We are pushing "pause" and taking a little break. Time away will give us the opportunity to think about what's next here at Craigie (and elsewhere), knowing that the restaurant game has changed so much in the past year and a half. Cooking for you all is what has kept us going on the best days and through the toughest of times.
You've been encouraging and supportive over the years - many of you were there back on Craigie Street! - and we have continued to flourish, evolve, and grow because of you. The support is sincerely appreciated. We'll have more to share in the coming weeks and months, so stay tuned! We can't wait to come back and tell you about what Craigie will be moving towards next.
You've been encouraging and supportive over the years - many of you were there back on Craigie Street! - and we have continued to flourish, evolve, and grow because of you. The support is sincerely appreciated. We'll have more to share in the coming weeks and months, so stay tuned! We can't wait to come back and tell you about what Craigie will be moving towards next.
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At Craigie On Main, Chef Tony Maws, Boston's Best Chef (Boston Magazine) and one of America's Best New Chefs (Food & Wine), combines his trademark French-inspired "refined rusticity" with an unyielding passion for the best local, seasonal, and organic ingredients. Our menus change daily, so you can be sure our ingredients are the very best of the best that day.
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Suzanne E.
Sep 04, 2021
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Leah B.
Aug 24, 2021
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I went to Craigie Next Door for the first time for my graduation dinner. I had heard Cragie on Main was the best restaurant in Cambridge and they have one of the nicest patios in the city, so I was excited to try it. I would not make reservations to go back. I understand dining during Covid is a bit of an adventure, but our waitress was MIA, our appetizer/main dish (I think it was a fixed course meal) arrived within 5 minutes of sitting down and our drinks didn't arrive until midway through the second course. Because no one came by to check on us, so I didn't have the opportunity to get
Meggan Davis
Jul 26, 2021
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Came here for the first time and, after hearing lots of good things, were pretty disappointed. All around, food was good, but not excellent, and there was a general lack of thoughtfulness for the diner’s experience.
We did the vegetarian tasting menu. We started with a beet hummus that was a wonderful color, but served with a total of six vegetable bites, and the cauliflower was too big to dip into the jar of hummus. Not a big deal if not for contributing to the “lack of attention” theme.
The big disappointment was that the vegetarian main was a heap of blackened vegetables. They were farm
We did the vegetarian tasting menu. We started with a beet hummus that was a wonderful color, but served with a total of six vegetable bites, and the cauliflower was too big to dip into the jar of hummus. Not a big deal if not for contributing to the “lack of attention” theme.
The big disappointment was that the vegetarian main was a heap of blackened vegetables. They were farm
Marika P.
Jul 23, 2021
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I feel completely fleeced. For more than $200, we had a horrible meal. Started with a plate of raw cauliflower and a few bad crackers. Reminded me of something you'd be handed at a petting zoo (?). We waited a while for watered-down $15 cocktails to arrive. Followed by disappointing salads and a sad main course to share. The plates and paper napkins are inconsistent with what we'd come to expect when we came here pre-Covid. The experience overall was frankly bizarre--such a departure from a meal we had here a few years ago. Really disappointed, won't be back.
Lee P.
Feb 23, 2021
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Before COVID we went here rarely because of parking, not being able to get a reservation on short notice, etc...
Craigie has become one of our main takeout places. The food is always amazing - even a "simple" salad frequently causes us to go "wow!" The vegetables are fresh and tasty, the meat and fish likewise. We had some combination dishes where we scratched our heads when reading about them on the Menu, looking at each other a bit concerned when we saw them, and then experiencing surprise and joy when tasting them. Even though the selection of ingredients is limited by Tony
Craigie has become one of our main takeout places. The food is always amazing - even a "simple" salad frequently causes us to go "wow!" The vegetables are fresh and tasty, the meat and fish likewise. We had some combination dishes where we scratched our heads when reading about them on the Menu, looking at each other a bit concerned when we saw them, and then experiencing surprise and joy when tasting them. Even though the selection of ingredients is limited by Tony
Nancy B.
Feb 07, 2021
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Love this restaurant!! We ordered take out last night that was some of the best we've had yet during the pandemic... so fresh and unique flavors.
We had the dinner for two, chicken & seared Tuna with two great salads and a delicious apple cake! The cocktails (Left Hand Negroni, Pendennis Club) were amazing as well... We ordered extra food for today, the ribs and pasta, so glad we did. Also wanted note how much care they put into packaging the dishes and drinks, it was like they were serving us their at the restaurant!
We had the dinner for two, chicken & seared Tuna with two great salads and a delicious apple cake! The cocktails (Left Hand Negroni, Pendennis Club) were amazing as well... We ordered extra food for today, the ribs and pasta, so glad we did. Also wanted note how much care they put into packaging the dishes and drinks, it was like they were serving us their at the restaurant!
