A favorite congregation place of the Davis Square neo-hippie and grunge-cum-intellectual crowd, this charming Toscanini's-owned coffeehouse is a refreshing change from the sterile, corporate environment of the nearby Starbucks. Decorated in elementary-school watercolors with black-and-white photography, Someday Cafe is like a reassuringly cushy living room in which to sip your java ($1.50-4). Snacks like chocolate chip cookies and ice-cream sandwiches ($3.50) sustain patrons in for the long-haul. Toscanini's ice cream $3-5.25. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Antonia's captures the essence of all that is “cute.” Overlooking Davis Square, this cozy Italian Bistro sets the tone for a quiet, romantic evening on the town. A favorite among Davis locals, Antonia's offers a tasty and afforable menu, with options that cater to all tastes. The appetizers include the crowd favorite fried calamari ($7.45), as well as Antonia's Salad ($6), a specialty salad of chicken cutlet, mozzarella, basil, and roast pepper. Choose among the wide assortment of entrees, though the linguine frutti d'mare ($15) and alla matriciana ($9) come highly recommended. Diners on the go can enjoy a range of hot and cold subs ($4-6). Entrees $8-16. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Open since April 2009, Boston Burger Company has burst onto the Davis Sq. scene offering some of the best burgers around. Currently there are 22 types of burgers and a huge variety of toppings to choose from along with your choice of cole slaw or beans. Also, included in the wide range of burgers are 11 different types of fries, a good selection of non-burger sandwiches, appetizers, wings and salads. If you think you can handle it, try their famous Artery Clogger. A juicy 8 oz burger beer battered and deep fried, then smothered in BBQ sauce and topped with bacon and American cheese. Whether dining-in or taking out, you'll fall in love with the Boston Burger Co., The Best Burgers in Boston! Boston Globe Restaurant Review Thrillist Restaurant Review NECN TV Diner Video Review

This popular college hangout serves above-average pizza pies and pitchers of beer, Mike’s Restaurant is in the heart of Somerville’s thriving Davis Square scene. Because of its location (on the corner of Elm Street and Highland Avenue) and wide, open windows, Mike’s is the perfect spot for people watching. It’s also a great place to catch a Red Sox or Patriots game with your group of buddies.

Right across the street from the Somerville Theatre, this new Japanese joint boasts sushi on the cheap. For $5.95, you can fill up on rice and entrée during lunch. While their sushi is average to above average, Taipei Tokyo scores big points for their spring rolls and overall ambience.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill is one of Davis Square’s new kids on the block. There’s an obvious Californian influence at this hipster restaurant—ranging from its art deco-style décor to its minimalist menu. When compared to Anna’s Taqueria, the food doesn’t measure up. And, gasp, they don’t even have quesadillas. If style over substance is your thing, Chiptole is right up your alley.

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Known as the best juice and smoothie bar around, this hopping street-corner wonder is perfect for vegetarians and health food junkies and a gem for anyone with a taste for gourmet. Cheerful yellow and blue walls, red wooden chairs, and dangling whiteboard menus add to an atmosphere as fresh and fun as the food. Delicious steak, chicken, and veggie wraps (grilled portabella and onion $5.75) make the Wrap's conventional selection pale in comparison. The fresh juices ($2.25-3.50) will prove to any skeptic that wheat grass and cucumbers do in fact make good thirst quenchers, and the smoothies ($4) are just as tasty. Arrive before 11:30am M-F and before 1pm Sa-Su for their huevos rancheros wrap and other breakfast items (pancakes $4.50-5.25). Panini sandwiches $5-6, salads $3.25-5.75, wraps $4.50-5.75. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Typical Chinese delivery/take-out spot in Davis Square. Dragon Garden offers cheap Mandarin-style cuisine coupled with Americanized fare like chicken wings and pork strips. Great lunch specials for only $3.75. Try their beef with broccoli or their Kung Pao chicken.