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Dining and Hotel Guide
Butterfish, An American Bistro, 5 Craigie Circle, Cambridge, 617-497-5511. Located just outside Harvard Square, Butterfish is the perfect place to celebrate graduation, meet old friends during reunion, or just enjoy a night out this Spring. Enjoy fine American cuisine with international accents prepared by chef-owner Christopher Bussell in an elegant but casual and friendly atmosphere. www.butterfishbistro.com.
Chez Henri, One Shepard Street, Cambridge, 617-354-8980. A modern French bistro with a Cuban twist, located near Harvard Square. The menu features updated versions of classic bistro cuisine with a Latin accent, such as steak with yuca frites. The bar serves Cuban-style tapas (empanadas, grilled homemade chorizo) until midnight. Besides the à la carte menu, prix-fixe dinners in the French manner are available. Prices are moderate, dress is casual. Dinner: Monday to Thursday, 5:30-10; Friday and Saturday, 5:30-11; Sunday, 5-9. Sunday brunch, 11-2. American Express/Diners Club/Mastercard/Visa. www.bostonchefs.com/clients/chezhenri.
Harvest, 44 Brattle Street, Cambridge, 617-868-2255. Harvest combines an established Harvard Square name with modern dining sensibility. The restaurant boasts creative American cuisine, moderate prices, full bar, and a comfort level right for everyone. The concept of the American harvest is reflected in Harvest's warm wood and burnished metals. Food is exciting yet familiar, with ingredients drawn from New England's four seasons. Native seafood shares the menu with prime steaks, soups, salads, terrines, and daily risottos. Recent accolades include "Best Brunch," "Top Lunch Spot," and a three-star Boston Globe review. Lunch served Monday to Saturday, noon to 2:30; Sunday brunch, 11:30 to 2:30. Dinner from 5:30 to 10:30 Monday to Thursday; to 11 Friday and Saturday; to 10 on Sunday. Evening valet parking. Street level access. www.the-harvest.com.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, 250 Monsignor O'Brien Highway, Cambridge, 617-577-7600. Superior service is standard at our convenient location. Guest rooms include popular conveniences such as microwaves, refrigerators, and coffee-makers. Indulge daily in our complimentary continental breakfast buffet. Contact our reservations department or check on the hotel on-line at www.basshotels.com.
Inn at Harvard, The Atrium Dining Room, 1201 Massachusetts Avenue (at the corner of Harvard and Quincy Streets), Cambridge, 617-491-2222. Experience innovative New England cuisine in a beautiful courtyard setting. Serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, cocktails, and dinner. Complimentary valet parking with dinner. www.theinnatharvard.com.
Longwood Grille & Bar, The Inn at Longwood Medical, 342 Longwood Avenue, Boston, 617-232-9770. A colorful and eclectically designed restaurant, located adjacent to the Food Court at the Longwood Galleria, opens its doors to the Longwood community to offer a creative dining experience. Contemporary American cuisine, ranging from slow-roasted baby back ribs to grilled tuna steak. Full service bar, wine list, and micro brews on tap. Open seven days a week. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night dinner. Please visit us at www.longwoodgrille.com or e-mail us at longwood@erols.com.
Maison Robert, 45 School Street, Boston, 617-227-3370. This Boston classic in the renovated Old City Hall was opened in 1971 by Lucien Robert and his wife, Ann, A.M. '56. Daughter Andrée and nephew Jacky, maître cuisinier de France, have since joined them. Classic and contemporary French food is served in the elegant main dining room and bistro-style fare in the more informal café. Fine wines. Seasonal garden. Valet parking. www.maisonrobert.com.