Laura Yee
Oct 16, 2020
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The chef and staff have gone above and beyond to protect their staff and customers while continuing a commitment to support local purveyors that make up the delicious and cravable foods that the restaurant has become known for. It won’t be long until it’s too cold to eat outside so I highly recommend a night out while the space heaters and… temperate fall weather allow for a comfortable experience. The set price menu, family-style is an excellent value for the quality and quantity of the creative but approachable dishes. Remember that the added fee is not a gratuity but helps
Caroline Howard
Sep 15, 2020
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Love this wonderful restaurant. The burger is always worth the hype. The ever-changing menu never fails to bring wonderful ingredients to the table full of flavor and beautifully presented.
The Craigie Next Door patio is an awesome response to the limitations from the pandemic, and the food lives up to the restaurant’s reputation from before.
The Craigie Next Door patio is an awesome response to the limitations from the pandemic, and the food lives up to the restaurant’s reputation from before.
James Fitzpatrick
Aug 20, 2020
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This is a review of the Chef's Whim tasting menu that is offered on Sunday evenings. We've dined at Craigie's a few times in the past and have had great experiences, but it's been a while since our last visit. Overall our experience this visit wasn't exceptional. The meal was inconsistent with both service and food.
There were minor issues with pacing that aren't a big deal, but the meal did feel a bit rushed with the first course hitting the table before our drinks made it. The opening courses showcasing New England seafood (both raw and cooked) were excellent. Craigie utilizes it's full staff
There were minor issues with pacing that aren't a big deal, but the meal did feel a bit rushed with the first course hitting the table before our drinks made it. The opening courses showcasing New England seafood (both raw and cooked) were excellent. Craigie utilizes it's full staff
Michelle C.
Aug 07, 2020
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* Takeout chefs whim *
Thank you COM for my amazing Chefs Whim for 2!! If you haven't tried it yet, DO IT! It's really the best deal out there!
For $35/per person on Sunday's you get so much food and of course, it's all amazing!
1. Place your order online https://www.toasttab.com/craigie-on-main-craigie-on-main/v
I guarantee anything you choose will be incredibly delicious!
2. Wait patiently (or not so patiently) for your pick up time
3. Head over and grab your meal on the table in front of the door. Your name will be on the bag.
I like that the pick up times are staggered
Thank you COM for my amazing Chefs Whim for 2!! If you haven't tried it yet, DO IT! It's really the best deal out there!
For $35/per person on Sunday's you get so much food and of course, it's all amazing!
1. Place your order online https://www.toasttab.com/craigie-on-main-craigie-on-main/v
I guarantee anything you choose will be incredibly delicious!
2. Wait patiently (or not so patiently) for your pick up time
3. Head over and grab your meal on the table in front of the door. Your name will be on the bag.
I like that the pick up times are staggered
J. B.
Jul 10, 2020
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Craigie started offering takeout and delivery during Covid, and I couldnt be happier. You can actually get their burger on the reg?!?!? SOLD. Also, the family chicken dinner was quite delightful. I know many people can cook chicken at home, but Craigie's is much better, trust me. It came with togarashi fries that were well seasoned and a perfect texture, and some kind of tangy slaw business.
I'll definitely be ordering again; we all need to keep this place afloat for post-Covid tasting dinners out!!!
I'll definitely be ordering again; we all need to keep this place afloat for post-Covid tasting dinners out!!!
Jenny Z.
Jun 27, 2020
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I struggled with this review, because there's not much to review for a small takeout order, but here goes...
Ordered the OG burger and roasted komatsuna. The burger was good, if you like burgers I would recommend trying it! Not much else to say there. The komatsuna was a complete let-down. It came with maybe 4 sad pieces of vegetable, chewy with no flavor. The avocado crema it came with was fine, but didn't do anything for the vegetables. A total rip-off at $10 and not even worth finishing.
So, you know, maybe I ordered the wrong side? I probably should have just stuck with the burger
Ordered the OG burger and roasted komatsuna. The burger was good, if you like burgers I would recommend trying it! Not much else to say there. The komatsuna was a complete let-down. It came with maybe 4 sad pieces of vegetable, chewy with no flavor. The avocado crema it came with was fine, but didn't do anything for the vegetables. A total rip-off at $10 and not even worth finishing.
So, you know, maybe I ordered the wrong side? I probably should have just stuck with the burger
Cristina R.
May 19, 2020
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Often when restaurants have a famed burger, I'm disappointed. I'm not really a burger gal, and when I tried Craigie Burger at Time Out Market, it was solid, but not other-worldly. HOWEVER, the Craigie Burger from the OG spot is def something special. The only *actual* perk of quarantine that I've found is that Craigie has increased production of these babies (from 18/night to... many more) AND you can get them delivered through Caviar. We couldn't miss this opportunity to cross off a Boston bucket list item!
The burger is awesome - sesame bun, perfectly medium rare patty, house
The burger is awesome - sesame bun, perfectly medium rare patty, house
Young P.
Feb 18, 2020
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Came here for dinner to celebrate my wife's birthday. In terms of food, there really isn't anything negative to say about this place. Everything here tastes delicious. We did the 4-course menu and everything tasted great from start to finish. However, I was a bit disappointed by a few things. They spelled my wife's name incorrectly and I specifically asked for a surprise dessert at the end of the meal which never happened. Still going to give it a 4 star since these things happen from time to time but I hope they take extra caution with requests from their customers!
