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Harvard Yard is one of Cambridge City Guide.

1. Harvard Yard

1 Harvard Yard, Cambridge, MA
College Quad · Harvard Square · 48 tips and reviews

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: Established in 1636, America's first college is also one of the world's finest. Use the garden chairs available on the Yard to take in the beautiful architecture and foliage. - Green Guide Editor

Crema Cafe is one of Cambridge City Guide.

2. Crema Cafe

27 Brattle St (at Mt. Auburn St.), Cambridge, MA
Café · Harvard Square · 283 tips and reviews

Peter B.Peter Boyce: Most lavish way to study in the Square-- grab a Golden Crema & try the Bacon-Turkey-Avocado sandwich with jicama slaw.

Darwin's Ltd. is one of Cambridge City Guide.

3. Darwin's Ltd.

148 Mount Auburn St (Ash St.), Cambridge, MA
Coffee Shop · Harvard Square · 95 tips and reviews

Chris B.Chris Brook: Always been a fan of getting a sandwich, usually a Fayerweather w/ avocado - and eating it on a bench by the Charles.

Felipe's Mexican Taqueria is one of Cambridge City Guide.

4. Felipe's Mexican Taqueria

9.2
21 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA
Mexican Restaurant · Harvard Square · 80 tips and reviews

R. Leopoldina T.R. Leopoldina Torres: Best Mexican food in Harvard Square. But the real secret is the rooftop garden and second floor seating!

Le's is one of Cambridge City Guide.

5. Le's

7.2
36 JFK St (at Mt Auburn St.), Cambridge, MA
Vietnamese Restaurant · Harvard Square · 59 tips and reviews

Greg S.Greg Smith: Best pho (Vietnamese noodle soup) around!

b.good is one of Cambridge City Guide.

6. b.good

24 Dunster St (Mt Auburn St), Cambridge, MA
Burger Joint · Harvard Square · 29 tips and reviews

Harvard UniversityHarvard University: This hidden spot serves great burgers and more made with fresh, local ingredients. Try the sweet potato fries and the b good burger with caramelized onions, mushrooms, garlicky greens & steak sauce. Read more.

L.A. Burdick Chocolate is one of Cambridge City Guide.

7. L.A. Burdick Chocolate

8.7
52 Brattle St (Farwell Pl), Cambridge, MA
Café · Harvard Square · 118 tips and reviews

Harvard UniversityHarvard University: Try the macaroons (only 75 cents!), soak up the European atmosphere, and above all, do not miss the hot chocolate--as rich as it comes. Read more.

Park is one of Cambridge City Guide.

8. Park

59 JFK St (at Eliot St.), Cambridge, MA
Gastropub · Harvard Square · 93 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: We're most excited about the top-notch cocktail program that's within stumbling distance of their other nearby cocktail standout, Russel House Tavern. Read more.

Russell House Tavern is one of Cambridge City Guide.

9. Russell House Tavern

8.7
14 JFK St (at Brattle St), Cambridge, MA
Gastropub · Harvard Square · 271 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: Expect an old-time tavern vibe, a menu combining refined New England fare with more casual pub classics, a full bar, modest wines, and craft beers. Read more.

John Harvard's Brewery & Ale House is one of Cambridge City Guide.

10. John Harvard's Brewery & Ale House

33 Dunster St (at Mt Auburn St.), Cambridge, MA
Brewery · Harvard Square · 65 tips and reviews

Matthew T.Matthew Tilleard: Great beer range.

Noir at the Charles Hotel is one of Cambridge City Guide.

11. Noir at the Charles Hotel

6.5
1 Bennett St (at Eliot St), Cambridge, MA
Hotel Bar · Harvard Square · 26 tips and reviews

Rick W.Rick Webb: Come around 1 am and watch all the Cantebrigean drunkards stumble over to the only bar in Cambridge open till 2am on weeknights.

Pinocchio's Pizza & Subs is one of Cambridge City Guide.

12. Pinocchio's Pizza & Subs

8.9
74 Winthrop St (btwn Dunster & JFK), Cambridge, MA
Pizzeria · Harvard Square · 96 tips and reviews

Tracy S.Tracy Spetka: If it's good enough for Ben Affleck, it's good enough for me (see newspaper article on wall). The tomato-basil slice is perfect & they have Mountain Dew on tap.

Harvard Coop Society Bookstore is one of Cambridge City Guide.

13. Harvard Coop Society Bookstore

8.5
1400 Massachusetts Ave (at Brattle St.), Cambridge, MA
Bookstore · Harvard Square · 84 tips and reviews

Harvard UniversityHarvard University: Since 1882, this Harvard landmark has been a staple of Harvard Square. Browse for a new book or shop their wide array of official Harvard gear. Read more.

Charles River is one of Cambridge City Guide.

14. Charles River

9.2
Charles River, Boston, MA
River · Beacon Hill · 63 tips and reviews