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The Blue Room

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1 Kendall Sq
Cambridge, MA 02139

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The Blue Room
Local(617) 494-9034

1 Kendall Sq
Cambridge, MA 02139

http://www.theblueroom.net

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Blue Room in the Greater Boston area is a three star American restaurant. This is one of the popular restaurants in the Kendall Square neighborhood. It's known for its eclectic offerings. It's been awarded the 10 Best Boston American and Wine Spectator Award of Excellence awards. Know before you go: this place features outdoor dining. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find an elegant atmosphere. This place features private rooms, a full bar, a buffet, catering, and brunch. This place is handicap accessible and good for groups.

Expert Reviews of The Blue Room

Citysearch | Acclaimed modern American cuisine and lively surroundings make this Kendall Square's destination restaurant.

The Blue Room's award-winning cuisine has long been a favorite among local foodies and eager tourists. But the restaurant's atmosphere--loads of local art, a bustling open kitchen and an upbeat, three-sided...
citysearch.com - expert review - 12/06/2006
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Frommer's

The Blue Room sits below plaza level in an office-retail complex, a slice of foodie paradise in high-tech heaven. Its out-of-the-way location means that it doesn't get as much publicity as it deserves, but...
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OpenTable

The Blue Room is simple casual comfort. Housed in a renovated woven hose factory, this nationally acclaimed restaurant is composed of bare wood beams, brick and granite walls, cozy chenille banquettes, soft...
opentable.com - expert review
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AOL CityGuide

conscientious elegance in cambridge's tech center...
cityguide.aol.com - expert review
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Epinions

this popular spot recently reopened under new ownership and with new banquettes...
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Fodor's

i took my wife there for her birthday and we had an excellent time. my atmosphere rating reflects the fact that we were seated by the kitchen door despite having made a reservation a week in advance. great...
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Boston.com

We previously went to this restaurant in 2002 (see my review of 12/27/02) and were very impressed. I wish we had not gone back this year. The waitress was not helpful and became irritated and sullen when I...
boston.com - expert review
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Open List

I have dined at the Blue Room previously and had an excellent experience - attentive, knowlegeable staff; wonderful food, etc. I had the pleasure of dining there this past Father's Day for their all-u-can-eat...
openlist.com - expert review

10Best

popular blue room makes good use of chef steve johnson's creative abilities, which help fashion a unique, delicious menu. diners are dazzled by delightful combinations like beef skirt and kim chee and such...
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Open List

we ate here on valentine's day, and i have to say that i was VERY impressed with the experience. food was really delicious, the waitstaff was knowledgeable and friendly, and the overall experience was just...
openlist.com - expert review

Boston.com

The stuffed squid appetizer was great. The skirt steak accompanied by fried artichokes was OK but the artichokes were so dry and spiney they were hardly edible. Prices too high for food quality and portion...
boston.com - expert review
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Amazon.com

my girlfriend and i went to the blue room before seeing a movie at kendall square theaters about a month ago (11/2002). we were pleasantly surprised with how good the food was. she had an incredible grilled...
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New York Times

totally hip, funky, and cambridge, the blue room, led by steve johnson, the convivial owner-chef, blends a host of international cuisines with fresh, local ingredients. brightly colored furnishings, counters...
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Epinions

great place for a fun date...good food and atmosphere...
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Gayot

harvest and upstairs on the square may be the cambridge restaurants that embody years past, but the blue room is a portrait of this quirky village-cum-city in the present day. it has changed ownership several...
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AOL CityGuide

a creative menu, using the best ingredients and the best inspiration from any cuisine. the staff will make you feel right at home in a tux or a t-shirt. most diners are in dressy casual clothing...
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User Reviews of The Blue Room

Yelp.com Review - by Margaret W.

4 of 5 stars. Our favorite restaurant in college! My then-boyfriend (now husband) and I came here to celebrate all our anniversaries and valentine's day. Definitely make a reservation because this place is…
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Christopher S.

5 of 5 stars. I can't believe I haven't written about this place yet... I've been a fan of TBR for more than 10 years now, ever since discovering them in the 'hood of my 1st job. Great interiors with a great variety…
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Molly L.

