Amazing amazing amazing!! Went today for brunch, made a last minute reservation and they were so incredibly accommodating. The environment was incredible, the food was delicious, and the service was ideal. My friend got a summer vegetable frittata with a side salad and I got the breakfast sandwich, consisting of a biscuit, bacon onion jam, a fried egg, and greens with a side of roasted roots. Both were delicious. Would highly recommend - there's nothing like a small, cosy brunch place that's doing it all right. read more

Urban Hearth - Summer vegetable frittata (top), Breakfast Sandwich (bottom) with roasted roots - New American Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

My husband and I had our wedding reception at Urban Hearth and had a fantastic time. The food was incredible -- all of our guests loved it. Erin was great to work with. We had a great experience overall and would highly recommend Urban Hearth. Photos by Mei Lin Barral Photography (@meilinbarral). read more

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We've been meaning to try this gorgeous little neighborhood restaurant since we moved to Cambridge last year - we finally visited their new patio dining Thursday and were absolutely blown away. Excellent cocktails to start, and for apps we shared the scallion pancakes and vadouvan lamb brouchette. I would eat those scallion pancakes every day. Holy moly - amazing. Mains were the duck and the leek and feta aushak (handmade dumplings from heaven). We took a brownie home for dessert. Loved every minute and can't wait to go back. Please visit this lovely restaurant (and restaurant owners) and gobble up all of their delicious offerings! read more

After reading many glowing reviews about Urban Hearth, I was able to make a reservation and visit this homey establishment during a recent trip to Boston. Dining here felt very one on one and that is something that really stood out for me. The restaurant is small however it is also spacious if that makes sense. You have a direct view of the kitchen where the two chefs are hard at work perfecting their art of amazing cuisine. Our waitress was really awesome. She was helpful, knowledgeable, friendly and very kind. I absolutely loved how Urban Hearth really felt like you were having dinner at home. It was warm, inviting, perfectly crowded and the very best part was the food. Nothing I've ever had before. As a cocktail, we enjoyed the glühein which consisted of warm red wine (perfect on a very cold night in Boston), brandy, honey, and mulling spices - it was so different and so good! The food had this fresh, homemade flavor to it. I wish I could tell you what was enjoyed specifically however I didn't jot down the names of the dishes. I also understand their menu offerings change often if not daily so something new is served with each experience. Urban Hearth is special and 1000% worth visiting. Much love and 5 stars from Miami. read more

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Very nice and small restaurant with a cute name( they actually have a hearth in the restaurant) in Cambridge. We came here on a Friday night without reservations, so we got seated at the bar. I am actually happy cuz i can watch chefs cook our meal. We ordered 5 courses meal, they have small free dishes between appetizer and main course and dessert. I would say every dishes are good, and we enjoyed all of them. But nothing is amazing or superior. My favorite is the mille feuille dessert. The only thing we did not like was the 20 dollars split fee, since we shared the 5 courses. I guess this is the way how prix fix works. read more

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My friend took me to this place for a special evening out on the town. While I can appreciate that unique cuisine can come with a high price tag, I didn't feel like this experience was worthy of the cost. The menu has a limited number of options, and at 7 pm we were disappointed to learn that they had already run out of a couple menu items. Many of the ingredients on the menu required explanations (at least for me), and the server was very nice about describing the dishes and answering our questions. (The guy that brought us the food was also friendly and nice.) But since the prices were already quite high, I winced a bit when she suggested that we should order multiple dishes per person "to share" ($$$!). My biggest complaint was how fast the food came out. One dish popped out immediately after the next, so everything was cold by the time we were ready to eat it, and the table was overflowing with plates of things that we couldn't seem to eat fast enough. For these prices, you should be able to sit and enjoy each course and not have them thrown at you all at once. It felt extremely rushed (like the kitchen staff and servers wanted to go home) and I found it disappointing that I couldn't take time to appreciate and enjoy each course. That said, I thought the food was generally very good. But was it outstanding? No. For $250, I feel like it should be outstanding. Overall, I found the whole experience relatively disappointing. read more

