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The iconic diner is reborn as an American restaurant serving chef-driven fare & craft cocktails.
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Address: 381 Summer St, Somerville, MA 02144
Phone: (617) 629-9500
Website: http://rosebudkitchen.com/
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Reviews
Ameya Bhakay
Walked in on day after thanksgiving for brunch, and this place was relatively quiet. We got an amazing booth seating, but really wanted their fancy bus seating which gives a classic diner feel to the restaurant.
TL;DR – if you are from Bombay, are craving that specific Bombay Chinese food taste, and Vada Pav – look no further – this is the place. Most of their staff are fellow Mumbaikars – shout out to Shiv, Dhvani, and Ronak!
Shiv, our server was friendly and our hungry table got straight to ordering which included a flavor packed and well priced Lychee Martini ($10), Masala Chai Hot Toddy ($12), and Spicy ‘Lil Rita ($12) – being the best one!
Food included some well name dishes like Kashmiri Deviled Eggs ($12), Vada Pav ($12), Rasam Risotto ($15), Butter Chicken Pot Pie ($20), Chicken Steak with Makhani Sauce ($18), Street Fried Noodles ($16), and Penne Pasta with Chicken for the kiddos.
Food just hits the right spots and is very flavorful, extremely well seasoned, and perfectly spiced. Interiors and their bar is very inviting. Noise levels during our stay were on the lower end. Service was excellent. What was refreshing was they didn’t charge us any automatic gratuity even for our large group – but absolutely deserved a generous one!
Highly highly recommend if flavorful food is your thing!
… moreTL;DR – if you are from Bombay, are craving that specific Bombay Chinese food taste, and Vada Pav – look no further – this is the place. Most of their staff are fellow Mumbaikars – shout out to Shiv, Dhvani, and Ronak!
Shiv, our server was friendly and our hungry table got straight to ordering which included a flavor packed and well priced Lychee Martini ($10), Masala Chai Hot Toddy ($12), and Spicy ‘Lil Rita ($12) – being the best one!
Food included some well name dishes like Kashmiri Deviled Eggs ($12), Vada Pav ($12), Rasam Risotto ($15), Butter Chicken Pot Pie ($20), Chicken Steak with Makhani Sauce ($18), Street Fried Noodles ($16), and Penne Pasta with Chicken for the kiddos.
Food just hits the right spots and is very flavorful, extremely well seasoned, and perfectly spiced. Interiors and their bar is very inviting. Noise levels during our stay were on the lower end. Service was excellent. What was refreshing was they didn’t charge us any automatic gratuity even for our large group – but absolutely deserved a generous one!
Highly highly recommend if flavorful food is your thing!
Anna H
This place is absolutely beautiful and had wonderful staff. It’s just so iconic it’s fascinating. It’s an interesting diffusion of Indian and American diner and cuisine. My cocktail was to die for the Tika tots outstanding the vegetable chili phenomenal. I thought the chicken pot pie was OK could’ve been warmer. Eggs Benedict perfect
… moreAkshay Pandey
Overall good but there’s one thing which I didn’t like –
I walked in and asked for a table for 2. We were given a table in the corner with small space. There were 5+ tables empty but they told us they’re reserved. We were there for about 2 hours, till right before it closed but all those tables were empty throughout.
I just wish they hadn’t made any excuse and given us better seating. I liked the food but the seating experience was a bit uncomfortable.
… moreI walked in and asked for a table for 2. We were given a table in the corner with small space. There were 5+ tables empty but they told us they’re reserved. We were there for about 2 hours, till right before it closed but all those tables were empty throughout.
I just wish they hadn’t made any excuse and given us better seating. I liked the food but the seating experience was a bit uncomfortable.
Jen Lendof
We enjoyed Sunday brunch in the charming street-side diner section. I ordered the Tikka Tots with Diced Chicken, while my daughter chose the Masala Chai French Toast. Both dishes were flavorful, inventive, and fun twists on traditional diner fare… so good that we ended up swapping plates halfway through! A small heads-up: the Tikka Tots might appear under “light bites,” but the portion is delightfully generous.
… moreSamantha C
Great rainy day spot. We got a seat in the old-timey front section, but I’d imagine I’d be a little disappointed if that wasn’t the case. Food was good and unique! There were a lot of menu items I’d like to go back for.
… moreRithvik
Americanized Indian spot with fun fusion dishes. We liked it. The Kathi roll was great and the butter chicken pot pie was delicious. The bhel puri was the best of everything we tried. The grilled chicken mousse sandwich was okay, and the street fried noodles were okay too. Overall, good food and I’d come back when I’m craving Indian flavors with a twist.
… moreDayana Sanchez
I had my 50th birthday day grease party theme at this diner and it was fantastic. The food the staff the manager. You won’t regret it. Here are a few pictures. Diner food with an Indian kick. Great spices on the food.
… moreAshraful Rahman
Rosebud has been a historic staple of Somerville for several years. Originally built in 1941, it has recently gone through some changes with the new owners attempting to add a South Asian flare to the traditional diner cuisine Rosebud is renowned for. Prior to the changes, I had gone several times and had an excellent experience between the food, service and atmosphere.
