There is WiFi available, although it costs $3.95/hour. Monthly plans are available. Dedicated regulars come back time after time for the cozy atmosphere and the friendly Gen-X-flavored staff. This used to be the favorite haunt of the faumous late Reverend Larry Love. Iced coffee is one of the highlights here. It's cold brewed, so it retains a strong coffee flavor.

Valter Vitorino opened Cafe Brazil, Boston's home for Brazilian cuisine, in 1986. Much of the clientele consists of the area's substantial Brazilian population (though that has evolved along with the demographics of Alston), who come to enjoy true-to-home versions of Brazilian classics like and Brazil's national dishes, like feijoada, Moqueca, churrasco, black beans, rice, salads, and desserts. Vitorino himself hails form the town of Minas Gerais, and as it is generally accepted that Brazilian dishes tend to differ slightly from place to place, Cafe Brazil reflects the regional cooking Vitorino grew up on in Minas Gerais. Brazilian hospitality abounds from the moment a customer enters the restaurant, and the staff welcomes you as though you were in their home. Service is prompt and friendly, and the entire staff works together to cover the whole restaurant. The food comes out very quickly, too. The menu is quite extensive, and if a diner is unfamiliar with Brazilian cuisine, the staff will happily guide you to something delicious. Many of the dishes come on sizzling plates, and all of the food is very fresh. There's also a karaoke room with a small stage in addition to 2 dining rooms.

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.

“Sizzling fajitas and frosty margaritas” are the order of the day at this funky, laid-back hangout. It's not the most authentic taco joint, but portions are large and prices are reasonable (fajitas $7-12, large order of tequila wings $10, and chili $3-4). The bar stocks 18 different kinds of tequila—need we say more? Margaritas $4+, pitchers $10+. Best of all, should the José Cuervo bring out your artistic impulses, feel free to doodle on the tables and walls (crayons provided). Entrees $7-13. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Family-owned House of Tibet Kitchen, Massachusetts' first Tibetan restaurant, is a perfect place to try new foods and yak—excuse us, converse—with a friend. Begin your authentic home-cooked Tibetan and Bhutanese meal with shogo labtak, potato cutlets with peas, carrots, and herbs ($4.50). The Tibetan specialty is momo, or large dumplings stuffed with meat, tofu, or potatoes (momo combo $14.50). Other entrees include Tibetan-style curries and stirfries, all served with tena thukpa, “5-element” lentil soup said to “raise health.” A note to the uninitiated: Tibetan food is starchy and seasoning is subtle, but dishes with international influences and non-traditional ingredients offer more flavor. Round out your meal with hot apple cider with cottage cheese ($2.50), traditional Tibetan tea with yak butter ($2), or dreysil, sweet saffron rice dessert eaten to celebrate the Dalai Lama's birthday ($4.50). Entrees $9.50-14.50. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Picante may not have the glitz and pseudo-Mexican ornamentation of Border Cafe, but the food is twice as authentic, the service twice as fast, and the portions twice as big. A self-proclaimed “health-conscious Mexican taqueria in the California style,” Picante delivers tasty renditions of Mexican standards in a low-key setting. Order and pay up front before picking up your over-stuffed cheese-and-bean dripping steak burrito ($6.50), chicken enchilada ($8.50), or cheese quesadilla ($3.25). Top it all off at the fresh salsa bar where you'll find 6 different salsas in varying degrees of mouth-scorching spiciness—beware of the Super Picante blend! On weekends (10am-2pm), Picante becomes a full-service restaurant for Mexican-style brunch, dishing up huevos rancheros, salsa pancakes, and the like. Also located at 217 Elm St., Somerville (Davis; 617-628-6394). Entrees $3-9. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Athan's Brighton is an airy space that is much more than just a place for a coffee or a meal. We aim to provide a warm, welcoming and informal atmosphere where our patrons tend to stay longer than originally planned. Our contemporary and comfortable interior is inviting to both groups and individuals, morning, afternoon or night. Let them eat cake...as well as breakfast, lunch and dinner! Our expanded menu is eclectically Mediterranean-inspired and offers selections such as fresh salads, pressed panini sandwiches, as well as interesting entrees. We offer quality coffees and specialty loose-leaf teas (our pots of premium teas have proven to be very popular). We are also an excellent source for made-to-order-food-to-go; catering options, and business buffet lunches.

Established in 1938, Athan's has become a Washington Sq. stalwart. Athan's bakery is a copy of the Athan's bakery in Kalamata, Greece. Serving up European cakes, biscuits, and desserts, Athan's now draws its clientele from the entire Greater Boston area. While a couple of small tables provide seating for about 6-8 people inside the store, the bulk of customers come in for take-out orders of Greek, French, German, and Italian cakes and baklava. Cake portions (beautifully decorated and great for special guests) are usually $4: the Amendoa (vanilla genoise and bavarois with almonds) stands out as being especially delectable and rich, yet light. Athan's also stocks great gelato in a wide variety of flavors ($2-4 for scoops, $7 for quarts). With 48 hours notice, the bakery will also provide custom cakes for birthdays ($25-90).

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This unique mexican experience only serves healthy and totally fresh sauces, marinades, and traditional mexican dishes. Every item on the menu is made daily using fresh ingredients, making Boca Grande a huge step above Taco Bell. An order of enchiladas--fresh corn tortillas filled with cheese and a choice of grilled chicken, pork, steak or vegetables plus refried beans and rice--is truly a meal in itself. Best of all, everything on the menu costs less than $4, including a huge basket of crunchy tortilla chips with freshly mashed guacamole.