I've had Si Cara on my list of pizza places to try in Cambridge, drawn by the photos of super puffy crusts. As someone who much prefers the toppings and will pass the crusts over to my husband, I think this place has made me a crust convert. Chewy, flavorful, and comes with garlic dipping sauce. We started with the mixed green salad and the highly recommended meatballs (4 to an order). The salad was all right - nothing spectacular. I think we ate a few leaves out of an attempt to be slightly healthy but maybe a lesson to learn from this is, don't get the salads at pizza places. Meatballs, with a nice smear of ricotta on each, were much better. Of the three pizzas we ordered, the margherita was my favorite (which tends to be the case across the board). I judge most pizza places by how well they can do their margherita and Si Cara nailed it - nice flop at the end, strong crust. My only nit was the tomato sauce had an overriding tanginess that drowned out all the other flavors. We also got the shrimp diavolo and the burrata. I liked the shrimp, paired with basil, it just wasn't as good for me as the margherita (I also missed that garlic is one of the featured toppings and garlic makes my mouth feel horrendous). The burrata was my least favorite. Way too dry except for the spots of burrata. Spinach (especially in roasted form) is probably not the best topping, since it sucks up all the moisture and shrivels, making it not the most pleasant to eat, and there was no speck that I could see or taste of. Staff was nice, though it was off-putting when, right after we paid, the waitress who said she was bringing over another carafe of water saw our signed checks, turned on her heel, and brought it to another group. Also, there has to be a better way of communicating, Hey, someone else needs your table, than wordlessly grabbing all our glasses. Parking: if you don't feel like looking for street spots, there's a municipal lot conveniently situated right behind the restaurant (turn right on Douglass and then another right on Bishop Allen Dr and the lot will be to your right). read more

Came here for dinner on a Saturday afternoon and its even better than the first time. Don't want to take credit for it but it looks like they opened up seating at the bar and moved the cashier station to another location. It gives it a legit bar feel, I ordered the hot honey chicken pizza and was blown away by it. I will absolutely be back again and for drinks next time!! read more

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OK, new pizza place, a few mins from home, semi-fancy, outdoor seating, and packed? Sold! So I tried this place. Got two pizzas, mushroom with chicken added as an extra topping, and the spicy honey chicken. I thought two pizzas would be a lot for two people. Negative. These pizzas are small though the box is not. Did they come with nice creamy fragrant cheese? Negative also. Was the chicken topping succulent, fresh, flavorful? Nope. But was the spicy honey chicken good? Yes, but a bit inconsistent: some parts were spicy AF, some were bland. Why? May need Dirac's return to explain. The place itself (the inside) is smaaaalll, crowded, and on a Friday somewhat chaotic. Understandable. Anyway, nothing to write home about. Try El Posto in Davis, it remains the consistent OG in the pizza space. read more

Excellent pizza and sandwiches. Their crust is delicious. Have visited many times....

SO good! The pizza is extremely well made, and I am always intrigued by their seasonal pizzas. The crust is AMAZING, and the pizzas are creative and have great flavor combinations, especially with their more fusion-type pizzas. Tried their Spicy Miso Pizza in the winter and it was absolutely delicious. Would highly recommend! read more

Si Cara - Mushroom Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Big fan of the magherita pizza. Not a fan of the eggplant pizza but that was more of a personal issue than a Si Cara issue. I think the crust of a pizza is the unsung hero, and this crust did not disappoint. If you like doughy on the inside but crunchy charred on the outside, you'll love their crust! read more

Okay - I feel like I'm about to blow up my own spot here, but... their dinner and pizza aren't actually the star. Si Cara has a fried eggplant sandwich that will knock your socks right off. Like, it is a divine experience. The people are great, the patio in the warmer months is lovely (though maybe some more efficient shade would be nice), the pizza is good... but their sandwiches (only on the lunch menu, which is served until 3) are actually where it's at. read more

My favorite Italian restaurant in Boston! Quick service, pizzas are amazing and it has a casual ambiance which is perfect to just go with friends. High recommend! read more

