Restaurants in Somerville

“Food and service are excellent!”

“Had an amazing experience at June Bug! The vibe of the location is cute and unique. The food was amazing we got the verde pizza and the pepperoni pizza both were cooked perfectly and the kitchen sink salad was addicting. I loved that they had NA drink options. The waitstaff was really kind and friendly. I said on the reservation that I have an egg allergy and the hostess handed me a menu when I got there that marked down which items had eggs and which were safe for me to eat. NEVER HAS THAT HAPPENED FOR ME. Omg I was so excited and relieved since I hate having to ask a million questions about what the menu items are so this was so sweet and I really appreciated it. I wished all restaurants did this, I def will return!”

“One of my all time favorite spots in Somerville never had a bad meal. Great vibe and service always suggests it as one of the top spots in Somerville.”

“This was our second time dining at Ebi Sushi, and just like our first visit, everything was fantastic. The food is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared every time. Our server, Amanda, was wonderful friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed. It’s service like hers that really adds to the experience. Jose, the owner, has truly outdone himself with this place. You can tell he takes great pride in what he’s built from the quality of the dishes to the amazing team that brings it all together. We’ll definitely be back again before the new location opens, and we’re looking forward to visiting that one as well. Ebi Sushi has become one of our favorite date night spots consistently great food, great people, and a great vibe. 🍣❤️”

“classy drinks and awsome servers”

“Delicious food and drinks, I need to go back so I can try more of the menu! Love the vibe and thoroughly enjoyed attending one of the classes - it was a great conversation and left me with a lot to talk about with my family and friends.”

“Definitely can get super busy after 9:30 but a good spot to meet friends. Not a lot of seating so plan on grabbing take out. Coffee is decent and baked goods are fine, sandwiches are their best item.”

“Fantastic focaccia. Like, REALLY good. The shop owner/baker Katherine is also super nice. When I went, there were multiple vegetarian options, and one vegan sandwich, which sounded great”

“the Opa Greek yeeros the best In Boston and the deserts are delicious and after all this frappe cafe my perfect diner .”

“Thank you to Chef Jon for allowing us to pick up a package of frozen dumplings during our visit to Artifact on Memorial Day. Cooked them up tonight and they were delicious, as was the edamame salad!!”

“Fantastic atmosphere, amazing food and superb service. Highly recommend!”

“Delicious and safe dining experience- the food was unbelievably fresh and creative. All servers went out of their way to be attentive and friendly- the mulled wine was the perfect beverage on this chilly afternoon! We brought blankets- and used them!”

“Melissa brought me the vegan empanadas they had made with their collab with Impossible meat. And do you know how hard it was to not eat all 4 at once?! So flavorful and yummy! The ingredients were well distributed throughout, the dough was absolutely delicious and everything was perfectly cooked. Everything she does is amazing and I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next!”

“What a treat to find this little French bakery in Somerville! The cardamom bun this morning was crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside with just a bit of caramelisation at the bottom and really nice amount of cardamom - which can often be lacking in cardamom buns. The pain au chocolat was still warm and the chocolate was soft. The entire thing melted in my mouth. I also enjoyed the coffee! Not an every day place for those that need to be careful of their pastry/bread/butter intake, but a treat for sure!”

“Awesome food!! Awesome people! ❤️❤️”

“All you can ask for in a wine bar.”

“A birthday meal that blew me AWAY”

“Top notch experience from the moment we entered the restaurant and were seated. Excellent service, beautiful decor, delicious food. Everything was perfect. I will return!”

“Dylan made our experience so much fun!”

“The food was incredible and everyone was super friendly. I’m glad we stopped in!”

“Super great staff and very knowledgeable in their dishes! Mahalo!!”

“This was the best night out I’ve had with my husband in a long time. The food was spectacular- I suggest the mezze platter so you can try everything, and of course the koshari. The mushroom fritters they had as a special were divine. The atmosphere and quality of service were top-notch and we will absolutely be coming here regularly.”

