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Alden and Harlow, Cambridge, MA

Alden and Harlow

4.5
4.5
4849 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 107 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Located at 40 Brattle Street in Harvard Square, Alden & Harlow serves thoughtfully sourced, honest American food in a subterranean, modern and comfortable space. Replicating the style of cooking he does for family and friends in his home kitchen, Chef Michael Scelfo prepares humble, unpretentious food that honors tradition of place in its quality. It's how he connects with anyone who joins them at their table.

While reservations are strongly suggested, we also save a portion of the dining room and bar for walk-ins in the event that your request cannot be accommodated. So please, come on in!

Parties of more than 8, please call to make a reservation.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Late Night Thu–Sat 11:00 am–12:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 864-2100
  • Website
    http://www.aldenharlow.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Scelfo
  • Location
    40 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
  • Area
    West Cambridge
  • Cross Street
    Mt Auburn Street
  • Parking details
    University Place Garage at 124 Mt. Auburn St offers a discounted rate with validation.
  • Public transit
    Alden and Harlow is accessible via the Harvard Square MBTA Red Line T stop.
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Main

  • Grilled Rosemary FocacciaUSD 15.00

    Roasted Squash Caponata, House Cultured Butter

    • Chips & Onion DipUSD 9.00

      • Smoked & Fried Chicken "Nuggets"USD 18.00

        Tarragon Aioli, Fermented Ramp Greens, Burnt Cherry Hot Sauce

        • Ubiquitous Kale SaladUSD 16.00

          Creamy Pistachio Dressing, Honey & Fennel

          • Mixed Roasted Squash USD 19.00

            Smoked Almond Tahini, Pickled Hot Peppers, Savory Apple Streusel

            • Hickory Smoked CarrotsUSD 18.00

              Buttermilk "Ranch" Labneh, Pickled Dilly Bean Oil, Puffed Grain-Ola

              • Grilled BroccoliUSD 16.00

                Butternut Squash Hummus, Bianco Sardo & Cashew

                • Local BurrataUSD 19.00

                  Griddled Sweet Potato Bread, Citrus Marmalade, Smoked Honey Butter

                  • Cauliflower CaesarUSD 17.00

                    Garlic Crumbs, Caesar Dressing, Parmigiano & Capers

                    • Seared Bluefin Crudo*USD 19.00

                      Pickled Apple Vinaigrette, Apple and Celery Root Miso

                      • Steak Tartar*USD 21.00

                        Pickled Green Beans, Smoked Egg Yolk, Potato Chips

                        • Fried Brussels SproutsUSD 17.00

                          Tallow Fried Peanuts, Fish Sauce, Herbs & Pickled Hots

                          • Pickled Corn PancakesUSD 18.00

                            Buttermilk, Maple, Shishito

                            • Patatas BravasUSD 16.00

                              Pumpkin Seed Romesco, Garlic Toum, Pickled Jalapeños

                              • Basil PastaUSD 23.00

                                Carrot Bolognese, Herb Salad, Pecorino

                                • Pan Roasted Duck Breast USD 26.00

                                  Buttered Cabbage, Mushroom Chips, Roasted Grape Demi

                                  • Smoked Chicken Raviolo*USD 24.00

                                    Creamy Parsnips, Sage, Brown Butter, Pumpkin

                                    • Grilled Mackerel USD 23.00

                                      Celery Root, Remoulade & House Pickles

                                      • Braised Beef a la PlanchaUSD 29.00

                                        Miso Carrot Purée, Roasted Golden Beets & Radishes, Fish Sauce Caramel

                                        • Ora King Salmon*USD 26.00

                                          Farm Ratatouille, Grilled Sourdough, Bouquerones Aioli

                                          • Grilled NY Strip*

                                            Fried Potatoes, Red Wine Butter, Bacon & Blue Cheese Salad

                                            • 8 ozUSD 38.00
                                            • 14 ozUSD 52.00

                                          • Secret Burger*USD 19.00

                                            Our 8 oz House Creekstone Grind, Your Faith, House Made Roll

                                            • Crispy Pork BellyUSD 21.00

                                              Smoked Anson Mills Grits, Root Vegetable Mostarda

                                              • Chicken Fried RabbitUSD 19.00

                                                Blue Cheese, Radish, Chili Oil

                                                • Plancha'd Japanese YamsUSD 21.00

                                                  Sesame Peanut Crisp, Crispy Chicken Skin, Pickled Apple

                                                  Dessert

                                                  • Smoked Chocolate Bread PuddingUSD 11.00

                                                    Vanilla Ice Cream

                                                    • Roasted Cherry SkilletUSD 11.00

                                                      Buttered Brioche, Lime Whipped Cream

                                                      • Vanilla Bean & Black Pepper Panna CottaUSD 11.00

                                                        Brown Sugar Crumble, Fresh Local Berries

                                                        • Grilled Peach GaletteUSD 12.00

                                                          Ginger Ice Cream, Thyme Honey

                                                          Last updated: 26 January 2024

                                                          What 4,849 people are saying

                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                          4.5
                                                          4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                          • 4.5Food
                                                          • 4.5Service
                                                          • 4.4Ambience
                                                          • 4.2Value

