Diesel Cafe
Somerville, MA 02144-2934
Phone: (617) 629-8717
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- Davis Square
Editorial Review for Diesel Cafe – by Eric Grossman
In Short
Usually filled with lots of Tufts students, lesbians and avid journal-writers, the Diesel is one of Somerville's most popular hangouts. For seating, there's a choice of kitschy restaurant-style booths, regular tables or couches. A spacious, well-designed floor plan means there's plenty of room for everyone--even on busy Sunday afternoons. As for the coffee, those seeking a boost can choose from a section on the menu called High Octane (double the caffeine).
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasDiesel's food menu is vegetarian-friendly; several items rely on hummus as the main ingredient.
User Reviews for Diesel Cafe
08/15/2008 Posted by kchowhound
I have yet to introduce somebody to the Lil Piston sandwich at Diesel Cafe who does not immediately fall in love with it - from prissy girls to football jocks. Amazing. For a little over 8 dollars (yes a pretty expensive sandwich but totally worth it) you can get this AMAZING sandwich with huge chunks of fresh mozarella, mixed greens, delicious pesto, tomato and yummy turkey. It sounds like a typical sandwich but I have not yet been able to find a decent replication anywhere else. The place sometimes uses up certain ingredients before the end of the day, but this is because they would rather serve the freshest ingredients possible, or nothing at all. In college I used to come here and study and sip on some of their delicous free trade coffee. I made the horrible mistake of bringing Starbucks in there once - don't do it. I got yelled at. I wish I could have some Diesel right now!
Pros: Mouth watering sandwich, fun vibe
Cons: A little on the expensive side but totally worth it, parking, only one meat available (turkey)
08/01/2007 Posted by zoechance
Diesel Cafe is not that cheap and it doesn't have much vegan food, but it's got a cozy, welcoming vibe that makes it KICK A$$. I subscribe to their WiFi service ($13/month) and make good use of it - judging by the number of laptops around, so do a slew of others. I dig the comfy couches and the rotating art exhibits, and I like it that various social groups meet in the back corner on different nights, like the knitting klatch and the lesbian single moms. Plus where else can you find a black and white photo booth to commemorate your fine self?? Whoever you are, whatever you want, you'll feel welcome here.
Pros: Great place to study for hours on end
Cons: Gets darn crowded at night
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