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Daedalus, Cambridge, MA

Daedalus

4.7
4.7
479 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
Tucked in a converted greenhouse, Daedalus is a casual restaurant that serves New American cuisine and drinks in spacious surrounds. The restaurant's menu changes to reflect the season. Diners rave about the crab cake sandwich, the buffalo tenders and the Daedalus burger.

A neighborhood favorite, Daedalus boasts a roof deck that delivers a lovely view of Harvard square. It also hosts two bars (one located on each floor)

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    West Cambridge
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 479 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Boston

    Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Daedalus is a charming gem in Cambridge, praised for its "fantastic" food and "outstanding" service. Its rooftop deck offers a delightful dining experience, especially in warm weather. Guests appreciate the "lovely" atmosphere and diverse menu. Despite occasional busy nights, the staff remains "efficient and friendly," ensuring a memorable visit.

479 Reviews
  1. Judith

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Daedalus! Fun vibe...great food...staff super friendly!

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  2. Laura

    Greater Boston

    63 reviews

    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat downstairs in a booth by the open window. Loved the space. The food was very good. The cod, salmon and steak frites were enjoyed by all. The frites were great.

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  3. Greg

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Daedalus continues to be our favorite spot in the neighborhood. Great food, great service. Many things keep changing within Harvard Square, but Daedalus consistently stays a true favorite!

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  4. Katherine Laing

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 13 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We got a high top on the rooftop deck on a gorgeous Sept night. No better location for a lovely relaxing dinner. We all had appetizers as our dinners because they were all large and we were completely full afterwards. I had the tacos (very good, lots of beef) and my friends had the corn salad, and another salad plus fries. The two cocktails had were good, but both a little light on the alcohol. This is a go-to in Harvard Square. Inside is nice too, including seats at the bar downstairs.

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  5. Joanne

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a lovely restaurant. It is perfect for a romantic dinner or just getting together with friends. We are impressed with the staff and management.

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  6. Zach

    Greater Boston

    229 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    229 reviews

    Dined on 29 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Daedalus was amazing as usual, with its excellent menu and service to match. Always a great place to gather with friends or simply enjoy a lovely meal.

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  7. Michelle

    New York City

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 16 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time sitting on the lovely outdoor terrace. Food was delicious. Creative cocktails, good service. We’ll be back.

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  8. Linda

    Southwest Florida

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious meal and dessert. Friendly and attentive waitress. The restaurant was not loud. The restaurant was clean and had nice decor. And I was pleasantly surprised that parking was not a problem! Overall A+

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  9. Natalie

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    wonderful outdoor roof top, delicious food, will go back.

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  10. ElliotD

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Summer celebration!

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FAQs

Daedalus is rated 4.7 stars by 479 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Daedalus

45 1/2 Mount Auburn St, Cambridge, MA 02138

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    West Cambridge
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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