The Special Occasion — dress accordingly
Elegant bistro with seasonal menu featuring European-inspired cuisine. Beautiful outdoor patio perfect for warm weather, excellent wine selection. Inman Square destination.
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The Vibe
Oak Bistro arrived in Inman Square in 2023 as a farm-to-table American bistro with European influences. The team behind The Abbey brought their hospitality expertise to create something special—seasonal menus, excellent wine selection, and a beautiful patio perfect for warm-weather dining.
Comfortable conversation level
Why It's Great
Farm-to-Table European-American Cuisine Arrives in Inman Square
Inman Square has long been a food destination, but it needed a proper bistro. Oak Bistro filled that gap in 2023, bringing farm-to-table American cuisine with European influences to the space formerly occupied by Corazon de Frida.
The team knows hospitality. Kelly Briene and Robson Ferreira, managers at The Abbey in Cambridge and Brookline, brought their experience to Oak Bistro. The approach shows: servers know the menu deeply, the wine list receives proper attention, and the atmosphere balances warmth with polish.
The menu follows seasons. Local sourcing isn't just marketing—it drives preparation. Global flavors inform dishes without overwhelming American foundations. The result works for both special occasions and casual neighborhood dinners.
The patio might be the highlight. Inman Square doesn't have many outdoor dining options, and Oak Bistro's space delivers when weather permits. It's become an Inman destination for warm-weather evenings.
Patio dinner with wine flights, seasonal fish, and conversation that lingers.
Seasonal Fish
Whatever is freshest, prepared with European technique
Roasted Vegetables
Local produce treated with care
Bistro Burger
Elevated comfort food done right
Wine Selection
Curated list with knowledgeable recommendations
Why It's In Our Guide
Oak Bistro brings farm-to-table bistro dining to Inman Square with excellent wine and beautiful patio. The quality and atmosphere make it essential.
“Creative cuisine, exceptionally good, reasonably priced.”
— TripAdvisor“The Abbey team brings their hospitality magic to Inman Square.”
— Cambridge DayInman Square residents have embraced Oak Bistro since opening. The patio draws crowds all summer.
Insider Tips
Dinner for full experience. Patio when weather permits.
Recommended, especially for dinner and patio season.
Patio is the highlight. Inside is elegant and comfortable.
Trust the server's wine recommendations. Ask what's seasonal.
Street parking in Inman Square. Central T is walkable.
Ratings & Reviews
Based on 428 reviews
339 reviews
Updated 2024-12
89 reviews
Updated 2024-12
Frequently Asked Questions
Oak Bistro opened in Inman Square in October 2023, taking over the space that was previously Corazon de Frida.
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Contact Details
1287 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02139
Tue-Sat: 11:30AM-10PM, Sun: 11:30AM-9PM, Closed Monday
12 min walk from Central
RedThe academic palate demands both substance and style.
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