Restaurants near Cambridge, MA

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Tall Order

4.7 (142) reviews
· New American
· $

Somerville At this Somerville instant classic from the team behind Daiquiris and Daisies, you’ll be enticed by inventive cocktails (including plenty of low- and no-alcohol options); half a dozen or so New England craft beers on tap; and a leveled-up menu of bar snacks and hearty plates from crispy duck sliders to steak frites.

Lehrhaus

4.8 (895) reviews
· Jewish
· $$

Somerville Here’s a true original — a combination tavern and “house of learning” (or lehrhaus in German) dedicated to Jewish culture. That means classes and book clubs, but also a savory kosher pescatarian menu (the pastrami is made from beets, the “chopped not-liver” from eggplant and nuts) that goes way beyond deli fare.

Waypoint

4.3 (102) reviews
· Seafood
· $

Cambridge Seafood lovers, rejoice: At this instant Cambridge classic from chef Michael Scelfo (Alden & Harlow, Josephine), the menu teems with oysters, shellfish towers, and crudos; lobster pasta and chopped clam pizza; seared and fried fish (plus a steak and a burger if you insist) — and the wine list is brilliantly chosen and best of all, fairly priced.

The Smoke Shop BBQ- Harvard Square

4.5 (585) reviews
· BBQ
· $

Harvard Square The Smoke Shop BBQ brings Texas-style brisket, baskets of fried catfish, and mac ‘n’ cheese bites with house-cured bacon and other indulgent delicacies to the heart of Harvard Square.

Bosso Ramen Tavern

4.5 (1.1K) reviews
· Japanese
· $

Cambridge You’ll want to settle in at one of the wood-slab tables at this modern-style Japanese establishment on Harvard Square for the alternating ramen specials, the innovative sushi offerings, and the imaginative izakaya-style snacks (edamame hummus, anyone?).

Zuzu's Petals

4.7 (517) reviews
· Wine Bar
· $

Cambridge This cozy Cambridge spot— the work of Alexandra Whisnant (gâté comme des filles) and Robert MacLean (Picnic & Pantry) — serves all the essentials: wine, cheese, and impeccable dessert.

Cicada

4.7 (1.2K) reviews
· Vietnamese
· $

Central Square Here’s something you don’t find on every corner: A low-key, greenery-filled café dedicated to Vietnam’s centuries-old coffee culture, complete with custom roasts and a variety of hot and cold coffee-based beverages.

Bluestone Lane - Harvard Square

4.3 (506) reviews
· Australian
· $$

Harvard Square

Mimi's Chuka Diner

4.9 (270) reviews
· Chinese
· $

Union Square At this buzzy Somerville spot, the atmosphere reads New York City diner, but the food might surprise you. Chūka cuisine (or Chinese cuisine viewed through a Japanese lens) takes the stage here, and you can expect signature dishes like sweet-and-sour pork and matzo ball wonton soup.

Bar Enza

4.4 (3.2K) reviews
· Italian
· $$$

Harvard Serving quality Italian trattoria-inspired fare within the Charles Hotel, this spot is a Cambridge staple for a celebratory meal or weeknight happy hour.

Oleana

4.8 (14K) reviews
· Mediterranean
· $$$

Cambridge Every meal feels like a celebration at the beautiful Oleana, where a friendly waiter will help you navigate the mind-boggling, spice-laden meze that critically-acclaimed chef Ana Sortun has dreamt up.

Josephine

4.4 (65) reviews
· Italian & Pizza
· $

Somerville Beware, you might just want everything on the menu at this stylish restaurant.

Cambridge Common

4.7 (2.1K) reviews
· American
· $

Cambridge This Porter Square fave remains that way thanks to its Hearty pub fare like the 1667 Burger, made with melted cheddar, bacon, pickles and special sauce on an onion roll.

Darling

4.7 (922) reviews
· Dim Sum
· $

Cambridge It’s a dark cocktail lounge from longtime industry veterans with an inventive, daily changing cocktail menu that plays with Chinese flavors.

Barra

4.5 (817) reviews
· Mexican
· $$

Somerville, Union Square Barra stands out in a sea of tacos and margaritas by replicating the experience of a contemporary Mexico City bar.

Vera's

4.7 (266) reviews
· American
· $$

Union Square

Saigon Babylon

4.6 (896) reviews
· Vietnamese
· $$

Cambridge Husband-and-wife team Vinh Le and Duong Huynh have taken over to install a restaurant, bar, and “coffee garden” serving colorful cocktails and Vietnamese-accented fare.