Deep Ellum

Deep Ellum on Moody Street in Waltham serves the sort of food that makes another hour at the table sound reasonable. There are corned beef Reubens, bratwurst with sauerkraut, onion smash burgers and poutine with porcini gravy. Vegetarians get a broccoli Reuben and a lentil-mushroom burger, among other choices. For a smaller order, try tinned fish with bread, pimento cheese with Ritz crackers or a plate of house pickles. Beer and cocktails are central to the bar, and brunch adds dishes such as tres leches French toast and breakfast poutine. The kitchen serves late, but closes before the bar, so check food hours if dinner has slipped toward midnight.