This place has a lot of potential. The location is prime in Central Sq and very accessible both by T and car as they have a back lot where you can park. The ambience of the place is upscale but not the overly pretentious type. Service is good as well as the waiters and waitresses are very attentive and quick to your needs. Unfortunately, this restaurant falls short on its food. Despite the high price tags on these pizzas, they do not deliver on the palate. My partner and I got a margarita and shrimp pizzas. The pizzas were very "soupy" and they could not hold their shapes. As for the cheese on the pizzas, they seemed to have already congealed instead of being hot and stringy. I will say the crust definitely was the highlight of the pizzas. Overall, I think with time and some consistency, this place can become a pizza staple in Cambridge. read more

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Pizza was good, sauce seemed very tangy but got use to it. Large crust like the other photos, but it's fluffy, and they give a side or garlic oil. read more

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Si Cara strikes a perfect blend of casual/chic with a great ambiance and well-decorated / laid out space. The staff are friendly and inviting, and I loved being able to see the giant pizza oven. The pizza itself was absolutely fantastic. Cooked in a Canotto (or 'dinghy') style, each pizza has a thin bottom with toppings and a large / inflated crust. The restaurant also provides a garlic-infused olive oil to dip the crust in, so as not to let anything go to waste! Both pizzas were ordered were incredible -- the margherita was a classic done to perfection, and the pork sausage was a great melding of flavors and textures (cauliflower on pizza !). To finish the meal, they provided complimentary almond cookies which were also delicious. Would highly recommend checking out Si Cara the next time you're in Central Square! Food: 1. Margherita pizza (5/5) 2. Pork sausage pizza with fried egg (5/5) Dessert: 1. Complimentary almond cookies (4.5/5) read more

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Multiple pizzas, and fried mozzarella were all delicious. Server was very attentive and kitchen staff worked efficiently. Very pleasantly impressed with my dining experience. Better pizza than a lot of places in the North End. I'll be returning. Highly recommend. read more

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Si Cara was quite nice for dinner! We had an interesting combination of sweet melon with prosciutto, herbs, and pine nut purée + crispy cheesy eggplant with lemon pizza + spicy soppressata and broccolini pizza. The pizza crust is chewy and flavorful, pairing well with a garlic olive oil. Our waiter was pretty attentive and refilled our water several times. I would definitely come back to try the other pizza items! read more

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Came here three times in the span of two weeks because how obsessed I was with their pizzas and eager to try all the flavors. So far I've had asparagus, mushroom, eggplant, corn, pepperoni and pineapple, and my favs are the two I expected to like the least-corn and asparagus. Even my Italian friend who's usually strongly against pineapple pizzas said he'd eat the ones here-trust me they are not what you are thinking in your head. Nothing here really is. Only minor complain is the sourdough crust is p good but too much for me. I know they take pride in that dough, but I'm also usually the kind of person who doesn't finish the pizza crust, so yes it's a highly personal thing. Overall would come back over and over again read more

Si Cara - Asparagus pizza - Pizza Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Garlic bread was uncooked, waitress was preparing food without gloves saw a her handling orders touching menus and not sanitizing at all with long finger nails too. Very disappointed food was okay. Wiping cloth feel on floor she picked it up put in the counter where your wiping prepped food. Bread with meatball uncooked. Fruit flies all over the table. Service was fine. read more

Popped in here for a quick dinner during a work trip. Ordered the cucumber salad to start and the squash pizza, both incredibly delicious. The melon with the cucumber and yogurt really went together nicely, making it a refreshing start to the meal. The pizza ingredients really worked well together too. The saltiness of the Prosciutto and the sweetness from the squash really balanced the flavors of this pizza. The bartender was friendly and accommodating. The vibe was great - good music and dim lighting. Really enjoyed the experience and would highly recommend read more

interior: cute inside, great place for casual catchup with good food on a weekend afternoon. food: when a pizza place brings you olive oil to dip your crust, you know they're proud of their dough, and rightfully so. not my usual preferred style (much softer pizza, easier to eat with a fork than holding/folding it up), but great topping combos and dough - coming back for their eggplant pizza! read more

