All I can say is WOW. Oak bistro is delicious. We walked in on a Tuesday night and were fortunate enough to get sat right away. From the drinks to the dessert we were impressed with everything. We ended up sharing a number of shareables. Top recommendations are definitely the potato pave and short rib croquettes. Also, lots of gluten free accommodations. Definitely check this place out! I can’t wait to come back and try more.
Adding to my review because I came back! This time we tried mains & we loved them’
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Had the best time at the oak bistro!!
The food was delicious, we enjoyed every bite
The french onion soup was divine, the wings were so yummy, the jalapeños and cheddar corn bread were great!
Even the caramel sauce on the ice cream for dessert felt like it was made a minute before served, and it was absolutely amazing. The service was quick and kind, and the vibe was calm, good music, and just a beautiful place.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
I love this place. Great people working here and good vibes only. The workers are so nice. The patio outside is so great and the inside is always clean and cute. The food is amazing and always cooked greatly. They season everything perfectly and the recipes are amazing. JUST GO MAKE AN ORDER!!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
I had an amazing brunch/lunch experience at Oak Bistro 🌳🍽️, located on 1287 Cambridge St in Cambridge, MA, this past Saturday, accompanied by my lovely mom. This cozy restaurant draws its culinary inspiration from the vibrant flavors of São Paulo, Brazil 🇧🇷.
To quench our thirst, we opted for their coffee ☕ and a classic mimosa 🍹. The mimosa was quite standard, but it hit the spot, especially if you’re in the brunch alcohol mood! 🥂
We started our meal with the avocado toast 🥑🍞 and short rib hash 🍖🍳 from the brunch menu. The avocado toast was intriguing with its unique addition of mushrooms 🍄, but it lacked that essential touch of salt or citrus. I’m not entirely convinced that mushrooms and avocado toast are a perfect match, but it was the only slightly underwhelming dish, earning a 5/10.
On the other hand, the short rib hash (8/10) was a delightful surprise. Featuring sweet potatoes 🍠, apple bacon 🍏🥓, and perfectly cooked eggs 🍳, it was a symphony of flavors. If the potatoes had been a bit crispier, it would have been a solid 10/10!
We couldn’t resist trying the jalapeño cheese cornbread 🌽🧀 served with Vermont maple whipping butter 🍁. It was delightfully buttery, and as a cornbread enthusiast, I was in heaven, giving it an 9/10!
The grilled longboard pizza 🍕 with pepperoni, onions, and arugula was a winning combination. It was cooked to perfection and had that irresistible cheese pull 🧀. Another solid 8/10!
To end our meal on a sweet note, we indulged in the Brazilian raindrop beignets 🇧🇷🍩, deep-fried dough balls served with warm caramel sauce. A truly cozy and satisfying finish, earning an 8/10.
If you’re on the hunt for a winter brunch spot this January, I highly recommend making your way to Oak Bistro. Don’t miss out on the scrumptious cornbread and delightful beignets!
Food: 8/10 🍽️ Ambiance: 8/10 🏞️ Affordability: 7/10 💰
Overall, a delightful experience that’s sure to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds! 😋🌟
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Jalapeno & Cheddar Corn Bread
I only leave reviews if I go to a place more than once and there is consistency in the food. This restaurant has it all across the board, service, atmosphere and THE FOOD! Had the lamb sliders and short rib croquettes for appetizers. I was mind-blown by the flavors in the sliders and the patty was perfectly cooked (I’m picky w lamb). Then we had the mushroom risotto and house made gnocchi. Everything had so much flavor and the portions were more than enough. Def recommend giving this place a shot! Will be coming back!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$50–100
With its cozy wooden interiors reminiscent of the previous Mexican place, Corazon de Frida, Oak Bistro offers a delightful tavern-style dining experience in Inman Square.
I took a visit for lunch a few weeks ago and found the menu that straddled the line between classic bistro fare and tavern food.
Starting with the appetizers, the Braised Fried Pork Belly and Buttermilk Fried Oysters were straightforward yet satisfying. The portions, while modest, were reasonably priced.
From their entrées, I had their most popular Long Island Duck Confit. Served atop a bed of sweet potato and apple bacon hash, the duck was tender, albeit slightly over-seasoned. Yet, the sweet potato purée helped bring the dish together nicely and the port wine sauce further enhanced the umami of the meat - the managed took particular pride in this dish, as well as their cocktail offerings.
Speaking of cocktails, as someone with a preference for sweeter drinks, I found both the Lipsticks on a Fig and the Oreo Espresso Martini great.
Overall, Oak Bistro does a solid job of providing an elevated tavern dining experience, backed by a friendly and attentive service. While not every dish hit the mark entirely, they were generally well-executed and presented good value for their price. If you’re looking for a blend of comfort and creativity in dining experience, I recommend checking them out.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$50–100
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Long Island Duck Confit Leg GF
We had lunch and dinner (different day) here and enjoyed both meals immensely. It was nice to see that they had a few mocktails for us "non-drinking" patrons. Service was good and atmosphere was fresh and warm.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
French Dip Panini
It’s truly a place for family and friends. Love the atmosphere and decorating . The foods were amazing and the service was fantastic. Definitely wanted to go back!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Great sunny place to stop in.
I had the mushroom steak sandwich with fun fries (they are fun and tasty).
Will have to come back for dinner and drinks.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Definitely I’ll be back. The food so delicious and fancy.
I had great time with my friends this place is super good vibes.
Great food+great friends+great time= perfect!!!
Meal type
Dinner
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
