Food Scene
Informal hangout specializing in Tex-Mex standards, margaritas & tequila flights. $$
7 locals recommend
Rudy's Cafe
248 Holland StInformal hangout specializing in Tex-Mex standards, margaritas & tequila flights. $$
Sleek, candlelit spot specializing in innovative, globally inspired vegan fare, with weekend brunch. $$
16 locals recommend
True Bistro
1153 BroadwaySleek, candlelit spot specializing in innovative, globally inspired vegan fare, with weekend brunch. $$
Turkish specialties (including all-day breakfasts) served in intimate, informal surrounds. $$
13 locals recommend
Istanbul'lu
237 Holland StTurkish specialties (including all-day breakfasts) served in intimate, informal surrounds. $$
Filling Tibetan fare is carefully presented at this cozy, laid-back joint featuring exotic dishes.
House Of Tibet Kitchen
235 Holland StFilling Tibetan fare is carefully presented at this cozy, laid-back joint featuring exotic dishes.
Bright, casual eatery with burgers stacked with unconventional toppings, plus veggie options. I love this place! $$
25 locals recommend
Boston Burger Co-Davis Sq
37 Davis SquareBright, casual eatery with burgers stacked with unconventional toppings, plus veggie options. I love this place! $$
Modern bar with patio draws a crowd with its big list of draft beers & whiskeys, plus American fare.
44 locals recommend
Five Horses Tavern
400 Highland AveModern bar with patio draws a crowd with its big list of draft beers & whiskeys, plus American fare.
Tipping Cow Ice Cream
415 Medford StDiesel Cafe
257 Elm StDrinks & Nightlife
Irish pub featuring craft beer, whiskey & bar fare, along with an outdoor patio & sports watching. $$
10 locals recommend
PJ Ryan's
239 Holland StIrish pub featuring craft beer, whiskey & bar fare, along with an outdoor patio & sports watching. $$
Friendly, down-to-earth Irish pub offering live music, dancing & an ample menu of beer & pub eats.
57 locals recommend
The Burren
247 Elm StFriendly, down-to-earth Irish pub offering live music, dancing & an ample menu of beer & pub eats.
Parks & Nature
Alewife Greenway Bike Path
Alewife Greenway Bike PathWalking and biking trails
Entertainment & Activities
Somerville Theatre
55 Davis SquareOld-fashioned alley features candlepin bowling & a retro restaurant with wood-fired flatbreads.
42 locals recommend
Sacco's Bowl Haven
45 Day StOld-fashioned alley features candlepin bowling & a retro restaurant with wood-fired flatbreads.
Getting Around
Davis station
Elm StreetRed Line to Cambridge and Boston
Everything Else
Tufts University
419 Boston AveA world-class educational institution.
Essentials
Stop & Shop
779 McGrath HwyWhole Foods Market
400 Cambridge Rd