Ball Square Cafe – American
Sunlight streams into this bustling neighborhood gem, where the comforting hum of morning conversation mingles with the irresistible aroma of sizzling griddles and freshly brewed coffee. The kitchen transforms the humble breakfast into an art form, folding fluffy, golden eggs around everything from zesty Mexican spices and savory corned beef hash to earthy roasted mushrooms and garden-fresh greens. Whether you’re craving a hearty meat-filled feast or a bright, Mediterranean-inspired creation, every plate arrives as a warm, customizable embrace that captures the soulful essence of a classic American brunch.
708, Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02144 +16176232233 https://ballsquarecafe.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, kosher, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Menu
Omelets
Made with three eggs and dairy. Served with Home Fries or Grilled Mashed, and choice of Toast or English Muffin.
- Create Your Own Omelet - $14: Three eggs, dairy, and choice of cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegetarian Omelet - $17: Sauteed red & green bell peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach, Swiss cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mexican Omelet - $19: Avocado, jalapeño peppers, tomatoes, scallions, cilantro, cheddar cheese, sour cream, served with a grilled corn muffin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Athenian Omelet - $16: Sautéed fresh baby spinach, tomatoes, feta cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Celtic Green Omelet - $17: Sautéed fresh baby spinach, red onions, green and red bell peppers, broccoli, cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Meat Lovers Omelet - $19: Choice of two: sausage, bacon, ham, turkey sausage, turkey bacon, or Canadian bacon with cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Western Omelet - $19: Sautéed green and red bell peppers, red onions, diced ham, cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steak & Cheese Omelet - $17: Extra lean shaved steak, cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Roasted Mushroom Omelet - $15: Seasoned oven-roasted mushrooms, cheese Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Corned Beef Hash Omelet - $19: House-made corned beef hash, cheese Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
Breakfast Plates
- Our Favorite Plus - $14: Two eggs, home fries or grilled mashed, bacon or sausage, choice of toast or English muffin Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bagel & Lox - $17: Smoked Salmon, capers, sliced tomatoes, red onions, cream cheese, choice of toast, English muffin or bagel Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Corned Beef Hash Plate - $19: House-made corned beef hash, two eggs any style, home fries or grilled mashed, choice of toast or English muffin Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Moroccan Eggs - $14: Sautéed tomatoes, onions, green and red bell peppers, two eggs, cumin, home fries or grilled mashed, choice of toast or English muffin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fit for a King or Queen - $17: Two eggs, choice of meat, plain French toast or Pancakes, toast or English muffin Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Marinated Steak Tips & Eggs - $23: Marinated steak tips, two eggs, toast or English muffin, home fries or grilled mashed Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast - $14: Smashed avocado, crumbled eggs, feta, red onion, balsamic glaze on grilled multigrain, served with home fries or grilled mashed Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Eggs Benedict
Served with home fries or grilled mashed on an English muffin.
