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The Lexington, Cambridge, MA

The Lexington

4.5
4.5
189 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
The Lexington is the hub of Cambridge Crossing, led by Chef/Owner Will Gilson. The space features a gorgeous roof deck and is the go-to destination for after work drinks, evening get-togethers, and possibly the first or last stop of an evening out. The Lexington offers seasonal outdoor seating with views of The Common.

The Lexington has been designed with an open greenhouse layout, and can accommodate full buyouts of business events, weddings, or seasonal holiday parties. It also features a private dining room with seating for up to 30 guests.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Will Gilson
  • Delivery & takeout

Experiences

  • Easter Brunch

    US$25.00 - US$50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    20 Apr 2025 only
    Join us for a 3 course Easter Brunch! Brunch is $50 per person with a children's menu available for those under 12. PLEASE NOTE: This will be the only menu available on Easter Sunday for Brunch.
    Easter Brunch photo
  • Mother's Day Brunch

    US$25.00 - US$50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    11 May 2025 only
    Join us for a 3 course Mother's Day Brunch! Brunch is $50 per person with special menu for children under 12. PLEASE NOTE: This will be the only menu available on Easter Sunday for Brunch.
    Mother's Day Brunch photo

What 189 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Lexington delights with "great food and drinks," offering a varied menu including "delicious mussels and calamari" and standout steaks. The "friendly and attentive" staff enhance the dining experience, while the "modern, cozy space" provides a welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for casual dinners, drinks, and special occasions, it's a Cambridge gem.

189 Reviews
  1. Lisa VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience! Delicious food, great drink menu, outstanding customer service in an upbeat atmosphere!

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  2. ChenC VIP

    Greater Boston9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, I really enjoyed the experience we had at The Lexington. The drinks were excellent, the ambiance is fantastic…makes me want to spend more time at the restaurant. I wished there were more entree options, but overall, the sharable and bites were good. The attention to details and service was excellent. I appreciated the team cutting the burger, splitting fries, and portioning our salad for two. I would come back with more friends or as a stop for drinks before going out or heading to another event.

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  3. John

    Greater Boston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is such a nice cozy place. The bartenders were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly and the wait staff was friendly as well. The food was excellent.

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  4. Emily VIP

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the cozy vibe of the upstairs restaurant. They did a good job making this place feel like a refined, neighborhood spot in a new development, which is hard to do. We had excellent service and really enjoyed the food. The desserts were a little heavy/unrefined which is the only reason for 4 star not five on food, the appetizers and entrees were excellent. Would absolutely come back.

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  5. Mike VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Rather disappointing meal. Past meals have largely been on point but our recent dinner was subpar. Steak was over cooked with a 1/4 of it being inedible grizzle. Lobster bisque with mussels as a filler (just add more lobster and stop being cheap). Fried calamari was too salty. Has been a regular neighborhood spot for us but that seems unlikely moving forward. On the bright side, the breakfast sandwich at sister restaurant Cafe Beatrice is still very good.

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  6. Tor

    Greater Boston9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time experience here. The food was excellent, and the service was very efficient and friendly. The modern and beautifully design with views of the park, is quite stunning. They have a very extensive gluten free menu, perfect for me. I highly recommend. Looking forward to have my retirement party here. They offer private and semi-private rooms.

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  7. Carol

    Greater Boston16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Neighborhood prix fixe dinner was definitely worth it. Noise level is high, tho, cuz no drapes or rugs to absorb sound.

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  8. Olivia

    Greater Boston15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service and great food!! So incredibly friendly and accommodating!!

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  9. Hoy

    Greater Boston1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 20 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was mediocre for the cost. It was middle of winter and very cold in the dining area.

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  10. Lian-Ee

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was really wonderful at the Lexington. We were there a little early and the place was quiet. However, it was buzzing by the time we were leaving. The service was great and we were asked regularly to see if we needed anything or our drinks refreshed. Dinner was delicious and we weren't rushed despite the restaurant filling up as we were ending our dinner. A lovely evening!

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FAQs

The Lexington offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 945-1349.

The Lexington is rated 4.5 stars by 189 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Lexington

100 N First St, Cambridge, MA 02141-2293

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Will Gilson
  • Delivery & takeout
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