From the outside, Miracle of Science looks just like a regular MIT dining space. But inside, a fun restaurant and bar pays cheeky homage to the “miracle of science,” appropriately close to that university up the street. Hardwood stools, jet-black countertops, and a periodic table-themed menu may make you feel like you're in lab, though Chem 15 never tasted this good. MoS is a great place for lunch if you're in the MIT area. At night, trendy 20-somethings congregate for a wide range of specialty beers and tasty bar food (burgers, quesadillas, and kebabs; $4.50-11). This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

All Asia, is a attracts all types. Known for its music, this is a great place to catch local bands, and some cheap eats (don't expect good cuisine) Visit their website to see the music calendar! Warning: One drink minimum for everyone, no matter what time of day.

Definitely one of the coolest places around, The Middlesex, is more than just a bar, it's a scene. With low banks and tables to sit at, you can listen to DJ's spin, while tasting some of their reasonably priced beverages and munching on some of their appetizers.

At Royal Bengal, every sauce is different, and the sense of seasoning is most unusual, you can choose from an array of traditional Northern Indian fare, but the menu’s, also swimming with two dozens of unique Bengali dishes. All Bengali foods are prepared with extraordinary care, subtly spiced, and they’re cooked with mustard oil, which is greatly healthy for the heart. Best of all, all fishes are freshly imported from Bengal, and they’re made-to-order; so you can have them while they’re freshest and contains the most possible zest. The 32-seat room shows loving touches on a budget--Indian wall hangings, folk art and posters fix the ethnic identity, and servers wear traditional Bengali garb. White tablecloths and pink cloth napkins dress up the look for patrons from MIT and Bengalis delighted to have some home-cooking. You can't go wrong with the Lunch Buffet 7 Days a week Students get a 10 percent discount on orders of $10 or more.

Cute little Hair Salon, with a friendly owner who is always there.

This is an asian market that has all sorts of stuff, as well as differently types of appliances, and the expected bowls, chopsticks etc.

If you're sick of shopping at some of the larger chain office supply stores, this is probably a good place to start. While it doesn't necessarily have the extensive inventory, it does have both office and computer supplies, as well as some MIT memorablilia.