4 of 5 stars. I've only had positive experiences here. The last time we were there was for dinner in December, 2007. I love that their menu is different every time we go. I ordered a seasonal pumpkin soup as a…
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by stuart l.

4 of 5 stars. I enjoyed the atmosphere of this place. I was surprised to find it at Kendal Square next to Tommy Doyles and Cambridge Brewing Company. We ordered the, Softshell Crab, Lamb Kebab, and Rabbit…
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Stacey H.

3 of 5 stars. I should have heeded to the advice of other trusty yelpers on this one. Blue Room is just "ok". Sure, it was easy enough to get a reservation on a Saturday night by calling two hours ahead of time.…
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sheila B.

1 of 5 stars. Recently I was there for cocktails after work on a Friday night. I pull up to the bar with one friend expecting to meet another. Strike 1: Bartender, had a HUGE chip on his shoulder. I asked him for…
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Annie P.

2 of 5 stars. Talk about bad energy flow of karma cosmic nature lightning thunder strike go go team from the start. The Blue Room has always been on my higher standards at an ease pace list. Raves about the brunch…
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tracee D.

2 of 5 stars. I arrived early at 11 with no reservation. I was told that I could not get a table because they were all booked. "Every table is taken" you smugly declared. We went to the bar. I must confess that I…
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by sarah j.

2 of 5 stars. My boyfriend and I have been trying to find the Blue Room literally for years, after hearing such rave reviews for the Sunday brunch. Turns out we were always looking in the wrong place - today we…
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nadya R.

4 of 5 stars. I knew I had to come here after reading Malena's review, us Mexicans always get excited when we are surrounded by a lot of food, because it doesn't happen too often. After taking an involuntary stroll…
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Liz D.

4 of 5 stars. One Kendall Sq, is one of those areas that I feel like the US Govt would gather citizens underground if there was ever a nuclear and/or zombie attack. An eerie fallout that is perpetually desolate…
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Devon W.

4 of 5 stars. We came here for brunch today, and let me tell you a good fact: If you have bulimic tendencies, don't come here....you'll end up purging in the bathroom. Also applicable: if you binge excessively,…
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Patrick H.

3 of 5 stars. Unfortunately I can only review The Blue Room for brunch so far, but I think it's important to note right away that their brunch, which runs from 11AM until 2:30PM on Sunday, is a buffet only setup…
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by alex l.

3 of 5 stars. not too happy with this place. I was very excited to go there after seeing their brunch offerings online. The service was terrible and the food...though it looked good...was not so. Also, they keep…
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Crystal S.

4 of 5 stars. Restaurant Week Spring '08 (Can I really call it Spring?) Probably the best Restaurant Week experience and food that I've had in the two years that I've been going to these things. The staff was…
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Steve s.

4 of 5 stars. Really kind of torn about this place..... First The Blue Room is in Kendall Square. It is in the basement of an office building, but there is plenty of light, so it has a good feel. Its decor is…
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael G.

4 of 5 stars. Good food, good ambiance, good service, good portion sizes. I definitely enjoyed my meal. Even better, it was surprisingly vegetarian-friendly despite only having one vegetarian entree, though be…
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jay B.

5 of 5 stars. Details: Saturday night, immediate seating for two... what more could you ask for? Service was amazing, perfect timing and recommendations. Nothing left to say.
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rebecca S.

2 of 5 stars. I'm torn about how many stars to give Blue Room, because every time I've eaten there, the food has been great. If I discount what happened when I last went there, and just rated the food itself, it…
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Liz B.

3 of 5 stars. My boyfriend and I just went to the Blue Room last Friday night to celebrate Valentine's Day. We had a great time and surprisingly got reservations very last minute. The ambiance was cool and…
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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Horrible Service, Subpar Food

We had a reservation to the Blue Room for this first time on Friday. When we arrived we were seated at a table (which was not even close to level) right in the path of all the waiter traffic even though other...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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Very dependable American cuisine with a few pleasant surprises

I definitely would recommend the Blue Room and would go back, though it's not at the absolute top of my list due to a few inconsistencies in our night. The dining room is quite pleasant, but the awkward layout...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by michelle m.

