Urban Hearth

4.9

662 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

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2 people

Feb 27, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Innovative

Farm-to-table dining in the comfort of our home: that is the unique experience you will find at Urban Hearth. Located in a cozy North Cambridge storefront, our intimate dining room, knowledgeable, friendly staff, and exquisitely crafted menu are the heart of our dinner service. Join us for a la carte or at our chef's counter where you'll have the pleasure of interacting with Chef Erin Miller while dining.

We share a story of culture, community, discovery and home. The globally-inspired, locally-sourced dishes we serve celebrate our rich and complex connection with food. The table is set, whether marking a special occasion or the end of a busy day, we look forward to sharing the evening with you. We welcome private event bookings for graduations, birthdays, weddings and more. To equalize the pay disparity between tipped staff & kitchen staff during our busy times, we add a 5% kitchen appreciation fee to each check. We require 24 hours notice for all cancellations.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Global, International
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 682-7295
Website
http://www.urbanhearth.net/
Payment Options
AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Erin Miller
Private party facilities
Our dining room is yours.Host a large party or private event at Urban Hearth with exclusive use of the space. Comfortably seating up to 24 guests in our open dining room.Choose from prix fixe or custom menu. Contact us for more information at info@urbanhearth.net

Location
2263 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140-1212
Neighbourhood
Cambridge
Cross Street
Dover Street, Day Street
Parking details
Our neighbors at Century Bank, one block north of the restaurant on Massachusetts Avenue, kindly allow Urban Hearth guests to park in their lot after 6pm.
Public transit
Davis Square Red Line
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Chef's Counter
US$140.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Our chef's counter offers 4 seats with an exclusive view into the kitchen. 5-course chefs menu with optional wine pairing. An outstanding farm-to-table meal created right in front of you while you chat with our team of talented chefs. When booking, please share dietary restrictions. Note: Our menu for the chef's counter experience is ideal for adventurous diners. This menu changes daily and not all dietary restrictions and preferences can be accommodated. Please allow at least 2.5 hours for your dinner.
100 Mile Dinner with Mahaniyom
US$90.00 per person
Prepaid
Feb 25, 2025 - Feb 26, 2025
Join us for the 3rd annual 100-Mile Dinner, a unique and thrilling culinary challenge that will warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds. This year, Chef Erin Miller of Urban Hearth is teaming up with the talented Chef Song Thanaphon Authaiphan of Mahaniyom and Merai to create a spectacular 4-course menu that blends the bold flavors of his native Thailand with the comforting essence of her roots in the American South. We will employ all of our culinary talents to craft New England’s winter bounty into an exotically spiced, warm and fragrant multi-course tasting menu that sings with flavors of New England, Thailand, & the American South, all sourced from within a 100-mile radius.

What 662 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
Innovative
Greater Boston
Contemporary American
Boston
Best Overall
Boston
Best Food
Boston
Innovative
Boston
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Urban Hearth is a cozy culinary gem offering "genuinely outstanding" food with inventive flavors and creative dishes. The intimate setting is perfect for a special night out. Guests rave about the "phenomenal food, service, and ambiance," and the chef's table consistently delivers a "fantastic tasting menu." Chef Erin's commitment to sustainability and exceptional creativity makes this restaurant a must-visit.

662 Reviews

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Molly
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Still my favorite Boston area foodie spot. Love this team and space! The collaboration menu was nuanced and special. Thank you for another wonderful solo date night, all.
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Steve
Greater Boston
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for a special "One Hundred Mile" evening where all ingredients were sourced within one hundred miles of the restaurant. The theme of the evening was American southern-influenced and Thai dishes prepared by an outside chef. The whole experience was beautifully paced, and the dishes were Michelin-quality. An informal but amazing evening. The staff could not have been more attentive and knowledgeable.
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Danna
VIP
Greater Boston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The 100 Mile dinner was such a special experience. The thought and care that went into each dish was palpable. Urban Hearth continues to set the standard for creative cooking and hospitality in Cambridge.
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Camille
VIP
Greater Boston
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We booked the chef's table tasting menu. The flavors were creative and thoughtful, and the service was friendly and attentive. Two things would have made the experience outstanding. First, some of the food was lukewarm when we got it. Second, despite five courses, I was still hungry when we left. The portions for the fish and meat course were small. (My husband ate his steak in a single bite.)
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Abigail
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My friends and I love to explore all that the NE food scene has to offer and Urban Hearth is no different. The intimacy of the restaurant lends itself well to a great date night spot or a wonderful place for friends to catch up. The food: genuinely outstanding both in terms of flavor, presentation and in composition. The service: Sam was a delight to speak to and ask about recommendations - the feta gnudi (don’t pass it up, the broth is delicious) the beef short rib (as luxurious as you could hope). In short - don’t pass up going to Urban Hearth for a foodie’s dream.
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Belinda
Greater Boston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The kitchen was understaffed so the meal took a very long time to come out (over 2 hours for 4 dishes, two of which were bread and salad). We declined to order dessert because it would have taken another hours! Waitstaff was a bit rude about it. The short rib was absolutely outstanding.
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Beth
VIP
Greater Boston
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Phenomenal food, service, and ambiance!! Went to celebrate a birthday at the Chef’s table and enjoyed creative and delicious 5-course meal with innovative wine pairing. Everyone was so so pleasant and welcoming. Very knowledgeable staff and the Chef was engaging and brilliant. Their commitment to sustainability is admirable. This is a place to return to frequently!
Urban HearthResponded on February 19, 2025
Thank you so much for this lovely review. We enjoyed your company!
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Christopher
VIP
Greater Boston
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It gets better each time we go there. Who would have thought cauliflower could be so good, with a chestnut puree no less?
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Elizabeth
Greater Boston
32 reviews
4.0
32 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Delicious food and drinks. If you are ok with CLOSE seating arrangements with other tables - this is your place. The staff was lovely and the food very tasty - only hitch for me was how tightly we were seated with other guests.
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Lawrence
Greater Boston
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our favorite Boston-area restaurant. It just gets better and better.
Urban HearthResponded on February 11, 2025
Always a joy to have you both!
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FAQs

Urban Hearth is rated 4.9 stars by 662 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 27, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

2263 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140-1212

Additional information

Cross Street
Dover Street, Day Street
Neighbourhood
Cambridge
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Global, International
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Our neighbors at Century Bank, one block north of the restaurant on Massachusetts Avenue, kindly allow Urban Hearth guests to park in their lot after 6pm.
Public transit
Davis Square Red Line
Payment Options
AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Erin Miller
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.urbanhearth.net/
Phone number
(617) 682-7295
Private party facilities
Our dining room is yours.Host a large party or private event at Urban Hearth with exclusive use of the space. Comfortably seating up to 24 guests in our open dining room.Choose from prix fixe or custom menu. Contact us for more information at info@urbanhearth.net

Urban Hearth

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Chef's Counter

100 Mile Dinner with Mahaniyom

Menu

What 662 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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