Clover Food Lab

Hip, wood-paneled cantina serving modern Mexican street food plus mezcals & many tequilas.

Part sports pub, part dance club, this multitasker offers modern Irish pub grub, DJs & trivia night.

Unassuming destination offering dumplings, soup & noodles, plus other Chinese standards.

Cozy cafe offering an organic, plant-forward menu of juices, smoothies, and bowls.

Antiques-filled rooms & suites in a storied retreat with breakfast & a rooftop conservatory. This historic firehouse turned boutique hotel in Kendall Square sits on the MIT campus near the Charles River, steps from a red line T station. Quaint rooms feature classic American decor, including antique furnishings and hand-made quilts. Luxe suites add kitchens and living rooms with fireplaces and flat-screen TVs. Guests pay a daily usage fee for Wi-Fi, access to a nearby fitness center, a breakfast buffet, a credit at the Black Sheep Restaurant & Bar and a wine reception in the rooftop conservatory. Parking is available on the street or in a garage for a nightly fee.

This cozy Mediterranean bakery serves up delightful, naturally fermented savory pastries and offers a warm, friendly vibe that keeps locals coming back.

Scenic murals adorn the walls at this low-key family-run classic spot for Greek eats.

Small, spare eatery specializing in Northern Chinese dishes, dumplings & dim sum.

This bustling cheesemonger boasts an impressive selection of European and American cheeses, complemented by craft beers, wines, and artisanal goodies—all delivered with stellar, attentive service.

Bare-bones local institution for late-night burgers & beers, plus a year-round beer garden.