- Traditional Benedict - $16: English muffin, Canadian bacon, poached eggs, homemade hollandaise Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Corned Beef Hash Benedict - $19: Homemade corned beef hash, poached eggs, homemade hollandaise Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado & Tomato Benedict - $18: Fresh avocado, sliced tomato, poached eggs, homemade hollandaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Florentine Benedict - $17: Sautéed baby spinach, sliced tomato, poached eggs, homemade hollandaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Smoked Salmon Benedict - $19: Smoked salmon, sliced tomato, poached eggs, homemade hollandaise Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Breakfast Sandwiches
- Egg & Cheese Sandwich - $8: One egg, cheese, choice of toast or English muffin, served with home fries or grilled mashed Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Glorious Morning Sandwich - $11: Fresh avocado, grilled red onion, tomato, egg, cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Pancakes, Waffles & French Toast
- Buttermilk Pancakes - $10: Three pancakes, whipped cream, powdered sugar Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Gluten-Free Buttermilk Pancakes - $13: Three gluten-free pancakes, whipped cream, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Traditional French Toast - $10: Challah bread, whipped cream, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Gluten-Free French Toast - $13: Gluten-free bread, whipped cream, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Coconut Macaroon French Toast - $15: Topped with raspberry and vanilla drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Apple Pie French Toast - $15: Challah bread, caramelized apples, cinnamon syrup, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Belgian Waffle - $10: Whipped cream, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Gluten-Free Waffle - $13: Gluten-free ingredients, whipped cream, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- House-made Fried Chicken & Waffle - $17: Belgian waffle with fried chicken Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Strawberry Shortcake Waffle - $15: Fresh strawberries, strawberry & vanilla sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Oatmeal, Fruit & Granola
- Oatmeal Bowl - $6: Steel cut oats, brown sugar, oat milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fresh Fruit Bowl - Small - $6: Honeydew, watermelon, cantaloupe, pineapple, strawberries, blueberries, grapes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Fresh Fruit Bowl - Large - $9: Honeydew, watermelon, cantaloupe, pineapple, strawberries, blueberries, grapes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Fresh Fruit Bowl with Granola & Yogurt - $11: Organic granola and Greek yogurt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Burgers, Sandwiches & Wraps
Served with French Fries or House-Made Potato Chips.
- Grilled Cheese - $10: Melted cheese on bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pastrami & Swiss Sandwich or Wrap - $16: Grilled pastrami, mustard, cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $16: Homemade corned beef, swiss cheese, sauerkraut, Russian dressing Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Angus Cheeseburger - $16: Lettuce, tomato, brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Angus Cheeseburger Club - $18: Bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom and Swiss Angus Burger - $17: Sauteed mushroom, Swiss cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Melt Sandwich - $15: Homemade tuna, melted cheese Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna or Chicken Salad Sandwich or Wrap - $15: Homemade salad, mayo, lettuce, tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: lunch
- BLT Sandwich or Wrap - $14: Bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- House-Made Fried Chicken Tenders Plate - $15: Buttermilk marinated chicken, BBQ or honey mustard sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Ranch Sandwich or Wrap - $15: Fried or grilled chicken, buffalo sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Fried or Grilled Chicken Sandwich or Wrap - $15: Lettuce, tomato Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Greek Salad - $9: Lettuce, tomato, oregano, cucumber, olives, onions, feta cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Salad - $7: Lettuce, tomato, cucumber, olives, onions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Steak Tips Salad - $18: Steak tips over garden salad Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Salad - $12: Mozzarella, tomatoes, fresh basil, balsamic glaze, olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken or Tuna Salad Plate - $13: Homemade salad over garden salad Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- House-Made Buffalo Fried Chicken Salad - $15: Buffalo chicken tenders over garden salad Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- 1 Egg - $2.5: Any style Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Two Eggs - $4.5: Any style Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Side of Breakfast Protein - $6: Choice of bacon, turkey bacon, turkey sausage, pork sausage, ham, Canadian bacon, or veggie sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, South-Beach, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- House-made Corned Beef Hash - $11 Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Grilled Mashed Potatoes - $6: Roasted garlic and dairy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- House-made French Fries - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Home Fries - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Side of Toast / Bread - $3.5: White, wheat, multigrain, marble rye, cinnamon raisin, sourdough or croissant Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- English Muffin - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Gluten-Free Bread/Muffin - $4: GF English Muffin or GF White Bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- House-made Muffin - $4: Corn or blueberry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bagel - $4.5: Plain or everything with cream cheese, butter or peanut butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Bottomless Premium Coffee - $4: In-house only Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice - Small - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice - Large - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Hot Chocolate - $4: Dairy, whipped cream, cocoa
- Double Espresso - $4.5
- Latte - $5.5
- Cappuccino - $5.5
- Mocha - $5.5
- Soda Can - $3: Coke, Diet Coke, Ginger Ale
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