Best Cosy Restaurants in West Cambridge

232 restaurants available nearby

1. Alden and Harlow

4.5

Price: Moderate

• American • West Cambridge

Booked 112 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.

2. Wusong Road

4.6

Exceptional(552)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Cambridge

Booked 65 times today

Wusong Road is Boston's premier Tiki Bar serving Chinese American bar bites and tropical Tiki inspired drinks by Chef Jason Doo. Hidden away on 112 Mt. Auburn street in Harvard Square, Wusong Road is located within the beautifully restored 100 year old historic Conductor’s Building and is your tropical escape from the bustling city streets outside. Famous for our hand-made baos, the best crab Rangoon you've ever had and the best Mai Tai in Boston.Wusong Road is a minority and LGBTQ owned business.

3. Harvest

4.6

Exceptional(5188)

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.

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4. The Hourly Oyster House

4.7

Exceptional(1421)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Cambridge

Booked 49 times today

The Hourly Oyster House is cozy due to its comfortable dining environment, friendly service, and a relaxed ambiance, as highlighted in several reviews. The restaurant is described as having a 'nice atmosphere' with a 'vibrant and welcoming neighborhood outpost' feel. The seafood-based menu and thoughtfully sourced oysters are the cherry on top of this cozy spot.

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5. Toscano Harvard Square

4.6

Exceptional(2424)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Cambridge

Booked 33 times today

A stone’s throw from Harvard’s ivied walls, surrounded by the bustling eateries, shops, and confectioners on Brattle Street (once called the King’s Road), Toscano’s second location brings the bright, fresh flavors of Tuscany to historic Cambridge.

6. SOURCE Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(556)

Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Cambridge

Booked 19 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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7. Russell House Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(2794)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cambridge

Booked 71 times today

Russell House Tavern is described as a 'cozy' place by many reviewers. It's a place where you can enjoy a casual lunch, after-work cocktails or a function in a comfortable setting. The ambience is praised as 'nice' and 'warm', creating a 'delightful and cozy' break from the usual. The light setting is also appreciated, adding a 'cozy' touch to the place. The friendly and patient staff, along with the good food and drinks, contribute to the overall cozy experience.

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8. Grafton Street Pub & Grill

4.6

Exceptional(1279)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Cambridge

Booked 39 times today

*New Address: 59 JFK Street, Cambridge MA*Originally opened in October of 1996, Grafton Street Pub & Grill has been a beloved institution of Harvard Square for over 25 years. Located at 59 JFK Street – the Gateway of Harvard Square – this neighborhood hot spot is named after the spirited cobblestone-lined shopping district near Dublin’s famed Temple Bar area. Grafton Street deftly combines a traditional Irish pub’s warmth and coziness with a contemporary and comfortable full-service restaurant. Formerly located at 1230 Massachusetts Avenue, Grafton Street relocated in March of 2022. The new location is on lower JFK Street just steps away from the Red Line MBTA stop and the Charles River. Grafton Street offers free parking for all guests that enter the Harvard Square parking garage after 5pm Monday thru Thursday, and all day Sunday.

9. Henrietta's Table

4.5

Awesome(4690)

Price: Expensive

• American • Cambridge

Booked 63 times today

"FRESH FROM THE FARM AND HONEST TO GOODNESS HOME COOKING"Henrietta’s Table opened its doors to a diverse and adoring public 20 years ago. In that time the restaurant has come to be the dining room of Nobel laureates, celebrities and New England Farmers. The Charles Hotel’s Executive Chef, Sean Lizotte, helms Henrietta’s Table and has designed a menu of "honest to goodness New England cooking."Henrietta's Table has been at the forefront of farm-to-table dining since before it was a trend or a hashtag. Located in the heart of Harvard Square, you don't need a degree to appreciate our simple, homemade flavors - just like you'd find in Grandma's kitchen. The Ritz cracker crusted scrod, Yankee pot roast and warm grain bowl are some of our guests' favorite dishes. Our menus rotate daily based on availability from our local farmers and artisans, pushing our chefs to constantly create mouthwatering dishes that let the ingredients shine.

10. Longfellow

4.8

Exceptional(343)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cambridge

Booked 26 times today

Award-winning chef and restaurateur Michael Scelfo's Longfellow Bar at Alden & Harlow is a neighborhood bar and restaurant located in the historic Café Algiers space directly above his flagship restaurant at 40 Brattle Street in Harvard Square. The food and drinks at The Longfellow Bar continue to explore Chef Scelfo’s forward-thinking approach to experiencing a meal around his kitchen counter. The menu features bar food that is intended to be passed and shared, allowing guests the opportunity to become immersed in a relaxed and tactile approach to eating; they’re encouraged to break bread and get their hands messy. Rooted in genuine hospitality and exceptional cocktails, the bar program follows Chef Scelfo’s ethos of taking simple ingredients and transforming them, incorporating unique flavors and textures.

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Amyvip
Greater Boston •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The eggplant parm is always a favorite. Our server, Katie, was far and above the best server we have had for any of our visits to Toscano.
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Toscano Harvard SquarePrice: Expensive• Italian• West Cambridge
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4.6
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Molly
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had such a lovely meal. The beets were especially delicious and the smoked brownie was amazing!
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Alden and HarlowPrice: Moderate• American• West Cambridge
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4.5
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Timvip
Greater Boston •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent as always. I don't know what I would do for lunch and conversation with colleagues in Harvard Square if it were not for Harvest.
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HarvestPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Cambridge
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4.6
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Joe
Cincinnati / Dayton •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Had a lovely meal and experience last night at The Hourly. Tasty oysters, creamy rich lobster bisque, wonderful brussels, etc. And the prices aren't terrible for Cambridge. We've recommended to others.
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The Hourly Oyster HousePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Cambridge
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4.7
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Vanderbilt
Nashville •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We sat at the bar—beautiful ambiance. Great drink offerings and the Bao was both cute AND delicious. Reasonably priced glassware available to buy, which is fun for collectors
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Wusong RoadPrice: Expensive• Asian• Cambridge
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4.6

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232 restaurants available nearby

1. Alden and Harlow

2. Wusong Road

3. Harvest

4. The Hourly Oyster House

5. Toscano Harvard Square

6. SOURCE Restaurant

7. Russell House Tavern

8. Grafton Street Pub & Grill

9. Henrietta's Table

10. Longfellow

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