Tatte Bakery & Cafe
Bakery · Harvard Square
Israeli-inspired bakery and cafe. Beautiful pastries, shakshuka, fresh salads, and excellent coffee. Multiple Cambridge locations, Instagram-worthy.
Celebrating Cambridge's female-owned culinary ventures
Cambridge's dining scene has long been shaped by talented women chefs and restaurateurs. From James Beard Award winners to neighborhood cafe owners, these women-owned establishments represent some of the city's finest dining.
Bakery · Harvard Square
Israeli-inspired bakery and cafe. Beautiful pastries, shakshuka, fresh salads, and excellent coffee. Multiple Cambridge locations, Instagram-worthy.
Bakery · Multiple
Award-winning bakery with breakfast and lunch. Sticky buns, sandwiches, and pastries. Multiple Cambridge locations.
Mediterranean · Inman Square
Award-winning Mediterranean restaurant with Turkish and Arabic influences. Chef Ana Sortun's seasonal menu features creative mezze, grilled meats, and vegetarian options.
Vegetarian · Central Square
All-vegetarian diner with vegan options. Comfort food classics reimagined plant-based. Retro diner atmosphere with modern values. Full bar.
Mediterranean · Cambridge Highlands
Lebanese-Turkish bakery and cafe. Sister restaurant to Oleana. Mezze, baked goods, Turkish coffee. Cozy space, perfect for lunch or afternoon break.
Cuban · North Cambridge
Full service Cuban restaurant and bar serving modern interpretations of traditional Cuban dishes. Craft cocktail program and highly curated selection of Cuban Rums. Vibrant atmosphere celebrating Cuban culture.
Chinese/Hunan · East Cambridge
Contemporary Chinese restaurant & bar introducing authentic Hunan Cuisine. Creative melding of tradition with modernity, stunning design draped in sentimental works of art. Features seasonal weekend authentic specials for adventurous appetites.
Thai · North Cambridge
Authentic Thai cuisine with traditional recipes and fresh ingredients. Family-run restaurant serving Cambridge for over 20 years with consistent quality and generous portions.
New American · North Cambridge
Serving locally sourced, globally inspired dishes, with an intimate dining room, knowledgeable friendly staff, and exquisitely crafted menu at the heart of the dinner service. Seasonal New American with international influences.
Bagel Shop · Riverside
Cafe with espresso, coffee, home-made bagels, and elaborate bagel sandwiches. Fresh bagels baked daily. Cozy Harvard Square spot popular for breakfast and lunch.
New American · The Port
Neighborhood restaurant & bar serving seasonal New American cuisine. Cozy atmosphere with local ingredients and craft cocktails. Central Square gem opened in 2024.
Uyghur/Central Asian · East Cambridge
The one and only Uyghur cuisine in Massachusetts, offering the unique food mixture of Asian and Turkish food culture. Authentic Central Asian dishes with lamb, hand-pulled noodles, and traditional spices.
Irish Pub · Neighborhood Nine
Cambridge's oldest family and woman owned bar. Serving cold beer and warm friends since 1934. Iconic neighborhood institution with rich history and loyal following.
Tea House/Cafe · Mid-Cambridge
Serving wholesome and healthy sandwiches, salads, multigrain rice bowls, and noodle dishes. High grade hot and iced teas, espresso and coffee. First in Cambridge to introduce bubble tea in 2002!
Cambridge has an exceptional roster of women-owned culinary businesses that have shaped the city's dining scene. Ana Sortun's restaurant group includes Oleana (James Beard Award-winning Mediterranean), Sofra Bakery (Turkish-inspired pastries and breakfast), and Sarma (modern Turkish mezze in Somerville). Joanne Chang's Flour Bakery empire spans multiple Cambridge locations, known for sticky buns and inventive sandwiches. Tatte Bakery founder Tzurit Or has built a beloved chain of Mediterranean-inspired cafes. Maura Kilpatrick co-owns several notable establishments. These women-led businesses have won numerous awards and helped establish Cambridge as a culinary destination, often emphasizing locally-sourced ingredients and community connections.
“The only thing better than eating is eating in Cambridge.”
This guide is updated regularly to ensure accuracy.
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