“Love the vibe! Great place to just get a drink, or eat to your heart's content. I have been holding Twisted Networking- Somerville, MA for a while in the side room- awesome! #askjo”

“!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”

“Incredible place with incredible food and drinks! I love going to the original location in the North End, but this exceeded expectations. Luana, specially, was a fantastic server! Would highly recommend this location! Great food, drinks, and service!”

“Hands down the best in Davis. Don't think twice about going to eat here! 10/10 atmosphere 10/10 staff 10/10 food 10/10 drinks Don't believe me? Go and see for yourselves! :)”

“The energy of this space is as loving and chic as Somerville itself; looking forward to becoming a regular!”

“Love assembly row…this is a fantastic, yummy and fun addition! Great ambiance… staff is friendly and attentive. Definitely recommend! :)”

“In my 6 years of living in MA I have yet to find a pizzeria that tastes anything close to pizza from NJ/NY. Thank God I found ceasars. The best pizza in Mass HANDS DOWN!”

“Really great food at Celeste. Very unassuming small spot right in union square. We got the Ceviche and seafood stew and they both were exceptional. Great and attentive service as well”

“Best coffee and absolutely best service!! Always clean!”

“1pm Wed. Got a pretty good crew here right now. Customer service is good. Place is clean and has parking and plenty of seating. Even the customers seem nicer than your average McDonald's nowadays.
Wraps are a bit smaller than MCD but meat generally tastes better. Crew seems genuinely concerned about good service.”

“Great coffee. Delightful owners”

“This was my Daughter's birthday weekend and we wanted to Take her to one of the places that Guy Fieri Visited for DDD...making memories. What we got was so much more. Truthfully the Best dining experience we have EVER experienced. The hostess was super friendly and immediately made accommodations due to the fact that I am currently in a wheelchair. The atmosphere was astonishing!!! The food...we truly cannot say enough good things about an are planning when to take the trip from Vermont again to get more. We were blown away . However the highlight of our evening hands down was our Server Kevin!!! He made my Daughter's night ...focused on making her smile and gave her a piece of cheesecake to celebrate. We will remember this forever and simply cannot thank you enough”

“Got recommended a flat white after drinking cappuccinos for the last 5 years, and haven’t gone back - thank you, knowledgeable baristas :) Best local coffee shop there is.”

“Best Thai food in Somerille. Recommend Khao Soi the best”

“Breakfast sandwiches are a hobby of mine and this one is top-tier. They also have a window so you don’t have to go inside and it’s always very fast and so delicious fresh English muffins absolutely delicious English muffin pizzas ! 10 outta 10”

“First time at Olde Magoun's Saloon. Beyond amazing food and service. Our waiter ( didn't catch him name) tall gentleman with a beard was phenomenal! Friendly and efficient!!! The food was savory and fresh. We enjoyed the Irish Chicken Curry and the Besto Pesto sandwich!! First time to Boston and by far our favorite meal here.”

“This place was great!! Highly recommend! Awesome atmosphere!”

“Cozy, relaxed atmosphere. Friendly and efficient service. Great food and drink!”

“The New Crash Test Dummies and Dorilocos!!!!”

“First time visiting. We visit a lot of Mexican restaurants in and around the North Shore, and have our favorites. This is for sure a new favorite for us. The customer service at the location in Malden was excellent, our waitress was so polite, personable, and the right amount of attentive. The restaurant was spotless, I mean, SPOTLESS, including the restroom. The rest of the staff checked in, and the food was excellent.”

“For years, I breezed past this spot, assuming it was just and old convenience store. Little did I know, I was missing out on some good sandwich deals. A few months back, I discovered they were slinging subs, so I stopped by a couple times to grab some cold subs.

P&K has been a neighborhood fixture for over seven decades, and you can feel that old-school charm the moment you meet the owner. He’s the kind of guy who’s always friendly and never skimps on the toppings—generosity is clearly baked into the business. While the sandwiches aren’t quite the size of Al’s famous subs, they still pack great value, and honestly, they’re hefty enough that I rarely manage to finish one for breakfast. My favorites so far were the seafood salad and the classic Italian sandwich.