3 of 5 stars. So, I've been to The Blue Room a few times now: twice for hors d'oeuvres and wine at recruiting events, and once for dinner. Now, I was quite impressed with their service in the back room, or event,…
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by MzLizz M.

3 of 5 stars. Honestly, I don't get it. I don't understand how anyone can give this place more than 3-stars. I've been to Blue Room for both dinner and for brunch, and am still confused how anyone could love this…
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristi S.

4 of 5 stars. I have only had Sunday brunch here, but that is enough to put in my two cents! It is fantastic. I would recommend making a reservation, it can get fairly busy.
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan J.

4 of 5 stars. A very solid place. The wine list is a bit limited, but adventurous. Crowd: meh. Older. Lots of professors i'd say - which clashes a bit with the cooler ambiance of the place. The bar scene is simply…
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristin G.

4 of 5 stars. I went here this past weekend with some friends. We went for a cocktail or two and an appetizer. It was great. I had a gin martini and a blackberry vodka cocktail, and both were mixed perfectly. The…
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by mike c.

3 of 5 stars. Fellow Yelper Emily D and I are some of the few Yelpers who have rated the Blue Room 3 stars, and the question is "Why?" Unlike Emily I went to the Blue Room for the BRUNCH BUFFET, and not for dinner.…
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kendra S.

4 of 5 stars. It's good we're not relying on my mother-in-law for a review. She thinks the Blue Room is one of the best places to eat in Boston, "like the Cheesecake Factory." Forgive her. She knows not the…
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by ann c.

4 of 5 stars. BRUNCH: everything about this place was good except- brunch was BUFFET style. the food was great (plenty and variety), the atmosphere was great, and the service was great but i'm just not a big fan of…
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris B.

4 of 5 stars. I went here for a company dinner event, so I'm not sure I got the typical dining experience, but I definitely liked what I saw... and tasted. The meal was great, service was great, had some amazing…
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Amanda H.

4 of 5 stars. The only reason I give this place 4 stars is because I've only been here for the brunch. But the brunch gets 10 stars. It buffet style, but not like some breakfast buffets that have the runny eggs,…
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by emily b.

4 of 5 stars. Our waiter was friendly and funny--but not an over-lingerer. He immediately asked if we had a movie or other plans to make after dinner and carefully timed our dining experience to fit our post-dinner…
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Danielle M.

4 of 5 stars. My new favorite place! Met a friend for dinner, it was DELICIOUS. Not your typical frou frou tiny entrees for $30. I got the flank steak - it was cooked perfectly and not heavy on spices.
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Adam B.

4 of 5 stars. Whats up "all you can eat" brunch? Just what I need after a night of dancing my face off and drinking enough gin to kill a small rhinoceros. The food here is grade A quality! Perfectly cooked flank…
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Emily D.

3 of 5 stars. This place gets 4 stars for the ambiance and service, but only 3 for the food. And you go out to restaurants to eat good food, right? Hence my 3. We were seated promptly for dinner reservations, and I…
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy C.

4 of 5 stars. Overall, i would give it 3.75 stars. I wish it could have been more but the food wasn't as good as the service. By far the best service we have gotten in a restaurant in a very long time. We were…
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Malena L.

5 of 5 stars. I told John W. he was going to feel the Mexican fury if their brunch wasn't the best thing ever. He seemed hesitant ("at least one of the best you'll try?") seeing that his life was on the line. I…
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Pete P.

5 of 5 stars. sooooooooooooo good! a great seasonal menu that will never disappoint. wine list? superb. they have a cool separate bar area that is barely separate which integrates really well with the rest of…
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa C.

4 of 5 stars. Since brunch is like the best meal of the day, I did a little birthday brunch here. In it's genre, it's awesome. It's a nice causal little brunch buffet. Nice variety. Being raised in the South…
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by john w.

4 of 5 stars. The best Sunday brunch you will ever eat in yr life is served in Kendall Sq - perfect for vegetarians and carnivores alike. Their epic brunch buffet is laid out along a counter overlooking the open…
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ashley R.

4 of 5 stars. The Blue Room has been a solid staple for Cambridge for many many years. It's casual, yet classy; tasty, but familiar dishes (best ones are off the grill); has a great wine list that won't empty your…
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Colin N.

