Cambridge Dining Guide
Best Sushi & Japanese in Central Square
The 2 sushi & japanese restaurants in Central Square worth walking to — ranked, with addresses, hours, and T access. Curated by Guide to Cambridge.
Cambridge's Japanese dining scene benefits enormously from the city's international academic community. You'll find everything from dedicated ramen shops where the broth simmers for hours to intimate sushi counters run by trained itamae. The MIT and Harvard presence ensures a discerning clientele that keeps standards high.
Insider TipFor the freshest sushi, visit on Tuesdays and Fridays when most spots receive new fish deliveries.
Pagu
Japanese · 310 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Japanese-Spanish tapas from chef Tracy Chang. Two-story loft space in Central Square serving creative small plates that blend Japanese precision with Spanish warmth. Don't miss the okonomiyaki and house cocktails.
The Mad Monkfish
Sushi · 524 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
Creative sushi and Asian fusion in Central Square with live jazz. Eclectic menu blending Japanese, Thai, Chinese, and Vietnamese cuisines. Full bar with sake selection and creative cocktails.