Best Restaurants for Birthdays in West Cambridge

65 restaurants available nearby

1. Wusong Road

4.6

Exceptional(577)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Cambridge

Booked 44 times today

Wusong Tiki Bar is Cambridge's local tropical Bar serving Chinese American bar bites and tropical Tiki inspired drinks by Chef Jason Doo. Famous for our hand-made baos, crab Rangoons and the best Mai Tai in Boston. Please note if there are no tables available our ground floor bar and 2nd floor bar are available for guests without bookings--subject to availability and during peak hours there may be a queue.All reservations are for a 90-minute experience, and we kindly ask that you respect the guests who follow.Wusong Road is a minority and LGBTQ owned business.

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2. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Cambridge, MA | Harvard Square

4.6

Exceptional(749)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Cambridge

Booked 34 times today

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

3. Longfellow

4.7

Exceptional(346)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cambridge

Booked 16 times today

Award-winning chef and restaurateur Michael Scelfo's Longfellow Bar at Alden & Harlow is a neighborhood bar and restaurant located in the historic Café Algiers space directly above his flagship restaurant at 40 Brattle Street in Harvard Square. The food and drinks at The Longfellow Bar continue to explore Chef Scelfo’s forward-thinking approach to experiencing a meal around his kitchen counter. The menu features bar food that is intended to be passed and shared, allowing guests the opportunity to become immersed in a relaxed and tactile approach to eating; they’re encouraged to break bread and get their hands messy. Rooted in genuine hospitality and exceptional cocktails, the bar program follows Chef Scelfo’s ethos of taking simple ingredients and transforming them, incorporating unique flavors and textures.

4. Dali

4.8

Exceptional(1573)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Cambridge

Booked 57 times today

Owners Mario Leon and Tamara Bourso introduced traditional Spanish cuisine with a Dali twist to Boston in 1989 and the concept of pairing/sharing tapas quickly spread throughout the restaurant community. Dali offers a full liquor bar with Sangria, original/vintage Cocktails, and Bottoms Up Shots. The interior is personalized with quirky decor such as the Crying Gold Wall, Lost & Found Clothesline, and a LED Interactive Table that cozily seats 6-10 convivial guests.Reservations available Wednesday thru Sunday from 5:30 to 10 and we invite you for a memorable evening.

5. Beehive

4.6

Exceptional(7138)

Price: Expensive

• American • South End

Booked 67 times today

The Beehive is an underground Bohemian eatery and bar featuring fabulous cuisine, libations, artwork and world class live music. Nestled below the Boston Center for the Art’s historic Cyclorama in Boston’s South End, we are conveniently located to local theaters, the Calderwood Pavilion as well as Boston's Theater district. The Beehive serves the eclectic fare of Chef Ryan Skeen - rustic comfort food infused with American and Mediterranean influences. Join us for dinner, weekend brunch, patio dining, great cocktails at our bars and next level live music. If you like the Beehive you'll love our sister restaurant Cosmica Mexican Food & Bar for elevated Mexican cuisine and cocktails located two blocks away.

6. Lucca North End

4.6

Exceptional(3627)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 91 times today

On New Year's Eve we will be serving our regular dinner menu a la carte with a few exceptions and a few additions. Still taking reservations.Lucca has become one of the most talked about restaurants in Boston. Zagat survey named them, Best New Italian Restaurant and they won a coveted Best of Boston award for their elegant and lively bar. They are also the recipient of the Wine Spectator award of excellence with distinction. Whether you join them for a relaxing dining experience or a little later for cocktails and to sample their late night menu, you will be won over by Lucca's elegant charm and warm ambiance.

7. Estella

4.1

Excellent(608)

Price: Expensive

• American • Beacon Hill

Booked 60 times today

Estella Restaurant, a culinary gem in downtown Boston, invites you to an exceptional dining experience that fuses flavors from diverse cultures. Founded by George Brandão in tribute to his extraordinary mother, Estella—a beacon of love and dedication—the restaurant embodies unity and diversity at its core. Our signature dish, the Famous Worrell Oxtail Rasta Pasta, is a harmonious blend of tender oxtail and vibrant Caribbean spices, a must-try for food enthusiasts seeking unique flavors. Estella has been featured in prestigious publications such as Eater Boston's Best Restaurants in Downtown Crossing and Best Cocktail Bars in Boston. Located steps away from iconic landmarks like the Boston Common and the historic Freedom Trail, Estella is the perfect destination for locals and visitors seeking an extraordinary dining experience. Join us, where every dish tells a story and every moment celebrates culture, unity, and culinary artistry.

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8. Toscano Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3414)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Beacon Hill

Booked 39 times today

Nestled among the antique shops, boutiques and cafes along Beacon Hill's famous Charles Street, Toscano restaurant remains a staple of Boston's oldest neighborhood.

9. Ciao Roma

4.8

Exceptional(1036)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 57 times today

Italian restaurant using the freshest ingredients and house-made pasta. Focusing on Southern Italian cuisine, we serve a full bar and curated wine list. Located on the historic Freedom Trail overlooking North Square.

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10. Blue Ribbon Brasserie

4.4

Awesome(272)

Price: Expensive

• American • Fenway–Kenmore

Booked 15 times today

Blue Ribbon Brasserie is built on the vision that originated over 30 years ago in New York City's SoHo at the legendary original Blue Ribbon, well known as the restaurant "where chefs go to eat." Blue Ribbon is also famously ready to serve here in Boston!The space is highlighted by a 70-foot white Carrera marble bar, an oyster bar, and a 16-seat private dining room. The soaring interior has been designed as a collection of intimate dining spaces featuring cozy leather banquettes, shaded table lamps and bistro tables, and a light-filled solarium with floor-to-ceiling windows that look out into the neighborhood and beckon inside the Boston community and visitors alike.

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Kay
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was amazing, my partner and i shared a pescatarian pupu platter and Shrimp fried rice. Everything tasted amazing. We had Mai Tai for drinks which were also really good and strong. We can’t wait to go back.
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Wusong RoadPrice: Expensive• Asian• Cambridge
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4.6
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Aubrey
Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
We were early for our reservation and offered to sit at the bar until our table was ready. They forgot about us and ended up seating us at the same empty table that was empty when we arrived. Food was good, music and ambiance were lovely.
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BeehivePrice: Expensive• American• South End
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4.6
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Yang
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Dali was amazing! The decor was so cute and the food was incredible
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DaliPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Cambridge
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4.8
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Gayle
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The staff was very nice and helpful. Customer service seems to be of great importance to them. The side dishes are generous, and all very tasty.
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LongfellowPrice: Moderate• American• Cambridge
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4.7
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Suheidy
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 16, 2024
Food is always delicious! Waiters can be a hit or miss, service is okay but inattentive. I love dining there!
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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Cambridge, MA | Harvard SquarePrice: Expensive• Japanese• Cambridge
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4.6

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65 restaurants available nearby

1. Wusong Road

2. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Cambridge, MA | Harvard Square

3. Longfellow

4. Dali

5. Beehive

6. Lucca North End

7. Estella

8. Toscano Restaurant

9. Ciao Roma

10. Blue Ribbon Brasserie

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