State Park

"Vincent’s, the beloved, pandemic-born Kendall Square restaurant, may be gone, but its fan-favorite Bodega Brunch lives on at State Park, one of the team’s other spots in the same neighborhood. From 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, head to the subterranean bar and eat your fill of breakfast tacos, tortas, and sweet and savory kolaches — which often sell out, so plan to go early." - Celina Colby, Eater Staff

"State Park is one of the best bars in the neighborhood, and the food is excellent as well. The Nashville hot fried chicken is served as advertised — hot! Wash it down with a Miller High Life (or something better from the small but always well-curated draft list), and play something hip on the jukebox." - Celina Colby, Eater Staff

"Vincent’s, a home for excellent Texas-style breakfast tacos on the weekend, closed in February 2024, but their tacos live on during weekend brunch at State Park in Kendall Square (owned by the same team). Buttery flour tortillas are stuffed with fillings like chorizo, crispy potatoes, and eggs; smoked brisket, beans, eggs, and cheddar; and more." - Celina Colby, Eater Staff

"Along with a tasty chicken katsu sandwich, fun bites like salt and vinegar fried chickpeas and other grub, State Park offers a chance to catch live music and DJs every night of the week in a host of different musical genres. Head to the spot’s Instagram for weekly schedules." - Eater Staff, Nathan Tavares

"Can't handle too much heat? Opt for State Park’s Tabasco honey fried chicken rather than the Nashville hot. Either will more than satisfy all fried chicken needs, and each comes with appropriate sides. There's also a Japanese-style chicken katsu sandwich available, featuring panko fried chicken." - Erika Adams, Rachel Leah Blumenthal, Terrence Doyle