Klein: Good morning, Klein, and welcome to Klein, unrelated. 

Klein: So, on behalf of those who aren’t hip yet, what exactly will we be doing here? 

Klein: I’m so glad you asked! Seeing as how we are two guys with the last name Klein who happen to be unrelated to each other, it only makes sense that we start a food review section dedicated to local restaurants. 

Klein: That sounds like a good idea. So where are we today?

Klein: This week, we visited Bloc Cafe in Somerville, Massachusetts. It's a lovely artisanal cafe nestled in an old bank building in Union Square, Bloc Cafe is just over a 20 minute drive from campus.

Klein: A little farther from Brandeis this week for sure, but if you’re in Cambridge or Somerville, Bloc certainly deserves a visit. The patio was bright and welcoming with ample seating and plenty of green space, the staff was warm and friendly and, of course, the highlight of our trip was an encounter with the charming and affable Gabe Colton ’13. 

Klein: The first and, as far as we know, only Brandeis alum to sign a professional sports contract without playing a varsity sport. 

Klein: Wow, that’s very impressive, but let’s get to the food. What were your thoughts?

Klein: Of course, how could I forget? I have to say, if it wasn’t for the sake of quality journalism, I wouldn’t be paying as much as I did for a sandwich and coffee. While the breakfast sandwich special on focaccia was tasty, I’m not sure if it was good enough to justify its price.

Klein: Yes. Agreed. A little pricey for sure. Given the hipster vibes, I was also pleasantly surprised to see that the menu wasn’t entirely vegan! I ordered the terrace sandwich: turkey, cheddar, red onions, tomatoes, greens and spicy mayo all on freshly baked sourdough from Bloc’s sister store, Forge Baking Company. 

Klein: That’s where they get all their breads and baked goods from, isn’t it?

Klein: Yes! How observant of you! 

Klein: So … What did you make of all of it? 

Klein: The prices were a little expensive, especially for college students, but I only have good things to say about the food. My sandwich was light, fresh and delicious and the complimentary strawberry-banana smoothie alongside it was sweet and refreshing. 

Klein: So to wrap things up … is it fair to give the food an 8.5/10 and the prices a 4/10? 

Klein: Yeah, I think that’s accurate, but don’t forget the service! Service was a definitive 10/10!

Klein: Of course! Well, that seems like it for today. Thanks for joining us on our latest edition of Klein, unrelated. Hope to see you all next issue! Until then, all the best!