Alexandry Calisto
Feb 04, 2020
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The food was amazing last night. Service was impeccable. I strongly recommand the pork. It was slow cooked and smoked with a bacon flavor. Cocktails were very good. The wine choice is vast and of quality. The only thing I would upgrade is the coffee offering. In that kind of restaurant, you expect an espresso machine.
Bradli
Feb 01, 2020
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We sat "ringside" and got to see each dish for the evening carefully prepared - really neat! Everyone seemed to be all about "the burger" but don't miss out on the awesome dinner menu. Our favorite dish was the squid ink pasta - spicy, salty, and savory in all the right amounts. Also enjoyed the rice pudding dessert that ended up being an interesting take on a pavlova, and the chocolate mousse. The mousse had a potentially dangerous combo: mint and orange, but tasted awesome. Will be back.
Steven Wood
Nov 06, 2019
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Charles Lamb
Sep 25, 2019
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Sigh. Another day, another GREAT MEAL at COM. This place has evolved over several years into a ‘go to’ Boston institution for many (including myself) when in need of a solidly executed, consistently excellent, always creative meal that incorporates complex flavors, ingredients, and textures. The classic burger has attained cult-like status, so much so that it’s hard for locals to snag one unless they arrive early and get in line. The new burger of the month has relieved some of that stress and of the two months that I’ve had them, they’ve been excellent. Restaurant and pre fixe: are always
Patrick Dennett
Jul 11, 2019
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Craigie on Main has become our go to celebration spot. My wife and I have been there a number of time, both to the bar and the regular dining room. We have seriously never had a bad meal or even a bad dish at… Craigie. The chefs are top notch, the waitstaff are super friendly and the bartenders are always on point. If you have the chance go for the Chef's Whim on Sunday nights, the crew Chef Maw's has assembled has never failed to deliver a simply excellent meal.
Craigie has to be on the short list of best restaurants in the Greater Boston Area.
Craigie has to be on the short list of best restaurants in the Greater Boston Area.
Siawosh Eskandari
Jun 30, 2019
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Craigie on Main ranks high on many online as the go-to option for haute cuisine as well as bar food and cocktails. Despite the rave reviews, we felt there are ample other restaurants in Cambridge and Boston that do not succumb to the hype as Craigie did. Though the staff was excellent, the vibe was outstanding, and the whole team was on the same page; the food was just underwhelming. The limited option burger was not nearly as great as advertised (nor even as good as the Craigie-inspired burger restaurant in Fenway's Time Out Market), and sadly our swordfish entrée tasted solely of the overpowering
Jessica Grant
May 30, 2019
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Katherine S.
May 09, 2019
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Made a reso at Craigie On Main at the recommendation of a couple friends. I had heard it was one of the earlier farm to table style restaurants and was excited to try it!
I got in and the lighting was slightly dimmed, making a very cozy and romantic atmosphere. My BF and I were seated, at which point we saw a Happy Birthday card for my BF (we were celebrating). Kudos for the personal note!
Instead of opting for the prix fix, we both just got an an app, drinks, and entrees. They provided humus on the house and that was delicious!! Super fresh and tasty.
We got the squid ink pasta, which in
I got in and the lighting was slightly dimmed, making a very cozy and romantic atmosphere. My BF and I were seated, at which point we saw a Happy Birthday card for my BF (we were celebrating). Kudos for the personal note!
Instead of opting for the prix fix, we both just got an an app, drinks, and entrees. They provided humus on the house and that was delicious!! Super fresh and tasty.
We got the squid ink pasta, which in
Raquel Schneiderman
Apr 21, 2019
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Jay Keyes
Aug 24, 2018
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One of my favorite places to eat in or around Boston. I have been coming here for many years with my wife, and we leave delighted each time. While Craigie has aged since the initial wave of excitement, it has aged well -- still a must-visit restaurant if you're going to be in Boston for any lengthy period of time.
Olga Shestopalova
Jul 13, 2018
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I would say we had a good meal, but not for what we paid for. We came here for the 5 course tasting menu, and still left kinda hungry. The pace and presentation (as well as the wine) we're great, but the food itself and the quantity was not amazing.
My starter was a single cucumber sclice with roe, and then there were a few mussel dishes, followed by a squid ink pasta dish, and then finally came the single largest dish: three slices of delicious lamb! Honestly the lamb was the only memorable dish, including the dessert.
The wine was another story- we each got two glasses, which were more like
My starter was a single cucumber sclice with roe, and then there were a few mussel dishes, followed by a squid ink pasta dish, and then finally came the single largest dish: three slices of delicious lamb! Honestly the lamb was the only memorable dish, including the dessert.
The wine was another story- we each got two glasses, which were more like
Craig Kirsner Mba
Jun 01, 2018
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This is an amazing French restaurant! The food is out of this World! We had the pork 3 ways and the rib was one of the best ever! The black linguine with clams were great. The beef marrow in the bone was amazing. The chocolate dessert was great! I highly recommend this restaurant. Its not cheap but well worth it!
