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A Thai Sensation. At Pepper Sky’s we eschew the use of artificial ingredients, especially MSG. We make your dishes to order, so you can specify any subtle changes, like requesting no salt or oil. Enjoy!

YES, WE MAKE PIZZA. BUT WE DO IT DIFFERENTLY—AND WE START FROM A DIFFERENT PLACE. WE BELIEVE DIFFERENT CAN ALSO BE BETTER, THAT LITTLE THINGS CAN MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE, AND THAT DOING THE RIGHT THING HELPS TO REALIZE HUMAN POTENTIAL. OUR GOAL IS TO INSPIRE HAPPINESS IN PEOPLE WHO LOVE GREAT FOOD AND WANT TO FEEL GOOD ABOUT THEIR DECISIONS—WHETHER EATING OR WORKING WITH US.

Industrial-chic fast-casual from star chef Jody Adams with customizable Greek plates, pitas & more.

Somerville Brewing Company welcomes you to our new microbrewery and taproom at 15 Ward Street Somerville Massachusetts. Somerville Brewing Company started as a husband-wife team driven by the motto “Make good liquids make good friends”. Since its inception in 2011, the brewery has expanded distribution into six states, achieved annual production of over 2,000 barrels of beer and grown from 2 employees to over 35. Visit the brewery and taproom for tasters, flights, pints, lunch and dinner. We offer tours with the owners on Saturday afternoons and fresh cans of beer to take home.

At the center and heart of Korean food, is kimchi – the spicy fermented vegetable dish that is indispensable at every Korean table. All our dishes, including our kimchi, are made home-style in our kitchen. We are a 16-seat, family run restaurant. We hope that you feel at home at Kimchi Kitchen and know you can turn to us year-round for a bowl of satisfying Korean flavors.

Longfellows is an independent community-driven coffee shop in the heart of Cambridge, MA offering locally-roasted coffee, espresso, and breakfast goods to our awesome neighbors. Come say hello! We’re at 284 Broadway, Cambridge, MA – nestled inside of Lamplighter Brewing Co.

Compact parlor dishing up a big menu of pizza, subs & classic Italian entrees in unfussy digs.

Mom-&-pop corner joint serves American & Puerto Rican eats such as plantains, subs & rice & beans.

Homey, casual restaurant decorated with regional regalia & featuring classic Portuguese dishes.

Traditional Portuguese dishes & live fado music on weekends in an old-fashioned dining room.

A large menu of veggie-friendly Taiwanese dishes are doled out in bright, modest quarters.

Casual cafe serving pizza, burgers, salads & fried seafood in basic digs with a bar & TV sports.

Roxy’s Grilled Cheese & Area Four merge at this kitschy food, booze & video-game playground.

Brew on the Grid is an authentic, artisan coffee cafe featuring coffees, breakfast pastries, sandwiches and salads. Brew is also home to the nitro brew iced coffee, which is sure to keep you energized throughout the day. At Brew, we pride ourselves on brewing differently with authentic brewing machines. Coffee is brewed on site by our highly trained baristas and coffee masters, with state of the art machines to provide you with the best experience and most flavorful cup of coffee. The atmosphere is modern, open and inviting, creating the perfect space to work, study or meet up with friends.

Great coffee isn’t about overwhelming your palate. It’s about giving your senses a rebirth. At Allegro Coffee, that’s what we pursue from the very first hit of aroma to the last sip in every cup. Our coffees capture a taste and tradition that permeate every step of the journey from seed to cup™. Since 1977, when we established ourselves as one of Colorado’s first specialty coffee producers, Allegro Coffee Company has continued to perfect the time-honored, artisanal traditions that make our coffee the most flavorful you can find. We want every cup of Allegro coffee to be close-your-eyes good.

