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Food & Wine Magazine

“At the Blue Room in Cambridge, the wine director steers her customers to cheaper wines because they allow her to be ‘more adventurous’ in her recommendations.”

Improper Bostonian

“In terms of quality as a function of price, The Blue Room is unbeatable. Its first rate ingredients, top-notch preparation, generous portions and restrained prices deliver real value.”

Artxchic (twitter)

"@eatatblueroom Phenomenal! Loved every bite! Had the shrimp & chorizo, so good!"

Wine Spectator

“Award of Excellence” 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008

Linds L. (yelp)

“my favorite go-to bar when I want something a little different. my favorite restaurant to take people from out of town. my favorite brunch place. my favorite.”

Julia Child

“I love The Blue Room because it smells like a restaurant.”

Gourmet Magazine

“Funky and fun, The Blue Room draws a crowd of regulars who can't seem to get enough of their Mediterranean cooking, which champions local produce and perfectly ripened cheeses.”

Sandra K. (yelp)

“This review is solely for the lunch barbecue on the patio. And the first word that comes to my lips is.......(drumroll please).......Deeef'nlicious.”

Bradd (zagat)

"Always wonderful and innovative, even after all these years. Especially in the summer when you can sit outside and spend all evening enjoying a bottle from the excellent wine list."

Sara S. (opentable)

"I love eating well without having to dress up."

Boston Magazine

Best of Boston “Best Brunch”

Zagat

“Upscale but not uptight, this well-managed Kendall Square star still shines after all these years with unsual ingredients and detailed wine list; come Sunday for the incredible brunch buffet that is much better than you deserve for the price.”

Paul P. (zagat)

"Long live The Blue Room. Viva Reggie the bartender. Viva Nick!!!"