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Oak Bistro, Cambridge, MA

Oak Bistro

4.7
4.7
254 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 20 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Step into Oak Bistro, the freshest addition to Inman Square, Cambridge, MA. Uncover American cuisine with a modern spin, influenced by global flavors. Our cozy setting welcomes young professionals, students, and families for an unforgettable culinary experience. Led by a chef-driven vision, we infuse diverse cultural influences, meticulous attention, and adaptability into crafting innovative and delectable dishes. Come share in the creation of enduring memories while supporting our vibrant local community.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (617) 714-4696
  • Website
    http://www.oakbistrorestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    1287 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02139
  • Neighbourhood
    Cambridge
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 254 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    American

  • Boston

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Oak Bistro delights with "great food," a "creative menu," and a "cozy atmosphere." Patrons praise the "excellent service" and "attentive staff," while enjoying a diverse selection of dishes, including vegan-friendly options. The charming ambiance and "friendly vibe" make it a top choice for gatherings and intimate dining experiences.

254 Reviews

  1. Candace

    Houston

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My food was not cooked as ordered. The chef did nothing to address allergies. I would expect that they would at least try to accommodate instead of narrowing the selection. Waitress was great, decor was cute.

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  2. Sandra

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Met an old friend I had not seen for over a decade for lunch. My first time here. Arrived as they opened and I was warmly welcomed and they allowed me to choose the table I wanted. Lovely atmosphere and attentive staff without being intrusive. GREAT FOOD!

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  3. Wendy

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent for a party of nine. And food was great!!

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  4. Alvin

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place was fantastic, stopped in for Valentine's day. Drinks were creative and well balanced. Food was amazing - from the bison meatballs to the duck, 10/10

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  5. Anna-Sophia

    New York State

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience - delicious food options, a great menu for if you have vegans and meat eaters in the group. Also provided some lovely bonus valentine’s day stuff to really celebrate the holiday. Lovely outing, will certainly be back.

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  6. Meredith

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful Valentine's Day celebration from the Oak Bistro team!! We had a lovely evening, with fabulous food (a big shout-out for the roast chicken and the duck leg), fabulous service (Noel, you rock!), and a fun vibe (we loved the polaroid photo option!). Many thanks! We'll be back soon.

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  7. Jackie

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful restaurant with excellent food, service and comfortable noise level. We kept our voices low and could hear each other well. The potato parve is absolutely delicious as is the artic char. I've had cocktails and small bites at the bar as well. Oak Bistro is an excellent experience.

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  8. Delphine

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    81 reviews

    5.0

    81 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed the service, vibe, atmosphere, that you could get well-executed delicious food in a relaxed atmosphere where everyone doesn't feel like they're on stage. Thanks for being there.

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  9. Carol

    Milwaukee

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent and intimate dating in the bar area. Charming combination of refined contemporary and rustic atmosphere. Food was wonderful. I could actually hear my husband across the table w/o shouting. It was very comfortable. Down side - parking. Look for public parking lot. It’s your best shot.

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  10. Jeff

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    All the meals - from Apps to dinner and bread pudding were all great ! Dinner comes quickly while your finishing your apps so maybe skip the apps ! Overall - the place was excellent. We enjoyed it !

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FAQs

Oak Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 714-4696.

Oak Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 254 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Oak Bistro

1287 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02139

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Cambridge
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–2:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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