Greg’s Restaurant is a family friendly dining spot owned by the Diliberto family of Watertown. The story goes back to 1932 when Charlie and Rose Diliberto opened a market at the site. It was soon turned into a restaurant. As it gained popularity throughout the years it was taken over by their son Gregory Diliberto in 1960. Greg’s sons Paul and John began working and eventually carried the business on and continue to do so today. They continue to use the freshest products in preparation and this gives Greg’s meals the “homemade” taste that has been their formula for their success story. Now in the fourth generation, they have five kids between them who all work in the restaurant continuing the tradition and keeping the family business exactly what it is.

ZuZu is nestled within the Middle East complex, in the heart of Central Square. We spend our days serving sophisticated comfort food inspired by our Lebanese roots to the residents & visitors of Cambridge. Once it gets dark, we are the premiere neighborhood destination for music, dancing, and socializing. Plan an unforgettable dinner date, share plates with a group of friends, or spend the night dancing to the best music in town.

Friends since they were five, Chef Greg Reeves and Mark Young are proud to invite you to share in their vision – Viale. A few years ago, after completing a ten-year stint cooking in San Francisco, Young joined Reeves in Cambridge at Green Street in Central Square, where he transitioned to front of the house to serve as general manager. It was during this period that the two realized two important things: they worked well together and they held many of the same ideas about the restaurant they would want to open themselves some day. Viale serves ingredient-driven, Italian-inspired food in a warm and casual environment. The rotating menu showcases seasonal pasta dishes, appetizers, and entrees; simple grilled pizzas, and meats perfectly charred on a wood-fired grill. All major ingredients are locally sourced, meaning the shellfish, meat, and produce are procured by the chef from some of the finest farmers and fishermen of New England. The wine list features the vintages of small organic and biodynamic growers, and the artisanal cocktails and craft beers are all created with the same care as the food on the menu. Welcome.

Vegan Caprese Sandwich SLICED TOMATOES & VEGAN MOZZARELLA, BASIL PESTO AND BALSAMIC REDUCTION ON CIABATTA. SERVED W/ LIGHTLY DRESSED FRESH GREENS AND YOUR CHOICE OF POTATO SALAD, GREEN CABBAGE SLAW OR POTATO CHIPS.

Deemed “The World’s Best Ice Cream” by The New York Times, we at Toscanini’s take our ice creams, coffees and teas seriously, as do our customers. In September, 1981 Toscanini’s was founded by Gus Rancatore, Kurt Jaenicke, Pearl Morrison, Janet Rosenblatt, Rich Johnston, Diane Depczenski, Pat Johnston, Miriam Stewart, Donna Muffoletto, Cornelia Rancatore, Eleanor Rancatore and Mimi Rancatore, all of whom worked for free and made contributions that enabled the 800 square foot ice cream store at 899 Main Street to survive its first year. The time is clouded in mist -and myth- but Mim Stewart is believed to have made the transition from unpaid friend to first scooper.  She was quickly joined by David Shaw, from Fordham Prep and MIT.

Years of focus and expertise have led to the Starbucks Roast Spectrum. Each coffee bean requires a unique balance of temperature and time to reach its individual peak of aroma, acidity, body and flavor. Our coffees are classified by three roast profiles – Starbucks® Blonde Roast, Medium Roast and Dark Roast – so you can easily find the flavor and intensity that’s perfect for you.

Royal East offers delicious dining, carryout and delivery to Cambridge, MA. Royal East is a cornerstone in the Cambridge community and has been recognized for its outstanding Chinese cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff. Our Chinese restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.

The owner of Royal Bengal Restaurant, Gita Mazumdar, hails from West Bengal, India. When she came to the Boston area 20 years ago, she brought with her all the tastes of home.  She opened her first restaurant in Cambridge in 2000 and gained widespread popularity for her unique menu items such as Kash Mangsho (goat curry), Moshar Ghanto (spiced banana blossom) and Mulligatawny Soup.  She is proud to be the only Indian restaurant in the northeast to feature authentic Bengali cuisine.  After over a decade of success she moved into a smaller space closer to her home in Somerville.  Check out the menu to explore the exotic flavors of Royal Bengal Restaurant or come enjoy a meal with Gita in her new location near Gilman Square.