Definitely recommend stopping by if you’re looking for no-frills, classic Italian subs. Just keep in mind that the hot subs aren’t usually available until after 10am.”

“I made a custom order for my anniversary with my wife. Lavender honey is flavorful and yet not too sweet. Tamy is friendly and makes the ordering process so easy!”

“This place is a local gem! Charming, friendly atmosphere, great service, and the food is divine. If you're dining in, do not miss the crispy Pad Thai! Honestly, I have loved everything I've ordered there.”

“Outstanding Indian food, we are so lucky to have Masala in Union Square.”

“Phenomenal as always! The new McLustin sandwich was awesome- spicy siracha ketchup added the perfect kick to the bacon, over easy egg, and hasbrowns! Always a treat to order from Mike and Patty’s!”

“The most delicious pastries ever. If you love pistachio the way I do you will have trouble choosing and it is ALL great. But I particularly love the savories. The Palestinian bread and the flatbread with the green topping (forget what it's called) is a family favorite. We adore these; the flatbreads are a great quick lunch. But so so delicious, fresh, we are so fortunate to have you here!”

“Hands down best bar in Boston. It's this generation version of cheers. Amazing to watch any game in and if you're not a Pat's even better. Although I miss the OG huevos rancheros the food is always on point and I've never had a bad meal there. I bike from beacon Hill where I'm surrounded by bars but theres only one I'd go out of my way to catch a game or grab brunch. It's parlor sports. I'll fight anyone that says otherwise to the above.”

“Stopped by for brunch last weekend, the Croque Monsieur was amazing! The handsome young man Alex helping us was an absolute sweetheart and very attentive. The girls ordered mimosas, and I had a Bee’s Knees, which I’d never heard of, suggested by the sweet young woman at the bar, Karina I believe, and it was delish, truly. It was pretty busy, so I’d recommend making a reservation if you’re coming on a weekend. Service was quick and great overall! Looking forward to experiencing dinner here!”

“Not sure if the opinion of a very pasty Mainer counts for much;but the tacos and guacamole were the best we have ever had! Food was great and the service was phenomenal! We had the sweetest waitress! Will be back as soon as possible! ❤️❤️”

“This place is some of the best Dominican food in the area. Can't go wrong with the stewed pork or chicken over rice and beans. The empanadas are great too and made fresh to order!”

“One of the last true local venues in the Boston area. A Real club for real musicians to lay a solid foundation to create original music, build a fanbase and collaborate with peers.”

“Wonderful experience at Josephine's! Our waiter was kind and attentive and definitely added to the experience. Food was delicious - especially Tito's Favorite pizza - and not overpriced. Will be going back for more!”

“This food was simply mind blowing. Some of the best food I've had anywhere. Can't say enough. Had a chicken bowl and shared beef arepas. Wow. Worth a trip from anywhere.”

“Came here for the first tine and it was an amazing experience. Sam is very nice and friendly. Place is clean. I ordered the Basque cheesecake & it was so delicious. My iced coffee was great too. Highly recommend.”

“The Burren is hands down one of our favorite spots to play in Boston! The energy is always incredible, the crowd brings the best vibes, and the atmosphere is perfect for live music. We love hosting our showcases here and can’t wait for the next one!”

“I tried several of their breads and have loved all of them so far. It’s great they have sweet and savory options. My favorite is the chocolate bread followed by the orange nut bread. The store is well organized and conveniently located near the red line.”

“Definitely some of the freshest and tastiest seafood and innovative sushi and asian food I've had in a while, very fresh and tasty!”

“We usually order from a different Shawarma place in Somerville, but decided to give Sam's a try. The food was very good, and in good sized portions. They were good about following requests to leave things out of the wraps. Note that they do the style with fries on the side rather than in the wrap. My only complaint is that they list some, but not all, of the ingredients on their site. So if you have things you can't eat, I definitely recommend calling them to double check. My partner can't do creamy sauces, and they listed tahini sauce but not garlic sauce in the lamb/beef shawarma, which ended up being a problem. Not a huge thing, just annoying that they make it look like everything is listed when it isn't.”

