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4.5 (45 reviews)
Closed • 4:30 pm - 9:30 PM

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Halva Ice Cream Sundae
Tessa L.

Halva Ice Cream Sundae - 1/5 - the taste of the brittle did not pair well with the ice cream Coconut Lime Kataifi - 2/5 - savory, but a dessert? It was an interesting experience to eat. Really cool atmosphere as its a place of learning and a restaurant. There's a small lounge area with books off to the side of the dining area. The dining area is spacious and lively. Went late on a busy night, but was lucky enough to get seated within 15 minutes as those on the waitlist ahead of us cancelled. We were hoping to just grab dessert. Unfortunately, I would not recommend. Service was good. Our server was quick to take our order and polite. When there was a mistake on our bill he quickly amended it and fixed the issue. There's ample street parking available near the restaurant that is only a short walk away.

Salmon pate with bagel chips
Tamar L.

Our family group chat is all abuzz with talk of the Lehrhaus. A kosher restaurant in our neighborhood! It's a mechayeh! The concept, the menu, the design, the execution, everything about it is giving us nachas. Love that the menu weaves influences together from throughout the Jewish world. Having a room for studying and learning really brings that Jewish atmosphere. Yet it's not haimishe; it's beautifully classy, stylish, which is impressive. Reports on the food: Vegetarian chopped liver was exceptional. Indian spiced fritters were tasty. Amba flavored vinegar and schug aioli livened up the fish and chips; the chips were large cuts that tasted richly of potato. The chef came out and gave some chopped liver to take home. So nice! We're kvelling.

love shak, day of rest (front), bloc party
Julianne C.

lehrhaus is an absolute GEM tucked away in somerville, boston. i only stopped by for dessert and drinks, but everything was so delicious. the entire menu regularly rotates and is curated by the staff based on in season produce or holidays. the chocolate pave was my favorite - it was decadent but also not too sweet, with dates and cacao nibs. the homemade ice cream was also phenomenal. additionally, i highly recommend the drinks! the lehrhaus staff are all exceptionally friendly and hospitable. the interior is a super cute vibe and they also have educational classes and programs for the community. overall, lehrhaus is a must-visit if you are in boston! i'm already looking forward to my next time there!

Bloc Party
Aya R.

Dining method: Actually came for a learning session (and a drink)! Item(s) ordered: Bloc Party cocktail Value: the price was right! The Review: As soon as I stepped foot into Lehrhaus, I knew that I was in a very special place. The decor is perfectly modern, yet with antique touches and Jewish memorabilia ranging from photos of families from the old country, to other cultural items. Including a Lactaid gumball machine down the stairs LOL. In addition to the impeccable detail in their decor, the staff were very sweet and welcoming. The menu items are diverse, spanning many different Jewish cultures from Sephardic to Ashkenazi and more. The learning session was led by a professor of Jewish Studies from Brandeis and was very well-done, for only having an hour to learn and discuss. This place immediately felt like a safe, inclusive, and beautiful space for the Jewish community and appreciators alike. I hope you will find this spot just as wonderful!

Library
Qandeel T.

The dishes we tried here were quite good (Fish and chips and the ice cream sundae). I was very excited to see that it was also a Jewish center for learning and expected to see a wide range of Jewish authors covered in their collection. However, they conveniently missed out on one of the most cited Jewish authors (Chomsky - who ironically taught a couple miles from this restaurant for decades) along with a bunch of other excellent authors such as Ilan Pappe, Norman Finkelstein etc. Seems like they are trying to cater to only a section of the Jewish diaspora here, not the whole spectrum. A place touting to be an intellectual house of learning shouldn't have such blatant bias.

Poutine

I've been here 3x now, and can say this restaurant is such a unique experience. The food is creative and always delicious, you can tell the chef that makes it (that you can always see and they walk around) is passionate about their food. The servers are always kind and take the time to help us get a group photo or help us decide the perfect food choice. It's also always busy, so reservations are also a must, although they always try their best to accommodate walk ins. Very calm and studious vibes from the decor and the events. Must try the fish and chips, poutine, and chocolate budino!

Todd L.

Simultaneously cozy and trendy Jewish-themed bar with a unique menu of bites and cocktails. Very warm service. I especially enjoyed how the menu explains its inspirations so you can really learn about the history behind the different flavors and their connections to the Jewish culture. Fish and chips were solid and I enjoyed the pairing with the spicy aioli. Would definitely like to come back to try more drinks and the other foods - the Reuben looked delicious! I'm hoping they add more entrees to their menu, as at the moment they are more bar bites or appetizers rather than full meals. Cute spot for a small group of friends or a date!

Dafina so fine rum drink. Amazing!
Howard W.

