It had been a long while since I went to Noir, and I forgot how small it is on the inside. There…read moreare 6-8 tables inside with a few seats at the bar, and it's definitely a cozy spot. They have a pretty extensive menu for bar food, and the food comes out super quickly. I ordered a beet salad and a glass of wine, and both were out within 5-7 minutes. Service was also very prompt and friendly.

They recently changed their menu and some of my favorites are gone. Lobster bisque, I'm talking…read moreabout you. Service was better this time. As for ambiance, we were seated outside and there was an amplified singer in the courtyard which made it difficult to converse.

Small hipster spot. Good spot to stop for drinks…read more Sean is cool bartender and makes good drinks.

Great local pub. The history inside is awesome!! The service was amazing. As soon as we sat down,…read morethe server came over with water and menus. It was hot and humid that day. Water was appreciated. I had the Downeast cider blackberry. Freaking amazing!! We also had the homemade fries. I highly recommend these!!! Great place! Highly recommend!

The staff here is amazing. They go above and beyond when it comes to allergies/intolerances. I…read moreaccidentally tried to order a drink that I didn't realize had some sort of cream liquor in it. The bartender warned me because they had overheard me talking to my friend about the menu, and mentioning that I can't have any dairy. I always enjoy the food here, and I love that there's a sign in the bathroom letting patrons know that if they are on a bad date, or need help, they can let the staff there know. Amazing.

My friends and I like to try tiki bars when we travel. After doing so research, it seems that this…read morewas our best option! We were there at the end of September and they had started to decorate for Halloween. It was cool to get a preview. The decor is everything at this place and they did a great job even if the place is very big! They have stuff everywhere without making it tacky. The only spot that was a bit of a let down was the bathroom. They have excellent drinkware with different glasses for each drinks. You can purchase most of them as well. As I said before, I have been around a fair amount of tiki bars, so here is my review of the cocktails. They were good but not exceptional for that price range. I tried four total and they tended to be a bit one note (sweet or bitter). They rely a lot on the cool cups but lack garnishes. I like my drinks with lots of trinkets and pieces of fruits! I did enjoy that they had a unique Asian twists on some classics. Our waitress was fine but didn't seem to fit the theme.

Cool cocktail bar. Small menu. Prices are pretty high compared to the other restaurants in the…read morearea. The bartender was new but very nice and made a good drink.

Small food menu. Oysters and pigs in a blanket for appetizers were good. The fried chicken sandwich…read morecould have used more sauce. Our direct waiter was great, always coming by and refilling water. There was another member of the team who kept coming by to ask us if we had a reservation and if we were ready for the check. Felt like he was trying to rush us out. Also I'm pretty sure he could have checked on his own to confirm that we had booked with a reservation. This is the main reason for the lower star review.

Cambridge is a city jam packed with a lavish selection of fine eateries from corner to corner. As…read morewith options this vast, it can be daunting making a decision on where first to embark. Luckily for us, my bestie and her hubby were our unofficial tour guides for the evening, as we ventured on a casual double date night at none other than Grafton Street. It's as every bit as street level as its exterior decorum exudes. Incidentally enough, we discovered that the best time to arrive on a Friday night is anytime before 7:30, because that's when the crowd decided to show up. That having been said, it's important to note this place can become very noisy very quickly. It is a bar after all. And the lushes were afoot on this most boisterous Friday night. So anyways, we started the night off with two apps.. Spinach and Artichoke Dip: My bestie highly recommended this app and her palate was most spot-on with this one. Creamy as hell with large Artichokes throughout. And the homemade chips add a much appreciated rustic touch to the whole thing. Though, I do wish there were an option to add a protein like shrimp or even lobster meat or something. 9 out of 10, would recommend! Steak Tartare: What's the best way to put this? I think....misleading sums it up. I'd even go as far to say this felt like a fake tartare. For one thing, it didn't even look the right color. And that's likely because it was doused in some kind of dressing that gave the whole thing an unusual taste. Now, we've had our fair share of tartare apps in the past; the carpaccio from Proper Chophouse at the Nash Casino being among the best. But this one had a strange flavor with a bizarre, chewy texture that just didn't sit right with us. Not only was the beef unrefined, it was also underseasoned. Needless to say, we ended up sending this one back after only one bite each and swapped it out for the artichoke dip. 1 out of 10, this one just didn't work. Onto the mains.. Shepherd's Pie: From what I gather, the wifey was quite pleased with this one. She just needed to add her copious amounts of salt as she does because she's the salt queen. After which, she thoroughly enjoyed it. We also appreciate the fact this is a REAL Shepherd's Pie and not merely cosplaying as many other restaurants do by making theirs with beef. Nay. Nothing but lamb in this legit dish. Grilled Pork Chop: Okay. I need to start this out by stating how elated I was to finally try a properly cooked pork chop in a restaurant. So, a little background story - growing up in the 80s, I was fooled into believing pork chop was simply something I pretended to enjoy, since it was always a thin cut, overcooked, dry as hell slab of anemically seasoned pork. Ch'yeah...my uncle really cooked like a donkey sometimes. Anywho, fast forward to 2026 and I'm presented with this gorgeous cut of freshly grilled pork. Right away, I can tell that it is WELL seasoned! A lot. Like...salty. VERY salty. Salty like the sea. Chat, the pork was overseasoned. And I can't even believe I'm saying that! But allow me to elaborate. It wasn't overseasoned to the point of being inedible. But JUST over the mark. And I've NEVER had that happen in a restaurant setting before. Usually, you'll hear me complain about food being quite the reverse. This is so rare, in fact, that I initially had a tough time admitting it to myself. After bite number 7 or 8, I thought, "Wow! This is the saltiest piece of meat I've ever tasted inside restaurant walls!" The insides of my mouth felt drier than Pakistan. I felt as if the Special Forces were about to start conducting maneuvers inside my mouth-hole imminently. But, I digress. This one was OKAY, but I don't think I'd get it again. 7 out 10, not sure if they'll take requests for reduced sodium, but....be sure to drink a tall glass of water with this one. Side note on the potato salad: it was good. Not quite as good as the one I make at home. Though, I can appreciate the fact they use Yukon Gold potatoes, same as me. This one was served warm, however; possibly due to the hot pork chop sitting atop of it. All things considered, we would certainly return. The vibe is contemporary, as is its decorum. And wouldn't you know it? They actually have tap-to-pay courtesy of their mobile POS systems! That was an unexpected, considering normally only casual chain dine-in restaurants have that sort of thing. Next time around, I'd be willing to try a burger or even the fish n' chips, if the mood so fits. Taking into account their potential, aside from their one-off faux pas, I'm gonna give Grafton Street 4 savory pork chops hot off the grill out of 5.

