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1. La Royal

4.7

Exceptional(85)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • Cambridge

Booked 21 times today

Maria Rondeau and JuanMa Calderón of Boston's award-winning Celeste (Eater Boston's 2018 Restaurant of the Year and Esquire Best New Restaurant) and Esmeralda in Vermont (Esquire's 2021 list of Best New Restaurant in America), open La Royal, their newest Peruvian restaurant down the block from their Cambridge home. While at Celeste, JuanMa recreates his mother’s rustic home-cooking that he grew up with in Lima, his menu at La Royal explores the varied cuisines throughout Peru, offering original takes on dishes from the country’s different regions. They also bringing the same spirit of curation and collaboration from both Celeste and Esmeralda to this project… at La Royal, they've collaborated with professor and award-winning cookbook author Darra Goldstein on a selection of macerated liquors. Maria, a trained architect, has designed the space to create an inviting, lived-in feel, with the kitchen at the heart of the whole project.

2. Alden and Harlow

4.6

Exceptional(4925)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Cambridge

Booked 125 times today

Located at 40 Brattle Street in Harvard Square, Alden & Harlow serves thoughtfully sourced, honest American food in a subterranean, modern and comfortable space. Replicating the style of cooking he does for family and friends in his home kitchen, Chef Michael Scelfo prepares humble, unpretentious food that honors tradition of place in its quality. It's how he connects with anyone who joins them at their table.While reservations are strongly suggested, we also save a portion of the dining room and bar for walk-ins in the event that your request cannot be accommodated. So please, come on in!Parties of more than 8, please call to make a reservation.

3. Wusong Road

4.7

Exceptional(684)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Polynesian • Cambridge

Booked 71 times today

Wusong Tiki Bar is Cambridge's local tropical Bar serving Chinese American bar bites and tropical Tiki inspired drinks by Chef Jason Doo. Famous for our hand-made baos, crab Rangoons and the best Mai Tai in Boston. Please note if there are no tables available our ground floor bar and 2nd floor bar are available for guests without bookings--subject to availability and during peak hours there may be a queue.All reservations are for a 90-minute experience, and we kindly ask that you respect the guests who follow.Wusong Road is a minority and LGBTQ owned business.

4. Branch Line

4.8

Exceptional(2659)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Watertown

Booked 34 times today

Hi Friends!Branch Line is a neighborhood rotisserie and wood fired grill in the Watertown Arsenal built on a foundation of personalized hospitality. Featuring a year-round patio. Branch Line offers something for everyone. Twenty taps continuously change and offer a great craft beer selection, while a curated wine list features bottles that are value-driven and also ready for any special occasion.The Crystal Valley Rotisserie Chicken spins and roasts in sight of nearly every table in the dining room while the fire roars under vegetables, fish, and meat. The "Little Chicken" menu is great for kids, too!

5. Harvest

4.7

Exceptional(5311)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Cambridge

Booked 63 times today

A steady Harvard Square presence for almost 50 years, Harvest embodies the ever-evolving spirit of Cambridge and deep respect for culinary tradition. Our seasonal menus marry the innovation of contemporary cooking with a timeless respect for American culinary traditions and an emphasis on local farmers and purveyors. Our spacious bar, fireside dining, and hidden gem of a patio each offer a welcome reprieve from the fast-paced world happening just outside our doors.Serving Lunch, Dinner, and Saturday/Sunday Brunch with seating on our seasonal outdoor Garden Terrace. We highly recommend making a reservation; outside tables are available weather permitting and may be requested but cannot be reserved or guaranteed. Harvest offers Private Dining from 15 to 60 people. Sit-down lunches, dinners, and receptions are just some of the Private Functions Harvest can provide.

6. Sycamore

4.9

Exceptional(2812)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newton

Booked 23 times today

Sycamore is a seasonally inspired, chef-owned neighborhood bistro in Newton Centre. Emphasizing locally sourced produce, fish and meat, our menu draws on classic European country food; rustic and wholesome. Our beverage program is designed to complement the cuisine. The wine list focuses on passionate small producers, our beers are by and large domestic craft selections and the cocktail list highlights classic drinks and sipping spirits.

7. SOURCE Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(610)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Cambridge

Booked 43 times today

SOURCE is a fresh, modern approach to the local gastro pub and pizza bar. Source is an innovative dining destination featuring rustic yet refined food, and an unmatched craft and local beverage program. Utilizing local and sustainable products and only the purest ingredients, SOURCE’s mission is to embrace the root of who we are and what we consume. Owned by Restaurant veteran Daniel Roughan, SOURCE offers guests the space to enjoy delicious quality authentic Neapolitan-style pizza cooked in a wood-fired oven. In addition to pizza SOURCE will offer an assortment of small plates, entrees and homemade desserts. SOURCE will be open daily for lunch and dinner as well offering an unforgettable brunch experience both Saturdays and Sundays. Welcome home, Welcome to SOURCE.

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8. Café Saint-Germain

4.6

Exceptional(42)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Somerville

Booked 9 times today

Café Saint-Germain is a cozy and elegant spot offering a blend of French-inspired dishes and freshly brewed coffee in a warm, inviting ambiance. Perfect for casual meetups or quiet afternoons, it combines classic bistro charm with modern comfort.

9. Josephine

4.6

Exceptional(372)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Somerville

Booked 53 times today

An homage to the variety in Italian food with a focus on wood fired pizza...Josephine is the latest concept from James Beard nominated Chef Michael Scelfo of smash hits Alden & Harlow, Waypoint, and The Longfellow Bar. Josephine is a celebration of family and food, focused on Italian favorites and simple pleasures.Josephine features deep dish & thin wood fired pizzas and whimsical riffs on classic Italian foods, all set in a lively space. A massive marble bar with craft cocktails, ice cold martinis on tap, and a huge out door space that's dog friendly with an outdoor bar and fire pit will bring you back again and again.

10. Moeca

4.8

Exceptional(602)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Cambridge

Booked 16 times today

Moëca is a neighborhood seafood focused restaurant inspired by Italy and beyond.

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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Would love if next time they wipe the Table in between dishes when they see a mess like popcorn
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Alden and HarlowPrice: Moderate• American• Cambridge
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4.6
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Paul
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Atmosphere in La Royal is a neat mix of open + personal -- high ceiling gives it loft, brick walls add authenticity, chefs cooking right behind the bar let you see where the food creativity happens, tall windows facing street put you 'in the neighborhood' atmospherically .. service is prompt + friendly, food is creative + delicious .. many good options. Would go again any time.
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La RoyalPrice: Expensive• Peruvian• Cambridge
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4.7
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thirthVIP
New York City •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Service was great! Jacob was very attentive and had some good recommendations. Ambience was nice overall as well. Only areas I can critique on is that their hollandaise sauce could have used a tad less citrus and been a bit more rich. Otherwise it was a good time!
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HarvestPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Cambridge
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4.7
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Katelyn
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Got bar seats and our Bartender was great! Always a good experience.
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Branch LinePrice: Moderate• American• Watertown
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4.8
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Cori
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 29, 2025
Always a hit. Tried the Thai creme brulee 👌🏻👌🏻 love the constant evolution of the menu
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Wusong RoadPrice: Expensive• Polynesian• Cambridge
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4.7

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