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Union Square in Somerville
Union Square in Somerville
Bloc 11 Cafe, 11 Bow St., Phone: +1 617-623-0000, . M-F 7AM-8PM; Sa 8AM-7PM; Su 7AM-7PM. Sister cafe to the Diesel Cafe in Union Square, Bloc 11 features a few breakfast selections, pastries, soups, and made-to-order sandwiches, along with a selection of espresso/coffee/tea/soda beverages. The cafe features artwork by local artists, and hosts open mic music nights as well. Located in a former bank branch, the cafe also features seasonally-available outdoor courtyard seating.
Neighborhood Restaurant and Bakery, 25 Bow St., Phone: +1 617-628-2151, . Daily 7AM-4PM. It is worth visiting Union Square for, especially in the summer months. There's an overhead grape arbor with real fruit growing on it. There's a large breakfast/brunch menu, and very colorful outdoor decor. The menu also includes some Brazilian fare, as well as alcoholic drinks.
Red House, 24 Union Square, Phone: +1 617-666-4300, Su-Th 11AM-1:30AM; F-Sa 11AM-2AM (Delivery 11AM-1:30AM) A New England-style Chinese restaurant (take-out only). Good food, clean kitchen (you can watch them prepare your food through a window in the waiting area), and open late. Recommended by Ben Affleck.
Ronnarong Thai Tapas, 255 Washington St., Phone: 1 617-625-9296, . (Note that Washington Street skips across Union Square; Ronnarong is located on the east side of Union Square, facing into the small municipal parking lot, near the U. S. Post Office.) Ronnarong features smaller plates of Thai cuisine, independent craft beers, and a full wine and sake list. Many ingredients are locally-sourced, and chef Ronnarong ("Ronnie") is always found in the kitchen. Closed Sundays.
Sherman Cafe, 257 Washington St., Phone: 1 617-776-4944. (Note that Washington Street skips across Union Square; the Sherman is located on the west side of Union Square, headed towards Harvard Square.) Another independent, locally-owned cafe, the Sherman features made-to-order gourmet sandwiches with fresh, local ingredients and a selection of soups. All pastries and breads are also made right at the cafe. Espresso, teas, brewed coffee, and Italian-style sodas round out the menu. One hour of free Wi-Fi is available for customers in this friendly neighborhood cafe.
Cantina La Mexicana, 247 Washington St., (Union Sq), Phone: +1 617-776-5232, . Friendly neighborhood taqueria, West Coast style. Burritos, tacos, tamales, everything cheap. Expanded in 2009 to include restaurant-style seating and a full bar.
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