Dali

Name: Dali
Address: 415 Washington St, Somerville, MA, United States, 02143
Telephone: (617) 661-3254
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1581 Reviews

$31 to $50

Spanish

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2 people

Jan 18, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 53 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Lively

Owners Mario Leon and Tamara Bourso introduced traditional Spanish cuisine with a Dali twist to Boston in 1989 and the concept of pairing/sharing tapas quickly spread throughout the restaurant community. Dali offers a full liquor bar with Sangria, original/vintage Cocktails, and Bottoms Up Shots. The interior is personalized with quirky decor such as the Crying Gold Wall, Lost & Found Clothesline, and a LED Interactive Table that cozily seats 6-10 convivial guests.

Reservations available Wednesday thru Sunday from 5:30 to 10 and we invite you for a memorable evening.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Regional Spanish (Basque), Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(617) 661-3254
Website
http://www.dalirestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
415 Washington St, Somerville, MA 02143
Neighbourhood
Cambridge
Cross Street
Kirkland St
Parking details
Street Parking

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Ensalada de Verano Refrescante*US$15.00
watermelon, cucumber, organic spring mix, avocado, pickled red onion, Marcona almonds (optional)
Tortilla Española*US$8.00
egg / potato / onion omelette w/ garlic alioli
Aceitunas AliñadasUS$7.00
mixed marinated Mediterranean olives
Pa amb Tomàquet (Catalan)US$7.00
grilled bread rubbed w/ evoo / roasted garlic / vine-ripe tomatoes
- W/ Ortiz anchoviesUS$9.00
Jamón SerranoUS$13.00
cured ham (from Spain) on toast
Jamón Ibérico de BellotaUS$27.00
Marbled / sweet / nutty-flavored Spanish ham from free-range, acorn-fed, happy pigs!
Plato MixtoUS$25.00
Spanish cheeses / meats / roasted pepper / olives
Ceviche US$16.00
scallops & octopus in veggie/citrus salsa marinade

Tapas Calientes

Sopa de AjoUS$9.00
velvety garlic soup ~ from the Pyrenees
Pimientos a la PlanchaUS$10.00
grilled Shishito peppers w/ lemon & Maldon salt
Empanadillas de Vegetales*US$10.00
baked veggie turnovers w/ garlic alioli
Espinaca CatalanaUS$10.00
baby spinach & arugula w/ pine nuts, raisins, garlic
Setas al AjilloUS$12.00
sautéed portobello, shiitake & maitake mushrooms
Queso de Cabra MontañesUS$11.00
baked goat cheese w/ tomato & basil
Alcachofas RellenasUS$15.00
baked mushroom-filled artichokes w/ Manchego cheese
Patatas Bravas*US$13.00
deep-fried potatoes w/ piquant tomato sauce & garlic alioli
Bolitas de Queso US$14.00
deep-fried cheese balls w/caramelized garlic/onion relish, honey drizzle
Buñuelos de VerduraUS$13.00
deep-fried cauliflower / broccoli / cheese puffs
Arroz Español*US$13.00
Spanish rice w/ saffron sofrito & Catalan romesco sauce
Arroz Negro con Calamares*US$15.00
creamy squid ink rice & garlic alioli w/ deep-fried squid
Gambas al Ajillo*US$14.00
garlic shrimp
Gambas con Gabardina*US$13.00
deep-fried, saffron-batter shrimp w/ mojo verde sauce
Mejillones en Crema de Camarones US$17.00
PEI mussels in rich, creamy, shrimp sauce
Vieiras al Azafrán*US$18.00
sautéed scallops in saffron cream
Pulpo A'FeiraUS$19.00
grilled octopus w/ pimentón on potato medallions
Croquetas de PolloUS$14.00
deep-fried chicken croquettes w/ tomato & cheese sauces
Pinchitos Morunos de PolloUS$13.00
grilled spiced chicken kebabs w/ lemon sour cream
Pato BraseadoUS$18.00
roast duck w/ berry sauce
Conejo EstofadoUS$16.00
braised rabbit w/ red wine, juniper & garlic
Croquetas de JamónUS$14.00
ham & cheese croquettes w/ tomato jam
Lomito al CabralesUS$12.00
pork tenderloin w/ blue sheep cheese & mushrooms
Fabada Asturiana US$13.00
white bean stew w/Chorizo & Morcilla sausages
GorditasUS$12.00
bacon-wrapped prunes filled w/ goat cheese & Marcona almonds
Albóndigas de CorderoUS$15.00
lamb meatballs in tomato-mint sauce w/ Mahon cheese
ChuletillasUS$17.00
grilled baby lamb chops w/ peach sauce
Solomillo en TostadaUS$20.00
beef tenderloin w/ chimichurri sauce on grilled bread
Empanadillas de Carne*US$14.00
beef turnovers w/raisins, eggs, w/ garlic alioli
Costillas de VacaUS$16.00
beef short ribs in Rioja wine sauce
Iggy's Focaccia Bread Grilled per Order w/ Capers & Garlic Butter
w/ olive oil upon request
- SmallUS$5.00
- LargeUS$6.00

Platos Principales

Mariscos en Crema de Camarones*US$35.00
sautéed scallops, squid, mussels, shrimp, octopus in rich shellfish cream sauce w/ Spanish rice

Paellas

saffron / sofrito-laced rice dish

Valenciana*US$41.00
chicken, chorizo, shrimp, shellfish, artichokes, lima beans
Del OcéanoUS$44.00
seafood / shellfish
Las VerdurasUS$32.00
seasonal veggies

What 1,581 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Dali is a delightful gem in Somerville, celebrated for its "amazing food" and vibrant Spanish tapas experience. With a lively atmosphere and "wonderful service," it's perfect for special occasions and fun nights out. Guests rave about the "unique decor" and "authentic cuisine," making it a must-visit destination for over 35 years.

