Consistently named “Best of Boston” and “Best of Brookline,” Rubin's is a delightful glatt kosher deli. The famous overstuffed sandwiches ($7-18) and substantial salad platters ($6-13) can be enjoyed in the cozy if occasionally overcrowded restaurant or ordered to go. Don't miss popular accompaniments such as knishes (meat, potato, and turkey), kasha, kishke, and potato pancakes ($4-8), and the corned beef and pastrami sandwiches are the best you'll find within 50 mi. of the Square. Amazing desserts, along with service from the Jewish grandmother you wish you had, continue to make Rubin's a favorite. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Bargain basement shopping at its best. While the Brookline location near Allston/Brighton isn't as well stocked as the Downtown Crossing store, it has a lot less traffic which means a lot stock that hasn't been picked over. Great selection of sheets and comforters and they’re definitely the go-to place for college students looking to spruce up their dorm rooms. The clothing selection is hit or miss and it takes tenacity and repeat visits to snag that perfect designer outfit or shirt for cheap.