Colette

4.6

1182 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Front and back garden patio available on a first come first serve basis, we will do our best to accommodate requests but we cannot guaratee front or back patio seating.

Colette blends the best of French culture to bring a dynamic dining experience to Porter Square. We strive to leave a lasting impression with our dramatic surroundings, smart wine list, warm and hospitable service, hand-crafted cocktails, and of course, a French inspired menu. Brunch, dinner, or cocktails - welcome to your new home!

We offer a range of small plates, hot and cold, which remix French classics - Mussels, Steak Frites, Salads, along with Cheese and Charcuterie boards and French desserts: Mousse au Chocolat, Crème Brûlée... Everything is made in house with love, we start from scratch everyday.

The star of our drink menu is definitely the wine, But we also serve beers, ciders and cocktails crafted by our mixologists.

We are located in the Porter Square Hotel in Cambridge.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Bistro, Contemporary French
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Tue–Fri 8:00 am–12:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 576-2222
Website
https://colette1924.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Alex Falconer

Location
1950 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140
Area
Cambridge
Cross Street
Porter Road
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Public transit
🚊 Red Line —> Porter Square
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

Soft - Camembert, France, cow, pasteurized
Semi soft - Toma Truffle, CA, cow, pasteurized
Semi soft blue - Roquefort, France, sheep, unpasteurized
Semi firm - Triple Play, WI, cow, sheep, goat, pasteurized
Prosciutto San Daniele - Pork, uncured, Italy
Rosette de Lyon - Pork, cured, France
Bresaola - Beef, cured, Italy
Duck Breast - Smoked, cured, housemade

The World is Your Oyster

Half Dozen Unicorn Oysters, Damariscotta River, Maine*
Served with traditional accoutrements & a grapefruit cucumber mignonette

French Traditions

French Onion Soup
Blend of onions caramelized in butter and white wine, topped with toasted croûtons and Gruyère cheese
Poulpe Provencal
Grilled octopus, olives, cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs, baby potatoes, olive oil
Moules-frites
Mussels, white wine, lardon, herbs, cream, fries
Escargots
Herbed garlic butter, French bread

From the Garden

Add-On options to any salad: Chicken Breast, Tenderloin Steak

Salade César
Romaine lettuce, parmesan croûtons & Caesar dressing
Salade Lyonnaise
Frisée, endive, bacon lardon, pickled shallots, fried goat cheese, dijon shallot vinaigrette
Beet Salad
Arugula, crispy pumpkin seeds, grilled artichokes, crème fraiche topped with honey
Burrata Salad
Tomato, basil, oregano, balsamic pearls, baguettini bread, aioli, crispy prosciutto

For Sharing

Fried Brussels Sprouts
Parmesan cheese, lardon, pickled shallots, garlic chips, and creamy cheddar
Hand-Cut French Fries
Fine herbs, aioli
Hand-Cut Truffle Parmesan French Fries
Fine herbs, truffle, parmesan, aioli

Entrees

For those with eyes bigger than their stomachs

Boneless Half Chicken
Haricot vert, mashed potatoes, roasted shallots, au jus
Fresh Pesto Tagliatelle
Mushrooms, roasted pine nuts and parmesan cheese. Add-On options of Chicken Breast or Tenderloin Steak. Gluten free pasta available
Halibut Filet
Crab ravioli, beurre blanc sauce, grilled lemon, sautéed spinach
Lemon Sole Meuniére
Asparagus, crispy potatoes with truffle salt, grilled lemon and caper butter sauce
Duck Magret*
Mashed sweet potato, brussel sprouts, candied orange zest, blood orange glaze
Colette Bistro Burger*
Sesame brioche bun, lettuce, tomato, Roquefort aioli. Add-On option of bacon
Beef Bourguignon
Baby carrots, king oyster mushroom, potato dauphinoise
8 oz Tenderloin Steak Frites*
Served with French Fries, salad frisée and Bordelaise sauce.
8 oz Center Cut Sirloin Steak Frites*
Served with French Fries, salad frisée and Bordelaise sauce.

Sides

Mashed Potatoes
Cream and butter
Hand-Cut French Fries
Fine herbs, aioli
Hand-Cut Truffle Parmesan French Fries
Fine herbs, truffle, parmesan, aioli
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Cream and butter
Asparagus
Hollandaise sauce and parmesan cheese
Mixed Mushrooms
Garlic-herb butter
Ratatouille
Eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, tomato slices
Broccolini
Parmesan, black garlic aioli

What 1,182 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Colette is a delightful dining destination offering "excellent food" and a "beautiful venue." Guests rave about its French charm and "lovely atmosphere." With a menu featuring fresh, flavorful dishes and attentive service, Colette is perfect for brunch or dinner. Despite occasional noise, it remains a "French treasure" for many patrons.

