Best Date Night Restaurants in Cambridge

Working-man's oyster bar with New England seafood. Fresh catches daily, craft beer selection, lively atmosphere.

Award-winning Mediterranean restaurant with Turkish and Arabic influences. Chef Ana Sortun's seasonal menu features creative mezze, grilled meats, and vegetarian options.

Creative American small plates in a cozy basement setting. Known for inventive dishes and craft cocktails.

Handmade pasta perfection in an intimate setting. Chef Michael Pagliarini crafts Roman-inspired dishes with seasonal New England ingredients. Known for exceptional wine program and house-made pasta. Reservations essential.

Neighborhood gem serving sophisticated comfort food. Husband-wife team creates seasonal New American cuisine with Italian influences. Cozy ambiance, excellent service, thoughtful wine list.

Modern Mediterranean in the Kendall Hotel. Farm-to-table focus with seasonal New England ingredients.

Seasonal New American in a converted bank. Creative dishes, craft cocktails, and inviting atmosphere.

Upscale New American dining in Harvard Square since 1975. Farm-to-table menu with seasonal ingredients and extensive wine list.

Contemporary Chinese restaurant & bar introducing authentic Hunan Cuisine. Creative melding of tradition with modernity, stunning design draped in sentimental works of art. Features seasonal weekend authentic specials for adventurous appetites.

Serving locally sourced, globally inspired dishes, with an intimate dining room, knowledgeable friendly staff, and exquisitely crafted menu at the heart of the dinner service. Seasonal New American with international influences.

Neighborhood restaurant & bar serving seasonal New American cuisine. Cozy atmosphere with local ingredients and craft cocktails. Central Square gem opened in 2024.

Elegant bistro with seasonal menu featuring European-inspired cuisine. Beautiful outdoor patio perfect for warm weather, excellent wine selection. Inman Square destination.