Oak Bistro

Name: Oak Bistro
Address: 1287 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA, United States, 02139
Telephone: (617) 714-4696
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (320)

$31 to $50

American

1287 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02139

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2 people

Jul 9, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Step into Oak Bistro, the freshest addition to Inman Square, Cambridge, MA. Uncover American cuisine with a modern spin, influenced by global flavors. Our cozy setting welcomes young professionals, students, and families for an unforgettable culinary experience. Led by a chef-driven vision, we infuse diverse cultural influences, meticulous attention, and adaptability into crafting innovative and delectable dishes. Come share in the creation of enduring memories while supporting our vibrant local community.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Daily 11:00 am–2:00 am
Phone number
(617) 714-4696
Website
http://www.oakbistrorestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
1287 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02139
Neighborhood
Cambridge
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 320 people are saying

Oak Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

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Oak Bistro offers a "beautiful atmosphere" and "excellent service," making it a perfect choice for special occasions like anniversaries and birthdays. Guests rave about the "amazing food" with standout dishes like duck confit and grilled Spanish octopus. The restaurant's ambiance is "serene" and "relaxing," complemented by a "delightful experience" overall.

320 Reviews

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Rebecca VIP
Greater Boston32 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoyed our dinner at the Oak Bistro! Thank you for having us!
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Marc
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, fabulous service, lovely ambience. We could not have picked a better place for our anniversary dinner this year.
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Bob
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I hosted a party of ten and the service was excellent. Menu options for everyone. The apps and entrees were well prepared and delicious. Definitely worth visiting.
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Dorothy Lou VIP
San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 26, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Great food but otherwise an uneven experience. Our waitress was nice but when we came inside, two different folks behind the front desk ignored us (not even eye contact) before a third person finally walked up and said someone would help us soon. The interior is beautiful but the chairs are incredibly uncomfortable. The dessert menu looked good but no speciality coffee drinks (cappuccino, espresso, etc.) so we ordered decaf and it was practically hot water. Left our cups full on the table. So overall, I would return but only if we could eat outside or pre-select a booth and I would plan to order only apps/mains.
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Peter
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very enjoyable experience. Celebrating our anniversary and trying a new place we’d never been. The service was great very friendly and accommodating, the drinks and food were exceptional, absolutely delicious. We highly recommend and will be back for sure!
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Janice
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience at Oak Bistro. Great atmosphere and the food is always delicious
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Jenise
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on June 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Oak Bistro was recommended to us as a restaurant that manages allergens well, and they did not disappoint. Their wine selection was nicely curated and the guava mocktail I had was delightful. The grilled Spanish octopus was outstanding, by far the best I've ever had, and it was very nearly outdone by the accompanying roasted potatoes. The duck confit with saffron risotto was excellent, with a delicate orange sauce that enhanced, rather than smothering, the crisp, delicious meat. The panna cotta for dessert floored me. I had no idea you could do that with coconut milk! One of the best meals I've ever had, and all of it wheat- and dairy-free. The service was excellent, the seating comfortable, the atmosphere relaxing. Noise level was perfect, a nice background buzz of conversation that was never loud enough to interfere with our own conversation. On the whole, a delightful experience I would love to repeat.
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Vicky VIP
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on June 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very attentive service and good vibe in the restaurant.
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lisa VIP
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved this restaurant—everything was delicious and the atmosphere was so pleasant plus the staff are super friendly and helpful
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Laura VIP
Utah1 review
3.0
Dined on June 10, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
While our food tasted really good, we waited over 45 minutes to get any food served to us. Our waitress was very nice but it seems the kitchen staff were unable to keep up with the demand. We visited here on a Tuesday night at about 6 pm and we had a reservation.
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FAQs

Oak Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 714-4696.

Oak Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 320 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 9, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

1287 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02139

Additional information

Neighborhood
Cambridge
Hours of operation
Daily 11:00 am–2:00 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.oakbistrorestaurant.com/
Phone number
(617) 714-4696

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