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Nice restaurant for a fun evening meal. It's in a busy area so we sat outside and people watched. The ambiance inside looked cool too. We had the mixed greens salad. Very fresh greens and tasty dressing. Followed by a mushroom pizza which was BOMB! Tons of toppings that tasted fresh and delicious. The portions are big and totally filling. Staff was friendly as well. My husband's only complaint is they didn't have soda pop but he survived without... read more

The food here was amazing. Apparently we tried all the new menu items like the Miso Spicy Ramen Pizza, the daily special which was Dates, garlic sauce, balsamic, and prosciutto (aka a fantastic sweet and salty pizza), and the fried dough! We went for my friend's birthday and they gave us a nice dessert. It wasn't my favorite, but that's only because I don't like lemon. The atmosphere is cozy and intimate and the servers were nice. Definitely a new favorite and I need to go try more of their pizza. read more

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The host was nice. I went here on a Saturday afternoon parking is not too bad on the side street. It is also conveniently located next to a train station if you want to use public transportation. I ordered the pepperoni pizza and it actually tasted pretty good. My only complaint is the bottom of the pizza is a little burnt. I also order an Italian sub on the side which was delicious but just had a little too much sauce for my liking Overall, it is a good atmosphere, but if you go during lunch, it is more like a takeout model with a limited menu. you basically order at the front then pick any table and seat yourself. I believe if you go during dinner, they do have the full service so it's up to which style you prefer read more

si cara? NO. no si cara. ...YET... this place had the foundation to be a guaranteed 4, maybe even a 5. excellent service. great atmosphere. but they fell short in two areas. food and drinks. critical. pizza dough was delicious. insides were a bit lackluster in volume and foundation. wine was served in a normie glass. and the taste was poor. call me old fashioned. but i didn't like it. they finished us off with 2 free and tasty cookies. i will absolutely be back and am cautiously optimistic i will revise my review in a positive direction. read more

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Si Cara is one of Cambridge's new restaurants opening up at the edge of Central Square, in an area that's been rejuvenated over the last few years with a boom of new restaurants opening up. It also happens to be one of - if not the only - pizza spot to dish out Canotto-style pizza, which is a puffier, airier version of Neapolitan pizza. The restaurant was buzzing when we talked in around 9PM on a Saturday and we sat at the bar which was a bit less crowded than the dining room. The bartend was friendly, and awesome and we promptly had our drinks and order in. To start we had the white bean dip ($8) which came with broken up potato chips. The dip itself was pretty good and the drizzle of balsamic and the rosemary on top were a nice touch. It was a tad thin which made eating it a bit challenging to eat on the tiny pieces of chips but, overall, it was a pretty creative twist on an otherwise relatively banal dish. Then we proceeded to order two different pizzas from the dinner menu, and, after a little deliberation, when with the mushroom pizza ($20) and the burrata pizza ($21). The mushroom pizza came out bone-dry and almost burnt. It featured a mysterious mix of mushrooms on it but would have greatly benefited from having a drizzle of oil on top. It was just so damn dry. The burrata one, however, was the complete opposite; maybe it was the spinach that leached out some of its water but it was decent. The speck felt non-existent however. I didn't see a single morsel of it on there and couldn't taste it, and the black pepper on there was on the more aggressive side. The dough was on the doughier side of things. Overall, I was honestly expecting slightly better pizza, especially when you compare this spot to Jinny's in Newton or Gran Gusto in Cambridge, which are both lightyears better. But Si Cara is new and probably still finding their groove so I'll be returning in the future to see how things evolve, and if they've settled in. The staff was friendly, the ambiance is nice, and they have a nice selection of natural wines to boot so lots of things are in place for them to succeed, and I'm rooting for them. read more

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It's ok. Pizza by the slice is handy. But nothing special as good or not good. Price is fair

What a gem, this chef owned and operated restaurant is my new favorite place for pizza! The food, drinks service and ambience were all impeccable. What I love is that this place is so comfortable and I don't feel squished in. The interior design is simple but well executed. I particularly enjoy the patio and bar. I loved the snap peas and fried mozzarella. The pizza is phenomenal some delightful takes on the classics. I will definitely be back! read more

