Locally Owned in Ball Square
Lyndell's Bakery in Ball Square
Local bakery which has been heralded as the best bakery in the Boston area.
Blue Cloud Gallery in Ball Square
Eclectic artisan gift store/gallery located in the heart of Ball Square.
Kelly's Diner in Ball Square
Popular breakfast destination close to Tufts University. The diner is also open for lunch.
Ball Square Auto Repair in Ball Square
Auto Repair - Bob behind the counter is a good fellow.
Sound Bites in Ball Square
Soundbites is a popular breakfast destination for those willing to wait in long lines. They recently bought out a take-out barbecue restaurant across the street so their strange menu now includes wings, ribs and burgers. 08/18/07 - Soundbites has moved next door to a larger location which was formerly el guapo. They have a full bar and are open for dinner.
Victor's Deli in Ball Square
Victor's is a great family run Italian restaurant. Great sandwiches, soup, and specials. Closes early, a great place for lunch.
True Grounds in Ball Square
A local coffee shop and cafe. Awesome coffee, salads, and sandwiches, which are named after the streets in the surrounding neighborhood. Friendly atmosphere and free wi-fi, which is convenient but makes it hard to get a table and it sometimes feels like a library.