50 Best American Restaurants near Harvard

“beautiful hiking trails, museums. super knowledgeable folks and incredible views!“

“Cravable food, awesome beer selection, super cool staff, great vibe.“

“We are an entertainment service company that specializes in small ensemble/DJ combos. We performed at our first wedding at The Herb Lyceum in early October and were blown away. First of all, the garden and grounds are LOVELY, the food is OUTSTANDING and the staff were all WONDERFUL. Everyone there was friendly and professional, and truly allowed us to do what we do best, and we felt fully supported to do our jobs. Often with outdoor venues, we have issues with power, but not here! We had ample power for the ceremony, dinner reception and the dance party under the tent, running some heavy wattage sound and lights. We very much look forward to coming back to do more events in the future!“

“The experience at J's is always exceptional - beautiful old farmhouse, wood fireplace, clean, great service. not too loud. And when the food matches up with my tastes, it's a hit. I wish they offered more than 1 soup & more than 1 salad.“

“Best breakfast around !!! Great service and awesome food !“

“Cravable food, awesome beer selection, super cool staff, great vibe.“

“This restaurant is truly phenomenal. From the atmosphere, to the wait staff to the wine and cocktail selections. And the food? Next level. Absolutely delectable. Appetizers to dessert. Cooked to perfection. CANNOT RECOMMEND HIGHLY ENOUGH!“

“Amazing food! We went for a special wi e night and service was perfect, food was amazing!“

“Solid local mainstay when you’re feeling a bit fancy but not “ooo la la,” if you know what I mean? We went with 6 adults and 3 kids under 5 for a low-key birthday brunch. I wouldn’t say the food was phenomenal, but I liked what I ordered, and the servers were attentive. I’d recommend this for a lazy Sunday when you want to get together with some friends for solid options but no major frills.“

“David and Diana are fantastic addition to Stevie's Café & Catering - Littleton, MA ! The food is made fresh to order. They are happy to accommodate any dietary restrictions or allergies. The food comes out fast and fresh.“

“Steak 🥩 My favorite com purê de batata e legumes“

“Great food, great prices and excellent staff!“

“Arugula salad is the best ever! Shrimp cocktail is excellent. The Lobster Guacamole, Spicy shrimp & hummus apps also excellent. Best entrees- Short Rib, Half roasted Chicken, Fish Tacos & their burgers delish. Best desserts: bread pudding - unreal!! & their salted caramel mousse and fresh whipped cream in the mason jar- ( tip may need a cig afterwards)!“

“Love the local musicians every Friday night! SUPPORT LOCAL!“

“wondeful dining experience, highly recommend Oak & Orchard, great food and atmosphere five star experience! Will definitely go back ❤️“

“Our house special was PERFECT tonight. Perfect!“

“I hosted my daughter’s bridal shower this past weekend with the help of Stephanie and her staff and cannot recommend their service enough! The food was delicious, the area was beautiful, and the staff was incredible. Thank you again for everything!“

“Anna's food feelings like mom's home cooking. She knows exactly how I like my food and remembers me everyday. She greets me like an old friend. She always makes sure I am fed and is very aware of my allergies. I will always recommend this place.“

“My colleagues and I visited this establishment directly following our performance at GrotonFest, which was held nearby. The staff was very courteous and obliging. Lauren, our server, was particularly pleasant. We shared some lighthearted conversation, and our food was served promptly. The meal was substantial, the staff was friendly, and the view was extraordinary. The Rusty Randoms highly recommend Forge and Vine!“

“Today I went into Johnson’s with my dad! He was having a hard day today! He was a little confused the staff inside Johnson’s could not be more accommodating! I so very thankful for your kind hearts 💕 and patience! My father loved his lunch and the Sundae!!!“

“David and Diana are fantastic addition to Stevie's Café & Catering - Littleton, MA ! The food is made fresh to order. They are happy to accommodate any dietary restrictions or allergies. The food comes out fast and fresh.“

“Stopped in for a shared lunch of clam chowder and a chicken sandwich with bacon, lettuce and tomato, with fries. Both were good although I wish I asked for the bacon to be well done. The sandwich was large and I had to take half home for a later dinner.“

“Great place for a Friday afternoon drink and app! Bartenders are great!“

“We usually sit at the bar and get immediate service. The bartender last night even remember us from a few months ago. She remembered what we drank. My sister ordered the same as last time and I ordered a slightly dirty Tito’s martini with a special request for bleu cheese stuffed olives. They were perfection! We both ordered the ahi tuna with avocado and jasmine rice. Omg it was to die for. I can’t wait to go back and order it again. I wish I could remember the bartender’s name so I could give her a shout out!!! All it says in the receipt is server: PM.“

“There’s always a first time, and for me, it was at this 99 Restaurant in Hudson. Overall, it was a pretty good experience. Locals (and yes, I’m using the word just to mirror how Americans affectionately refer to the rest of the world’s population in their native places) probably don’t need an introduction to this chain. But for anyone unfamiliar, think of it as a Chili’s with a bit more dining space beyond the bar or an Outback without the grilled steaks.

The food is solid, with comforting options that cater to hearty appetites. I was curious about what sets 99 apart from similar chains like Applebee’s, and the answer I got was simple: “They think they’re better and charge more.” While neither is glaringly obvious, the menu does offer a few standout dishes, like the Shepherd’s Pie - a refreshing option compared to the usual burgers and fried food lineup.