Lehrhaus is a new restaurant in Somerville that is a tavern mixed with a Jewish House of Learning. It is absolutely incredible and was truly a joy to go to. My father and I went on a Wednesday night and by the time we left (around 7:45), the place was just getting more crowded. Not so crowded that you didn't want to be there, but the good kind of hustle and bustle crowdedness that lets you know people WANT to be there. I am not the most experimental eater, but you kind of have to be at Lehrhaus. (Hence the sign telling you to teach your tongue to say "I don't know") I'm so glad I tried things out, because everything was delicious. The restaurant is pescatarian, and even though I don't eat fish (allergic), there was plenty else to eat. The alcoholic drinks are so creative and wild, and again I was glad I tried the "Dafina so fine" because it was a fantastic rum drink. All the food was really good! The atmosphere/vibe of the place was relaxing, casual, and friendly. Every member of the staff was helpful and welcoming. My food allergies were proactively asked about and when they suggested a dessert, they remembered them and reassured me of the ingredients. Adding to the atmosphere, there was a room full of incredible books. I could totally see myself sitting down and just browsing through the books for hours on end. My only non-glowing comment is that I wish it was also open for breakfast/brunch foods. Coffee/tea, pastries, bagels, bourekas would all be great and even further encourage me (and others) to sit and read and write and work and discuss. Ok. It's still a glowing comment. The place was just that good! If you're looking for a great restaurant in Somerville (near Cambridge), check out Lehrhaus. If you're interested in good food and a chance to get some Jewish learning, you HAVE to go!

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Ari F.

First of all: I felt immediately at home at this wonderful bar/house of learning. The food is amazing! The herring tartine had just the right amount of spice to herring salty ratio. The very delicious beet "Reuben" was satisfying. I had four of their cocktails - one more delicious than the next. If you get the fries get them with the amba tahini. It is required, sorry I don't make the rules. And then I sat in a cool area and learned about Jewish mysticism. What's not to love??

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3 years ago

Extremely creative place with fantastic food and drinks. Fun vibrant atmosphere. Service is attentive and helpful.

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3 years ago

All I can say is that this place is unique down to the smallest detail. Menu is imaginative and food and drink exquisite. Try it!

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Tall Order - Firecracker Tofu

Tall Order

4.8(24 reviews)
0.2 mi

Great for drinks, okay for food! We visited Tall Order on a Saturday evening, having made a…read morereservation in advance. The interior was dimly lit with exposed brick walls and sports on the TV screens. For drinks, I chose the 1, 2, 3, 4 mocktail. This was one of the best mocktails of my life! The refreshing early grey really balanced out the tangy mango cold foam with tajin. They had a substantial non-alc and low ABV menu, which I love to see. For food, we ordered a bunch of plates to eat family-style. Our server had recommended the Pickled Mushrooms, which I thought were just alright. My favorite item was the Burrata with gooseberries, and the Caramelized Onion Dip was pretty good, as well. I was really unimpressed with the Fried Polenta, which had the skimpiest topping of braised short ribs. Service was good overall, but our drinks kept getting bussed before we were finished with them, which was unfortunate. Overall though, a good experience!

Four of us went to Tall Order around 7 pm on a Saturday for drinks and apps, and it was exactly…read morewhat we were hoping for. The vibe is cozy and welcoming--no-frills décor, but thoughtfully laid out with a nice mix of low tables, high tops, and a long, inviting bar. It was fairly empty at first but became more lively as people trickled in. The staff really stood out, especially our server Sarah, who was warm, knowledgeable, and took the time to walk us through both the food and cocktail options without rushing us. As an extra touch, Chef Steve came out to our table to chat and describe a few of the dishes, which made the experience feel personal. Food highlights: * Firecracker tofu - perfectly fried cubes tossed in a hot-sweet Korean-style sauce; addictive. * Grilled broccoli - smoky, well-seasoned * Butternut squash soup - smooth and flavorful, elevated by roasted, ground squash seeds and a subtle curry note. * Polenta with short ribs - rich and balanced. * Smoked bluefish pâté - excellent texture though a little salty for my taste. Drinks: * Also Fancy - bright and fruity, but not overly sweet. * St. Peter's Bay - think mezcal meets Old Fashioned. * Bonus points: I asked for a custom gin gimlet, and the bartender delivered a fresh, mint-forward version that was amazing. Tall Order is a great neighborhood spot that's doing everything right. We'll absolutely be back.

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Tall Order - Inside of Tall Order from our table. By 11pm on a Friday night it was still buzzing though not packed to the brim

Inside of Tall Order from our table. By 11pm on a Friday night it was still buzzing though not packed to the brim

Tall Order - Firecracker Tofu

Firecracker Tofu

Tall Order - Outside of Tall Order on Beacon St

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Outside of Tall Order on Beacon St

Nook - Interior

Nook

4.5(26 reviews)
0.5 mi

My friend found this spot online and suggested we check it out, and I'm so glad we did. When we…read morearrived, I did not expect to find an entire courtyard filled with shops and restaurants tucked behind this little alleyway. It was such a cute hidden area, and I was already excited before we even got to the place. We headed upstairs into the bar, and the vibe was perfect. It's small, cozy, dimly lit, with vibey music playing. Since it was our first time, we were a little confused at first, but the waiter was super kind and walked us through everything. I ordered the Elly the Elephant and my friend got the Laughing Gull, and we both really enjoyed our drinks. One thing I thought was really nice is that they allow you to grab food from the surrounding restaurants and bring it in to eat there. We didn't end up doing that, but we did get the charcuterie board they had. It came with cheeses, crackers, and some fruit, and you can add meats for $10, which we opted out for. I will say I was a little disappointed by the fruit portion. The menu mentioned fresh fruit, so I expected more than three thin orange slices and one sliced strawberry. HOWEVER, when I asked for more strawberries, our waiter kindly brought out a whole bowl for me, which I really appreciated. We stayed for about two hours, and as the night went on the place definitely got more crowded, so we headed out. Overall, this is such a cute and cozy cocktail bar. I'll definitely be back when the weather is warmer to try the other drinks and restaurants in the market.

