Cicada

Cicada is a small Vietnamese cafe and restaurant on Prospect Street, where coffee and a daytime bite can turn into a reason to come back for dinner. The daytime menu includes bánh mì, salads and pastries, with Vietnamese coffee at the center of the drinks offering. Plants and the room’s artful design give this compact space much of its character.

Dinner has a separate service and reservations through Resy, while natural wine is part of the evening offering. Check the restaurant’s current social updates for menus and service times before choosing when to visit. You’ll find it at 106 Prospect Street, a short walk from Central Square; metered parking is available around Prospect Street and Bishop Allen Drive.