Monteverdi - Cambridge

Name: Monteverdi - Cambridge
Address: 40 Edwin H Land Blvd, Cambridge, MA, United States, 02142
Telephone: (617) 806-4100
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (70)

$31 to $50

Italian

40 Edwin H Land Blvd, Cambridge, MA 02142

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

Nestled along the scenic Charles River in historic Cambridge, Monteverdi features two bars, elegant dining spaces, and a patio with sweeping views of the city. While Monteverdi brags a premiere location and picturesque backdrop the real star is Chef Hector's exceptional Italian cuisine paired with expertly crafted cocktails and extensive regional wine offerings. Monteverdi combines authentic flavors with modern flair. A versatile venue to grab a casual meal, host a private dinner, or celebrate one of life’s special moments. Whether you're indulging in one of our fresh pasta dishes, enjoying the raw bar, or sipping on a bespoke cocktail, the stunning riverfront and skyline views add a touch of magic to every visit.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 806-4100
Website
https://www.monteverdirestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Hector Hernandez
Catering
Our catering program features exquisite Italian cuisine, perfect for corporate or social gatherings. We offer passed and stationary hors d'oeuvres, coursed dinners, raw bars, wine bars, and cocktail hours. With a focus on quality and presentation, our offerings ensure a memorable culinary experience that brings the flavors of Italy to your event.
Private party facilities
The River Room features floor-to-ceiling windows, flooding the room with natural light and providing unobstructed views of the city skyline. The tall ceilings add to an open feel creating the perfect ambiance for intimate gatherings or exclusive events. With complete privacy, the River Room ensures an intimate and serene setting for any occasion.

Location
40 Edwin H Land Blvd, Cambridge, MA 02142
Neighborhood
Cambridge
Cross street
Cambridgeside Place
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Public transit
5 minute from Lechmere MBTA Green Line 10 min walk from Kendall MBTA Red Line
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Whipped Ricotta$15.00
date honey, pistachio, mint, grilled focaccia
Burrata$22.00
wine poached peach, prosciutto di parma, pickled red onion, aged balsamic
Caprese$22.00
mozzarella di bufala, local tomato, basil pesto
Tuna Tartare$25.00
avocado, cucumber, radish, smoked chili aioli, ponzu, puffed rice crisp
Truffle Arancini$18.00
truffle aioli
Crispy Calamari$18.00
rhode island style, hot cherry peppers, lemon aioli
Prime Beef Meatballs$18.00
pomodoro, parmesan, basil
Grilled Octopus$24.00
pesto aioli, roasted potato, arugula, olive tapenade
Monteverdi Caesar$17.00
little gem lettuce, white anchovy, parmesan
Insalata Primavera$18.00
sliced apple, celery, onion, feta, toasted almonds, sun-kissed apple vinaigrette

Flatbreads

Margherita$17.00
fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil
Bresaola$21.00
mozzarella di bufala, arugula, roasted cherry tomato, hot honey
Norcina$20.00
tomato, fresh mozzarella, sausage, mushrooms

Pasta

Rigatoni Bolognese$30.00
homemade with beef, pork, and veal
Lobster Ravioli$36.00
'nduja sugo, fresh herbs
Bucatini Scampi$36.00
shrimp, cherry tomato, shallot, garlic, white wine, basil
Gnocchi Verde$28.00
basil pesto, kale, asparagus, tomato, pecorino
Spaghetti Vongole$36.00
manilla clams, garlic, white wine, chili flake
Black Truffle Ravioli$33.00
brown butter, truffle, shallot
Pappardelle$27.00
herb-roasted local mushrooms, leeks, white wine-miso sauce
Fusilli$25.00
gluten free & vegan friendly pesto, tomato, toasted pine nuts

Secondi

Roasted Organic Chicken$33.00
charred cipollini, broccolini, confit fingerlings
Grilled Salmon$34.00
cauliflower puree, grilled carrots, broccolini, roasted potatoes
Wagyu Burger$24.00
smoked cheddar, crispy onion ring, lemon-garlic aioli, lettuce, tomato, parmesan fries
Parmigiana$33.00
focaccia breaded chicken breast, buffalo di mozzarella, spaghetti with vodka sauce
Filet Mignon$62.00
8oz prime, grilled asparagus, mashed potato, veal demi-glace, roasted garlic-herb butter

Contorno

Truffle Parmesan Fries$14.00
Grilled Broccolini$10.00
Confit Fingerlings$8.00
Grilled Asparagus$10.00
Roasted Mushrooms$10.00
Grilled Carrots$8.00

What 70 people are saying

Monteverdi - Cambridge 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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
Great for outdoor dining
Greater Boston
Great for scenic views
Boston
Great for outdoor dining
Boston
Romantic
Boston
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Monteverdi in Cambridge offers a "great neighborhood gem" dining experience with a "fantastic" patio view of the Charles River. Guests rave about the "spectacular" food, particularly the pasta dishes. Service is "attentive and friendly," enhancing the warm ambiance. Ideal for both date nights and family dinners, Monteverdi is highly recommended.

