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Pammy's

$50 and over

American

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2 people

Dec 17, 2024

10:00 PM

Booked 34 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Great for creative cocktails

Pammy’s is a New American restaurant inspired by the feel of an Italian neighborhood trattoria. Perched between Cambridge’s Central and Harvard Squares, Pammy’s is a cozy yet sophisticated neighborhood destination. For husband and wife team Chris and Pam Willis (who live right up the street), Pammy’s is an extension of their living room. They’ve brought together their love of great food, easy hospitality and chic vibes to create a lively space that is welcoming to all looking for a memorable meal. With dishes that lean heavily on Italian flavors but are not restricted by any rules of the cuisine, the food is unpretentious and delicious. A fireplace wrapped in white ceramic, an oversized salvaged communal table designed for side-by-side dining and rich leather banquets are just some of the design elements that make up Pammy’s charm.

We're currently serving a Prix Fixe menu for all reservations. A la carte dining is available for walk-in guests at our bar and in our lounge.

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Executive chef: Christopher Willis

From the OpenTable editors: A centerpiece tile hearth, rich leather banquettes, and a 14-foot communal table lined with flowers make Pammy’s feel like a good friend’s cozy living room. With an approachable menu of hearty Italian American dishes that could include lasagna bianca with wild onion chutney, wife-and-husband team Pam and Chris Willis have created an inviting space you’ll want to return to again and again.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Italian, French
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(617) 945-1761
Website
http://pammyscambridge.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We offer full buyouts of the restaurant on a limited basis throughout the year. please email us at info@pammyscambridge.com for more information.

Location
928 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139
Neighborhood
Cambridge
Cross street
Hancock street
Parking details
Ample Street Parking
Public transit
Redline Central Square and Harvard Square, 1 bus, 63 bus
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

NYE with Pammy's!
$150.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Come join us for a special New Year's Eve celebration. We'll be serving a $150 Prix Fixe menu including a specialty amuse-bouche, a splash of champagne, and 3 savory courses, with an optional $65 wine pairing. Desserts will be served a la carte. Expect a roaring fire, warm hospitality, and good times with friends and loved ones. We can't wait to celebrate 2024 and cheers to 2025 with you! SEATING NOTES: If you select "Counter" you will be seated side-by-side at our communal table. If you select "High-top" you will be seated in our lounge.
$84 Prix Fixe Menu
$84.00 per person
Multiple dates available
All reservations in the dining room are currently served our "Choose your own Adventure" 3-course experience. $84 gets you any combination of three dishes on our menu. We are also offering a $48 Wine Pairing: a glass of wine paired with each dish chosen. If you would prefer to order a la carte, please join us at the bar or lounge (walk-ins only). IMPORTANT NOTES *We reserve the right to withhold seating for incomplete parties* *We will honor reservations until 15 minutes past due (including incomplete parties). Anything later could result in loss of reservation.* *If you choose counter seating, you will be seated at our side-by-side communal table*

What 2,258 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Pammy's is a culinary gem in the Boston/Cambridge area, celebrated for its "outstanding food" and "creative, delicious flavors." Diners praise the "excellent service" and vibrant atmosphere. The menu offers inventive Italian-inspired dishes, with the "lumache bolognese" as a standout favorite. Ideal for special occasions, Pammy's never fails to impress.

2,258 Reviews

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Kady
VIP
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best service I had experiences in a restaurant in a VERY long time. It was appreciated. Food is incredible. Thank you!
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Sarah
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best meals we’ve had in a very long time. The service was impeccable, and food was outstanding. Love the decor and perfect with the fireplace on a cozy winter night. Highly recommend!
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Ann
VIP
Philadelphia
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent. The white lasagna was amazing and the sea bass, We were cozy by the fire!
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Barry
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellence with regard to every aspect of- superb food, excellent service, warm and convivial atmosphere. Best restaurant in Greater Boston.
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Tripp
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pammys might have been the best dining experience I’ve ever had in the Boston area. Food was outstanding, went above and beyond and the service was amazing. Will definitely return!
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Beau
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was the best meal I’ve eaten in Boston in years. I eat at Pammys a few times a year and this was just an exceptional meal even by their standards.
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Louise
VIP
Greater Boston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food exceptional, service fantastic! Love coming here!!
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Peter
VIP
Greater Boston
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cocktails, food, ambience and staff were all spot on. Delightful way to celebrate our anniversary.
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Alyssa
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was absolutely delicious, cocktails hit the spot, every detail from presentation to flavor was divine! We were worried the prix fixed menu would mean small portions that weren’t worth the price but we ended up with leftovers to take home. Would recommend any day of the week
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Michael
New York City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall we had a great meal at Pammy’s. The food and service were great, and the ambiance and decor were lovely. The value of the menu is lacking imo. $84 with no drinks including for 3 relatively small plates. The “choose your own adventure” seems to be a bit of a gimmick as most people will order a starter, pasta, and main. Not only that, but they tack on a mandatory 6% extra charge for their kitchen staff. Here’s an idea- they should use the substantial amount of money we pay them for the food and drinks, and use that to pay their staff a fair wage. I have to say it left a terrible taste to feel nickel and dimed in this way. At $550 for a dinner for 4, with only about one drink per person, as much as I enjoyed the meal, I can’t say this was a good value or something I’d do again. I would strongly advise that they include any mandatory fees in the cost they advertise, instead of hiding a surprise fee in fine print on the menu.
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FAQs

Pammy's is rated 4.8 stars by 2258 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 17, 2024

10:00 PM

Booked 34 times today

Experiences are available.

928 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139

Additional information

Cross street
Hancock street
Neighborhood
Cambridge
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Italian, French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Ample Street Parking
Public transit
Redline Central Square and Harvard Square, 1 bus, 63 bus
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://pammyscambridge.com/
Phone number
(617) 945-1761
Private party facilities
We offer full buyouts of the restaurant on a limited basis throughout the year. please email us at info@pammyscambridge.com for more information.

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Pammy's

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Why they're an Icon

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Experiences

NYE with Pammy's!

$84 Prix Fixe Menu

Menu

What 2,258 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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