Patty Chen has been making dumplings since she was eight years old. She first started making dumplings at her family’s restaurant, “Four Seasons Dumpling House” in 1976. She emigrated with her family, right after college, and founded their first US business, the “PuPu Hot Pot Chinese Restaurant” in 1992. It was here, that she met her future husband and business partner, Marc Shulman.

The Plough and Stars Irish pub and restaurant in Cambridge has become a favorite of locals and visitors alike. With it’s warm cozy atmosphere and great music scene, The Plough has become a staple of the Cambridge community. The Plough offers delicious food with a wide variety of fine beers on tap and a full bar. Our menu features both innovative and traditional dishes. There is live music nearly every night. Come by grab a pint and see what everyone is talking about.

Owner Solmon Chowdhury opened Shanti in Dorchester, Massachusetts in 2000 after growing tired of frequently driving into Boston to find authentic Indian cuisine as a real estate developer. After adding a second Shanti location in 2013 with his wife Rokeya in Roslindale, MA over a decade later, Shanti is still praised as “Boston’s Best Indian Cuisine” (2012) by Boston Magazine. Combining their love of food and entertainment, the husband and wife duo open NAGA Restaurant and Nightclub in Cambridge, MA in 2013. As residents of Dudley Square, the Chowdhuries felt an absence of meeting places, which inspired them to open their newest concept, Dudley Cafe in Roxbury, MA in September 2015. The neighborhood cafe provides a space where residents, nine-to-fivers, and commuters can gather around locally sourced food, local art, and expertly crafted coffee. The Chowdhuries are excited to open their next venture MONROE Restaurant and Nightclub in the Central Square neighborhood of Cambridge, MA in mid-January 2016.

Opened in 1991, Miracle of Science stands strong as the leader in geek-chic. Its menu is hand written onto the wall and it was one of the first restaurants to employ the open floor concept. This place is always packed with artists, musicians, geo physicists and computer gurus who know they don’t have to go anywhere else looking for a good time.

As many families hit the road for summer vacations they will see McDonald’s trucks on the road. What they may not know is that McDonald’s uses recycled cooking oil to power many of the trucks that transport our food and packaging to restaurants.  

We specialize in crafting mouth-watering meals and providing superb customer service. Order online for pickup!

I am David Barlam and this is my girlfriend Karolina. We bought the Mass Ave Diner in 2010 and quickly became an integral part of the diner/café experience in Central Square. Although we have made some cosmetics changes to the restaurant, the menu has remained consistent. I do all the cooking and menu planning, while Karolina takes great care of our guests. We have been in the food business for many years and are proud to have built a large and dedicated following. Lastly, a big part of our success is our staff, who have been with us since the start. We are proud to be your go to neighborhood diner. Dave & Karolina

A delicious meal, no matter how simple, is the starting point for nurturing the body and soul, and at the same time, the family and even the community at large. We know you no longer want to compromise between fantastic flavor, whole foods goodness, and fast food convenience.

NEW SUSHI AND FULL LIQUOR BARS

Crusty, crackling baguettes warm from the steaming oven … buttery, raisin-filled brioche shaped in a swirl and drizzled with sweet icing … silky-smooth double chocolate truffle tarts … lemon curd cakes filled with raspberry preserves … fresh, made-to-order salads and sandwiches. Imagine enjoying a muffin still warm from the oven, made with real butter and fresh fruit, alongside an oversized mug of café au lait. For lunch, choose among daily specials such as bacon and caramelized onion quiche or grilled portobello melt with pesto and fresh mozzarella. Bring home a beautifully decorated birthday cake made with flourless chocolate cake layers and rich chocolate mousse. We offer buttery breakfast pastries, grand homemade cookies, luscious tarts, gorgeous cakes, and sandwiches, soups, and salads. Everything is prepared in-house by our professional kitchen staff. Our business includes morning commuters stopping in for breakfast, area employees and neighbors enjoying lunch, friends meeting for coffee and talk, office workers seeking to satisfy their 4pm sugar craving, people picking up bread, salad, or dessert for their evening meal. Along with our quality product, our success depends on a well-trained, professional service staff. We strive to be constantly and consistently friendly, attentive, and courteous. We want each customer’s experience to be […]