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Located on Mass Ave, Si Cara is a great place to stop by for pizza. I came here on a weekday afternoon with a friend for lunch. They have you order at the register and then you can sit where ever you would like and they'll bring your food out. I ordered the mushroom pizza (~13in slightly larger than a personal sized pizza) while my friend ordered the garlic bread and a slice of cheese. They have all your pizza topping extras from cheese, red pepper flakes, to olive oil to dip your bread in. This is probably the only pizza place where I have to say the crust of the pizza is the best part. It's soft, fluffy, and super chewy. The mushrooms were good, but I wasn't too sold on the sauce they had on this pizza. My friend really enjoyed her garlic bread which looked like the same dough as the pizza crust was made from. On the other hand, the cheese pizza was square shaped, presumably made with a different dough which wasn't worth getting. We had to move our table halfway through eating because there were too many flies that were attacking out food and table, so I wouldn't recommend sitting near the back close to the exit. Overall, get the garlic bread if you don't want a whole pizza and skip the slices. read more

Si Cara - Mushroom pizza 13in - Pizza Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

1 cheese and 1pepperoni slice tasted really nice ,maybe it's smaller to eat well,trying another one!

The service was great, our food came out fast. the portions for the appetizers were smaller so we could share a few between the two of us. The pizzas were 4 pretty big slices for each. Would really give it 3.5/5 but we rounded up. Here is what we ordered. White bean dip: fantastic!! The home made chips were great and we both loved it. Fried dough: super tasty, and the sauce/black garlic was awesome. Garlic bread: wasn't the biggest fan. It was drowning in butter and we couldn't really eat it. Eggplant pizza: the bottom was burnt leaving a bitter taste in my mouth. The "crispy" eggplant was also soggy. After I told the server he was quick to switch it out with a different option, so I went with a margarita Margarita: the pizza was great this time around and I didn't have a single complaint. Sauce and cheese were yummy with a light, crispy crust. Highly recommend Alla Garcia: other than the dough being slightly undercooked, my friend didn't have any other complaint and liked their pizza as well. read more

Si Cara - Eggplant, white bean dip on the top left, and the garlic bread on the top right - Pizza Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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I went with my husband last week for the first time and we loved it! We didn't have a reservation but were able to sit at the bar. Our food was spectacular (clams and a pizza) and Jim was wonderful. Can't wait to go back. read more

It's a little expensive (though it's also in Central Square) but this was the best pizza I've had in a while! Beautiful crust with just the right amount of thickness and great combinations of toppings! My friend and I also split the Brussel sprout salad, which was delicious as well. Would highly recommend this new addition to the Cambridge pizza scene as a venue to hang out with friends maybe before a night out/event. It's may be a little bit loud for a date/serious conversation but not too much so as to make it impossible. read more

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I really appreciated the atmosphere and the attentive, friendly staff. My pepperoni pizza left a lot to be desired. Yes, the crust was fluffy and delicious...but it also makes up more than half of the total surface area of the pie. The toppings and sauce are concentrated in a small area in the middle, and you get maybe 3 bites of that per slice before you're into the crust. On top of that, the dough under the toppings is extremely thin, lacking structural integrity to the point where all the toppings fell off on 3 out of the 4 slices. I ordered pizza, not a loaf of bread -- as tasty as the crust was. The toppings and combinations are exciting, but if you only get a couple of bites of them per slice, what's the point? We're talking $22 for a pizza that barely even filled me up. Seriously - I was tempted by the smell of McDonald's on my walk home. On top of that, the beer menu is seriously lacking for a place that fashions itself to be a bar. How is there not a single beer from Boston, let alone Cambridge? As others have noted, the only non-alcoholic beverage option is water. The space was promising enough that I'm willing to come back in a few months and see if they've improved. Making the crust under the toppings just a little thicker would go a long way - also consider offering a larger size for people who are willing to pay more for a bigger center section. But based on my initial experience, this doesn't rank above A4 or Source for that upscale personal pizza fix. And to be honest, most of the time I'll probably be good with takeout from ABC or Bertucci's - better value, more flavorful bites, and they always leave me feeling stuffed with extra for lunch the next day. read more