Excellent new spot on an all too frequently churned run of Mass Ave in North Cambridge that is easily reached from Davis Square. Urban hearth is an open kitchen, communal dining style restaurant from a server/chef duo focused on a small but focused three or five course tasting menu ($65/$80). Three of us sample the 3 course menu. As an appetizer, the roasted wild mushrooms in mushroom liquor, kombu and pickled peppers was earthy and creative. The mixture of mushroom "liquor" with kombu made for a taste sensation exploring both the sea and forests. Salmon rillettes with fennel and seeded crackers arrives in a small ramekin and is smooth and slightly briny. More recently a bluefin tuna crudo with apple, sriracha and wasabi roe is bright red, green, white and orange. Absolutely rich, fresh and clean bites. The duck with crisp smoky skin, roasted potatoes and plums is a wonder of flavor combination, texture and color. Crisp roasted potatoes bring the rich duck and slightly sweet berries together. The Black Sea bass on spoon bread has a crisp skin paired with the sweet, creamy bread. The whole shrimp are tender and succulent, served in a sesame bbq sauce with charred green beans. Pork tenderloin is prepared perfectly medium and plated with Brussel sprouts, cabbage and a soy gravy. The sprouts are charred and thus softened. Small tastes of stuffed figs and goat cheese are presented to start. A small nugget of manchego is paired with a Concord grape. Wine, extensive beer list and aperitifs are available for consideration. Wine pairing is offered for each course. Cute, cozy, small and excellent. The space is small enough that seats are literally shoulder to shoulder. Four seats have been added to the front of the kitchen so watching the chef prepare food is even more exciting. A communal table is used for both small and large groups. Service is intimate and excellent - plates cleared as used and silverware replaced as dirtied. Urban hearth is a wonderful addition to the burgeoning craft food scene in Somerville/cambridge. read more

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Just looked up on Yelp and decided to give a try. Perfect and perfect!! The food is amazing, the service is excellent! read more

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Food and service are fantastic! The gnocchi is *chef's kiss*! Wine selection and cocktails are incredible. Rebecca, Gabriel. and Erin work wonders! read more

This was an adorable place tucked into Davis Square. It's cozy and they have great food, and the service is fantastic - the lady at the counter was so friendly. I went for a late lunch and got some soup. The price is kind of steep, but it's worth it. They have wifi so you can order coffee and work there, and they also have a dinner menu that sounds good. The location is fairly small though, so it's sometimes hard to get a spot. read more

The fall menu at Urban Hearth is a fantastic , colorful and tasty array! The New England Nosh board is a delicious combination of fruit preserves , cheese and cured meats . The small plates were a mixture of meat , fish or vegetable centered dishes outstandingly flavored. The large plates were savory, and wonderfully plated. I brought friends from Europe there and they appreciated the fresh farm to table flavors and warm service. We sat outside on one of the last lovely evenings of fall on their wooden patio, well lit with string lights and decorated with foliage. We adore Urban Hearth!! read more

Urban Hearth A Poem Mass Ave in Cambridge has a nice variety Of different places to eat, options a plenty One stood out that was recently sought out Urban Hearth, a place to talk about A cozy little place with a rustic, homey feel With a touch of modern aesthetic and appeal It was brunch we decided to have, and glad we tried We recommend this place with an abundance of pride I tried the burger breakfast, an unlikely call With cheese, egg and mushrooms, I happily ate it all Cooked so nicely, with a side salad so fresh A new experience, now becoming one of the best Everything in the meals came from places locally Makes me support them more, so very heartily Everyone on the staff were attentive and kind We'll definitely return, trying new things all the time read more

On a Friday night for a friend's birthday dinner, this restaurant did not disappoint. Everything we were served was fresh and made with care. I enjoyed every bite of food and our evening was lovely, complemented by great service, a warm environment, and comfortable seating. This small restaurant is in North Cambridge but you can easily miss it driving by. With a great selection of wines and beers, we ordered everything that was on the menu tonight-except the cauliflower. The food was good and seasoned well but my favorite dish was the pork belly and branzino. I can't say that any dish popped out for me but the pork tenderloin was indeed, tender. The razor clam was cooked perfectly. Well, everything was cooked perfectly but the seasonings were underwhelming in a way that was still good food. I can't put my finger on it but it could be better...but I'd come back to see what else the chef has up her sleeve! read more

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Trash. Avoid this place unless you want to spend the next day on the toilet. Other reviews weren't kidding about the under cooked fish. Chewy, sinewy, and raw. Overpriced, flavorless, room temperature. Look elsewhere. read more

