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ArtBar, Cambridge, MA

ArtBar

4.1
4.1
740 Reviews
$30 and under
American
SEASONAL IGLOO DINING with breathtaking views of the Charles River and Boston Skyline, make ArtBar a neighborhood destination.

ArtBar is a warm, intimate retreat for food and art lovers located inside The Royal Sonesta Boston hotel in Cambridge, MA. The ArtBar boasts stellar selections from the hotel's world-class art collection while the restaurant features innovative, regional American cuisine, a well curated wine list and specialty cocktails.

RESERVATIONS:
Reservations are recommended. Due to our limited seating capacity, reservations for the outside patio can not be guaranteed.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 12 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Vegetarian / Vegan, Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Fri–Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (617) 806-4122

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Private party facilities

    For your next private dinner, holiday party or business meeting, gather at ArtBar for a memorable evening of contemporary art, local cuisine, fine wines and specialty cocktails, all in an intimate space overlooking the Charles River and Boston city skyline.We offer a spacious private dining room with its own entrance that can accommodate up to 40 guests. The ArtBar boasts stellar selections from the hotel’s world-class art collection while the restaurant features innovative cuisine, a well-curated wine list and seasonal specialty cocktails. A private bar is available upon request and our Wine Director would be happy to pair wine and spirits with your menu for a truly personalized and memorable evening.

  • Private party contact

    Elena Divic: (617) 806-4169

  • Neighborhood

    Cambridge

  • Cross street

    40 EDWIN LAND BLVD

  • Parking details

    Reduced parking rate with restaurant validation.

  • Public transit

    17 min walk from KENDALL/MIT on Red Line

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 740 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Boston

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Boston

    Great for scenic views

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Great menu options! With multiple food allergies, we were able to find something for everyone in our group! We would definitely return.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    Don’t waste your time here. The service is slow and the food came old cold. This is a below average hotel restaurant. The view is nice but not worth it.
  3. Stena

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience5
    Good ambiance. The noise level wasn't an issue either. I thought the service was terrible. It took nearly a half hour to get my drink because of some issue with the bartender. It also took a while for our food to be served. I dined here with my family to celebrate my wife's birthday. I sent my 18 yr old to order a dessert for her birthday, thinking it would come with at least a candle. I was wrong. There was no singing of Happy Birthday, or a candle, and the dessert (like everything else) was really late. For our troubles, we got a $10.30 discount! None of this is hyperbole. At least the food was good.
  4. larissad

    New England

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    I've been to ArtBar many times before and the food had always been great. But this time was really disappointing. The CORN FLOUR FRIED CALAMARI and the FRENCH FRIES were completely cold and soggy. The FLATBREAD was also cold the cheese wasn't even melted. I have no idea what's happened this time but I don't think I'm gonna be back so soon.
  5. MichaelL

    New England

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    The patio is on Cambridge Parkway which is very serene and quiet. It has a magnificent view of the Boston skyline. I had the ArtBar burger which was delicious. Cocktails were good too. However, even though our server was very nice, the service was very slow. It seems that they are understaffed...which isn't uncommon these days.
  6. Marina

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Firstly, we waited for our food good 30/35 minutes. My salmon toast was completely tasteless. The band was too loud.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Artbar was a lovely experience. It was great for a business dinner. The drinks were refreshing and the good was very appetizing.
  8. JohnG

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food and service. Have been there many times.
  9. MelanieC

    New England

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food2service5ambience4
    The service was impeccable. We loved our waitress. However, the food was quite disappointing. The calamari and chowder were flavorless. The burger was decent. The fries were really the only good thing we ate.
  10. BriannaF

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    It was what I think may have been a busy night. I had a reservation , but the service was quite slow. We waited quite some time for food and a check when we were ready to leave…
  11. Maeve

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful and friendly service! Food was delicious and such great value.
  12. AmyC

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great time. It took a while for us to get our food, but I don't think that is typical. It might have just been a busy day. Otherwise, great environment and good service.
  13. kgdiner

    Seattle

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We walked here from Kendall Square on a breezy, chilly spring evening. Sat in a cozy bubble on the patio. Food and service were very good. Nice view of the river.
  14. ArielM

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was great. Server was attentive. Good and drinks were amazing.
  15. dianeg

    New England

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for brunch and it was great! Food was good..spicy mimosa was different but good. Service was great we were not rushed at all. Place is not too big so def make a res. We would definately fo back
  16. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hidden gem. Incredible food and service. Will be back
  17. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Onion rings and wings are excellent. My friend liked his burger but mine was a little too salty but it was cooked just the way I asked. I'd come back
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Coastal Georgia

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience5
    For the cost the menu wasn’t worth it. The setting was nice and that’s it. Not worth the cost at all
  19. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    50 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    We had a very nice experience at this restaurant. We were surprisingly delighted with the quality of food. They were very tastey and reasonably priced. However, the kitchen service was slow. The drinks were so so, but decent. The decor were nice, like a long art gallery hence the name. We would come back again as long as we are not in a rush to eat.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took my dad for birthday brunch. And that man is so picky. And he enjoyed, loved the food. Our waitress Eneyda was on point. Excellent service. She made us feel like we were at home. Thank you Eneida. Definitely a 10+
  21. KMela

