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Alden and Harlow, Cambridge, MA

Alden and Harlow

4.6
4.6
4889 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 114 times today
  • Lively
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
Located at 40 Brattle Street in Harvard Square, Alden & Harlow serves thoughtfully sourced, honest American food in a subterranean, modern and comfortable space. Replicating the style of cooking he does for family and friends in his home kitchen, Chef Michael Scelfo prepares humble, unpretentious food that honors tradition of place in its quality. It's how he connects with anyone who joins them at their table.

While reservations are strongly suggested, we also save a portion of the dining room and bar for walk-ins in the event that your request cannot be accommodated. So please, come on in!

Parties of more than 8, please call to make a reservation.
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Late Night Thu–Sat 11:00 am–12:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    University Place Garage at 124 Mt. Auburn St offers a discounted rate with validation.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Scelfo

What 4,889 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Greater Boston

    Most Booked

  • Boston

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alden and Harlow in Cambridge offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "delicious and innovative" dishes. Known for creative comfort foods, the menu features standout items like the "secret burger", pickled corn pancakes, and inventive vegetarian options. The "fun, hip atmosphere" and attentive service make it a "favorite spot" for many diners.

4,889 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Really bad food and very high priced. Will not come back

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  2. Lorenzo

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderul spot, great food, friendly service! To be in the heart of Harvard Square very reasonably priced! Highly recommended and will definitely come back! PS. Brunch burger is phenomenal!

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  3. Mary

    New York City

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    This was my first time at Alden & Harlow since the pandemic. I was surprised at the menu—definitely a bit more whimsical. For our group, some of these inventive dishes worked well, others a little less so. We were disappointed by the service, which previously was carried out by a highly professional, experienced team. Our server didn’t check in on, we ended up piling empty dishes on a sill as items kept arriving to our table and they weren’t removed. When the men’s bathroom flooded and I asked our server if the women’s bathroom was open, she told me she had not gone to the bathroom since 3 and didn’t know (and never told me). I was slightly embarrassed to have brought out of town guests here for a special dinner.

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  4. John

    Greater Boston

    47 reviews

    3.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Very noisy. Food comes to table one dish at a time, at varying time frames. Confusing menu.

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  5. Abby

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Really good food and cocktails. Music unpleasantly loud, making conversation difficult. Service rushed/distracted. Dishes to share arrived without serving implements. A loss, since last time (over a year ago) was divine.

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  6. Kathryn

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We told our waitperson that we had to eat relatively quickly, as we were headed to a show after dinner. She did an excellent job of keeping everything moving so that we had a wonderful meal even in our short timeframe.

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  7. Ken

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Met up with two great friends and had a great food and drinks at A&H

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  8. Jackie

    VIP

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The burger and onion dip never disappoint! The plate size cinnamon roll with berries, chocolate and whipped cream were also a great addition to our brunch!

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  9. Jackie

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic! Server was amazing, very attentive without going overboard or hovering. Food was top notch, drinks, even better. Will be back!

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  10. Barbara

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time and so enjoyed our shared plates! The Focaccia, pickled corn pancakes, patatas bravas & grilled NY Strip were our choices. They all were amazing and true perfection! We shared the key lime mousse & smoked chocolate bread pudding for dessert which were equally outstanding! Can’t wait to return to our new favorite spot! Thanks for a perfect night!

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FAQs

Alden and Harlow offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 864-2100.

Alden and Harlow is rated 4.6 stars by 4889 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 114 times today
Google Map for Alden and Harlow

40 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Late Night Thu–Sat 11:00 am–12:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    University Place Garage at 124 Mt. Auburn St offers a discounted rate with validation.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Scelfo
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