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My wife and I are bordering on blindness and made a trip to this family-owned business on a friend's recommendation. We received the most thorough eye exam either of us have ever received. We ordered the requisite contacts, and my wife decided to get new glasses as well. I was a bit jealous, as they had a ton of stylish frames. The service was great, providing her with advice on what styles would work best with the face and prescription. She loves the frames she went with, and I'll probably go back myself to get frames out of envy. Definitely recommend this place.
I'm pretty a pretty laid back traveler, so $15 for a ride to NYC and free internet does it for me. The BoltBus is cheaper that the other options and has everything I need. The newer buses are a bit more dependable for internet and outlets, but my general advice is to get there early and make sure you get a seat with an outlet for max enjoyment.
The estimated trip can vary a bit by driver. I've gotten in early, and I've gotten in 45 minutes late (during rush hour). So, make sure you pad your arrival time a bit, especially during rush hour.
The estimated trip can vary a bit by driver. I've gotten in early, and I've gotten in 45 minutes late (during rush hour). So, make sure you pad your arrival time a bit, especially during rush hour.
899 Main St
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 491-5877
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 491-5877
Toscanini's Ice Cream
Categories:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt,
Coffee & Tea
Neighborhood: Central Square
This review is the least I can do after spending a lot of time there taking advantage of their free wireless. The place has a great vibe, good music and is ideal for anyone that wants to get some work done without feeling like they are working. Plus they have homemade ice cream.
12 Springfield St
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 876-1374
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 876-1374
Olecito
Category:
Mexican
Neighborhood: Inman Square
This review is way overdue. I've been meaning to write one for a few months, and in that time I have managed to go here about 100 times. When Ole opened a Olecito right in my neighborhood, I knew my life would change for the better.
I wish I could say I have tried something here besides the burritos, but I can't. Every time I come in with the intention of trying something different, the lure of the burritos are just too tempting. There is not enough authentic Mexican food in the Boston area, making this place a beacon of glory to anyone that enjoys a good Mexican-American meal. I prefer my burritos with pinto beans, the refried beans they have here will work just as well. And make sure you get the hot sauce.
I wish I could say I have tried something here besides the burritos, but I can't. Every time I come in with the intention of trying something different, the lure of the burritos are just too tempting. There is not enough authentic Mexican food in the Boston area, making this place a beacon of glory to anyone that enjoys a good Mexican-American meal. I prefer my burritos with pinto beans, the refried beans they have here will work just as well. And make sure you get the hot sauce.
92 Hampshire St
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 354-0766
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 354-0766
B-Side Lounge - CLOSED
Categories:
American (New),
Lounges
Neighborhood: Kendall Square/MIT
I've honestly only been here once, but on hearing that it's closing, I felt I needed to write a review while they're still open.
This place feels strangely like a 50s diner, except updated and with an impressive cocktail menu and much better patrons. This isn't a typical Boston bar, which makes it better than almost any other bar I've been too in the area. It has a gritty, retro feel and generally features some of the best crowds of Cambridge. I would get drunk here any time.
This place feels strangely like a 50s diner, except updated and with an impressive cocktail menu and much better patrons. This isn't a typical Boston bar, which makes it better than almost any other bar I've been too in the area. It has a gritty, retro feel and generally features some of the best crowds of Cambridge. I would get drunk here any time.
I've been bringing my Honda here for a bit over a year. I've had a few small things over the last year -- new tires, muffler replacements -- and they have completed the repairs in less than a day and without lingering problems. Hondar House doesn't "find" additional repairs that end up being unnecessary, as many shops do and hey have always been very good at explaining the repairs they are making and why.
For me, the ultimate test was that I once asked them to take a quick look at my car for any other issues while it was getting a new set of tires. For most shops, this is an invitation to screw you over, especially with an older car like mine. Hondar House came back and said I had nothing else to worry about, beyond the 30,000 mile tune-up that's I'd have to do in the next year.