    New England

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I got their ArtBar burger. It was delicious! Service was excellent and fairly quick though the restaurant was crowded.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Table was roomy for a group of 7 and the music wasn’t loud enough to compete with our conversations. Food & drinks were inventive and delicious, it was a delight to see mocktails on the menu. Excellent group dining experience.
  23. AnnP

    San Francisco

    43 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2023

    overall2food3service4ambience1
    Empty. Depressing part of town. Veggies coldish. But very nice people.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great! Lunch food was really good.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 26, 2022

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    Turbo eating Christmas dinner. Meat was cold. Side dishes were good.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    57 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very pleasant staff and convenient for Saturday-Sunday brunch.
  27. LamarrF

    Raleigh

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Ordered the swordfish and it was missing both the tomatoes as well as the ragut.
  28. joanne

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for Thanksgiving dinner. And it was great! The food was wonderful and the staff was amazing. Overall just fantastic experience. We’re hoping they do something similar for Christmas day as well!
  29. KathrynR

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience2
    Our table was in the corner with no light - had to ask for a light and they didn’t have anything.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    The ArtBar is simply not a good choice for a date or dinner occasion. The cocktail list sought to be imaginative but lacked substantially in drink quality. One dish we had ordered was clearly forgotten about by the kitchen and never arrived. The staff were unable to clarify confusing meal descriptions on the menu. The decor inside the bar is a confusing mix of LED’s and fake fall bouquets. It was not made clear from the description that the bar is in a hotel. Finally, don’t expect anyone to answer the phone should you have to call for a reservation or lost item
  31. KatherineS

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    Save this as a last resort for dining options, and definitely skip the Boston faves, such as lobster roll and clam chowder. The food was mediocre at best and very expensive.
  32. PEJ4

    New England

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    I very much like the Artbar and use it as a go to restaurant. The food and service are consistently very good and the view while sitting outside is fantastic.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 12, 2022

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    Service was good, but food was not. It was very over cooked and dry.
  34. JoyH

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was fabulous. I wish I remembered her name, she is from Cambridge with glowing skin. Food was so delicious, I will order it again before I explore more options. The red sangria made all my taste buds perk up. We will be back Saturday!
  35. OpinionatedEater

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Food was OK but kind of bland. Nothing special. Scallops were fresh and good but they were drowned in a indistinct cream based sauce with little flavor
  36. carolynr

    New England

    11 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Noisy - dreadful. Like being in a cafeteria in a railway station
  37. JohnS

    New England

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2022

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    While Charles River and Boston views are great, or table of 5 didn’t have one. While our table was watered, no coffee was offered for 15 min as our waiter served a large table in another room. It was brunch and our party all ordered eggs; it took 25 min for food to arrive. My toast came a few minutes after my plate was served. We sought out the waiter for a second round of drinks. For $15/plate breakfast this too mediocre to recommend. Don’t expect an explanation or apology for mistakes or service problems; it won’t happen. Just go to Lincoln Tavern or the Broadway or a dozen other places in Uber distance and save yourself the disappointment.
  38. mariak

    New England

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Nice spot overlooking the Charles and the skyline of Boston. I had the scallops, which were supposed to come with a fancy lobster mac and cheese but they were happy to give me a cheese free version, and some sweet potato tots. The chocolate dessert was creamy and large enough for two. The only complaint was that I wanted some herbal tea with dessert and they didn't have any. I would recommend this if you want a view, good food and not ridiculous prices. They will validate your parking too!
  39. JkCJ

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Good Food and great service. Mimosas were full and vibrant with alcohol. great meal that I can't complain about.
  40. StephenP

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great brunch food, fabulous service, outdoor seating provided a lovely view of the Charles River and skyline.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

ArtBar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 806-4122.

ArtBar is rated 4.1 stars by 740 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 12 times today
Google Map for ArtBar

40 Edwin Land Boulevard, Cambridge, MA 02142

Additional information

  • Cross street

    40 EDWIN LAND BLVD

  • Neighborhood

    Cambridge

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Fri–Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Vegetarian / Vegan, Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Reduced parking rate with restaurant validation.

  • Public transit

    17 min walk from KENDALL/MIT on Red Line

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (617) 806-4122

  • Private party facilities

    For your next private dinner, holiday party or business meeting, gather at ArtBar for a memorable evening of contemporary art, local cuisine, fine wines and specialty cocktails, all in an intimate space overlooking the Charles River and Boston city skyline.We offer a spacious private dining room with its own entrance that can accommodate up to 40 guests. The ArtBar boasts stellar selections from the hotel’s world-class art collection while the restaurant features innovative cuisine, a well-curated wine list and seasonal specialty cocktails. A private bar is available upon request and our Wine Director would be happy to pair wine and spirits with your menu for a truly personalized and memorable evening.

  • Private party contact

    Elena Divic: (617) 806-4169

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