Tanám

This tiny space in Somerville's Bow Market hosts some of Boston's most interesting meals. The changing Filipino menu is top notch, offering delicacies not often found anywhere else in the city. The dining experience, however, is what puts Tanám over the top. Stop by for cocktails and bar food on Thursday nights, or make a reservation (no walk-ins) for one of the unique dining experiences. Wednesdays and Sundays feature a kamayan-style dinner-dishes are spread on top of banana leaves on the communal table and eaten with the hands. Fridays and Saturdays feature "Coursed Storytelling" in which Chef-owner Ellie Tiglao prepares a tasting menu for the communal table of Filipino dishes complemented by personal stories and histories of the food and culture.