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A photo of Henrietta's Table restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4762)
Price: Expensive
• American • Cambridge
Booked 66 times today
"FRESH FROM THE FARM AND HONEST TO GOODNESS HOME COOKING"Henrietta’s Table opened its doors to a diverse and adoring public 20 years ago. In that time the restaurant has come to be the dining room of Nobel laureates, celebrities and New England Farmers. The Charles Hotel’s Executive Chef, Sean Lizotte, helms Henrietta’s Table and has designed a menu of "honest to goodness New England cooking."Henrietta's Table has been at the forefront of farm-to-table dining since before it was a trend or a hashtag. Located in the heart of Harvard Square, you don't need a degree to appreciate our simple, homemade flavors - just like you'd find in Grandma's kitchen. The Ritz cracker crusted scrod, Yankee pot roast and warm grain bowl are some of our guests' favorite dishes. Our menus rotate daily based on availability from our local farmers and artisans, pushing our chefs to constantly create mouthwatering dishes that let the ingredients shine.
A photo of Russell House Tavern restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2838)
Price: Moderate
• American • Cambridge
Booked 59 times today
A New American Tavern, Russell House Tavern is a comfortable gathering spot for every occasion-from casual lunch breaks on the patio to after-work cocktails in the upstairs tavern to functions in the private dining room and everything in between. Russell House Tavern delivers a seasonally-inspired menu of modern interpretations of American classics, including signatures like the R. House Burger, a selection of Tavern Pizzas and Steak Frites among other dishes. To complement the menu, Russell House Tavern serves an interesting collection of all-star American wines, and a locally-driven craft beer selection. The cocktail menu strikes a balance between familiar classics and modern hand-crafted recipes using only fresh juices, homemade syrups and infusions.
A photo of The Hourly Oyster House restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1479)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Cambridge
Booked 54 times today
The Hourly Oyster House is a vibrant and welcoming neighborhood outpost in the heart of Harvard Square, where guests can enjoy thoughtfully sourced and playfully prepared seafood and oysters from New England and beyond, as well as a carefully crafted selection of signature cocktails, beer and wine. With a focus on seafood, The Hourly serves up New England classics in a dynamic and airy space.
A photo of Toscano Harvard Square restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2485)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Cambridge
Booked 49 times today
A stone’s throw from Harvard’s ivied walls, surrounded by the bustling eateries, shops, and confectioners on Brattle Street (once called the King’s Road), Toscano’s second location brings the bright, fresh flavors of Tuscany to historic Cambridge.
A photo of Grafton Street Pub & Grill restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1299)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Cambridge
Booked 17 times today
*New Address: 59 JFK Street, Cambridge MA*Originally opened in October of 1996, Grafton Street Pub & Grill has been a beloved institution of Harvard Square for over 25 years. Located at 59 JFK Street – the Gateway of Harvard Square – this neighborhood hot spot is named after the spirited cobblestone-lined shopping district near Dublin’s famed Temple Bar area. Grafton Street deftly combines a traditional Irish pub’s warmth and coziness with a contemporary and comfortable full-service restaurant. Formerly located at 1230 Massachusetts Avenue, Grafton Street relocated in March of 2022. The new location is on lower JFK Street just steps away from the Red Line MBTA stop and the Charles River. Grafton Street offers FREE validated parking daily and all day Sunday just above the restaurant in the Harvard Square Parking Garage. The garage entrance is located at 20 Eliot Street.
A photo of Krasi restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1917)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Back Bay
Booked 66 times today
Krasi is love. Krasi is life. Krasi is wine, literally.Krasi is about conversations and the people immersed in them. It’s about new friends, old friends, and turning strangers into friends.With a Greek wine list of over 180 all natural and biodynamic selections, every pour tells a story. Our menu of regional Greek meze set the stage to feast like the gods. Uncover and rediscover Greece with us. Krasi is Greek, differently.
A photo of Forage restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1523)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Cambridge
Booked 15 times today
Forage is a farm to table neighborhood bistro in Cambridge right off of Harvard Square. Through partnerships with local farmers, fishermen, and foragers, ​we offer an ever-changing seasonal menu served in a comfortable setting. We offer tasting menus every night, and proudly accommodate all dietary restrictions. Wine pairings or non alcoholic cocktails are available to compliment your meal.The bar program at Forage ​works closely with the kitchen team's zero waste efforts to make innovative cocktails, using locally sourced ingredients. Bar manager Josh Watts is always up to something unexpected...​Forage also boasts an esoteric but approachable list of natural/biodynamic wines, curated by Teague Mitchell. We have special pours available every night, and often some open bottles that aren't on the menu... Just ask!Chefs Eric Cooper and Alycia Palame are drawing from global cuisine's to create a hyper local and increasingly creative menu. They invite you to join the adventure!
A photo of Café Saint-Germain restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(40)
Price: Moderate
• French • Somerville
Booked 13 times today
Café Saint-Germain is a cozy and elegant spot offering a blend of French-inspired dishes and freshly brewed coffee in a warm, inviting ambiance. Perfect for casual meetups or quiet afternoons, it combines classic bistro charm with modern comfort.
A photo of Buttermilk & Bourbon restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3532)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Back Bay
Booked 124 times today
Takeout and delivery services are available via our website and Uber Eats. There are three options for seating: Standard (Indoors), High-Top (Indoors), and Outdoors. If one of these options does not appear, it is because we are currently booked for that type of seating during the date and time you are seeking. We offer a fifteen-minute grace period and ask that you call us if you will be running late or your reservation may be canceled. We allow an hour and a half for a reservation of 2 guests and 2 hours for reservations consisting of 3 or more guests. All outdoor patio reservations are subject to being canceled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to seeing you soon!
A photo of Puritan & Company restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2235)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Cambridge
Booked 44 times today
Puritan & Company, led by Chef-owner Will Gilson, serves modern American cuisine, with particular emphasis on traditional New England fare, and not without occasional excursions into other ethnic ingredients and styles. Our mainstays are ingredients sourced from farms we know and locally to the extent possible, and always a sense of fun.Our dining room is a casual and fun place to dine. We love to share our excitement about the food and wine we serve like we would in our own home. Guests and their friends should feel comfortable in our friendly and even familial environment as we make our food and guest the number one focus.Our next door space, Puritan Oyster Bar, offers limited reservations via puritancambridge.com
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