Location: Cambridge
Top Restaurants in Cambridge
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
Where to eat Bar food in Cambridge: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Best Bar restaurants nearby. Discover the best Bar food in Cambridge. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Bar restaurants near you.. 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.
Things to do in Cambridge
10. Meadhall
Overall Ratings
4 based on 226 reviews
Reviewed By Makho S
I had high hopes for this place, but was quite disappointed. Service was bad. Sausage was too dry, and had nothing in common with real German wurst. Burger was average. Beer was sour.
9. Russell House Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 876 reviews
Through the red-brick sidewalks and hidden back alleys of Harvard Square rises the latest neighborhood tradition: Russell House Tavern.
Reviewed By mwats2323
Despite the relatively good rating score for this restaurant as I read the reviews I didn't see the enthusiasm you would expect. So I expected an "ok" dining experience. We got a lot more. Harvard Square restaurant options have become increasingly expensive but seldom deliver the value one would like. This one does at reasonable prices. We stayed with small plates; shrimp cocktail & shrimp tacos, shared one of their margarita pizzas, a couple of salads & kale & barley bowl. Kept it light as the 4 of us were going to a show. Drinks menu was just the right size; great choices but tight enough that they knew what they were doing for mixed drinks, excellent selection of beers (draft & bottled) and what I look for; interesting choices of wines by the glass.Service throughout was flawless; if you're lucky you'll have the engaging & knowledgeable Chloe as your server. Nice evening, so we took advantage of outdoor seating.We'll be back.
8. Boston Burger Company
Overall Ratings
4 based on 252 reviews
Reviewed By Valverden
You certainly have heard this 100 times, but the Boston Burger Company certainly has one of the best burgers in Mass. Not only the burgers, everything we have tried here is delicious!! This time I had the Killer Bee and the onion rings were delicious. The home made chip are also great.
7. Beat Brew Hall
Overall Ratings
4 based on 284 reviews
Created by the team behind Boston favorite The Beehive, Beat Brew Hall brings a modern twist to a traditional beer hall experience in Harvard Square. It is a tradition that Europeans have enjoyed for centuries - communal tables where friends and strangers
Reviewed By doctorao
An excellent place to cool off on a hot afternoon walking around Harvard. Very good food from the pizza to the salad. We even had a great vegetarian(no eggs or any meat) dish. The service is very courteous and quick. The beer and drinks refreshing. We stopped for lunch because of the good reviews and heard music being played by a band from Venezuela and a Colombian singer helped us enjoy lunch on a hot humid Sunday.
6. Border Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 897 reviews
Reviewed By travelgman
I like to come here for drinks with friends; the food is good, but not exceptional. It has a lively, fun vibe and if you're not looking for fine Mexican cuisine, you will not be disappointed.
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5. The Druid
Overall Ratings
4 based on 158 reviews
Reviewed By incumeg9
I don't know why this place has so many high ratings. Their menu is very limited and the burger I had was below average. I would not recommend this place or go back.
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4. Highland Kitchen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 261 reviews
Highland Kitchen is a family-owned neighborhood restaurant and bar located "up the hill" in the heart of Somerville. HK has been delivering American comfort food, well-crafted cocktails, friendly service and a killer jukebox since 2007.
Reviewed By Matthew G
This is such a great spot. Cool, hipster vibe, great service (Victoria), and the food is always simple and delicious. We enjoyed an early family dinner on a recent Saturday. If you donât want to wait for a table- get there at 5pm when they open. Our favorites include the deviled eggs, the chicken liver toasts, the black bean burger, the shrimp and grits, and the grilled gruyere cheese sandwich with house-made tomato soup. Insider tip: there are a few parking spots behind the restaurant if you get lucky!
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3. Little Donkey
Overall Ratings
4 based on 200 reviews
Global inspired small plates and raw bar in Cambridge, MA. Little Donkey is the latest restaurant from James Beard Award-winning chefs Ken Oringer and Jamie Bissonnette of Boston's beloved Toro, Coppa and Toro in NYC, Bangkok and soon to be Dubai. Located
Reviewed By ejcrowe
My partner and I met my nephew and his girlfriend for a long, leisurely dinner here last week. We sampled lots of small plates from all over the menu and were impressed with everything. The calamari, the cucumber salad, the Brazilian cheese bread, and salted cod beignets were particular standouts.
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2. East Side Bar & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 213 reviews
Reviewed By Forrest L
Small local venue that is a happy place with excellent drinks and food. But the service is even better. Just a store front along the very commercial section of Cambridge Street and parking is a challenge but worth the effort. Italian as good as Federal Hill pin Providence and better than most in the North End of Boston.
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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