This is some of the better fried chicken that I've had in the Boston area. I ordered the combo that…read morecame with wings and drumsticks. Despite this being a delivery order that annoyingly took more than an hour in transit, the chicken was still crispy and the sauce that was on it was absolutely delicious. It had some spice and a little bit of sweetness. The dipping sauce that it comes with is pretty good too, but the chicken really doesn't need it. The macaroni and cheese is far from spectacular, but it's not terrible either. One of the more amusing aspects is that they give you a pair of plastic gloves to wear when you eat your chicken. It seemed odd at first, but eating a bunch of fried wings and drumsticks with your hands is kind of messy... so, it cuts down on the number of times that you need to wash your hands. An odd but nice touch. The chicken is worth the price of admission. At some point, I'll try their tenders or a sandwich. If I lived closer to this place, I would probably eat there way too much.

Is it good? Who knows? I couldn't even order because their order touchscreen wouldn't get past the…read morefirst option. Zero customer service.

Machu Picchu, a well-known Peruvian restaurant in Somerville, has opened a budget-friendly branch…read morespecializing in roast chicken. The roast chicken was indeed good, but the other dishes were a bit lacking. 1/4 Dark: This is the lower-end option, while the white one is the upper-end. The chicken thigh meat was roasted until tender and juicy, easily falling off the bone with a fork; unfortunately, the skin was also soft and a bit too salty. Fries: The fries were piping hot, but without any seasoning, which detracted from their appeal. The restaurant offers three dipping sauces: yellow/green sauce and white dressing, which tasted essentially the same as yellow mustard mayonnaise, Thousand Island dressing, and regular mayonnaise--the flavors were actually quite similar.

Yummy yummy chicken! Yes, please!…read more I was craving juicy chicken so decided to stop by for dinner with my boyfriend. We have been wanting to try this place for a while so we were excited to check it out. The restaurant is nice with plenty of seating for big and small groups. You order at the counter and they bring your food to you at your table. We decided to share 1/2 a chicken with a small side of beans and large side of french fries. If you order a side you get a free side salad so that was a nice surprise. We also wanted to try their chicha morada which is a typical Peruvian style drink. The drink was nice and sugary and tasted like hibiscus ice tea. When the chicken came out it smelled really good! Everything was nice and hot and we couldn't wait to dig in! I am a french frie lover and I think these were the best fries I have ever had in Boston!! They were thick, crispy, and perfectly salted and I couldn't get enough of them! The pinto beans were also very good and tasted authentic! It reminded me of my mom's cooking which is a compliment. The chicken was the star of the show. It was very juicy and tender and very well seasoned. The meat litterly melted off the bone and I was quickly devouring it. I think 1/2 a chicken to share was enough for the both of us since we had a huge pile of french fries to finish. We really enjoyed our meal and will definitely be back for some good chicken!

I was craving some soul food in the Boston area and I found The Coast Cafe on tik tok. Let's just…read moresay I was super happy I did! This place is super cozy with delicious food in Cambridge. I got the mixed chicken plate with Mac n cheese and candied yams. The chicken was very good--fried very well with great seasoning, a crispy exterior, and juicy interior. The Mac was very gooey and cheesy. And the yams were excellent as well. I thought the texture of the yams was near perfect--not too hard but not too soft and mushy either. Also not overly sweet. I also felt like the price was very fair. A lot of times, similar entrees can cost near $30, but this was just over $20 which was super reasonable especially for the quality. The staff was very kind and friendly as well. Keep in mind that the interior is quite small, so plan ahead on whether you're going to eat inside or take it to go. But overall I'd recommend this to anyone in the area, and I'd love to go back!

I ordered from Coast Cafe expecting something special given all the awards and recognition--but…read morethis was a major letdown and honestly felt like a waste of money. Let's start with the "Jamaican" patties. These were not patties. They were empanada-style, lacking the flaky crust, seasoning, and depth you expect from a true Jamaican beef or chicken patty. At $5 each, that's not just disappointing--it feels misleading. Then the soul food. This is where it really fell apart. The chicken was dry, under-seasoned, and surprisingly small--more like an afterthought than a centerpiece. Soul food should be rich, flavorful, and comforting. This wasn't! The greens were another miss. No depth, no richness, and completely lacking the traditional pot liquor that gives them their signature flavor. It felt like a stripped-down version of what should be a staple dish.The only bright spot was the candied yams--they actually had flavor and were enjoyable. What's frustrating is the gap between reputation and experience. When a place has awards and hype, you expect authenticity, quality, and consistency. This didn't deliver on any of that. Overall, I wouldn't return. There are too many places doing this food the right way to spend money here again.

