Forge Baking Co Ice Cream - Somerville

This place really seems to be going for “third space” feel, and it’s working! The hey have breakfast and lunch covered (their boiled bagels are a bit gummier than I like but very tasty, and they have a blueberry lemon spread that is delish, and likely even more so with cream cheese). They also have an ice cream bars Thursday-Sunday from 3-9. Additionally, they have trivia nights and other events for the community! The space is vast (it goes way back with tons of seating), and wifi is provided so it’s great for work or meet ups. The have a person to order from OR a machine (so quite efficient). They also serve Intelligencia coffee and a tea that is MEM (no offense MEM, but you’re everywhere). Lots of free parking too, and fully accessible. Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs

I basically wrote my dissertation here. Thanks Forge. Great vibes, great coffee, great food. I did buy too many $17 salads here but maybe that's what food should cost if staff are being paid a living wage? Love that there's so much space to get some work done without feeling like you're being *that* customer that won't vacate their seat. I've also made real friends at the big square table where you're forced to sit next to new faces nice social gathering spot for this part of Somerville.

The onlg reason i gave the service a 4 star is because i specifically asked for lemon in my iced tea and got it with the lemon i asked for

Great coffee, baked goods, and sandwiches! The bread is heavenly. Great vegan options too. Highly recommend!

Over a 15 min wait for a breakfast sandwich when it’s not busy and barely anyone in the cafe. Not really acceptable.