Opening hours
Closed · opens 7:00 AM
| Monday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Sunday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
Local time in Somerville: 4:15 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (617) 629-8717 to confirm.
Location & directions
257 Elm StreetSomerville, MA 02144
About Diesel Cafe
Looking for an ice cream shop in Somerville? Diesel Cafe is at 257 Elm Street, Somerville, Massachusetts. It's part of our guide to 190 restaurants, cafes and bars in Somerville.
Diesel Cafe is open daily, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Offerings include vegetarian options and vegan options.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible. Phone: (617) 629-8717.
Quick facts
- Category
- Ice Cream Shop · Coffee Shop, Sandwich
- Address
- 257 Elm Street, Somerville, MA 02144
- Phone
- (617) 629-8717
- Hours
- Open daily, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 9 AM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 5 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for ice cream shops and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Diesel Cafe’s weekday schedule with 106 other ice cream shops in Massachusetts. On a typical weekday it opens at 7:00 AM, earlier than 90% of them (the typical opening time is 12:00 PM) and closes at 7:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 84 hours a week, 17 hours more than the local median of 67. 100% of ice cream shops in Massachusetts open on Sundays, and Diesel Cafe is one of them.
Compared with 106 other ice cream shops in Massachusetts that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for ice cream shops in Massachusetts
Based on 7 menus with 126 priced items from ice cream shops in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $7.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.50 and $11.25.
We don’t have Diesel Cafe’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what ice cream shops in Massachusetts typically charge.
Calculated from 7 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Offerings
- Vegetarian options
- Vegan options
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Restroom
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Diesel Cafe there are 74 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 144 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (27), Bakeries & Desserts (21), Japanese & Sushi (12), and Bars & Pubs (10).
Competition is healthy: 5 other ice cream shops are within a mile and 20 within three miles. The closest is J.P. Licks, < 0.1 mi away.
52 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Asian & PacificSakura< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsSaloon< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexChipotle< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiGenki YA Sushi< 0.1 mi
- ItalianMike's Food & Spirits< 0.1 mi
What to expect at an ice cream shop
This group brings together bakeries, donut shops, ice cream parlors, frozen yogurt shops, dessert cafes, candy stores and specialty sweet shops. Bakeries usually open early and sell their best items before noon, while ice cream and dessert shops are busiest in the evening and on warm weekends.
What to order
- Croissants or morning pastries – freshest early in the day
- Donuts – classic glazed is the benchmark
- Cookies and cupcakes – easy to share or take home
- Pan dulce or Asian buns – bakery specialties from other traditions
Good to know
- Arrive early for the full selection; popular items sell out.
- Order celebration cakes several days ahead.
- Many bakeries discount day-old bread and pastries in the afternoon.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Diesel Cafe's opening hours?
Open daily, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Is Diesel Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes, Diesel Cafe is open on Sundays: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Where is Diesel Cafe located?
Diesel Cafe is located at 257 Elm Street, Somerville, MA 02144.
What is the phone number of Diesel Cafe?
You can call Diesel Cafe at (617) 629-8717.
Is Diesel Cafe wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible.
Is Diesel Cafe open late?
No, Diesel Cafe usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Diesel Cafe?
There are 144 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Diesel Cafe. Nearby options include Sakura (< 0.1 mi), Saloon (< 0.1 mi), and Chipotle (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other ice cream shops near Diesel Cafe?
5 other ice cream shops within a mile. The closest is J.P. Licks, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do ice cream shops in Massachusetts cost?
Based on 7 menus with 126 priced items from ice cream shops in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $7.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.50 and $11.25.
Nearby places
All in Somerville
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