Oleana is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

1. Oleana

9.3
134 Hampshire St (btwn Elm & Norfolk), Cambridge, MA
Mediterranean Restaurant · Inman Square · 129 tips and reviews

Sarah E.Sarah E.: Not to be missed mezze dishes are the warm olives with zaa'tar and the quail kebab--so delicious! Pass on the pork belly special unless you're partial to an unusually tangy aftertaste.

Boston MagazineBoston Magazine: If it were up to us, we’d craft our entire meal here out of the first courses; they’re just that satisfying. Read more.

susan z.susan zellmann-rohrer: Sultan's delight. Sultan's delight. Sultan's delight. Sultan's delight. It is the alpha and the omega. As close to chocolate as meat gets.

The Sinclair is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

2. The Sinclair

8.8
52 Church St (at Brattle St), Cambridge, MA
Rock Club · Harvard Square · 79 tips and reviews

Ronald T.Ronald Thompson: Great new venue for anal shows, and a small but exclusive collection of whiskies and bourbon in the main bar. I'd go back again for sure!

Boston.comBoston.com: Drink a Kentucky Luau: bourbon with hints of cinnamon, pineapple, and best of all, a floral scent that will leave you craving for more. Try it on the new roof deck. Read more.

ThrillistThrillist: After taking down some heavenly deviled eggs with crispy bacon bits and a trio of pastrami'd pork belly sliders, you'll want to take matters into your own hands with the Sinclair Burger. Read more.

Cafe Luna is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

3. Cafe Luna

8.3
612 Main St (Portland St), Cambridge, MA
Café · 124 tips and reviews

Grace D.Grace Dingledine: The lemon ricotta pancakes are incredible. The lobster Benedict is also good. Note that you can make reservations--even for brunch!

John S.John Stone III: Draw with crayons. Good beer choices

Rowan N.Rowan Nairn: eat delicious baked things and salads.

Border Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

4. Border Cafe

32 Church St (at Palmer St.), Cambridge, MA
Mexican Restaurant · Harvard Square · 257 tips and reviews

Pauline S.Pauline Schrei: My favorite place to come when I visit the area. Drinks are huge. They have vegetarian options on the back of the menu.

Harvard UniversityHarvard University: This Cajun/ Mexican restaurant has great food and atmosphere. Among the many dishes, don’t be afraid to try the Catfish New Orleans! But get there early or be ready to wait. Read more.

Alyssa B.Alyssa B: Best Chips!

The Coast Café is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

5. The Coast Café

8.8
233 River Street, Cambridge, MA
Southern Food Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

Jason T.Jason Tibbetts: Make this a weekly stop for fried catfish, fried chicken, mac+cheese or any of the other deliciousness on the menu!

Quincy C.Quincy Chang: Sure bets are the BBQ beef rib sandwich, anything with fried chicken, collard greens, mac and cheese, and the banana pudding. Don't go here on Sundays-- they're closed for church! Read more.

BaratundeBaratunde: Whatever money is inside your wallet right now, give all of it to this place in exchange for delicious food. Do it!

Cardullo's is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

6. Cardullo's

8.2
6 Brattle St (Palmer Street), Cambridge, MA
Gourmet Store · Harvard Square · 52 tips and reviews

Joseph R.Joseph Rosenfeld: If you love gourmet chocolate this is a great find. Speaking as a Chicago native, it's great to see the Vosges Haut Chocolate bar selection available, including the most up-to-date selections.

KatKat: They have a really good selection of imported chocolates and other gourmet items. It's the only place I can get Timtams and really good Jamon Serrano.

Aron L.Aron Levy: We miss you Francis Cardullo!

Charlie's Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

7. Charlie's Kitchen

7.8
10 Eliot St (at Winthrop St.), Cambridge, MA
American Restaurant · Harvard Square · 168 tips and reviews

Panther GoldPanther Gold: Get the steak tips, medium rare, and ask for them with rice and red sauce. Do it.

EsquireEsquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. Sit down, get a shot and a beer, order the famous Charlie's double cheeseburger, and shoot the shit with your buddies. Read more.

