Cambridge Dining Guide
Best Seafood in Cambridge
Fresh seafood in Cambridge, Massachusetts — from New England clam chowder to raw bars. The best seafood spots near you.
6 restaurants curated
As a New England city just miles from the Atlantic, Cambridge has natural access to some of the freshest seafood on the East Coast. Local restaurants serve everything from classic clam chowder and lobster rolls to raw bars featuring oysters from Cape Cod and beyond. The seafood here is seasonal and genuinely local.
Insider TipOyster happy hours are common at Cambridge seafood spots — usually weekdays from 4-6 PM with significant discounts on raw bar selections.
Cambridge Highlands
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1Moëca
Seafood · Harvard Square
Italian-rooted seafood room near Harvard Square from Michael Pagliarini and Pamela Ralston (Giulia). The menu changes with what's caught daily — crudo, handmade pasta, bivalves. Named for the soft-shell crab of Venice's lagoon.
Waypoint
Seafood · Harvard Square
Chef Michael Scelfo's coastally-inspired restaurant at the gateway to Harvard Square. Sister to Alden & Harlow, Waypoint serves creative seafood with unexpected twists. The raw bar and crudo are standouts.
The Hourly Oyster House
Seafood · Harvard Square
Harvard Square raw bar and oyster house from the Grafton Group. New England oysters, lobster rolls, chowder, and seasonal seafood. Named for the 1826 hourly horse-drawn wagons that departed Dunster Street for Boston on the hour.
The Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar
Seafood · Harvard Square
Harvard Square seafood spot in former Boathouse space. English pub meets coastal charm. Connected to Grendel's Den ownership. Sustainable seafood, grass-fed beef, weekend brunch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Several Cambridge restaurants serve lobster in various preparations — from traditional boiled lobster to lobster rolls and lobster mac and cheese. Check our listings above for the highest-rated seafood spots.