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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 2 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
  • 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.
  • 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

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

NoiseModerate

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 5 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 5 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 6 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 on 21 December 2024

    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 on 20 December 2024

    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.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today

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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
  • 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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