1,183 Reviews

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Michael
Greater Boston
60 reviews
5.0
60 reviews
Dined on 15 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
It was bittersweet celebrating the last night for this local gem. For years, Colette has been a go-to for simple but elegant meals and cocktails. Last night was no exception -- excellent from the first bite of beet salad and mussels to the final profiterole. You will be missed!
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Asher
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 15 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had an amazing experience at Collette's going away event. Looking forward to see what they do with Margeaux!
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Michael
Richmond
42 reviews
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on 15 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was there with my partner on Colette's last night. Too bad. Another fine restaurant gone, but the vibe was amazing, the other diners, the staff, everyone happy and sad at the same time. Server--we had several--told us that location will reopen with different owner, theme, but much of the same staff.
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DEBORAH
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Colette offers a delicious, fresh version of French cuisine. The ambience feels authentic, from the cotton napkins, fun wall murals and pretty bar you can sit at to dine. Last night we sat on the rear patio which was as enchanting as the interior. Come to Collette!
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Etson
VIP
Greater Boston
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on 31 August 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Amazing dinner. Food was fresh and delicious. Drinks were very good. Service was decent but not great. Wait staff lacked attention to detail. However, that would not deter me from returning since the food compensated for the service. Would absolutely recommend Colette for a dinner. Can’t wait to try the brunch menu.
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Fernando
Central Coast
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 27 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A melhor comida da cidade. Pratos deliciosos e bem apresentados. Ambiente tranquilo
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Lauren
VIP
Greater Boston
121 reviews
5.0
121 reviews
Dined on 25 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I adore the atmosphere at Colette! So elegant!The brunch was amazing from the Bellinis to the eggs benedict. Delicious. The service was friendly as well. The beignets were a perfect ending. We’ll be back!
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Dom
Greater Boston
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on 16 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We ate outside on the back patio. Great ambiance and very quiet. The burrata salad was outstanding. My wife's Steak Frites was very "French" and done to perfection. I had Lemon Sole Meuniére with asparagus and crispy potatoes with truffle sale. It was delicious. The service was excellent throughout the meal. We have eaten at Colette a few times and always enjoyed the experience.
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Gail
VIP
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 10 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything about the experience was excellent. We love the ambiance & decor, have been several times. The service was first class. Would highly recommend. Collette. It’s a French treasure.
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Fraz
VIP
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 10 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great first visit to Collette, food was flavorful and service was outstanding. Will definitely come back again!
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FAQs

Colette offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 576-2222.

Colette is rated 4.6 stars by 1182 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

1950 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140

Additional information

Cross Street
Porter Road
Area
Cambridge
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Tue–Fri 8:00 am–12:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Bistro, Contemporary French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Public transit
🚊 Red Line —> Porter Square
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Alex Falconer
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
https://colette1924.com/
Phone number
(617) 576-2222

Colette

Permanently Closed

Order delivery or takeout

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Fried Brussels Sprouts

French Onion Soup

Crème Brulée

Cheese & Charcuterie

Soft - Camembert, France, cow, pasteurized

Semi soft - Toma Truffle, CA, cow, pasteurized

Semi soft blue - Roquefort, France, sheep, unpasteurized

Semi firm - Triple Play, WI, cow, sheep, goat, pasteurized

Prosciutto San Daniele - Pork, uncured, Italy

Rosette de Lyon - Pork, cured, France

Bresaola - Beef, cured, Italy

Duck Breast - Smoked, cured, housemade

The World is Your Oyster

Half Dozen Unicorn Oysters, Damariscotta River, Maine*

French Traditions

French Onion Soup

Poulpe Provencal

Moules-frites

Escargots

From the Garden

Salade César

Salade Lyonnaise

Beet Salad

Burrata Salad

For Sharing

Fried Brussels Sprouts

Hand-Cut French Fries

Hand-Cut Truffle Parmesan French Fries

Entrees

Boneless Half Chicken

Fresh Pesto Tagliatelle

Halibut Filet

Lemon Sole Meuniére

Duck Magret*

Colette Bistro Burger*

Beef Bourguignon

8 oz Tenderloin Steak Frites*

8 oz Center Cut Sirloin Steak Frites*

Sides

Mashed Potatoes

Hand-Cut French Fries

Hand-Cut Truffle Parmesan French Fries

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Asparagus

Mixed Mushrooms

Ratatouille

Broccolini

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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Is Colette currently accepting bookings?

Permanently Closed

Order delivery or takeout

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