BravoBravo: Old school greasy spoon that really rocks at night with live bands for hipsters and harvard students alike. -Tania Peterson, Top Chef Just Desserts

Aceituna Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

8. Aceituna Cafe

7.7
605 W Kendall St, Cambridge, MA
Mediterranean Restaurant · Kendall Square · 51 tips and reviews

Rafal B.Rafal Boni: Both spicy chicken shawarma and falafel were fantastic. Loved the pickle and beets!

NN: The best shawarma in town! A MUST !! Chicken shawarma with pickles, garlic, onions, lettuce and fries 👅 craving it already !

RawanRawan: My favorite shawarma 😍

The Red House Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

9. The Red House Restaurant

7.7
98 Winthrop St (at John F Kennedy St), Cambridge, MA
New American Restaurant · Harvard Square · 46 tips and reviews

Lane R.Lane Rettig: Lobster fra diavolo was superb. Lobster is fresh and sweet and the pasta must be handmade.

mattmatt: Fifty cent oyster happy hour. Oysters do not suck.

Kenneth S.Kenneth Sim: $1 oysters baby! Treat yourself to a dozen.

Olecito is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

10. Olecito

12 Springfield St (Cambridge St), Cambridge, MA
Mexican Restaurant · Inman Square · 36 tips and reviews

Scott B.Scott Boni: Get a Torta. It doesn't matter which one because they're all delicious. Cool little take away spot AND there's Strawberry Jarritos :-)

Nathan P.Nathan P.: Carnitas burrito is amazing. Ask for a sticker.

todd s.todd stacy: Get a PuruzCard and always get 10% off! www.puruz.com

Henrietta's Table is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

11. Henrietta's Table

7.5
1 Bennett St (at Eliot St.), Cambridge, MA
American Restaurant · Harvard Square · 69 tips and reviews

HelenHelen: Pork loin for the win. The polenta that comes with has a nice tangy salsa that complements the dish well

nikhil k.nikhil kalghatgi: When you approach the hostess, say "I'll have Henrietta's Table, please." they love that.

Karen W. M.Karen W. Massey: Skillet is great if you understand what shirred eggs are.

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

12. The Cheesecake Factory

7.9
100 Cambridgeside Pl, Cambridge, MA
American Restaurant · East Cambridge · 76 tips and reviews

Başak K.Başak Kunduracı: Red Velvet is yummy👍

SomayaSomaya: variety of choices ,good price and generous restaurant ... I like it.💙💙

Calvin K.Calvin Koo: The Godiva chocolate cheesecake is awesome!

Bom Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

13. Bom Cafe

1093 Cambridge St (at Elm St.), Cambridge, MA
Café · Inman Square · 34 tips and reviews

Cleber G.Cleber Galvao: Great smoothies, good omeletts and delicious snaks. Try the acay bowl its great though.

Boston PhoenixBoston Phoenix: Definitely try the chewy, delicious pao de queijo- worth the trip out to Inman all by itself....but while you're there why not get a dessert, like the passion-fruit-and-coconut tart Read more.

ElenaElena: Such a cute, friendly little cafe! You can get a great omelet with a unique and delicious side of yucca home fries. Their homemade coffee is also better than you'd expect.

Four Burgers is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

14. Four Burgers

704 Massachusetts Ave (at Prospect St.), Cambridge, MA
Burger Joint · 65 tips and reviews

RannyRanny: Amazing burgers. The chipotle mayo is great too, and the portion of fries runs large, so get a small!

Chris L.Chris L: get the half and half fries

Hiroki M.Hiroki Murakami: Best. Burgers. Ever.

West Side Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Al Fresco in Cambridge.

15. West Side Lounge

1680 Massachusetts Ave (at Sacramento), Cambridge, MA
Lounge · Neighborhood Nine · 34 tips and reviews

SoozSooz: you must try the lavender grapefruit gimlet. So very tasty.

David L.David Lee: The normal bartender on Sunday is a mad chill dude.

Jennifer G.Jennifer Gochis: new look...new chef...new menu items & new drinks. Check it out!!