This place is intimate - maybe 24 seats including four at the bar where you can watch Erin and Paul work their magic. The food is as good as you will find in Boston or any major city, but tucked away in North Cambridge where there is plenty of free parking. Each dish is elaborately prepared, sometimes with multiple sauces and interesting combinations of ingredients, each one bursting with flavor. We got the 5-course menu and arranged it so that between the two of us we got one of everything on the menu. Each one was a hit, even dishes you would think would be mundane, such as a green salad or roasted winter vegetables. Some of them were combinations you wouldn't find elsewhere, but it all works. read more

I got the biscuit with chorizo, egg and cheese for breakfast with a simple green on the side. The dish came out great. Small and good enough for breakfast. I'm a little sad that they didn't have Shakshuka but I will come back maybe tomorrow? read more

What an amazing experience! Tried the 3 course prix fixe and was floored from the getgo--the chef provided a pre-first course "muse" that was delicious and yet hearty--more like a mix of bites of charcuterie and an amazingly flavored biscuit. My friend and I enjoyed some very different courses (except dessert--we both love chocolate!) and were surprised to receive another muse between courses. It's a small place--cozy, classy and intimate, and yet can accommodate groups. Loved it and will be back when I'm back in town... read more

Two perfect dinners so far. One a la cart and one chef's tasting. Every bite is thoughtful and exquisite. Cocktails are imaginative and delicious. Wines are unique and paired perfectly with the food. Urban Hearth is an absolute gem. read more

The food is extraordinary (really creative, carefully selected finest and seasonal indigents, and perfectly cooked/seasoned) and cocktails are tasty. We really enjoyed our experience with them. Will definitely come back. (Each dish is rather small portion, which we liked a lot as well!) read more

Dined at Urban Hearth on 5/8 for the first time and was extremely disappointed. The food was okay at best. The strangest thing happened and a glass at my table (a table for two) without being touched spontaneously shattered. I would be the first to admit if one of us dropped the glass, but it was unbelievable, and the entire restaurant witnessed this bizarre event. What was even more bizarre was that nobody really apologized. We were wet and covered in glass shards (luckily uninjured). We were met with "that was so weird" and "we will forget that ever happened" from the staff. We were a single course into our meal (a biscuit) and were so shocked. We didn't want to cause a scene or make a big deal in the restaurant as it wasn't anyone's fault. Glass can often shatter if cold ice cubes are too quickly placed in a hot glass or if the glass wasn't annealed properly or has an impurity. This phenomenon doesn't always happen immediately, but often it takes time for the glass structure to weaken prior to shattering. However, a shattered glass could have easily injured us or surrounding patrons very easily, which is a lawsuit waiting to happen. We are lucky no food was on the table and ingested afterwards because it surely would have been full of glass. We calmy shifted to the next table over and continued our meal. At the end of the meal, we were shocked to see no complimentary cocktail or dessert was offered. We received our bill and not even the measly biscuit was comp'd. As two former food service employees, we were shocked. The bill to some extent would have been comp'd at the local establishments we had worked at, or something would have been offered to us on the house. I would've apologized profusely as a server or owner of the restaurant. I do not take lightly writing negative reviews of local establishments, but the experience was one of the worst I have had. I fear our good manners were mistaken for naivety, which I don't take lightly. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone I know as there are far superior local dining options. I posted a review on google only to be met with how they are sorry I left a bad review. They also claimed to leave a note or something on open table. I couldn't find any open table notes and contacted their help line as well. I am not sure what they were offering, but I have to say that feeling treated as a second class citizen is no way to succeed at customer service. read more

It's been a few weeks since we visited this restaurant, but I just had to write a review as our experience was quite memorable. We have driven by this place hundreds of times and finally stopped in for dinner. So glad we did. The menu is not huge, but what they have on the menu is done extremely well. One of the best things we had were the fiddlehead fritters. Such a great way to use fiddleheads. Other dishes were also great, and we will definitely be back. read more

