Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Cambridge

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Cambridge? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Sticks'n'Sushi - Cambridge

4.7

4.7 (77)

£26 to £40

Sushi

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Just a short walk from the prestigious Cambridge University and across from the Corn Exchange, we offer a vibrant dining experience in a historic setting. Enjoy our quality sushi and grilled sticks amidst student chatter, shoppers and locals alike. A sushi restaurant - even for those that don't like fish.

Top review

Paul

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

Excellent ambience, attentive service and good food.

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Experience

Lunch & Early Evening Sticks Set Menu £19.50

Pho Cambridge

4.5

4.5 (563)

£25 and under

Vietnamese

Cambridge

About the restaurant

LOUD, VIBRANT, DELICIOUS...Situated on Wheeler Street in the centre of Cambridge, Pho is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant that specialise in pho noodle soup, the national dish of Vietnam. Aside from pho, you can also expect to find amazing starters, healthy salads, hearty rice bowls and decadent curries. They have a range of freshly made juices and also Vietnamese beers and a large wine and cocktail list. Pho’s menu is 40% vegan and nearly entirely gluten-free too. They also have an accessible kids’ menu where children can get a meal and a drink for £6.95.

Top review

Peter

Dined 3 days ago

The food was excellent. my wife had the pho (as usual!) and I had a spicy curry, we both really enjoyed our meals. The staff were all very friendly, pleasant and helpful. Additionally my wife is gluten intolerant, and Pho is exceptional in providing a 95% gluten free menu. Also the staff were assiduous in enquiring about food allergies prior to ordering.

The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie

4.4

4.4 (10439)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie serves all-encompassing, contemporary British menu.

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nicolaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

A great meal, quickly delivered. Very tasty and a great recommendation of the snowman for desert.

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Experience

Breakfast Set Menu

Experience

The Ivy Cambridge Festive Afternoon Tea

Experience

Boxing Day Brunch

Côte Brasserie - Cambridge

4.3

4.3 (90)

£25 and under

French

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.

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HelenbVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent value prix fixe menu and lovely service.

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Experience

New Year's Eve Set Menu

Experience

Festive three-course Set Menu

Parker's Tavern

4.2

4.2 (2366)

£26 to £40

British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

A restaurant and bar located within the new University Arms hotel on Parker’s Piece, Cambridge.
Parker’s Tavern serves modern British comfort food sourced from field, fen and England’s seas.
The menu changes with the seasons, every dish representing a return to good, unpretentious British cooking, conjured by a spectacular chef.

Top review

Candy

Dined 2 days ago

First time visiting Parker’s Tavern and we’ll definitely be back. The food was cooked exquisitely and was incredibly flavoursome. The staff were attentive and friendly and there was a lively atmosphere but with no impact on the acoustics. A jazz band in the bar topped off what was a wonderful evening.

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Turkuaz Social Cambridge

4.2

4.2 (46)

£25 and under

Turkish

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Turkuaz brings the authentic flavours of the Mediterranean to Cambridge.

Every dish we prepare is a testament to the rich heritage and culinary traditions of the region. We take pride in using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking methods to ensure every bite is packed with authentic flavours.

For Large bookings please call 01223 658210

Top review

Peter

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Easy to book. A very warm reception by friendly staff. An extensive drink and food menu. Excellent service of high quality food and drink. A great atmosphere throughout. Well done Turkuaz.

Pint Shop - Cambridge

4.1

4.1 (1995)

£25 and under

British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

We serve simple, seasonal British food alongside an awesome beer list.

'Standard’ for a Dining Room reservation on the Dining Room menu

‘Bar’ or ‘Outdoor’ for drinks only or bar snacks

Please note dogs are only allowed in our Bar and Garden

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tim

Dined 3 days ago

Great ambience, amazing selection of beers and good food - what more do you need?

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Popular dish

Overnight XO Pork Belly

Popular dish

Overnight Pork Belly

Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cambridge

4.1

4.1 (1411)

£25 and under

British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Take a punt at Bill's next time you're in Cambridge. It's one of our most tucked away, historic restaurants and we think you'll agree it's pretty special. Whether you're a gown-wearing student or a coat-wearing visitor, we've got a table for you.

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Tim

Dined 1 day ago

The service team were exceptional. They dealt with one of the groups dietary needs brilliantly. Thank you.

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4.0

4 (490)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Nothing delights quite like The Orator, serving up contemporary British food, cocktails, beer and wine. Set in a stunning Victorian gothic venue with high ceilings bathed in swathes of natural light.

We can offer private dining for up to 20 in our private Dining Room used to host guests of the Cambridge Union Society, recently including Dua Lipa and Robert de Niro. For larger groups, we have a number of different rooms throughout the venue to cater for any occasion.
Speak to our events team at enquiries@theoratorcambridge.co.uk for more information on all private hire options.

Top review

Madeleine

Dined 2 days ago

The food and cocktails were delicious, but what made this evening so special were the staff (our waitress was particularly fabulous, so wish I'd got her name) and the overall atmosphere. Gorgeous seating, lovely furniture, a variety of areas to eat, drink and socialise. The history of the building and pictures on the wall were a great talking point. The ability to play the piano, just made it! We will be back. Thanks so much :-)

Carluccio's - Cambridge

3.8

3.8 (794)

£26 to £40

Italian

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Here at Carluccio's, we’ve always been true to our Italian heritage and what food really means to us. The best ingredients, from the best regions, cooked with love.

We’re in the heart of the city, next to the Cambridge University buildings.

We’re open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner Monday to Sunday. We cater for vegetarians and those who are following a gluten-free diet, with options for both on our menu.

Top review

JaneW

Dined 5 days ago

We always have the same things: penne giardiniera and broccoli/lasagne and side salad followed by coffee. It's good! Lasagne was a bit cold this time, hence the 4 stars. Nice staff, nice atmosphere, reasonable price. We'll be back.

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Popular dish

Chicken Milanese

Experience

Christmas Menu (Groups 6+ guests)

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