I've been coming to Dali with my boyfriend off and on for a few years now. His parents showed us the place (they're been coming here for 20+ years) and I promise it just gets better and better. The tapas, the drinks, the atmosphere and service, is all 10/10! My favorite, the bartender Julio, truly welcomes you into this space and treats you like family. He recommends great dishes and drinks, makes you laugh, and goes out of his way to give you the best dining experience. As always we will be coming back! If you're thinking of coming here, don't hesitate (and sit at the bar when Julio is working!!)
Meghan M.
We loved our meal here ! Sit at the bar ask for Julio - he made our night! Great food and ambiance.
David B.
Excellent all around! Food, ambience. service. Sit at the bar and meet Julio, and the rest will take care of itself.
RM N.
Excellent food, cocktails and service, felt very homey and the food was quality chef concepts and material. Delicious!
Corey Adams
Food was good, slow service, we sat for 15 - 20 minutes with no food or drink in the middle of our meal. There was a birthday in our party as well and it wasn't even acknowledged, even though it was on the reservation.
Denning ombete
First time in Boston and this was an amazing cozy restaurant. Make sure you make reservations for the weekend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
George Larson II
Tappas done right. Loved the grilled octopus!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Plato Mixto
Matthew
A true gem to dine at, you will forget you're in Cambridge. The place is whimsical. Anyone claiming less than five stars is wrong and needs their review pass revoked.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
SETI TZU
Dali is as much of an experience as it is a restaurant. The staff are warm and accommodating. The atmosphere is friendly, rare, and inviting. Make reservations.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Connor D.
The food and atmosphere were amazing! Julio behind the bar was a pleasure to be around and fully recommend going to see him!
Can't believe I didn't try this place before tonight!! I always passed by and didn't think much of it until my gf and I decided to try Dali since our friend is visiting from out of town. And I honestly think that this is the best Spanish tapa place I've been to, in greater Boston area. The portions are just right, foods are marvelous and drinks are decent. Ambiance was really great and unique as well, we like how they re-imagine the space as patio. For Tapas Frias - Ensalada de Verano Refrescante : delightful and refreshing salad with touch of watermelon. For Tapas Calientes(hot) - Setas al ajillo : simple mushroom dish but delicious, good veg option. - Patatas Bravas : nothing special. - Queso Rebozado con Miel : my gf's favorite dish! sweet and salty with goat cheese, we had to order 2! - Arroz Espanol : tasty spanish rice, what can I say more? - Arroz Negro con calamares : my favorite dish, combination of creamy squid ink blakc rice and calamaries with garlic ailoli sauce can't be beaten. - Gambas al ajillo : perfect bite with the bread that comes along with. - Lomito al Cabrales : strong goat cheese smell for me but my friend loved it. - Costillas de Vaca : Probably meat eater's favorite dish, it melts in your mouth. Must try! - Veggie empanadas : They were great, comes with two! For dessets - Churros : was okay, little blend. - Crema Catalana : it is quite heavy but tasty, would recommend! - Dulce de Leche Pastel Helado : highlight of our dessert! Loved little dark chocolate bubbles with dulce de leche around it! For drinks - Ibiza : sweet and flowery - Estrella Galicia Especial, Spain (They were out of Moritz ) : it was actually really good if you like lager, I am getting one next time! The one thing was that service was bit slow, although it was pretty crowded night. And parking might be the problem if you are driving since they don't have their own parking lot, but there are few metered spots on the road next to the restaurant. I can't wait to try their Paellas and other dishes!
Kingsrule
Amazing food and vibes. Try some of everything!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Luana B.
I can't say enough good things about Julio at the bar. It was the most amazing service I ever had in my whole life. please go to Dali restaurant and get a seat at the bar. Would highly recommend sitting at the bar enjoying a nice date night with your honey with this amazing server.
Harri S.
Dali is my favorite Spanish place in the city. Time after time it never fails to give me full tummy with seriously good food passed down over generations. The wait staff is superb and very affable and even funny to boot! For my last birthday they went all out. One of the best birthdays ever. Perons poured into gullets, patatas bravas and roasted rabbit, tortilla espanola, Sopa de Ajo...It's a little slice of Spain in Cambridge and you should give it a try!
Jessica S.
The food is always amazing only to be topped by the warmth of the service. Sebastian & Andrea we're wonderful to us while we waited. Julio & Ricardo behind the bar were the best bartenders I've had the pleasure of sitting with in years....true artisans of the craft.