Came for dinner with my friends on a Sunday. We were seated right away. We decided to start out…read morewith some Mac n cheese egg rolls- which were great and held us over until our burgers came out. Two of us got the roots burger- bacon, jalapeños, cheese sauce, tater tots and the usual burger toppings. Love the toppings and the flavor combo. The burger itself was ok. I've definitely had better but it wasn't bad. It's silly they're served with chips and baked beans or Cole slaw instead of fries. Really didn't end up needing either in the end barely finished my burger. The milkshake was a good finisher I took most of it home and finished it later on but it as a good milkshake. And they have really extra milkshakes that have like three in one dessert vibes lol. They sound good in theory but it's a lot. Overall a decent burger place in Boston!

A must-try burger place for burger enthusiasts! This is a very casual but solid spot to grab a…read moreburger, with a very extensive menu and lots of combos for everyone's taste. I LOVED my gravy train burger- the cheese curds were thick, salty, and had a nice bite and smothered in gravy with a thick patty. Our service was great too! Super welcoming workers and shout out to our waiter Ryan. He was really friendly and I couldn't be happier with our experience. A cozy spot in Davis Square, and it has me already thinking of my next burger!

Super impressed by the food! The party wings were smoky and topped with a honey glaze. The pit crew…read morewas a surprising amount of food and perfect for two people to share. The fries had a house seasoning on top, and was a great side. We got the ribs and brisket- both were great, and super flavorful. The brisket was super tender and especially delicious! The bacony collard greens were a little sour and bitter- not everyone's cup of tea. The workers were super friendly and had a great energy! I loved the seating as well, and there's a ton of tables/booths inside.

We visited Assembly Row in Somerville today and were in the mood for barbecue. The place was clean…read moreand well kept, and we were immediately greeted and seated by friendly staff. Our waiter was very nice and attentive. He made sure we had everything we needed without over crowding us. I ordered the burnt end sandwich. It was very good and came with plenty of food - I definitely didn't finish everything. My wife got a hot dog & my daughter got the chicken Caesar sandwich - both were also excellent. The standout here was the cost. Give the style of food and the area we were in, I was expecting to pay quite a bit more for 3 people to have lunch. Their prices are extremely reasonable. We will definitely make this a regular stop when we visit the area in the future.

parked nearby in the city parking lot…read more stopped by for take out. put in an order for whole duck. the restaurant has chairs but no tables. the service is friendly. the chicken is really good. the breading is crispy. the meat is tender. the staff kept the box that held the fried chicken open to keep things crispy. will return.

I visited the place given that its got rave reviews. Unfortunately, I was utterly disappointed. The…read moreplace was only carryout, which is fine. The food, however, was disappointing. We had the chicken gangjeong half/half (hahaha flavor/ soy garlic). I have had a lot of korean fried chicken, and this ranks among the worst. The chicken didn't have the crisp you would expect from korean fried chicken. It was leaning towards the soggier side. What was even worse was that the soy garlic and the hahaha flavors did nothing for us. The flavors were bland and just straight up sweet. The soy garlic didn't have the punch of garlic or the umami and saltiness of the soy sauce. The hahaha flavor was simultaneously incomprehensible and unsatisfying. All in all, this place was a disappointment.

A typical burger place that's part of the galleria food court area. The service is quick as I…read moreordered a truffle burger with no onions and truffle Parm fries. It's similar to a smash burger as the burger gets smashed as it's cooked. The burger was good and the egg is perfectly cooked as Sunnyside up. The egg was runny and the burger comes with a few pickles on the side. The fries had great truffle Parm flavor, but lacked in crispiness. The portions are a good size and enough to fill you up. It satisfied the burger craving and I would return again to try a different burger. There's plenty of seating in the food court, so take your pick and eat up!

You might as well just go to BK! One burger will come out…read moreto $16 with NO FRIES included! Burger is extremely mid and was very wet at the bottom! First and last time I'll be here super trash !

I don't have time to write a longer review right now, but this place F**ks!…read more Such reasonable prices for the city. Food is fast and tasty. Need more places like this around.

I ordered from here via a catering service during the work week for lunch. Because of this I can't…read morespeak on the ambiance of the place, but I can talk to the food. I ordered the teriyaki chicken which was great! Generous portions, and the chicken especially was outstanding! There were other options on the menu as well, but I'd probably stick with the chicken again.