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    Oak Bistro

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    Open now11AM - 12AM
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    Special of the Day
    Summer Lunch Menu

    Featured Items

    • French Dip Panini

      Slow Braised Beef, Gruyère, Caramelized Onions, Roasted Garlic Aioli, Hand-Cut Fries, Au Jus. **Contains: Dairy, Eggs & Gluten**
      $23.00

    Special of the Day

    Special Small Bites

    • Rustic Roasted Tomato Soup

      Shaved Pecorino Cheese, Grilled Focaccia, Basil Oil
      OUT OF STOCK
      $17.00

    Special For The Table

    • Crispy Fried Burrata

      Warm Marinara, Grilled Ciabatta, Balsamic Glaze, Micro Greens & Shaved Pecorino
      $23.00

    Special Entrée

    • Lobster & Chive Gnocchi

      Wild Mushrooms, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Baby Arugula, Pecorino & Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce
      $37.00

    Summer Lunch Menu

    SMALL BITES

    • Blistered Shishito Peppers

      Toasted Sesame Seeds, Chipotle Aioli, Flaky Sea Salt, Fresh Lime (DF, GF & VEG) **Contains: Eggs & Sesame**
      $12.00
    • Blueberry Semolina Cornbread

      Whipped Lemon Butter, Honey, Strawberry Jam **Contains: Dairy, Eggs & Gluten**
      $11.00
    • Braised Short Rib Croquettes

      Red Onion Marmalade, Black Garlic & Truffle Aioli, Aged Manchego Cheese. **Contains: Dairy, Eggs & Gluten**
      $13.00
    • Cajun Buttermilk Fried Oysters

      Dressed Arugula, Cucumber, Lemon Vinaigrette, Chipotle Aioli. **Contains: Dairy, Eggs & Shellfish**
      $13.00
    • Chilled Tomato & Cucumber Gazpacho

      Basil Oil, Cucumber, Red Onions, Croutons (DF & VEG) **Contains: Gluten **
      OUT OF STOCK
      $17.00
    • Fig & Ricotta Tartine

      Sourdough, Black Mission Figs, Honey, Pickled Red Onions, Baby Arugula, 20-Year Aged Balsamic. (VEG) **Contains: Dairy & Gluten**
      $17.00
    • Focaccia

      Whipped Lemon Butter, Tyne-Infused Honey & Smoked Sea Salt (VEG) **Contains: Dairy & Gluten**
      $11.00
    • Fried Halloumi

      Hot Honey, Mint Chimichurri Aioli, Lemon Zest (VEG) **Contains: Dairy & Gluten**
      $13.00

    FOR THE TABLE

    • Summer on a Plate

      Creamy Burrata, Grilled Peaches, Heirloom Tomatoes, Arugula, Garden Basil Pesto, Aged Balsamic, Olive Oil, Sea Salt. (GF & VEG) **Contains: Dairy** ** House-Made Nut-Free Garden Basil Pesto**
      $24.00
    • Watermelon & Trevisano Salad

      Trevisano, Arugula, Watermelon, Cucumber, Pickled Red Onions, Toasted Pine Nuts, Feta Cheese, Microgreens, Lemon Yogurt Dressing. (GF & VEG) **Contains: Dairy & Nuts**
      $21.00
    • Thousand-Layer Crispy Potato Pavé

      Shaved Pecorino Cheese, Brava Sauce, Chives (GF, VEG). **Contains: Dairy**
      $14.00
    • Steamed Mussels

      White Wine Lemon Broth, Jalapeno Butter, Shallots, and Garlic. Served with Grilled Sourdough or Fries. **Contains: Dairy, Gluten & Shellfish** DF- without butter GF - without sourdough or fries.
      $18.00
    • OAK Wings

      House-Made Stick Honey Chili Sauce or House-Sauce, Blue Cheese Dressing, Scallions. **Contains: Dairy & Gluten**
      $16.00
    • Beer-Battered Onion Rings

      Roasted Garlic Aioli, Fresh Parsley **Contains: Eggs & Gluten**
      $12.00
    • Mezze Trio

      Marinated Artichoke Hummus, Labneh Cheese, Cucumber & Watermelon Salad, Olive Oil, Fresh Mint, Za'atar Naan Bread. (VEG) **Contains: Dairy, Gluten & Sesame**
      $19.00
    • Woodland Cakes

      Oyster Mushrooms, Chickpeas, Herb Lemon Aioli, Basil Oil, Fresh Watercress (DF, VEG & VG) ** Contains: Gluten**
      $16.00
    • Harvest Board

      36-Month Prosciutto di Parma, Truffle Honey Goat Cheese, Grapes, Black Mission Figs, Bread & Butter Pickles, Sardinian Flatbread, Flaky Sea Salt, Thyme-Infused Honey. **Contains: Dairy & Gluten**
      $26.00
    • Crispy Polenta & BBQ Shredded Duck

      Shredded Duck Confit, Whipped Goat Cheese, Microgreens, Fresh Chives. **Contains: Dairy & Gluten**
      $18.00
    • Street Corn

      Sweet Corn, Chimichurri Aioli, Crumbled Feta, Fresh Chives. (GF & VEG) **Contains: Dairy**
      $11.00

    LUNCH

    • Inman Verano Risotto

      Local Foraged Mushrooms, Charred Sweet Corn, Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, Parmigiano Reggiano, Fresh Chives (GF, VEG) **Contains: Dairy** DF & VG - Without Cheese & Butter
      $27.00
    • Peach & Brie Steak Sandwich

