The Elephant Walk is one of The 13 Best Places for Amber Ale in Cambridge.

1. The Elephant Walk

2067 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
French Restaurant · Porter Square · 35 tips and reviews

Jarrod T.Jarrod Trainque: The avocat kanthor appetizer is awesome... Tuna tartar and avocado, with cilantro dressing.

Brian D.Brian Del Vecchio: The cucumber vodka martini is subtly delicious.

cynthia c.cynthia case: phenomenal food & ambiance...oh my..pricey but totally worth it

Atwood’s Tavern is one of The 13 Best Places for Amber Ale in Cambridge.

2. Atwood’s Tavern

8.6
877 Cambridge St (Willow), Cambridge, MA
Comfort Food Restaurant · East Cambridge · 65 tips and reviews

Jeremy K.Jeremy Krantz: They have an amazing patio, good food and a decent, rotating craft beer selection. Oh and good live music too.

Lynne V.Lynne Viera: One of the nicest outdoor patios in the city, built by the owner Patrick's brother

Kelley W.Kelley W.: Wild.Boar.Sausage. w/carrot salad. Yeah, this.

Oleana is one of The 13 Best Places for Amber Ale in Cambridge.

3. 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.

Alden & Harlow is one of The 13 Best Places for Amber Ale in Cambridge.

4. Alden & Harlow

8.4
40 Brattle St (Church St), Cambridge, MA
New American Restaurant · Harvard Square · 164 tips and reviews

Mike G.Mike G: Secret burger is great, burratta dishes are incredible, cocktail selection is fantastic and crafted with care and precision.

Senator John B.Senator John Blutarski: This ubiquitous kale salad is specifically delicious.

EaterEater: Its opening week went off impressively well, from an already-popular "secret" burger to a lively bar scene. Try it right away before the lines are perpetually out the door. Read more.

Cambridge Brewing Company is one of The 13 Best Places for Amber Ale in Cambridge.

5. Cambridge Brewing Company

8.0
1 Kendall Square, Building 100 (at Cardinal Medeiros Ave & Hampshire St), Cambridge, MA
Brewery · Kendall Square · 118 tips and reviews

Neilson A.Neilson Abeel: I liked this place a lot. Great food and friendly service. The porter was good but the amber ale was my favorite.

Chris C.Chris Cross: Great selection of beers (I had the tall tale ale) calamari and late bfast steak were amazing!! Definitely worth a visit whether it is for the food or the beer.

Boston.comBoston.com: An extraordinarily experimental local brew pub. Short rib poutine and a pizza topped with local foraged mushrooms are different from the usual pub fare, and an outdoor patio offers coveted seats. Read more.

Tupelo is one of The 13 Best Places for Amber Ale in Cambridge.

6. Tupelo

1193 Cambridge St (at Tremont St.), Cambridge, MA
Southern Food Restaurant · Inman Square · 67 tips and reviews

Emrecan D.Emrecan D: If you are in a southern food mood, this place offers geniune deliciousness! Try fried alligator with local cider!

Senator John B.Senator John Blutarski: The gumbo is so damned incredible. Available both at Sunday brunch and throughout the week, it has become a dining-out staple for everyone I know who tries it. Eat.

ThrillistThrillist: A side of bourbon syrup will take the flaky, fried goodness of Tupelo's Chicken and Waffles to the next level. Read more.

Grendel's Den Restaurant & Bar is one of The 13 Best Places for Amber Ale in Cambridge.

7. Grendel's Den Restaurant & Bar

7.3
89 Winthrop St (at JFK St), Cambridge, MA
Bar · Harvard Square · 107 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: With a Sandwich Menu that offers a diverse selection of wraps and sandwiches, it is tough to go wrong. Try the Grendel or take advantage of the toppings combos they offer for Chicken Sandwiches.

Boston PhoenixBoston Phoenix: If Beowulf showed up, [the bartender] would be like, 'Dude, take that metal armor off. It's not OK to wear that in the bar' ... Then he'd say, 'OK, what do you want?' " Read more.