“I love that they have a combo option where you can get Jjajangmyun & Tangsuyuk (sweet and sour fried pork), and the Tangsuyuk was on point. Very crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The Jjambbong was also pretty good and the bowl is really huge. The price is really good compared to the amount of food they give you, and the combo comes at the perfect portion for one person (although it was enough for me to share as well). The Jjajangmyun was good but could use more flavor. Overall, I loved this place and would definitely go again.

Note: you need to ask for a parking permit paper (which the workers will give to you if you ask) to park at the lot behind the restaurant.”

“I’m obsessed with Juliet. The vibes in there are so welcoming and cute, and the service is amazing. The only thing i wish was different was that their food portions could be a bit bigger/more filling. I also found their chai latte to not be sweet enough, but they have a lot of options for syrups to add”

“First time in Nee England and my buddy joined a bowling league. So I told him lets go and I’ll just chill at the bar. This place is awesome! Great flatbread, great beer and great service! If I’m ever up this way again I’m for sure making a stop here.”

“This place is so good. Glad it's lasted through the peak poke fad, and I hope they stay for good. Everything is fresh and tasty, and the people are so nice.”

“Loved the food. Yummy! Only criticism is the $9 spring roll appetizer I ordered — while very tasty was way too thin. For the quantity it should have been priced at around $6 but hey isn’t everything overpriced in Boston? The chicken bowl was just right.”

“the food was fresh outstanding! You must try it”

“Picked up some excellent (very reasonably priced) Portuguese bread loaf earlier today.

Will drop by for some additional breads to take away tomorrow too.

Good service!

Curiously, was told not to take pictures inside the store, even when I mentioned that I will pit up a Google review - of their excellent breads. My son in law, who had accompanied me shared a couple he had taken inside the establishment

Obrigada!! For the excellent breads.”

“Thank you so much for delivering produce during the pandemic! You guys rock.”

“My 1st experience was great/ friendly and delicious! I’ll be back.”

“Best strawberry matcha I’ve ever had in my life, the place is lovely and the workers are amazing. I’ve been there couple of times and Billy and Esther are always the best!! I’m going back for sure❤️❤️”

“smooth latte, nice to have a decaffeinated lattee.”

“bought some fudge. haven't tried it yet though. msg me if you want”

“Awesome food and the staff is friendly. Also the hometown Cafe atmosphere is great.”

“Thank you Alan and Lotus Xpress for catering my husband's surprise 50th birthday party. Alan, you were wonderful to work with during the planning process- providing options and tending to all the details. The food was AMAZING! Delicious and a great variety. The day of the event, it was such a relief to have you there- catering to our 75 guests. As the host of the party, it gave me great ease knowing you were tending to the buffet and I was able to relax and tend to the guests! The food made the event. Thank you for helping make the event a success!”

“พอดีซื้อมาลอง 1 กล่องเป็นข้าวมันไก่ผสม อร่อยมาก เหมือนที่เมืองไทยเลย รอไม่นาน 10/10 It is a scrumptious meal for my alone dinner. The taste is original and the portion stuffed me perfectly.”

“Highly recommend stopping by Wicked Cafe in Somerville! Coffee ☕️, tea 🫖 , food 🍲 and hospitality are top notch! Mike was fantastic! 🤩👍🏽”

“Felicitaciones por el servicio!”

“Wonderful food as always. Very authentic and always the best! Thank you Tu y Yo!”

“loved my first experience, was greeted by the owner, the staff was amazing with helping me pick a certain bowl and was a cool place to sit enough the AC, fresh food and music being played while I enjoyed my lunch hour break”

“Excellent experience. The food and service was great. I will definitely recommend Premiere to my friends”

“The most delicious pastries ever. If you love pistachio the way I do you will have trouble choosing and it is ALL great. But I particularly love the savories. The Palestinian bread and the flatbread with the green topping (forget what it's called) is a family favorite. We adore these; the flatbreads are a great quick lunch. But so so delicious, fresh, we are so fortunate to have you here!”