1,581 Reviews

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Lisa
Greater Boston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was impeccable! And the food was delicious. Still a fun little trip to Spain after all these years.
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Alissa
Greater Boston
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Have been to Dali once before, maybe 10 years ago, and don't know why we waited so long to go back. The food is really tasty and having tapas is a great way to try many different options. I don't eat meat, so we only got one meat dish (short ribs), which my husband had. He said it was good, but not as outstanding as the rest. Our food came at multiple times and I think our server forget the to order one of our dishes, since it came out more or less once we were done and by that time, I didn't want it. But that was okay. I didn't say anything about it to the server. My husband had a Basque lemonade cocktail which he said was very good. The restaurante was full at 7:30pm and very lively, which I liked. We will definitely be back.
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Paul
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and a great environment. Food was served quickly and the waiter was great!
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Alex
VIP
Houston
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, very fun environment and beautiful space, and wonderful service. The only improvement would be a kitchen that is more accommodating to food allergies like gluten intolerance or celiac disease. The waitress was very knowledgable about what was safe and unsafe for a person who cannot eat gluten, but we quickly learned that few items could be made gluten-free because the restaurant cooked bread on its only grill. This made is so that almost every protein on the menu was not safe for celiacs (exception was scallops). Minor adjustments and some creativity could expand the number of dishes that a person with a gluten allergy could enjoy. For example, the white bean soup with chorizo was not safe because the chorizo was cooked on the grill (but the same chorizo was made safe for the appetizer plate because it was cooked with a blowtorch). The restaurant can definitely make its menu more allergy friendly with inexpensive and minor adjustments in this way (without purchasing or making room for an entire grill that is gluten-free). On a positive note, the restaurant has many gluten-free desserts, which is not very common. Will be back!
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Tori
VIP
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing meal, great staff, great food. Would love to come back asap.
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Michael
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Dalí is always a pleasure to dine at! Loud at times, but very lively and authentic cuisine.
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Richard
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful Spanish cuisine. A true gem in Somerville.
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Huiyuan
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very very very nice. Nice service and very nice food here!
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Yang
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dali was amazing! The decor was so cute and the food was incredible
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Jose
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have been coming here for many years. Dali is always the best place to gather with my family!
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You can order delivery directly from Dali using the Order Online button.

Dali is rated 4.8 stars by 1581 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 18, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 53 times today

Order delivery or takeout

415 Washington St, Somerville, MA 02143

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Kirkland St
Neighbourhood
Cambridge
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Regional Spanish (Basque), Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

Website
http://www.dalirestaurant.com/
Phone number
(617) 661-3254

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Dali

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Featured Items

Tapas Frías

Ensalada de Verano Refrescante*US$15.00

Tortilla Española*US$8.00

Aceitunas AliñadasUS$7.00

Pa amb Tomàquet (Catalan)US$7.00

Jamón SerranoUS$13.00

Jamón Ibérico de BellotaUS$27.00

Plato MixtoUS$25.00

Ceviche US$16.00

Tapas Calientes

Sopa de AjoUS$9.00

Pimientos a la PlanchaUS$10.00

Empanadillas de Vegetales*US$10.00

Espinaca CatalanaUS$10.00

Setas al AjilloUS$12.00

Queso de Cabra MontañesUS$11.00

Alcachofas RellenasUS$15.00

Patatas Bravas*US$13.00

Bolitas de Queso US$14.00

Buñuelos de VerduraUS$13.00

Arroz Español*US$13.00

Arroz Negro con Calamares*US$15.00

Gambas al Ajillo*US$14.00

Gambas con Gabardina*US$13.00

Mejillones en Crema de Camarones US$17.00

Vieiras al Azafrán*US$18.00

Pulpo A'FeiraUS$19.00

Croquetas de PolloUS$14.00

Pinchitos Morunos de PolloUS$13.00

Pato BraseadoUS$18.00

Conejo EstofadoUS$16.00

Croquetas de JamónUS$14.00

Lomito al CabralesUS$12.00

Fabada Asturiana US$13.00

GorditasUS$12.00

Albóndigas de CorderoUS$15.00

ChuletillasUS$17.00

Solomillo en TostadaUS$20.00

Empanadillas de Carne*US$14.00

Costillas de VacaUS$16.00

Iggy's Focaccia Bread Grilled per Order w/ Capers & Garlic Butter

Platos Principales

Mariscos en Crema de Camarones*US$35.00

Paellas

Valenciana*US$41.00

Del OcéanoUS$44.00

Las VerdurasUS$32.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Dali offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Dali restaurant rated?

Is Dali currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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