Since its changes, there have been 2 dining experiences I have gone with a group of 3 others with. Initially, the food was underwhelming such as the hollandaise sauce on the eggs benny that were ordered as well as the masala chai french toast although the waffle order was satisfying. Aside from that, the additional berries cost $3 yet provided literally 2 berries. There were some other issues like the door being held open for a long period under frigid conditions (apx 30 or less degrees) to the point customers began putting their winter jackets on and complaining. The drinks on the other hand were absolutely delicious and reasonably priced. After speaking with the owner/manager, they had invited us to return for another experience with a discount after overhearing our qualms and concerns.
Upon return, the additional berries option was removed from the masala chai french toast and I found the food to be absolutely delicious, the service was excellent, and the drinks did not disappoint at all just like the time before. The Tandoori steak frites, butter chicken pot pie and the Ros omelette were the dishes of choice this time around. The tandoori steak frites had a nice flair to it due to the makhani sauce. While I personally felt it was a bit overcooked (I like my steak rare), it was not overcooked to the point it was inedible at all, but closer to medium/medium well. The butter chicken pot pie had a wonderfully flaky crust and a warm, moist, perfectly seasoned butter chicken that while delicious in the summer time, reminded me of waking up on a brisk morning and taking in the first sip of hot coffee to warm myself up. The Ros omelette had a curry that a spice blend that was a perfect medley of indian spices and minced onions that complimented an omelette so well that I think I’d like to eat my omelettes like this moving forward.
The new Rosebud has overall been doing excellent with taking feedback to improve, and maintaining aspects of the old Rosebud charm while adding its own flair to make it unique, would recommend trying it out!
… moreSince its changes, there have been 2 dining experiences I have gone with a group of 3 others with. Initially, the food was underwhelming such as the hollandaise sauce on the eggs benny that were ordered as well as the masala chai french toast although the waffle order was satisfying. Aside from that, the additional berries cost $3 yet provided literally 2 berries. There were some other issues like the door being held open for a long period under frigid conditions (apx 30 or less degrees) to the point customers began putting their winter jackets on and complaining. The drinks on the other hand were absolutely delicious and reasonably priced. After speaking with the owner/manager, they had invited us to return for another experience with a discount after overhearing our qualms and concerns.
Upon return, the additional berries option was removed from the masala chai french toast and I found the food to be absolutely delicious, the service was excellent, and the drinks did not disappoint at all just like the time before. The Tandoori steak frites, butter chicken pot pie and the Ros omelette were the dishes of choice this time around. The tandoori steak frites had a nice flair to it due to the makhani sauce. While I personally felt it was a bit overcooked (I like my steak rare), it was not overcooked to the point it was inedible at all, but closer to medium/medium well. The butter chicken pot pie had a wonderfully flaky crust and a warm, moist, perfectly seasoned butter chicken that while delicious in the summer time, reminded me of waking up on a brisk morning and taking in the first sip of hot coffee to warm myself up. The Ros omelette had a curry that a spice blend that was a perfect medley of indian spices and minced onions that complimented an omelette so well that I think I’d like to eat my omelettes like this moving forward.
The new Rosebud has overall been doing excellent with taking feedback to improve, and maintaining aspects of the old Rosebud charm while adding its own flair to make it unique, would recommend trying it out!
Pradeep Mishra
Rosebud has a charming diner ambience that sets a cozy and inviting tone, which we really enjoyed. The cocktails were well-crafted and refreshing, though our server seemed unaware that Tajin was available for the spicy margarita, which was a bit disappointing.
The food, however, didn’t quite hit the mark for us. As a fusion Indian-American restaurant, we expected bold, vibrant flavors, but the dishes lacked the punch and spice we were hoping for. The Kerala fried chicken, for instance, was dry and less flavorful compared to the Nashville fried chicken you’d find at local Boston pubs. The avocado toast, which mentioned green chutney, came with only a hint of red crust and didn’t deliver on the promised flavor profile.
While the concept is interesting, the execution needs improvement to truly stand out. With some tweaks to the spice levels and flavor balance, Rosebud could be a much stronger contender. For now, it’s a decent spot for drinks and ambiance, but the food needs to catch up.
… moreThe food, however, didn’t quite hit the mark for us. As a fusion Indian-American restaurant, we expected bold, vibrant flavors, but the dishes lacked the punch and spice we were hoping for. The Kerala fried chicken, for instance, was dry and less flavorful compared to the Nashville fried chicken you’d find at local Boston pubs. The avocado toast, which mentioned green chutney, came with only a hint of red crust and didn’t deliver on the promised flavor profile.
While the concept is interesting, the execution needs improvement to truly stand out. With some tweaks to the spice levels and flavor balance, Rosebud could be a much stronger contender. For now, it’s a decent spot for drinks and ambiance, but the food needs to catch up.
Ramesh Govindan
Fantastic place with authentic South Indian flavors injected into American classics. The Kerala fried chicken and waffles (green chili option, not buttermilk) is a must. The ros omelet is a good lighter option. The butter chicken Benny is also excellent.
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