I've been coming to Dali with my boyfriend off and on for a few years now. His parents showed us the place (they're been coming here for 20+ years) and I promise it just gets better and better. The tapas, the drinks, the atmosphere and service, is all 10/10! My favorite, the bartender Julio, truly welcomes you into this space and treats you like family. He recommends great dishes and drinks, makes you laugh, and goes out of his way to give you the best dining experience. As always we will be coming back! If you're thinking of coming here, don't hesitate (and sit at the bar when Julio is working!!)
We loved our meal here ! Sit at the bar ask for Julio - he made our night! Great food and ambiance.
Excellent all around! Food, ambience. service. Sit at the bar and meet Julio, and the rest will take care of itself.
Excellent food, cocktails and service, felt very homey and the food was quality chef concepts and material. Delicious!
Food was good, slow service, we sat for 15 - 20 minutes with no food or drink in the middle of our meal. There was a birthday in our party as well and it wasn't even acknowledged, even though it was on the reservation.
First time in Boston and this was an amazing cozy restaurant. Make sure you make reservations for the weekend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tappas done right. Loved the grilled octopus!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Plato Mixto
A true gem to dine at, you will forget you're in Cambridge. The place is whimsical. Anyone claiming less than five stars is wrong and needs their review pass revoked.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dali is as much of an experience as it is a restaurant. The staff are warm and accommodating. The atmosphere is friendly, rare, and inviting. Make reservations.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food and atmosphere were amazing! Julio behind the bar was a pleasure to be around and fully recommend going to see him!
Restaurantji Recommends
Can't believe I didn't try this place before tonight!! I always passed by and didn't think much of it until my gf and I decided to try Dali since our friend is visiting from out of town. And I honestly think that this is the best Spanish tapa place I've been to, in greater Boston area. The portions are just right, foods are marvelous and drinks are decent. Ambiance was really great and unique as well, we like how they re-imagine the space as patio. For Tapas Frias - Ensalada de Verano Refrescante : delightful and refreshing salad with touch of watermelon. For Tapas Calientes(hot) - Setas al ajillo : simple mushroom dish but delicious, good veg option. - Patatas Bravas : nothing special. - Queso Rebozado con Miel : my gf's favorite dish! sweet and salty with goat cheese, we had to order 2! - Arroz Espanol : tasty spanish rice, what can I say more? - Arroz Negro con calamares : my favorite dish, combination of creamy squid ink blakc rice and calamaries with garlic ailoli sauce can't be beaten. - Gambas al ajillo : perfect bite with the bread that comes along with. - Lomito al Cabrales : strong goat cheese smell for me but my friend loved it. - Costillas de Vaca : Probably meat eater's favorite dish, it melts in your mouth. Must try! - Veggie empanadas : They were great, comes with two! For dessets - Churros : was okay, little blend. - Crema Catalana : it is quite heavy but tasty, would recommend! - Dulce de Leche Pastel Helado : highlight of our dessert! Loved little dark chocolate bubbles with dulce de leche around it! For drinks - Ibiza : sweet and flowery - Estrella Galicia Especial, Spain (They were out of Moritz ) : it was actually really good if you like lager, I am getting one next time! The one thing was that service was bit slow, although it was pretty crowded night. And parking might be the problem if you are driving since they don't have their own parking lot, but there are few metered spots on the road next to the restaurant. I can't wait to try their Paellas and other dishes!
Amazing food and vibes. Try some of everything!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I can't say enough good things about Julio at the bar. It was the most amazing service I ever had in my whole life. please go to Dali restaurant and get a seat at the bar. Would highly recommend sitting at the bar enjoying a nice date night with your honey with this amazing server.
Dali is my favorite Spanish place in the city. Time after time it never fails to give me full tummy with seriously good food passed down over generations. The wait staff is superb and very affable and even funny to boot! For my last birthday they went all out. One of the best birthdays ever. Perons poured into gullets, patatas bravas and roasted rabbit, tortilla espanola, Sopa de Ajo...It's a little slice of Spain in Cambridge and you should give it a try!
The food is always amazing only to be topped by the warmth of the service. Sebastian & Andrea we're wonderful to us while we waited. Julio & Ricardo behind the bar were the best bartenders I've had the pleasure of sitting with in years....true artisans of the craft.