“Best Thai food in Somerille. Recommend Khao Soi the best”

“Great coffee. Delightful owners”

“Utterly delicious! Got a spicy beef bowl and it fixed me. I was meeting some friends and didn't have time to research any gluten free options in the area. Took a chance on this place and the hostess was very considerate of my dietary needs. Will definitely order again in the future!”

“I had such a great experience at Earls in Assembly Row, The service was amazing with the waitress name LAURA She is very professional, attentive, and welcoming. You can truly tell she loves what she does. I highly recommend stopping by and asking for her if you want an excellent experience! Thank you Laura 🤗”

“Our waiter was great, smiled, was there when we needed her and not when we just wanted to visit. Food came super quick and was awesome, third time there and highly recommend!”

“We are in Cambridge for a few nights and found Dali being a restaurant nearby. It turned out to be an unexpected surprise. Luckily we made reservation as the restaurant was packed. The menu was extensive; the service was friendly; the meal was served quickly and delicious and the atmosphere was great. We ordered 4 tapas plus an order of focaccia and a bottle of wine. All come to less than $100 not including tips. A must try in Cambridge, MA.”

“The most delicious pastries ever. If you love pistachio the way I do you will have trouble choosing and it is ALL great. But I particularly love the savories. The Palestinian bread and the flatbread with the green topping (forget what it's called) is a family favorite. We adore these; the flatbreads are a great quick lunch. But so so delicious, fresh, we are so fortunate to have you here!”

“matt the server 10/10 stars. solid server. customer forward. professional demeanor. highly knowledgeable — from the menu to the wine list, he had answers and was confident in what he didn’t know which made the experience even better. his positive energy made up for the nasty cream of spinach.”

“MUITO BOA COMIDA CHURRASCO TOP,ÓTIMO ATENDIMENTO SUPER RECOMENDO.”

“For my birthday I went to legal Seafood in Assembly Row in Somerville for their happy hour special... the food was excellent and our waitress lisa was amazing... the oysters were $1, little necks were .50 cents, you could have three appetizers for $25 or 6 for $45, we had the crab cakes, Shrimp Cevechi and Thai chicken lettuce wraps... plus Oysters and Little neck clams.. also did the Margarita Flight and for dessert bon bons... you get three and you choose which flavors.. flavors were vanilla, chocolate, coffee or strawberry... all in all I will be back for this.”

“Had plant- based and beef sausage corn dogs. Excellent. Really tasty. Highly recommend.”

“Great place. Food is great and family owned! 👏👍”

“Inexpensive, quick slice in Sommerville. Satisfys the pizza craving before a concert! Quirky decor, including a shuffleboard table to play with while you wait! Enjoy!”

“The food was phenomenal we ordered just about every appetizer and dessert, and absolutely loved everything. From what I could tell, all of the items we reviewed were naturally gluten free. While it isn’t specified on the menu, it appeared that the offerings may be entirely gluten free, which was a pleasant surprise.
The space itself is quite small, so it didn’t feel ideal for a larger group. Our party of five (two adults and three kids) definitely felt a bit crowded, and for the same reason it’s probably not the most child friendly spot. That said, the décor is beautiful, the staff was very friendly, and the overall vibe was lovely. My husband and I definitely plan on going back for a date night to try some of the main courses”

“Buen servicio y ambiente 👍👍👍”

“the Opa Greek yeeros the best In Boston and the deserts are delicious and after all this frappe cafe my perfect diner .”

“Good location in Davis Square”

“Everything we tried was flavorful and satisfying. Zeynap was incredibly attentive and made our experience even better. The restaurant definitely lives up to its reputation. the chicken skewers were absolutely standout!”

“Love love love this place. I’ve been a frequent regular for a few months now and I can say that the drinks, food, and staff are always top notch.

