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New location with full specialty cocktail bar - Season To Taste, Cambridge, MA

Season To Taste

4.8
4.8
1698 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:30
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
Season to Taste focuses on celebrating the seasonal bounty of New England by using fresh local ingredients while also incorporating influences from Southern home cooking and traditional European cuisine. With the open kitchen and craft-cocktail bar in the spotlight, Season to Taste is the perfect setting for a casual yet elevated dining experience.

Our patio is open weather dependent and is availble on a first come first serve basis.

We accept reservations via OpenTable for the main dining room for parties of up to 6. For larger parties, please call the restaurant or email nick@seasontotaste.com.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Location
    1678 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
  • Phone number
    (617) 826-9037
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, European, Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Metered parking is available on Mass. Ave.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Sam Day

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Experiences

  • Chef's Tasting Menu at Season to Taste

    US$25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    The Chef's Tasting Experience takes you on a culinary journey through our menu where Chef walks you through each dish including flavors & techniques. Parties will be seated at our Kitchen Counter overlooking our open kitchen so you feel part of the action! Perfect for a fun night out! Menus change every 8 weeks. Details: - 6 course tasting menu for $80 per person. - Please inform us ahead of time of any allergies or dietary restrictions - 2 hour limit to the space - We do two seatings on weekends (Fri-Sat) at 5:30pm & 8:00, and anytime 5pm-8pm Sunday-Thursday - $25/pp non-refundable deposit required to book (goes towards the check) - 20% gratuity will be added to all checks - Optional beverage pairing add-on for $50

  • Graduation Dinner A la Carte Menus

    US$25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    28 May 2025 - 29 May 2025
    On Wednesday May 28th & Thursday May 29th, we will be featuring a special prix fixe menu across the restaurant for Harvard Graduation. Any parties of more than 2 guests should reach out to the restaurant directly for booking tables (617-826-9037, or info@seasontotaste.com). Parties of 2 are able to book through OpenTable at our bar & counter areas where the prix fixe menu will be available to order as 'a la carte'. There is a $25/pp non-refundable deposit that will be applied to bill on the day of your reservation.

Private dining

Menu

Season To Taste's menu was last updated 2025-03-15.

Starters

  • Cheddar & Thyme BiscuitUS$7.00

    served with house pickles, pimento cheese butter add country ham for $5

    • Country HamUS$4.00

  • Blistered Shishito PeppersUS$12.00

    malt aioli, crispy shallot

    • Salmon BoulettesUS$12.00

      salmon belly fritters, remoulade, house slaw

      • add 1 bouletteUS$4.00
      • add 2 boulettesUS$8.00

    • Smoked Fluke PâtéUS$15.00

      cheddar biscuit chips, grainy mustard, pickled shallot

      • Tuna PokeUS$16.00

        sweet potato pakora, mint chutney, house hot sauce aioli, herb salad

        • Smoked Trout ToastUS$17.00

          charred chive crema, pickled baby veg, smoked roe, crispy capers

          • Citrus SaladUS$16.00

            cara cara, gem lettuces, crispy brussels, pomegranate vin, pepitas, green goddess

            • Kale CaesarUS$16.00

              black garlic caesar, sweet potato croutons, pepitas, grana

              • Grilled BroccoliniUS$14.00

                black eyed pea hummus, hushpuppies, tahini honey vinaigrette, herb salad

                • Moroccan Spiced CarrotsUS$16.00

                  kataifi-wrapped feta, watercress, sumac honey

                  • Parisian GnocchiUS$21.00

                    foraged mushrooms, roast shallot, lacinato kale, kabocha squash, gruyere

                    • Fried ClamsUS$16.00

                      new england style clam chowder, bacon lardon, pickled chili salad

                      • Cajun Shrimp & GritsUS$21.00

                        heirloom grits, andouille gumbo, pickled shallot

                        • Short Rib PresséUS$18.00

                          braised collards, cool ranch sunchokes, pepperoncini relish

                          • Crispy Pork RibsUS$17.00

                            morimoto glaze, quince slaw, jalepeno

                            • Add One RibUS$5.00
                            • Add Two RibsUS$10.00

                          Dessert

                          • S'mores TartUS$11.00

                            chocolate, graham cracker crumb, toasted fluff

                            • Carrot CakeUS$12.00

                              cream cheese ice cream, carrot caramel, candied pecans

                              Last updated: 15 March 2025

                              What 1,698 people are saying

                              Season To Taste 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

                              4.8
                              4.8 based on recent ratings
                              • 4.8Food
                              • 4.8Service
                              • 4.7Ambience
                              • 4.6Value