Barismo is a Greater Boston area coffee roaster & retailer dedicated to sourcing, roasting & brewing high quality, fresh roasted coffees. We work to foster sustainable & transparent relationships with the top coffee growers, millers, exporters & importers in the world.

Welcome to Desi Dhaba, where we provide guests with savory “Tandoori” oven dishes and exotic curries from Northern and Southern India. We know that you will love the delightful taste of Desi Dhaba’s Indian cuisine.

On July 26, 2001, Tamara Bourso and Fernanda da Silva opened Cuchi Cuchi. Our space at 795 Main Street in Cambridge was extensively redesigned to personify the age of Old World Beauty and early Hollywood. Our food is International, “straight-up” smaller plates to be paired and shared and the menu represents classic dishes – with our own twist – from other countries. Please don’t refer to CC’s dishes as “tapas” which are from Spain… our dishes are larger and we prefer to globe-trot. The full-liquor bar serves signature drinks made of muddled fresh fruits and herbs, vintage cocktails, Clerico, Sangria and naughty Bottoms Up shots and the music and ambiance complement our diverse clientele. A retro feel and glamorous staff are a further invitation to a fun, lively, and romantic evening with memorable food and transporting drinks. Thank you for the pleasure of your company.

Spread the news – Cambridge’s own “hidden gem” has moved from a side street to Main Street! At Craigie On Main, Chef Tony Maws, Boston’s Best Chef (Boston Magazine) and one of America’s Best New Chefs (Food & Wine), combines his trademark French-inspired “refined rusticity” with an unyielding passion for the best local, seasonal, and organic ingredients. In fact, our à la carte menu andtasting menus change daily, depending on which ingredients are the very best of the best that day. Craigie On Main is a newer, more spacious incarnation of Craigie Street Bistrot, Chef Tony Maws’ first labor-of-love a couple of miles down Mass Ave. And the quirky spirit of the tiny bistrot remains alive and well in the new space. Whether you are joining us for a special night out, a few unmistakably “Craigie” drinks in the bar, a private party, our legendary Chef’s Whim – or a Chef’s Tasting Menu (with a ringside view of your own meal being prepared in our kitchen) – we know you will feel right at home at Craigie On Main.

For the past twenty-one years, Antonio Barros has owned Cinderella’s, serving pizza, pasta, calzones, and other comfort foods to Central Square and its Surrounding areas. After turning twenty-one, it was time for an upgrade. We’re talking about a full face-lift, brand new bar, tables, and atmosphere. The once comfortable cafeteria style restaurant is now opened up into a beautiful dining room, complete with a waiting lounge and 14 seat bar. The bar is decked out with twenty beers on tap and a full liquor program. Under the guidance of new general managers Kyle Fletcher and Dave Wells, you will find a rotating craft focused beer lineup. Although there will be every day staples such as PBR and Harpoon IPA, there will be an ever changing cast of craft beers and some rare treasures like a limited edition bourbon barrel aged downeast cider, Maine beer company lunch, or a 1 off run of Northcoast Tart Cherry Berliner Weisse. Monday nights Cinderellas will be your craft beer destination with a beer focused promotion every week. You may walk in to a tap takeover, a new beer release, a cask tapping etc. For those less adventurous you will find a wide variety of […]

Cafe Luna is a small, friendly cafe with a warm and welcoming vibe. We offer a variety of food and drinks, including panini’s, specialty sandwiches, pizzas, large salads, Blue Bottle Espresso drinks, and an assortment of artisan baked goods. We serve a weekday breakfast menu with omelets and waffles everyday from 7:30 to 2:30. Enjoy our four page weekend brunch menu every Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 to 4:00 . We offer a selection of fine wines and beers and specialty wine cocktails.

