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fish and shellfish as well as an award-winning wine list.
Named “Boston’s Most Popular Restaurant” (Zagat 2009). L &
D. www.legalseafoods.com.
NOIR, The Charles Hotel, One Bennett St., 617-661-8010. This
award-winning, stylish bar and lounge offers seasonally inspired
cocktails as well as classic drinks like the Sidecar and
Old-Fashioned along with crispy pressed sandwiches, flavorful
flatbread pizzas, fresh salads and small bites in a sophisticated
setting. C 4:30 p.m.–2 a.m.; D 5–11 p.m.
NUBAR, Sheraton Commander Hotel, 16 Garden St., Harvard
Square, 617-234-1365. Under the glow of a Cambridge landmark,
this restaurant and lounge boasts food reflective of its
surrounding neighborhood: smart, seasonal and approachable.
Nubar serves elegant comfort food with a modern approach
applied to classic dishes. Private dining & reservations available.
B, L, D daily ’til 11 p.m. C Sun–Thu ’til midnight, Fri & Sat
’til 1 a.m. www.nubarcambridge.com.
OM, 92 Winthrop St., 617-576-2800. OM Restaurant & Lounge
in Harvard Square offers globally-influenced modern American
cuisine, drawing in foodies and neighborhood patrons alike. A
popular nightlife destination, OM’s lounge boasts sleek leather
sofas, a hypnotic water wall and signature cocktails. D, C.
THE RED HOUSE, 98 Winthrop St., 617-576-0605. Savor the cozy
atmosphere inside this funky 1802 cottage nestled in the center of
Harvard Square, which offers an intimate main dining space, a
cozy fireside bar, three private dining rooms for small groups and a
shaded bluestone patio for seasonal al fresco dining. Chef/owner
Paul Overgaag serves eclectic European and Mediterranean fare
loaded with fresh, organic ingredients from his very own local
farm, as well as homemade pasta, fresh seafood and Maine lobster.
L & D Tue–Sun noon-3 p.m. and 5–11 p.m.
RENDEZVOUS, 502 Massachusetts Ave., Central Square, 617-
576-1900. Acclaimed Boston chef Steve Johnson uses regional
products and the spices of Northern Africa, Italy, France and Spain
to create his own twist on seasonal cuisine. Rotating entrees can
include grilled Portuguese sardines with roasted peppers, fennel
and capers or Moroccan style kofte with minted yogurt. D.
RUSSELL HOUSE TAVERN, 14 JFK St., 617-500-3055.
Combining Executive Chef Michael Scelfo’s seasonally inspired
menu of modern interpretations of American classics with a
bar serving all-American wines, a locally driven craft beer selection
and classic as well as modern hand-crafted cocktails,
this Harvard Square restaurant is a comfortable gathering spot
for every occasion. L, D, SB, LS, C.
SANDRINE’S BISTRO, 8 Holyoke St., 617-497-5300. Renowned
chef Raymond Ost serves delicious French cuisine with German
flair in a cozy, upscale atmosphere right around the corner from
Harvard University. Signature dishes include Alsatian pizza, escargots,
steamed mussels, foie gras and creme brulee for dessert. L
Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; D daily 5:30–11:30 p.m.
SHAYS PUB & WINE BAR, 58 JFK St., 617-864-9161. A
Harvard Square fixture since 1984, this casual and comfortable
tavern boasts an excellent beer and wine selection along with
made-from-scratch appetizers, burgers, sandwiches and
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at the commander · 16 garden street cambridge, ma
617.234.1365 · www.nubarcambridge.com · dining until 11pm
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