                              Noise • Moderate

                              Loved For

                              • Boston

                                American

                              Review summary

                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                              Season To Taste in Cambridge offers an exceptional culinary experience with a "chef's tasting menu" that is "delicious" and "flawless." Diners rave about the "creative and outstanding" dishes, attentive service, and "warm and welcoming" atmosphere. Vegetarian options and inventive flavors make it a "gem" in Boston's dining scene.

                              1,698 Reviews

                              1. Amrita

                                San Francisco5 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 1 day ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Absolutely phenomenal! We had heard rave reviews about Season to Taste from friends and finally had a chance to go. From our reception to seating at the chef's counter, we could not have enjoyed the food or company more. Chef Sam spent time explaining each dish, which was so intentional and thoughtful. We will be back for many seasons to come!

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                              2. maxwell VIP

                                Greater Boston27 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 4 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 4
                                Food was original and creative without being silly. Also beautifully presented. Waitstaff was especially attentive to one diner's food allergy concerns.

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                              3. Jamillah

                                San Francisco2 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 5 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 4
                                Meal and service were excellent, S2T never disappoints.

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                              4. Mary VIP

                                Greater Boston34 reviews

                                4.0

                                Dined 6 days ago

                                1. Overall 4
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 4
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Love this place, Food is always outstanding, new tastes done with style.

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                              5. OpenTable Diner

                                Greater Boston2 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on 5 March 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 4
                                Every starter and entree was so tasty. The meal was like a flavor journey. Highly recommend a late seating when the noise level goes down and the atmosphere relaxes. Great service too!

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                              6. OpenTable Diner

                                San Francisco2 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on 4 March 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Food was fantastic, service was great. Parking was ok. Overall great experience

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                              7. Randy VIP

                                Charleston24 reviews

                                4.0

                                Dined on 26 February 2025

                                1. Overall 4
                                2. Food 4
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 3
                                Great food & service!! A little light on the ambiance

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                              8. Amo

                                Phoenix4 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on 25 February 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Great food and service. Very friendly staff and amazing drinks

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                              9. Jerry

                                Greater Boston13 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on 25 February 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 4
                                Had chefs tasting menu at chefs counter. The food was creative, all courses interesting and delicious. The chef was great with his disquisitions on the dishes. Overall a superior dining experience; yet without pretense.

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                              10. Larry

                                Greater Boston45 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on 23 February 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                The menu selection is excellent, the dishes delicious and creatively prepared, and the service cordial and efficient. This was our sixth visit, and we certainly plan to return. Seasons to Taste is a small and somewhat noisy restaurant that caters to a younger clientele than us senior citizens; but each time we have dined there--always reserving in advance--the restaurant has honored our request to be seated in a corner spot. We know the Boston metro restaurant scene quite well and are very choosy. In our judgment, Seasons to Taste, in quality and choice of cuisine, ranks with the very best; and the cordiality of the staff is an extra plus.

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                              FAQs

                              Season To Taste offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 826-9037.

                              Season To Taste is rated 4.8 stars by 1698 OpenTable diners.

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

                              Make a booking

                              2 people
                              19:30
                              Booked 28 times today
                              Experiences are available.
                              Google Map for Season To Taste

                              1678 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

                              Dining areas

                              Additional information

                              • Phone number
                                (617) 826-9037
                              • Price
                                $31 to $50
                              • Cuisines
                                American, European, Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
                              • Hours of Operation
                                Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
                              • Dress code
                                Casual Dress
                              • Parking details
                                Metered parking is available on Mass. Ave.
                              • Payment Options
                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                              • Executive Chef
                                Sam Day

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