Orleans Bar & Restaurant in Davis Square, Somerville, offers a unique fusion of downtown sophistication and neighborhood comfort. We think our restaurant is a gem among Somerville and Cambridge restaurants. A newcomer to Davis Square in Somerville, Orleans has already been recognized for its superb cuisine. Our menu presents an exciting selection of dishes that change seasonally to capture the freshest vegetables,meats and seafood. Our full bar features a casual menu that is equally appealing. And our comfortable couches, low tables, and large windows create the perfect setting to relax, visit with friends, and enjoy a drink before or after dinner. Whether you are in for lunch, dinner, or simply lounging at the bar, Orleans is the ideal place to relax and enjoy the very best of Davis Square. In summertime, enjoy outdoor dining in a small parking lot next door. Every night Wednesday through Saturday, Orleans offers entertainment: Wednesday - down tempo and mellow tunes, Trivia; Thursday & Friday - acoustic; Saturday - house and hip hop; Sunday - ROCK BAND. All NCAA and NFL games shown on the flatscreen TVs.

Johnny D's pulls off a kitsch look with panache—eclectic live music and plenty of neon abound. The spinach, goat cheese, and carmelized onion quesadilla ($8) make for an inventive start. Go out on a limb and try the crispy duck with fingerling potatoes ($17), well accented with a red wine reduction. While the prices are reasonable (appetizers $5-10, entrees $9-17), the true star at Johnny D's is the music. Since 1969, some of the best folk, blues, and country musicians have been found here. A voluminous jazz brunch offers all the more reason to come by on a weekend afternoon to soak up music with your calories. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard. Tuesdays through Fridays, come in for an early dinner (4:30pm-6:30pm) and enjoy half-price entrees. Note: Dinner is not served Sunday or Monday.

OK, so you are in Davis Square. Are you hungry? Thirsty? Check, check. Then head on over to busy Elm Street and pop into the Joshua Tree. Tucked inside this Somerville institution you will find a whole lot of food, and a whole lot of booze. Lots of beer on tap and a lively locals conversing with music in the background, does it get better than that? This lively Tufts hangout packs in the crowds with its enormous bar, a proliferation of large flat-screen TVs, and Top 40 hits playing from the DJ booth. The 65-item menu runs the gamut from Southwestern specialties like quesadillas to more traditional and expensive grilled steak. The bar is definitely the main attraction though, so if you're adventurous, try the 83oz beer tappers ($28.50), served in a long glass tube, or show up during any Red Sox game for cheap beer ($2.50 lite drafts) and half-priced appetizers. Sunday brunch 10:30am-3pm. Entrees $7-16. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Redbones is a happy-go-lucky playground for carnivores on the prowl. This Davis Square landmark is possibly the most famous barbecue joint in Boston, it's almost always packed to the gills with people lingering over their pulled pork, ribs, all impeccably slow-cooked. Come prepared for a long wait, which you can spend quite happily in Underbones, the basement bar under Redbones. This mecca of meat is no place for herbivores: about the only vegetarian offering is cornbread, and even that is thoroughly permeated with the aroma of freshly grilled flesh. Heaping full dinners with ribs, sausage, or an assortment of other meats, plus 2 sides and a dessert, run $15-$22. Go with your instincts in ordering, and feel free to point at what your neighbor is having. Come only with good friends who don't mind you using your hands. Redbones Goes Green: The owners at Redbones are committed to running a greener, cleaner restaurant. They're partnered with Green Grease Monkey of Boston to have their old fryer oil recycled and turned into biodiesel. The resulting fuel is biodegradable, non-toxic and great for any diesel engine. Best of Boston Phoenix 2009

Compared to nearby Anna’s Taqueria, Boloco is an Amercanized version of Mexican cuisine. Offset from the hustle and bustle of Davis Square, this burrito joint is a nice place to chow down with a spacious, contemporary dining area. The food, topped with a lot of cheese and greasy compared to other authentic Mexican joints in Davis Square, is above average. However, Boloco’s vegetarian dishes outshine their burritos. Try Boloco’s guacamole dip and vegetarian quesadillas for a fresh alternative.

They turn off the wifi during lunchtime and close at 4pm.

Irish dive bar with cheap booze and stellar jukebox. Brews run around $3.25 at Sligo Pub and their selection is pretty darn good. Once you make it past the smell of stale beer and the cryptic graffiti in the bathroom, you'll feel right at home at this hidden Davis Square haunt.

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.

Diva carries off the upscale Indian look with a rare touch of class: the decor may be princely but it isn't garish, and the dishes remain deliciously authentic. Although the name may evoke expectations of over-the-top creative fusion cuisine, the menu actually offers traditional Indian soups ($4) and breads (the poori is unbeatable; $2.50-4.50), as well as entrees like every variety of Tandoori known to man ($10-20) and numerous types of dosa (rice crepes stuffed with spiced potatoes and onions; $10-12). Diva finishes its performance on a high note, with a more extensive dessert menu than those of most Indian restaurants—indulge in some kheer (creamy rice pudding with raisins and almonds; $3) or a tasty mango sundae ($5). If your hunger reaches operatic heights, don't miss the all-you-can-eat lunch buffet ($8) daily 11:30am-3pm. Appetizers $3.75-11, entrees $10-20, desserts $3-5. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard. If there's nothing in front of the restaurant on Elm St., head around back and check out the large public lot.

Craving an authentic Mexican burrito with traditional flavors and healthy ingredients? Anna’s Taqueria at Davis Square is a refreshing respite in an area full of overpriced Mexican joints. The décor is no frills compared to nearby Qdoba and the new kid on the block, Chipotle. However, you’ll go loco over Anna’s top-notch meats and poultry. And, with meals averaging $6 and under, you can’t beat the price.