The Lexington

4.5

190 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 20 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

Location
100 N First St, Cambridge, MA 02141-2293
Phone number
(617) 945-1349
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
Order direct

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.
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.

onion dipUS$12.00
potato waffle, dill, trout roe, capers
chickpea hummusUS$11.00
garlic, roasted peppers, tahini, grilled pita
grilled pork ribsUS$15.00
amba bbq, crispy phyllo, berbere, scallion
tuna tartareUS$17.00
avocado, gooseberry purée, fried wonton
crispy calamariUS$16.00
fried pickles, lemon, calabrian chili aïoli
stuffed peppersUS$12.00
herbed cream cheese, hot honey
crab cakesUS$17.00
remoulade, greens, salsa verde
maine mussels + friesUS$18.00
wine + herb broth, shallots, black garlic aioli
jalapeño-bacon croquettesUS$12.00
aged cheddar, charred avocado
lobster rangoonUS$14.00
sweet chili sauce

Salads

little gem lettucesUS$15.00
feta, pear, pepitas, poppy seed dressing
- add chickenUS$5.00
- add salmonUS$10.00
- add steakUS$12.00
wedge saladUS$16.00
bacon, roasted tomatoes, blue cheese dressing
burrata + marinated tomatoesUS$18.00
pesto, pine nuts, crostini, balsamic
beet + endive saladUS$15.00
greek yogurt, mint, toasted pistachio

Sides

french friesUS$10.00
crispy brussels sproutsUS$10.00
speck mac + cheeseUS$10.00
roasted squashUS$10.00

Sandwiches

includes choice of fries or mixed greens

1/2 lb grilled cheeseburgerUS$20.00
cheddar, special sauce, LTOP
french onion grilled cheeseUS$18.00
gruyère, caramelized onion, mushroom jus
fried shrimp tacosUS$18.00
pineapple salsa, spicy mayo, cabbage slaw
fried chicken sandwichUS$18.00
pimento cheese, pickles, iceberg, buttermilk ranch

Mains

wild mushroom gnocchi (gf)US$29.00
roasted delicata squash, pecorino, thyme
seared scallopsUS$36.00
saffron risotto, sweet potato, crab, lobster bisque
grilled atlantic salmonUS$32.00
white beans, escarole, piquillo-orange sauce
braised short ribUS$32.00
pomme puree, root vegetables, black garlic jus
steak fritesUS$35.00
rosemary butter, peppercorn jus, black garlic aïoli
8 oz hanger steakUS$35.00
12 oz new york stripUS$42.00

What 190 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
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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.

190 Reviews

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JenniferH VIP
Greater Boston22 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were amazing and Tom makes the best drinks! Great wine selection too. Very cognizant of gluten free options with a complete menu. And some space where you don’t feel you are on top of people. Just a quick walk from charlestown to get hungry and walk it off. This is a true gem.
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Lisa VIP
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 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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ChenC VIP
Greater Boston9 reviews
4.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 190 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

100 N First St, Cambridge, MA 02141-2293

Additional information

Phone number
(617) 945-1349
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
Order direct

The Lexington

Make a booking

Additional information

Easter Brunch

Mother's Day Brunch

Snacks + Shareables

onion dipUS$12.00

chickpea hummusUS$11.00

grilled pork ribsUS$15.00

tuna tartareUS$17.00

crispy calamariUS$16.00

stuffed peppersUS$12.00

crab cakesUS$17.00

maine mussels + friesUS$18.00

jalapeño-bacon croquettesUS$12.00

lobster rangoonUS$14.00

Salads

little gem lettucesUS$15.00

wedge saladUS$16.00

burrata + marinated tomatoesUS$18.00

beet + endive saladUS$15.00

Sides

french friesUS$10.00

crispy brussels sproutsUS$10.00

speck mac + cheeseUS$10.00

roasted squashUS$10.00

Sandwiches

1/2 lb grilled cheeseburgerUS$20.00

french onion grilled cheeseUS$18.00

fried shrimp tacosUS$18.00

fried chicken sandwichUS$18.00

Mains

wild mushroom gnocchi (gf)US$29.00

seared scallopsUS$36.00

grilled atlantic salmonUS$32.00

braised short ribUS$32.00

steak fritesUS$35.00

8 oz hanger steakUS$35.00

12 oz new york stripUS$42.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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