We've been very conservative during the pandemic about in-person dining (only 3 times) so when we saw the rare mid-60s February forecast we booked one of their ice fishing igloos for dinner. It was fantastic. Our meal was wonderful: cocktails, a bottle of wine, roast oysters, lamb shank, short rib and a fabulous dessert. Chef-owner Erin, along with the remarkable team she's assembled, have pushed through this pandemic with the same attention to culinary detail and exceptional service that they're known for. This place continues to be a local gem. Note: If you do the ice fishing igloos, dress appropriately. It was in the 50s when we arrived and down to the 40s when we left. Toward the end it was definitely chilly. Personally, would pass if it was in the 30s because I'm not that brave! Wear warm socks, layers, a vest and maybe a light coat if you're easily cold. Take advantage of the blankets provided. There is a small heater but it doesn't pump out much and the back and forth by wait staff will bring in cold air. Be sure to tip them extra for braving the cold! We brought battery operated twinkle lights for the table (and unplugged the super bright lights) and our own portable speaker for a dinner playlist. We were so focused on French cafe jazz that we didn't notice the traffic at all. Thanks again to Team Urban Hearth for another lovely dinner. Their take-out is fantastic and they cater beautiful special events in their small space, too. read more

Wonderful spot for brunch. All local organic ingredients and great selection on the menu. Not your usual brunch menu of 1 egg and side of potatoes which was what we were looking for. The only down side was the wait time after we ordered. It took over 40 mins to serve our food but definitely worth the wait. And they take reservations for brunch! read more

Urban Hearth - Shakshuka with side of greens and Roasted Wild Mushroom Tartine with a fried egg on the side - New American Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

This is not somewhere you go for a quick bite to eat. I mean, there's a cafe for breakfast, but I haven't tried that. But for dinner I mean, don't expect to be in and out in thirty minutes or anything. Prepare yourself to sit for two hours and enjoy, course by course, some of the best and most unique culinary creations you have ever seen, paired with excellent drinks to boot. The place is small, cozy, quiet, and low-key, but it's a real experience. I can't even begin to describe the food except that it's delicious, horizons-expanding, and made with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. It's a fantastic place to go for a really special date or just a long, delightful dinner with friends. read more

Literally probably the best breakfast I've had in years. I got the vegatable hash with harissa... omg! A hearty portion with amazing flavor combos... and beautiful. I was sa sad I didnt take a photo. We sat at the counter. I would say my only complaint is that it's just too tight. Especially in the winter with heavy coats on chairs, babies, and bags, just too close. Aside from that food and service are phenomenal! And my latte was excellent! Photo is of the wood inlay at the counter with my cozy mug of delicious coffee- beautiful! read more

Urban Hearth - New American Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

We ordered Urban Hearth's family dinner CoronaVirus special last night and it was Amazing. Served family style in aluminum foil containers, we got the fried chicken and the pork stew, plus biscuits and apple cakes. Was supposed to be two meals for a family of four. Easily four meals. Kids loved it, arrived hot, and the HUGE apple cake was absolutely delicious. They are delivering to Cambridge and Somerville and maybe a bit of Arlington and Medford too. If you want to give stuck-at-home meals a great twist and support our hurting local restaurant scene at the same time -- jump on this. read more

This felt like a really special dinner. Inspired menu, authentically warm and inviting staff, romantic patio. Felt much more intimate - like eating at someone's home - than the usual night out at a buzzy hot spot. The server/manager went out of her way to make us feel welcome and even brought us blankets because it was a bit drizzly. Highly recommend the (amazing) biscuits, the chorizo, and the cocktails. read more

Urban Hearth - Purple Rain and Take On Me cocktails - New American Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

This place has great outdoor seating available and is delicious farm to table food. The salmon tartare was so fresh and bright. If you get the seafood bisque be sure to save your bread to soak up all the delicious sauce! The duck was perfectly cooked with so many great flavors. On the pricier side but for the quality of the meal It is well worth it. Definitely will be back again! read more

I wish that I had taken pictures of every incredible delicious morsel that we were served last night but I was too busy being delighted! The attention to detail, craftsmanship, plating, wonderfully passionate and patient chef and staff, and most of all, incredible flavors and fresh ingredients left us thoroughly satiated. For $70, you get a starter, an entree, and a dessert. Plus, they find ways to surprise and delight you every step of the way. For us, we were greeted with lovely light wine spritzers when we arrived, and other little items to munch on between courses. Well worth it for a special date night or occasion. Additional bonus - half of the options were vegetarian friendly! Can't wait for an excuse to return. read more

