Oleana is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

1. Oleana

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

Fran M.Fran Martin Martinez: Expensive, BUT really high quality, exquisite, awesome service. Perfect for special occasions...

AntonioAntonio: Great restaurant for dates and special occasions. Food is delicious and the service very attentive. Get the sultan's delight and moussaka, they are amazing!

Oliver H.Oliver Ho: Everything is delicious. Quail kebabs are tasty if small.

Giulia is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

2. Giulia

8.3
1682 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
Italian Restaurant · Neighborhood Nine · 45 tips and reviews

ShivesaliveShivesalive: Halibut Crostini was delicious! Flatbread with ramp pesto was FABULOUS. Spearpoint oysters were on point.

Bari S.Bari Saltman: They'll make almost any of the dishes vegetarian if you ask! The bucatini and farfalle were both amazing.

Mitchell M.Mitchell Marsman: Treating menu, and pasta are the best!

Puritan & Co. is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

3. Puritan & Co.

8.9
1166 Cambridge St. (Prospect St), Cambridge, MA
New American Restaurant · Inman Square · 63 tips and reviews

David C.David Carr: Swordfish Pastrami, Octopus, Burrata. Excellent cocktail program and friendly bartenders.

EaterEater: 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.

EaterEater: Chef-owner Will Gilson is more thoroughly tackling a fresh perspective on New England cuisine than anywhere else in the world. [Eater 38]

Alden & Harlow is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

4. Alden & Harlow

8.6
40 Brattle St (Church St), Cambridge, MA
New American Restaurant · Harvard Square · 164 tips and reviews

Ryan N.Ryan Nixon: Innovative cocktails and great ambiance. Brunch was great, shared 3 plates between 2 people

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.

The Abbey is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

5. The Abbey

8.6
1755 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
Bar · Aggasiz - Harvard University · 11 tips and reviews

Sara S.Sara Sigel: Teeny little patio and always have tasty specials. Great service too! 🍷🥘🍞

Jeffrey Z.Jeffrey Zhao: Good here is real good. Try the fresh baked pretzels as an appetizer and the avocado chicken for an entree

Kerstin Y.Kerstin Yocis: Darrin is a fabulous server !

Helmand Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

6. Helmand Restaurant

8.4
143 1st St (at Bent St), Cambridge, MA
Afghan Restaurant · East Cambridge · 71 tips and reviews

Adrián G.Adrián García: Great place, very different type of food and the lamb and bread were just great.

ChristianChristian: Great place. Get anything with pumpkin in it.

Pablo G.Pablo Goldbarg: Kaddo is the best appetizer ever!

bisq is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

7. bisq

7.9
1071 Cambridge St., Cambridge, MA
New American Restaurant · Inman Square · 21 tips and reviews

ReserveReserve: Sure to get you in a winning spirit, BISq offers Glazed Lamb Ribs made with pomegranate glaze and chermoula (Moroccan marinade). Read more.

Yu-MeiYu-Mei: Beef heart anticuchos, homemade burrata and whatever the specials are. Table seating is better than the cramped place settings at the bar at the open kitchen. Or head to the cozy bar alcove behind.

Adam S.Adam Sigel: Great place to get a glass or two of wine and try a couple small plates. We had savory vidalia onion churros last time. It’s like an onion ring only better in every way.

Orinoco is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

8. Orinoco

8.9
56 JFK St, Cambridge, MA
Arepa Restaurant · Harvard Square · 47 tips and reviews

Jeffrey Z.Jeffrey Zhao: Lamb chops are amazing. Make sure to try the hot sauce too

Peter B.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 P.Jorge Pilo: Actually very authentic Venezuelan food. Try the Tequenos, our national pride.

Toscano is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

9. Toscano

8.1
52 Brattle St (Story), Cambridge, MA
Italian Restaurant · Harvard Square · 32 tips and reviews

Connor F.Connor Ferguson: Solid food, comparable to plenty of places in the North End, but more convenient for those of us on this side of the river. Very helpful waitstaff, especially when it comes to wine recommendations.

Jisoo M.Jisoo Min: The tiramisu is to die for.

Divya M.Divya Mulanjur: Really liked this place. Very friendly staff and the recommendations for wine a e food were perfect. Had the Sauvignon blanc wine. Very nice place for a date. And the staff will pamper you :)

Cafe Sushi is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

10. Cafe Sushi

8.5
1105 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
Sushi Restaurant · Mid-Cambridge · 54 tips and reviews

Pierrick T.Pierrick Thébault: Best sushi platter in Cambridge. Very affordable.

Nash O.Nash Overstreet: Get the Omakase.

Kendall P.Kendall P.: Get the chef's choice option and sit at the bar. You learn more about the fish and you'll try something new and guaranteed to taste great!

Zinneken's is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

11. Zinneken's

8.6
1154 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
Café · 65 tips and reviews

Nhon M.Nhon Ma: Now two kind of waffles: liège (from dough with Belgian pearl sugar) and Brussels (light and crispy). Both authentic Belgian waffles !

Ally P.Ally Pike: Excellent service and great espresso drinks - we shared both types of wafflels because we couldn't decide between chewy or crunchy - glad we did because they were good contrasts to each other!!

Arman S.Arman Suleimenov: Berries insanity!

Koreana is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

12. Koreana

8.1
154 Prospect St (at Broadway), Cambridge, MA
Korean Restaurant · 43 tips and reviews

NaiaraNaiara: The food was amazing. The service was very good too. Make a reservation because it is usually very crowded for dinner on weekends.

Alicia K.Alicia Kosasih: Definitely one of the best Korean restaurants in Boston/Cambridge neighborhood. Go for the Jumullok Galbi and Scallion Pancake. With even great side dishes served, you can't go wrong with this place.

Shannon B.Shannon Barry: This is my favorite Korean place in the area! The service is nice and the food is amazing!!

Lord Hobo is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

13. Lord Hobo

8.5
92 Hampshire St (at Windsor St), Cambridge, MA
Gastropub · 120 tips and reviews

Lee A.Lee Allen: The burger was great. The bartender was awesome. The draft list was amazing. I would frequent this place regularly if I lived in Boston.

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.

Brick & Mortar is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

14. Brick & Mortar

8.8
569 Massachusetts Ave (at Pearl St.), Cambridge, MA
Cocktail Bar · 107 tips and reviews

MarvinMarvin: Yummy cocktails. Ask for the Sentimental Gentleman. It's not on the menu but a great bourbon.

ThrillistThrillist: The Scotch/ Benedictine/ Nux Alpina "Sentimental Gentlemen" is as delicious as it is creative. Read more.

Margaret C.Margaret Cody: Enter through the unmarked door next to Central Kitchen. Chill atmosphere and very tasty cocktails.

The Mad Monkfish is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Cambridge.

15. The Mad Monkfish

8.4
524 Massachusetts Ave (btwn Brookline & Pearl St), Cambridge, MA
Sushi Restaurant · 76 tips and reviews

YaseminYasemin: Very vegan friendly Asian fusion restaurant, great cocktails, nice vibe, and live Jazz. Service is rather slow but food is very fresh and delicious. Definitely try the sweet potato roll.

Austra Z.Austra Zubkovs: The cranberry crab rangoon is unreal.

CBS LocalCBS Local: Good: Papaya Salad. Better: Tori Katsu with Basil Leaf. Best: Personable waitstaff and whimsical atmosphere. - Rachel Leah Blumenthal, CBS Boston Read more.