Rosebud Bar & Kitchen
Diner · Somerville
381 Summer St, Somerville, MA 02144
Highlights
Indian-American fusion in a retro diner with craft cocktails
Indian-American fusion in a retro diner with craft cocktails
"Many Somerville residents were relieved to hear that Rosebud, at least in name, remained after its change in ownership and subsequent revamp last year. In its original form, it was a kitschy American diner in a dining car. The rebranded version keeps some of its diner classics but with an Indian twist. For instance, you may find crispy onion pakoras and Kerala fried chicken with green chili waffles on the menu." - Celina Colby
"The Rosebud in Davis Square used to be one of those old-fashioned railcar diners which, according to every period piece set in the ’30s, were havens for solo travelers who may or may not have been hitchhiking across Kansas after robbing three banks outside St. Louis. The space has been built out and the bar isn’t even located in the railcar part of the restaurant anymore, but it’s still a great place to grab a drink, thanks to a dark interior and crowds that are usually big enough to make the place not feel completely empty, but small enough that you don’t feel like you’re alone at a party." - dan secatore
"Rosebud is an adorably cute name for a restaurant, so it’s fitting that it’s partially housed in one of those adorable old train cars that have been turned into diners all across America. It’s great for brunch, especially if your group grabs one of the tables on the trellised patio off to the side. We recommend the veggie hash with brussels sprout and butternut squash. " - dan secatore
"Specializing in whiskey, pies, and Southern-inspired cuisine, Rosebud offers bourbon-spiked milkshakes in chocolate, vanilla, coffee, and a rotating flavor of the week. The same flavors of shakes are also available without booze." - Rachel Leah Blumenthal
"Closed doors 'for the time being' after dinner service on New Year’s Eve." - Rachel Leah Blumenthal