Do you ever watch one of those cooking/judging shows and think to yourself - I need to try that ultra unique 3 course feast I just saw? Well Yelpers, this is your chance to try a once in a lifetime culinary experience! The waitress walks you through each menu item served describing the ingredients and how they compliment one another and accentuate the flavors in each meal. I had an absolute blast, the quality craft beers were great as well and I can't wait to revisit for their pizza night, as I imagine that will equally be an over the top unique culinary experience. read more

Chose Urban Hearth to celebrate a milestone at work. I wanted a tasting menu and read good things about the chef's tasting menu. My husband and I reserved the special experience tasting menu where you sit at the counter and the chef cooks in front of you. First of all, the chef was mostly in the back while two other cooks were in front of us. It was interesting watching them plate, but it was definitely not the immersive experience promised. The meal (four courses, with a bonus thrown in) was aggressively mediocre. Nothing stood out and it had a lot of repeat flavors. I understand it's a seasonal menu, but there were very few surprises and the flavors didn't pop in any way. On a more positive note, the staff and service were great, particularly the hostess was lovely. I do not recommend the tasting menu though. read more

Where do i start?! this cute little spot has outdoor seating and easy street parking. I went with a couple other people and the menu makes it easy to share plates. The kale salad was AMAZING! And I hate kale. The beet fritters were my first time ever trying beets and I'd be so disappointed if beets don't always taste this good. For my main course, I had the lavender beef rib. It was good but wouldn't rave about it. For dessert, we had both the cherry frangipane and the mole s'mas. Both were equally delicious. All in all, the experience from start to finish was 10/10. Presentation, service, just all of it! We'll be back! read more

Wow wow wow. This restaurant has been under our noses since October and we only now just discovered it. How many weekly fresh local-inspired menus have we missed out on! How many sensibly sized dishes have evaded our palates?? The freshness. The flavor. The uniqueness in ingredients. The friendly service! Months and months of missed opportunity flashed before our eyes as we were treated to dish after dish after dish of our tasting menu. The meal started with our cozy corner seat and a complimentary drink to mollify us while our very busy hostess, waitress, (and maybe owner?) worked the room. She managed to see to every table without anyone feeling neglected. Next they brought us a starter plate (again gratis) of small biscuits, cheese spread and ham. Delicious, every bite. (It was at this point that I declared this my new favorite restaurant in Somerville). We each ordered the 3-course menu, and I got mine with a wine pairing. Each dish was devoured before the thought to take pictures even crossed our minds, that's how packed with flavor each was. The food was sooo good that dessert was almost a disappointment because it marked the end. Support this small friendly restaurant with your business and your tastebuds will be rewarded handsomely. read more

I love the people and the vibe of the place. The brunch is fantastic - beautiful display, delicious and filling. They always have free samples and little niblies to eat while waiting for food. Pizza night is highly recommended and comes around once a month! I've docked 1 star for the dinner - though the menu rotates and has plenty of options and modifiable I've found that the chef can sometimes be a bit heavy handed with the salt - if you guys are reading...please please my blood pressure will thank you for cutting down on the salt a bit. Otherwise - this place is a neighborhood gem! read more

Urban Hearth - New American Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Such an intimate and down home, but eclectic feel to this jewel! Each dish expertly prepared, shining with its own special character of taste, texture and season. Love the thoughtfulness to the combinations, and the bridge of tasting bites and complimentary drinks between courses. Casual, yet romantic; rustic yet sophisticated. A+ Service, Creativity and Friendliness! A great example of what Boston stands for! read more

Came here for lunch. The food is really nice and the unpretentious atmosphere is appreciated. It's hard to get a seat though. Will return for dinner sometime. read more

Just an incredible experience. Personal, cozy, homey, delightful. I don't want to say much more, and I hesitate even leaving this review because I want to keep getting easy same-day reservations, but they deserve more business! read more

Fantastic for brunch. Really enjoyed the udon with shrimp and the mushroom tartine. Don't miss this place! read more

Urban Hearth - New American Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I got the Cilantro & Lime Chicken Quinoa bowl and it was amazing!! The chicken and quinoa were both cooked perfectly and the cilantro lime sauce was so tasty. The only downside (which didn't bother me much) was that when I first got there, no one really greeted me and I wasn't sure who I was supposed to order from. The two people working seemed really busy but I did stand there awkwardly for a minute or two until someone finally did acknowledge me. read more

5 stars for super friendly service & a delicious hearty & healthy sweet potato & carrot soup, beautifully garnished w popcorn! read more

Urban Hearth - New American Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts