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The Lexington, Cambridge, MA

The Lexington

4.5
4.5
177 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
23:30
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
  • Gluten-free-friendly
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (617) 945-1349
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Will Gilson
  • Private party facilities
    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.
  • Area
    Cambridge
  • Cross Street
    2-hour parking is available in front of 222 Jacobs Street every day.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    we encourage public transportation via the MBTA (we’re next to Lechmere for the Green Line and a short walk from Community College on the Orange Line) or ride-shares. Further away but 5-min walk is the Cambridge Municipal First Street Garage, enter off Spring Street and First Street.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve

    US$55.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    21:00
    This year at The Lexington we're blowing out New Year's Eve and welcoming 2025 in style. Join us as we welcome back Inspector Disco and DJ GMGN for a night of disco and 80s bangers set to cocktails and bites from The Lexington team. Prepare yourself for creative cocktails featuring delicious products from our pals at Beam Suntory and Topo Chico - as well as the legendary french fry bar and other classy snacks from Executive Chef Vladi Maldonado. The party goes from 9-12:30 and entry includes drink tickets, a midnight toast, access to passed and stationary appetizers, and all the disco beats to ease you into 2025. *Tickets are $45 until December 10th, when they go up to $55!*
    New Year's Eve photo

What 177 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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Lexington offers "great craft cocktails" and "immaculate service," perfect for those seeking a lively dining experience. With its beautiful outdoor seating and great views, the ambiance is delightful. The menu features "very good food" made with high-quality ingredients, and the friendly staff ensure a memorable visit every time.

177 Reviews
  1. Dan

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tacos were very strange. But the gnocchi was delicious. Portion sizes run small. Calamari was the best I've ever had.

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  2. Harmony

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 experience!! Very good food and the environment was amazing

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  3. LZ

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved Adam and saw our girl Lucie! Had so much fun.

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  4. Lisa

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful location in East Cambridge with excellent service!

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  5. Milena

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love Lexington. Mussels and calamari are excellent. Good coctails too

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  6. Rosemary

    Greater Boston

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 17 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the Lexington on the second floor with great views of the sunset at 6:30, before changing the clocks! Server very nice and attentive. I had mussels but asked for bread instead of French fries and a delicious side dish of baked acorn squash spiced just right. Friend visiting from Michigan had the fish sandwich and was great. Craving New England fish and didn’t disappoint. Chilly weather so floor to ceiling doors to outside closed but views great. Have been here several times in summer and cross breeze just lovely. Highly recommend!

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  7. Amy

    Rhode Island

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for a family meal for my son’s 21st birthday because of the reviews about their gluten free options. It was outstanding! Service was above and beyond exceptional! Thank you for making our meal extra special!!!

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  8. Julia

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was wonderful and the food was absolutely delicious!

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  9. Emily

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and food are both phenomenal! Menu is small but all the dishes are excellent and made with high quality ingredients. Ambience is great, too. Right off the green line at lechmere station.

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  10. Laura

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    45 reviews

    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was so kind and informative! She informed us who invented our cocktails, and was welcoming and efficient. I hope to come back soon!

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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 177 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
23:30
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Lexington

100 N First St, Cambridge, MA 02141-2293

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    2-hour parking is available in front of 222 Jacobs Street every day.
  • Area
    Cambridge
  • 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
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    we encourage public transportation via the MBTA (we’re next to Lechmere for the Green Line and a short walk from Community College on the Orange Line) or ride-shares. Further away but 5-min walk is the Cambridge Municipal First Street Garage, enter off Spring Street and First Street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Will Gilson
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (617) 945-1349
  • Private party facilities
    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.
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