BostonTweetBostonTweet: All food at Grendel's Den in Harvard Square is 1/2 price 7 nights a week from 5 to 7:30pm and 1/2 price Sunday through Thursday from 9pm-11:30

Christopher's Restaurant & Bar is one of The 13 Best Places for Amber Ale in Cambridge.

8. Christopher's Restaurant & Bar

7.1
1920 Massachusetts Ave (at Porter Rd.), Cambridge, MA
American Restaurant · Porter Square · 75 tips and reviews

Lois A.Lois Ardito: I was pretty happy with the homemade veggie burger. One of the best I've had recently.

Boston.comBoston.com: Clocking in at 23 oz., this is billed as the biggest Bloody in Cambridge. Just don't try to move it too far -- this baby is heavier than jazzercise weights. Read more.

Jake S.Jake Smith: Get the Toad burger.

Area Four is one of The 13 Best Places for Amber Ale in Cambridge.

9. Area Four

8.9
500 Technology Sq, Cambridge, MA
Pizzeria · Kendall Square · 209 tips and reviews

Minnie K.Minnie Kim: The Breakfast Sandwich is delish! Great brunch spot

Boston.comBoston.com: Two restaurants in one, both tailor-made for Tech Square: an all-day bakery-cafe attached to a sparse, industrial dining room with two wood-fired ovens. Read more.

Bryan Y.Bryan Yeager: It smells like a campfire, even when you sit outside. Great for Forrester-watching.

Lord Hobo is one of The 13 Best Places for Amber Ale in Cambridge.

10. Lord Hobo

8.1
92 Hampshire St (at Windsor St), Cambridge, MA
Gastropub · 120 tips and reviews

Lori-Jo S.Lori-Jo S: Awesome beer menu and really cool vibe - great 'out of the way' stop for beer lovers.

Boston.comBoston.com: There are 40 rotating taps, and, boy, do they rotate, with great rare beers. The bottle list is just as much of a treasure trove. The wait staff is knowledgeable and welcoming. Read more.

BostonTweetBostonTweet: 50 craft beers on tap and the Lord Hobo kitchen stays open until 1:30am on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

Cambridge Common is one of The 13 Best Places for Amber Ale in Cambridge.

11. Cambridge Common

8.6
1667 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
Pub · Aggasiz - Harvard University · 122 tips and reviews

Andy H.Andy Hill: Southern fried chicken is amazing. Lots of options from great breweries on tap as well.

Rob S.Rob Sheppard: If you're not sure what to go for, go with the 'Staff Pick'. Four 5oz beer samplers. Tasty!

Joe A.Joe Allen-Black: You must get the the sweet potato fries. Best I've had in a while.

Meadhall is one of The 13 Best Places for Amber Ale in Cambridge.

12. Meadhall

4 Cambridge Ctr (at Broadway), Cambridge, MA
Bar · Kendall Square · 187 tips and reviews

Marguerite A.Marguerite Avery: Best selection of beer on tap in the area. Including elusive black lagers, sours, and more. For food, try the latkes and the chicken wings.

Boston.comBoston.com: Abig space with a clean, industrial feel, but somehow it manages to be comfortable. Service is terrific, the food (local oysters and housemade bratwurst) is eclectic and there are 100 beers on tap. Read more.

BostonTweetBostonTweet: Over 100 beers on tap!

People's Republik is one of The 13 Best Places for Amber Ale in Cambridge.

13. People's Republik

878 Massachusetts Ave (at Lee St.), Cambridge, MA
Bar · Mid-Cambridge · 42 tips and reviews

CityRover M.CityRover Media: The cash-only bar maintains a good draft selection, with various New England micro brews for about $5 a pint (sorry, no Baltika here). They serve lunch, dinner, & brunch (“Bloody Trotskys” anyone?) Read more.

Amy G.Amy Galaviz: Drank my sorrows away.

Daniel J.Daniel Jared: Cash only.