Best Cheap Eats in Cambridge

Creative pizza slices with unique toppings. Counter-service pizzeria with slices and whole pies. Quick, casual, and fun flavor combinations.

Hokkaido-style ramen chain from Japan. Rich tonkotsu broth, perfectly cooked noodles, tender pork slices. Counter seating, quick service.

No-frills burgers and beer in Harvard Square. Late-night favorite, affordable prices, classic American.

Fast-casual vegetarian chain with seasonal menu. MIT-founded, locally sourced, innovative plant-based food.

All-vegetarian diner with vegan options. Comfort food classics reimagined plant-based. Retro diner atmosphere with modern values. Full bar.

Legendary thin-crust pizza since 1933. Cash-only neighborhood institution known for charred crust, spicy sausage, and lamb skewers. No frills, all flavor.

Harvard Square institution since 1971. Eclectic menu, half-price food with drink purchase before 7:30PM. Cozy basement setting, college-friendly prices.

Authentic Shanghai cuisine with hand-pulled noodles made to order. Soup dumplings (xiaolongbao) are signature dish. Modern casual setting.

Cambridge's oldest family and woman owned bar. Serving cold beer and warm friends since 1934. Iconic neighborhood institution with rich history and loyal following.

Best ramen in town. Authentic Japanese ramen with rich broths and fresh noodles made daily. Cozy space in Central Square with excellent tonkotsu and miso options.

Taiwanese-style dumplings and noodles. Hand-wrapped dumplings made fresh daily, extensive noodle soup menu. No-frills, cash-only, lines out the door.

Fresh lobster rolls at wholesale prices. Counter service, no frills, just incredible lobster. Cash only, lines common, worth the wait.

Family-run Chinese restaurant serving Cantonese and Szechuan classics since 1989. Generous portions, reliable quality, and neighborhood favorite. Full bar.

Irish pub with dance nights and events. Karaoke, trivia, and themed parties throughout the week.