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Little Donkey, Cambridge, MA

Little Donkey

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4.7 (2175)
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
505 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139

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2 people
7:00 PM
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About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Innovative
  • Neighborhood gem
We’ve only got one rule: there are no rules. Our menu is an eclectic mix of global flavors, inspired by our chefs’ travels around the world. From Istanbul meat ravioli to ramen cacio e pepe, our menu is always unique and forever evolving. With a full raw bar, vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options, we’ve truly got something for everyone. Owned and operated by James Beard Award Winning Chef Ken Oringer, Little Donkey has been serving global tapas in Central Square since 2016

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, International, Dessert
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Ken Oringer
  • Private party facilities
    Little Donkey offers family-style options as well as a la cart, specially selected to accommodate any occasion. Our culinary and beverage teams will work with you to come up with the perfect wine, beer and artfully crafted seasonal cocktail selections to suit your needs. Please visit our website or email jai@littledonkeybos.com for more information
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Cross street
    Norfolk Street
  • Parking details
    Currently street/meter parking. There are also parking lots on our block that are incredibly convenient such as Green Street Parking Garage, Franklin Street Garage, Metered lots on Bishop Allen Ave in between Essex St and Norfolk St and Norfolk St and Douglass St.
  • Public transit
    Easily accessible by the RED LINE at CENTRAL SQUARE or the Number 1 BUS.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,175 people are saying

Little Donkey reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Little Donkey offers a vibrant dining experience with an "amazing menu and energetic atmosphere." Guests rave about the "diverse dishes with unexpected flavors" and "fantastic service." Its tapas-style offerings ensure a "remarkable taste exploration," making it a "must-visit" in Cambridge. While some find it slightly noisy, the lively vibe and creative cuisine keep patrons returning.
2,175 Reviews
  1. Nicole

    Greater Boston34 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    All the food was fantastic! First time visiting and it did not disappoint. Cocktails were a little sweet and pricey (comparable with Boston). The shrimp bao buns were to die for! The octopus was perfectly cooked. Halibut ceviche was so fresh! The burrata snap salad was my absolute favorite! The spicy sauce for the chicken sandwich turned it totally up to 100! Also really loved the Bangkok noodles! Great time. Can’t wait to go back!

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  2. Amy VIP

    Greater Boston18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This is a fantastic chef-driven restaurant. The food was unbelievably good! Our server was great, as were the support staff. Our only critique was that they took our empty plates away too quickly, while we still had some sauce on them! Our server was great about helping a member of our party decide on a glass of wine, as a perfect substitute. It was a fast-paced meal, but overall. we did not feel rushed. The starters, snacks and mains were all fantastic. A bit dear, but worth it. The ambience was lively, hip, and we appreciated the open 'garage' door on a warm summer night. Perfect place to have an exceptional dinner in Cambridge Sq before seeing a play. We look forward to coming back for another special occasion!

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  3. DavidA

    Greater Boston16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The taste exploration is remarkable …you likely have not experienced such a variation of flavors

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  4. Stephanie

    Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our 7 time back in the past year. We bring out-of-towners here and always love our visit! We order our favorites and try a few new things, and then those also become our favorites! Definitely visit Little Donkey. Even our vegetarian friend found plenty to love!

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  5. Caroline VIP

    Phoenix6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious! We had a fantastic experience. Service, food and atmosphere were great. Highly recommend!

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  6. Zach VIP

    Greater Boston280 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another visit with amazing food, service, and atmosphere. As usual, Little Donkey did not disappoint. They have the most amazing food choices, the best servers, and they always bring in a crowd. They keep us coming back.

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  7. Samantha VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super fun and yummy menu - could come here for back to back meals and have a completely different experience each time. Will be back

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  8. paul

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Divine food, superb service (Sienna is awesome), nice vibe.

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  9. Karen VIP

    New York City20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and drink! Shockingly great cheeseburger. Only complaint is that it’s impossible to have a conversation—it’s so loud. The place needs serious acoustic improvement.

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  10. Kimberly VIP

    Greater Boston18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything we ordered was perfection! Can’t wait to come back - truly fun & upbeat place to have excellent and unique bites.

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FAQs

Little Donkey offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Little Donkey also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 945-1008.

Little Donkey is rated 4.7 stars by 2175 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
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505 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Norfolk Street
  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, International, Dessert
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Currently street/meter parking. There are also parking lots on our block that are incredibly convenient such as Green Street Parking Garage, Franklin Street Garage, Metered lots on Bishop Allen Ave in between Essex St and Norfolk St and Norfolk St and Douglass St.
  • Public transit
    Easily accessible by the RED LINE at CENTRAL SQUARE or the Number 1 BUS.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ken Oringer
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Little Donkey offers family-style options as well as a la cart, specially selected to accommodate any occasion. Our culinary and beverage teams will work with you to come up with the perfect wine, beer and artfully crafted seasonal cocktail selections to suit your needs. Please visit our website or email jai@littledonkeybos.com for more information
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