At the end of the exit, turn right at the traffic light. Take another right at the next traffic light. The Civic Center will be on your right, just past the Convention Center. Immigration has certainly contributed to the variety of cuisines represented by local restaurants. I prefer the downstairs bistro, which offers great French country cuisine.
Prices are reasonable, the atmosphere is very pleasant.
One of my favorites. Great place to have a beer and a pastrami sandwich. It is located on Union Street, between Fountain and Washington Streets, very close to the Civic Center. Good pub, decent burgers, casual atmosphere, low prices. There are a lot of bars and inexpensive restaurants near the Civic Center.