A casual deli near Harvard serving up hearty bagels, appetizing sandwiches, and comforting Jewish classics in a cozy setting perfect for any meal.
"Boston can’t compete with New York City’s wealth of Jewish delis. And that’s OK, because at least we have this incredible Kendall Square joint. The staples like whitefish salad, chopped liver, pastrami, and lox are all excellent, and you should always prioritize some kind of carb like house-baked bread, bagels, bialys, and babka. Come here the next time you’re looking for a casual lunch spot, a breakfast to take on the go, or just want to order from a brunch menu that doesn’t have eight pages of eggs—the crispy latkes and matzah ball soup are soul-nourishing any time of day." - tanya edwards, megan zhang, dan secatore
"Mamaleh’s serves up nostalgia on a platter. This deli is known for their retro space and lox bagels, served open-faced when you dine in. They also do a great scrambled egg sandwich on a challah roll with pastrami, and whichever breakfast sandwich you get, it’s imperative to order a side of piping hot, crispy latkes as well. Mamaleh’s large dining room is great for a leisurely breakfast before thrifting at the enormous Garment District down the street." - lala thaddeus
"Bagels can be as involved or simple as you like at Mamaleh’s Delicatessen in Kendall Square. Get a plain bagel with cream cheese for a quick breakfast snack, or sit down for a relaxed feast featuring a bagel platter complete with schmear, lox, pickles, and other toppings." - Valerie Li Stack, Dana Hatic
"He notes that Mamaleh’s, a nearby Jewish deli, also sells Lactaid." - Bettina Makalintal
"Speaking of bagels, Mamaleh’s gives the time-honored tradition of the Jewish deli an enlivening reboot in Cambridge's Kendall Square. Mamaleh’s baked goods are some of the best in the city, so you’ll have to walk up to the takeout counter to see what’s in store that day. Don't miss the moist, rich chocolate rugelach; savory cheese blintzes and potato latkes shine as sides, and you’ll need to invest in a fish plate with all the fixings. Of the seven choices, the house lox (brined, not smoked) is a staple, served with a bagel or bialy, cream cheese (go for the scallion), and all the trappings. New, too, is a secondary spot in Brookline and a shiny stall in the High Street Place food hall to fuel your days adventuring downtown." - Paul Rubio, Elizabeth Wellington, Nathan Tavares