At the center of every Bertucci’s lives our brick oven. For over 30 years, since our first kitchen opened in the Davis Square neighborhood of Somerville, MA in 1981, we’ve been perfecting the art of brick oven cooking. From the beginning, we’ve built a tradition of creating unique pizzas and pasta combinations. These recipes all share some very important things in common. They use only the freshest ingredients, and we take the time to make each by hand. Today, 87 Bertucci’s restaurants are firing up brick ovens from New England to Virginia, each reflecting the distinct character and local charm of their community. But like the original Bertucci’s, every kitchen is also open, making our brick oven part of the restaurant experience. We believe that watching your food being prepared is an integral part to enjoying it. With a strong and dedicated commitment to hospitality, we welcome you as our guest, and we promise to always treat you as part of the Bertucci’s family.

Beijing Tokyo offers delicious dining, carryout and delivery to Cambridge, MA. Beijing Tokyo is a cornerstone in the Cambridge community and has been recognized for its outstanding Chinese cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff. Our Chinese restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.

Beantown Taqueria offers delicious dining, carryout and delivery to Cambridge, MA. Beantown Taqueria is a cornerstone in the Cambridge community and has been recognized for its outstanding Mexican cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff. Our Mexican restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.

Baraka Cafe offers traditional Algerian-Tunisian and North African cuisine in a cozy space reminiscent of eating in the chef’s home kitchen in the Mediterranean

smara Restaurant was established in 1986. For many years, Asmara has hosted several Bostonians, New Englanders, and Foreigner with Eritrean Food. Manypeople enjoy the Eritrean custom of eating with there fingers with our bread called Injera. Asmara Restaurant provides two kinds of Injera’s. One is made out of rice flour and the other is made out of Teff. Teff is a high grain packed with a considerable amount of protein, calcium, and fiber in each colorful seed. If you are allergic to wheat please call the manager to speak about what your options are. Asmara offers traditional tables called Mesob. They are woven baskets, which diner’s sit around the Mesob and the plate of food is placed in the center of the basket. Asmara Restaurant offers a variety of food to cater to the spicy, mild, vegetarian, carnivore, or vegan diners. The restaurant is filled with Eritrean artifacts, a variety of traditional items and several paintings done by an Eritrean Artist of his personal visions of Eritrea. Once you walk into Asmara Restaurant, we want you to experience something very different and satisfying with our flavorful food and our colorful culture.

You’ll feel right at home in our beautiful, 18th century residence turned coffee shop. The atmosphere is truly one of a kind. Sit outside on our patio and enjoy our full espresso bar, juice bar, and Smoothie offerings. We also offer several “House Hookahs” so you can savor your favorite flavored tobacco. Enjoy croissants, muffins or bagels with your fresh coffee.

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In January of 1993, the 1369 Coffee House opened at 1369 Cambridge Street, in Cambridge’s Inman Square. The site was the former home of the 1369 Jazz Club, a well known local bar and music venue. In June 1994 we opened a second store in nearby Central Square. From the beginning, we envisioned 1369 as more than just a place to get coffee. We offer the very best coffees and teas available. We strive to create a comfortable, inviting atmosphere and to be an integral part of the community. Many friendships, including several marriages, have developed at 1369. Several books and many theses have been written at our tables. We take pride in being a good neighbor and local gathering place. We are dedicated to maintaining this feeling. We have been fortunate to be the recipient of many awards and accolades. We continue to pursue our goals in an effort to achieve excellence in all we do. We intend to survive the onslaught of chains and to endure long into the future. We will continue our commitment to our neighborhood and community.