36 Best American Restaurants in Somerville

“One of my all time favorite spots in Somerville never had a bad meal. Great vibe and service always suggests it as one of the top spots in Somerville.“

“Fantastic atmosphere, amazing food and superb service. Highly recommend!“

“We love this place! The baked goods are our favorites, especially the personal sized cakes and loaded biscuits with seasonal fruit. Everything is made in small batches, always fresh and delightful. The thoughtful menu changes almost daily and I love that I can just pick something delicious without having to build my own. It’s always perfect as is! 🌞“

“This was my Daughter's birthday weekend and we wanted to Take her to one of the places that Guy Fieri Visited for DDD...making memories. What we got was so much more. Truthfully the Best dining experience we have EVER experienced. The hostess was super friendly and immediately made accommodations due to the fact that I am currently in a wheelchair. The atmosphere was astonishing!!! The food...we truly cannot say enough good things about an are planning when to take the trip from Vermont again to get more. We were blown away . However the highlight of our evening hands down was our Server Kevin!!! He made my Daughter's night ...focused on making her smile and gave her a piece of cheesecake to celebrate. We will remember this forever and simply cannot thank you enough“

“This place was great!! Highly recommend! Awesome atmosphere!“

“The food was delightful. I love the honey available on all the different items to give a sweet kick to a savory dinner. I ordered the falafel pita which is a solid amount of food. I wish the default was more veggie forward with cucumbers rather then having to add it on. Overall, great vibe and service. Would go again“

“I randomly wanted to treat my family to a nice night out to eat and our waitress AILISH was phenomenal. She was amazingly attentive and really made sure we were well satisfied with our place of seating, checking in making sure we had all our drinks and refreshments. AILISH was so great to us! If any MANAGERS are reading this I def have to tell you she is definitely a top-notch employee in Earls restaurant establishment. If I could send a tip randomly again I would it was that great of service. Great Live Atmosphere, food and location was lively all-around amazing restaurant to go often go to. The waitress AILISH is A+ all around. Thank you“

“One can never fail when going to the Vernon. Consistently great food, drinks and service.“

“Delicious and safe dining experience- the food was unbelievably fresh and creative. All servers went out of their way to be attentive and friendly- the mulled wine was the perfect beverage on this chilly afternoon! We brought blankets- and used them!“

“Good location in Davis Square“

“All you can ask for in a wine bar.“

“Love the vibe! Great place to just get a drink, or eat to your heart's content. I have been holding Twisted Networking- Somerville, MA for a while in the side room- awesome! #askjo“

“Best Breakfast fruit bowls are the best“

“First time at Olde Magoun's Saloon. Beyond amazing food and service. Our waiter ( didn't catch him name) tall gentleman with a beard was phenomenal! Friendly and efficient!!! The food was savory and fresh. We enjoyed the Irish Chicken Curry and the Besto Pesto sandwich!! First time to Boston and by far our favorite meal here.“

“Cozy, relaxed atmosphere. Friendly and efficient service. Great food and drink!“

“🙂👍 Some really good food!“

“The Burren is hands down one of our favorite spots to play in Boston! The energy is always incredible, the crowd brings the best vibes, and the atmosphere is perfect for live music. We love hosting our showcases here and can’t wait for the next one!“

“Can’t rate this place high enough! Clean, friendly service, abundance of options, but the food? The food is beyond incredible! Had the breakfast tacos and my husband had the Colombian breakfast. Omg, it was incredible!“

“A bar with top-notch service and truly skilled and knowledgeable bartenders. We sat in the cozy back patio, which added to the relaxed, welcoming vibe. The food was far beyond your typical pub fare — flavorful and thoughtfully prepared.

They had an impressive selection of whiskies, tequilas, and digestifs, all at very reasonable prices. I was lucky enough to try the Fortaleza Winter Blends 2023 and 2024 side by side, and the bartender was kind enough to label the glasses so I could compare them properly. Cocktails were excellent as well.

For food, we ordered the Baby Iceberg Salad, Pork Sausage Roll, Denver Steak Frites, Roasted Cod, Risotto, and Chicken Sandwich. Everything was delicious — my steak was cooked perfectly to temp, and the fries were crispy and well-seasoned.

One person in our group wasn’t sure about the doneness of their chicken sandwich since it looked slightly pink in the middle (which seemed normal to me for a chicken thigh sandwich). Our server handled it perfectly — he offered both a replacement and a refund without hesitation. The manager, Daren, also came by to explain that they carefully temp all their chicken straight from the fryer and use high-quality organic meat. To top it off, they even sent out a complimentary flan for dessert.