Si Cara - Pizza slice - Pizza Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I get that there are many positive reviews for Si Cara. Personally, I had somewhat of a lackluster experience here, mainly due to service and atmosphere which just was very meh... Pizza was nice enough although the dough was a bit on the soft side. Outdoors, seating is a good place for people watching and seeing life go by. Definitely, the location is excellent. The reason for the 3 stars is really due to lack of friendliness and warmth, in general. To be honest, our server - who to be fair, wasn't outwardly rude, just seemed disinterested, only providing us with short monosyllabic responses. It was clear she didn't want to be bothered. Later on, while interacting briefly with some of the staff inside, it was obvious that friendliness just isn't a thing here. And that's totally fine. As a result, in my opinion, it's a good pizza, but the whole package isn't enough to make me want to return. read more

Enjoyed my visit to Si Cara after reading about the restaurant in an all star Boston pizza article in Eater. Was not disappointed. The eggplant Parmesan appetizer is big enough for two or three diners to share. Would have appreciated more vegan options on the menu. The margherita pizza was divine with the perfect puffy crust. Service was just right and I was seated immediately. read more

I've been meaning to come here for a while and had the chance to stop for lunch with a friend. The pizza is so tasty and slither perfect lunch. I got the single slice pepperoni and the slice of the day which was sweet onions and pesto which was delicious. Their sandwiches also looked tasty. Great food, great portions and good prices. Will definitely be bringing other friends here in the future. read more

This is easily in our top 5 favorite pizza places outside of Italy! We ordered way too much food, but everything was delicious. My husband got the meatballs, which were somewhat untraditional tasting (although the description said basil and tomato). The Margherita pizza has sweet cherry tomatoes, a super thin inner crust, and the chewiest, most flavorful outer crust. The spanikopita pizza is perfection! Servers were very friendly too. I've also gone several times for lunch- the broccoli lemon pan pizza is awesome, and they used to have a sunchoke pizza I loved! The garlic bread is fantastic, and they have quite a few other vegetarian items on the menu between salads, yummy miso pomegranate Brussels, burrata etc. read more

Wow this was so good!! We went for my birthday dinner last night and the pizza was delicious. It wasn't crazy expensive either. A great new addition to central square. read more

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Been here a couple times and this is now my favorite pizza in Boston. The crust is very flavorful and perfectly cooked, and the topping choices are interesting and delicious. Everything else about the place is great too: nice vibe, small but interesting selection of natural wines. All the other food that we've tried beyond the pizza had been great: garlic bread, white bean dip, broccoli salad are all excellent. read more

Came here for a rezzie for 8 people on Thursday. Overall very happy with the food and service. After our table was not ready for ~45 mins. we were seated outside on a gorgeous 70 degree night in Boston in October. We did not have a full blown server but they allowed us to order inside @ the bar and just sit outside. The pizza was good - the eggplant one, squash one, and the shrimp one were all very good (and lots of garlic on the shrimp one!). Pizza has super thick crust but the actual pizza isn't too bready. I would probably not come back just b/c the vibe isn't as good as SOURCE in Harvard Sq. or Pinnochio's in Cambridge but... it's a good addition to Central Square and the music was really good. It's a welcome addition to the 'hood and I think other people will become regulars (just not me). read more

We went out for a walk and decided to stop in for some pizza. Wow, delicious! They were very busy and quite full, but still accommodated us. The pizza is fresh and very flavorful, and we ate the whole thing along with a crisp fresh salad. The environment is very hip and yet still embracing. I highly recommend, and I'm not really a pizza eater. read more

Meh, B-/C+ - burrata: good, but who can mess up barrata? - shredded Brussel sprouts salad: overly saucy and salty. Could be really good if they just used less sauce I think. Maybe ask for it on the side? - garlic bread: really soft and cheesy, more like a cheese calzone - eggplant pizza: so I think the pizza style is just not to my taste, it's really fluffy and doughy- feels like eating a chewy baguette- but if you like that style then maybe you'd appreciate it more Ambience was nice, everything was expensive but similar to other restaurants in Boston read more

I came here last night around 11 as it was one of the few places still serving food. I didn't have high hopes given most last night places are meh but this really blew me out of the water. This is probably some of the best pizza in Cambridge. Plus, the people who work there were super friendly and helpful as we were hangry and indecisive. read more