Next time, I’ll try sitting at the bar - it looks like the kind of spot where this place really shines. For a casual, satisfying meal, 99 in Hudson is worth a visit.“

“Had the Cesar salad, it was pretty good (a little overdressed for my taste). The service was very slow considering we were only 2 of 4 people at the bar. Overall not a bad place if you don't feel like going out, but if you have another option, I would probably pick it.“

“I want to make some suggestions rather than saying I do or don’t recommend this place. I’m familiar with Pepper’s, and I like to support hard-working chefs, especially when they use local farms and vendors. The overall concept of self-service is fine, but I preferred the table service of the old restaurant. It felt a little more closed in, and I also don’t like the paper plates, cups, and plastic utensils. Real utensils were available, though. The salad choices looked really healthy and colorful, and the menu was certainly varied enough. I saw a frittata being served and it was the size of a half piece of pie, though it looked good. My friends and I opted for soup and grilled cheese sandwiches, thinking they would be more like upscale comfort food. Two of us had the bacon-tomato version, the other had the mushroom. Since they were pre-made, then popped in a convection oven, they were more like melted cheese on dry, light toast, versus the buttery, golden goodness that makes a grilled cheese what its name implies. The portion was small and the fillings meager. If the idea was to make it a healthier grilled cheese, even a drizzle of olive oil might help. The soup was luke-warm, but tasty enough. We shared a dessert bar, which was delicious, with black coffee, which didn’t taste fresh like it had ben sitting a while. Be forewarned that if you pay by credit card, an automatic 15 percent tip is added, though you have the option to change it up or down, if you happen to notice it. There wasn’t much service involved, and you clear your own table. My portion alone, which included the sandwich with chips, a cup of soup, dessert bar, and coffee, plus added tip came to just under twenty dollars. I would give it another shot, but there is room for improvement. We all agreed that the dining experience was at a grade of about C+. Wishing you success in the future... Hope this helps.“

“Excellent food and service. Will be back again.“

“Great staff and the food snd drinks are amazing and delicious!!!“

“Thank you to Bolton Street Tavern who hosted the most beautiful celebration of life. The food was delicious and John and Sharon made sure that each and every guest there was taken care of. The setting was perfect with the beautiful lake in the background. And even the downpour of rain that passed by did not bother a soul as it was all covered. Lovely spot, great food, and most of all amazing staff! If you have not been there you must check it out!❤️❤️❤️“

“Milford - First time in, did not love what I ordered and not only was it taken off our bill, but the manager gave us a $25 gift card to come back…that’s excellent customer service which impressed us. Flatbread was excellent, waitress was very kind and attentive and lots of local teens working which was really nice to see. Can’t wait to come back! ❤️“

“Always a wonderful dining experience here. Service does a great job considering the heavy work load. The place was full, with people waiting, so it was a bit noisy, a bit challenging to converse over dinner. However that did not at all take away from the food and service. Never disappoint at CBG.“

“Great place great food and great people 👌🥂🍾“

“Great breakfast food and service. Seating is limited by small size of restaurant. Clean rest room. Veggie omelet was very large. Comes with toast and home fries. Coffee was hot and never had to find someone for a refill.

Vegetarian options: Lots of add on. Veggies, beans, rice, toast , pancakes etc.“

“Delicious food, great people!“

“Great lunch with homemade soup Thank you I didn’t expect such a great meal!“

“staff was very Attentive and fantastic food great comfortable atmosphere“

“Awesome staff and management; both go above and beyond to enhance your experience“

“staff was very Attentive and fantastic food great comfortable atmosphere“

“Hello! I am the Teen Coordinator for the Hudson Boys and Girls Club. The management at our local Applebees in Hudson has been generously donating food for our teen events and deserves a shout out and THANK YOU! We cannot express how grateful we are! The teen nights with food from Applebees have become one of the most popular nights at the Club! The food is great and so is the whole team that has made this happen for us! THANK YOU!!“

“That tres leches is so yummy!!!! Who ever put that together deserves a standing ovation because let me say WOW!!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I am definitely going back and I’m bringing all my friends & family to share this deliciousness with. The service is great too. Super kind & patient.“

“This is a really good restaurant that’s located inside of the movie theater, but it’s not movie theater food. We had great burgers and the fries were perfect! The owner was also really nice and the service was great. Recommend trying it out“

“So much fun! Great adventure with the kids. Lots to do. Everyone is very friendly and food was good!“

“Great Place always fresh and delicious“

“I tried the pulled pork quesadilla it was aboustly delicious the portion size was perfect a must try the staff is so friendly very clean so if your in Clinton mass stop in and have some wonderful food“

“martini's are on point! & the music makes you want to dance!“

“Great iced coffee, bagels and caesar wraps!“

“I cannot thank the wonderful people at the nashoba club enough. we did our pre wedding dinner there with my family. they were very accommodating, staff were great. I cannot recommend them enough.“

“Victor's feels like home! The food is always delicious, the service is warm and welcoming, and it's our go-to spot for family meals. It never disappoints. Highly recommend!“

“I wanted to recommend Finnegans vodka sauce parm sandwich. I got this yesterday after seeing photos of it and thought this is a sandwich I want to try for sure. I absolutely loved the sauce and the chicken was breaded perfectly, the cheese was nice thick and melted perfectly on it. Normally I don’t do a sandwich because the bread is too much but I thought I would try it as is. For me it was still super filling and I could not eat the whole sandwich. I would recommend this 100% maybe a side of sauce for extra dipping 😉 I cannot wait to try the steak tips and potato soup, amongst other things too. Next time I’ll want to sit down and eat so I can enjoy the meal immediately. Also, I would love to say how friendly the staff is.“