70 Reviews

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Tony
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Beautiful al fresco dining experience with live music on Friday night. Creative and authentic Italian cuisine. Could not ask for a better location overlooking the Charles River. Special kudos to Stefanie who did a wonderful job as hostess on a very busy night.
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Dylan
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of, if not the, best patios and views in Boston. Everybody we encountered was great, the service was fantastic: friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. Lobster ravioli was delicious and the cocktails were terrific. I will be coming back soon and recommending often.
Monteverdi - CambridgeResponded on June 17, 2025
Hi Dylan, We are very glad to hear you enjoyed your time dining with us! Thank you for taking time to share your comments and we hope to see you again soon. Best, Monteverdi Team
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Kevin
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sat on the patio, WOW what a view! The food was amazing! We loved the buratta and the bolognese. Great selection of wines with a curated list as well. Our server and overall service from staff was wonderful, she made great suggestions and was attentive without being overbearing the entire dinner. We will certainly be repeating as often as we can. A great neighborhood gem in Cambridge.
Monteverdi - CambridgeResponded on June 17, 2025
Hi Kevin, We are very happy to hear you got the chance to enjoy the patio and enjoyed your experience. Thank you for taking time to share feedback! Best, Monteverdi Team
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pamela
Greater Boston3 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
First visit. It wasn’t bad. The staff is very young and trying perhaps too hard. The food was tasty but came too fast and the portions were too large for two women over 50. Would have been fine for younger men. For an upscale wannabe pricing was fine. Won’t rush back but if they survive and mature I will consider another visit.
Monteverdi - CambridgeResponded on June 17, 2025
Hi Pamela, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Best, Monteverdi Team
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Michael VIP
Las Vegas21 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Much better than I had expected. Beautiful setting and lots of selections with black truffle (always a good sign). Caesar salad came with silver Spanish anchovies which are much better than the atrocious salty brown anchovies that are usually served in other restaurants . Portions are right sized , well prepared and pleasing to the eye. Tiramisu was outstanding
Monteverdi - CambridgeResponded on June 8, 2025
Hi Michael, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the menu and got chance to try some of our favorites! We hope to see you again soon! Best, Monteverdi Team
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Anthony VIP
Greater Boston34 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dining on the porch overlooking the Charles River is lovely (in the right weather). Fortunately, the food and service were a match for the setting.
Monteverdi - CambridgeResponded on June 8, 2025
Hi Anthony, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your time and hope we can see you again soon! Best, Monteverdi Team
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JOHN VIP
Greater Boston685 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Service a bit slow due to kitchen as there were several group events. Otherwise quality food prepared well.
Monteverdi - CambridgeResponded on June 8, 2025
Hi John, Thank you for taking time to share your feedback. We strive to provide great service, and most importantly aim for everything to arrive in a timely manner. We appreciate your feedback and will learn from your comments to ensure great experiences going forward. Best, Monteverdi Team
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Sonja VIP
Greater Boston30 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service and good. Great views of the river. Nice place to enjoy food and eat inside our outside.
Monteverdi - CambridgeResponded on May 6, 2025
Hi Sonja, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are very happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us! We hope to see you again soon! Best, Monteverdi Team
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Amy VIP
Greater Boston70 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The food and service and view were all 5, but the atmosphere is not great. This should be a very busy place, but it’s not!
Monteverdi - CambridgeResponded on April 27, 2025
Hi Amy, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed both the food and service. Best, Monteverdi Team
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Laura
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our dinner was delicious. I had the rigatoni bolognese snd my friend went with the special lobster ravioli. Both were delicious and served very attractively. We were informed the lobster ravioli is being considered to be included on the menu as daily menu option. We recommend this idea. Next time I am in Cambridge I will be sure to return for dinner.
Monteverdi - CambridgeResponded on April 26, 2025
Hi Laura, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your time with us and also glad to know you to enjoyed the food. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Best, Monteverdi Team
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FAQs

Monteverdi - Cambridge does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Monteverdi - Cambridge also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 806-4100.

Monteverdi - Cambridge is rated 4.6 stars by 70 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

40 Edwin H Land Blvd, Cambridge, MA 02142

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Cambridgeside Place
Neighborhood
Cambridge
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Public transit
5 minute from Lechmere MBTA Green Line 10 min walk from Kendall MBTA Red Line
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Hector Hernandez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.monteverdirestaurant.com/
Phone number
(617) 806-4100
Catering
Our catering program features exquisite Italian cuisine, perfect for corporate or social gatherings. We offer passed and stationary hors d'oeuvres, coursed dinners, raw bars, wine bars, and cocktail hours. With a focus on quality and presentation, our offerings ensure a memorable culinary experience that brings the flavors of Italy to your event.
Private party facilities
The River Room features floor-to-ceiling windows, flooding the room with natural light and providing unobstructed views of the city skyline. The tall ceilings add to an open feel creating the perfect ambiance for intimate gatherings or exclusive events. With complete privacy, the River Room ensures an intimate and serene setting for any occasion.

Monteverdi - Cambridge

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Antipasti

Whipped Ricotta$15.00

Burrata$22.00

Caprese$22.00

Tuna Tartare$25.00

Truffle Arancini$18.00

Crispy Calamari$18.00

Prime Beef Meatballs$18.00

Grilled Octopus$24.00

Monteverdi Caesar$17.00

Insalata Primavera$18.00

Flatbreads

Margherita$17.00

Bresaola$21.00

Norcina$20.00

Pasta

Rigatoni Bolognese$30.00

Lobster Ravioli$36.00

Bucatini Scampi$36.00

Gnocchi Verde$28.00

Spaghetti Vongole$36.00

Black Truffle Ravioli$33.00

Pappardelle$27.00

Fusilli$25.00

Secondi

Roasted Organic Chicken$33.00

Grilled Salmon$34.00

Wagyu Burger$24.00

Parmigiana$33.00

Filet Mignon$62.00

Contorno

Truffle Parmesan Fries$14.00

Grilled Broccolini$10.00

Confit Fingerlings$8.00

Grilled Asparagus$10.00

Roasted Mushrooms$10.00

Grilled Carrots$8.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Monteverdi - Cambridge offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Monteverdi - Cambridge restaurant rated?

Is Monteverdi - Cambridge currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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