Location: Somerville
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Somerville (/ˈsʌmərvɪl/ SUM-ər-vil) is a city located directly to the northwest of Boston, in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. As of 2010, the United States Census lists the city with a total population of 75,754 people, making it the most densely populated municipality in New England. As of 2010, it was the 16th most densely populated incorporated municipality in the country. Somerville was established as a town in 1842, when it was separated from Charlestown. In 2006, the town was named the best-run city in Massachusetts by the Boston Globe. In 1972, in 2009, and again in 2015, the city received the All-America City Award.
Restaurants in Somerville
1. Townie Tours Boston
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5.0 based on 32 reviews
Extending only 4 square miles, Somerville is one of the most densely populated cities in America. Learn how the city once dubbed “Slumerville” has become the area’s trendiest and most gentrified neighborhood. Your local guide will take you on a journey into his past growing up in Somerville’s tough streets, weaving personal stories into the history of his neighborhood.
2. Off The Beaten Path Food Tours
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5.0 based on 47 reviews
Let us show you around the neighborhood! Sample food from 5-6 places in one tour on this tasty culinary adventure. Together we speak with local entrepreneurs and learn about the rich history of the neighborhood and their innovative concepts from an expert guide. We have selected the most delicious and interesting food for you to try. Tours are available in historic Davis Square, Somerville; Union Square, Somerville; Lowell; and Boston and Cambridge locations. Discover Boston's most diverse neighborhoods and best food scenes. We can't wait to have you as our guest!
3. Taza Chocolate Factory Tours
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4.5 based on 215 reviews
UPDATE: We are only open for curbside pickup - Factory Tours are on hiatus until further notice. At Taza,our mission is to make and share stone ground chocolate that is seriously good and fair for all. Why stone ground? Because bolder is better! We grind cacao beans using hand-carved millstones. The result? Stone Ground Chocolate with bold flavor and satisfying and gritty texture. Join us for a Taza factory tour to learn about our unique chocolate making process, and sample the results!
4. Boston Chocolate School and Tours
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4.0 based on 61 reviews
Experiential Chocolate Events. We run corporate, educational and social chocolate making and touring experiences to suit every type of audience – that’s our core business. We don’t sell or make chocolate, that’s not what we’re about. We offer sumptuous, expertly-guided chocolate experiences including chocolate walking tours in Back Bay. We also offer chocolate making workshops, chocolate tasting classes, chocolate & wine classes, chocolate team building and private and corporate chocolate events. No matter how much you already love chocolate, you’ll appreciate it more deeply than ever after indulging in this one-of-a-kind experience.
5. Leah C-S Photography
I'm a freelance photographer and photography tutor. I can teach photography to beginners, amateurs and professionals. For my business, I do portraits and events, including family portraits, headshots, creative promotional portraits, conferences, weddings and various other events. My strengths are working with natural light and using environments creatively.
6. United Divers
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3.5 based on 4 reviews
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