5 of 5 stars. The bartender said it was the quietest night he had seen since working there. After finishing the meal, I was truly surprised. One Kendall Square and the decor inside The Blue Room have a stark lack…
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tracey N.

4 of 5 stars. Amazing choice for dinner before a movie. A little on the pricey side, but so delicious. I love how they help you choose the wine to match your dish by letter codes--which takes some figuring out, but…
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Casey W.

5 of 5 stars. The Scene: It's the last Friday of restaurant week 2007, and I have not gone out anywhere. Wheretogo?Wheretogo?Wheretogo? Scour Yelp for good reviews of restaurants that still have reservations…
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Julian M.

4 of 5 stars. I've never been here for dinner. During the summer this place has an outside grill for lunch that typically serves hot dogs, quesadillas, grilled salmon, and a changing sandwich. I imagine this…
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrew K.

4 of 5 stars. Went to the restaurant over the weekend trusting yelp reviews and I wasn't disappointed. I had the steak and she had the eggplant. We had seats out on the patio and the tables were nicely spread out.…
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica M.

4 of 5 stars. I went here for restaurant week and it was great! I wish they had one more choice in each category, but the meals were delicious. The service was very very good. I enjoyed the ambiance, which enhanced…
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2007
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Perfect restaurant

This restaurant has it all. Fabulous service, delicious wine list, soothing...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 07/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jane C.

4 of 5 stars. Let me preface this by saying I am very picky, and sometimes I will have issues with food that is very high quality. This is the case with the Blue Room. I first came here for drinks and was impressed…
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ligaya T.

4 of 5 stars. Let me utter one sentence that will alone make your visit here worthwhile: The best service I've gotten in this city. His name is Kwesi and he is kind, incredibly eloquent in his descriptions and…
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Peter R.

3 of 5 stars. I give it 3 stars.. why you ask??? well for one i have only gone for the Sunday brunch.
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Nik O.

4 of 5 stars. I've only eaten at the take-out part outside during the summer but when you're having subs and pizza every day for lunch, their hearty plates are a welcome change (especially the fish). Highly…
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Melanie S.

5 of 5 stars. I love this place! Absolutely wonderful food and drinks. I have yet to have a morsel here that wasn't delicious. If you are looking for cheaper fare, try their daily offering of a "simple pasta" or a…
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by jess b.

4 of 5 stars. I used to come here for brunch often and was always really pleased with what they had to offer. Being someone whose eyes are almost always bigger than her stomach, i wish it was a bit less pricey...…
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Angelina C.

4 of 5 stars. Kendall Sq. has impressed me more and more since moving to Boston. What looks like a 1980s attempt at urban/suburban renewal (I think it is . . . complete with kitschy signage and Christmas lights) it…
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Food S.

5 of 5 stars. I went here with some friends recently. Now, for those who know me, I am a stickler for presentation, flavours and care that would go into the preperation of the meals, especially for this type of…
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2007
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extremely disappointing service and food

We went to the Blue Room for the first time on a busy Saturday night after hearing some good reviews about the restaurant. However, we were seated right by the door, less than a foot away from the people next...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by V e s t i g e ..

3 of 5 stars. My most recent visit here was disappointing. The service was still good and the wine pairings were still excellent. However, they changed the menu once again and this time they didn't have any of my…
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by John A.

4 of 5 stars. Fantastic!! I went for restaurant week, b ut I felt the prix fixe menu did not showcase the creativity of the menu so I went a al carte and was pleasantly surprised. The venison sausage with chorizo…
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Richard S.

4 of 5 stars. Over my whole long, sordid career of gobbling food and gulping drink in Cambridge, this place has never let me down. Not one time. Yes, there is a lot of salt, but pretty much every chef worth his,…
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tiffany C.

3 of 5 stars. BRUNCH BUFFET!! Sunday 11 am sitting, and a 1pm sitting. $23, pretty good deal if you're hungry. The food is great -- there's everything from steak and salad to a dessert table. Not the place…
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Scott P.

4 of 5 stars. Who should eat here: People who live in Boston/Cambridge, and people visiting Cambridge who are looking for a great meal in a fun, somewhat trendy setting. 1 Star - Lacking/Turn Off
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by B. B.