We were craving some steak so decided to come here (even though it's not necessarily a steak house)…read morewe saw the good reviews and decided to give it a go! Service was pretty good. Staff were friendly. The coladas I ordered were sweet but also one of the best I've ever had! They were nice enough to split the steak for us without having to ask. Food was nicely seasoned. I mean, I'm not sure what's not to like about this place. Definitely good vibes all around.

I went here as a night after dinner and was pleased with the drinks…read more I got an espresso martini and I'm gonna drop. They were both strong, but taste good. The bartenders were kind and attentive. Despite being busy, they took care of me very quickly I went on a Friday night and it was a bit packed. Most people were standing, but the music was great so it was a good opportunity to dance. I really enjoyed the DJ stealth mode and it was my first time experiencing a set with the vinyls which was super cool I spent most of the night on the dance floor by the DJs and made lots of friends

Stopped by Lou's in Harvard Square and only had drinks this time, but we had a really nice…read moreexperience! The drinks were good and our server was super friendly and attentive. They also had live music, which made the atmosphere really fun and gave the whole place such a nice vibe. Definitely a great spot to grab a drink and hang out in Harvard Square. Would love to come back and try the food next time!

I have walked by hundreds of times so I finally stopped in. The music was cranked. It was a…read morelittle early for the beer garden. It brought me back in time to the Charley's at Kenmore Square. I beat the Harvard student and tourists so there were plenty of seats. I sat at the bar and had a double cheeseburger and fries for 16.00. You can't beat the price. It came out after about twelve minutes. The fries were cold so they must have been on the warmer. The burger was medium rare so I was pleased with the burger. I would return.

Classic Harvard square dive bar--come for the vibes not the food. Drinks list is decent, occasional…read morekaraoke can be fun. Can't shake the feeling that it's a bit overpriced now though.

My local friends told me this is a popular place. Their location is great - right next to the…read moreHarvard Square so lots of tourists come here. Service was very nice and our orders came very quickly. Food was okay. It's a quick eat type of place. We had some sandwiches, salads, and a hamburger. Fries were pretty good. They have some photos of old pubs on the wall and the ambiance is reminicent of the old time eateries. We came on a Sunday and it's pretty crowded. I imagine if you come when there are fewer people you might feel the tavern atmosphere more.

Two bars and outdoor dining. Cool vibe. Dark and moody. Upscale but not over the top…read more Espresso martini- like a coffee coolada from Dunkin Blackberry smash- good but very tart Manhattan- good and basic. Pepperoni pizza- very good flavor. Thin crust and crispy.

Based off of Beowulf. Awesome dive bar with even better staff. They're so cool and personable. The…read morebartender and servers were awesome. Super down to earth and friendly. They gave great recommendations for places to check out while we were in town. Anna Elise is a fantastic bartender Amazing SCOTUS story about the bar fighting for their rights. The food was good quintessential bar food.

Enjoyed the meals and ambience at Grendel's in the 70s while attending college on the north shore.read more

I'd been here for lunch once or twice over 20 years ago, never for a show. Funky set up with long…read morerows of tables. There are nice side tables but the show was almost sold out by the time I learned about the show and was able to purchase tickets. Fun time, would go again.

Great experience here seeing Puerto Rican cuatro player Fabiola Mendez. The space opens at 7 for…read more8pm shows and you can order drinks and food from a limited, but tasty menu. We opted for their Passim burger with thyme fries on a brioche bun which exceeded my expectations for a place that's primarily a music venue. I thought the food would be more of an afterthought but it was equivalent to a casual bistro or gastropub. We sat right in the front row which was amazing for the experience and pics but I would recommend maybe bringing some ear protection if you sit this close. Our show was supposedly sold out but we lucked out that the folks seated next to us didn't show- otherwise I could see that one would be really packed in here as the seating is extremely close together. The performance was amazing! We absolutely loved the show and the intimate vibes. I also really appreciated that Fabiola took some time to explain her instrument, some Puerto Rican history and her experience growing up playing a folk instrument. She graduated from Berklee in 2018 and also brought in a Cuban tres player named Olivia Soler Espinosa in the latter part of her performance who is currently studying at Berklee. Another cool aspect of this place was the mixed ages. There was a good representation of older folks who looked like they have been coming to Passim since the 60s as well as younger folks in their 20s and 30s as well as folks in between. Anyone should feel welcome here.