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The Maharaja, Cambridge, MA

The Maharaja

4.7
4.7
653 Reviews
$30 and under
Indian
57 JFK Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Great for scenic views
Located in a heart of Harvard Square, The Maharaja is the Top Indian restaurant in Boston/Cambridge. The Maharaja serves an authentic Indian cuisine in a stunning setting, with floor to ceiling windows overlooking bustling Harvard Square.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian
  • Hours of operation
    Weekdays: Open all day from 11:30AM to 10:00PM. Lunch Buffet (and a la carte lunch) from 11:30AM till 2:30PM. Dinner - 2:30PM-10:00PM. Weekends: Open all day from 12:00PM to 11:00PM. Lunch Buffet (and a la carte lunch) from 12:00PM till 3:00PM. Dinner - 3:00PM-11:00PM.
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Cross street
    Second Floor
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 653 people are saying

The Maharaja reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Maharaja offers a delightful dining experience with "great food and service" and "fantastic atmosphere." Located in Harvard Square, it provides "amazing views" and "authentic Indian cuisine." Guests appreciate the "friendly and attentive staff" and the "quiet, intimate setting." It's a "go-to place" for Indian dining in Boston.

653 Reviews
  1. Zach VIP

    Greater Boston268 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, service, drinks, and atmosphere. We always have a fantastic meal each time we come to The Maharaja and this visit was no exception. The meal was wonderful.

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  2. Mark

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Love Maharaja. Excellent food, service and ambience.

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  3. Sudhir

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice food. Good service. Definitely will go again when get a chance

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  4. Deborah

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff couldnl't have been more gracious and friendly,,and the food absolutely super. Unlike most restaurants except for the most posh and expensive ones, the noise level is conducive to intimate conversation. Maharaja is now on my list of go-to places.

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  5. Dani Ezzat

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our Server Suria was really excellent, would come back just for him

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  6. Zach VIP

    Greater Boston268 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had another wonderful meal at Maharaja thanks to another delicious meal, excellent service, and great drinks and atmosphere.

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  7. Gregory VIP

    Greater Boston32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Indian cuisine, and excellent service. Maharaja is the "go-to" Indian restaurant in the Boston area.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome place. I love the food here. Great staff. Really the best Indian restaurant in the Boston area!

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  9. Daniel VIP

    Miami14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service Ideal for large groups Will keep coming back

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  10. Pamela VIP

    Washington DC71 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Busy Harvard Square spot clearly popular with large groups of family and friends. Seated at a window-side table, our group shared paneer pakoras and spicy samosas to start. One diner had lamb vindaloo, another had paneer makhni, and one had tandoori salmon, all served with basmati rice. Everyone was happy with their meals. Our server was helpful in navigating the menu, and reasonably (not intrusively) attentive throughout the meal. Other staff were welcoming as we arrived and thanked us as we departed. The building entrance we used on JFK St. required climbing stairs (but had good hand rails). Wheelchair access is on the Winthrop St side of the building. This second-floor restaurant is then accessible via stairs and elevator, and restrooms were available within the restaurant on the main level.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

The Maharaja does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. The Maharaja also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 547-2757.

The Maharaja is rated 4.7 stars by 653 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for The Maharaja

57 JFK Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Second Floor
  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Hours of operation
    Weekdays: Open all day from 11:30AM to 10:00PM. Lunch Buffet (and a la carte lunch) from 11:30AM till 2:30PM. Dinner - 2:30PM-10:00PM. Weekends: Open all day from 12:00PM to 11:00PM. Lunch Buffet (and a la carte lunch) from 12:00PM till 3:00PM. Dinner - 3:00PM-11:00PM.
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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