3 of 5 stars. I've only been here once, so take this review with a grain of salt... I was surprised by my visit to The Blue Room for a few reasons. I had thought it was much fancier and more expensive than it…
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Lalin A.

4 of 5 stars. Just love sitting in front of the kitchen- feels like I am in a french movie. The first place where I opened and sent back 4 bottles of wine and ended up liking the 5th one and feeling good. Awesome…
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Emily M.

3 of 5 stars. Do I like The Blue Room? Well, I do and I don't.
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Rob D.

5 of 5 stars. One of my favorite places on the planet, actually - I've been going there almost since it first opened. The food is always over-the-top perfect,
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2006
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All time favorite

I have been going to the Blue Room for the past 6 years that I have lived in Boston and have never been disappointed. The food is a sure thing - always just really solid. The room is cozy and still fun (not...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/06/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by carolyn b.

5 of 5 stars. The Blue Room is one of my favorite spots. The location/ the food/the whole feel of the place is wonderful. I love everything on the menu. Great waiters/waitresses and a fine wine list. The Blue Room…
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by tom V.

5 of 5 stars. A great place to stop by before and after going to the movies on a date. I split a bunch of appetizers and a pizza with 2 other people and the bill came out a lot less then what we expected (about…
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Anastasia L.

4 of 5 stars. A top dining destination with a wine list that far outnumbers all the dinner selections combined. It's not for nothing, either-- the staff are highly knowledgeable and enthusiastic about their wines,…
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2006
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RUDE WAITRESS AND CANNOT HANDLE BUSY NIGHTS

Had never been to Blue Room before, we showed up a bit early for our reservation, but they accomadated which was very nice. Then we waited for about fifteen minutes to even see a waitress, who when she showed...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/17/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Katie G.

4 of 5 stars. My dining experiences at the Blue Room have included a company holiday party, a romantic dinner, Sunday brunch with friends, and the weekday lunch grill on the patio. The setting is nice whether…
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2006
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Awful experience made worse by staff and management's total lack of interest in the customer or the product

Well, the Blue Room's reign supreme is officially over. After two semi poor experiences, gave it one more shot. Wines by the glass were dead (no cork; days old?). Long long delays every step of the way,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/04/2006
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Most horrific experience - rude and unaccomodating hostesses, terrible atmospher, esp for business meals

If you want to be jamped into tables where you practically sit on the your neighbors' laps and be part of their conversations, or vice versa, then this is the place you. My colleague and I met for dinner after...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by D G.

5 of 5 stars. Like many, I've walked by here countless times, usually on my way to the Cambridge Brewing Company, but last night I decided to duck in for an appetizer. A wonderful rabbit app, made even better by…
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2006
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Visit Reggie at the bar !

The Blue Room has been a haven for Boston area foodies who seek creative, beautifully prepared Mediterranean specialties and stylish comfort food in an atmosphere that seems to be all things to all people. You...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/24/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by So S.

5 of 5 stars. OH the food is quite lovely.....and mmmmmm orgasmic! Damn that wood grill lobster was incredible! OMG! Helllllooo boar sausage! And yeah to the tempura frog legs (don't knock it until you try it).…
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by tessa c.

4 of 5 stars. Great restaurant tucked into the One Kendall Square complex. Brunch is too die for. An excellent buffet set up along the high wall to the kitchen. Mediterranean, European, Asian, and American…
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Natasha A.

4 of 5 stars. The Blue Room is the perfect place to grab appetizers or cheese and wine at the bar, perhaps after a moive. Their cheese of the day is always delicious and they have a unique selection of wine -some…
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by jd c.

3 of 5 stars. I have only been here for brunch and it was really good, they have the not so typical brunch items, mixed with traditional ones.
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Rebecca O.

2 of 5 stars. I HATE HATE HATE to say this but I had the same experience as Kate S. Mine was during restaurant week and my friends we're begging and pleading with me not to write it off b/c the food was so salty,…
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Kate S.

1 of 5 stars. I must have gone on an off-night, but ALL of the food we ordered (an appetizer and two entrees) was almost unpalatably over-salted. I would not go back.
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2006
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some good, mostly bad

I was very dissappointed with my experience. First, we had the short rib served on polenta. The rib was fantastic, but the polenta was far too buttery to the point where it felt you were sucking down a stick...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/16/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Eli G.

