Diesel Cafe
257 Elm St, Somerville
(617) 629-8717
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Super cute café, and reasonably priced for the portion sizes. 😊 I tried the orange blossom latte and the citrus flavor was super, super subtle!
Found this cafe by accident while food shopping in Davis Square. Happy to know they offer a vegan club sandwich. I must say it is the most tasty, satisfying and substantial vegan sandwich I have ever had. I also ordered the vegan pumpkin loaf. The atmosphere, staff and food were great! An unexpected find in Davis Square.
Tasty bagel special and drinks
This is the best cafe in Davis. The coffee, bagels, matcha, croissants, and breakfast sandwiches are all either very good, or flat-out unmatched nearby. Nowhere else is so consistently high quality across a large range of food and drink options.
The atmosphere is fun for sure...if it were a full service diner or a bar/dessert place I think it would be better suited.
For how many questions the cashier asked THEN how many questions you had to answer on the register after you paid...tip, donation, email, first born child...
The food was quite underwhelming. I got the Joplin (chicken Sausage, egg, cheese on focaccia. The focaccia was more like a sourdough. Tasty I suppose but not what I expected. The egg and sausage patties were less than stellar and as another user said...i could have made a better sandwich with my costco supply of ingredients at home (specifically a fresh egg).
My partner got the Elm sandwich (a turkey club). Tasty overall, but the bread wasn't toasted (same sourdough/focaccia situation) and the bacon wasn't fully cooked, which made for a very chewy bite. The turkey however was very tasty as was the chipotle mayo.
The drip coffee wasn't our taste. (but would be great for those who enjoy a more sour light roast with fruity/tangy notes). The espresso in the iced latte was actually quite good!
One thing that really bothered me was that there were no trash cans to be found. Next to the coffee station (straws, sugar, milk etc.) was a busser cart that was overflowing with not only dishes, but garbage. Plastic cups, napkins, paper, etc. But then you need a code to use the restroom.
And the cherry on top...NO WIFI ON THE WEEKENDS?! The whole atmosphere of this place is like an internet cafe....without internet!?
I had high hopes...but
No wifi on the weekends! So bold to be a coffee shop with no WiFi...
Funky diner with breakfast/lunch and artisanal coffees. Had the classic breakfast sammich and it was delicious. The coffee was excellent as well (just plain drip). The atmosphere is really neat, it looks like an old soda shop or pharmacy type place from the 60s. Even a pool table and Photo Booth in the back!
As people say, wonderful vibes!! I'm excited to come get a milkshake and try out the photo book. I got the breakfast special sandwich and it was tasty, but some of the bread was burnt black which is perturbing as if that happens one would could just substitute another piece of toast.
Cool vibe. Good coffee. Not great if you need actual food beyond a snack
I got the chai latte with soy milk but it tasted more like chai infused water.
Restaurantji Recommends
Nice sandwich options, some baked goods, oat milk doesn’t cost extra, good portions (food and coffee) Updated from previous review on 2024-10-14
I got the breakfast sandwich with tempeh and tofu. It was pretty good but definitely expensive for what it is. I believe they also have a vegan breakfast burrito. Didn’t see any vegan baked goods.
The taste and quality of the espresso is terrible. Rancid and bitter. There is no Wifi on the weekends. No outlets on the work spaces. I do not recommend this place
I come here specifically for the Spanish lattes! I also ordered the chocolate croissant and it was pretty yummy. Again, giving this 4 stars bc of the lack of friendliness from the baristas. Amazing coffee and very unique coffee spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Croissant
It was really packed so I had to seat at the ice cream bar but it was very enjoyable nonetheless, also the seasonal latte was bomb! Would work from Diesel any time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bakery
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