2. Amelia's Trattoria
8.2
111 Harvard St (at Portland St), Cambridge, MA
Italian Restaurant · 20 tips and reviews
Chrissy Boyles: always amazing food and wine - the mushroom pappardelle is absolutely velvety, but the again we’ve never had a bad meal here
Eric Andersen: The Pappardelle pasta here is excellent
Laura Wong: Very quaint and small restaurant, but very cozy. Reservations recommended, and they are not open on Sundays. Honestly nothing special or outstanding.
3. Orinoco
9.0
56 JFK St, Cambridge, MA
Arepa Restaurant · Harvard Square · 47 tips and reviews
ᴡ Martin: One of my favorite go to restaurants! The hot sauce!! The sangria! The waiters are all my favorites! The back patio is sublime! (Soo many exclamation marks)
Peter Boyce: The back patio seats 30, perfect spot on a summer evening. And the owner Marta is truly a gem of a host.
Jorge Pilo: Actually very authentic Venezuelan food. Try the Tequenos, our national pride.
4. Puritan & Co.
8.6
1166 Cambridge St. (Prospect St), Cambridge, MA
New American Restaurant · Inman Square · 63 tips and reviews
Dan Roberts: My favorite restaurant in Cambridge. The small plates are the best. Get the swordfish pastrami with mustard ice cream. The potato bread is addicting, we usually get upwards of three rounds ...
Eater: The single most essential Boston restaurant of the moment, in that here chef-owner Will Gilson is more thoroughly tackling a fresh perspective on New England cuisine than anywhere else in the world.
Eater: Chef-owner Will Gilson is more thoroughly tackling a fresh perspective on New England cuisine than anywhere else in the world. [Eater 38]
5. The Sinclair
8.8
52 Church St (at Brattle St), Cambridge, MA
Rock Club · Harvard Square · 79 tips and reviews
Cole Kennedy: Super cool vibe. Like, seriously good design. So much better than most rock clubs. Also a killer lineup of music (and beers).
Boston.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.
Thrillist: 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.
6. Little Donkey
8.2
505 Massachusetts Avenue (Norfolk), Cambridge, MA
American Restaurant · 45 tips and reviews
Matt Opsahl: The Grapefruit cocktail is the nectar of gods. Little Gem Salad, Manti and Cookie Dough great. Must return to try Raw bar / ceviche next time. This place is amazing.
Max: Really great fusion tapas. The raw bar has some rare items and there is a Portugal vibe throughout the menu.
Sofia Papastamelos: If you like small plates and different cuisines this is a great place for you. Always pretty crowded and food is great. Plates will sometimes rotate depending on the season.
10. Oleana
9.3
134 Hampshire St (btwn Elm & Norfolk), Cambridge, MA
Mediterranean Restaurant · Inman Square · 129 tips and reviews
skyle: Lovely spot in summer in the garden or in fall/winter in the lounge area which is cozy. The food is delightful but save room for the fabulous baked Alaska with perfectly burnished peaks of meringue.
Boston 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 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.
11. Olé
7.8
11 Springfield St (cambridge st.), Cambridge, MA
Mexican Restaurant · Inman Square · 49 tips and reviews
Terrence Beach: Wonderful selection of tequilas and mezcals. Pairs nicely with the Baja shrimp tacos or pork belly taco. Finish the night with a Torito and go home satisfied.
Stephen Hau: Table-side guacamole is a must.
Jake Smith: The Stuffed Peppers left a bit to be desired, but the table side guacamole and enchiladas were great Mexican fare.
Terence Michale: Off the menu Malaysian items is a must! Spicy Grilled Sting Ray, Kangkung belacan, red curry! You can request halal chicken for some items. Ask the owner.
Dorothy T.: Absolutely get a plate of the Peking ravioli! And the Peking duck. Yum!
Adam Hertz: Try the Pea Tendrils, they're awesome!