      Arugula, Rosemary Hot Honey, Caramelized Shallots, Ciabatta Bread, Side Salad. **Contains: Dairy & Gluten**
      $22.00
    • Grilled Avocado Chicken Wrap

      Avocado, Heirloom Tomatoes, Arugula, Pickled Red Onion, Chimichurri Aioli, Whole Wheat Wrap, Side Salad. **Contains: Eggs & Gluten**
      $21.00
    • Pappardelle Braised Short Rib Ragu

      Confit Tomatoes, Baby Spinach, Parmigiano Reggiano & 20 Yr. Balsamic. VEG - without short rib & sauce. GF- served with Gluten Free Penne Pasta **Contains: Dairy, Eggs & Gluten**
      $31.00
    • Garden Cavatelli

      Grilled Marinated Artichokes, Basil Pesto, Charred Cipollini Onions, Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, Creamy Burrata, Aged Balsamic. (VEG) **Contains: Dairy, Eggs & Gluten** **Nut-free Basil Pesto** GF - served with Gluten Free Penne Pasta
      $34.00
    • Wild-Caught Red Snapper

      Potato-Corn Gnocchi, Charred Sweet Corn, Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, Arugula, Lemon Butter Sauce. **Contains: Dairy, Eggs, Fish & Gluten** GF - Served with Risotto
      $39.00
    • French Dip Panini

      Slow Braised Beef, Gruyère, Caramelized Onions, Roasted Garlic Aioli, Hand-Cut Fries, Au Jus. **Contains: Dairy, Eggs & Gluten**
      $23.00
    • Farm-To-Table Burger

      Prime 8oz Grass-Fed Burger, Thyme-Grilled Vidalia Onions, Pickles, Choice of Vermont Sharp Cheddar, Great Hill Blue, or Swiss Cheese, and BBQ Aioli. Served with Hand-Cut Fries.
      $26.00
    • Fish Tacos

      Two Warm Flour Tortillas, Remoulade, Chopped Lettuce, Pickled Red Onions, Roasted Corn, Lime Chipotle Aioli, Side Salad. **Contains: Dairy, Eggs, & Gluten**
      $19.00

    SIDES

    • Crispy Fried Duck Egg

      GF & DF
      $6.00
    • Brussels Sprouts

      Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Whipped Goat Cheese, Lemon Zest. (GF, VEG) **Contains: Dairy**
      $11.00
    • Garlic Butter Broccolini

      Garlic Butter & Chili Flakes. (GF, VEG) **Contains: Dairy**
      $11.00
    • Grilled Asparagus

      Lemon Vinaigrette (DF, GF & VEG).
      $11.00
    • Lemon Herb Chickpea Salad

      Chickpeas, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Baby Arugula, Crumbled Feta, Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette. (GF) **Contains: Dairy**
      $11.00
    • Mint & Cucumber Salad

      Watermelon, English Cucumber, Fresh Mint, Lemon Vinaigrette (DF, GF & VEG).
      $11.00
    • Simple Greens

      Arugula & Lemon Vinaigrette (DF, GF & VEG)
      $11.00
    • Hand-Cut Fries

      $9.00
    • Chef's Fries

      Tossed with Hot Sauce, Side Ranch Dressing & Fresh Parsley.
      $11.00
    • Parmesan & Garlic Fries

      Garlic, Parmigiano Reggiano, Fresh Parsley, Truffle Aioli (VEG) **Contains: Dairy & Gluten**
      $11.00
    • Sweet Potato & Spinach Hash

      Caramelized Cipollini Onions GF VEG VG
      $11.00

    KIDS MENU

    • Kid's Pizza (Naan)

      Tomato Sauce & Cheese (GF)
      $13.00
    • Kid's Chicken Tenders

      Served with Fries.
      $13.00
    • Kid's Pasta

      Tomato Sauce & Cheese, or Butter & Cheese.
      $13.00

    SWEET FINISH

    • Brazilian Raindrop Beignets

      Passion Fruit Deep Fried Dough, Sugar and Cinnamon, Caramel Sauce **Contains: Dairy, Eggs & Gluten**
      $12.00
    • Ricotta Mascarpone Cannoli

      Ricotta & Mascarpone Cannoli, House-Made Dulce de Leche, Waffle Crumble, Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream, Fresh Berries **Contains: Dairy, Eggs & Gluten**
      $16.00
    • Grilled Summer Peaches

      Grilled Summer Peaches, Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream, Raspberry Coulis, Gluten-Free Granola, Fresh Mint (DF, GF, VEG, VG)
      $14.00
    • Flourless Chocolate Cake

      Strawberry Compote, Vanilla Whipped Cream, Chocolate Ganache (GF)
      $16.00
    • Ice Cream

      Flavor of the Day Richardsons Ice Cream served with Homemade Apple-Cider Caramel.
      $6.00

    All hours
    Sunday9:00 am - 12:00 am
    Monday11:00 am - 12:00 am
    Tuesday11:00 am - 12:00 am
    Wednesday11:00 am - 12:00 am
    Thursday11:00 am - 12:00 am
    Friday11:00 am - 12:00 am
    Saturday11:00 am - 12:00 am
    Restaurant info

    Welcome to Oak Bistro, Cambridge's newest dining destination at Inman Square Cambridge, MA. Discover American cuisine with a modern twist, inspired by global flavors. Our warm and inviting atmosphere is perfect for young professionals, students, and families seeking a memorable culinary journey. With a chef-driven approach, we bring diverse cultural influences, attention to detail, and adaptability to create innovative and delicious dishes. Join us in creating lasting memories while sustaining our local community.

    Location

    1287 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02139

    Directions

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    333 Summer Street
    Boston, MA 02210

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