Welcome to Medford/Somerville!
The closest neighborhood to Tufts is Davis Square, which is about a mile away and offers a variety of restaurants, bars, and entertainment. This is also where the closest subway stop is (we call it "the T"), which will take out into Boston if you are up for an adventure. Public transit stops are generally marked with a large T. Click here for a trip planner using public transit.
Tu Y YoFor outstanding southern Mexican cuisine only a short walk from Tufts, check out Tu Y Yo. Their Mole Colorado is highly recommended.
Tu Y Yo 858 Broadway Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 623-5411 |
SaloonSaloon is a hidden treasure in the heart of Davis Square. This prohibition-era themed restaurant has a great dinner menu. In keeping with the theme, the restaurant is discreetly marked only by a lamp next to the front door. It is directly next to The Foundry, which is more clearly posted.
Saloon 255 Elm Street Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 628-4444 |
Flatbread Pizza CompanyFlatbread Pizza offers some great wood-fired pizza. It shares space with Sacco's Bowl Haven in Davis Square. This place is popular, so if you want to try your hand at candlepin bowling be sure to secure a lane early.
Flatbread Pizza Company 45 Day St Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 776-0552 |
Redbones BBQRedbones in Davis Square boasts some of the best BBQ in the Boston area. It is a low-key restaurant with some great food.
Redbones BBQ 55 Chester St Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 628-2200 |
Diesel CafeDiesel Cafe is a great cafe in Davis Square that offers vegetarian-friendly sandwiches and salads. It is also a nice place to sit and work if you have some down time.
Diesel Cafe 257 Elm St Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 629-8717 |