Inman Square
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Inman Square

Inman Square
1 - 2 hours

About This Exhibition

Inman Square is where Cambridge residents go when they don't want to deal with tourists. This unassuming intersection at Cambridge Street and Hampshire Street quietly houses some of the best restaurants in the city — from Oleana's James Beard-lauded Mediterranean to the dive-bar burgers at B-Side. No T station keeps it delightfully under-the-radar. The square also features the beloved 1369 Coffee House, vintage shops, and a tight-knit community vibe that feels more neighborhood than destination.

Exhibition Highlights

1
Oleana — James Beard Award-winning Mediterranean
2
1369 Coffee House — Cambridge institution since 1992
3
No T station keeps it authentically local
4
Best restaurant-per-block ratio in Cambridge
5
Vintage shops and community gathering spot

Visitor's Advisory

  • 1.Make reservations at Oleana — it books up weeks ahead
  • 2.1369 Coffee House is perfect for a quiet afternoon
  • 3.No T access — walk from Central Square (12 min) or bus
  • 4.The Draper's building mural is worth photographing
  • 5.Weekend dinner crawl between 3-4 restaurants is the move

Arriving by Rail

Central
12 minute walk
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Where to Eat Nearby

All Inman Square restaurants →

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Always accessible; restaurants typically 5pm-10pm dinner service

Admission

Free

Address

Cambridge St & Hampshire St, Cambridge, MA 02139

Best Time to Visit

Dinner service (5-9pm) for the restaurant scene. Weekend mornings for café culture.

Accessibility

Accessible urban area; no T station (bus routes available)

Inman Square

Culinary destination & neighborhood charm

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Curator's Note

Generations have stood in this exact spot, thinking similar thoughts.

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