They have one of the best burgers in town especially for late night! The pimento cheese is beyond delicious and at this point the bartender Mika always knows to throw it in for me the second I walk in.

The cocktail and mocktail list are pretty impressive too. If you like the mocktail “1, 2, 3, 4” you should ask one of the bartenders to make you the 5678.”

“The banh mi is incredibly good! As a non-coffee drinker I hadn't paid this place a visit until I got tipped off about the banh mi. I've tried the tofu and the chicken so far and they were both fantastic. Highly recommend!”

“After really enjoying Viet Citron at Eastern Food Hall, I decided to try out the Bow Market location. The prices seem to be the same ($19 for a basic pho), but the portion sizes here seemed larger -- definitely more noodles.

We tried the brisket pho and the garlic seasonal special pho. The meat in the garlic pho was a bit chewy for my tastes, but the broth was very flavorful. I didn't like the broths as much as the Eastern Food Hall one, but it was still good!

We got 1 lb of pork belly. It wasn't as good as what we had at Eastern Food Hall (less crispy and juicy), but it might just have been less fresh.

Overall it's still good food, and good portion sizes. Just didn't quite live up to my expectations. We ordered through a kiosk and ate at one of the few two seaters inside.”

“Fantastic service, food was phenomenal and the atmosphere is perfect.

Soup dumplings, crab Rangoon, the sauce that came with the crab Rangoon and the maki exceeded my expectations and I will be coming back here whenever possible.”

“BEST fried chicken ever!! so so excited for this necessary addition to the neighbourhood run by such incredible people! really delicious drinks at the bar too; i already know having this nearby is gonna be such a crazy financial liability for me lol”

“We've always wanted to try this place and we finally got a chance to try it. It did not disappoint! We tried the Fresh roll with avocado, red curry, both were great! The drunken noodles stole the show. They were amazing. Great service, ambience. Highly recommended!”

“I stopped by today for a quick pick-me-up, and this place absolutely delivered. My smoothie was incredibly fresh—packed with bright, natural flavors instead of that artificial sweetness you get at other spots. The blend was perfectly smooth, not icy or gritty, and you could actually taste each fruit without one overpowering the rest.
The staff was upbeat and welcoming, and my order came out fast even though they were busy. The shop itself had a clean, laid-back vibe that made it feel like a tiny getaway in the middle of the day.
Overall, a great spot if you’re craving something refreshing, flavorful, and genuinely made with care. Definitely coming back to try more flavors!”

“Public Tavern is a great spot to grab drinks and watch your favorite game. We usually go for Trivia Thursdays, which are always a fun time, and the $3 appetizer deal is a nice bonus. The mozzarella sticks are surprisingly good and definitely worth ordering.

It can get busy, and with usually only two bartenders managing the crowd, service can feel a little slow at times. That said, the staff handles the rush as best as they can.

Seating can also be a challenge. There often are not enough chairs, and if you arrive late to an event, you will likely be standing since someone else will have already taken the available seats.

The cocktails were somewhat hit or miss. The caipirinha felt a bit watered down and lacked the punch I was expecting, though the espresso martini was solid.

Overall, it is a fun, lively place for trivia nights and game days. With a bit more consistency in the cocktails, it would easily be a five-star experience.”

“The Korean twice-fried chicken is a great deal. For $8.25 I got 4 gigantic pieces of boneless chicken. They are really tenders and not normal boneless wings sized pieces. They are very crunchy. The soy garlic sauce doesn’t seem to stick as much as the one at Crave.

I was impressed with their presentation for the seaweed salad. It justified more the slightly high $8.50.

Minus one star because the omelette nigiri was not good.

Service is laid back helpful. This time the employee pointed me to the ordering screen to see pictures of everything.”

“Had Brittany and this very pleasant Black man that had his hair wrapped up (forgot to get his name)! Great service and great teamwork! They were uplifting each other and were very nice people!”

“No corners cut here. Top-of-the-line ingredient makes for the best food to eat there is no comparison.”