It’s that time of the day, or the week, and you’re looking for that foodie fix only your tummy can be satisfied with. You’re bound to have the munchies after you visit one of these neighborhood dispensaries in your area but before the munchies settle, you have to make some decisions about where you’re going to eat afterwards.
Don’t worry, we’ve done the hard work and made a list of 5 delicious food spots you can trust will appease your enhanced appetite.
1. Sofra
Sofra is a larger-than-life-hole-in-the-wall bakery in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood of West Cambridge. It sits next to Star Market and the Kush Groove Cannabis Dispensary, and is directly across the street from the Mt. Auburn Cemetery. You’ll want to stop in for any of their baked specialty goods: morning buns, olive oil cake, strawberry shortcake bun and so much more.
2. Sarma
Sarma is part of the family of restaurants that Sofra is apart of the so the food quality standard is the same. Sarma however is an evening tapas restaurant in Somerville, MA that has been rated as the Best Restaurant in Boston for several years. Get your reservations early, it can take up to 2 months to book. The food here is out of the world, all of it.
3. Viale
If you like Italian style fare in the square, this in the place to be. Viale has an amazing menu of great tasting, 5 star dishes, as well as down to earth dishes that are accessible to the average Joe. Bartender Shauna R. will pour you the best glass of wine, on top of the best service this side of the Mississippi.
4.La Fabrica
If you like Latin style cuisine in the square, then this is where you need to be. La Frabrica, owned by proprietor Dennis Benzan, is an all-in-one bar, restaurant and nightclub with live music and a spot on Latin Caribbean inspired menu. Plato fuertos are an option, or you can opt for smaller bites, like the fried chicken bites or empanadas. Either way, you can’t go wrong.
5. Iggy’s Bakery
Looking for something quick, tasty and on the go? Iggy’s bakery is the choice. It’s right next to a dispensary in Cambridge so its hard to miss. It’s even harder to resist when your inhaling the aroma of fresh baked bread by the kilo. Cookies, croissants, bagels and more, if you’re looking for something quick and tasty, Iggy’s is the place. Be on the look out for their new retail location in West Cambridge, off of Huron Ave.
Been to any of these spots? What’s your take? Let us know in the comments.