                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                          Loved For

                                                          • Greater Boston

                                                            Most Booked

                                                          • Boston

                                                            Most Booked

                                                          Review summary

                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                          Alden and Harlow impresses with its "exceptional creativity" and flavorful dishes, offering a memorable dining experience with inventive small plates and excellent service. Guests rave about the "amazing food" and accommodating staff. While some find the noise level high, the vibrant atmosphere and creative menu make it a "favorite restaurant in the Boston area."

                                                          4,849 Reviews

                                                          1. Molly

                                                            Greater Boston

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            We had such a lovely meal. The beets were especially delicious and the smoked brownie was amazing!

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                                                          2. Susan

                                                            Greensboro

                                                            6 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            6 reviews

                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            We are frequent visitors to Boston but this was our first time at Alden and Harlow. We would highly recommend this restaurant. They had a very nice selection of vegetarian plates and our waitress was helpful in telling us which entrees had "secret" non-vegetarian ingredients. We ordered the ubiquitous kale salad and honestly felt like we could have stopped there and been happy; we weren't sure it could get any better than that. The pickled corn pancakes were a real treat, served with popcorn of all things, and the combined flavors of the popcorn with maple and shishito were incredible. The restaurant was really busy but not overly noisy. We will definitely visit again.

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                                                          3. Lily

                                                            Richmond

                                                            1 review

                                                            vip
                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Alden and Harlow is the best. Our favorite restaurant in Boston.

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                                                          4. Tyler

                                                            Denver

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Excellent brunch options that were creative and original. Beautiful decor with an ambiance ideal for dates or conversations with friends. Highly recommend!

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                                                          5. stephen

                                                            Greater Boston

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                            Wonderful food, great for plate sharing. We had fine service at the bar.

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                                                          6. Dorothy

                                                            Orlando

                                                            8 reviews

                                                            4.0

                                                            8 reviews

                                                            Dined on 13 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                            2. Food 4
                                                            3. Service 4
                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                            We had a great dinner with friends here. Perfect spot for an afterwork meal to catch-up!

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                                                          7. Peyton

                                                            New York City

                                                            1 review

                                                            vip
                                                            1.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 13 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 1
                                                            2. Food 1
                                                            3. Service 1
                                                            4. Ambience 1
                                                            So disappointed for a place with great word of mouth reviews was actually awful, expensive, and inedible.

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                                                          8. AyalaL

                                                            Greater Boston

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            Dined on 11 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Great food and lovely atmosphere. We were a table of four and had a great time.

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                                                          9. Michaela

                                                            Greater Boston

                                                            7 reviews

                                                            vip
                                                            5.0

                                                            7 reviews

                                                            Dined on 3 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 4
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            My friend and I had a really wonderful dinner at Alden and Harlow this evening. We sat in this sweet area of their dining room near a green wall lined with plants. The noise level was perfect, so my friend and I could hear each other and catch up. Cozy spot to be on a crisp fall night. Service was wonderful and food was great. I recommend the Ubiquitous Kale Salad and the Secret Burger!

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                                                          10. Amanda

                                                            Philadelphia

                                                            1 review

                                                            1.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 3 November 2024

                                                            1. Overall 1
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 1
                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                            Very slow and poor service, good cold by the time everyone was served

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                                                          FAQs

                                                          Alden and Harlow offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 864-2100.

                                                          Alden and Harlow is rated 4.5 stars by 4849 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 107 times today

                                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                                          Google Map for Alden and Harlow

                                                          40 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

                                                          Additional information

                                                          • Cross Street
                                                            Mt Auburn Street
                                                          • Area
                                                            West Cambridge
                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                            Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Late Night Thu–Sat 11:00 am–12:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
                                                          • Price
                                                            $30 and under
                                                          • Cuisines
                                                            American, Gastro Pub, Tapas / Small Plates
                                                          • Dining style
                                                            Casual Dining
                                                          • Dress code
                                                            Casual Dress
                                                          • Parking details
                                                            University Place Garage at 124 Mt. Auburn St offers a discounted rate with validation.
                                                          • Public transit
                                                            Alden and Harlow is accessible via the Harvard Square MBTA Red Line T stop.
                                                          • Payment Options
                                                            AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                          • Executive Chef
                                                            Michael Scelfo
                                                          • Additional
                                                            Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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