Overall, our experience at Tall Order far exceeded expectations — fantastic service, great drinks, and delicious food. We’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Easily my favorite bar ever!! The food is always phenomenal, the drinks are delicious & the staff are incredibly friendly, kind and accommodating. My friends & I are here pretty much weekly because we love it so much!“

“It was my first time there but I can tell you not my last !! It is now my favorite breakfast place .. ( can’t wait to try them for lunch ) They girl that waited on us was very friendly and you could just tell the day after Christmas that she loved her job The place was very clean , and didn’t smell like old steal oil .. And the foot well that’s another story and why I will be back !! It was fresh , I mean FRESH !! Like everything was picked from a garden out back to make my omelette.. And the home fries amazing !! Try it you’ll love ❤️ it , just like me !!“

“This local place has delicious food, and has been serving it up for years. it's my go-to for their barbecue chicken (char grilled with a delicious garlicy sauce - not your usual American style barbeque!), and their beans are excellent.“

“Good stuff. High prices, but it seems like that’s just what restaurants cost these days. Burger slightly overcooked. Fries excellent. Drinks came almost immediately and food was fast, too. Hard to tell from the menu or the staff that chips come with every burger.“

“The staff is wonderful! They even treat our dog great! Beautiful hotel, great location, and amazing breakfast!“

“So great! Thank you for being the neighborhood friendly place you are to a family in need of getting out of the house. We really appreciated the warm welcome and hospitality. We’ll see you next weekend for sure! - Sara & Matthew West (cute son Graham)“

“I’m a huge Twin Peaks fan and this outside patio theme weekends are amazing! The staff is so friendly (I enjoyed nerding out about loving Kyle Maclachlan ) 😂 and it really makes being in the city so cozy. The playlist is spot on, and the menu and drinks are so to the show! Last night was my second time and it felt like I’ve been going there forever. Will definitely check out hopefully post Covid!“

“Cool place , I love the music and the service“

“best vegan just egg bagel ever!“

“Small neighborhood greasy spoon diner with generous portions and an excellent breakfast menu. Numerous daily specials including omelets, stuffed French toast and benedicts. I had the William Wallace omelet with fresh apples inside for a sweet savory and my girlfriend had one with avocado, broccoli and spinach. Service was polite and self service coffee was available. Not necessarily a destination for brunch but a nice place if you live in the neighborhood.“

“Grew up in Somerville and this was my first time in the pub. Ordered the wings and onion rings and was not disappointed. The bartender was attentive and friendly so was the cook. I will definitely be back again. You can see the kitchen area from the bar and I noticed everything is cooked fresh to order. I highly recommend this place.“

“Great staff and service is great. Food was very good. Lots of tables and a beautiful bar. highly recommend this really great place - nice atmosphere!“

“Spent 3 days in Boston and enjoyed something different every single day! Bartenders helped me feel comfortable in a new city. 10/10“

“Absolutely fantastic place to get some food and the location is a great spot to experience other places to eat. The staff were friendly and the food was made quickly. Their cauli-falafel was amazing! Highly recommend this spot if you’re looking for a light vegetarian dish!“

“Fun cool and comfortable creative“

“I had an outstanding experience at Salt & Stone in Assembly Row, and I have to give a special shout-out to Brenda, our waitress, who truly made the night exceptional.

From the moment we sat down, Brenda was warm, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. She guided us through the best dishes, made spot-on recommendations, and somehow anticipated everything we needed without ever interrupting the flow of our conversation.

Her timing was perfect, her service was smooth and friendly, and she made us feel genuinely taken care of. You can tell she takes pride in what she does — it elevated the whole dining experience.

The food was delicious as always, but Brenda is what made this visit unforgettable. If you go to Salt & Stone, ask for Brenda, she’s truly the best!“

“Assembly Row is well complimented by Lucky Strike of Somerville* Great location with free parking in the adjacent garage. Well lit entrance with a lounge that welcomes you right in. Stairway to your right leads up to the fun & entertainment* Plenty of games to enjoy INCLUDING DDR! (iykyk*) Bowling lanes are dimly lit to set the vibe. Drink and snack menu provided with great options. Passed the bowling are more interactive games to play and a Large sit down bar, which has Plenty of screens to watch live games. You can also kick back on the comfy sofas there too* Great place for a date, a function or just a great time.“