some good coffee beans for a pretty nice price. Also recommend their egg sandwiches on a bagel. And wonderful pumpkin chip muffins. Both featured in my photos. Highly, highly recommend. The only thing they're missing is a way to order ahead. There's a little bit of a wait sometimes (understandable labor and supply chain shortages) but that could be migrated by having an order ahead option via toast or another online service."
Tea • Pizza • Casual • Seafood
"Great place and amazing food! My wife and myself spent a lot of time in China and Asia and we can say for sure this place is very authentic with similar taste to the source. Great soup with dumplings, dim sum, lo mein and especially the duck! Great service and reasonable prices. Well done guys!"
Cafés • Vegan • Mexican • Healthy
"Things I love about Taco Party: the name. The prices- 2 tacos and a side for $10- awesome! The food- inspired flavor combinations, fresh, fast, delicious. The staff- friendly. The desserts- I've never seen a vegan cannoli in all my travels- nicely done. Things I don't love: I'm flying back to Detroit tomorrow and you are not there. Thanks for a great meal!"
Pizza • Lunch • Italian • Barbecue
"Milano is an interesting place. My family and I have been here almost 20 years ago. You have to do something right. The staff is welcoming and friendly and very consistent with what they do. Rarely I went to Milano and was unhappy with my pizza. I think her pages could use a little work. the garlic knots are either amazing or quite impressive. We really go here for pizza and because we have a big family, the huge pizza is a great offer. It is really different from what you expect from Dominoes or Pizza Hut and it scratches an itch for a certain kind of pizza that some others do."
Casual • Coffee • American • Espresso Drinks
"I don't usually rate coffee shops when I have only visited once, but really enjoyed my drink here--cortado, whole milk--service was knowledgeable, and thought the price was great. They were brewing Gracenote, which I believe is in Western Mass. The espresso was great: very juicy, medium roast. Milk texture was great. They serve cortados in a 4 oz cup, right up to the top, so may be a little stronger than some people are used to, but it was a very nice drink. As of last weekend, they were only serving out of the window. There was a little overhand that provided some protection from the rain that day, but definitely something to know before heading there."
Coffee • Cheese • Italian • Sandwiches
"*Hidden gem alert* Was nearby getting car serviced (Aris auto; recommend) and needed a quiet place to pump out a bit of the ole 9-5. Casually strolled into pretty much the most quaint and lovely little neighborhood cafe I’ve seen in Cambridge thus far — falling in Love is that easy, folks. Regulars stationing themselves in their usual spots inside, chitchatting away with newspapers in hand, waiting for their coffee and/or food. Relaxing acoustic guitar bgm playing in the background; exactly what I was looking for. Ordered a dbl espresso and an egg sandwich (2 eggs w/ additions of sausage, onions, red peppers and cheddar cheese) from the gentleman at the counter and sat down at an open spot. Coffee food came lightning fast and hot. Strong, good espresso paired with a delicious everything bagel filled w/ fresh pipping hot ingredients; what’s not to love? Total came out to be $10 which is a complete steal considering the amt of food and the quality. The gentlemen running the establishment professional and courteous. Can not ask for a better experience — highly recommend. Cafe rústica just bagged themselves another regular."
Casual • Mexican • Seafood • Fast Food
"I used to love this place , but lately its been getting worse. Today i went there and not only did they, very poorly apply ingredients , but also applied an ingredient i hadnt asked for which were peppers, and gave me a bad coughing fit since the spice was not something i was expecting . Poor customer service and poor quality food. I would give 2 stars but the 3rd one is for old times sake."
Pizza • Cheese • Italian • Fast Food
"My friend and I ordered half margarita, half Maple Bacon Cheese Pizza. It cost $25 so $12.50 each since we split it. The employee at the front convinced us to try the Maple Bacon Cheddar and I'm glad she did! We both really enjoyed the pizza. The MBC was great, slightly sweet syrupy taste, but not too overwhelming. The margarita was also very good. The crust was slightly thinner than I'm used to, but in a good way — it had a very satisfying crunch. The sauce and cheese also tasted very fresh. We each also had one of the draft beers on tap, which were also very good. As some others have said, it's trendy but not overstated inside. Really enjoyed the place, the food, and the customer service, and we will be back again."
Full • Pubs • European • Delivery Services
"The ambience and mood are wonderful. It is like a kind of Neo Victorian rustic steampunk that embraces the old architecture of the historic building. Very clean and can satisfy either a chic night out or a warm cozy feeling. But finally it's about food and beer! I love how they make a lot of effort to source their ingredients from local organic and sustainable farms. That says a lot about the commitment and commitment to quality. Like beer... F-yeah! It's definitely a beer connoisseur dream. Although some of the showcase breweries are not as high as others on my palate, but the experience of trying all different varieties of One Brewery is a really great concept. Especially when you try some of the small batch limited run fantasies that go through their barrel! Overall, they get an A from me. Like any restaurant s can go down and service can become sticky whether it is from a nutty and needy client or a server that just gets its wings. But we are all human beings and must allow space for each other. But sometimes it's a bit heavy when you're scared! I'll be back again and again! Thanks Project Pub!"
Vegan • Cheese • Mexican • Seafood
"one of my favorite mexican spots in town, if you’re not getting the Tortas, i recommend the steak burrito with the melted cheese (a la casa), it’s to die for. i’m also a big fan of chicharrón so will get usually one taco as a side. overall tenoch never disappoints"
Thai • Soup • Asiatic • Chicken
"great eating and wonderful personal in hole-in-the-wall location. small eating in the room three 2 person tables and a 4 person table. (they can combine all tables to make a ten-person table if no one else eats) no high chairs and better for the takeout than in most tables eat. parking is difficult seven on road meters and within 1/3 mile of four small municipal parking spaces with about thirty places that are in the crowd. very comfortable (3 min) to foot from davis square t train station. $10 minimum for debit/credit transactions. at this time they offer 5% discount for cash purchases."
Pasta • Coffee • Cheese • Italian
"The cheese Ravioli are fresh, homemade and have delicious flavor of cheeses combined with a flavorful, smooth marinara. Bread had genuine taste, especially the crust. Can’t wait to try further entrees and more !"