I'd recommend this place to anyone with a Honda.
For me, the ultimate test was that I once asked them to take a quick look at my car for any other issues while it was getting a new set of tires. For most shops, this is an invitation to screw you over, especially with an older car like mine. Hondar House came back and said I had nothing else to worry about, beyond the 30,000 mile tune-up that's I'd have to do in the next year.
I'd recommend this place to anyone with a Honda.
25 Bow St
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 628-2151
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 628-2151
The Neighborhood Restaurant
Categories:
Bakeries,
Breakfast & Brunch
I decided to try this place out after reading the stellar reviews on Yelp. I really didn't know what to expect, but this place is the truth.
We were able to get onto the patio after just a short wait. They had coffee and muffins while we waited for tables to open up. We knew we'd made a good choice when the first three groups groups of people walked out talking about how amazing the place was.
Once seated, we were immediately given orange juice, coffee, fruit and cream of wheat, before even ordering anything. The menu was possibly the largest breakfast menu I had ever seen and the food was cheap, especially considering the sheer volume. For about $8, I got two large pieces of french toast, two eggs and hash browns. To the detriment of my health, I finished it all.
So..I recommend this place to anyone that enjoys eating large amounts of breakfast on a gorgeous patio.
We were able to get onto the patio after just a short wait. They had coffee and muffins while we waited for tables to open up. We knew we'd made a good choice when the first three groups groups of people walked out talking about how amazing the place was.
Once seated, we were immediately given orange juice, coffee, fruit and cream of wheat, before even ordering anything. The menu was possibly the largest breakfast menu I had ever seen and the food was cheap, especially considering the sheer volume. For about $8, I got two large pieces of french toast, two eggs and hash browns. To the detriment of my health, I finished it all.
So..I recommend this place to anyone that enjoys eating large amounts of breakfast on a gorgeous patio.
After moving to Boston from the west coast, one of the most frustrating experiences was finding a decent place to get a haircut. It's tough for a guy to find a place that actually adapts to your preference, rather than just force their specialty buzz cut or fade on you. I went through mediocre haircuts from four different places before following Yelpers here.
Two haircuts in, I'm pretty happy with this place. Umberto cuts my hair and remembered me and the style as soon as a walked in a second time. At $25, it feels like a steal. I'd recommend this place to any guy that has even the slightest interest in style.
Two haircuts in, I'm pretty happy with this place. Umberto cuts my hair and remembered me and the style as soon as a walked in a second time. At $25, it feels like a steal. I'd recommend this place to any guy that has even the slightest interest in style.
This place is kind of like two bars.
There's the front section, which is divey, has cheap pitchers, free popcorn and bartenders who seem like have been working there for more than a couple years. It's mellow, laid back and rarely gets too crowded.
And there's the back, which also has cheap pitchers and that divey feel, but is packed during karaoke nights and has a huge catalog of songs. The crowd is always cool and the bartenders generally seem to have a good time, periodically jumping on stage for a song. I swear they're more intoxicated than some of their patrons by the end of the night.
There's the front section, which is divey, has cheap pitchers, free popcorn and bartenders who seem like have been working there for more than a couple years. It's mellow, laid back and rarely gets too crowded.
And there's the back, which also has cheap pitchers and that divey feel, but is packed during karaoke nights and has a huge catalog of songs. The crowd is always cool and the bartenders generally seem to have a good time, periodically jumping on stage for a song. I swear they're more intoxicated than some of their patrons by the end of the night.
236 Elm St
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 666-3900
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 666-3900
Anna's Taqueria
Category:
Mexican
Neighborhood: Davis Square
Don't get me wrong. The burritos here aren't really that good, but given the limited Mexican options in the Boston area, they somehow get two stars. In a lot of other cities, they'd be lucky to get one.
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10 Useful, 5 Funny, and 7 Cool
Location
Cambridge, MA
Yelping SinceMarch 2008
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