I can't believe I've never been to Bow Market before but I will definitely be back! So many hidden…read moregems. Stores, cocktail lounges, restaurants, etc. It's also lit up very nicely at night. So fun! I'd imagine it's poppin in the summer/on a warm night. I just went to Nook (located upstairs once you're in Bow Market) and it's such a vibe! They've got an extensive drink menu, a couch area to lounge on, high tables and bar seating, cool interior design, and dim lighting. I mean the ambiance is there. Highly recommend the fruity drink! I forget the exact name but the bartender suggested it to me, and it was from the "West" menu page.

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Nook - Smokey delight

Smokey delight

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Darling - Noodles with veg

Darling

4.4(57 reviews)
1.1 mi•Central Square
•$$$

Had such a fun girls catch up at darling in Cambridge! Best restaurant I've tried in a while…read more Lively mysterious vibes, creative drinks, and good food! The colossal shrimp was my favorite - massive and grilled to perfection. The dumplings were my friend's favorite. We both enjoyed our drinks especially the "hope I packed a parachute" which was topped with taro foam! Will be coming back for a date night and to try the HK french toast cocktail for sure. Make sure to snag a reservation early :)

I've been looking forward to trying Darling for a while, and I see why everyone is raving about it!…read moreThey had an interesting and varied drink menu, with combinations and ingredients I hadn't seen before. It was hard to choose one, but I got the A Perfect Circle and it was quite tasty. I'm eager to try some of their other drinks, since the cocktails were definitely the highlight of the experience for me. The dim sum portions were larger than I expected, which meant we ordered way too much food. We had the fried chicken, the cucumber salad, the shrimp, the pork wontons, the soy sauce noodles, the daikon/enoki dish (I forget the name) and the charred broccoli. There wasn't anything I didn't like, but I did find that the flavor profile seemed very similar for many of the items--it seemed like most things were topped with a generous portion of chili oil, scallions, and sesame seeds. I found that this contributed to a fairly uniform flavor experience and was getting a little weary of chili oil after several dishes. The food was also spicier than I anticipated (though to be fair, I have a low spice tolerance, so others might disagree.) I would have enjoyed some less spicy options to balance out our meal. Overall, all the food was good, though, but I think if I come back I'd get fewer items (3-4 would have been plenty for 2 people) and that might also help with everything blurring together. The service was great and our waitstaff was helpful and attentive.

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Darling
Darling - Jumbo shrimp

Jumbo shrimp

Darling - Five Amaro Julep - ok, taste like a regular tiki drink.

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Five Amaro Julep - ok, taste like a regular tiki drink.

Wusong Road - Summer Rolls Shrimp (gf)

Wusong Road

4.2(449 reviews)
0.9 mi•Harvard Square
•$$

We came to wusong road on a trip up to Boston after getting the recommendation from a friend who…read morecomes here every time they visit. Funny enough when we visited my friend was also in town that weekend and by happenstance we happened to get to the restaurant at the same time. I would definitely make reservations because I did not realize you would need a reservation for a Wednesday night, but we did. Luckily we were able to give our name and they had a cancellation and were able to be seated within 20 to 30 minutes. The upstairs is pretty cool. I really like the decor. One of my favorites was these monkey lamps they had. The food was pretty good and we had gotten a slider for my son which basically filled him up. My wife and I split a poo poo platter and got an appetizer and that was enough for us. The drinks were really good. We had gotten a few to try. I like my first one and really enjoyed my second one. I asked the waitress for a recommendation and she made one and then when we went for our second round she did say she was new to the job so I went with something I knew I would like. They also sell some of their mugs which is a cool bonus. If your into tiki drinks definitely pick up a wusong road branded mug when you stop by. We got two.

Fusion mostly done well. Especially liked the chicken skewer, lotus dumplings, fried rice, and the…read moremeat in the beef noodles (though the noodles were more meh). The misses weren't that bad either, just not to my taste, mostly in the direction of too sweet. I enjoyed the mugs that the drinks are served in, but the drinks were pretty sweet (even the ones rated as less sweet). An experience for sure!

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Wusong Road - Interior

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Wusong Road - Baos (crispy queso chichuahua & katsu chicken)

Baos (crispy queso chichuahua & katsu chicken)

Wusong Road - Bao - Cha Siu Pork Belly

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