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Central Square Florist

A distinguished Cambridge establishment

Gift shopFeaturedWomen-Owned
4.91208 reviews
The Story

Central Square's Flower Shop for Every Occasion

Who Runs It

Central Square Florist has been a neighborhood staple for decades, earning a reputation for quality arrangements, reliable delivery, and genuine care for every order.

The Origin

In an era of 1-800-FLOWERS and grocery store bouquets, Central Square Florist survives by doing what full-service florists do best: beautiful custom work, local knowledge, and last-minute saves.

What Makes It Special

The designs are genuinely artistic—not just flowers in a vase. They know Cambridge addresses for delivery, can customize for any occasion, and have saved countless last-minute gift crises.

For weddings, funerals, celebrations, apologies, and "just because," Central Square Florist is where Cambridge goes when flowers matter.

What People Love

Customers rave about the beautiful arrangements, reliable delivery, and staff who care about getting it right.

Genuinely beautiful arrangements
Reliable same-day delivery
Staff who listen and customize
Competitive pricing for quality
Consistent quality over time
Wedding and event capabilities
Best for:special occasion flowerslocal deliverycustom arrangementsweddingssympathy flowerslast-minute gifts

What To Know

This is a full-service florist, not a grab-and-go shop. Prices reflect the craftsmanship.

Custom work costs more than grocery store flowers
Best to call ahead for complex orders
Limited Sunday hours
Popular times book up for delivery
Wedding consultations require scheduling
Pricing Context

Bouquets start around $50; custom arrangements scale up from there. You're paying for artistry and service.

Rating Breakdown

4.9
1208 total reviews
Our Take

Exceptional ratings at high volume. Over 1,200 reviews at 4.9 stars is remarkable for any business—especially florists where expectations are high.

What Customers Say

They've done my family's flowers for 15 years—weddings, funerals, everything in between. Never disappointed.

via GoogleLocal Guide

Called at 3pm for same-day delivery. They made it happen and the arrangement was gorgeous.

via Google

Not cheap, but you get what you pay for. Grocery store flowers don't compare.

via Google

Insider Tips

Best Time to Visit

Weekday mornings for unhurried design consultations. Avoid Saturday before Valentine's.

What to Ask For

Tell them the occasion and recipient, not just what flowers you want. They'll design something better than you'd have specified.

Hidden Gem

They do gorgeous succulent and plant arrangements for those who want something longer-lasting.

Getting There

Central T is nearby. Metered parking on Mass Ave.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you deliver same-day?

Yes, within Cambridge and nearby areas. Call early for best selection, but they accommodate last-minute needs when possible.

Do you do weddings?

Yes—full wedding floral services. Book a consultation well in advance.

Known For

Fresh flowers
arrangements
plants
gifts

Transit Connections

Central
0 minute walk

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

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Contact & Visit

Address

653 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139

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Hours

Mon-Fri: 9AM-6PM, Sat: 9AM-5PM, Sun: 10AM-2PM

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