5 of 5 stars. It's been here for over 12 years, but I had never been until I went to The Blue Room with my girlfriend for Restaurant week and thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of my meal. Blue Room is romantic in a…
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrea G.

5 of 5 stars. I ate at the Blue Room with a group of 15 coworkers and was blown away by the service, ambiance, and quality of the food and wine. The staff made great recommendations, and saw to it that we had…
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Sandra C.

5 of 5 stars. This is the best out of 4 restaurants I've eaten at for Restaurant Week 2005. Everything was perfect! Definitely order Pat's clams for an appetizer. You only get 5, but they are the 5 most perfect…
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Crystal K.

5 of 5 stars. The Blue Room never ceases to satisfy. The cozy comfort food fits in perfectly with the romantic but upbeat environment. Great drinks (love that Lindy!), the One Perfect Cheese and exceptional service…
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2005
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Love this place

If you are looking for something different then the normal food The Blue Room is the place to go. We...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/07/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Ellie L.

4 of 5 stars. My aspiring epicure of a little brother called dinner here the "best meal" he'd ever had. My only problem was that of indecision: a drink from the exotic cocktail menu or the encyclopedia of wines?…
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa B.

4 of 5 stars. Went to the Blue Room for the first time a few months ago and was pleasantly surprised. I've heard the brunch is wonderful (haven't been yet). I shared a few plates with a friend of mine, including…
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2005
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A great place

I ate at the Blue Room with a group of 15 coworkers and was blown away by the service, ambiance, and quality of the food and wine. The staff made great recommendations, and saw to it that we had everything we...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/13/2005
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Drunk on dessert

Stopping by the Blue Room for dessert may be a good idea, as the entrees tend to be slightly expensive. Their cognac parfait is ethereal, with prunes soaked in cognac and their chocolate pot de creme is...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/06/2005
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Cuban influences

I've been here for breakfast and dinner and both are great. For breakfast, they have a lot of Spanish influences with black beans and guacamole and egg burritos. For dinner, the chicken is excellent as are the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/18/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeremy S.

3 of 5 stars. Great seafood selections with a nice wine list. Attractive dining room, mid-range prices. Decent date spot, a movie theater is close by.
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2004
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My favorite meal in Meantown

The Blue Room's Sunday brunch (they now take reservations at 11am and 1pm) is a real treat for red-m...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/24/2004
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just say no

I went back and had terrible service. Certain people got served before others, and we were forced to stand in a corner until we were served.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/08/2004
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Excellent Dining Experience

This is one of my favorite spots in the Boston area. The service is always pleasant; the food is always delicious, hot and interesting. I especially love the wine tasting nights! It is always a safe bet to...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/29/2004
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Skip the lamb

I was promptly seated even though the restaurant was near capacity. Choice of entrees was limited and had some unusual sides. The wine list was extensive and had many good wines priced in the twenties. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/30/2003
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Never been disappointed!

Very good and reasonably priced. The only draw back is parking.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/16/2003
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Never again

I went to this restaurant with my job and thank god they paid! I did not like it one bit. The waitress was forgetful and the drinks were bad! They brought out everyones food except mine and another co-worker...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/21/2002
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great find

I've been going to MIT for four years, and I can't believe I waited so long to try this place. The food is great, the ambience is pretty cool (esp. the paintings on the wall), and the service was top notch....
citysearch.com - user review - 10/31/2002
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Really good time

Every time I've eaten at Blue Room whether it be for dinner or brunch. I've always come away satisfied. You cant go wrong here.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/22/2002
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Great brunch!

I recently went to the Blue Room for brunch and the food was excellent. The brunch is served buffet-style. I must say this is not your typical brunch place with eggs and home fries. They serve the "fancy"...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/18/2002
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Delicious!

This has been a favorite of mine for years and years. The food is always great and the wine list is always accomodating to any occasion. It's a sure bet.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/16/2002
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Wonderful

I have to say, we went here with a little apprehension after reading some of the other reviews. However, our experience couldn't be more to the contrary of the other postings. We were seated immediately, our...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/27/2002
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