Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Cambridge

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Cambridge? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Midsummer House Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (436)

£41 and over

British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Please note that if your desired booking time is not showing as available we ask that you phone us on 01223 369299 and we will do our best to accommodate you.

As Midsummer House forges ahead into its third decade, Daniel Clifford’s elegant, sophisticated modern British cooking continues to evolve. For over twenty years, passion and creativity have skilfully shaped the menu at Midsummer House, showcasing the finest seasonal produce and offering a contemporary British dining experience of the highest quality.

Important: Foods in this restaurant are processed in a kitchen that produces dishes with milk, wheat, soybean, fish, nuts, eggs, and egg products.

Top review

Jason

Dined 3 days ago

Exceptional experience and a perfect afternoon. Cannot wait to return. Liam, who was primarily responsible for taking care of us, was a delight and made the experience highly memorable and entertaining.

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4.8

4.8 (48)

£26 to £40

Chinese

Cambridge

About the restaurant

At The Dumpling Tree, we take pride in serving handmade dumplings, fresh rice noodles, and authentic Yunnan dishes. From traditional Chinese favorites to modern Yunnan delicacies, every dish is prepared with care and bursting with flavour. Whether you're joining our immersive dumpling-making classes or savoring our attentive service, we ensure a delightful experience filled with lasting memories.

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Lucinda

Dined 2 days ago

An absolute pleasure to celebrate my daughters 18th birthday here at the weekend. The service was relaxed but attentive, the food was glorious, fresh and plentiful. The drinks were varied, beautifully made and served quickly. The atmosphere was very relaxed, we felt right at home. Not too noisy but ambient enough not to feel stuffy. The table was roomy, especially for 9 and we had plenty of room. All in all it was a very enjoyable visit and I would most definitely recommend.

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Experience

Make your own dumplings! (Dumplings Masterclass)

Kibou Cambridge

4.7

4.7 (82)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Cambridge

About the restaurant

KIBOU Japanese restaurant and bar in Cambridge is a chic new addition to the city, and the perfect spot to enjoy a leisurely lunch or dinner.
Located at 7a Jesus Lane, home to the Pitt Club, and formerly Pizza Express, the venue features eye-catching murals and digital animations, alongside stunning Japanese floral and foliage installations.
Light and airy, The Mirror Room centres around a large Japanese cherry blossom tree, whilst the seductive Oak Room focuses on a large wisteria tree set against a backdrop of plush fabrics and artwork.
There’s also a relaxed cocktail lounge and dining area, featuring an open sushi and hot kitchen, and a standalone spirits and cocktail bar.
The menu has all your favourite dishes from Japan, including steaming bowls of ramen, a selection of bao buns, crisp tempura and handmade spiced pork gyoza, plus work of art sushi and sashimi sharing platters, seasonal specials and A5 Grade Japanese wagyu.
Their Japanese-inspired afternoon tea is a must try too!

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Dee

Dined 2 days ago

Fantastic good.. helpful staff… good ambience and decor.

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Experience

Teishoku (定食) Set Lunch - £16.90

Experience

Japanese Afternoon Tea

Experience

Vegetarian Japanese Afternoon Tea

The Orator

4.2

4.2 (529)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Nothing delights quite like The Orator, serving up contemporary British food, cocktails, beer and wine. Set in a stunning Victorian gothic venue with high ceilings bathed in swathes of natural light.

We can offer private dining for up to 20 in our private Dining Room used to host guests of the Cambridge Union Society, recently including Dua Lipa and Robert de Niro. For larger groups, we have a number of different rooms throughout the venue to cater for any occasion.

Speak to our events team at enquiries@theoratorcambridge.co.uk for more information on all private hire options.

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John

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent lunch, well prepared and served. Very good price

Sticks'n'Sushi - Cambridge

4.7

4.7 (173)

£26 to £40

Sushi

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Just a short walk from the prestigious Cambridge University and across from the Corn Exchange, we offer a vibrant dining experience in a historic setting. Enjoy our quality sushi and grilled sticks amidst student chatter, shoppers and locals alike. A sushi restaurant - even for those that don't like fish.

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Christos

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Food is always amazing in this place, new plate additions regularly but the quality is always great! They even got better with the desserts! Saturday night, super busy, but the service was very good. Very high quality overall, highly recommended.

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Experience

NEW Temaki Mori for International Sushi Day

The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie

4.4

4.4 (10521)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie serves all-encompassing, contemporary British menu.

Top review

Vivien

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent service. Food amazing Will definitely visit again

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Popular dish

The Ivy Classic Shepherds Pie

Popular dish

Traditional Fish and Chips

Popular dish

Eggs Benedict with Pulled Ham

The Hole In The Wall

4.4

4.4 (367)

£25 and under

Pub

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Gastro Quality Food in a Beautiful Setting
If you’re looking for delicious, hearty, gastro pub food served in a traditional rustic setting, then you’ve come to the right place. Our little country pub, situated in the picturesque parish of Little Wilbraham, Cambridge has been serving famished farmers and thirsty villagers since the 16th century.

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Rebecca

Dined 2 days ago

This was our first visit to the Hole in the Wall at Little Wilbraham. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. There was something for everyone in our party on the menu, food was all cooked to perfection and portions were generous, though not too much as to be off-putting. Service was friendly, attentive, went the extra mile, but not at all intrusive. It was busy, as Father's Day, but it didn't feel crowded. We will definitely be back!

The Grantchester Green Man

4.6

4.6 (170)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

The Grantchester Green Man encompasses the warmth and charm of a quintessential British Pub, paired with a menu that covers all tastes. Conveniently situated on the outskirts of Cambridge and Grantchester Meadows, it is the perfect destination venue for all kind of get togethers and celebrations.

Along with our restaurant and bar, The Grantchester Green Man also boasts an amazing terrace and garden area for guests to enjoy a more casual dining experience in stunning surroundings with external bar and grill.

Dogs are very welcome in our bar, terrace and garden areas.

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Jurgita

Dined 2 days ago

Great food, amazing atmosphere, friendly staff! Highly recommended

The Folio Bar & Kitchen

4.5

4.5 (212)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

The Folio Bar & Kitchen rewrites the food and drink script for the storied city of Cambridge. Follow as our creative chefs compose home-cooked classics full of clever twists and inspiring turns, including mouth-watering Dish. Featuring plant-based experiments, vegan and vegetarian dishes, and favourite drinks are all given a wonderfully-crafted modern rethink. Be captivated in our relaxed dining and drinking spaces where we blend the historic with the contemporary to ensure your time with us is filled with indulgence and inspiration.

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Karen

Dined on May 17, 2025

Limited vegan choices, but food was tasty. Lovely service. We got a dessert for our anniversary which was very kind

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Experience

Weekday Lunch with Complimentary Parking

Experience

Afternoon Tea at The Folio Bar & Kitchen

Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cambridge

4.2

4.2 (1427)

£25 and under

British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Take a seat at Bill's next time you're in Cambridge. It's one of our most tucked away and historic restaurants, and we think you'll agree it's special. Pop in and explore our diverse menu, with breakfast, brunch and lunch options aplenty, including many gluten-free choices. Planning a graduation celebration? Look no further. Settle into our vibrant dining area for dinner and cocktails, and raise a glass to your achievements. Whether you're showing off your cap and gown or a proud parent or visitor, we've got a table for you at Bill's Cambridge.

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Gary

Dined 4 days ago

Vibrant atmosphere for a decent, reasonably priced meal. Quick and easy, and busy!

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Experience

Small Group Dining Menu

Experience

Set Menu for Celebrations

Experience

Celebration Set Menu

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