Oak Bistro 1287 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02139

"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."

"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."

"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."

"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!!"