Location: Cambridge
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Top Things to do in Cambridge
- 1. Mount Auburn Cemetery
- 2. Fenway Park
- 3. Coolidge Corner Theater
- 4. Davis Square
- 5. Harvard Art Museums
- 6. Freedom Trail
- 7. John F. Kennedy National Historic Site
- 8. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
- 9. Longfellow House Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site
- 10. Harvard Museum of Natural History
Massachusetts, United States Food Guide: 10 Seafood food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Cambridge
Find out what Seafood restaurants to try in Cambridge. Home to two of America's most prestigious universities, Cambridge exudes a certain intellectual quirkiness. A mix of historical haunts, student hang-outs, alternative art and culture venues, vintage clothing shops, bookstores and ethnic restaurants, the city is, well, really cool. Although it is located just across the Charles River from Boston, Cambridge has a distinct vibe that is noticeable immediately. Start at Harvard Square, a hub of activity and mishmash of trendy stores, outdoor cafes and colorful local characters. Pick up a walking tour map at the visitors information booth in the center of the Square. The route will take you past many important landmarks including the Mount Auburn Cemetery, Tory Row and the Longfellow National Historic Site. Harvard University offers student-led tours through the illustrious buildings and monuments of its sprawling campus. Art and architecture buffs should meander around the M.I.T campus, which includes outdoor sculptures by masters such as Picasso and 20th-century buildings designed by modern greats like Eero Saarinen and I. M. Pei. Along the way, browse through bookstores, stop to watch street performers and grab a coffee at an outdoor café to take in all this captivating city has to offer.
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10. Abe & Louie's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1842 reviews
Reviewed By SunriseSki
You enter for dinner (no reservation, no hope) and immediately you immerse into a lively typical American steakhouse, which probably felt exactly the same 50 or more years ago. Lots of staff taking orders, bringing food, lots of conversations, it does get a bit loud. The steaks are fantastic, as are all the sides and the wines. We loved every part of if. Impossible not to overeat. Will be back!
9. Atlantic Fish Company
Overall Ratings
4 based on 4679 reviews
Located in Bostonâs Back Bay, Atlantic Fish Company has been serving the freshest catch since 1978. All selections are exquisitely presented by a knowledgeable and efficient service staff in Atlantic Fish Companyâs wood-lined dining room or on the outdoor
Reviewed By FranM9598
We had another good meal at Atlantic Fish. We have been visiting this restaurant for 8 1/2 years during our trips to Boston. Our children always enjoy it as do we. The menu has changed and the prices have gone up. We had oysters and Georgeâs Bank Lemon Sole. Both were very good. Our son enjoyed the grilled calamari and Tuna. We will definitely continue our family tradition. Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
8. Muqueca
Overall Ratings
4 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By Alyssa112
Went for lunch at 2pm - 6 in our party. We reserved, thankfully, because apparently everyone else knows itâs a great spot for Sunday lunch! It was full and there was a line of people waiting to come in when we left. We love Brazilian food and were super pleased with Muqueca. Itâs a casual, simple place where all the effort is on the food. The bobo de camarao and the shrimp Muqueca (both very traditional dishes) were great! Also enjoyed the cod fish ball appetizer (portion comes with six large pieces so nice to share). Service was quick and good - wine available - options are limited for vegetarians, but the vegetarian in our group really liked the vegetarian platter they offer (fried bananas, rice, black beans, cooked kale). And yes, they have brigadeiros for dessert! Our price per person w wine was around $40. Highly recommend.
7. Saltie Girl
Overall Ratings
4 based on 285 reviews
Reviewed By mitrajavadi
Wow, this place! The food was just amazing, we literally ordered everything from the lobster roll to the oysters to the hand rolls. Everything was over expectations! Service was great as well, and their drinks was amazing, we will def come back!
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6. Legal Sea Foods
Overall Ratings
4 based on 944 reviews
The signature dish at Legal Sea Foods â really fresh fish. Itâs a scientific fact that seafood is the healthiest protein, so itâs no wonder that Legal Sea Foods located nearby MIT and a whole catch of biotech office buildings in Kendall Square would be su
Reviewed By cwaddle
There are several locations, but go to the Harborside location. And make reservations! Very busy and very good food. Waiter kept blaming the busy bartenders for our slow drink service, but I think it was the waiter. But all in all a lovely evening. Oyster bar and sushi as well as all types of seafood. Very well run for such a busy large restaurant.
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5. Island Creek Oyster Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2033 reviews
Reviewed By syan0vich
I did not eat the oysters but couldnt find much choices in fish products.The salmon I oredered was quite good but the salad they had underneath lefta lot to be desired.
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4. The Red House Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 357 reviews
The Red House specializes in locally-sourced, European & Mediterranean inspired cuisine. Our seasonally changing menus features a variety seafood, poultry, and pasta dishes, many of which are prepared with greens and vegetables from our organic farm in Wi
Reviewed By RCBMTL
We where 5 on a tour group and where looking for a light lunch and a refreshing drink. We made the best choice for us because there is on the menu a lot of so called * small plates dishes * we all picked a different plate and every one was really happy that we stopped at this place, as we had not make a reservation, we where offered the little terrace but that is what we were looking for anyway. The service was perfect and fast, and for the beer lovers, they do offer local beer !!
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3. Thelonious Monkfish
Overall Ratings
4 based on 226 reviews
Reviewed By Navybluetravel
This is an average place with very average bland Asian food. I am so surprised that the food is rated so highly on trip advisor. We ordered two different fried rice-based dishes. I turns out both use the same fried rice batch which gets mixed with the protein you order. One of the dishes was sea food fried rice and there was a piece of meat in it, perhaps left from another mix-in. The sashimi dish looked as if the pieces of raw fish have been sitting and waiting to be served for quite some time. The taste of the food is âpan-Asianâ, really hard to trace to any country on the continent. And the food is pricey.Hi there, we are so sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your experience. We work very hard to ensure that our guests are satisfied with their experience(s) with us. Thank you for your feedback and if you choose not to return we wish you the very best of luck in your future dining ventures!
2. Alive and Kicking Lobsters
Overall Ratings
4 based on 183 reviews
Reviewed By emgeller
Great neighborhood gem. Located on a residential street tucked between houses this lobster shack is top quality. Love the local vibe and great on a summer day.
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1. The Hourly Oyster House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 191 reviews
Reviewed By 699JaneM
We ate lunch here during an afternoon visit to Cambridge and had a nice meal. Service was great, as is the atmosphere. Oysters were outstanding, food was solid.
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