Diva Indian Bistro

The Independent is a laid-back Union Square gem, blending a cozy pub vibe with a diverse menu of cocktails, craft beers, and elevated comfort food like oysters and chicken sandwiches—perfect for casual hangouts or date nights.

Hot Box in Bow Market serves up a delightful mix of North Shore roast beef sandwiches and South Shore bar pizza, creating a quirky, local dining experience.

Barra is a cozy, Mexico City-inspired eatery in Union Square that serves vibrant Mexican dishes like cochinita pibil alongside an impressive range of mezcal and creative cocktails.

A stylish hangout dishing out Neapolitan wood-fired pizzas, creamy handmade pastas, and killer cocktails in a vibrant atmosphere.

Tucked away in Union Square, Backbar is a vibe-rich cocktail haven where inventive drinks meet quirky decor, perfect for casual hangouts.

Sarma in Somerville is a vibrant meze spot where inventive Mediterranean small plates shine, inviting you to savor their bold flavors and warm atmosphere.

Nestled in Davis Square, Spoke Wine Bar serves upscale New England small plates alongside an impressive selection of old-world wines in an intimate, vibrant space.

Celeste is a buzzing little gem in Somerville's Union Square where intimate vibes meet vibrant Peruvian dishes like zesty ceviche and tender lomo saltado, all served with some seriously good pisco cocktails.

Bow Market is a lively, two-story marketplace in Somerville, buzzing with diverse food vendors, local boutiques, and a cozy courtyard perfect for gatherings.

Remnant Brewing in Bow Market, Somerville, offers a chill vibe with craft beers, great coffee, and a dog-friendly patio—perfect for sipping and snacking from nearby vendors.