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Catalyst Restaurant, Cambridge, MA

Catalyst Restaurant

4.7 (1681)
$30 and under
Contemporary French / American
300 Technology Square, Cambridge, MA 02139

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
Catalyst Restaurant is the culmination of Chef/Owner William Kovel’s culinary experiences in award-winning restaurants including Jardinière, Orerry and Aujourd'hui at Four Seasons Boston Hotel. The Catalyst dining experience centers on bright, simple food created from the season’s freshest local ingredients, serious French technique and an appreciation for the details that go into our guest's experience.

Catalyst Restaurant opened in 2011 as one of the pioneer businesses in Technology Square near Kendall Square and the MIT Campus in Cambridge, MA. Since that time, an influx of start-ups and big companies that have made Catalyst a hub for business lunches, after-work gatherings and private dining. In addition to restaurant seating, Catalyst offers a full menu at the bar, along with a specialty bar menu.


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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Contemporary French
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 576-3000
  • Website
    http://www.catalystrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    William Kovel
  • Catering
    events@catalystrestaurant.com
  • Private party facilities
    Beautiful custom weddings, rehearsal dinners, showers, & post nuptial brunches, corporate dinners and holiday parties. Seamless planning, award winning modern American cuisine & flawless execution
  • Private party contact
    Robyn Yee: (617) 576-3000
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    300 Technology Square, Cambridge, MA 02139
  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Cross street
    Main Street
  • Parking details
    We validate parking at Technology Square Garage (800 Technology Square)
  • Public transit
    Red Line Kendall/MIT
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

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What 1,681 people are saying

Catalyst Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Catalyst Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "attentive service." Guests appreciate its spacious, contemporary setting, making it ideal for special occasions. Highlights include the "lavender chocolate cake" and "perfectly paired wine dinners." While some service issues were noted, overall, it's a beloved spot for celebrations.
1,681 Reviews

  1. Taylor VIP

    Greater Boston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always. Great food. Best service. We got married here a year ago and celebrated our anniversary tonight and felt just as special.

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  2. Barry

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious, thoughtfully prepared food and attentive service.

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  3. Manuel VIP

    Miami - Dade15 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    My wife ordered Chichen with risotto and the risotto was terrible, was tasteless and looked more like a boiled Chinese rice. First and last visit.

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  4. Richard

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Personalized service for a reunion gathering. Food was extraordinary

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  5. Claudia VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the restaurant and the staff. Thank you for an impecable service

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  6. Allison VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Worst service I’ve had in years. Had to talk to the front of house to intervene and still was charged a mandatory 20% tip because it was a party of 6.

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  7. Adaleta

    Greater Boston21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first time at the restaurant. We were surprised that there were not a lot of people there on a Saturday night, at the busy time with graduations around. The restaurant is quite spacious and nicely appointed in a contemporary style. We enjoyed our dinner a lot. Appetizers were really delicious, the dips were great and each of the three very different in flavor. We were sharing them among 4 of us, and wished they came with more pita bread, but it was not a problem when we asked for more. Artichokes were scrumptious, and focaccia had a nice texture. We ordered branzino and cod dishes, as well as chicken and lamb. They were all very yummy, well prepared and served. Lavender chocolate cake was the best desert we ordered. Overall, we had a great time and even overstayed past the closing time, the staff was very gracious about it. Thank you very much!

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  8. Logan

    Charlotte2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for a business meeting. Ordered the fried artichoke and three dips (hummus, egg plant, hummus) for appetizers. There seemed to be nothing different between the two hummuses. Artichokes were good but i don’t understand why they put the sauce at the bottom (just put on side or drizzle on top). I got the Cobb salad with a perfectly cooked salmon and my clients got the steak bowls. The entrees combined with the friendly staff gives this page 4/5 stars.

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  9. BettyLou VIP

    Greater Boston24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Catalyst is our favorite go-to for special occasions, and last night we celebrated our 43rd anniversary. Catalyst never misses—from the friendly greeting, to the lovely seating, great food and wine, and great ambiance. Tables are spaced in such a way that one can carry on a conversation without difficulty, no matter how busy. And we’ve never had a bite there! We’ll be back!

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  10. Adrienne VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I remember wonderful family brunches in years past, so I jumped at the opportunity to return for Easter brunch. Catalyst does not disappoint. Still great food and service, a terrific bar, and the insanely popular Catalyst burger with all its decadence. The fanciful Easter decor took it to a whole new level of happy.

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FAQs

Catalyst Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 576-3000.

Catalyst Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1681 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
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300 Technology Square, Cambridge, MA 02139

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Main Street
  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Contemporary French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We validate parking at Technology Square Garage (800 Technology Square)
  • Public transit
    Red Line Kendall/MIT
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    William Kovel
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.catalystrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (617) 576-3000
  • Catering
    events@catalystrestaurant.com
  • Private party facilities
    Beautiful custom weddings, rehearsal dinners, showers, & post nuptial brunches, corporate dinners and holiday parties. Seamless planning, award winning modern American cuisine & flawless execution
  • Private party contact
    Robyn Yee: (617) 576-3000
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