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Nubar, Cambridge, MA

Nubar

4.4
4.4
1101 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
We are currently serving our breakfast buffet 7 days/wk, from 7am - 10:30am. The price is $26, and it includes coffee, tea, or juice. We will not be serving lunch from 12/26 - 3/7, because of a large-scale hotel renovation happening during this period. We open for dinner at 5pm daily. The kitchen closes at 10pm daily. The bar will stay open 45 minutes after the kitchen closes on Sunday - Thursday, and on Friday and Saturday, last call is 11:45pm.

Located under the glow of a Cambridge landmark and in the heart of Harvard Square, Nubar restaurant and lounge is now open at the Sheraton Commander Hotel. A chic neighborhood hangout emphasizing a comfortable bar and dining experience, Nubar restaurant serves food reflective of its surrounding neighborhood: smart, seasonal and approachable.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Mediterranean, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–10:30 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (617) 234-1365
  • Website
    http://www.nubarcambridge.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Tom Connaughton
  • Catering
    Please call, email, or fill out an inquiry here on the website regarding private events. We have several options available, from private to semi-private, dinners or cocktail receptions.
  • Private party facilities
    We have two private dining spaces - the Berkeley Room holds a max of 20 guests, and the Garden Room holds a max of 37 guests. Larger dinners are done semi-privately. We have a fireside lounge area for cocktail groups up to 40, or expanded to include the bar for groups up to 100. The entire space may be available for events as large as 170 guests.
  • Location
    16 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
  • Area
    Cambridge
  • Parking details
    $12 for up to 3 hours with validation. The rate goes up to $30 for up to 5 hours.
  • Public transit
    Number 1 bus line and red line subway both stop nearby
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Nubar Buffet

  • Nubar Buffet

    Nubar breakfast features a comprehensive buffet, including: fresh fruit, granola, yogurt, eggs, breakfast meats and potatoes, French toast, omelet station, oatmeal, and assorted pastries and breads.

    Breakfast is available 7 days a week

    • Breakfast

      Served daily from 7am-10:30 $26/pp including juice and coffee; $10 for children 12 and under, free for children under 5; á la carte is available upon request.

      Lunch

      • Lunch

        Served Mon - Sat 11AM - 2PM. Pricing à la carte

        Last updated: 20 July 2023

        What 1,101 people are saying

        Overall ratings and reviews

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

        4.4
        4.4 based on recent ratings
        • 4.2Food
        • 4.4Service
        • 4.3Ambience
        • 4Value

        Noise • Moderate

        Review summary

        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
        Nubar shines with its "courteous service" and diverse menu offerings that make it "far more than a typical hotel restaurant." Guests rave about its "excellent wine list" and "divine peach burrata salad." The inviting atmosphere and "delicious food" make it a charming choice for brunch or a post-theatre dinner.

        1,101 Reviews

        1. Flo

          Greater Boston

          3 reviews

          5.0

          3 reviews

          Dined 2 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 4
          Very nice Xmas Buffet, unfortunately we never seem to be able to eat enough to make it a worthwhile endeavor. Food and service were both great.

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        2. jennifer

          Montreal

          3 reviews

          2.0

          3 reviews

          Dined 2 days ago

          1. Overall 2
          2. Food 2
          3. Service 2
          4. Ambience 3
          Nous y avons mangé le 24 décembre pour le réveillon de Noël. L’accueil et le service étaient médiocres. La nourriture vraiment basique. Vraiment cher pour ce que c’était. Nous sommes parties déçues.. nous n’y retournerons pas.

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        3. Ellen

          Greater Boston

          11 reviews

          5.0

          11 reviews

          Dined 3 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 4
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Great choice for us since we were already staying at the Commander Hotel. Armenian house special lamb chops was the hit of the night. Everything was well prepared, presented with care by attentive staff Overall, highly recommend.

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        4. Leslie

          VIP

          Greater Boston

          6 reviews

          5.0

          6 reviews

          Dined 6 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          A great experience from start to finish. Great and friendly service

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        5. Helen

          Greater Boston

          61 reviews

          4.0

          61 reviews

          Dined 7 days ago

          1. Overall 4
          2. Food 3
          3. Service 4
          4. Ambience 4
          Usually very loud and noisy at dinner. This evening it was quiet and relaxing. Probably not good for establishment, but a quiet delight for the diners. Maybe first snow storm kept people at home.

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        6. Michael

          Greater Boston

          5 reviews

          5.0

          5 reviews

          Dined on 17 December 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Nubar did not disappoint. The food was delicious, the wait staff attentive and gracious, and the atmosphere ideal for sharing a memorable holiday dinner with friends. Grateful for the experience!

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        7. Zaida

          Greater Boston

          2 reviews

          5.0

          2 reviews

          Dined on 13 December 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Muy buena experiencia. Buen servicio y buena comida.

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        8. Julie

          New York City

          1 review

          3.0

          1 review

          Dined on 12 December 2024

          1. Overall 3
          2. Food 2
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 3
          Lovely setting, lovely waiter, try to go when it’s not too busy.

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        9. Judy

          VIP

          Greater Boston

          53 reviews

          5.0

          53 reviews

          Dined on 11 December 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Adrianna is the best! Always love lunch at Nubar. The fireplace is a nice touch on a cold winter's day!

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        10. Judy

          VIP

          Greater Boston

          53 reviews

          5.0

          53 reviews

          Dined on 10 December 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Loved being close to the fireplace on a cold winter's day. Service is always warm and friendly.

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        FAQs

        Nubar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 234-1365.

        Nubar is rated 4.4 stars by 1101 OpenTable diners.

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

        Make a booking

        2 people
        7:00 pm
        Booked 5 times today

        Order delivery or takeout

        Google Map for Nubar

        16 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

        Dining areas

        Additional information

        • Area
          Cambridge
        • Hours of Operation
          Breakfast Daily 07:00–10:30 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
        • Price
          $31 to $50
        • Cuisines
          Contemporary American, Mediterranean, Vegetarian / Vegan
        • Dining style
          Casual Elegant
        • Dress code
          Smart Casual
        • Parking details
          $12 for up to 3 hours with validation. The rate goes up to $30 for up to 5 hours.
        • Public transit
          Number 1 bus line and red line subway both stop nearby
        • Payment Options
          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
        • Executive Chef
          Tom Connaughton
        • Additional
          Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
        • Website
          http://www.nubarcambridge.com/
        • Phone number
          (617) 234-1365
        • Catering
          Please call, email, or fill out an inquiry here on the website regarding private events. We have several options available, from private to semi-private, dinners or cocktail receptions.
        • Private party facilities
          We have two private dining spaces - the Berkeley Room holds a max of 20 guests, and the Garden Room holds a max of 37 guests. Larger dinners are done semi-privately. We have a fireside lounge area for cocktail groups up to 40, or expanded to include the bar for groups up to 100. The entire space may be available for events as large as 170 guests.
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